Quinta Mazatlan
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Super Hero Vehicle Night
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesJoin Quinta Mazatlán for Thursday Night Live on June 8 to the new quarter mile Superhero Trail through the Woods. Valley artists Celerino Castillo and Gaby Rico have created over 75 life-size painted wood PEGS of comic book Superheroes that have been placed along the trails. As you walk the trail you will also see six-foot tall famous comic book covers that will be accompanying the artistic PEGS. The trail…
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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…
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Plants for Pollinators
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesHanna Marble, urban ecologist for the City of Pharr. presents “Plants for Pollinators and Other Wildlife” at Quinta Mazatlan on Sept. 14, focusing on the native plants of the Rio Grande Valley. Marble graduated from UTRGV with a BA in Anthropology and Biology Degree in 2016 and has made a career working with the natural habitat from Brownsville to McAllen. Marble gained experience as the Garden Nursery coordinator for Edinburg…
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Stewards of the Wild Side: Replacing Your Yard with A Habitat
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesOn Sept. 28, Quinta Mazatlán hosts Texas Master Naturalist Robert Gaitan speaks on "Stewards of the Wild Side: Replacing Your Yard with A Habitat." As part of the Thursday Night Speaker Series, Gaitan speaks on the importance of a unified public and how the survival of our native flora and fauna depends on our efforts to become “Stewards of the Wild.” Gaitan joined the Rio Grande Valley Chapter of the…
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Cemetery Birding in Texas
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesJennifer Bristol Get to know the author of "Cemetery Birding: An Unexpected Guide to Discovering Birds in Texas" at Quinta Mazatlán on Feb. 15. The Thursday Night Speaker Series features Jennifer Bristol as she introduces cemeteries as accessible places to bird watch. She will also highlight locations across every ecoregion of Texas. Bristol is a conservationist, environmentalist and author whose connection and love for nature has led her career. Before…
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Three Families of Quinta Mazatlan History Tour
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesSpecial guest Victor De Leon will be at Quinta Mazatlán on Sept. 12 to further educate patrons on the history of Quinta Mazatlán. Hear about the tales of the families that built and lived at Quinta Mazatlán for a total of 60 years before the City of McAllen purchased the estate and opened it in 2006 as a mansion with a mission. Local resident De Leon was a lifelong educator…
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Beautiful Valley Plants
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesJohn Brush The RGV is full of diverse plant communities, from coastal prairies to dense thorn forest, filled with plant species large and small. Join John Brush at Quinta Mazatlán on Oct. 3 to learn about the characteristics of these habitats, including common plants and rare plants found within. Brush is the urban ecologist at Quinta Mazatlán, City of McAllen. Some of his plant-focused duties include implementing habitat creation projects,…
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ReFest
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesSky King’s Falconry Did you know that vultures protect both wildlife and human communities? These birds of prey are known as scavengers who feed on dead animals or carrion, which plays a crucial role in maintaining the health of our ecosystems. Meet Nature’s Clean-up Crew at ReFest with Sky King’s Falconry on Nov. 16 at Quinta Mazatlán. ReFest, sponsored by H-E-B, celebrates Texas Recycles Day. Bring your plastic bag or…
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Jurassic RGV Live Dinosaur Show
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesTransport back in time to the age of the dinosaurs during Thursday Night Live with Jurassic RGV on June 12 at Quinta Mazatlán. The live dinosaur show will feature life-sized animatronic dinosaurs that move and roar just like they did millions of years ago. Engage with the performers and dinosaurs, providing a unique and immersive experience. There will also be photo opportunities to capture the moment with your favorite dinosaur…
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Chicharra Fest
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesCelebrate one of nature’s most fascinating and musical insects, the cicada, at Chicharra Fest on July 17 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Quinta Mazatlán. Known locally as chicharras, cicadas emerge from the ground to fill the air with their signature sound, becoming the loudest insect in the world thanks to drum-like organs in their bodies called timbals. Quinta Mazatlán will honor their noisy symphony with an engaging, family-friendly evening of…
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Web of Wonders with Dave Moellendorf
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesCrawl over to Quinta Mazatlán on July 24 for an exciting evening dedicated to the mysterious and misunderstood world of spiders. As part of the Thursday Night Live Summer Series, this family-friendly event runs from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and offers an unforgettable opportunity to learn about these eight-legged creatures and their important role in our ecosystem. To kick off the night, Spider-Man himself will be in attendance to meet…
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Live Animal Show
Quinta Mazatlan 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen, TX, United StatesPrepare to be amazed as Quinta Mazatlán brings the wild to life with a LIVE Animal Show on July 31 during the Thursday Night Live Summer Series. This unforgettable evening features an interactive animal demonstration led by Alejandro Millan, director and founder of Contacto Animal USA. Guests will experience a fascinating variety of animals from colorful parrots and curious lizards to snakes, frogs and more. Learn about their natural habitats,…