Spring is right around the corner🌼 and we're excited to invite children ages 9-13 to Quinta Mazatlán's Junior Naturalist Camp!
This three-day, half day experience, beginning March 18, is designed to introduce youth to the natural wonders of Quinta Mazatlán and the Lower Rio Grande Valley.
✨Enroll your child at: events.ticketleap.com ✨
🌳Day 1 - Explore history, habitats and hidden corners like a naturalist
🐦Day 2 - Discover unique ecological regions, native plants, birds, insects, and wildlife connections.
🔍Day 3 - Engage in the world of citizen science !
The camp concludes with a celebration and an introduction to the Quinta Mazatlán Junior Naturalist Initiative—a self-paced program that encourages youth to continue learning through educational programs, special events, and volunteer opportunities at Quinta. #springbreak#juniornaturalist#southtexasecology#naturebasededucation#learningoutdoors
Experience Santa Fe like never before. ✨
Where flavor meets atmosphere and every detail sets the tone for an unforgettable night.
The perfect setting for your next celebration — from premium steaks to exceptional wines. 🍷🥩
Your table is waiting.
📍 1918 S 10th St, McAllen
Reserve your table today.
#SantaFeSteakhouse#McAllenDining#FineDiningExperience
Experience Santa Fe like never before. ✨
Where flavor meets atmosphere and every detail sets the tone for an unforgettable night.
The perfect setting for your next celebration — from premium steaks to exceptional wines. 🍷🥩
Your table is waiting.
📍 1918 S 10th St, McAllen
Reserve your table today.
#SantaFeSteakhouse#McAllenDining#FineDiningExperience
Sabor & Spirits: A Food & Tequila Experience returns to MXLAN 2026 on Saturday, March 7th, part of a full weekend of cultural celebration.
Indulge in bold bites and handcrafted sips from your favorite local spots while the energy of MXLAN surrounds you, from the Breakthrough Stage to the vibrant Artisan Mercado and live art happening in real time 🌸
🔥 Featured Restaurants Include:
Toloa
El Último Taco
Teddy’s BBQ
Piquin
Felice
VAR 37
Muelle 37
Barrio 37
Baja Fish Tacos
iWinngs
Bubba’s 33
Dave & Buster’s
South Texas College Culinary Arts
H-E-B
This is where we gather. This is where we bloom. 🌺
🎟️ Tickets available now at MXLAN.COM
📍 McAllen Convention Center
📅 March 6–8 | Sabor & Spirits: March 7
#MXLAN#MXLAN2026#WeAreTheFlowers#McAllen
✨🎶 A Magical Night Awaits! 🎶✨
Join us at Lark Community Center for an evening filled with fun, music, and celebration! 💃🕺
Dads, this is your chance to make memories that will last a lifetime with your daughters. From dancing and laughter to special moments you’ll both cherish forever, this will be a night to remember. 💕
Mark your calendar and get ready for a truly magical evening together! 🌟
**Registration is ONLY available at our community centers or our main office**
What an incredible celebration at the 2026 Golden Age Olympics Awards Ceremony! 🎉
We are beyond proud of every participant who showed up, gave it their all, and inspired us with their strength, dedication, and spirit. 💪💛
From first-time competitors to returning champions, YOU are what makes the GAO so special. Seeing our community come together to celebrate active living, friendship, and achievement is what it’s all about.
A huge thank you to our athletes, volunteers, staff, sponsors, and supporters who made this event unforgettable. 👏
Let the good times roll! 🎭✨
Keep moving, keep shining, and we’ll see you next year!
Looking for the perfect venue for your next event or celebration? Embassy Suites McAllen has got you covered! Our elegant spaces are ideal for gatherings of any size, and our delicious catering options will impress your guests.
✨ Beautiful event spaces 🍽️ Mouth-watering dishes prepared by our expert chefs 🎈 Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, corporate events, and more!
Let us make your event unforgettable! Contact us today to book your space.
📞(956) 688-8329
Looking for the perfect venue for your next event or celebration? Embassy Suites McAllen has got you covered! Our elegant spaces are ideal for gatherings of any size, and our delicious catering options will impress your guests.
✨ Beautiful event spaces 🍽️ Mouth-watering dishes prepared by our expert chefs 🎈 Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, corporate events, and more!
Let us make your event unforgettable! Contact us today to book your space.
📞(956) 688-8329
✨🎶 A Magical Evening Awaits! 🎶✨
Join us at Lark Community Center for a night filled with fun, music, and celebration! 💃🕺 Mark your calendar for this special evening designed for dads and daughters to share laughs, dance the night away, and create unforgettable memories together. 💖
Get ready for sweet moments, big smiles, and memories that will last a lifetime! 🌟👑
✨ What a GOLDEN day at Las Palmas Community Center! ✨
Our Golden Age Olympics Bingo/Lotería Event was filled with big laughs, lucky cards, and even bigger smiles 💛🎉 From exciting wins to sweet moments shared with friends, this was truly a celebration of community and fun!
Thank you to everyone who joined us, volunteered, and helped make this event so special. 🏆🎱 Your energy made the day unforgettable!
Stay tuned for more events coming soon, we can’t wait to see you again! 🌟
🎉 Lunar New Year Festival at IMAS
📅 February 21, 2026
🕰️ 10AM - 5PM
📍 International Museum of Art & Science, 1900 W. Nolana Ave, McAllen, TX
(Corner of Nolana and Bicentennial)
Join us for the 14th Annual Lunar New Year Festival as we welcome the Year of the Horse. Enjoy traditional Chinese, Korean, and Taiwanese games, crafts, calligraphy, performances, food vendors, and more.
Shop from local vendors offering handmade crafts, art, jewelry, clothing, and treats inspired by Asian culture and traditions. It’s a full day of culture, community, and celebration at IMAS.
ADMISSION RATES
General Admission: $9
Children (3-12): $5
Students (w/ID): $5
Seniors (65+): $5
Museums for All (WIC/EBT): $3
Please present WIC/EBT card at the admissions desk.
IMAS Members: Free
Children 0-2: Free
Educators (PreK-12 Public School w/ID): Free
Veterans, Active Military, & First Responders (w/ID): Free
Please present educator, veteran, military, or first responder ID at the admissions desk for verification.
