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FRIDAY
COSMIC COMMUNITY FEST
The weekend of divine feminine energy and alignment with a positive frequency will include dance, yoga, reiki, tantra, art, meals and more.
WHEN Friday and Saturday
WHERE Corazón Yoga Studio, 1301 N. Main St., McAllen
COST $30 day pass and $50 for the weekend; email [email protected] for tickets
2017 SOUTH TEXAS COMIC CON
The two-day event will include panels, autograph opportunities, cosplay, workshops and gaming. Special guests include luchador Rey Mysterio, “Hellboy” star Ron Perlman (Saturday only) and David Yost of “Mighty Morphin Power Rangers.”
WHEN Saturday and Sunday
WHERE McAllen Convention Center, 700 Convention Center Blvd., McAllen
COST Passes available at southtexascomiccon.com; children 5 and under are free
BACK TO SCHOOL JUMP
Children will have a blast while parents have a night off during Jump Up for Fun’s Back To School Parents Night Out. Drop the kids off and enjoy a special offer for date night at neighboring restaurant, Boka 400, or stay and hang out.
WHEN Jump Up For Fun, 400 W. Nolana Ave., Suite K, McAllen
WHERE 6 p.m. Friday
LIVE MUSIC
Somethin’ Else will perform
WHEN 8 p.m. Friday
WHERE Ignite Lounge,
502 W. Trenton Road, Edinburg
PAUL HOBBS WINE DINNER
Several Paul Hobbs wines will be available.
WHEN 6 p.m. Friday
WHERE Santa Fe Steakhouse & Cantina,
1918 S. 10th St., McAllen
DAVID DONDERO LIVE
David Dondero, a Minnesota-based songwriter, will perform live with Scum Dogs, Lunar Heart, Ruben Farias and Julian Garcia.
WHEN 8 p.m. Friday
WHERE Yerberia Cultura, 613 S. 17th St., McAllen
LIVE MUSIC
An Ankle Lock Promotion presents performances by Archangel A.D., Pulsus, The Valley, Unrisen Pain and I am Heir.
WHEN 10 p.m. Friday
WHERE Hop Shop, 923 S. 7th St., Harlingen
SUNSET YOGA
Yoga has immense benefits that you can utilize beyond the mat — intentional breathing relieves stress within the body and mind while the physical movement increases circulation and range of motion in a gentle and gradual way.
WHEN 6:15 p.m. Friday
WHERE McAllen Nature Center, 4101 U.S. Business 83, McAllen
COST $1 donation
STAND UP PADDLEBOARD WORKOUT
The 30-minute SUP workout features two laps around the lake, with a stationary workout inbetween. Borrow a paddleboard or bring your own. Come early to reserve your spot.
WHEN 6 p.m. Friday
WHERE Town Lake at Firemen’s Park, 201 N. 1st St., McAllen
COST $10
FRIDAY NIGHT HIKE
Enjoy an evening with the creatures of the night! Bring a flashlight, bug spray, and wear close-toed shoes. We’ll spend an hour slowly covering about 1/2 mile of trails, carefully and quietly looking for anything we might see along the path. We’ll look for spiders, bats, frogs, toads, scorpions, and nocturnal birds.
WHEN 7:30 p.m. Friday
WHERE McAllen Nature Center, 4101 U.S. Business 83, McAllen
COST $1 donation
PADDLE AND PEDAL TOWN LAKE
Pedal boat and kayak rentals available.
WHEN 4 p.m. Friday
WHERE Town Lake at Firemen’s Park, 201 N.
1st St., McAllen
SATURDAY
AR SHOW
Texas Tops invites new, old, restored, original, two-wheeled, and four-wheeled vehicles. The first 50 cars will receive free Dairy Queen ice cream.
WHEN 6 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Texas Tops Truck Accessories, 810 U.S. Business 83, McAllen
COST Free
HEART WALK
The Rio Grande Valley Congenital Heart Walk aims to raise funs for congenital heart disease.
WHEN 7:30 a.m. Saturday
WHERE Edinburg Municipal Park, 714 S. Raul Longoria Road, Edinburg
SING FOR A DRINK
This children’s singing contest is offered for ages 10 and under. The top three contestants win a free Lunatic Milkshake voucher.
WHEN 6 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Luna Coffee House, 113 W. Nolana Ave., McAllen
COST Free; register via message to https://www.facebook.com/LunaCoffeeHouseMcAllen/
ELI IXBA
Mexican electronic artist Eli Ixba will perform.
WHEN 10 p.m. Saturday
WHERE The Side Room, 323 S. 17th St., McAllen
DONATION DROPOFF
DJ Sonny will play the best in Tejano, country and oldies and will collect donations for Hurricane Harvey.
WHEN 8 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Outta Town Dance Hall, 204 Elida St., Mission
GRANDPARENTS WEEKEND
IMAS give thanks to those who helped raise us and pay tribute to a generation that still inspires us toward greater horizons.
WHEN Saturday and Sunday
WHERE International Museum of Art & Science, 1900 W. Nolana Ave., McAllen
LIVE MUSIC
Bobaflex and Ratchet Dolls will perform live.
WHEN 7 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Sofie’s ‘SS’ Saloon, 6801 S. 10th St., McAllen
UFC AT GAMEHAUS
UFC 215: Johnson vs Borg will air.
