Yearly Events
JANUARY
Texas Citrus Fiesta, Mission, late January and early February for the coronation
of Queen Citrianna, the Product Costume Show, a carnival, a barbecue, the Parade
of Oranges and more. (956) 585-9724.
McAllen International Travel Show, early January, and Winter Texan Expo, late
January, in the McAllen Civic Center, U.S. 83 and 10th Street. (956) 682-2871.
FEBRUARY
Charro Days, Brownsville/ Matamoros, International sister cities throw a party
with parades, mariachi bands, folkloric dancing and Mexican cuisine. Don’t miss
the famous grito or cry that marks the opening of the festivities. (956)
542-4245.
Fiesta Edinburg, in late February with a parade, rodeo, live music and exhibits
in celebration of the city’s founding. Edinburg Chamber of Commerce, (956)
383-4974.
Spring Fest at Weslaco, sponsored by the Valley Nature Center in late February,
opens with a 5K Run/Walk. Features two exciting days of live musical acts,
animal exhibits, great food, fun activities for children and adults, nature
field trips, Vendor Trade Show, Nature Art Show, Crafts at the Valley Nature
Center and other Weslaco venues. (956) 969-2475
Brownsville International Birding Festival The Festival showcases the Rio Grande
Valley’s summer birding opportunities and is Texas’ only offshore, summertime
birding festival. There are a variety of field trips and seminars as well as an
info share marketplace, youth programs and evening activities. Brownsville
Convention and Visitors Bureau, (956) 546-3721.
Los Fresnos Rodeo, first weekend in February, featuring a full range of rodeo
events and clowns. In Lions Park, Los Fresnos. (956) 233-4488.
MARCH
Borderfest, Hidalgo, four days in March - April featuring a colorful parade,
beauty pageant and folkloric dancers as well as “crafts in action,” mariachis
and food. (956) 843-2734.
Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show, Mercedes, held in mid-March is one of the
Valley’s most popular events with an average attendance of 160,000. Supports 4-H
and Future Farmers of America high school students as they show their wares.
Rodeo, carnival, nightly dances, games, contests and other family-oriented
entertainment. (956) 565-2456.
APRIL
Onion Festival, Weslaco, If it can be done with an onion, it’s here. Watch or
enter onion-clipping and onion recipe contests. Food booths, games,
storytellers, bands and entertainment. (956) 968-2102.
Riofest, Harlingen, celebrates culture with arts and crafts, art exhibits, art
contests, food and music. Artists of every age can show their work or just look
and learn by taking lessons at no extra charge. A make believe Western town for
kids, complete with a jail, is a favorite attraction. Dozens of musical acts,
both amateur and professional, are featured. Third week of April. (956)
425-2705.
Texas Tropics Nature Festival, McAllen, early April, celebrates one of the
richest areas for birding on the continent. Field trips introduce festival-goers
to the natural and cultural delights of the Valley. Includes seminars, evening
keynote speakers, an all day photography workshop, a children’s program and a
full trade show. (956) 682-2871 or (800) 250-2591.
MAY
Dragonfly Days, at Weslaco’s Valley Nature Center. Lectures, programs and
exhibits tell all you want to know about dragonflies, with three days of nature
events, field trips, and fellowship with other nature lovers. (956) 969-2475.
JULY
Port Mansfield Fishing Tournament, mid-July. Fishing takes the spotlight in July
and August with this annual tournament. (956) 944-2354.
AUGUST
Texas International Fishing Tournament, South Padre Island, first weekend in
August. This legendary contest draws anglers from all over the continent.
Non-fishermen can come down to the docks for the weigh-in at the end of each
day. (956) 943-8438.
Ladies Kingfish Tournament, South Padre Island, second weekend in August. This
"women’s only" tournament draws over 200 participants yearly from all over the
country. One of the largest all women’s tournaments in Texas, it has been around
nearly 20 years. (956) 761-4412.
SEPTEMBER
The Longest Causeway Run and Wellness Walk, Port Isabel to South Padre Island,
last Saturday in September. A 10-kilometer run/walk over one of the nation’s
longest bridges. (800) 527-6102.
OCTOBER
Texas Butterfly Festival, Mission, mid-October. Workshops, garden tours, youth
and adult seminars, nature trade show. Mission Chamber, (956) 585-2727.
NOVEMBER
Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival, Harlingen, early November, attracts birders
from all over North America. Field trips, tours, seminars by several of the
country’s top birding authorities, a children’s program and a trade show which
includes art, optics, birding supplies and gear, crafts, clothing and more.
(956) 423-5440 or (800) 531-7346.
World’s Championship Shrimp Cookoff, Port Isabel, first Sunday in November,
takes place on one-and-one-half city blocks. Help judge world class shrimp
dishes. Street dances, folk art festival, food booths. (800) 527-6102.
DECEMBER
Candlelight Posada, Archer Park, McAllen, first Friday and Saturday nights in
December. Christmas entertainment with a South Texas flair...food booths,
luminarias, twinkling lights, caroling and a live Nativity scene. (956)
682-2871.
Christmas Boat Parade, Port Isabel, early December. Don’t miss this spectacular
parade as boats make their way from Port Isabel along the causeway and along the
bay at South Padre Island. (956) 943-2262.
A Christmas Celebration, Edinburg, second Saturday in December, celebrates the
season with mariachis, dancers, a crafts fair and Las Posadas production. (956)
383-4974.
Christmas Street Parade, South Padre Island, early December. Grab your favorite
parking spot on Padre Blvd. for the enchanting Christmas Street Parade. (956)
761-3000.
Winter Vegetable Show, Pharr, early December, showcases the Valley’s many
vegetables shown by 4-H and Future Farmers of America members. (956) 787-1481.
January
Texas Citrus Fiesta, Mission. The last week of January and early February
heralds a full schedule of fun and activities including the coronation of Queen
Citrianna, the Product Costume Show, a carnival, barbecue, and the Parade of
Oranges. (956) 585-9724.
McAllen International Travel Show, early January, and Winter Texan Expo, late
January, McAllen Civic Center, U.S. 83 and 10th Street. (956) 682-2870.
February
Charro Days, Brownsville/ Matamoros. Last weekend in February. International
sister cities throw a party including parades, mariachi bands, folkloric dancing
and Mexican cuisine. Don’t miss the famous "grito," or cry, that marks the
opening of the festivities. (956) 542-4245.
Fiesta Edinburg, weekend-long event in late February. Enjoy parade, rodeo,
fajita cook-off, live concert music, and exhibits in celebration of the founding
of the city. Edinburg Chamber, (956) 383-4974.
Heart of the Valley Health Fair, McAllen Civic Center, early February. Free
screenings for cholesterol, diabetes, glucose, glaucoma, vision and blood
pressure, podiatry, massage and oral hygiene. Immunizations for children, and
screenings for scoliosis, and hearing. (956) 682-2871.
"Winter Texan Appreciation Party" held at Outdoor Resorts second week of
February. Dance contests and refreshments, gifts, and prizes. One thousand
attended last year. (956) 943-6449.
March
Borderfest, Hidalgo, three days in early March. A colorful parade, beauty
pageant and folkloric dancers signal Hidalgo’s Borderfest, as well as "crafts in
action," mariachis and food. (956) 843-2734.
Taste of the Valley, Pharr. Hosted by the Pharr Chamber of Commerce, Taste of
the Valley is a food fair featuring leading Valley restaurants and entertainment
at the Pharr International Convention Center. The first Thursday in March. (956)
787-1481.
Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show, Mercedes. Held in Mid-March, the livestock
show is one of the Valley’s most popular annual events with an average
attendance of 160,000. Support 4-H and Future Farmers of America high school
students as they show their wares. For entertainment don’t miss the rodeo,
carnival, nightly dances, games, contests and other family-oriented
entertainment. (956) 565-2456.
April
Riofest, Harlingen. Celebrate culture with food, music, arts and crafts at
Harlingen’s annual festival. Art exhibits, contests at indoor and outdoor
exhibits. Artists of every age can show their work or just look and learn by
taking lessons at no extra charge. The make-believe "Western Town" for the kids,
complete with a jail, is a favorite attraction. RioFest features dozens of
musical acts - amateur and professional. Second weekend in April. (956)
425-2705.
Onion Festival, Weslaco, late April. Can it be done with an onion? If so, it’s
here. Watch or enter onion-clipping contests and onion recipe contests. Enjoy
food booths and games, storytellers, bands and entertainment. (956) 968-2102.
Texas Tropics Nature Festival, McAllen, late April. Celebrates one of the
richest areas for birding on the continent. Field trips introduce festival goers
to the natural and cultural delights of the Valley. Includes seminars, evening
keynote speakers, an all-day photography workshop, a children’s program, and a
full trade show. (956) 682-2871 or 1-800-250-2591.
July
Port Mansfield Fishing Tournament, mid-July. Fishing takes the spotlight in July
and August with this annual tournament. (956) 944-2354.
August
Texas International Fishing Tournament, South Padre Island, first weekend in
August. This legendary contest to land the big one draws anglers from all over
the continent. If you’re not going to fish, you can come down to the docks and
see them weighing in at the end of each day. (956) 943-8438.
October
The Longest Causeway Run and Wellness Walk, Port Isabel to South Padre Island,
first Saturday in October. A 10-kilometer run/walk over one of the nation’s
longest bridges. 1-800-527-6102.
World’s Championship Shrimp Cook-off, Port Isabel, Columbus Day Weekend. Takes
place on one and a half city blocks. Help judge the world-class shrimp dishes.
Street dance in the evening, along with a folk art festival, food booths.
1-800-527-6102.
Texas Butterfly Festival, Mission, late October. Workshops, garden tours, youth
and adult seminars, nature trade show. Mission Chamber, (956) 585-2727.
November
Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival, Harlingen, early November. Attracts birders
from all over North America. The festival features field trips, tours, seminars
by several of the country’s top birding authorities, and a trade show which
includes art, optics, birding supplies and gear, crafts, clothing and more.
There is also a children’s program. Call (956) 423-5440 or 1-800-531-7346.
December
Winter Vegetable Show, Pharr, early December. This exposition showcases the
Valley’s many vegetables shown by 4-H and Future Farmers of America members. Get
in on the vegetable auction. (956) 787-1481.
Candlelight Posada, Archer Park in McAllen, first Friday and Saturday nights in
December. Christmas entertainment with a South Texas flair. You’ll enjoy food
booths, luminarias, twinkling lights, caroling, and a live nativity scene. (956)
682-2871.
A Christmas Celebration, Edinburg, second Saturday in December. Celebrate the
season with mariachis, dancers, a crafts fair, and Las Posadas production. (956)
383-4974.
Christmas Street Parade, South Padre Island, early December. Grab your favorite
parking spot on Padre Blvd. for the enchanting Christmas Street Parade. (956)
761-3000.
Christmas Boat Parade, Port Isabel, early December. Do not miss this spectacular
parade as boats make their way from Port Isabel, along the causeway, and along
the bay at South Padre Island. (956) 943-2262.
Brownsville 4th of July Parade Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Maribel Castelán 956-982?6656
Celebrate our annual the 4th of July parade which will run the Charro Days
route.
Location: Brownsville, TX
misc_none 10:00 AM Harlingen 4th of July Parade & Family Fiesta Remind Me about
this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Downtown Improvement District 956-216-4910
Join us to celebrate the 4th of July (Independence Day) with a parade sponsored
by the Harlingen Jaycees. A Family Fiesta followed by the parade at Gutierrez
Park with live music and more. The public is invited. For info, call Downtown
Improvement District.
Location: Downtown, Jackson St; Harlingen, TX
Thursday July 5, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Amazing Insects Puppet Show Remind Me about this
Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Edinburg Scenic Wetlands & World Birding Center 956-381-9922 info@edinburgwbc.com
Children of all ages are encouraged to come discover amazing insects at the
Edinburg Scenic Wetlands & World Birding Center (EWBC). Parents, bring your
little ones to the “Amazing Insects” puppet show starring Maria Monarch and her
pals. Youngsters will learn all about insects and their special adaptations.
After the puppet show, join the EWBC staff for an insect nature walk around the
center where children can discover the many beautiful butterflies, dragonflies,
bugs and beetles at the EWBC.
Please remember to always dress for the weather. Don’t forget bug spray,
sunscreen, and your walking shoes!
Upcoming dates are July 5 and August 3 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. The fee is $1.00
per child or senior and $ 2.00 for adults.
