La Unión del Pueblo Entero invites voters to a community event where participants will learn their rights at the polls and celebrate as they prepare for this election season.
| FOR PLANNING PURPOSES DATE: Thursday, October 15, 2026 Contact: Luis Castillo, 956-690-5116 |
| What: LUPE is kicking off early voting with a fun and friendly block party for community members, especially voters, to learn about their voting rights, rights at the polls, and a hotline for support at the polls. LUPE’s goal is that voters go to the polls feeling confident and ready to cast their ballot. Voting should be easy and accessible for all eligible voters. LUPE is coordinating events and actions during early voting, election day, and after to make sure that every vote is counted. Efforts and interview opportunities: Monday (10/19) – Voting Block Party 4:00 – 5:30PM CDT LUPE San Juan Office, 1601 U.S. Business 83, San Juan, TX 78589 The block party is the kick-off event for various efforts that will be carried out starting during Early Voting and through Election Day. It will feature a know-your-rights presentation, music, food, paletas, activities for kids, and more. Friday (10/23) and Friday 10/30 – Community Storytelling Fiesta/ Bailes y Boletas Polling location in Hidalgo County (location available upon request) A welcoming community gathering at or near early voting sites featuring food, music, and storytelling. Voters can share their experiences and reflect on what went well and what challenges they encountered. Monday (11/2) Día de los Muertos: Honrando a Nuestros Ancestros y Protegiendo Nuestro Voto 10:00AM – 1:00PM CDTLUPE San Juan Office, 1601 U.S. Business 83, San Juan, TX 78589 A Día de los Muertos gathering honoring our ancestors and reflecting on the struggles previous generations faced in protecting the right to vote. Community members will have space to share who inspires their vote and why they participate in the lead-up to Election Day. The gathering will center on storytelling, food, decorations, and community participation Tuesday (11/3) Fiesta de la Democracia: Election Day EP Debrief & Celebration 7:00 – 9:00PM CDT LUPE San Juan Office, 1601 U.S. Business 83, San Juan, TX 78589 An Election Day community convening featuring music and food, with space for election protection volunteers to debrief and share their observations from polling locations. Who: La Unión del Pueblo Entero staff, members, and partner organizations To coordinate interviews in English or Spanish, contact Luis Castillo at media@lupenet.org or 956-690-5116. All media are required to confirm attendance before the event. ### |
| La Unión del Pueblo Entero, LUPE, is a multi-issue social justice organization that builds community power in the Rio Grande Valley by connecting direct services, grassroots organizing, and civic engagement into a unified path toward justice. Learn more about LUPE online at www.lupenet.org La Unión del Pueblo Entero 1601 US-83 BUS San Juan , TX 78589 United States |