McAllen ranks sixth lowest in Texas regarding burglary and theft, according to researchers at Porch.com. The city also ranks seventh lowest in the United States for Small Cities. This news comes soon after a recent report by the Texas Department of Public Safety showing McAllen ranks second lowest in Texas for violent crimes. The survey analyzes crime data regarding burglary and theft over a four-year period across 258 cities in…
Quinta Mazatlán World Birding Center‘s Sticks and Bones Trail opens Oct. 23 and a Halloween party will follow one week later on Oct. 30. The trail will be up through mid-November. Guests can stop by Tuesdays through Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and until 7 p.m. on Thursdays. The trail is free with park admission. The Halloween Party in the Park takes place from 9 a.m. to 1…
Quinta Mazatlán World Birding Center‘s Halloween Party in the Park takes place Oct. 30 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event is free with park admission. Guests will be able to walk the Sticks and Bones trail, do some shopping from some local vendors and stop by Randerie’s food truck. Live performances include the City of McAllen Parks and Recreation Folkorico dancers and the award-winning Mariachi Mariposas. The event…
Fiesta de Palmas welcomes its first pumpkin patch to the annual cultural festival Oct. 22-24. The “Fiesta Fun Pumpkin Patch” will offer attendees the chance to get an Instagramable photo opportunity and purchase a pumpkin, as well. Fiesta de Palmas is giving back with 100 percent of the proceeds going to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. “Fiesta de Palmas’ philanthropic efforts are rooted in the City of McAllen’s purpose of providing high…
Fiesta de Palmas recently announced its upcoming musical lineup for the festival taking place Oct. 22-24. The local talent will take center stage on the McAllen Performing Arts Center stage and Sunset Stage at the McAllen Convention Center throughout the weekend. This year, the festival is celebrating and supporting talent from all across the Rio Grande Valley, making these local artists and bands the official headliners. The weekend kicks off…
The Hidalgo County Republican Party hosts a Texas Dept. of Public Safety & Army National Guard Appreciation Day Oct. 16. From 12:30-2:30 p.m., join in for hot dogs and hamburgers. Everyone is invited.
Plans are currently underway by the IMAS Guild for this year’s International Museum of Art and Science Christmas Tree Forest. Those organizations wishing to participate should sign up early for the exhibit of 25 Christmas trees. This year’s theme is “Christmas in the Rio Grande Valley.” Inspiration for trees can come from many aspects of Valley life from ranching and sports to history and birding. New this year are the…
Organizers of the McAllen Holiday Parade are inviting the community to come be a part of the celebration and help bring the parade to life. A recent announcement included the return of the McAllen Holiday Parade sweepstakes, volunteer opportunities and seating options. The parade will step off at 6 p.m. Dec. 4 from the McAllen Veterans Memorial Stadium, 2001 N. Bicentennial Blvd. Celebrities Mario Lopez and Julian Gil will serve…
IMAS hosts the Dia de los Muertos Festival and Market Oct. 10. Visitors can play Lotería, create papel picado, make a paper butterfly shadow box, view the altars display, and decorate a traditional sugar skull ($2 per participant). A diverse vendor market will be on site with traditional pieces and handmade goods including art, jewelry, plants, aguas frescas and sweet treats. Community tables include McAllen Public Library and Valley Symphony Orchestra. The McAllen Creative Incubator…
McAllen International Airport is now offering MFE Destination Connect. The free, luxury shuttle service brings MFE travelers to their next destination in South Padre Island. This new partnership between the airport and SPI creates new connectivity which allows travelers to experience both destinations while visiting. McAllen International Airport currently welcomes travelers from nine nonstop destinations throughout the U.S. and Mexico. This pilot shuttle service program operates on Thursdays, Fridays and…