No reservations are required for this program. For more information please call
(956) 381-9922. The Edinburg Scenic Wetlands & World Birding Center is located
at 714 Raul Longoria (in the Edinburg Municipal Park) in Edinburg, TX. You may
now visit our website at www.edinburgwbc.org to get more information about our
upcoming events. http://www.edinburgwbc.org
Location: Edinburg World Birding Center; 714 Raul Longoria; Edinburg, TX
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misc_none 6:30 PM The Texas Army National Guard 36th Infantry Division’s Lone
Star Band Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Debbie Wieland 956-421-9235 wieland@mma-tx.org
The Marine Military Academy (MMA), in conjunction with Texas Army National
Guard, invites all Rio Grande Valley residents to enjoy an evening of the finest
in military music as performed by The Texas Army National Guard 36th Infantry
Division’s Lone Star Band.
The performance, slated for July 5th, begins at 6:30 p.m. in MMA’s Phil Yeckel
Memorial Auditorium.
Admission is free; seating is on a first-come, first-seated basis.
The 36th Infantry Division’s "Lone Star" Band is set to tour several Texas
cities this summer including McAllen, Harlingen, Austin and Dallas in dedication
to the families of deployed military members and in recognition of employers in
these cities who support their citizen-soldiers.
Location: Marine Military Academy; 320 Iwo Jima Blvd; Harlingen, TX
Thursday July 5, 2007 - Sunday July 8, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 8:00 PM Pan American Summer Stock Theatre presents The Fantasticks
(July 5-7) Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Theatre Box Office 956-381-3581
Pan American Summer Stock Theatre, a Valley summer tradition since 1973, will
present three plays for this summer.
Scheduled for June 21-24 is Arcadia, a brilliant study in changes over time by
Tom Stoppard.
The following week, June 28-July 1, the tender love story of The Rainmaker will
perform.
The summer season ends with the famous and familiar musical The Fantasticks
written by two Texans, Harvey Schmidt and Tom Jones. The production dates are
July 5-8.
http://utpa.edu
Location: The University of Texas - Pan American; Albert L. Jeffers Theatre;
COAS Building; Edinburg, TX
Friday July 6, 2007 - Saturday July 7, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none Texas Cook’em: High Steaks in Edinburg Remind Me about this Event Tell
a Friend
Contact: Evana Vleck 956-383-4974 marketing@edinburg.com
The Edinburg Marketing team is excited to announce the dates for the 2nd Annual
Texas Cook’em: High Steaks in Edinburg. The unique cook off will take place at
the Edinburg Municipal Park on 714 Raul Longoria on July 6th and 7th. There will
be live music, entertainment, food, drinks, fun and of course BBQ! Texas Cook’em
is currently accepting cooking entry applications. Entries are $75 each or $200
for all 4 entries that includes sirloin steak, ½ chicken, pork spare ribs and
brisket. Over $15,000 will be awarded. Last year we had over 65 entries from all
across Texas, and spaces filled up quickly; call 956-383-4974 to register NOW!
The Texas Cook’em is sanctioned by the International Barbeque Cookers
Association (IBCA) and is organized by the City of Edinburg, the Edinburg
Chamber of Commerce and the Edinburg Economic Development Corporation. We are
thrilled about this year’s festivities and we ensure that the 2nd annual will
beat its predecessor, so start gathering recipes and get ready to fire up your
grill for another awesome cook off! http://www.edinburg.com
Location: Edinburg Municipal Park; 714 S Raul Longoria; Edinburg, TX
Friday July 6, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Tejas RC Association Remind Me about this Event Tell
a Friend
Contact: Children's Department 956-688-3322 ksolis@mcallen.net
What child hasn’t looked up into the sky and wished that he or she could fly?
Join us at Palm View Branch Library where we will be visited by the Tejas RC
Association, a radio-controlled airplane organization dedicated to educating the
public about this fascinating hobby. They will show us their radio-controlled
aircraft and maybe even demonstrate how to fly one. Don’t miss out on all the
high-flying fun. Soar into the air with us on Friday, July 6, 2007, at 2 p.m.
And remember…the programs are always free at Palm View Branch Library. For more
information, contact the Children’s Department at 956-688-3322.
Location: Palm View Branch Library; 3401 Jordan; McAllen, TX
misc_none 7:00 PM Raza Ware by Julian R. Rodriguez Remind Me about this Event
Tell a Friend
Contact: Julian R. Rodriguez 956-358-1553 JulianRRodz@aol.com
Join Julian R. Rodriguez for the "Summer Heat Series", first Fridays during the
summer at his "!Mi Taller! Pottery Studio at 400 N. Conway Avenue in Mission.
June 1: The Life Portraits by Claudia Berenice Garza
July 6: Raza Ware by Julian R. Rodriguez
August 3: Valley Heat: a group exhibition.
Location: Mi Taller Pottery Studio; 400 N Conway Ave; Mission, TX
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Saturday July 7, 2007 - Sunday August 26, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none Art To Grow Exhibition Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Renata Lara-Ali 956-542-0941 info@brownsvillemfa.org
Children's Arts & Crafts exhibition at the Brownsville Museum of Fine Art (660
E. Ringgold St. Brownsville. 542-0941). July 7 – August 26, 2007 in the
children's gallery.
Reception, Saturday July 7 at 4 pm. http://www.brownsvillemfa.org/
Location: Brownsville Museum of Fine Arts; 660 E. Ringgold; Brownsville, TX
misc_none The Splendor of Eastern Europe: Photographs by Fred Ragland Remind Me
about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Renata Lara-Ali 542-0941 info@brownsvillemfa.org
Photography exhibition at the Brownsville Museum of Fine Art (660 E. Ringgold
St. Brownsville. 542-0941). July 7 – August 26, 2007 in the main gallery.
Reception, Saturday July 7 at 4 pm.
http://www.brownsvillemfa.org/
Location: Brownsville Museum of Fine Arts; 660 E. Ringgold; Brownsville, TX
Saturday July 7, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none Weather Quest Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Children's Museum of Brownsville 956-548-9300 asanchez@cmofbrownsville.com
Saturday, July 7th ? the Children's Museum of Brownsville is proud to hold the
second annual Weather Quest, sponsored by KRGV TV Channel 5 & Weather Science
Academy, will bring in media displays, presentations, hands?on activities,
exhibits, storm chasers, meteorologists, first responders and featured speakers.
http://www.cmofbrownsville.com
Location: Children's Museum of Brownsville, 501 Ringgold Street #5 Dean Porter
Park; Brownsville, TX
misc_none 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM 2007/2008 Dragon Valley Renaissance Faire
Orientation for Cast and Crew Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Dragon Valley Renaissance Faire 956-230-0983 dvrf@borderrealminc.com
Make history your stage! Participate in a Rio Grande Valley renaissance faire!
ORIENTATION FOR CAST AND CREW
of the 2007/2008 Dragon Valley Renaissance Faire
Saturday, July 7, 2007 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday, July 8, 2007 noon to 4 p.m.
609 S. Lewis Lane, Harlingen
(3rd building on left after intersection of Exp. 83 and Lewis Lane)
Dress: Casual- costume/garb not required
Bring: pen/pencil and paper
Talent: Not required
Dragon Valley Renaissance Faire
P. O. Box 533944, Harlingen, Texas 78553
Office 956-230-0983
Email: dvrf@borderrealminc.com
Web Site: http://borderrealminc.com
http://borderrealminc.com
Location: Harlingen, TX
misc_none 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM Auditions for Uncool Webshow Remind Me about this
Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Christopher Carmona 956-854-1717 films@didk.com
Auditions for Uncool: Joe Cool Mysteries
Episode 2: Joe Cool and the Confidence Man
In this episode, a man is dead at an illegal poker game and everyone at the game
is suspect. The victim is the son of the infamous druglord, the Milkman. Moses
the pimp is caught in the middle of this murder and Joe Cool is the only one
that can save him.
We are looking for men and women 18+. Auditions will be cold readings from the
script.
We will be holding auditions on Saturday, July 7th from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM at
Coffeezone
1108 S McColl Rd
Edinburg, TX
For more information, contact DIDK Productions at 956.854.1717 or email us at
films@didk.com. didk.com
Location: Coffeezone; 1108 S McColl Rd; Edinburg, TX
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misc_none 2:00 PM Reel Family Time Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Audrey Hazlett 968-9142 ahazlett@weslacotx.gov
Weslaco Museum Presents
Reel Family Time
Come into the cool for a Family Film from the past, they will make you smile.
Every Saturday at 2 pm, starting June 16th through July 14th at the Weslaco
Public Library Auditorium. Tickets 50¢ at the door. Children must be accompanied
by an adult and adults should bring their inner child.
Location: Weslaco Public Library Auditorium; 525 S Kansas Ave; Weslaco, TX
misc_none 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM Movies in the Park Remind Me about this Event Tell
a Friend
Contact: Erica De Leon 956-688-3333 edeleon@mcallen.net
Every Saturday evening in Archer Park during June and July there will be a free
movie classic for you and your family to enjoy. This week's feature is The Game
of Their Lives.
Pack your picnic basket, some blankets, and bring out the whole family for some
big screen favorites. All features start at dusk.
Admission is FREE!
McAllen Parks and Recreation Web Site
Location: Archer Park; 100 N Main; McAllen, TX
Sunday July 8, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 2007/2008 Dragon Valley Renaissance Faire
Orientation for Cast and Crew Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Dragon Valley Renaissance Faire 956-230-0983 dvrf@borderrealminc.com
Make history your stage! Participate in a Rio Grande Valley renaissance faire!
ORIENTATION FOR CAST AND CREW
of the 2007/2008 Dragon Valley Renaissance Faire
Saturday, July 7, 2007 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday, July 8, 2007 noon to 4 p.m.
609 S. Lewis Lane, Harlingen
(3rd building on left after intersection of Exp. 83 and Lewis Lane)
Dress: Casual- costume/garb not required
Bring: pen/pencil and paper
Talent: Not required
Dragon Valley Renaissance Faire
P. O. Box 533944, Harlingen, Texas 78553
Office 956-230-0983
Email: dvrf@borderrealminc.com
Web Site: http://borderrealminc.com
http://borderrealminc.com
Location: Harlingen, TX
misc_none 3:00 PM SummerFest Recital at UTPA Remind Me about this Event Tell a
Friend
Contact: Cindy Cripps 956-381-3471 ccripps@utpa.edu
There is no admission charge for any of the SummerFest Recitals at UTPA.
Summer Session I recitals run June 8 - July 9, 2007.
Sunday – July 8 – 3 pm - UTPA Faculty Flute Recital - Dr. Malcom J. Coleman
http://www.utpa.edu/dept/music/events.htm
Location: The University of Texas - Pan American; Fine Arts Complex (FAC) Room
103; Edinburg, TX
Monday July 9, 2007 - Friday July 27, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none Dance Conservatory of McAllen Summer Workshops Remind Me about this
Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Dance Conservatory of McAllen 956-682-7417 danceconservatoryofmcallen@yahoo.com
Dance Conservatory of McAllen located at: 4320 North Bicentennial, McAllen,
Texas is having some Great Summer Workshops for adults and children.
The summer workshops will run in two three-week sessions. The first session will
be June 4 thru June 22. The second session will be July 9 thru July 27. There
will be in-studio preformances on July 28 and July 29.
Beginner students through Level 3
Workshop hours are 9:00 am - 12:00 noon.
Students may be dropped off at 7:30 am at the studio and must be picked up by
1:00 pm. Classes will include ballet, tap, jazz, folklorico, tumbling and
repertoire. Cost per session for this workshop is $225.00 and must be paid in
full by the first day of classes for each session. Regular tution fees apply for
students wishing to take specific classes. The drop-in rate is $10.00 per hour.
Level 4 students through Level 5
Workshop hours are 9:00 am - 4:00 pm with a lunch break.
Students may be dropped off at 7:30 am. Classes will include ballet, partnering,
point, men's technique, tap, jazz,f lamenco, acting, condition, and repertoire.
Cost per session for this workshop is $450.00 and must be paid in full by the
first day of classes for each session. Regular tution fees apply for students
wishing to take specific classes. The drop-in rate is $10.00 per hour.
