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Monarch Fest
2022-04-02 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, 78503, United States
Each spring, Monarch Butterflies migrate north and east around March or April. On April 2, Quinta Mazatlan hosts the annual Monarch Fest from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in McAllen, with the Bug Parade at 11 a.m.
Family activities include live music, dance, vendors, arts & crafts, migration path, speakers, garden tours, food and other activities. The main stage features cultural dances and performers throughout the festival. Quinta Mazatlan encourages festival goers to wear orange and wings.
Children of all ages will enjoy the Bug Parade with an invitation to dress as a pollinator and walk in the parade. The Bug Parade is led by the famous McHi Drumline, Butterfly Stilt Walkers and more entertainers. Kids can also meet The Very Hungry Caterpillar along the route.
Ambassador animals will be on display with presentations by Gladys Porter Zoo and Animal Contacto. Boy Scouts can work on fulfilling badge requirements including Grow Something, In the Wild, Feathers-Fur-Fins and the Insect Badge. Girl Scouts can work to complete Outdoor Art Petal, Animal Habitat, Garden and Bug Badges.
Adults will enjoy the live music, garden tours, native plant sale, vendors, food and monarch/gardening speakers. The streets of “Mazatlan” will feature educational booths hosted by UTRGV Entomology, Estero Llano Grande, Resaca de las Palmas, McAllen Recycling & Composting, McAllen Fire Station, McAllen Police Department, McAllen Library, McAllen Public Utility, One Up Mushroom, Santa Ana NWR, Texas Master Naturalists and more.
Festival sponsors are the Radisson Hotel, Med Care EMS, Whataburger and many educational organizations and volunteers.
Festival admission is $7 for adults, $5 for children, and children ages 2 and under are admitted free.
Tickets are available online at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.

McAllen Cruise Night
2022-04-02 13:00 - 19:00 | McAllen Chamber of Commerce, 1200 Ash Ave., McAllen, TX, 78501, United States
Join the McAllen Chamber of Commerce for the second annual “McAllen Classic Car Cruise Night” in McAllen April 2 from 1-7 p.m. Admission is free.
The chamber invites all car enthusiasts to come out for a family-friendly event while strolling down memory lane viewing the different decades of automobile history. The event promises to be fun and enjoyable, with a special guest appearance by the Green Ghost. No alcoholic beverages will be allowed.
The classic car cruise will start at the McAllen Chamber led by the Green Ghost. It will then work its way North on Main Street to The Old Church and then back to the McAllen Chamber. Judging will take place at the McAllen Chamber. The announcement of winners will take place in the latter part of the afternoon.
“We’re excited to have the Green Ghost sponsor the event,” stated Blanca Cardenas, Interim President & CEO. “Attendees will have an opportunity to meet and greet and take photos with Charlie Clark, star of the Green Ghost and the Masters of the Stone, which will premiere in select theaters on April 29.”
For more information about the McAllen Classic Car Cruise, contact Wally or Maritza at 956-682-2871.

TSC Ruby Gala
2022-04-02 18:30 - 23:59 | Oliveira Student Services Center, 2nd Floor, 80 Fort Brown, Brownsville, TX, United States
Texas Southmost College continues its celebration of its 95th anniversary April 2 with its Ruby Gala.
The night will include a string quartet and live music by Rockstar Denied. Online and live auctions will include sport, spa and restaurant packages as well as art pieces and jewelry from local donors. The evening also includes a surf and turf dinner.
The gala takes place from 6:30 p.m. to midnight on the second floor of the TSC Olivera Student Services building. This is the third celebratory event honoring the college’s 95th anniversary held over the past year.
All proceeds from donors and auction purchases will benefit the TSC Foundation’s student scholarships.
TSC Foundation scholarships help hundreds of students each year. Most recently, they have also provided full scholarships to TSC’s Workforce Training students in programs such as Welding, Scaffolding and Insulation. These programs lead to immediate employment with companies that offer great pay and benefits.

