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FRIDAY
LAS POSADAS: ROAD TO CHRISTMAS
St. Paul Lutheran Church remembers the first Christmas journey of Joseph, Mary and Baby Jesus. Enjoy meeting Christmas characters, caroling, crafts, food and petting animals.
WHEN 5 to 8 p.m. Friday
WHERE St. Paul Lutheran Church, 300 Pecan Blvd., McAllen
I SLEIGH: A BEYONCE CHRISTMAS PARTY
The party will include holiday Beyonce tunes from the Destiny’s Child Christmas album and Santa hats.
WHEN 10 p.m. Friday
WHERE Tres, 301 S. 17th St., McAllen
CALL FROM THE HILLTOP AND BENNY YBARRA
The artists will perform live.
WHEN 8 p.m. Friday
WHERE The Prelude, 113 E. Jackson Ave., Harlingen
COST 25 cents
IGDA RGV MONTHLY MEETING
Meet with local game development companies and bring ideas on how to expand the gaming industry in the RGV. Everyone gaming related are more than welcomed to come and see what the IGDA has to offer.
WHEN 7 p.m. Friday
WHERE McAllen Creative Incubator, 601 N. Main St., McAllen
BEGINNING BIRDER SERIES: INTRO TO SHOREBIRDS
Interested in birding but don’t know where to start? Join us for our Beginner Birder Series, where a variety of bird groups will be explored, and tips for their identification will be discussed to elevate your birding game game. Seating is limited. Registration required.
WHEN 2 p.m. Friday
WHERE Edinburg Scenic Wetlands & World Birding Center, 714 S. Raul Longoria Road, Edinburg
COST $2 for non-members, free for members
SUNSET YOGA
We provide personalized instruction and custom poses to work for any body type and skill level. Yoga will support you in your journey to greater calm, joy, and awareness in all that you do.
WHEN 5 p.m. Friday
WHERE McAllen Nature Center, 4101 U.S. Business 83, McAllen
COST $1 suggested donation
‘HAPPY DAYS’
The Edinburg High School Dramaticats present “Happy Days,” which is based on the Paramount Pictures television series created by Garry Marshall.
WHEN 7 p.m. Friday
WHERE Edinburg High School Performing Arts Center, 2600 E. Wisconsin Road, Edinburg
COST $8 per person
‘THE WOLVES’
Left quad. Right quad. Lunge. A girls indoor soccer team warms up. From the safety of their suburban stretch circle, the team navigates big questions and wages tiny battles with all the vim and vigor of a pack of adolescent warriors. A portrait of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness for nine American girls who just want to score some goals.
WHEN 7 p.m. Friday
WHERE PSJA Southwest High School Theatre, 300 E. Rancho Blanco Road, Pharr
YOUNG ADULTS UGLY SWEATER PARTY
Have some pizza and compete in an ugly sweater contest with prizes for multiple categories.
WHEN 7 p.m. Friday
WHERE Palm Valley Church Young Adults, 1720 E. Griffin Parkway, Mission
JACK DANIELS RYE TASTING
Enjoy complimentary samples and learn more about this unique variation on Jack. This is a free event and no reservations are needed.
WHEN 6:30 p.m. Friday
WHERE Bob’s Steak & Chop House, 613 E. Trenton Road, Edinburg
CHRISTMAS COMMUNITY FAIR
Join us at the Donna Public Library to learn more about our community and what it has to offer! We will be having free Santa pictures (pictures will be developed Monday, Dec. 18) and much more.
WHEN 5:30 p.m. Friday
WHERE Donna Public Library, 301 S. Main St., Donna
CHARLES HEARN
The artist and his quartet will perform live with special guest Hilda Lamas.
WHEN 7 p.m. Friday
WHERE Colletti’s, 202 S. 1st St., Harlingen
2017 HOLIDAY VILLAGE
Brownsville Holiday Village offers a village of adorable
little cottages completely decorated inside and out for the holidays.
WHEN 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday
WHERE Dean Porter Park, 501 E. Ringgold St., Brownsville
SANTA CLAUS AT THE OUTLETS
Take a photograph with Santa.
WHEN Noon to 5 p.m. Friday
WHERE RGV Premium Outlets, 5001 E. Expressway 83, Mercedes
JUAN VILLAREAL COMEDY TOUR
For more than 22 years, Juan Villareal has been entertaining audiences from coast to coast with his own flavor of stand up comedy. With stories of family, growing up, getting old and other life experiences, Juan guarantees that every performance leaves the crowd wanting more.