Evening classes
Classes in Ballroom, Belly Dance and Flamenco will be held Monday through
Thursday evenings. Please call 956-682-7417. or e-mail us at
danceconservatoryofmcallen@yahoo.com
Location: Dance Conservatory of McAllen; 4320 N Bicentennial; McAllen, TX 78501
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Monday July 9, 2007 - Friday July 13, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM Theatre Workshop (Ages 13-18) Remind Me about this
Event Tell a Friend
Contact: McAllen Creative Incubator 956-687-2787 mca2incubator@sbcglobal.net
For those who want to hit the big time, this week long drama program offers
young people new to acting the opportunity to work with theater practitioners
who have up to date experience of working in the Performing Arts Industry. This
exciting and richly rewarding program offers a wealth of insight into the world
of theater for those who may have little experience, but wish to pursue a career
in performing arts.
This one week program is mainly practical and will be delivered in June, July
and August by a team of highly experienced theater professionals, Pedro Garcia,
Artistic Director for Teatro Nuestra Cultura and David Cid, Managing Director
for Teatro Nuestra Cultura and teaches Theatre Arts for Cathey Middle School in
McAllen. http://mcallenart.com
Location: McAllen Creative Incubator; 1001 S 16th St; McAllen, TX
misc_none 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Jammin' Jungle Camp Remind Me about this Event Tell
a Friend
Contact: UTB Music Academy 956-882-7702 Music.Academy@utb.edu
Jammin' Jungle Camp - July 9-13, 2007 from 2-5 pm each day at UT-Brownsville
Students will be using instruments and creating instruments to bring a story
book to life. Topics will cover music reading, rhythm concepts, music games,
contests, and creativity exercises. No musical experience is needed.
Registration is $99 by June 29, 2007. Call 956-882-7702 for more information or
check out our website at http://blue.utb.edu/musicacademy
Location: UTB/TSC Music Academy; Eidman Hall; Brownsville, TX
Monday July 9, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 7:30 PM SummerFest Recital at UTPA Remind Me about this Event Tell a
Friend
Contact: Cindy Cripps 956-381-3471 ccripps@utpa.edu
There is no admission charge for any of the SummerFest Recitals at UTPA.
Summer Session I recitals run June 8 - July 9, 2007.
Monday – July 9 – 7:30 pm - General Recital of Summer Session I
http://www.utpa.edu/dept/music/events.htm
Location: The University of Texas - Pan American; Fine Arts Complex (FAC) Room
103; Edinburg, TX
Tuesday July 10, 2007 - Friday July 20, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Museum of South Texas Language Success Camp (July
10-20) Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Museum of South Texas History 956-383-6911 info@mosthistory.org
After starting successfully its first two summer camps, the Museum of South
Texas History continues by adding its third and final camp Tuesday, July 10,
through Friday, July 20.
The camp at MOSTH in downtown Edinburg teaches children history through various
educational subjects, in connection with Language Success of McAllen. Subjects
being taught are Arts and Crafts, Theatre, Yoga and Music. There also will be
guest speakers and a tour of the historical Museum.
Classes will be held Tuesday-Friday. Payment for children can be made in person
at the Museum. The two-week program costs $185, non-refundable, with a $5
discount for Friends of the Museum. Enrollment is now being accepted.
All camp fees are included in the registration fee. Class availability is on a
first-come, first-serve basis. Limited space is available. Children are required
to bring their own sack lunch and snack.
Second summer camps session begins June 19 through June 29. The classes will be
divided by ages 5-8 and 9-14. Students can be at the Museum to attend classes at
8:30 a.m., and must be picked up by 3:30 p.m.
Children will enjoy the newly expanded Museum of South Texas History in
Edinburg, and learn from Language Success’ experienced and dedicated teachers.
http://www.mosthistory.org
Location: Museum of South Texas History; 121 E McIntyre; Edinburg, TX
Wednesday July 11, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM El Second Weensdee: La Musica y Gente de San Benito
Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Cristina Balli 956-361-3804 x303 cballi@cityofsanbenito.com
Fiesta en San Benito:
5:30 pm Ribbon Cutting of Visitor Information Center and reception
7:00 pm "El Second Weensdee: La Musica y Gente de San Benito"
Free admission to both events.
San Benito Community Building
210 E. Heywood Street, San Benito, TX
"El Second Weensdee: La Musica y Gente de San Benito" featuring songs of San
Benito like "La Reina de San Benito" by Narciso Martinez, "El Corrido de Jacinto
Trevino," "El Troquero," and "The Stonewall Jackson Blues" by Rosa Perez. Local
musicians with strong ties to San Benito will perform these songs, like Los
Patrulleros, Rumbo al Anacua with Rosa & Joe Perez, Carlos Canas and accordion
instructor Juan Lugo and his students. Of course, there will be plenty of Freddy
Fender music, too!
Also featuring "La Gente de San Benito," Hernan Wise, native of the city, has
recorded over 300 "sobrenombres" used in the neighborhoods of the city.
"Sobrenombres" are nicknames popularly given in Mexican tradition, and this
Second Weensdee we will read out some well-known sobrenombres of local
personalities.
July 11 is the Catholic feast day of St. Benedict or San Benito, so the City of
San Benito will celebrate together with the Narciso Martinez Cultural Arts
Center, the San Benito Museums Coalition and the San Benito Chamber of Commerce
to produce this event. The grand opening of the new Visitor Information Center
will be held at 5:30 pm.
Join us in our fiesta!
Location: San Benito Community Building; 210 E. Heywood St; San Benito, TX
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Thursday July 12, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Lecture on the Photography of Fred Ragland Remind Me
about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Renata Lara-Ali 956-542-0941 info@brownsvillemfa.org
Public presentation and Lecture by Fred Ragland on the Exhibition "The Splendor
of Eastern Europe" at the Brownsville Museum of Fine Art (660 E. Ringgold St.
Brownsville. 542-0941). July 12, 2007 at 4 pm at the main gallery. Free
admission to the public. http://www.brownsvillemfa.org/
Location: Brownsville Museum of Fine Arts; 660 E. Ringgold; Brownsville, TX
misc_none 7:00 PM Port Isabel Writers Forum Remind Me about this Event Tell a
Friend
Contact: Rudy H. Garcia 956-433-6515 rudygarcia@pi-isd.net
The Port Isabel Writers Forum that meets the second Thursday of the month at
7:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend and read their own work or they can read
someone else's work. They can also come and listen to some great poetry if they
just want to be an active listener.
The meeting place is at Rio Bravo Gallery, 107 South Tarnava, one block south of
the Lighthouse in Port Isabel.
For more information you can call Rudy H. Garcia 956-433-6515 or Rod Bates
956-943-5747.
Location: Rio Bravo Gallery; 107 S Tarnava; Port Isabel, TX
misc_none 8:00 PM Swallow the Sea concert Remind Me about this Event Tell a
Friend
Contact: Rita Perera or Prisma Beltran 956-687-2787 mca2incubator@sbcglobal.net
"Swallow the Sea" from Denton, TX. The band was kind enough to put McAllen on
its tour and we happily obliged and setup several bands to open for them.
The three bands opening will be Incohero from Mission, TX -- Atoms of Ki from
Mission TX, -- The Neptones also from Mission, TX. All three bands are
completely distinct and play different genres of music.
Doors open at 7:30 pm and the show starts at 8 pm.
Admission: $5 at door.
http://mcallenart.com
Location: McAllen Creative Incubator; 1001 S 16th St; McAllen, TX
Friday July 13, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Junior Ghost Hunting Summer Program at BHC Remind
Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Priscilla Rodriguez 956-541-5560 info@brownsvillehistory.org
The Brownsville Heritage Complex in historic downtown Brownsville, invites
parents to register their children for Junior Ghost Hunting Summer Program. The
one-day program will be presented on Friday, July 13, 2007 from 10 a.m. to 3
p.m. Upon demand, a second session will be offered on Friday, July 20. Lunch
will be provided for participants.
Cost for the program is $20 each participant for members and non-member
participant cost is $30 each. Students may become members of Brownsville
Historical Association for $5 for the year. The Junior Ghost Hunting Summer
Program is open to children between the ages of 8 and 15 years old. Younger
children may participate accompanied by an adult. Space is limited.
During the program, children will explore "things that go bump in the night" as
they join Victor Perez of RGV Paranormal Investigators. He will provide budding
junior ghost hunters with the skills to discover the ghosts who haunt
Brownsville's history.
The Brownsville Historical Association manages The Brownsville Heritage Complex,
located at 1325 E. Washington St. in historic downtown Brownsville.
The Brownsville Heritage Complex includes: The Stillman House Museum, The
Brownsville Heritage Museum, The Aiken Education Center, The Heritage Resource
Center, and the newly opened Children's Heritage and Cultural Learning Center.
Museum hours are Tuesday-Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm. For more information on
Brownsville Heritage Complex exhibitions and programs, please call 956-541-5560
or visit http://www.brownsvillehistory.org
Location: Brownsville Heritage Complex; 1325 E. Washington; Brownsville, TX
misc_none 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Danzar Academy: Flamenco Performance Remind Me about
this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Children's Department 956-688-3322 ksolis@mcallen.net
The Danzar Academy is dancing their way into Palm View Branch Library on Friday,
July 13, 2007, at 2 p.m. They will showcase the art of flamenco, the powerful
but elegant style of dance that originates from Spain. Kids of all ages will be
able to watch a fun, exciting program that may just inspire them to learn
flamenco too! As always, all programs at Palm View Branch Library are free. For
more information, contact the Children’s Department at 956-688-3322.
Location: Palm View Branch Library; 3401 Jordan; McAllen, TX
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Friday July 13, 2007 - Thursday July 19, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM Sail Away With Books Remind Me about this Event Tell
a Friend
Contact: Vanja Moore 956-943-0778
The 2007 Texas Reading Club, “Sail Away With Books!” provides opportunities for
children of all ages to enjoy reading. The purpose of the Texas Reading Club is
to promote reading, stimulate curiosity, and attract children to the library.
The emphasis is on having fun with books, and helping children retain valuable
reading skills during their summer vacations.
The in-house program begins July 3 and runs through July 19. Join us for
Storytime and arts-n-crafts. This self-paced reading program allows children to
participate at their own reading level. A log will be provided to each child to
track the books they read. The program will culminate with a special in-house
program. Our goal is to motivate children in our community to read more this
summer.
When: July 3 – 19, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Where: Port Isabel Public Library, 213 N. Yturria St., Port Isabel, TX
This free program is co-sponsored by the Port Isabel Public Library and Loan
Star Libraries, a division of the Texas State Library and Archives Commission.
For more information about the Texas Reading Club you may contact Vanja Moore at
956-943-0778.
Location: Port Isabel Public Library; 231 N Yturria St; Port Isabel, TX
Friday July 13, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 2:30 PM Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Remind Me about this Event
Tell a Friend
Contact: Harlingen Performing Arts Theatre 956-412-PLAY
Harlingen Performing Arts Theatre, Children's Series presents: "Charlie and the
Chocolate Factory".
Dates are July 13,14, 15 and 20, 21, 22.
Times are 7:00 pm on Friday nights.
Matinees are 2:30 pm both Saturdays and Sundays.
Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for students and children (17 and under).
http://www.hpatonline.com/
Location: Harlingen Performing Arts Theatre; 1209 Fair Park Blvd; Harlingen, TX
misc_none 8:00 PM The Toledo Show from Hollywood, CA Remind Me about this Event
Tell a Friend
Contact: Cine El Rey 956-971-9829 staff@cineelrey.com
The Toledo Show from Hollywood, CA in will be back at Cine El Rey on Friday the
13th!
Tickets: $50 VIP, $35 floor, $25 balcony.
Doors open at 7 pm. Box Office Hours 8 am - 6 pm each day.
Call 956-971-9829 or 956-432-6622 for more information.
http://www.cineelrey.com
Location: Cine El Rey; 311 S 17th; McAllen, TX
misc_none 9:30 PM The Wizard of Oz Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Valerie Bates info@portisabel-texas.com
Museums of Port Isabel will have a Lighthouse Establishment Cinema on Friday,
July 13 at 9:30 pm at the Lighthouse Park. The animated movie “The Wizard of Oz”
will be shown on the side of the Lighthouse. Everyone is welcome to bring their
blankets and folding chairs to this free showing. Hot dogs, soda and popcorn
will be available for sale.
Location: Port Isabel Lighthouse; 421 Queen Isabella Blvd; Port Isabel, TX
Saturday July 14, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 2:00 PM Reel Family Time Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Audrey Hazlett 968-9142 ahazlett@weslacotx.gov
Weslaco Museum Presents
Reel Family Time
Come into the cool for a Family Film from the past, they will make you smile.