Last year was unforgettable. 🧧✨
Cultural performances. Incredible food. Local vendors. A full day of community celebration.
Now it’s time to do it all again.
Join us this Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) for our Lunar New Year Festival.
Shop local artisans.
Enjoy amazing food and drinks.
Experience cultural performances and hands-on activities.
Celebrate together as we welcome the New Year.
Bring your family. Bring your friends. Start the year with us at IMAS. 🐴🎉
Shop local and celebrate the Lunar New Year at IMAS. 🧧✨
Join us Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) and explore a vibrant marketplace of handmade goods inspired by Asian culture and creativity.
🛍️ Featured Artisans:
1_rinconcitosuculento
9ine5ive6eis
alunaisla
casa_de_luna_candle_
heavycrumb
Mint Royale Shop
namastemaganda
ode2u.cafe
rgvkpoplife
georgette.barrera
theclosetworm_rgv
written.charm
yayas.jewels
Discover unique gifts, support small businesses, and experience a festive cultural celebration all in one place. We cannot wait to welcome you to IMAS.
A toast to bold flavors 🍹✨
Celebrate Margarita Day with our Guava Glow — Limited Edition, a vibrant cocktail made to shine and elevate every sip. Bright, refreshing, and unforgettable, just like the perfect celebration.
Available only February 20th–21st. Don’t miss the glow.
Plants, purple, and plenty of personality! 🌿💜💛💚
Yesterday Palm View Community Center, teamed up with Keep McAllen Beautiful for a special Adopt-a-Plant Day, and our seniors added their own festive twist! 🎭✨
Decked out in their best Mardi Gras costumes, they showed up in full celebration mode while giving new plants a happy home. 🌱 From beads and masks to big smiles and blooming greenery, it was a day full of color, laughter, and community spirit!
Scroll through to see all the fabulous fits and fresh plants! 📸🌼
🎉🔥 BIRTHDAY BASH ALERT! 🔥🎉
Join us Friday, February 20th for Kanela Del Karibe’s Birthday Bash you don’t want to miss! 💃🏽✨
🌟 Special Guest: RuPaul’s Drag Race star Juicy Love Dion
🤝 Meet & Greet: 11PM
🕛 Showtime: 12AM
🔞 21+ | No Cover with Valid ID
💸 Tickets:
• $5 Pre-Sale
• $10 at the Door
• $10 Meet & Greet
📍 1704 Dallas Ave, McAllen, TX
Come party at Downtown McAllen’s #1 LGBTQ+ Nightclub 🏳️🌈💖
Music. Drag. Energy. Celebration.
Tag your crew and pull up! 🎶💄🔥
#KanelaBirthdayBash#JuicyLoveDion#DragShow#McAllenNightlife LGBTQNightclub DowntownMcAllen PartyWithPride 🏳️🌈✨
The countdown is almost over… Mardi Gras is tomorrow! 🎭💜💚💛
Only 1 day left until we bring the beads, the flavors, and the full New Orleans energy to McAllen. Get ready for the ultimate Mardi Gras celebration on February 17th — you don’t want to miss this one.
Join us and celebrate Mardi Gras the right way! 🎉✨
📍 100 E Nolana Ave, McAllen
#MardiGrasMcAllen#TheQuarterMcAllen#NewOrleansVibes
TOMORROW ‼️
The $4.99 TACO TUESDAY special is BACK 🌮🔥
(One day only!)
Celebration beads 🎉
Drink specials 🍹
Happy Hour vibes 🍻
Pull up hungry. Leave happyyy.
TOMORROW ‼️
The $4.99 TACO TUESDAY special is BACK 🌮🔥
(One day only!)
Celebration beads 🎉
Drink specials 🍹
Happy Hour vibes 🍻
Pull up hungry. Leave happyyy.
Tuesday Open Mic — Mardi Gras Celebration at The Gremlin 🎭
We’re turning Open Mic into a full Mardi Gras night. Live performers, late-night energy, and a menu stacked with beignets, shrimp po’boys, and fried baskets coming out hot.
Bring your instruments, your crew, and your NOLA spirit — the stage is open and the vibe stays strong all night.
📍 The Gremlin
🎤 Open Mic All Night Sign up at 9:45
Tuesday Open Mic — Mardi Gras Celebration at The Gremlin 🎭
We’re turning Open Mic into a full Mardi Gras night. Live performers, late-night energy, and a menu stacked with beignets, shrimp po’boys, and fried baskets coming out hot.
Bring your instruments, your crew, and your NOLA spirit — the stage is open and the vibe stays strong all night.
📍 The Gremlin
🎤 Open Mic All Night Sign up at 9:45
Thank you for spending your Valentine’s evening with us and supporting our amazing vendors.
The celebration isn’t over—come back and join us again today for more love, shopping, and special moments.
Food trucks:
Taqueria El 956 La Dos Veinti2 Fruit-On-Ice Taqueria Los Brother’s SnoBroRaspas Tacos Y Antojitos Mexicanos Los Chilangos Nieve Mexicana “kikiribu” Sazón Poblano rgv Rincon Del Gocho Fonzy’s AR Wings
Thank you for spending your Valentine’s evening with us and supporting our amazing vendors.
The celebration isn’t over—come back and join us again today for more love, shopping, and special moments.
Food trucks:
Taqueria El 956 La Dos Veinti2 Fruit-On-Ice Taqueria Los Brother’s SnoBroRaspas Tacos Y Antojitos Mexicanos Los Chilangos Nieve Mexicana "kikiribu" Sazón Poblano rgv Rincon Del Gocho Fonzy’s AR Wings
A roll made to be shared. ✨🍣
Meru Roll delivers fresh flavor and perfect crunch, ideal for continuing your Valentine’s celebration in an ambiance full of love.
Try it today.
#Kumori#Sushi#RGV#EatMoreSushi#MeruRoll
The McAllen Chamber of Commerce and McAllen Economic Development Corporation were honored to attend the 30th Anniversary Celebration of South Texas Health System Heart.
South Texas Health System Heart is celebrating three decades of excellence in cardiovascular care and the tremendous impact STHS Heart has had on the health and well-being of our community.
