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FRIDAY
DIEZ Y SEIS DE SEPTIEMBRE PHARR PHESTIVAL
The event will feature music, family fun and food, as well as a jalapeño eating contest with $100 prize and a grito contest with $100 prize.
WHEN 6 to 10 p.m. Friday
WHERE Jones Box Park, 1201 Rosa Lane in Pharr
ROCK ANGELS PRESENTS ARKAIK WITH SEEKER
Live rock music with artists Arkaik, Seeker, Alterbeast, Enfold Darkness, Inanimate Existence and Wolf King.
WHEN 6 p.m. Friday
WHERE Sofie’s SS Saloon, 6801 S. 10th St., McAllen
COST $15
SOMETHIN’ ELSE
The duo will perform live, offering acoustic classic rock, country, blues, oldies and contemporary music.
WHEN 8 p.m. Friday
WHERE Ignite Lounge, 502 W. Trenton Road, Edinburg
SELENA TRIBUTE EVENT
Join a celebration of one of the most influential Latina artists of all time and sign up for the official Selena look-alike contest.
WHEN 9 p.m. Friday
WHERE The Tipsy Tavern Bar & Grill, 2230 S. 77 Sunshine Strip, Harlingen
TEQUILA TASTING
Celebrate Mexican Independence Day with Jose Cuervo Tequila.
WHEN 7 to 9 p.m. Friday
WHERE Palenque Grill, 421 E. Nolana Ave., McAllen
KYLE PARK
The country singer will perform live.
WHEN 9 p.m. Friday
WHERE Guilly’s Honky Tonk, 9800 W. Frontage Road, La Feria
ROCK TRIBUTE CONCERT
Overt Enemy will perform a Slayer tribute, Sleeping Village will perform a Black Sabbath tribute and No Remorse will perform a Metallica tribute show.
WHEN 9 p.m. Friday
WHERE Treviños Lounge, 407 N. Nebraska Ave., San Juan
HURRICANE HARVEY BENEFIT SHOW
The mixed genre show will benefit the people of South Texas affected by Hurricane Harvey. The show will feature Mind Over Matter, Sycosis, In Shades, PalmLeaf Skylines, Voicemail Apology and Wizard Wolf.
WHEN 10 p.m. Friday
WHERE Hop Shop, 923 S. 7th St., Harlingen
ALICE IN DRUMPFLAND
Favorite queens take on the mad, mad world of “Alice in Drumpfland.”
WHEN 9 p.m. Friday
WHERE Yerberia Cultura, 613 S. 17th St., McAllen
EDINBURG: CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT
The UTRGV String Faculty will perform with guest artist Alejandro Drago on violin.
WHEN 7 p.m. Friday
WHERE University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Performing Arts Complex in Edinburg
COST Free
VIVA MEXICO DIA DEL GRITO
The event will include bar specials and giveaways.
WHEN Friday
WHERE Sip Lounge, 4315 S. McColl Road, Edinburg
LIVE MUSIC
Manny Carrizales, Jose Sanchez and Isai Charles will perform.
WHEN 8 p.m. Friday
WHERE The Prelude Songwriters Club, 113 E. Jackson Ave., Harlingen
COST 25 cents
LIVE MUSIC
Roy Solis Jr. will perform
WHEN 10 p.m. Friday
WHERE Pecker’s Neighborhood Bar and Grill, 1600 S. Westgate Drive, Weslaco
LIVE MUSIC
Alex Ruiz and Los Fandangos will perform
WHEN 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday
WHERE The Centennial Club, 1410 Austin Ave., McAllen
COST $20 per person or $30 per couple
HISPANIC HERITAGE GALLERY WALK
IDEA Tres Lagos Academy Hispanic Heritage Gallery Walk Students will create art work to display celebrating Hispanic Heritage. The event is open to all students.
WHEN 5:30 p.m. Friday
WHERE IDEA Tres Lagos, 5200 Tres Lagos Blvd., McAllen
NOCHE MEXICANA
Celebrate Diez y Seis de Septiembre with music, food, dancing, art, and a grito contest.
WHEN 6 p.m. Friday
WHERE Bannworth Park, 1822 N. Shary Road, Mission
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
LIVE MUSIC
Texas Wheels will perform for the dance.
WHEN 7 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Green Gate Grove, 2135 S. Bentsen Palm Drive, Palmview
COST $6
HISPANIC HERITAGE CELEBRATION
Celebrate Mexican Independence Day and Hispanic heritage with games, food, music, face painting and more.
WHEN 3 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Las Palmas Community Center, 1921 N. 25th St., McAllen
LIVE MUSIC
Austin’s hardcore/noise titans Total Abuse will perform with Aracnido, Damak and Noble Insect.
WHEN 8 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Yerberia Cultura,
613 S. 17th St., McAllen
FIESTAS PATRIAS 2017
Celebrate the 207th “Grito de Independencia” with free wrestling with Super Parka, el Hijo de Mascara Sagrada and el Pirata Morgan, an indoor soccer clinic with the Barracudas, music by Grupo Alianza, Mariachi 7 Leguas, Fito Olivares and Pura Sabrosura.
WHEN Noon Saturday
WHERE State Farm Arena, 2600 N. 10th St., Hidalgo
CONNECTING WITH CRAFTERS
View a wide variety of jewelry, handmade crafts, household goods, and much more from area vendors. All items are home crafted locally by the vendors.