Every Saturday at 2 pm, starting June 16th through July 14th at the Weslaco
Public Library Auditorium. Tickets 50¢ at the door. Children must be accompanied
by an adult and adults should bring their inner child.
Location: Weslaco Public Library Auditorium; 525 S Kansas Ave; Weslaco, TX
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misc_none 2:30 PM Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Remind Me about this Event
Tell a Friend
Contact: Harlingen Performing Arts Theatre 956-412-PLAY
Harlingen Performing Arts Theatre, Children's Series presents: "Charlie and the
Chocolate Factory".
Dates are July 13,14, 15 and 20, 21, 22.
Times are 7:00 pm on Friday nights.
Matinees are 2:30 pm both Saturdays and Sundays.
Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for students and children (17 and under).
http://www.hpatonline.com/
Location: Harlingen Performing Arts Theatre; 1209 Fair Park Blvd; Harlingen, TX
misc_none 8:00 PM Del Castillo featuring Chignon with Director Robert Rodriguez
Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Cine El Rey 956-971-9829 staff@cineelrey.com
Del Castillo featuring Chignon with Director Robert Rodriguez will be at Cine El
Rey this special midsummer night!
Tickets: $50 VIP, $35 floor, $25 balcony.
Doors open at 7 pm. Box Office Hours 8 am - 6 pm each day.
Call 956-971-9829 or 956-432-6622 for more information.
http://www.cineelrey.com
Location: Cine El Rey; 311 S 17th; McAllen, TX
misc_none 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM Movies in the Park Remind Me about this Event Tell
a Friend
Contact: Erica De Leon 956-688-3333 edeleon@mcallen.net
Every Saturday evening in Archer Park during June and July there will be a free
movie classic for you and your family to enjoy. This week's feature is Happy
Feet.
Pack your picnic basket, some blankets, and bring out the whole family for some
big screen favorites. All features start at dusk.
Admission is FREE!
McAllen Parks and Recreation Web Site
Location: Archer Park; 100 N Main; McAllen, TX
Sunday July 15, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 7:00 PM Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Remind Me about this Event
Tell a Friend
Contact: Harlingen Performing Arts Theatre 956-412-PLAY
Harlingen Performing Arts Theatre, Children's Series presents: "Charlie and the
Chocolate Factory".
Dates are July 13,14, 15 and 20, 21, 22.
Times are 7:00 pm on Friday nights.
Matinees are 2:30 pm both Saturdays and Sundays.
Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for students and children (17 and under).
http://www.hpatonline.com/
Location: Harlingen Performing Arts Theatre; 1209 Fair Park Blvd; Harlingen, TX
Monday July 16, 2007 - Friday July 20, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Summer Piano Camp Remind Me about this Event Tell a
Friend
Contact: UTB Music Academy 956-882-7702 Music.Academy@utb.edu
Summer Piano Camp - July 16-20, 2007 from 2-5 pm each day at UT-Brownsville.
Students of various levels are encouraged to join our annual piano camp.
Students with little or no experience will recieved trained instruction on piano
basics and technique. Students at the intermediate and early advanced levels
will be challenged by playing ensemble and group songs. Topics will also cover
music reading, rhythm concepts, composer exploration, music games, Theory
Baseball, and creativity exercises.
Registration is $99 by July 6, 2007. Call 956-882-7702 for more information or
check out our website at http://blue.utb.edu/musicacademy
Location: UTB/TSC Music Academy; Eidman Hall; Brownsville, TX
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Tuesday July 17, 2007 - Friday July 20, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM D.I.Y Accessories Class Remind Me about this Event
Tell a Friend
Contact: Rita Perera 956-687-2787 rperera@mcallencvb.com
D.I.Y Accessories Class
D.I.Y. Summer camp by:
Sew Sisters
Learn to sew, make outfits out of old t-shirts, accessories and artsy
photography all summer long with fashion designer/photographer Cristina Nebre.
4 classes, 8 hours of learning how to make accessories for you and all your
friends! Fun for all ages!
Date: July 17-20
Time: 1-3 pm:
Cost:$100.00 per student
Location: McA2 Creative Incubator
1001 S. 16th St.
McAllen, Texas
Private classes also available.
For more information contact Cristina Nebre at 956.534.0648 or Rita Perera at
956.687.2787. http://www.mcallenarts.com
Location: McAllen Creative Incubator; 1001 S 16th St; McAllen, TX
Tuesday July 17, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 8:00 PM Electro Wii Party Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Rita Perera 956-687-2787 rperera@mcallencvb.com
Electro Wii Party
Summer 2007
If you are looking for a day full of excitment and entertainment come join us!
There will be numerous D.J.'s plus game playing on 2 projectors.
Featured D.J.'s: Bosco
Teenage Wolf
Electroluv
Heartbeat
Others t.b.a.
Date: JUNE 16, 2007
JULY 17, 2007
AUGUST 4, 2007
Time: 8 PM- TILL LATE
Admission: $5
b.y.o wii remote= free.
http://www.mcallenart.com
Location: McAllen Creative Incubator; 1001 S 16th St; McAllen, TX
Thursday July 19, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 5:20 PM - 6:30 PM McAllen Arts Council Remind Me about this Event Tell
a Friend
Contact: Juan Carlos Suarez JCSG@aol.com
McAllen Arts Council meets monthly on the third Thursday at McAllen Creative
Incubator. http://todaymcallen.com
Location: McAllen Creative Incubator; 1001 S 16th St; McAllen, TX
Friday July 20, 2007 - Sunday July 22, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none July Masterpieces 2007 (July 20 - 22) Remind Me about this Event Tell
a Friend
Contact: Toni Hudson 956-574-0088 imagenesstudio@yahoo.com
Paseo Plaza and Imagenes Art Studio will be having their quarterly art exhibit,
July Masterpieces, July 20th - 22nd at Paseo Plaza at 1805 E. Ruben Torres Blvd
in Brownsville.
A wine and cheese reception will be held on Friday evening July the 20th at 7
p.m. Please come and meet and mingle with the artists! The exhibit will be open
during regular business hours on Saturday and Sunday.
**This event is Free To The Public**
All artists are encouraged to exhibit with us for a small fee. Please visit our
website at www.imagenesstudio.com to register or call 956-574-0088 for more
information.
Imagenes Art Studio
Location: Paseo Plaza; 1805 E Ruben Torres Blvd; Brownsville, TX
Friday July 20, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Junior Ghost Hunting Summer Program at BHC Remind
Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Priscilla Rodriguez 956-541-5560 info@brownsvillehistory.org
The Brownsville Heritage Complex in historic downtown Brownsville, invites
parents to register their children for Junior Ghost Hunting Summer Program. The
one-day program will be presented on Friday, July 13, 2007 from 10 a.m. to 3
p.m. Upon demand, a second session will be offered on Friday, July 20. Lunch
will be provided for participants.
Cost for the program is $20 each participant for members and non-member
participant cost is $30 each. Students may become members of Brownsville
Historical Association for $5 for the year. The Junior Ghost Hunting Summer
Program is open to children between the ages of 8 and 15 years old. Younger
children may participate accompanied by an adult. Space is limited.
During the program, children will explore "things that go bump in the night" as
they join Victor Perez of RGV Paranormal Investigators. He will provide budding
junior ghost hunters with the skills to discover the ghosts who haunt
Brownsville's history.
The Brownsville Historical Association manages The Brownsville Heritage Complex,
located at 1325 E. Washington St. in historic downtown Brownsville.
The Brownsville Heritage Complex includes: The Stillman House Museum, The
Brownsville Heritage Museum, The Aiken Education Center, The Heritage Resource
Center, and the newly opened Children's Heritage and Cultural Learning Center.
Museum hours are Tuesday-Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm. For more information on
Brownsville Heritage Complex exhibitions and programs, please call 956-541-5560
or visit http://www.brownsvillehistory.org
Location: Brownsville Heritage Complex; 1325 E. Washington; Brownsville, TX
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misc_none 2:30 PM Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Remind Me about this Event
Tell a Friend
Contact: Harlingen Performing Arts Theatre 956-412-PLAY
Harlingen Performing Arts Theatre, Children's Series presents: "Charlie and the
Chocolate Factory".
Dates are July 13,14, 15 and 20, 21, 22.
Times are 7:00 pm on Friday nights.
Matinees are 2:30 pm both Saturdays and Sundays.
Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for students and children (17 and under).
http://www.hpatonline.com/
Location: Harlingen Performing Arts Theatre; 1209 Fair Park Blvd; Harlingen, TX
misc_none 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM Blueseum Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Patricia Morales 956-216-4901 pmorales@myharlingen.us
Aching for the Blues?
In cooperation with Chris Maley, station manager of KMBH Public Radio 88.9, the
Harlingen Arts and Heritage Museum will be hosting a blues concert, featuring
award winning American blues legend Texas Johnny Brown.
The BLUESEUM will be held from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm, starting with Big Brucey and
the Maxtones as the opening act.
A raffle will be held the night of the concert, with an autographed guitar
signed by Johnny Brown as the prize.
Food and drinks will be available for purchase and a limited amount of T-shirts
will be sold.
Admission is $20 and tickets can be purchased at the Harlingen Arts and Heritage
Museum, The Harlingen Chamber of Commerce, The Harlingen Hispanic Chamber of
Commerce or from any Museum Association Board Member.
Concert will benefit the restoration of the Harlingen Arts and Heritage
Historical Museum and Historical homes.
Put this one on your calendar folks, this is one night you won’t want to miss!
Location: Harlingen Arts and Heritage Museum
2425 Boxwood
Harlingen, TX 78550
(Across from TSTC on Loop 499)
Location: Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum; 2425 Boxwood St; Harlingen, TX
Saturday July 21, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 2:00 PM History of the Gladys Porter Zoo book signing and presentation
with author Carl Chilton Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Priscilla Rodriguez 956-541-5560 info@brownsvillehistory.org
The Brownsville Heritage Complex in historic downtown Brownsville, invites the
public to a book signing and presentation on the "History of the Gladys Porter
Zoo" with author Carl Chilton on Saturday, July 21, 2007 at 2 p.m. The event is
free to the public and will be held inside the Brownsville Heritage Museum.
The book tells the story of how a first-class zoo came to be located at the
Southern tip of Texas. A reception and book signing follows the presentation.
Proceeds of the book sales benefit the Gladys Porter Zoo.
The Brownsville Historical Association manages The Brownsville Heritage Complex,
located at 1325 E. Washington St. in historic downtown Brownsville.
The Brownsville Heritage Complex includes: The Stillman House Museum, The
Brownsville Heritage Museum, The Aiken Education Center, and The Heritage
Resource Center.
The Association will open the Old City Cemetery Center located on 6th Street in
October 2007.
Museum hours are Tuesday-Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm. For more information on
BHA exhibitions and programs, please call 956-541-5560 or visit
http://www.brownsvillehistory.org
Location: Brownsville Heritage Complex; 1325 E. Washington; Brownsville, TX
misc_none 2:30 PM Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Remind Me about this Event
Tell a Friend
Contact: Harlingen Performing Arts Theatre 956-412-PLAY
Harlingen Performing Arts Theatre, Children's Series presents: "Charlie and the
Chocolate Factory".
Dates are July 13,14, 15 and 20, 21, 22.
Times are 7:00 pm on Friday nights.
Matinees are 2:30 pm both Saturdays and Sundays.
Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for students and children (17 and under).
http://www.hpatonline.com/
Location: Harlingen Performing Arts Theatre; 1209 Fair Park Blvd; Harlingen, TX
misc_none 8:00 PM Black Satin Burlesque Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Cine El Rey 956-971-9829
Black Satin Burlesque returns for another performance at Cine El Rey!
Tickets: $50 VIP, $35 floor, $25 balcony.
Doors open at 7 pm. Box Office Hours 8 am - 6 pm each day.
Call 956-971-9829 or 956-432-6622 for more information.
http://www.cineelrey.com
Location: Cine El Rey; 311 S 17th; McAllen, TX
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misc_none 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM Movies in the Park Remind Me about this Event Tell
a Friend
Contact: Erica De Leon 956-688-3333 edeleon@mcallen.net
Every Saturday evening in Archer Park during June and July there will be a free
movie classic for you and your family to enjoy. This week's feature is Elf.
Pack your picnic basket, some blankets, and bring out the whole family for some
big screen favorites. All features start at dusk.
Admission is FREE!