Community Family Health Fair
2022-04-09 10:00 - 13:00 | McAllen Public Library, 4001 North 23rd Street, McAllen, TX, 78504, United States
McAllen Public Library hosts a Community Family Health Fair on April 9 at the Main library. Attendees can “Get on Track with your Health” by taking advantage of free health screenings and visiting many informational stations. Families can enjoy free mini train rides, jump rope and hoola hoop contests, a bubble dance-a-thon more. The Health Fair will take place inside the library lobby and outside, in front of the facility.
Dr. Martin Ekoumou and UTRGV-UT Health Rio Grande Valley students will be onsite providing free health screenings. These include blood pressure checks, BMI testing, diabetes screening and cholesterol testing.
Agencies such as Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, Hammond Vision Center, McAllen VA Outpatient Clinic, Rio Grande Valley Diabetes Association, Endeavors, South Texas Health System, Power of Why Studio, Vitalant, McAllen Metro and many others will share information about their services to our community.
The Community Family Health Fair is free and open to the public.
For more information, contact the library or visit its website.

Sunset Live
2022-04-09 18:00 - 21:00 | McAllen Convention Center Oval Park., 700 Convention Center Blvd, McAllen, TX, 78501, United States
After a brief pause for two years, McAllen’s Sunset Live outdoor music festival returns in its full capacity April 9 with a Tex-Mex Country R&B musical celebration.
Admission and parking to the concert is free and is open to the whole family, including pets.
The lineup for Saturday is as follows:

6-6:45 p.m. – Yoga class with Quiet Mind Yoga
6:30 p.m. – STAARZ, R&B Pop from Brownsville
7 p.m. – Lizzie Astorga, Mexican &American Pop from Brownsville
8 p.m. – Ricky J & Desert Bloom, Country from McAllen
9 p.m. – Darius Jackson, Blues musician from Austin

About Sunset Live
Sunset Live includes three concerts in the spring and three concerts in the fall. Each concert takes place the second Saturday of the month. The series focuses on promoting the arts and giving up-and-coming artists and musicians a different type of exposure outside of the local bar scene.

Food Park Unplugged
2022-04-15 20:00 - 22:00 | McAllen Food Park, 10 N. Broadway, McAllen, 78501, United States
Food Park Unplugged takes place April 15 at McAllen Food Park.
Every third Friday of the month, enjoy the sounds of local crooners while feasting on dishes by Food Truck chefs. Take a stroll and do some shopping from local craft and collectibles vendors. This event is family- and pet-friendly.
Free admission into the park.

Spring Migration Celebration
2022-04-23 - 2022-04-24 | South Padre Island Birding, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary, 6801 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX, 78597, United States
Experience the spectacle and colors of spring bird migration through South Padre Island at the Spring Migration Celebration April 23-24.
The weekend includes birding workshops and presentations and a native plant sale. Also on the schedule are Island golf cart birding tours and kids’ activities.

Administrative Professionals Day Luncheon
2022-04-27 11:30 - 13:00 | Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance, 118 Paseo del Prado, Edinburg, 78539, United States
The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce hosts an Administrative Professionals Day Luncheon April 27 at the Edinburg Conference Center. Administrative professionals and employers can join the national celebration over a lunch with motivational speaker Dr. Kathy Gruver.
Gruver is an award-winning author and professional speaker with more than 30 years of experience in mind/body medicine and human behavior. Her topics include stress reduction, mindset and positivity where she creates space for both learning and laughter.
Tickets and tables of eight are available for purchase by contacting the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce.

Hats Off to Business Women Dinner & Expo
2022-04-27 17:30 - 20:00 | Embassy Suites by Hilton, 800 Convention Center Blvd., McAllen, TX, 78501, United States
The Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hosts the Hats Off to Business Women Dinner & Expo on April 27. The gathering of business women celebrates successes while offering networking opportunities. Attendees may also learn how SBA can assist in the creation or expansion of their businesses from keynote speaker Angela Burton, RGV SBA district director.
The event also includes a Kentucky Derby hat contest.
Individual tickets to Hats Off to Business Women are $50. Attendees may also reserve a table of eight for $600 by calling the RGVHCC. Vendor table are also available by contacting the chamber. Non-member vendor tables are $250 and include two tickets. Member vendor tables are $200 and include two tickets.
Individual tickets are available for purchase online.