WHEN 3 to 6 p.m. Friday
WHERE Top Box Entertainment, 1616 N. Jackson, Pharr
COST Tickets at topboxtickets.com
SATURDAY
MOVIES AT THE PARK: ‘POLAR EXPRESS’
The McAllen Convention Center is hosting a Holiday Movie in the Park featuring “The Polar Express” in Oval Park. Bring your blankets, chairs and hot cocoa. Get cozy and enjoy the evening with friends and family.
WHEN 6:30 p.m. Saturday
WHERE McAllen Convention Center, 700 Convention Center Blvd., McAllen
MOVIES AT THE PARK: ‘HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS’
Bring blankets and snacks but the popcorn is on us.
WHEN 6:30 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Lorenzo Garcia Park, 205 W. Polk Ave., Pharr
WINTER WONDERLAND FESTIVAL
Enjoy a night of music, art, handmade crafts, and local food! Shop local entrepreneurs, artists, and artisans work from ceramics, crocheting, jewelry, and much more.
WHEN 4 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Leo Peña Placita Park, Conway Avenue, Mission
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. Please be prompt. 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 per person suggested donation
SANTA’S ANIMAL FOREST FEST
Enjoy a stroller-friendly trail walk with creatures of the forest, and special inflatable holiday characters. Bring you camera and take pictures with Santa and the kids! Enjoy a special snow flurry machine, holiday arts and crafts, face painting, nature caroling, and more. Families will be treated to various on stage shows from holiday caroling, dancing and more!
WHEN 9 a.m. to noon Saturday
WHERE Quinta Mazatlán World Birding Center, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen
COST $5 per child, $3 per adult
PAWSADA
The event will offer live music, doggie goodie bags, photo shoots for dogs and a possible visit from Santa.
WHEN Noon Saturday
WHERE Coffee with Companions, 1113 Upas Ave., McAllen
GINGERBREAD HOUSE WORKSHOPS
Get your kids into the holiday spirit by having them decorate their own miniature gingerbread houses using graham crackers and our fun collection of craft supplies and candy. At the end of the day, the mess will stay here at IMAS and you can take home your child’s yummy creation.
WHEN 1 p.m. Saturday
WHERE International Museum of Art & Science, 1900 W. Nolana Ave., McAllen
COST $4 per participant
COOKING IN SEASON
Chef Dickens will demonstrate ways to cook healthy with local fresh organic produce found at the McAllen Farmers Market. From market to table, Chef Dickens will show you that you too can prepare a meal that will a tasty, healthy addition to your family’s meal.
WHEN 10:30 a.m. Saturday
WHERE McAllen Farmers Market, 4001 N. 23rd St., McAllen
COST Free
ALL FOR THE KIDS FESTIVAL
The event will include music, food and games along with a raffle for a “2017 Nissan Sentra CVT.” Santa will be available for pictures with the kids.
WHEN 5 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Edinburg Municipal Park, 714 S. Raul Longoria Road, Edinburg
SONG SWAP
The Song Swap series continues with Alex Quantz hosting this month and welcoming Andy Villela to the stage. During Song Swap, the artists share the stage and play one song after another giving you, the audience, some insight into the thought process of writing certain songs, fun stories, the occasional joke here and there. It makes for a great night of intimate song listening.
WHEN 8 p.m. Saturday
WHERE The Prelude, 113 E. Jackson Ave., Harlingen
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA COW
Join us for a memorable morning filled with fun holiday activities with Santa Cow and his elf friend. There will be a hot cocoa station, crafts, and kids will have a chance to write letters to Santa.
WHEN 10 a.m. Saturday
WHERE Chick-fil-A, 2709 W. Nolana Ave., McAllen
CHRISTMAS MARKET & FESTIVAL
Festival attendees will make homemade gingerbread s’mores, sip warm apple cider, enjoy popcorn & a movie on the lawn, decorate Christmas cookies, and write letters to Santa. We’ll also have a special Christmas Market under the barn with Christmas decor, handmade and locally-produced gifts, great food, and more. The market is free to everyone, but only festival ticket holders will be able to participate in the Christmas activities. To purchase tickets, call (956) 535-2117.
WHEN 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Wild August Nursery & Flower Farm, 16802 Garrett Road, Harlingen
WINTER WONDERLAND FESTIVAL
Snow Slide, Moonjump, Train, “Snow” experience, S’mores, Carnival Games, Crafts, and much more.Tamales, Hot chocolate and buñuelos are a few of the items that will be sold!
WHEN 3 p.m. Saturday
WHERE IDEA McAllen, 201 N. Bentsen Road, McAllen
LITTLE PAWS STORY TIME
Designed for ages 3 to 8, this program will keep your tot engaged through stories, activities, crafts, and animal interactions!