McAllen Parks and Recreation Web Site
Location: Archer Park; 100 N Main; McAllen, TX
Sunday July 22, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 7:00 PM Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Remind Me about this Event
Tell a Friend
Contact: Harlingen Performing Arts Theatre 956-412-PLAY
Harlingen Performing Arts Theatre, Children's Series presents: "Charlie and the
Chocolate Factory".
Dates are July 13,14, 15 and 20, 21, 22.
Times are 7:00 pm on Friday nights.
Matinees are 2:30 pm both Saturdays and Sundays.
Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for students and children (17 and under).
http://www.hpatonline.com/
Location: Harlingen Performing Arts Theatre; 1209 Fair Park Blvd; Harlingen, TX
Monday July 23, 2007 - Friday July 27, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Summer Guitar Camp Remind Me about this Event Tell a
Friend
Contact: UTB Music Academy 956-882-7702 Music.Academy@utb.edu
Summer Guitar Camp - July 23-27, 2007 from 2-5 pm each day at UT-Brownsville.
Students of various levels are enouraged to join our annual guitar camp.
Students with little or no experience will learn basics on the guitar in note
reading, chord playing and technique. Intermediate level students will be
playing ensembles at a more challenging level. Topics will also cover music
reading, rhythm concepts, music games, composer and music history exploration,
and theory games.
Registration is $99 by July 13, 2007. Call 956-882-7702 for more information or
check out our website at http://blue.utb.edu/musicacademy
Location: UTB/TSC Music Academy; Eidman Hall; Brownsville, TX
Friday July 27, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 9:30 PM The Bugs Bunny/Road Runner Movie - The Great American Chase
Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Valerie Bates info@portisabel-texas.com
Museums of Port Isabel will have a Lighthouse Establishment Cinema on Friday,
July 27 at 9:30 pm at the Lighthouse Park. The animated movie “The Bugs
Bunny/Road Runner Movie - The Great American Chase” will be shown on the side of
the Lighthouse. Everyone is welcome to bring their blankets and folding chairs
to this free showing. Hot dogs, soda and popcorn will be available for sale.
Location: Port Isabel Lighthouse; 421 Queen Isabella Blvd; Port Isabel, TX
Saturday July 28, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Free Saturdays at Edinburg World Birding Center
Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Edinburg Scenic Wetlands & World Birding Center 956-381-9922
Have you ever wanted to visit the Edinburg World Birding Center, but never got
around to it? Well, now is the perfect time. During the summer months, the
Edinburg Scenic Wetlands & World Birding Center (EWBC) will open its doors to
the public free of charge on the last Saturday of every month during the summer
from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (May 26, June 30, July 28, & August 25).
In addition, be sure to join the EWBC Naturalist, Assalia Belmares during their
9:30 a.m. Nature Walk and 5:30 p.m. Deck Observation period every Saturday.
The EWBC is one of nine World Birding Center sites located in the Rio Grande
Valley, each with its own unique character. EWBC is a 40-acre site within the
heart of Edinburg, a haven for native wildlife. The grounds include two large
wetlands, a canal, several small ponds, and water features, ideal in attracting
water-loving birds and other wildlife. EWBC also hosts one of the largest
butterfly gardens in the valley, attracting an array of native wildlife.
Visit the interpretive center, a resource of education for the whole family,
Kingfisher Cove Gift Shop, and their friendly, helpful staff! So, what are you
waiting for? Stop by the EWBC and enjoy all that the center has to offer; the
wildlife is waiting!
The Edinburg Scenic Wetlands & World Birding Center is located at 714 Raul
Longoria Rd. (in the Edinburg Municipal Park) in Edinburg, TX. Be sure to visit
our website at www.edinburgwbc.org to get more information about our upcoming
events or call us at (956) 381-9922. http://www.edinburgwbc.org
Location: Edinburg World Birding Center; 714 Raul Longoria; Edinburg, TX
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Saturday July 28, 2007 - Sunday July 29, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 48th Annual Beachcombers Fine Art Show Remind Me
about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Gallery 956-425-4030 forumcontact@harlingenartforum.com
An island tradition and the longest running Fine Art show in Texas is held at
the South Padre Island Convention Centre on South Padre Island. Over 100 artists
of all media will present their works for sale. Produced by the Harlingen Art
Forum this juried show will present local, national and international artists.
Admission donation $3 requested, proceeds go to support the Harlingen Art Forum,
local artists dedicated to Fine Art in the Rio Grande Valley. Visit D'Arte
Centre at 115 E Jackson St in Harlingen or HarlingenArtForum.com to see last
years exhibiting artists and get a sample of this years show. Harlingen Arts
Forum
Location: South Padre Island Convention Center; 7355 Padre Blvd; South Padre
Island, TX
Saturday July 28, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Mujerfest Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Noemi Martinez 956-383-6507 mujerfest@caferevolucion.org
Café Revolución presents
MUJERFEST 2007: This bridge we call home
July 28th
Mercedes Civic Center
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Anyone can help plan, help w/ child care, food preparation,
organize, donate to our raffle or be a sponsor.
WOMEN: Send us your ideas if you’d like to form a committee, lead a workshop, a
taller or class, perform your music or poetry, sell your stuff, show a film or
your artwork, to collaborate, media …
Contact the organizers:
Noemi Martinez at mujerfest@caferevolucion.org
Lina Suarez at suapri@yahoo.com
Esther Martinez at stargrrrl321@yahoo.com
Caferevolucion.org
"I change myself, I change the world." - Gloria Anzaldua Cafe Revolucion present
Mujerfest 2007
Location: Mercedes Civic Center' 530 E 2nd St; Mercedes, TX
misc_none 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Shades of History Walking Tour of the Brownsville
Historic City Cemetery Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Priscilla Rodriguez 956-541-5560 info@brownsvillehistory.org
History and the unexplained collide for a series of walking tours titled "Shades
of History" offered by the Brownsville Historical Association. On Saturday, July
28 at 6:30 p.m., the public is invited to explore the haunted history of
Brownsville with RGV Paranormal Investigator Victor Perez. Perez will guide
participants on a walking tour of the Historic City Cemetery on Madison.
Additional historical information and context will be provided by BHA Public
Programming Coordinator Ramiro Rodriguez.
The tour is limited to 15 people, and participants must be 18 and over. Advanced
reservations and payment are required. Cost is $10 per person.
Perez has conducted paranormal investigations in historic places across the Rio
Grande Valley for more than seven years. He and other members of RGV Paranormal
Investigators have been featured in a segments on KGBT Channel 4 and in the
booklet produced by UTB students and faculty titled "The Ghosts of Fort Brown."
In addition, Perez will conduct a tour of Fort Brown on Saturday, September 29,
6:30 p.m.
For more information please call 956-541-5560 or email info@brownsvillehistory.
http://www.brownsvillehistory.org
Location: Brownsville Heritage Complex; 1325 E. Washington; Brownsville, TX
misc_none 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM Movies in the Park Remind Me about this Event Tell
a Friend
Contact: Erica De Leon 956-688-3333 edeleon@mcallen.net
Every Saturday evening in Archer Park during June and July there will be a free
movie classic for you and your family to enjoy. This week's feature is Akeelah
and the Bee.
Pack your picnic basket, some blankets, and bring out the whole family for some
big screen favorites. All features start at dusk.
Admission is FREE!
McAllen Parks and Recreation Web Site
Location: Archer Park; 100 N Main; McAllen, TX
Sunday July 29, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Journey To San Jacinto Book-signing with Melodie A.
Cuate Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Museum of South Texas History 956-383-6911 mtijerina@mosthistory.org
April 29,2007 ( 2 – 4 pm )
Journey To San Jacinto
With author Melodie A. Cuate
Talk, presentation, and book signing
http://www.mosthistory.org
Location: Museum of South Texas History; 121 E McIntyre; Edinburg, TX
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Monday July 30, 2007 - Friday August 3, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Digital Photography Class Remind Me about this Event
Tell a Friend
Contact: Rita Perera 956-687-2787 rperera@mcallencvb.com
Digital Photography Class
D.I.Y. Summer camp by:
Sew Sisters
Learn to sew, make outfits out of old t-shirts, accessories and artsy
photography all summer long with fashion designer/photographer Cristina Nebre.
4 classes, 8 hours of learning how to take amazing pictures with your digital
camera! Fun for all ages!
Date: July 30-Aug. 3
Time: 1-3 pm
Cost:$100.00 per student
Location: McA2 Creative Incubator
1001 S. 16th St.
McAllen, Texas
Private classes also available.
For more information contact Cristina Nebre at 956.534.0648 or Rita Perera at
956.687.2787. http://www.mcallenarts.com
Location: McAllen Creative Incubator; 1001 S 16th St; McAllen, TX
Friday August 3, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Amazing Insects Puppet Show Remind Me about this
Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Edinburg Scenic Wetlands & World Birding Center 956-381-9922
info@edinburgwbc.com
Children of all ages are encouraged to come discover amazing insects at the
Edinburg Scenic Wetlands & World Birding Center (EWBC). Parents, bring your
little ones to the “Amazing Insects” puppet show starring Maria Monarch and her
pals. Youngsters will learn all about insects and their special adaptations.
After the puppet show, join the EWBC staff for an insect nature walk around the
center where children can discover the many beautiful butterflies, dragonflies,
bugs and beetles at the EWBC.
Please remember to always dress for the weather. Don’t forget bug spray,
sunscreen, and your walking shoes!
The fee is $1.00 per child or senior and $ 2.00 for adults.
No reservations are required for this program. For more information please call
(956) 381-9922. The Edinburg Scenic Wetlands & World Birding Center is located
at 714 Raul Longoria (in the Edinburg Municipal Park) in Edinburg, TX. You may
now visit our website at www.edinburgwbc.org to get more information about our
upcoming events. http://www.edinburgwbc.org
Location: Edinburg World Birding Center; 714 Raul Longoria; Edinburg, TX
misc_none 7:00 PM Valley Heat: a Group Exhibition Remind Me about this Event
Tell a Friend
Contact: Julian R. Rodriguez 956-358-1553 JulianRRodz@aol.com
Join Julian R. Rodriguez for the "Summer Heat Series", first Fridays during the
summer at his "!Mi Taller! Pottery Studio at 400 N. Conway Avenue in Mission.
June 1: The Life Portraits by Claudia Berenice Garza
July 6: Raza Ware by Julian R. Rodriguez
August 3: Valley Heat: a group exhibition.
Location: Mi Taller Pottery Studio; 400 N Conway Ave; Mission, TX
Saturday August 4, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 8:00 PM Electro Wii Party Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Rita Perera 956-687-2787 rperera@mcallencvb.com
Electro Wii Party
Summer 2007
If you are looking for a day full of excitment and entertainment come join us!
There will be numerous D.J.'s plus game playing on 2 projectors.
Featured D.J.'s: Bosco
Teenage Wolf
Electroluv
Heartbeat
Others t.b.a.
Date: JUNE 16, 2007
JULY 17, 2007
AUGUST 4, 2007
Time: 8 PM- TILL LATE
Admission: $5
b.y.o wii remote= free.
http://www.mcallenart.com
Location: McAllen Creative Incubator; 1001 S 16th St; McAllen, TX
Sunday August 5, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM Wedding Fair 2007 Remind Me about this Event Tell a
Friend
Contact: Maureen Caballero 1-888-828-1314 info@weddingfairevents.com
This will be the Rio Grande Valley’s largest bridal event of the year! Wedding
Fair 2007 is truly a one-stop shopping spectacular for the bride and groom.
Vendors from fashion and photography to food, flowers, music, dancers, and fun
will all be on hand to help create an unforgettable event. There will be fashion
shows for viewing as well as food and cake sampling. Couples can also register
for thousands of dollars in door prizes, as well as one of three grand prize
honeymoon accommodation packages.
Couples, don't miss your opportunity to be a part of Wedding Fair 2007, Sunday,
August 5th, Noon-6PM, at the new McAllen Convention Center! Admission is just
$10.00. For more information call 1-888-828-1314 or visit
http://www.weddingfairevents.com
Location: McAllen Convention Center; 700 Convention Center Blvd; McAllen, TX
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Monday August 6, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 7:45 PM - 9:00 PM Story Swap Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Becky Martinez 956-464-2129 blorfeldm@yahoo.com
Rio Grande Valley Storytellers Guild members swap stories and learn about the
art of Story Swap. Come and join us at Barnes and Nobles for our 1st Mondays
monthly Story Swap.