Congratulations to the entire STHS Heart team on this remarkable milestone!
South Texas Health System
🎉 Got a little one who loves to run? 🎉
It’s time for bright lights, big laughs, and little runners taking off at our Tiny 2K Glow Run at Las Palmas Community Center Park 🏃♀️✨This magical evening is all about fun, fitness, and confidence, giving kids the chance to light up the course in a safe, high-energy, glow-filled celebration 💫🌈
👟 From the starting line excitement to the finish line cheers, it’s a memory they’ll never forget!
⚠️ Spots go quickly, sign your child up today and let them run, glow, and shine!
👉 McAllenMarathon.com
#ClarkChevrolet#Q7Sports
Happy Galentine’s Day! 💖👯♀️ 🍕Gather your besties and head to Bubba’s for a celebration filled with laughter, love, and delicious treats! Tag your Galentine squad below
What a fantastic way to close out the evening! ✨
We were proud to host the Awards Banquet by Rhodes Enterprises in our Ballroom, welcoming over 300 attendees for a memorable celebration.
From elegant décor to a full house of distinguished guests, it was a night to remember!
👉 Looking to host your next event with us? Visit experiencemcallen.net to start planning today.
What a fantastic way to close out the evening! ✨
We were proud to host the Awards Banquet by Rhodes Enterprises in our Ballroom, welcoming over 300 attendees for a memorable celebration.
From elegant décor to a full house of distinguished guests, it was a night to remember!
👉 Looking to host your next event with us? Visit experiencemcallen.net to start planning today.
There's something special about watching birds visit your backyard 🐦
By offering safe, reliable feeders and quality seed, we can support local birds while inviting more life to our everyday spaces. And this week, those moments matter even more!!
The Great Backyard Bird Count (2/13- 2/17) is a worldwide celebration of birds, and your backyard can be part of it! Every feeder visit, every observation helps scientist better understand and protect bird populations. By simply watching and counting the birds you see, you're helping support bird conservation on a global scale 🌎
Happy birding, from the RGV's friendly backyard bird feeding specialists! 💛🐦
#wbumcallen#rgvbirds#backyardbirding#mcallentexas#riograndevalley#Riograndevalleytexas
For more information on GBBC visit: https://www.birdcount.org/
WBU feeders featured in video: https://order.wbu.com/mcallen/bird-food/suet-mealworms
✨ Market on Main is turning it up a notch ✨
We’ve got nearly 100 incredible vendors serving up handmade goods, art, treats, fashion, and more — aka your new favorite local finds 🛍️
🎶 Live music all day with Double Cut and Texas Storm on stages at each end of Main Street
🎧 DJ Jerry will be keeping the vibes going while you shop.
💍 And something truly special… a mass wedding at Archer Park with 30+ couples saying “I do” ❤️
This is more than a market — it’s a full-on downtown celebration.
Come shop, dance, eat, and witness love in the heart of McAllen!
📍 Market on Main | Downtown McAllen
🎉 BeNiTo BoWl 🐰🏈
Join us for the biggest Bad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime Watch Party + Reggaeton Celebration! 🔥💃
🍻 DJs • Cold Beer • Mimosas
🎶 Reggaeton Vibes All Night
🍾 Sunday Funday Until 2 AM
National Fettuccine Alfredo Day is a celebration dedicated to one of the most indulgent and iconic pasta dishes... Fettuccine Alfredo. Observed on February 7th each year, this day pays homage to the rich and creamy Italian American classic that has delighted taste buds for generations. Celebrate this special day at Macaroni Grill.
macaronigrill.com 📞 956-687-3500
#MacaroniGrillMcAllen#Pasta#Italian#FettuccineAlfredo#RGVeats#mcallenconventioncenter
Grateful for Water
On Exhibit at the IMAS
January 14 - April 26, 2026
The Grateful for Water art contest is an annual initiative hosted by McAllen Public Utility’s Water Education Team, designed specifically for high school students who live in McAllen. The contest encourages students to explore the value of water in their daily lives, reflecting on its importance in our community, environment, and future. Participants are challenged to express their creativity while considering the role water plays in sustaining life and the responsibility we all share to conserve this vital resource.
2025 marked the third year of MPU hosting this contest, which featured an impressive array of paintings and drawings from students across the city. The theme this past year was “Clean Water, Clean Future.” Each piece highlights water and its beauty, significance, and the importance of smart water usage, offering unique perspectives and creative interpretations of the theme. The students’ artwork provides viewers with an engaging and meaningful visual experience.
The winning and participating artworks are proudly displayed in this exhibit as a celebration of creativity, education, and environmental stewardship. Through this contest, McAllen Public Utility aims to inspire a deeper appreciation for water among our city’s youth and encourage them to become thoughtful stewards of this essential resource. We are grateful to all the students who participated and hope their work motivates the community to reflect on the importance of water in daily life.
https://theimasonline.org/grateful-for-water/#mcallenpublicworks#ExploreIMAS#mcallen#mcallentx
World Pizza Day deserves a proper celebration 🍕✨
This February 9th, we’re doing it the best way we know how:
🔥 2x1 on ALL pizzas 🔥
Wood-fired, handmade, topped with the good stuff and meant to be shared.
Dine in or take it to go — just don’t miss it.
Because one pizza is never enough.
See you on Feb 9th at Il Forno.
📍 3817 N 10th St #5, McAllen, TX 78501
Celebrate Valentines Day with us at our Daddy/Daughter Night next Tuesday! 🎉 Don't miss out! Scan the QR code or click the link below to secure your spot. Who’s excited to make memories together? 💐💝
https://forms.office.com/r/mrgSjJfSbi
*Valid at this location only.
Stay & Create: Bold Creations brings art and creativity to the Palm View Branch Library on Wednesday, February 4 at 6PM. In celebration of Black History Month, vivargv will lead a fun, hands on art activity inspired by contemporary African American artists. Kids ages 5 to 11 can explore bold colors, creative ideas, and make their own artwork to take home.
