Good morning, Laredo.

The City of Laredo Solid Waste Department will collect brush and bulky items in District II on Monday, October 6 for active residential accounts—items must be placed on sidewalks by 7 a.m. and free of obstructions with accepted items including furniture, bicycles, and mattresses.

On October 3, the City of Laredo Economic Development Department announced a $300,000 grant for the Santa Fe Park Hike + Bike Trails Phase 1 project that will build 0.62 miles of new 10 foot ADA accessible asphalt trails, a concrete bridge, header + retaining walls.

The project begins a three-phase plan that will connect Santa Fe Park with nearby parks and schools.

TRS-Care Health Education Fair in Laredo

8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Embassy Suites by Hilton Laredo — Free entry — Explore your 2026 TRS-Care benefits and gain insights into health, dental, and wellness programs.

Value and Talent Job Fair

10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Workforce Solutions for South Texas — Free to attend — Discover local employment opportunities and connect with potential employers.

Food Town Laredo

11 PM - 1 AM — 800 Garden St, Laredo, TX — Free entry — Celebrate Laredo's culinary heritage with engaging discussions and workshops on local food culture.

Laredo Coffee Fest

11 AM – 4 PM — The Shoppes at Laredo — Free entry — Celebrate local coffee culture with tastings and unique brews.

Dia De Los Muertos Art Gala & Auction

5-8:30 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Laredo — $110 per ticket — Celebrate Dia De Los Muertos with an art auction, fine dining, and live entertainment.