We welcome active storytellers and those who just want to listen. Short business
meeting starts at 7:00 pm. Story Swap starts at 7:45 pm.
RGV storytellers
Location: Barnes & Noble; 4005 N. 10th St; McAllen, TX
Tuesday August 7, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM NMCAC Writers’ Forum Remind Me about this Event Tell
a Friend
Contact: Eugene Novogrodsky 956-548-1926 generuthnovo@earthlink.net
NMCAC Writers’ Forum is now in its 7th year and meets monthly on First Tuesdays
at 7 to 9 p.m. in the Narciso Martinez Cultural Arts Center in San Benito.
Readers/performers in Spanish or English, get 10 or so minutes at each meeting.
Contact Eugene Novogrodsky at 956-548-1926 or Beto Conde at 956-350-3905 if you
need more information.
Location: Narciso Martinez Cultural Arts Center; 225 E Stenger; San Benito, TX
Thursday August 9, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 7:00 PM Port Isabel Writers Forum Remind Me about this Event Tell a
Friend
Contact: Rudy H. Garcia 956-433-6515 rudygarcia@pi-isd.net
The Port Isabel Writers Forum that meets the second Thursday of the month at
7:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend and read their own work or they can read
someone else's work. They can also come and listen to some great poetry if they
just want to be an active listener.
The meeting place is at Rio Bravo Gallery, 107 South Tarnava, one block south of
the Lighthouse in Port Isabel.
For more information you can call Rudy H. Garcia 956-433-6515 or Rod Bates
956-943-5747.
Location: Rio Bravo Gallery; 107 S Tarnava; Port Isabel, TX
Friday August 10, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 9:30 PM Shrek 2 Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Valerie Bates info@portisabel-texas.com
Museums of Port Isabel will have a Lighthouse Establishment Cinema on Friday,
August 10 at 9:30 pm at the Lighthouse Park. The animated movie “Shrek 2” will
be shown on the side of the Lighthouse. Everyone is welcome to bring their
blankets and folding chairs to this free showing. Hot dogs, soda and popcorn
will be available for sale.
Location: Port Isabel Lighthouse; 421 Queen Isabella Blvd; Port Isabel, TX
Monday August 13, 2007 - Friday August 17, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM Theatre Workshop (Ages 7-12) Remind Me about this
Event Tell a Friend
Contact: McAllen Creative Incubator 956-687-2787 mca2incubator@sbcglobal.net
For those who want to hit the big time, this week long drama program offers
young people new to acting the opportunity to work with theater practitioners
who have up to date experience of working in the Performing Arts Industry. This
exciting and richly rewarding program offers a wealth of insight into the world
of theater for those who may have little experience, but wish to pursue a career
in performing arts.
This one week program is mainly practical and will be delivered in June, July
and August by a team of highly experienced theater professionals, Pedro Garcia,
Artistic Director for Teatro Nuestra Cultura and David Cid, Managing Director
for Teatro Nuestra Cultura and teaches Theatre Arts for Cathey Middle School in
McAllen. http://mcallenart.com
Location: McAllen Creative Incubator; 1001 S 16th St; McAllen, TX
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Friday August 17, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Kim Snyder Johnson's one woman art show Remind Me
about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Kim Snyder Johnson ksnyderjohnson@hotmail.com
More details later....
Location: McAllen Creative Incubator; 1001 S 16th St; McAllen, TX
Saturday August 18, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Blues on the Hill Remind Me about this Event Tell a
Friend
Contact: Harlingen Parks & Recreation 956-427-8870
Blues on the Hill for August 8th features blues music performed by John Nemeth
and Special Guests.
Lawn chairs and beach towels are welcome. No outside beverages please. Food and
Drinks will be available on site. Sponsored by Parks & Recreation Dept.
Cost: Free. http://www.johnnemethblues.com/
Location: McKelvey Park; 1325 S 77 SunShine Strip; Harlingen, TX
Saturday August 25, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Free Saturdays at Edinburg World Birding Center
Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Edinburg Scenic Wetlands & World Birding Center 956-381-9922
Have you ever wanted to visit the Edinburg World Birding Center, but never got
around to it? Well, now is the perfect time. During the summer months, the
Edinburg Scenic Wetlands & World Birding Center (EWBC) will open its doors to
the public free of charge on the last Saturday of every month during the summer
from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (May 26, June 30, July 28, & August 25).
In addition, be sure to join the EWBC Naturalist, Assalia Belmares during their
9:30 a.m. Nature Walk and 5:30 p.m. Deck Observation period every Saturday.
The EWBC is one of nine World Birding Center sites located in the Rio Grande
Valley, each with its own unique character. EWBC is a 40-acre site within the
heart of Edinburg, a haven for native wildlife. The grounds include two large
wetlands, a canal, several small ponds, and water features, ideal in attracting
water-loving birds and other wildlife. EWBC also hosts one of the largest
butterfly gardens in the valley, attracting an array of native wildlife.
Visit the interpretive center, a resource of education for the whole family,
Kingfisher Cove Gift Shop, and their friendly, helpful staff! So, what are you
waiting for? Stop by the EWBC and enjoy all that the center has to offer; the
wildlife is waiting!
The Edinburg Scenic Wetlands & World Birding Center is located at 714 Raul
Longoria Rd. (in the Edinburg Municipal Park) in Edinburg, TX. Be sure to visit
our website at www.edinburgwbc.org to get more information about our upcoming
events or call us at (956) 381-9922. http://www.edinburgwbc.org
Location: Edinburg World Birding Center; 714 Raul Longoria; Edinburg, TX
Monday September 3, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 7:45 PM - 9:00 PM Story Swap Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Becky Martinez 956-464-2129 blorfeldm@yahoo.com
Rio Grande Valley Storytellers Guild members swap stories and learn about the
art of Story Swap. Come and join us at Barnes and Nobles for our 1st Mondays
monthly Story Swap.
We welcome active storytellers and those who just want to listen. Short business
meeting starts at 7:00 pm. Story Swap starts at 7:45 pm.
RGV storytellers
Location: Barnes & Noble; 4005 N. 10th St; McAllen, TX
Tuesday September 4, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM NMCAC Writers’ Forum Remind Me about this Event Tell
a Friend
Contact: Eugene Novogrodsky 956-548-1926 generuthnovo@earthlink.net
NMCAC Writers’ Forum is now in its 7th year and meets monthly on First Tuesdays
at 7 to 9 p.m. in the Narciso Martinez Cultural Arts Center in San Benito.
Readers/performers in Spanish or English, get 10 or so minutes at each meeting.
Contact Eugene Novogrodsky at 956-548-1926 or Beto Conde at 956-350-3905 if you
need more information.
Location: Narciso Martinez Cultural Arts Center; 225 E Stenger; San Benito, TX
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Friday September 7, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 8:00 PM Arturo Sandoval Concert Remind Me about this Event Tell a
Friend
Contact: Fort Brown Memorial Center 956-882-7945 mtorres@hp.utbtsc.edu
The University of Texas at Brownsville and Texas Southmost College Arts and
Entertainment Series invites the public to the its 2007 season performances.
Arturo Sandoval’s professional career began when he became a member of a Cuban
Orchestra in his hometown. He continued his career and became a member of the
Cuban Orchestra of Modern Music and later was a founding member of the Grammy
Award winning group, Irakere, whose explosive mixture of jazz, classical, rock
and traditional Cuban music caused a sensation through-out the entertainment
world. He left to form his own band, which garnered enthusiastic praise from
critics and audiences all over Europe and Latin America.
Sandoval performed with the acclaimed Dizzy Gillespie United Nations Orchestra.
He has performed with Celine Dione at the Oscars, John Williams at the Boston
Pops, and in the Super bowl with Tony Bennett and Patti Labelle. He has also
proudly performed at the White House for every Presidential Administration since
his arrival to the United States.
Reserve your tickets by calling (956) 882-7945.
http://www.utbtsc.edu/jacobbrown/ae/
Location: Jacob Brown Auditorium; 600 International Blvd; Brownsville, TX
Thursday September 13, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 7:00 PM Port Isabel Writers Forum Remind Me about this Event Tell a
Friend
Contact: Rudy H. Garcia 956-433-6515 rudygarcia@pi-isd.net
The Port Isabel Writers Forum that meets the second Thursday of the month at
7:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend and read their own work or they can read
someone else's work. They can also come and listen to some great poetry if they
just want to be an active listener.
The meeting place is at Rio Bravo Gallery, 107 South Tarnava, one block south of
the Lighthouse in Port Isabel.
For more information you can call Rudy H. Garcia 956-433-6515 or Rod Bates
956-943-5747.
Location: Rio Bravo Gallery; 107 S Tarnava; Port Isabel, TX
Wednesday September 19, 2007 - Sunday October 14, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none BISD Faculty Exhibition Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Renata Lara-Ali 946-542-0941 info@brownsvillemfa.org
September 19 – October 14 – Brownsville Museum of Fine Art presents a
Brownsville Independent School District Faculty Art Exhibition.
Reception: Wednesday, September 19, 2007 at 6 pm. (660 E. Ringgold St.
Brownsville. 542-0941)
http://www.brownsvillemfa.org
Location: Brownsville Museum of Fine Arts; 660 E. Ringgold; Brownsville, TX
Saturday September 29, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Shades of History Walking Tour of the Brownsville
Historic City Cemetery Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Priscilla Rodriguez 956-541-5560 info@brownsvillehistory.org
History and the unexplained collide for a series of walking tours titled "Shades
of History" offered by the Brownsville Historical Association. On Saturday, July
28 at 6:30 p.m., the public is invited to explore the haunted history of
Brownsville with RGV Paranormal Investigator Victor Perez. Perez will guide
participants on a walking tour of the Historic City Cemetery on Madison.
Additional historical information and context will be provided by BHA Public
Programming Coordinator Ramiro Rodriguez.
The tour is limited to 15 people, and participants must be 18 and over. Advanced
reservations and payment are required. Cost is $10 per person.
Perez has conducted paranormal investigations in historic places across the Rio
Grande Valley for more than seven years. He and other members of RGV Paranormal
Investigators have been featured in a segments on KGBT Channel 4 and in the
booklet produced by UTB students and faculty titled "The Ghosts of Fort Brown."
In addition, Perez will conduct a tour of Fort Brown on Saturday, September 29,
6:30 p.m.
For more information please call 956-541-5560 or email info@brownsvillehistory.
http://www.brownsvillehistory.org
Location: Brownsville Heritage Complex; 1325 E. Washington; Brownsville, TX
misc_none 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM IMAS Annual Fundraiser Remind Me about this Event
Tell a Friend
Mark your calendars for September 29th for IMAS Annual Fundraiser
Location: International Museum of Art & Science; 1900 Nolana; McAllen, TX
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Monday October 1, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 7:45 PM - 9:00 PM Story Swap Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Becky Martinez 956-464-2129 blorfeldm@yahoo.com
Rio Grande Valley Storytellers Guild members swap stories and learn about the
art of Story Swap. Come and join us at Barnes and Nobles for our 1st Mondays
monthly Story Swap.
We welcome active storytellers and those who just want to listen. Short business
meeting starts at 7:00 pm. Story Swap starts at 7:45 pm.
RGV storytellers
Location: Barnes & Noble; 4005 N. 10th St; McAllen, TX
Tuesday October 2, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM NMCAC Writers’ Forum Remind Me about this Event Tell
a Friend
Contact: Eugene Novogrodsky 956-548-1926 generuthnovo@earthlink.net
NMCAC Writers’ Forum is now in its 7th year and meets monthly on First Tuesdays
at 7 to 9 p.m. in the Narciso Martinez Cultural Arts Center in San Benito.
Readers/performers in Spanish or English, get 10 or so minutes at each meeting.
Contact Eugene Novogrodsky at 956-548-1926 or Beto Conde at 956-350-3905 if you
need more information.