Stay & Create: Bold Creations brings art and creativity to the Palm View Branch Library on Wednesday, February 4 at 6PM. In celebration of Black History Month, Village In the Valley (ViVa) will lead a fun, hands on art activity inspired by contemporary African American artists. Kids ages 5 to 11 can explore bold colors, creative ideas, and make their own artwork to take home.
Piñatabstract
By: Josuè Rawmirez
February 14, 2026 – July 26, 2026
https://theimasonline.org/pinatabstract/
Piñatabstract is a celebration and multimedia exploration of the piñata tradition through craft, performance, large scale work and new media. The solo exhibition includes sculptural installations, wearable art, recycled paper, video and ceramic work. It showcases the techniques and aesthetic of the culturally rich iconography of the piñata while at the same time expanding and challenges the notions behind the object, practice and its place within our collective imagination.
This project is supported by an Arts Respond grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts.
@txcommarts
@neaarts
@raw_mirez
Piñatabstract
By: Josuè Rawmirez
February 14, 2026 – July 26, 2026
Piñatabstract is a celebration and multimedia exploration of the piñata tradition through craft, performance, large scale work and new media. The solo exhibition includes sculptural installations, wearable art, recycled paper, video and ceramic work. It showcases the techniques and aesthetic of the culturally rich iconography of the piñata while at the same time expanding and challenges the notions behind the object, practice and its place within our collective imagination.
This project is supported by an Arts Respond grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts.
txcommarts
neaarts
raw_mirez
Grateful for Water
On Exhibit at the IMAS
January 14 - April 26, 2026
mcallenpublicutility
The Grateful for Water art contest is an annual initiative hosted by McAllen Public Utility’s Water Education Team, designed specifically for high school students who live in McAllen. The contest encourages students to explore the value of water in their daily lives, reflecting on its importance in our community, environment, and future. Participants are challenged to express their creativity while considering the role water plays in sustaining life and the responsibility we all share to conserve this vital resource.
2025 marked the third year of MPU hosting this contest, which featured an impressive array of paintings and drawings from students across the city. The theme this past year was “Clean Water, Clean Future.” Each piece highlights water and its beauty, significance, and the importance of smart water usage, offering unique perspectives and creative interpretations of the theme. The students’ artwork provides viewers with an engaging and meaningful visual experience.
The winning and participating artworks are proudly displayed in this exhibit as a celebration of creativity, education, and environmental stewardship. Through this contest, McAllen Public Utility aims to inspire a deeper appreciation for water among our city’s youth and encourage them to become thoughtful stewards of this essential resource. We are grateful to all the students who participated and hope their work motivates the community to reflect on the importance of water in daily life.
https://theimasonline.org/grateful-for-water/#mcallenpublicworks#ExploreIMAS#mcallen#mcallentx
In 1994, February was established as National Bird Feeding Month 🐦 to encourage people to discover the joy of bird feeding during a season when birds may struggle to find natural food sources. Join in the celebration by providing high-fat foods 🥜, keeping a fresh water source available 💧, and offering shelter from the wintry elements.
🛒 mywbu.com/mcallen
Featured Birds: White-breasted Nuthatch and House Finch
Featured Food: No-Mess Seed Cylinder
Featured Feeder: Retro Vintage Cylinder Feeder
🎉🎂 WHO WANTS TO WIN A FREE 5-JUMPER BIRTHDAY PARTY?! 🎂🎉
We’re giving ONE lucky winner a FREE birthday party at Helium Trampoline Park 🤸♂️✨
🎁 WHAT YOU WIN:
✔️ 5 Jumpers
✔️ Jumping fun for all ages
✔️ The ultimate birthday celebration!
👉 HOW TO ENTER:
1️⃣ Like this post ❤️
2️⃣ Follow @HeliumTrampolinePark
3️⃣ Comment “JUMP” and tag 2 friends 🎉
4️⃣ Share this post to your story & tag us for a BONUS ENTRY!
🏆 Winner announced soon — don’t miss out!
Promo does not apply to previously booked parties.
Great success at yesterday's celebration of Navy Week! Thank you @navy.outreach & @navy_band_southeast for allowing us to enjoy such an incredible performance. Thank you for your service.
And thank you Daughters of the American Revolution for the delicious pastries.
Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center
Spring is right around the corner🌼 and we're excited to invite children ages 9-13 to Quinta Mazatlán's Junior Naturalist Camp! This three-day, half day experience, beginning March 18, is designed to introduce youth to the natural wonders of Quinta Mazatlán and the Lower Rio Grande Valley. ✨Enroll your child at: events.ticketleap.com ✨ 🌳Day 1 - Explore history, habitats and hidden corners like a naturalist 🐦Day 2 - Discover unique ecological regions, native plants, birds, insects, and wildlife connections. 🔍Day 3 - Engage in the world of citizen science ! The camp concludes with a celebration and an introduction to the Quinta Mazatlán Junior Naturalist Initiative—a self-paced program that encourages youth to continue learning through educational programs, special events, and volunteer opportunities at Quinta. #springbreak #juniornaturalist #southtexasecology #naturebasededucation #learningoutdoors
Santa Fe Steakhouse & Cantina
Experience Santa Fe like never before. ✨ Where flavor meets atmosphere and every detail sets the tone for an unforgettable night. The perfect setting for your next celebration — from premium steaks to exceptional wines. 🍷🥩 Your table is waiting. 📍 1918 S 10th St, McAllen Reserve your table today. #SantaFeSteakhouse #McAllenDining #FineDiningExperience
Santa Fe Steakhouse & Cantina
Experience Santa Fe like never before. ✨ Where flavor meets atmosphere and every detail sets the tone for an unforgettable night. The perfect setting for your next celebration — from premium steaks to exceptional wines. 🍷🥩 Your table is waiting. 📍 1918 S 10th St, McAllen Reserve your table today. #SantaFeSteakhouse #McAllenDining #FineDiningExperience
McAllen Parks and Recreation