Tacos 'n Tequila Craft Cocktails Showcase
2022-04-29 18:30 - 22:30 | Radisson Hotel, 2721 South 10th Street, McAllen, TX, 78503, United States
The McAllen Chamber of Commerce, South Texas Health System, the Radisson Hotel, and McAllen Nut & Bolt invite you to this year’s Tacos ‘n Tequila Showcase. Come taste the best tacos and the best tequila craft cocktails in McAllen.
Restaurants participating this year include Republic of the Rio Grande, Birdie Bistro, On the Border, Costa Messa, On the Grill and Palenque Grill. Benny & the Katz will provide live music.
For more information, contact Gerry at 956-682-2871.

Jailbreak Beach Escape
2022-05-07 08:00 | TX
The Jailbreak Beach Escape on May 7 has become a South Padre Island tradition. Each May, thousands of runners conquer the 5k course covering 20 challenging obstacles on the beaches of South Padre. Following is a Texas-sized beach party at Clayton’s Beach Bar.
Register online.

Alligator Sanctuary Anniversary
2022-05-07 08:00 - 17:00 | South Padre Island Birding, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary, 6801 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX, 78597, United States
Join the South Padre Island Birding, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary on May 7 to celebrate the third anniversary of the Alligator Sanctuary.
Learn all about the biology of an American alligator and the Alligator Sanctuary through our educational “Gator Talks.”
Afterwards, see the feeding of Big Padre, the center’s 12.5-foot alligator. The center will have cake, cookies and refreshments while supplies last.
Free admission all day.

Farm to Table Dinner 2022 | IDEA Public Schools
2022-05-12 18:30 - 22:00 | Brownsville Market Square, 1150 Market Square Street, Brownsville, TX, 78520, United States
Join IDEA Public Schools on May 12 as it celebrates 22 years of IDEA’s commitment to the Rio Grande Valley with its inaugural Farm to Table Dinner.
The night will be filled with inspiring stories and a silent auction. Following is a dinner featuring locally sourced ingredients prepared by renowned Chef Larry Delgado, winner of Beat Bobby Flay 2021.
All funds raised will support graduating seniors and alumni with scholarships on their journey to and through college.
RSVP online.

Watermelon Festival & Cook-off
2022-05-14 15:00 - 23:00 | Alamo Downtown Central Park, 800 E. Main Street, Alamo, TX, United States
The 10th annual Watermelon Festival & Cook-off takes place May 14 from 3-11 p.m. in Alamo. This family-friendly event will have entertainment for everyone to enjoy.
Festival offerings include:

Beer Garden
Food Vendors
Carnival Rides
Arts and Crafts
Musical Line-up
Free Watermelon Slices
State-Sanctioned Cook-off

"Sizzling in the Tropics" BBQ Cook-off
2022-06-11 17:30 | McAllen Municipal Park, 1921 North Bicentennial Blvd., McAllen, TX, United States
The 10th annual “Sizzling in the Tropics” BBQ Cook-off takes place June 11 at McAllen Municipal Park. Attendees can enjoy great BBQ cooked by Valley BBQ teams. Winners will be chosen for best brisket, pulled pork, chicken wings, pork ribs, pan de campo and beans.
Sponsored by H-E-B, the City of McAllen and L&F Distributors
Contact Gerry for more information at 956-682-2871.

Here Come the Brides Luncheon
2022-06-25 11:30 - 13:30 | Weslaco Museum, 500 South Texas Blvd., Weslaco, TX, 78596 At this address, United States
The Weslaco Museum hosts the annual “Here Come the Brides Luncheon” presented by The Museum Guild on June 25. The luncheon will feature a presentation by Joe Vidales, discussing wedding styles through the years.
Purchase tickets for $25 at the museum or from guild members.