Location: Narciso Martinez Cultural Arts Center; 225 E Stenger; San Benito, TX
Friday October 5, 2007 - Saturday October 6, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 6:00 PM Zoofari Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Gladys Porter Zoo 956) 546-7187
OCTOBER 5 & 6
ZOOFARI '07
Gladys Porter Zoo's biggest fundraiser of the year is Zoofari. The premier
evening (Friday) is the gala event with a live auction and dinner. Zoofari
evening (Saturday) includes a casual bar-b-que, blackboard auction and live
music. Event starts at 6:00 p.m. both evenings. Fee: TBA http://www.gpz.org
Location: Gladys Porter Zoo; 500 Ringold St; Brownsville, TX
Saturday October 6, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM PalmFest International Folklife Celebration Remind
Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Virginia Haynie Gause 956-358-3914 vgause@rgv.rr.com
On October 6 – 7, 2007 McAllen will host the second PalmFest International
Folklife Celebration. The event will be held at McAllen Civic Center on South
Tenth and Interstate 83. It will emphasize the cultural and ethnic diversity of
the Rio Grande Valley of Texas.
The event will have several stages. Organizers are seeking singers and musicians
including blues, bluegrass, conjunto, country, folk, gospel, harmony, jazz,
mariachi, rock, symphonic, and others.
Ethnic folk, ballet, flamenco, folklorico, Indian, salsa, break, and other
dancers are being sought. The Valley has many ethnic groups such as American
Indian, Asian Indian, Argentinean, Black, Brazilian, Cajun, Chilean, Chinese,
Cuban, Czech, Filipino, French, German, Irish, Japanese, Korean, Italian,
Lebanese, Mexican, Middle Eastern, Polish, Peruvian, Portuguese, Scottish,
Scandinavian, Spanish, Russian, Venezuelan and others. Participation by all
these groups and other nationalities residing in the Rio Grande Valley is
desired.
Also cowboy poets, pan de campo makers, trick ropers, storytellers, magicians,
and other acts are on the want list. Folk crafts made from ceramics, cloth,
glass, horsehair, metal, paper, wood and other materials are being sought for
the educational demonstrations and cultural exhibitions.
If your group is interested in performing contact Virginia Haynie Gause by email
at vgause@rgv.rr.com or by telephone at 956-358-3915.
http://www.palmfest.org
Location: McAllen Civic Center; 1300 S 10th St; McAllen, TX
Sunday October 7, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM PalmFest International Folklife Celebration Remind
Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Virginia Haynie Gause 956-358-3914 vgause@rgv.rr.com
On October 6 – 7, 2007 McAllen will host the second PalmFest International
Folklife Celebration. The event will be held at McAllen Civic Center on South
Tenth and Interstate 83. It will emphasize the cultural and ethnic diversity of
the Rio Grande Valley of Texas.
The event will have several stages. Organizers are seeking singers and musicians
including blues, bluegrass, conjunto, country, folk, gospel, harmony, jazz,
mariachi, rock, symphonic, and others.
Ethnic folk, ballet, flamenco, folklorico, Indian, salsa, break, and other
dancers are being sought. The Valley has many ethnic groups such as American
Indian, Asian Indian, Argentinean, Black, Brazilian, Cajun, Chilean, Chinese,
Cuban, Czech, Filipino, French, German, Irish, Japanese, Korean, Italian,
Lebanese, Mexican, Middle Eastern, Polish, Peruvian, Portuguese, Scottish,
Scandinavian, Spanish, Russian, Venezuelan and others. Participation by all
these groups and other nationalities residing in the Rio Grande Valley is
desired.
Also cowboy poets, pan de campo makers, trick ropers, storytellers, magicians,
and other acts are on the want list. Folk crafts made from ceramics, cloth,
glass, horsehair, metal, paper, wood and other materials are being sought for
the educational demonstrations and cultural exhibitions.
If your group is interested in performing contact Virginia Haynie Gause by email
at vgause@rgv.rr.com or by telephone at 956-358-3915.
http://www.palmfest.org
Location: McAllen Civic Center; 1300 S 10th St; McAllen, TX
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Thursday October 11, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 7:00 PM Port Isabel Writers Forum Remind Me about this Event Tell a
Friend
Contact: Rudy H. Garcia 956-433-6515 rudygarcia@pi-isd.net
The Port Isabel Writers Forum that meets the second Thursday of the month at
7:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend and read their own work or they can read
someone else's work. They can also come and listen to some great poetry if they
just want to be an active listener.
The meeting place is at Rio Bravo Gallery, 107 South Tarnava, one block south of
the Lighthouse in Port Isabel.
For more information you can call Rudy H. Garcia 956-433-6515 or Rod Bates
956-943-5747.
Location: Rio Bravo Gallery; 107 S Tarnava; Port Isabel, TX
Saturday October 20, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Texas Conjunto Music Hall of Fame & Museum
Induction Awards Ceremony Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Rey Avila 956-399-0923
You're invited to the home of the Texas Conjunto Music Hall of Fame & Museum
Induction Awards Ceremony. Over the past years, twenty-some conjunto music
pioneers have been inducted into the hall of Fame, and we hope to see the
tradition of recognizing conjunto excellence continue well into the years to
come. The public is invited. Doors open at 6 pm and ceremony is from 7 - 8 pm.
Dance is from 8 pm - 12 am. For info, call Rey Avila at 956-399-0923.
Location: Knights of Columbus Hall; 826 E. Stenger St; San Benito, TX
Friday October 26, 2007 - Saturday October 27, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none Wild in Willacy Boot Fest Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Raymondville Chamber of Commerce 956-689-3171 chamber@granderiver.net
A 2 day festival for all to enjoy. Live music, arts & crafts trade show,
cook-offs, photography contests, poster contest, games, and food booths.
Call the Raymondville Chamber of Commerce for more details (956) 689-3171
http://www.raymondvillechamber.com/
Location: L.E. Franks Tourist Center; 501 S 7th; Raymondville, TX
Friday October 26, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 9:30 PM Monster House Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Valerie Bates info@portisabel-texas.com
Museums of Port Isabel will have a Lighthouse Establishment Cinema on Friday,
October 26 at 9:30 pm at the Lighthouse Park. The animated movie “Monster House”
will be shown on the side of the Lighthouse. Everyone is welcome to bring their
blankets and folding chairs to this free showing. Hot dogs, soda and popcorn
will be available for sale.
Location: Port Isabel Lighthouse; 421 Queen Isabella Blvd; Port Isabel, TX
Saturday October 27, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM Los Colores del Muerto Annual Day of the Dead
Celebration Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Museums of Port Isabel 956-943-4602
October 27, 2007 (Saturday) ~ Los Colores del Muerto Annual Day of the Dead
Celebration.
One of the first and largest Day of the Dead celebrations in the Rio Grande
Valley. There will be historical presentations; art show, altar displays,
Calavera (poem) writing workshops; hands-on Altar making workshops; tours of the
historic Point Isabel cemetery; music; theater, dancers, and Day of the Dead
inspired food and craft booths. Free Admission to the event. 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
956-943-4602.
Location: Museums of Port Isabel; 317 E Railroad Ave; Port Isabel, TX
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Friday November 2, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 8:00 PM Rita Moreno Concert Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Fort Brown Memorial Center 956-882-7945 mtorres@hp.utbtsc.edu
The University of Texas at Brownsville and Texas Southmost College Arts and
Entertainment Series invites the public to the its 2007 season performances.
Rita Moreno is the only female performer to have won all four of the most
prestigious show business awards: the Oscar, the Emmy, the Tony, and the Grammy.
She has, in fact been listed in the Guinness Book of World Records for this
achievement. She earned the Oscar for her performance as Anita in the 1962
motion picture, West Side Story, the two Emmys for her 1977 appearance on The
Muppet Show, and for a dramatic guest appearance on The Rockford Files in 1978.
She won the Tony for her 1975 triumph on Broadway as Googie Gomez in The Ritz,
the Grammy for her 1972 performance on The Electric Company Album for children.
It may be said that Rita Moreno, who has portrayed an Irish teacher, an Italian
widow, a reformed prostitute, a lady evangelist, an English lady, and a southern
belle, has broken the rigid role of Latino stereotyping.
Reserve your tickets by calling (956) 882-7945.
http://www.utbtsc.edu/jacobbrown/ae/
Location: Jacob Brown Auditorium; 600 International Blvd; Brownsville, TX
Monday November 5, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 7:45 PM - 9:00 PM Story Swap Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Becky Martinez 956-464-2129 blorfeldm@yahoo.com
Rio Grande Valley Storytellers Guild members swap stories and learn about the
art of Story Swap. Come and join us at Barnes and Nobles for our 1st Mondays
monthly Story Swap.
We welcome active storytellers and those who just want to listen. Short business
meeting starts at 7:00 pm. Story Swap starts at 7:45 pm.
RGV storytellers
Location: Barnes & Noble; 4005 N. 10th St; McAllen, TX
Tuesday November 6, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM NMCAC Writers’ Forum Remind Me about this Event Tell
a Friend
Contact: Eugene Novogrodsky 956-548-1926 generuthnovo@earthlink.net
NMCAC Writers’ Forum is now in its 7th year and meets monthly on First Tuesdays
at 7 to 9 p.m. in the Narciso Martinez Cultural Arts Center in San Benito.
Readers/performers in Spanish or English, get 10 or so minutes at each meeting.
Contact Eugene Novogrodsky at 956-548-1926 or Beto Conde at 956-350-3905 if you
need more information.
Location: Narciso Martinez Cultural Arts Center; 225 E Stenger; San Benito, TX
Thursday November 8, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 7:00 PM Port Isabel Writers Forum Remind Me about this Event Tell a
Friend
Contact: Rudy H. Garcia 956-433-6515 rudygarcia@pi-isd.net
The Port Isabel Writers Forum that meets the second Thursday of the month at
7:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend and read their own work or they can read
someone else's work. They can also come and listen to some great poetry if they
just want to be an active listener.
The meeting place is at Rio Bravo Gallery, 107 South Tarnava, one block south of
the Lighthouse in Port Isabel.
For more information you can call Rudy H. Garcia 956-433-6515 or Rod Bates
956-943-5747.
Location: Rio Bravo Gallery; 107 S Tarnava; Port Isabel, TX
Monday December 3, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 7:45 PM - 9:00 PM Story Swap Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Becky Martinez 956-464-2129 blorfeldm@yahoo.com
Rio Grande Valley Storytellers Guild members swap stories and learn about the
art of Story Swap. Come and join us at Barnes and Nobles for our 1st Mondays
monthly Story Swap.
We welcome active storytellers and those who just want to listen. Short business
meeting starts at 7:00 pm. Story Swap starts at 7:45 pm.
RGV storytellers
Location: Barnes & Noble; 4005 N. 10th St; McAllen, TX
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Tuesday December 4, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM NMCAC Writers’ Forum Remind Me about this Event Tell
a Friend
Contact: Eugene Novogrodsky 956-548-1926 generuthnovo@earthlink.net
NMCAC Writers’ Forum is now in its 7th year and meets monthly on First Tuesdays
at 7 to 9 p.m. in the Narciso Martinez Cultural Arts Center in San Benito.
Readers/performers in Spanish or English, get 10 or so minutes at each meeting.
Contact Eugene Novogrodsky at 956-548-1926 or Beto Conde at 956-350-3905 if you
need more information.
Location: Narciso Martinez Cultural Arts Center; 225 E Stenger; San Benito, TX
Friday December 7, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 9:30 PM A Christmas Story Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Valerie Bates info@portisabel-texas.com
Museums of Port Isabel will have a Lighthouse Establishment Cinema on Friday,
December 7 at 9:30 pm at the Lighthouse Park. The animated movie “A Christmas
Story” will be shown on the side of the Lighthouse. Everyone is welcome to bring
their blankets and folding chairs to this free showing. Hot dogs, soda and
popcorn will be available for sale.
Location: Port Isabel Lighthouse; 421 Queen Isabella Blvd; Port Isabel, TX
Thursday December 13, 2007 Go To Top
misc_none 7:00 PM Port Isabel Writers Forum Remind Me about this Event Tell a
Friend
Contact: Rudy H. Garcia 956-433-6515 rudygarcia@pi-isd.net
The Port Isabel Writers Forum that meets the second Thursday of the month at
7:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend and read their own work or they can read
someone else's work. They can also come and listen to some great poetry if they
just want to be an active listener.
The meeting place is at Rio Bravo Gallery, 107 South Tarnava, one block south of
the Lighthouse in Port Isabel.
For more information you can call Rudy H. Garcia 956-433-6515 or Rod Bates
956-943-5747.
Location: Rio Bravo Gallery; 107 S Tarnava; Port Isabel, TX
Friday March 7, 2008 - Sunday March 16, 2008 Go To Top
misc_none 8:00 AM - 11:55 PM Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show Remind Me about
this Event Tell a Friend
Contact: Dawn Roe 956-565-2456 info@rgvlivestockshow.com
Educating youth, promoting agriculture. Youth from all four counties of the
Valley and from the State of Texas show their market and breeding animals,
horticulture, art, photographs and shop projects for prize money, scholarships
and auction proceeds. There is a parade, a carnival, concessions - food and
non-food, rodeos, concerts, and free entertainment.
