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✨ And the countdown begins! ⏳ We have 10 days until MIJA Fest debuts for the first time at our Sunset Live series! 🎷🌅 We are so happy to welcome you to this FREE ADMISSION event featuring incredible Mexican and American jazz artists. 🎺🥁 MIJA Fest will bring new sounds to the Valley that will make you enjoy music like never before! 🎶 Make sure you bring everyone you know for an evening of live music, delicious food, and amazing market vendors! 🛍️ Can’t wait to see you here! 👏 📍 MIJA Jazz Festival 📅 April 12, 2025 🕛 12:30 PM - 10:30 PM 💰 FREE ENTRY! 🐾 Pet Friendly! #MIJAFEST #sunsetlive #mcallenconventioncenter #OvalPark

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🌟 Maria D’Luz: A Lifetime of Music & Passion 🎶✨ Maria D’Luz is an award-winning Mexican-American singer-songwriter, pianist, and flamenco dancer with over 30 years of experience blending jazz, R&B, pop, and Latin influences. Founder of Maple Music Chords, LLC, she’s performed on Televisa, Siempre En Domingo, and prestigious stages like The Kennedy Center and Houston’s House of Blues. She’s been recognized by The Recording Academy, won multiple John Lennon Songwriting Contest awards, contributed to a Latin Grammy-winning album, and even composed the McAllen Holiday Parade jingle. A former Broadway understudy for Gloria Estefan’s "On Your Feet", Maria continues to captivate audiences with her talent and passion for music. 🎤🎼✨

🔥 Donald Edwards is a world-class drummer, composer, and producer who has played across the globe with some of the finest musicians in jazz and beyond. With a career spanning multiple genres—including jazz, funk, hip-hop, gospel, and R&B—he brings a unique blend of creativity, virtuosity, and innovation to every performance. 🎵✨ 🏆 A 2018 recipient of the Chamber Music America New Jazz Works Grant and a Louisiana Arts Ambassador Award winner, Donald has established himself as one of the most sought-after drummers on the scene today. With four albums as a leader and extensive work in music production, he continues to push the boundaries of improvisation and rhythm. As an endorser of Ludwig Drums and Sabian Cymbals, his signature sound is recognized worldwide. 🎶 With roots in Louisiana and a career shaped by global collaborations and boundary-pushing compositions, Donald Edwards is a force in modern jazz—always evolving, always inspiring. This April 12th he will be joining Benito Gonzalez on stage!

🌿🏡 McAllen! Get ready for the 34th Annual Home & Garden Show happening April 11-13 at the McAllen Convention Center! 🌟 ✨ FREE ADMISSION ✨ Don't miss out on inspiration, home improvement ideas, and incredible deals! See you there! 🌿✨

🎤 Hey McAllen! Are you ready for MIDLAND? Join us for a night full fun, live music, and amazing music. Get your boots, hats, and friends to sing and dance along this APRIL . Get your tickets now, they're running out! 🔥 . https://bit.ly/4dxBO1T . #experiencemcallen #midland

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🌟🎷 Sonáli is a Mexican/Salvadorian singer-songwriter with a love for Jazz, Latin Jazz, and Latin Soul styles! She performs weekly all around the South Texas area, and recently released her first original song "El Libro" on all streaming platforms. Follow her journey and see where she's playing next at RitmoSonali.com! 📍McAllen Convention Center- Oval Park 📅 April 12, 2025 🕛 12:30 PM - 10:30 PM 💰 FREE ENTRY! #experiencemcallen #sunsetlive #MIJAFest

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Have you ever joined us for a Sunset Live? Well if you haven't, we want to invite you and all your family to our next Sunset Live! MIJA Fest is unlike any other we've had, a jazz festival is waiting for you to explore. Happening from 12:30pm- 10:30pm at our Oval Park. 😁 Can't wait to see you there! ✔ Free admission ✔ Top-tier jazz musicians ✔ Food vendors & artisan market ✔ Family-friendly atmospher ✔ Pet Friendly #MIJAFEST #Sunsetlive #experiencemcallen

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MXLAN LUCHA LIBRE returns May 11 💥 👊 🇲🇽, featuring DR. WAGNER JR., OCTOGAN JR., KID LAREDO, EL FISCAL & more tba! FREE to watch with $10 Sunday general admission! Under 12 FREE! McAllen Convention Center - Tickets & VIP Tables are up now at mxlan.com! #mxlan

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Announcing: MXLAN’s 2025 Breathrough Stage lineup🌅 🎸 🙌🏽 , featuring CLUBZ, OZOMATLI, GIRL ULTRA, TWIN TRIBES, LILA DOWNS, REY PILA, RAMONA, LOS ECLIPSES, MYRKA, GEMINII - and more tba. Friday lineup is FREE - Sat & Sun only $10 per day - wild! All ages welcome. McAllen Convention Center grounds. Tickets up - mxlan.com!

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🎹🌍 Pianist Benito Gonzalez, a two-time Grammy nominee, is an internationally beloved artist who combines a long lineage of American jazz traditions with rhythms from around the world. 🌟🌎 He’s worked with dozens of jazz greats and always brings some of the best rhythm section players in the world. 🎶🔥 📍 MIJA Jazz Festival 📅 April 12, 2025 🕛 12:30 PM - 10:30 PM 💰 FREE ENTRY! 🐾 Pet Friendly! Join us for an unforgettable night of rhythm and soul! 🎤🎶