WHEN 10:30 a.m. Saturday
WHERE The Laurie P. Andrews PAWS Center, 2541 N. U.S. Expressway 83, McAllen
COST $5 per family
PHOTOS WITH SANTA
You and your pets are invited to join Forgotten Friends at Petco Mission for Photos with Santa. One hundred percent of your donation will be used to help a homeless animal.
WHEN 1 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Petco, 2519 E. Expressway 83, Mission
COST $9.95 donation
IT’S CHRISTMAS! A CELEBRATION OF CAROLS, COOKIES AND SKITS
Proceeds wiill benefit Weslaco’s Warming Station. Event tickets are available online. Purchasing online will reserve your seat for this event. Tickets will also be available one hour before performance at the Tower Theater.
WHEN 6 p.m. Saturday
WHERE ITheatre at the Tower, 120 S. Kansas Ave., Weslaco
COST $10 donation
CHRIS RIVERA BAND
Live music
WHEN 10 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Bourbon St. Grill, 4800 N. 10th St., McAllen
SONGBIRD STROLL
How many birds can you spot?
WHEN 8:30 a.m. Saturday
WHERE Quinta Mazatlán World Birding Center, 600 Sunset Drive, 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 Noon Saturday
WHERE Town Lake at Fireman’s Park, 201 N. 1st St., McAllen
NATURE TOTS
Tots will have fun playing in the water mist, discovering the sand and sieves, and hearing fun stories in the story tent! Tots will have the ability to play with fun textures and learn new things about the world around them!
WHEN 9:30 a.m. Saturday
WHERE Quinta Mazatlán World Birding Center, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen
STAND UP PADDLEBOARD WORKOUT
Join us for a 30 minute SUP workout! Use ours, or bring your own. We do about two laps around the lake, with a stationary workout in between.Ages 10 and older.
WHEN 5 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Town Lake at Fireman’s Park, 201 N. 1st St., McAllen
COST $10
WESLACO FASHION SHOW
Clothes made out of fruits and vegetables? Learn about the Weslaco Fashion Show and all its wonders.
WHEN 2 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Weslaco Museum, 500 S. Texas Blvd., Weslaco
WINTER WALK THROUGH THE THICKET
Deep within the winter forest, among the crisp damp wide, you can find a magic place where all the fairies hide. Come over to Frontera Audubon and take a stroll through the thicket. After, join us on the deck for some holiday cheer! Hot cocoa station, arts and crafts table and more.
WHEN 1 p.m. Saturday
WHERE Frontera Audubon, 1101 S. Texas Blvd., Weslaco
SUNDAY
HEAVEN’S GIFT
A Christmas celebration for Jesus, heaven’s gift, who was born on Christmas Day.
WHEN 11 a.m. Sunday
WHERE 506 E. 6th St., Weslaco
BROOKS AUSBORN CHRISTMAS CONCERT
The Christmas Concert with classical guitarist Brooks Ausborn is an annual event at St. Peter & St. Paul. Bring a friend.
WHEN 4 p.m. Sunday
WHERE St. Peter & St. Paul Episcopal Church, 2310 S. Stewart Road, Mission
COST Free; donations appreciated
LA INDIA YURIDIA
The Spanish-language comedian will perform live.
WHEN 3 p.m. Saturday
WHERE McAllen Performing Arts Center, 901 Convention Center Blvd., McAllen
COST Tickets start at $35 at ticketmaster.com
DELTA FIELD PAINTBALL ANNUAL CHARITY PAINTBALL TOURNAMENT
The event raises toys and funds for CASA of Hidalgo County.
WHEN 8 a.m. Sunday
WHERE Delta Field Paintball, 5605 TX-107, Mission
‘MESSIAH’
Edinburg North High School Choir and Orchestra will perform.
WHEN 3:30 p.m. Sunday
WHERE 411 N. 8th Ave., Edinburg
SUNSET MEDITATION
We all work more efficiently with a clear mind. In this meditation program we will explore simple techniques to reduce stress and increase well-being. Bring a yoga mat if desired.
WHEN 4:30 p.m. Sunday
WHERE McAllen Nature Center, 4101 U.S. Business 83, McAllen
COST $1 per person suggested donation
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 Noon Sunday
WHERE Town Lake at Fireman’s Park, 201 N. 1st St., McAllen
‘ELF’ THE MOVIE MINI-BRUNCH AND TRIVIA
Unique and challenging rounds, on making ginger bread houses, eating cookie dough, going ice skating, and maybe even holding hands.
WHEN Noon Sunday
WHERE Suerte Bar & Grill, 301 S. 17th St., McAllen