Admission: $7 for adults, $3 for children under 12 and $3 parking.
RGV Livestock Show
Location: Mercedes Livestock Showgrounds; 1000 N Texas; Mercedes, TX
Saturday April 26, 2008 Go To Top
misc_none San Isidro Festival Remind Me about this Event Tell a Friend
Join in the fun at the annual San Isidro Festival at the San Isidro Catholic
Church Grounds.
Complete Event Schedule
http://www.sanisidrofestival.org/
Location: San Isidro, TX
September - In Matamoros, Independence Day is celebrated at the main plaza on
Calle Sexta with music and presentations on September 16.
White-winged Dove hunting season is scheduled early in September. Several farms
and ranches offer guided, organized services.
The Longest Causeway Run and Wellness Walk, Port Isabel to South Padre Island,
last Saturday in September. A 10-kilometer run/walk over one of the nation's
longest bridges. (800) 527-6102.
October - Zoofari Gladys Porter Zoo's biggest fundraiser of the year is Zoofari.
Each year, proceeds from Zoofari are earmarked for a designated project. Zoofari
is always held the first Friday & Saturday in October. Make plans to join us for
both nights. The Premier evening (Friday) is the gala event with a live auction
and catered dinner. Zoofari evening (Saturday) includes a casual bar-b-que,
silent auction, blackboard auction, live music and dancing.
The Longest Causeway Run and Wellness Walk, Port Isabel to South Padre Island,
first Saturday in October. A 10-kilometer run/walk over one of the nation’s
longest bridges. 1-800-527-6102
From October 19 - 22, 2006, come and see what all the fuss is about. Located in
Mission, TX of the Lower Rio Grande Valley of South Texas, the most biologically
diverse region in the United States, the Texas Butterfly Festival celebrates the
wonder that is nature. Four ecosystems convergein this four county area; with
its sub-tropical climate the area bosts over 290 species of butterflies, some
400 species of birds and approximately 78 species of odonates.
The Festival Internacional de Otoìo turns Matamoros into a cultural icon every
October. World-renowned presentations are performed at the historic Reforma
Theatre, Mundo Nuevo Convention Center, and the main square. Enjoy these
performing arts at one of the most historic cities in Northern Mexico.
Boo at the Zoo is a festive Halloween event at the Gladys Porter Zoo on October
30 - 31 from 6pm - 9pm.
The Brownsville Society for the Performing Arts brings world-class musical
concerts to town throughout the year. Their signature event is the very popular
Annual Latin Jazz Festival at the end of October and includes a week of the best
regional and national acts.
November - The Day of the Dead is a very ancient tradition celebrated in Mexico
at the beginning of November. On this day, family members of deceased relatives
visit the city cemetery and bring their loved ones many treats such as their
favorite meal, candies, liquor, and music. Day of the Dead is an opportunity to
celebrate life and death with the whole family in a very unique way, with
activities in Brownsville and Matamoros.
Don't miss one of North America's premier wildlife events, the Rio Grande Valley
Birding Festival, Harlingen, early November, attracts birders from all over
North America. Field trips, tours, seminars by several of the country's top
birding authorities, a children's program and a trade show which includes art,
optics, birding supplies and gear, crafts, clothing and more. (956) 423-5440 or
(800) 531-7346.
World's Championship Shrimp Cookoff, Port Isabel, first Sunday in November,
takes place on one-and-one-half city blocks. Help judge world class shrimp
dishes. Street dances folk art festival, food booths. (800) 527-6102.
The Brownsville Art League stages the Fine Arts and Crafts Festival, a major
event in November
December - At the beginning of December, the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce
orchestrates the traditional Fiesta of Lights parade. During this event, the
local community gathers around the historic downtown district to enjoy the
celebration. This is a truly highlight of the city and a must see when visiting
during the winter season.
Each Christmas season, the Gladys Porter Zoo puts on a special display of
holiday lights call Zoo Lights and Nights.
Candlelight Posada, Archer Park, McAllen, first Friday and Saturday nights in
December. Christmas entertainment with a South Texas flair...food booths,
luminarias, twinkling lights, caroling and a live Nativity scene. (956)
682-2871.
Christmas Boat Parade, Port Isabel, early December. Don't miss this spectacular
parade as boats make their way from Port Isabel along the causeway and along the
bay at South Padre Island. (956) 943-2262.
A Christmas Celebration, Edinburg, second Saturday in December, celebrates the
season with mariachis, dancers, a crafts fair and Las Posadas production. (956)
383-4974.
Christmas Street Parade, South Padre Island, early December. Grab your favorite
parking spot on Padre Blvd. for the enchanting Christmas Street Parade. (956)
761-3000.
Winter Vegetable Show, Pharr, early December, showcases the Valley's many
vegetables shown by 4-H and Future Farmers of America members. (956) 787-1481.
In addition to the parade, the Brownsville Convention & Visitors Bureau also
commemorates the arrival of the holiday season and celebrates the Annual
Christmas Tree Lighting at the Visitors Information Center.
January - Texas Citrus Fiesta, Mission, late January and early February for the
coronation of Queen Citrianna, the Product Costume Show, a carnival, a barbecue,
the Parade of Oranges and more. (956) 585-9724.
McAllen International Travel Show -- Exhibitors from all over the United States,
Mexico and Canada show off their travel destinations and attractions at the
Civic Center. Over 140 booths distributing information about their destination.
Door prizes, give-aways, the ultimate vacation shopping experience in early
January.
McAllen's Winter Texan Expo, late January, in the McAllen Civic Center, U.S. 83
and 10th Street. (956) 682-2870.
Taste of the Island -- For more information or to purchase advance tickets for
the Taste of the Island, please stop by the South Padre Island Chamber of
Commerce at 600 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island or call 956-761-4412
February - Charro Days... Fiesta, at the end of February, is a colorful,
twin-city celebration of folkloric dancing, mariachis, “merienda”, and parades.
Charro Days is recognized as one of the top 100 events in North America by the
American Bus Association. The event hosts the only known international parade
with numerous decorated floats that begins in downtown Brownsville and proceeds
across the bridge into Matamoros, Mexico. With the concurrent Sombrero Festival
fiesta-goes have live concerts with popular and Tejano music, traditional food,
dances, and loads of fun. The Mr. Amigo Association also joins the celebration
and selects a personality, who has influence the good relationship between the
two cultures, to become Mr. Amigo.
Every February, the Brownsville International Birding Festival offers nature
lovers a complete program of field trips, seminars, and talks that will explore
the biodiversity of south Texas and northern Mexico. The field trips offer a
wide choice of birding opportunities from pelagic trips in the deep waters of
the Gulf of Mexico to a canoe trip on the Rio Grande.
Fiesta Edinburg, a week-long event in late February with a parade, rodeo, fajita
cookoff, live music and exhibits in celebrations of the city's founding.
Edinburg Chamber of Commerce, (956) 383-4974.
Heart of the Valley Health Fair, McAllen Civic Center, early February. Free
screenings for cholesterol, diabetes, glucose, glaucoma, vision and blood
pressure, podiatry, massage and oral hygiene. Immunizations for children and
screenings for scoliosis and hearing. (956) 682-2871.
Los Fresnos Rodeo, first weekend in February, featuring a full range of rodeo
events and clowns. In Lions Park, Los Fresnos. (956) 233-4488.
March - The Commemorative Air Fiesta brings vintage and military aircrafts to
the skies over Brownsville in March. The event takes place at the RGV Wing of
the CAF Flying Museum and is a truly remarkable display of state of the art
aircrafts in action.
Borderfest, Hidalgo, three days in early March featuring a colorful parade,
beauty pageant and folkloric dancers as well as "crafts in action," mariachis
and food. (956) 843-2734.
Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show, Mercedes, held in mid-March is one of the
Valley's most popular events with an average attendance of 160,000. Supports 4-H
and Future Farmers of America high school students as they show their wares.
Rodeo, carnival, nightly dances, games, contests and other family-oriented
entertainment. (956) 565-2456.
Taste of the Valley, Pharr, hosted by the Pharr Chamber of Commerce is a food
fair featuring leading Valley restaurants and entertainment at the Pharr
International Convention Center. Late March or early April. (956) 787-1481.
April - The Brownsville Art League stages a major event with two International
Art Shows, adults & students, in April and May.
Onion Festival, Weslaco. If it can be done with an onion, it's here. Watch or
enter onion-clipping and onion recipe contests. Food booths, games,
storytellers, bands and entertainment. (956) 968-2102.
Riofest, Harlingen, celebrates culture with arts and crafts, art exhibits, art
contests, food and music. Artists of every age can show their work or just look
and learn by taking lessons at no extra charge. A make-believe Western town for
kids, complete with a jail, is a favorite attraction. Dozens of musical acts,
both amateur and professional, are featured. Third week of April. (956)
425-2705.
Texas Tropics Nature Festival, McAllen, early April, celebrates one of the
richest areas for birding on the continent. Field trips introduce festival-goers
to the natural and cultural delights of the Valley. Includes seminars, evening
keynote speakers, an all-day photography workshop, a children's program and a
full trade show. (956) 682-2871 or (800) 250-2591.
May - Tejano Fan Fest, McAllen. Major Tejano music stars perform for a 5 de Mayo
Celebration at Municipal Park from noon to midnight. Attendees have the
opportunity to meet the stars face to face during autograph session, enjoy food
booths and special sections for children. McAllen Chamber of Commerce,
(956)682-2871.
The Brownsville Art League Show continues...
June - Among the many celebration that occur in Matamoros, Expo Fiesta is the
one that highlights the year. From mid-June into July, Expo Fiesta presents a
large variety of internationally known artists, musical concerts, and arts and
crafts. In addition, leather items, silver, and ceramic
Latin-influenced films are highlighted in the annual Cinesol Film Festival which
occurs each June. Special presentations are made at other times in cooperation
with the Brownsville Society for the Performing Arts.
July - Independence Day is celebrated in Brownsville with a parade,
entertainment and a fireworks display on July 4.
Brownsville International Birding Festival, mid-July. The Festival showcases the
Rio Grande Valley's summer birding opportunities and is Texas' only offshore,
summertime birding festival. There are a variety of field trips and seminars as
well as an info share-marketplace, youth programs and evening activities.
Brownsville Convention and Visitors Bureau, (956) 546-3721.
Port Mansfield Fishing Tournament, mid-July. Fishing takes the spotlight in July
and August with this annual tournament. (956) 944-2354.
August - Port Mansfield Fishing Tournament continues...
Texas International Fishing Tournament, South Padre Island, first weekend in
August. This legendary contest draws anglers from all over the continent.
Non-fishermen can come down to the docks for the weigh-in at the end of each
day. (956) 943-8438.
Ladies Kingfish Tournament, South Padre Island, second weekend in August. This
"women's only" tournament draws over 200 participants yearly from all over the
country. One of the largest all women's tournaments in Texas, it has been around
nearly 20 years. (956) 761-4412.
FIREWORKS OVER THE BAY -- SisBoomBah!
Every Friday night is the Fourth of July on South Padre Island. At 9:15 sharp, a
silent barge in the center of the Bay releases it's payload into the summer sky.
With the firework light reflecting off the water, it's a breathtaking display
that will kick off your weekend the right way.
May 27, 2006 Memorial Day Weekend
July 4, 2005 Fourth of July
Sept 2, 2005 Labor Day Weekend
...and Every Friday Night May 26 through Labor Day
The University of Texas at Brownsville-Texas Southmost College presents live
music and fine arts throughout the academic year through its Arts and
Entertainment Series, the Patron of the Arts, and the Richardson Gallery.
The hosts its annual fundraising event, Zoofari, in the fall with an auction and
reception. The Gladys Porter Zoo hosts a number of Appreciation Days with
discounted admissions for various groups of visitors and residents. Every second
year the Zoo presents a major special exhibition.
Prior to the opening of the shrimp season, the Gulf Shrimp Fiesta 2003
celebrates the world's largest fleet in October. Music and shrimp related events
take place during this event.
The Brownsville Art League has ever-changing exhibits and showings at its Museum
of Fine Arts along with permanent collection exhibits.