Rio Grande City Freedom Fest
2022-07-02 | Basilio Villarreal Municipal Park, 1473 Stephen, Saenz Street, Rio Grande City, TX, 78582, United States
The Rio Grande City Freedom Fest presented by Grupo Solido takes place July 2 at the Basilio Villarreal Municipal Park. The event features live music, a car show, kiddie rides, a fireworks show and more.

Texas Cook’Em: High Steaks
2022-07-02 | Ebony Hills Golf Course, 300 W. Palm Drive, Edinburg, TX, United States
The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce and the City of Edinburg host the 16th annual Texas Cook’Em: High Steaks on July 2 at Ebony Hills Golf Course. Headliner for the event is Los Palominos with openers Red Not Chili Peppers, Draft, Explosion Tejana and more.
Texas Cook’Em is one of the state’s biggest BBQ purse, awarding $25,000 to winners. Competitors will battle it out on the grill to cook the best chicken, ribs, pork, brisket and rib-eye steak. Winners will take home money and a year’s work of bragging rights.
A portion of the event proceeds will benefit local veterans attending the University of Texas – Rio Grande Valley with scholarships. Texas Cook’Em has distributed over $20,000 in scholarships locally.
This year’s festivities will begin at 10 a.m. Activities include live music, vendors, car show, a children’s fun zone and food.
Admission to the concert is free. Attendees are welcome to bring lawn chairs and blankets.

4th of July Walking Beach Parade
2022-07-04 09:00 | Beach Access #21, Goodhope Circle, South Padre Island, TX, 78578, United States
South Padre Island presents a 4th of July Walking Beach Parade on July 4 lining up at 9 a.m. at Beach Access #21. The parade begins at 9:30 a.m. and concludes at Beach Access #17.
Watermelon, water and giveaways while supplies last.

SIP N SHOP Sunset Market
2022-07-09 18:00 | The District, 902 South 2nd Street, Hidalgo, TX, United States
Head to the Hidalgo Historic District on July 9 at 6 p.m. for vendors, family activities, live music, food and wine at the SIP N SHOP Sunset Market.
Admission includes a souvenir cup and tote bag. Cost is $20 for one, $30 for two, plus tax and fees. Purchase includes wine tasting at participating locations (while supplies last).
Purchase tickets online.

Downtown at Sundown
2022-07-15 18:00 - 22:00 | Downtown Harlingen, 209 W Jackson Ave., Harlingen, 78550, United States
Downtown at Sundown
Downtown at Sundown’s outdoor concert and night market take place on July 15 in Downtown Harlingen. The free-admission evening includes a variety of local food and beverage options, and local retail vendors. The event kicks off with vendors opening at 6 p.m., followed by the headliner band at 7 p.m.
Sponsors for Downtown at Sundown are the City of Harlingen and the Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce.
For more information, contact the chamber.

Dr. Seuss Story Book Adventure on the Trails
2022-07-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, 78503, United States
Quinta Mazatlan brings the Dr. Seuss book “What Was I Scared Of?” to life on July 28 with a wacky adventure along the trails. A special appearance will be made by The Cat in the Hat.
Quinta Mazatlán’s Forest Trail will feature Dr. Seuss characters that bring out the pages of the book, featuring the spooky empty pants. “What Was I Scared Of?” illustrates the importance of not judging a book by its cover and having the courage to communicate with others whom may appear to be different.
Patrons may dress as their favorite Dr. Seuss character. The special themed trail will be up through Aug. 6 at Quinta Mazatlan.
Tickets are available online at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com at $3 per person. Children ages 2 and under are admitted free.

