Quinta Mazatlán
Events
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Monarch Fest
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesEach 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…
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Amazing Animals
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesAlejandro Millan, director of Contacto Animal Take the opportunity to learn and explore at a live animal show on June 16th at Quinta Mazatlán. The interactive and bilingual demonstration by Contacto Animal USA features all kinds of animals from parrots, lizards, snakes and frogs. Alejandro Millan, director of Contacto Animal, will talk about the unique traits and natural abilities of the animals. Millan was born in Mexico City; he discovered…
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Thursday Night Live: A Night of Magic in Nature
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesOscar Munoz Magician Oscar Munoz visits Quinta Mazatlan for its Thursday Night Live on June 30. Munoz is an illusionist and motivational speaker, offering quality programs that are both educational and entertaining. His programs contain magic, music and educational messages for kids of all ages. Every presentation is created to motivate, energize and entertain. Munoz combines motivational themes with his award-winning stage act. Muñoz possesses a doctorate in magic from…
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Live Reptiles by Gladys Porter Zoo
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesJaime Zepeda, Educational Assistant with Gladys Porter Zoo, shows off one of the bull snakes that will be visiting Quinta Mazatlán Gladys Porter Zoo presents live reptiles at Quinta Mazatlan on July 7 with an up-close learning experience. The Gladys Porter Zoo focuses on conservation, education, recreation and also serves as a wildlife rehabilitation center. Public outreach is an important aspect of the zoo’s overall mission and is a primary…
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Contacto Animal at Quinta Mazatlán
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesMeet animals up close and learn more about them on July 21 for a bilingual demonstration by Contacto Animal at Quinta Mazatlán. Find out why all animals are important, including scorpions, tarantulas, toads, lizards, snakes and more. Presentation begins at 7:30 p.m. in the park. Alejandro Millan, director of Contacto Animal, will talk about the unique traits and natural abilities of the animals. Alejandro was born in Mexico City, and…
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Mothing by Moonlight at Quinta Mazatlan
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesWhen the sun goes down, the moths come out at Quinta Mazatlan. Join them for a special glimpse into the world of nocturnal insects on July 23 from 9 p.m. to midnight. A dimly lit trail will guide the guests through the Thorn Forest trails at Quinta Mazatlan to special Mothing Stations with knowledgeable naturalists. Guests should expect to see spiders, scorpions, frogs, toads, beetles and more. McAllen’s Urban Ecologist…
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Make a Fun and Simple Backyard Habitat
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesAllen Williams Transform a portion of your yard into a welcoming place for birds and butterflies this fall. Allen Williams, landscape habitat specialist at PSJA ISD, goes over the key components that you need to address to do so on Sept. 22 at Quinta Mazatlan. To help you grow your “edible” garden for wildlife, the native nursery “Blue Mockingbird” will also be selling native plants to take home. Williams became…
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Native Plant Sale & Talk With Mike Heep
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesMike Heep Quinta Mazatlan kicks off Native Plant Month in Texas on Oct. 6 with a native plant sale and Mike Heep’s presentation, “Landscaping with Native Plants.” Heep will focus on a wide variety of the Rio Grande Valley’s native plants and information on how to diversify your garden with local specialties that help sustain the ecological and biodiversity of the region. South Texas native plants are the ecological basis…
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Gardening for Wildlife
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesGardening for Wildlife, presented by the Center for Urban Ecology, introduces how and why guests can use plants for beautiful and wildlife-friendly gardens on Jan. 7. From 2-3 p.m. at Quinta Mazatlan. learn more about the native plants of the Rio Grande Valley, which ones attract different animals, and why they are important to wildlife while also benefiting people. There are more than 1,200 plants considered native to the Rio…
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Quiet Mind Yoga in the Park
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesQuinta Mazatlán hosts a night of outdoor yoga and meditation in the park with Quiet Mind Yoga on Jan. 19 from 6-7 p.m. "Nurture with Nature" focuses on well-being, mindfulness and a healthy quality of life. The evening includes a beginner friendly yoga flow, meditation and breath work. Guests should bring a yoga mat or blanket/towel for the grass, comfortable clothing, natural insect repellent and a water bottle for the…
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Quinta Mazatlan Valentines Concert
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesQuinta Mazatlan presents an early Valentines Concert in the Park on Feb. 9 with Dos Voces, a contemporary classical duo. Guests may arrive prior to the 6 p.m. concert to take in the nature and birding trails through the woods. Dos Voces's Cecy and Bri have collaborated through the years as performers and music educators. As Dos Voces, they integrate their disciplines of voice, piano and guitar. Open to innovation…
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Birds of Prey
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesSky Kings Falconry demonstrates the athleticism and speed of raptors living in the Rio Grande Valley with a live demonstration on June 15 at Quinta Mazatlan. The Wildlife Revealed free-flight program focuses on the natural history, unique traits and the extraordinary abilities of these incredible animals. Sky Kings Falconry is dedicated to the education and preservation of our wildlife and employing its natural abilities to correct environmental issues. The team…