Sabor & Spirits: A Food & Tequila Experience returns to MXLAN 2026 on Saturday, March 7th, part of a full weekend of cultural celebration. Indulge in bold bites and handcrafted sips from your favorite local spots while the energy of MXLAN surrounds you, from the Breakthrough Stage to the vibrant Artisan Mercado and live art happening in real time 🌸 🔥 Featured Restaurants Include: Toloa El Último Taco Teddy’s BBQ Piquin Felice VAR 37 Muelle 37 Barrio 37 Baja Fish Tacos iWinngs Bubba’s 33 Dave & Buster’s South Texas College Culinary Arts H-E-B This is where we gather. This is where we bloom. 🌺 🎟️ Tickets available now at MXLAN.COM 📍 McAllen Convention Center 📅 March 6–8 | Sabor & Spirits: March 7 #MXLAN #MXLAN2026 #WeAreTheFlowers #McAllen
McAllen Parks and Recreation
✨🎶 A Magical Night Awaits! 🎶✨ Join us at Lark Community Center for an evening filled with fun, music, and celebration! 💃🕺 Dads, this is your chance to make memories that will last a lifetime with your daughters. From dancing and laughter to special moments you’ll both cherish forever, this will be a night to remember. 💕 Mark your calendar and get ready for a truly magical evening together! 🌟 **Registration is ONLY available at our community centers or our main office**
Embassy Suites McAllen Convention Center
https://embassymcallen.com ✨ Make it a weekend of culture, art, and elevated comfort! ✨ Tradiciones 2026 is happening TOMORROW! 💃🇲🇽 Join the Ballet Folklórico South Texas College at the McAllen Performing Arts Center for a breathtaking celebration of Mexican folkloric dance and live music. Enjoy our complimentary evening reception, then head over for an unforgettable night! 📍 McAllen Performing Arts Center ⏰ Tomorrow, Feb 27 at 7:30 PM 🎟️ Secure your seats: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/3A00643FBF7AEBB0 #EmbassySuitesMcAllen #Tradiciones2026 #McAllenTX #StayInMcAllen #BalletFolklorico
McAllen Parks and Recreation
What an incredible celebration at the 2026 Golden Age Olympics Awards Ceremony! 🎉 We are beyond proud of every participant who showed up, gave it their all, and inspired us with their strength, dedication, and spirit. 💪💛 From first-time competitors to returning champions, YOU are what makes the GAO so special. Seeing our community come together to celebrate active living, friendship, and achievement is what it’s all about. A huge thank you to our athletes, volunteers, staff, sponsors, and supporters who made this event unforgettable. 👏 Let the good times roll! 🎭✨ Keep moving, keep shining, and we’ll see you next year!
Barry's Bistro Bar & Grill McAllen
Looking for the perfect venue for your next event or celebration? Embassy Suites McAllen has got you covered! Our elegant spaces are ideal for gatherings of any size, and our delicious catering options will impress your guests. ✨ Beautiful event spaces 🍽️ Mouth-watering dishes prepared by our expert chefs 🎈 Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, corporate events, and more! Let us make your event unforgettable! Contact us today to book your space. 📞(956) 688-8329
Embassy Suites McAllen Convention Center
Looking for the perfect venue for your next event or celebration? Embassy Suites McAllen has got you covered! Our elegant spaces are ideal for gatherings of any size, and our delicious catering options will impress your guests. ✨ Beautiful event spaces 🍽️ Mouth-watering dishes prepared by our expert chefs 🎈 Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, corporate events, and more! Let us make your event unforgettable! Contact us today to book your space. 📞(956) 688-8329
McAllen Parks and Recreation
✨🎶 A Magical Evening Awaits! 🎶✨ Join us at Lark Community Center for a night filled with fun, music, and celebration! 💃🕺 Mark your calendar for this special evening designed for dads and daughters to share laughs, dance the night away, and create unforgettable memories together. 💖 Get ready for sweet moments, big smiles, and memories that will last a lifetime! 🌟👑
McAllen Parks and Recreation
✨ What a GOLDEN day at Las Palmas Community Center! ✨ Our Golden Age Olympics Bingo/Lotería Event was filled with big laughs, lucky cards, and even bigger smiles 💛🎉 From exciting wins to sweet moments shared with friends, this was truly a celebration of community and fun! Thank you to everyone who joined us, volunteered, and helped make this event so special. 🏆🎱 Your energy made the day unforgettable! Stay tuned for more events coming soon, we can’t wait to see you again! 🌟
International Museum of Art & Science
🎉 Lunar New Year Festival at IMAS 📅 February 21, 2026 🕰️ 10AM - 5PM 📍 International Museum of Art & Science, 1900 W. Nolana Ave, McAllen, TX (Corner of Nolana and Bicentennial) Join us for the 14th Annual Lunar New Year Festival as we welcome the Year of the Horse. Enjoy traditional Chinese, Korean, and Taiwanese games, crafts, calligraphy, performances, food vendors, and more. Shop from local vendors offering handmade crafts, art, jewelry, clothing, and treats inspired by Asian culture and traditions. It’s a full day of culture, community, and celebration at IMAS. ADMISSION RATES General Admission: $9 Children (3-12): $5 Students (w/ID): $5 Seniors (65+): $5 Museums for All (WIC/EBT): $3 Please present WIC/EBT card at the admissions desk. IMAS Members: Free Children 0-2: Free Educators (PreK-12 Public School w/ID): Free Veterans, Active Military, & First Responders (w/ID): Free Please present educator, veteran, military, or first responder ID at the admissions desk for verification.
International Museum of Art & Science
Last year was unforgettable. 🧧✨ Cultural performances. Incredible food. Local vendors. A full day of community celebration. Now it’s time to do it all again. Join us this Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) for our Lunar New Year Festival. Shop local artisans. Enjoy amazing food and drinks. Experience cultural performances and hands-on activities. Celebrate together as we welcome the New Year. Bring your family. Bring your friends. Start the year with us at IMAS. 🐴🎉
International Museum of Art & Science
Shop local and celebrate the Lunar New Year at IMAS. 🧧✨ Join us Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) and explore a vibrant marketplace of handmade goods inspired by Asian culture and creativity. 🛍️ Featured Artisans: 1_rinconcitosuculento 9ine5ive6eis alunaisla casa_de_luna_candle_ heavycrumb Mint Royale Shop namastemaganda ode2u.cafe rgvkpoplife georgette.barrera theclosetworm_rgv written.charm yayas.jewels Discover unique gifts, support small businesses, and experience a festive cultural celebration all in one place. We cannot wait to welcome you to IMAS.
