Laredo
Today
Monday, January 5th, 2026
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of January.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Laredo school districts end their holiday break as United ISD will reopen Tuesday, Jan.6 with classes resuming Wednesday and Laredo ISD will resume school on Monday, Jan.12. Local students start a new chapter this week in familiar classrooms. KGNS News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Laredo Public Health is offering Chair One Fitness, a chair-based dance class for all ability levels — classes meet every Tuesday in January from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Laredo Public Health Auditorium. KGNS News
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The Shining Drive-In Movie Night
7 PM – 1 AM — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Experience the classic horror film under the Texas stars at Laredo's beloved drive-in.
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Cirque Italia: Water Circus
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Outlet Shoppes at Laredo — Ticket prices vary — Experience a dazzling display of acrobatics and aquatic feats at the Water Circus.
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United South HS Panther Band 5k Run & Walk
8-11 a.m. — North Central Park — $20-$30 registration — Run or walk 5000 meters and enjoy awards, refreshments, and music at this community event.
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Cirque Italia: Water Circus
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Children's Place Outlet — Ticket prices vary — Experience a dazzling circus performance featuring water-based acts and entertainment for all ages.
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Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
7 PM – 1 AM — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Experience the magic of Willy Wonka's factory under the Texas stars with family and friends.
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The 2026 Stockman's Ball
7 p.m. — Casablanca Ballroom — $30 per ticket or $240 for a table of 8 — Dance the night away to live country hits by Kix Garcia Band and Texas T while supporting the Border Olympics.
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Double Feature: Superman (1978) & Superman II
7-11 p.m. — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Enjoy a nostalgic night under the stars watching iconic Superman films.
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