Back To School Blast Off
2022-08-14 13:00 - 17:00 | International Museum of Art & Science, 1900 W. Nolana Ave., McAllen, TX, 78504, United States
Blast off back to school with the IMAS and McAllen Public Utility on Aug. 14. This event features hands-on art and science activities in celebration of the James Webb Space Telescope’s first images.
The event also includes community tables, free books and planetarium presentations. A virtual Webb Expert Panel takes place at 2:30 p.m.
This is event is free for McAllen residents.

Brownsville Chamber of Commerce 85th Anniversary Gala
2022-08-18 18:00 - 23:55 | Brownsville Events Center, 1 Events Center Blvd., Brownsville, TX, United States
The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce celebrates its 85th Anniversary with a black-tie gala at the Brownsville Events Center on Aug. 18.
Since 1937, the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce has been the community’s leading membership-driven advocate and champion for business. Its primary objective is to create a climate of growth and success in our community.
Individual chamber member tickets are $100 each; non-member $125 each.
Register online or contact the chamber.

Food Park Unplugged
2022-08-19 20:00 - 22:00 | McAllen Food Park, 10 N. Broadway, McAllen, 78501, United States
Food Park Unplugged takes place every third Friday at McAllen Food Park at 10 North Broadway. The Aug. 19 installment includes the regular lineup of live music and dishes by food truck chefs. Patrons may also shop local craft and collectibles vendors. This event is family and pet friendly.
Free admission into the park.
For more information, call the McAllen Chamber of Commerce.

14th annual Texas Street Festival
2022-09-03 12:00 - 23:59 | Downtown Mercedes, 200 S. Texas Avenue, Mercedes, TX, United States
The City of Mercedes hosts its 14th annual Texas Street Festival on Sept. 3 in historic downtown Mercedes. The day includes live music, food and drinks, children’s activities, crafts, professional wrestling and a car show. Live performers include Control and Bobby Pulido.
Proceeds from the festival will help support the Mercedes Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Program benefiting students from all Mercedes high schools.

Dies y Seis de Septiembre
2022-09-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Weslaco Museum, 500 South Texas Blvd., Weslaco, TX, 78596 At this address, United States
The Weslaco Museum invites everyone to come and celebrate “Dies y Seis de Septiembre“ on Sept. 16 during museum hours, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The museum dress up for the fiesta and celebrates Priest Miguel Hidalgo’s determination for Mexico to have its freedom from both Spain and France.
The event includes food, aguas, loteria, music, history and celebration. Attendees are invited to “put on your huipil (colorful Mexican dress), blusa y falda (blouse and skirt), guayabera con pantalones (shirt and pants), and zapatos (shoes)” and join the Weslaco Museum in celebrating this day of independence.
Standard admission fees apply.

Día De Los Muertos Festival & Market At The Museum
2022-10-09 13:00 - 17:00 | International Museum of Art & Science, 1900 W. Nolana Ave., McAllen, TX, 78504, United States
Join the International Museum of Art & Science for its annual Día de los Muertos Festival on Oct. 9. This lively event includes performances, a display of altares created by community organizations, and a Market at the Museum featuring regional artists and artisans.
Activities include a candle painting, exhibit tours and a sugar skull decorating. Each activity is an additional $3 each.
IMAS Día de los Muertos Festival is presented by H-E-B Helping Here with additional support from Humanities Texas.

SPI Chamber Fall Member Showcase
2022-10-18 17:30 - 19:00 | SPI Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX, 78597, United States
Join the South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce on Oct. 18 for its Fall Member Showcase. Visit with more than 50 chamber members.
Admission is free and includes one drink coupon.

Fiesta de Palmas 2022
2022-10-21 - 2022-10-23 | McAllen Convention Center, 700 Convention Center Boulevard, McAllen, TX, United States
This year’s Fiesta de Palmas includes fun family activities and an exciting music line up during the annual celebration of all cultures of McAllen Oct. 21-23.
Fiesta de Palmas provides activities for all to enjoy inside the McAllen Convention Center and all around the grounds, including Oval Park, the Reflecting Pond and the Amphitheater.
For more information, visit Fiesta De Palmas Set For Oct. 21-23.