Il Forno a Legna
A toast to bold flavors 🍹✨ Celebrate Margarita Day with our Guava Glow — Limited Edition, a vibrant cocktail made to shine and elevate every sip. Bright, refreshing, and unforgettable, just like the perfect celebration. Available only February 20th–21st. Don’t miss the glow.
McAllen Parks and Recreation
Plants, purple, and plenty of personality! 🌿💜💛💚 Yesterday Palm View Community Center, teamed up with Keep McAllen Beautiful for a special Adopt-a-Plant Day, and our seniors added their own festive twist! 🎭✨ Decked out in their best Mardi Gras costumes, they showed up in full celebration mode while giving new plants a happy home. 🌱 From beads and masks to big smiles and blooming greenery, it was a day full of color, laughter, and community spirit! Scroll through to see all the fabulous fits and fresh plants! 📸🌼
Santa Diabla McAllen
🎉🔥 BIRTHDAY BASH ALERT! 🔥🎉 Join us Friday, February 20th for Kanela Del Karibe’s Birthday Bash you don’t want to miss! 💃🏽✨ 🌟 Special Guest: RuPaul’s Drag Race star Juicy Love Dion 🤝 Meet & Greet: 11PM 🕛 Showtime: 12AM 🔞 21+ | No Cover with Valid ID 💸 Tickets: • $5 Pre-Sale • $10 at the Door • $10 Meet & Greet 📍 1704 Dallas Ave, McAllen, TX Come party at Downtown McAllen’s #1 LGBTQ+ Nightclub 🏳️🌈💖 Music. Drag. Energy. Celebration. Tag your crew and pull up! 🎶💄🔥 #KanelaBirthdayBash #JuicyLoveDion #DragShow #McAllenNightlife LGBTQNightclub DowntownMcAllen PartyWithPride 🏳️🌈✨
McAllen Chamber of Commerce
It’s here! 🎉 Take a look at this week’s Ribbon Report and see which businesses we’re celebrating. https://mcallenchamber.com/events/
The Quarter New Orleans Kitchen and Tap Room
The countdown is almost over… Mardi Gras is tomorrow! 🎭💜💚💛 Only 1 day left until we bring the beads, the flavors, and the full New Orleans energy to McAllen. Get ready for the ultimate Mardi Gras celebration on February 17th — you don’t want to miss this one. Join us and celebrate Mardi Gras the right way! 🎉✨ 📍 100 E Nolana Ave, McAllen #MardiGrasMcAllen #TheQuarterMcAllen #NewOrleansVibes
Oak Texas Bar & Grill - Southtown
TOMORROW ‼️ The $4.99 TACO TUESDAY special is BACK 🌮🔥 (One day only!) Celebration beads 🎉 Drink specials 🍹 Happy Hour vibes 🍻 Pull up hungry. Leave happyyy.
Oak Texas Bar & Grill - Southtown
TOMORROW ‼️ The $4.99 TACO TUESDAY special is BACK 🌮🔥 (One day only!) Celebration beads 🎉 Drink specials 🍹 Happy Hour vibes 🍻 Pull up hungry. Leave happyyy.
The Gremlin
Tuesday Open Mic — Mardi Gras Celebration at The Gremlin 🎭 We’re turning Open Mic into a full Mardi Gras night. Live performers, late-night energy, and a menu stacked with beignets, shrimp po’boys, and fried baskets coming out hot. Bring your instruments, your crew, and your NOLA spirit — the stage is open and the vibe stays strong all night. 📍 The Gremlin 🎤 Open Mic All Night Sign up at 9:45
The Gremlin
Tuesday Open Mic — Mardi Gras Celebration at The Gremlin 🎭 We’re turning Open Mic into a full Mardi Gras night. Live performers, late-night energy, and a menu stacked with beignets, shrimp po’boys, and fried baskets coming out hot. Bring your instruments, your crew, and your NOLA spirit — the stage is open and the vibe stays strong all night. 📍 The Gremlin 🎤 Open Mic All Night Sign up at 9:45
McAllen Food Park
Thank you for spending your Valentine’s evening with us and supporting our amazing vendors. The celebration isn’t over—come back and join us again today for more love, shopping, and special moments. Food trucks: Taqueria El 956 La Dos Veinti2 Fruit-On-Ice Taqueria Los Brother’s SnoBroRaspas Tacos Y Antojitos Mexicanos Los Chilangos Nieve Mexicana “kikiribu” Sazón Poblano rgv Rincon Del Gocho Fonzy’s AR Wings
McAllen Food Park
Thank you for spending your Valentine’s evening with us and supporting our amazing vendors. The celebration isn’t over—come back and join us again today for more love, shopping, and special moments. Food trucks: Taqueria El 956 La Dos Veinti2 Fruit-On-Ice Taqueria Los Brother’s SnoBroRaspas Tacos Y Antojitos Mexicanos Los Chilangos Nieve Mexicana "kikiribu" Sazón Poblano rgv Rincon Del Gocho Fonzy’s AR Wings
Kumori Sushi & Teppanyaki - Ridge View
A roll made to be shared. ✨🍣 Meru Roll delivers fresh flavor and perfect crunch, ideal for continuing your Valentine’s celebration in an ambiance full of love. Try it today. #Kumori #Sushi #RGV #EatMoreSushi #MeruRoll
McAllen Chamber of Commerce
The McAllen Chamber of Commerce and McAllen Economic Development Corporation were honored to attend the 30th Anniversary Celebration of South Texas Health System Heart. South Texas Health System Heart is celebrating three decades of excellence in cardiovascular care and the tremendous impact STHS Heart has had on the health and well-being of our community. Congratulations to the entire STHS Heart team on this remarkable milestone! South Texas Health System
McAllen Parks and Recreation
🎉 Got a little one who loves to run? 🎉 It’s time for bright lights, big laughs, and little runners taking off at our Tiny 2K Glow Run at Las Palmas Community Center Park 🏃♀️✨This magical evening is all about fun, fitness, and confidence, giving kids the chance to light up the course in a safe, high-energy, glow-filled celebration 💫🌈 👟 From the starting line excitement to the finish line cheers, it’s a memory they’ll never forget! ⚠️ Spots go quickly, sign your child up today and let them run, glow, and shine! 👉 McAllenMarathon.com #ClarkChevrolet #Q7Sports
Bubba's 33 - McAllen, TX
Happy Galentine’s Day! 💖👯♀️ 🍕Gather your besties and head to Bubba’s for a celebration filled with laughter, love, and delicious treats! Tag your Galentine squad below
McAllen Convention Center
What a fantastic way to close out the evening! ✨ We were proud to host the Awards Banquet by Rhodes Enterprises in our Ballroom, welcoming over 300 attendees for a memorable celebration. From elegant décor to a full house of distinguished guests, it was a night to remember! 👉 Looking to host your next event with us? Visit experiencemcallen.net to start planning today.