WHEN 7 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Gamehaus Gastropub, 2109 W. Nolana Ave., McAllen
DOWNTOWN BOYS
The band will perform live.
WHEN 8 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Yerberia Cultura, 613 S. 17th St., McAllen
HURRICANE HARVEY RELIEF SHOW
Donations in the form of supplies will serve as the entry fee for the show featuring The Click-La Klika, Undermine Authority, Revelation, Allied Forces, Redemption by Cutting Fists, Crisco Kidd, Back to Riverdale and Trio Nuevo Amanecer.
WHEN 5 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Half Moon Saloon, 1101 E. Adams St., Brownsville
SOUTH TEXAS STREET REVOLUTION
The fastest street cars in the Rio Grande Valley battle it out for supremecy.
WHEN 8:30 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Edinburg Motorsports Park, 15920 U.S. 281, Edinburg,
SOMOS MÚSICA FEST
The festival will include original performances by Chrebet, De la Rosa, Arcanedisplay, Leonado and Apache Pistol. The show is all ages, and anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, visit www.somosmusicafest.com.
WHEN 9:30 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Cine El Rey, 311 S. 17th St., McAllen
COST $10 at the door
GRANDPARENTS WEEKEND
The Museum of South Texas History will offer family events to honor grandparents and celebrate the preservation of family traditions.
WHEN 11 a.m. Saturday
WHERE Museum of South Texas History, 200 N. Closner Blvd., Edinburg
COST Free until noon; regular admission is $7 per adult, $5 per senior and student and $4 per child ages 4 to 12
FAMILY NATURE WALK
WHEN 7 p.m. Saturday
WHERE McAllen Nature Center, 4101 U.S. Business 83, McAllen
BUTTERFLY WALK
Join a staff naturalist for a 1/2 mile walk to explore butterflies! To date, more than 80 species of butterflies have been documented onsite. Loaner binoculars are available free of charge. No experience necessary. Bring a camera if desired. In the event of rain or extreme temperatures, the program will be canceled and the site will be closed.
WHEN 9 a.m. Saturday
WHERE McAllen Nature Center, 4101 U.S. Business 83, McAllen
COST $1 donation
SONGBIRD STROLL
Join an expert birder on a one hour bird walk for all skill levels! More than 200 species have been seen. How many can you spot?
WHEN 8:30 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Quinta Mazatlán World Birding Center, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen
COST $3
NATURE TOTS
This program is a nature play program designed specifically for the youngest visitors ages1 to 3.
WHEN 9:30 a.m. Saturday
WHERE Quinta Mazatlán World Birding Center,
600 Sunset Drive, McAllen
COST $3
DISCOVERY DAYS
Every Saturday you can visit the Discovery Museum at Quinta Mazatlán for a special presentation about a featured creature with activities, crafts, and exploration.
WHEN 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Quinta Mazatlán World Birding Center, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen
TAI CHI IN THE PARK
Tai Chi has positive effects on balance control, fitness and flexibility. Elderly and people with disabilities can also work within their limits. Wear comfortable clothing and flexible shoes, and bring water. This program is offered every Saturday. In the event of rain, the program will be canceled.
WHEN 8 a.m. Saturday
WHERE McAllen Nature Center, 4101 U.S. Business 83, McAllen
COST $1
STAND UP PADDLEBOARD WORKOUT
The 30-minute SUP workout features two laps around the lake, with a stationary workout inbetween. Borrow a paddleboard or bring your own. Come early to reserve your spot.
WHEN 6 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Town Lake at Firemen’s Park, 201 N. First St., McAllen
COST $10
PADDLE AND PEDAL TOWN LAKE
Bring the family and pedal boat, kayak, or stand-up paddleboard on Town Lake! Rent one of ours, or bring your own canoe or kayak.
WHEN 4 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Town Lake at Firemen’s Park, 201 N. First St., McAllen
VOLUNTEER DAYS
Do you have a love for nature and are interested in helping our community flourish?
WHEN 8:30 a.m. Saturday
WHERE Quinta Mazatlán World Birding Center,
600 Sunset Drive, McAllen
SUNDAY
DOUBLE FEATURE: ‘THE CROW’ AND ‘THE CRAFT’
Free popcorn accompanies the double film feature and a gothic dance party will follow until 1 a.m.
WHEN 6 p.m. Sunday
WHERE Cine El Rey, 311 S. 17th St., McAllen
COST Free
HANDS IN ART MARKET
Every second Sunday of the month, the art market will take place.
WHEN 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday
WHERE Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce, 202 W. Tom Landry St., Mission
METRO STATION
The band will perform live with Assuming We Survive, Avion Roe, Lancifer, Sine Cura and Kingsway.
WHEN 6 p.m. Sunday
WHERE Sofie’s ‘SS’
Saloon, 6801 S. 10th St., McAllen
DRAB MAJESTY
The L.A.-based band will perform with Blocked Numbers and Lakewash.
WHEN 7 p.m. Sunday
WHERE Yerberia Cultura, 613 S. 17th St., McAllen
PADDLE AND PEDAL TOWN LAKE
Bring the family and pedal boat, kayak, or stand-up paddleboard on Town Lake! Rent one of ours, or bring your own canoe or kayak.
WHEN 4 p.m. Sunday
WHERE Town Lake at Firemen’s Park, 201 N. First St., McAllen