WHEN 10 a.m. Saturday
WHERE McAllen Farmers Market, 4001 N. 23rd St., McAllen
COST Free
HURRICANE HARVEY CONCERT, BARBECUE FUNDRAISER
The Rotting Piñatas and RGV Music Scene are hosting a Hurricane Harvey benefit concert and barbecue fundraiser. One hundred percent of the proceeds and items donated will go to helping those affected by Hurricane Harvey. Bands scheduled to play include The All Nighters, Last Page, Mario Aleman, Bloodhounds, Patrick Lee, Rotting Piñatas, Cisco Kidd and Ten Ton Hammer. Donations sought include toiletries, school supplies, pet supplies and baby supplies.
WHEN 1 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Prim’s Place Live, 741 Main St., Alamo
16 DE SEPTIEMBRE CONCERT
Performances by Mariachi 7 Leguas and the Ballet Folkflorico from Matamoros “Ecensia Tamaholipeca.”
WHEN 7 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Harlingen Municipal Auditorium, 1204 Fair Park Blvd., Harlingen
COST Free
RGV SONGWRITERS IN THE ROUND
Some of the region’s premiere songwriters share the stage, swap songs, and reveal the stories behind their songs in an intimate listening room atmosphere. Joining host Alex Quantz this week are Benny Ybarra Music and Tina Van Music.
WHEN 8 p.m. Saturday
WHERE The Prelude Songwriters Club, 113 E. Jackson Ave., Harlingen
COST 25 cents
K-POP EVENT FEATURING VIXX
Fans of K-POP come together to enjoy music by VIXX, crafts and Korean snacks.
WHEN Noon Saturday
WHERE Dr. Hector P. Garcia Memorial Library, 434 S. Ohio St., Mercedes
DIEZ Y SEIS DE SEPTIEMBRE DINNER
Mariachi Xochipilli will perform.
WHEN 5:30 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Bourbon St. Grill, 4800 N. 10th St., McAllen
LIVE MUSIC
Hill Country Revival features country music.
WHEN 10 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Monster Car Wash, 2702 W. University Drive, Edinburg
5TH AT THE REESE COMEDY NIGHT
Mario “Superstar” Salazar will perform with opening acts Joshua Nieto and Mike Rao.
WHEN 8:30 p.m. Saturday
WHERE 5th at The Reese, 202 S. 1st St., Harlingen
COST $20 plus tax at http://mariocomedy916.bpt.me/
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 ages 1 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
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
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
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
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
CANELO ALVAREZ VS. GENNADY GOLOVKIN
Ages 21 and older are invited to watch the match and select from a dinner menu.
WHEN 5 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Brick House, 10 S. 11th St., McAllen
COST $15 at the door and $10 in advance
CANELO ALVAREZ VS. GENNADY GOLOVKIN
Seating is limited.
WHEN 6 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Europa Cuisine & Entertainment, 5112 W. Expressway 83, McAllen
COST $35 per person
SUNDAY
ART RECEPTION
David Freeman’s casual regionalism art exhibition features 20 large format photographic portraits of Rio Grande Valley friends, students and acquaintances that embrace their everyday, casual personas. Meet the artist. The exhibit will be on display through Nov. 30.
WHEN 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday
WHERE McAllen Public Library, 4001 N. 23rd St., McAllen
COST Free
OKTOBERFEST BRUNCH
The buffet will feature brunch items with some special German dishes.
WHEN 11 a.m. Sunday
WHERE Roosevelt’s at 7, 821 N. Main St., McAllen
COST $20 per person
ANNIVERSARY EVENT
The establishment celebrates three years with specials and music by Ruben Saenz, Ram Danesse, Eddie Saenz and more.
WHEN 11 a.m. Sunday
WHERE The Quarter New Orleans Kitchen and Tap Room, 100 E. Nolana Ave., McAllen
OPEN MIC NIGHT
Sign up in advance by visiting www.prelude.net/openmic.
WHEN 8 p.m. Sunday
WHERE The Prelude Songwriters Club, 113 E. Jackson Ave., Harlingen
COST 25 cents
SUNDAY SPEAKER SERIES: HURRICANE BEULAH COMMEMORATION
A representative from the National Weather Service of Brownsville will discuss how this hurricane affected the Valley and our neighbors south of the border. The presentation, “Beulah, Then and Now: Is the Valley Ready in 2017?”, will explore how this region would withstand another hurricane like Beulah. Following the presentation, guests can watch a short film on Hurricane Beulah followed by an exclusive screening of staff interviews who remember the hurricane’s wrath.
WHEN 2 p.m. Sunday
WHERE Museum of South Texas History, 200 N. Closner Blvd., Edinburg
LIVE MUSIC
Ghost Palace of Seattle will perform along with Palmleaf Skylines, Heavy Hugs, Ruben Farias and Tao.
WHEN 8 p.m. Sunday
WHERE Hop Shop, 923 S. 7th St., Harlingen
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
NATURE CHALLENGE FAMILY FUN DAY
Enjoy a family fun day as nature centers in the area gather to celebrate the end of the RGV Family Nature Challenge. The event will include the tram, archery, door prizes and nature activities.
WHEN 2 p.m. Sunday
WHERE Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, 3325 Green Jay, Alamo
SUNSET MEDITATION
We all work more efficiently with a clear mind. This meditation program explores simple techniques to reduce stress and increase well-being.
WHEN 6:15 p.m. Sunday
WHERE McAllen Nature Center, 4101 U.S. Business 83, McAllen
COST $1