McAllen Convention Center
What a fantastic way to close out the evening! ✨ We were proud to host the Awards Banquet by Rhodes Enterprises in our Ballroom, welcoming over 300 attendees for a memorable celebration. From elegant décor to a full house of distinguished guests, it was a night to remember! 👉 Looking to host your next event with us? Visit experiencemcallen.net to start planning today.
Wild Birds Unlimited
There's something special about watching birds visit your backyard 🐦 By offering safe, reliable feeders and quality seed, we can support local birds while inviting more life to our everyday spaces. And this week, those moments matter even more!! The Great Backyard Bird Count (2/13- 2/17) is a worldwide celebration of birds, and your backyard can be part of it! Every feeder visit, every observation helps scientist better understand and protect bird populations. By simply watching and counting the birds you see, you're helping support bird conservation on a global scale 🌎 Happy birding, from the RGV's friendly backyard bird feeding specialists! 💛🐦 #wbumcallen #rgvbirds #backyardbirding #mcallentexas #riograndevalley #Riograndevalleytexas For more information on GBBC visit: https://www.birdcount.org/ WBU feeders featured in video: https://order.wbu.com/mcallen/bird-food/suet-mealworms
La Costa Grill McAllen
Where fire meets flavor 🔥 Our Whole Red Snapper, grilled to perfection alongside vibrant bell peppers 🌶️🫑, is a feast for the eyes and the palate. Golden on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside 🐟—every bite is a celebration of taste. Come savor the experience at La Costa Grill ✨ 📍3300 Expressway 83, Suite 1235, McAllen, TX #LaCostaGrill #RedSnapperZarandeado #McAllenEats #SeafoodLovers #GourmetDining #FineDiningExperience #RGVFoodies #FoodieGoals
Casa de Palmas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
✨ Market on Main is turning it up a notch ✨ We’ve got nearly 100 incredible vendors serving up handmade goods, art, treats, fashion, and more — aka your new favorite local finds 🛍️ 🎶 Live music all day with Double Cut and Texas Storm on stages at each end of Main Street 🎧 DJ Jerry will be keeping the vibes going while you shop. 💍 And something truly special… a mass wedding at Archer Park with 30+ couples saying “I do” ❤️ This is more than a market — it’s a full-on downtown celebration. Come shop, dance, eat, and witness love in the heart of McAllen! 📍 Market on Main | Downtown McAllen
✨ Market on Main is turning it up a notch ✨ We’ve got nearly 100 incredible vendors serving up handmade goods, art, treats, fashion, and more — aka your new favorite local finds 🛍️ 🎶 Live music all day with Double Cut and Texas Storm on stages at each end of Main Street 🎧 DJ Jerry will be keeping the vibes going while you shop. 💍 And something truly special… a mass wedding at Archer Park with 30+ couples saying “I do” ❤️ This is more than a market — it’s a full-on downtown celebration. Come shop, dance, eat, and witness love in the heart of McAllen! 📍 Market on Main | Downtown McAllen
McAllen Chamber of Commerce
Check out the latest Ribbon Report and see what’s new! 🎉 https://mcallenchamber.com/events/
Oak Texas Bar & Grill - North Park
🎉 BeNiTo BoWl 🐰🏈 Join us for the biggest Bad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime Watch Party + Reggaeton Celebration! 🔥💃 🍻 DJs • Cold Beer • Mimosas 🎶 Reggaeton Vibes All Night 🍾 Sunday Funday Until 2 AM
Romano's Macaroni Grill- McAllen
National Fettuccine Alfredo Day is a celebration dedicated to one of the most indulgent and iconic pasta dishes... Fettuccine Alfredo. Observed on February 7th each year, this day pays homage to the rich and creamy Italian American classic that has delighted taste buds for generations. Celebrate this special day at Macaroni Grill. macaronigrill.com 📞 956-687-3500 #MacaroniGrillMcAllen #Pasta #Italian #FettuccineAlfredo #RGVeats #mcallenconventioncenter
International Museum of Art & Science
Grateful for Water On Exhibit at the IMAS January 14 - April 26, 2026 The Grateful for Water art contest is an annual initiative hosted by McAllen Public Utility’s Water Education Team, designed specifically for high school students who live in McAllen. The contest encourages students to explore the value of water in their daily lives, reflecting on its importance in our community, environment, and future. Participants are challenged to express their creativity while considering the role water plays in sustaining life and the responsibility we all share to conserve this vital resource. 2025 marked the third year of MPU hosting this contest, which featured an impressive array of paintings and drawings from students across the city. The theme this past year was “Clean Water, Clean Future.” Each piece highlights water and its beauty, significance, and the importance of smart water usage, offering unique perspectives and creative interpretations of the theme. The students’ artwork provides viewers with an engaging and meaningful visual experience. The winning and participating artworks are proudly displayed in this exhibit as a celebration of creativity, education, and environmental stewardship. Through this contest, McAllen Public Utility aims to inspire a deeper appreciation for water among our city’s youth and encourage them to become thoughtful stewards of this essential resource. We are grateful to all the students who participated and hope their work motivates the community to reflect on the importance of water in daily life. https://theimasonline.org/grateful-for-water/ #mcallenpublicworks #ExploreIMAS #mcallen #mcallentx
McAllen Chamber of Commerce
This week’s Chamber Chatter features member news, upcoming events, and opportunities you don’t want to miss. https://mcallenchamber.com/events/
Il Forno a Legna
World Pizza Day deserves a proper celebration 🍕✨ This February 9th, we’re doing it the best way we know how: 🔥 2x1 on ALL pizzas 🔥 Wood-fired, handmade, topped with the good stuff and meant to be shared. Dine in or take it to go — just don’t miss it. Because one pizza is never enough. See you on Feb 9th at Il Forno. 📍 3817 N 10th St #5, McAllen, TX 78501
McAllen Parks and Recreation
Photos from Keep McAllen Beautiful, Inc.'s post
Texas Roadhouse
Celebrate Valentines Day with us at our Daddy/Daughter Night next Tuesday! 🎉 Don't miss out! Scan the QR code or click the link below to secure your spot. Who’s excited to make memories together? 💐💝 https://forms.office.com/r/mrgSjJfSbi *Valid at this location only.
McAllen Performing Arts Center
Let's come together McAllen and participate in this great event.
Toloa Rooftop
Always steak, always bold. 🔥 A cut that speaks the language of fire, flavor, and celebration—just how we like it. RSVP 📞 (956) 833 2792
McAllen Public Library
Stay & Create: Bold Creations brings art and creativity to the Palm View Branch Library on Wednesday, February 4 at 6PM. In celebration of Black History Month, vivargv will lead a fun, hands on art activity inspired by contemporary African American artists. Kids ages 5 to 11 can explore bold colors, creative ideas, and make their own artwork to take home.
McAllen Public Library
Stay & Create: Bold Creations brings art and creativity to the Palm View Branch Library on Wednesday, February 4 at 6PM. In celebration of Black History Month, Village In the Valley (ViVa) will lead a fun, hands on art activity inspired by contemporary African American artists. Kids ages 5 to 11 can explore bold colors, creative ideas, and make their own artwork to take home.
International Museum of Art & Science
Piñatabstract By: Josuè Rawmirez February 14, 2026 – July 26, 2026 https://theimasonline.org/pinatabstract/ Piñatabstract is a celebration and multimedia exploration of the piñata tradition through craft, performance, large scale work and new media. The solo exhibition includes sculptural installations, wearable art, recycled paper, video and ceramic work. It showcases the techniques and aesthetic of the culturally rich iconography of the piñata while at the same time expanding and challenges the notions behind the object, practice and its place within our collective imagination. This project is supported by an Arts Respond grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts. @txcommarts @neaarts @raw_mirez
International Museum of Art & Science
Piñatabstract By: Josuè Rawmirez February 14, 2026 – July 26, 2026 Piñatabstract is a celebration and multimedia exploration of the piñata tradition through craft, performance, large scale work and new media. The solo exhibition includes sculptural installations, wearable art, recycled paper, video and ceramic work. It showcases the techniques and aesthetic of the culturally rich iconography of the piñata while at the same time expanding and challenges the notions behind the object, practice and its place within our collective imagination. This project is supported by an Arts Respond grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts. txcommarts neaarts raw_mirez
International Museum of Art & Science
Grateful for Water On Exhibit at the IMAS January 14 - April 26, 2026 mcallenpublicutility The Grateful for Water art contest is an annual initiative hosted by McAllen Public Utility’s Water Education Team, designed specifically for high school students who live in McAllen. The contest encourages students to explore the value of water in their daily lives, reflecting on its importance in our community, environment, and future. Participants are challenged to express their creativity while considering the role water plays in sustaining life and the responsibility we all share to conserve this vital resource. 2025 marked the third year of MPU hosting this contest, which featured an impressive array of paintings and drawings from students across the city. The theme this past year was “Clean Water, Clean Future.” Each piece highlights water and its beauty, significance, and the importance of smart water usage, offering unique perspectives and creative interpretations of the theme. The students’ artwork provides viewers with an engaging and meaningful visual experience. The winning and participating artworks are proudly displayed in this exhibit as a celebration of creativity, education, and environmental stewardship. Through this contest, McAllen Public Utility aims to inspire a deeper appreciation for water among our city’s youth and encourage them to become thoughtful stewards of this essential resource. We are grateful to all the students who participated and hope their work motivates the community to reflect on the importance of water in daily life. https://theimasonline.org/grateful-for-water/ #mcallenpublicworks #ExploreIMAS #mcallen #mcallentx
Wild Birds Unlimited
In 1994, February was established as National Bird Feeding Month 🐦 to encourage people to discover the joy of bird feeding during a season when birds may struggle to find natural food sources. Join in the celebration by providing high-fat foods 🥜, keeping a fresh water source available 💧, and offering shelter from the wintry elements. 🛒 mywbu.com/mcallen Featured Birds: White-breasted Nuthatch and House Finch Featured Food: No-Mess Seed Cylinder Featured Feeder: Retro Vintage Cylinder Feeder
Helium Trampoline Park
🎉🎂 WHO WANTS TO WIN A FREE 5-JUMPER BIRTHDAY PARTY?! 🎂🎉 We’re giving ONE lucky winner a FREE birthday party at Helium Trampoline Park 🤸♂️✨ 🎁 WHAT YOU WIN: ✔️ 5 Jumpers ✔️ Jumping fun for all ages ✔️ The ultimate birthday celebration! 👉 HOW TO ENTER: 1️⃣ Like this post ❤️ 2️⃣ Follow @HeliumTrampolinePark 3️⃣ Comment “JUMP” and tag 2 friends 🎉 4️⃣ Share this post to your story & tag us for a BONUS ENTRY! 🏆 Winner announced soon — don’t miss out! Promo does not apply to previously booked parties.
Suerte Bar&Grill
Tables ready ✅ Botellas popping ✅ Reserve your bottle service at Suerte Bar & Grill and make any celebration count 🎉🍾 #rgv #explorepage #bottleservice #serviceindustry #serverlife
South Texas College Theatre
Great success at yesterday's celebration of Navy Week! Thank you @navy.outreach & @navy_band_southeast for allowing us to enjoy such an incredible performance. Thank you for your service. And thank you Daughters of the American Revolution for the delicious pastries.