FESTIVA EVENTS — Friday, Aug. 3 – Sunday, Aug. 5

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WEEKEND

‘MAMMA MIA: THE MUSICAL’

The Edinburg High School Performing Arts presents the musical via Dancing at Tiffanys.

WHEN 7 p.m. Friday, 2 p.m. Saturday and 5 p.m. Sunday

WHERE Edinburg High School Performing Arts Center, West University Drive

COST Tickets available at dancingattiffanys.ticketleap.com or at the door

FRIDAY

SOFIA NIÑA DE RIVERA

The Mexican stand-up comedian and actress will perform live.

WHEN 8:30 p.m. Friday

WHERE State Farm Arena, 2600 N. 10th St., Hidalgo

COST Tickets start at $35 at ticketmaster.com

OLDIES SHOWS

Al and Brenda Ragunsin host performances featuring the music of 1950s, ‘60s, ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s. The club will also hold shows Wednesday (Tejano night) through Saturday.

WHEN 7 p.m. Friday

WHERE Rag A Zeen & Company, 5524 N. 10th St., McAllen

COST No cover

LIVE MUSIC

Lance Wolf performs.

WHEN 8:30 p.m. Friday

WHERE D’s Paradise, 107 E. Park Ave., Pharr

NIGHT HIKE

Join a ranger on a nighttime hike to witness the nocturnal world of Resaca de la Palma State Park. Reservations are required by calling (956) 350-2920.

WHEN 8 p.m. Friday

WHERE Resaca de la Palma State Park, 1000 New Carmen Ave., Brownsville

COST $6 per adult, children 12 and under $2

BOAT & FISH TOWN LAKE

Pedal boat, kayak or stand-up paddleboard on Town Lake. Bring your own or rent.

WHEN 4 p.m. Friday

WHERE Town Lake at Fireman’s Park, 201 N. 1st St., McAllen

COST Rentals start at $10

STEVEN MAY AND THE SOUTHERN KNIGHTS

The event includes dinner and a dance.

WHEN 7 p.m. Friday

WHERE Texas Trails RV Resort, 501 W. Owassa Road, Pharr

SUNSET YOGA IN THE PARK

The yoga program is designed to provide each person with the tools to become healthier physically, mentally and emotionally. Bring a yoga or exercise mat, towel or blanket and water.

WHEN 7 p.m. Friday

WHERE McAllen Nature Center, 4101 Business 83, McAllen

COST $1 per person suggested donation

SUMMERVIBES

The concert will feature DJ HEX, Eric Bermuda and Basshead Cartel as well as Rebirth, Mista Swish, Impact B2B Brayan Spencer and Down Smash.

WHEN 9 p.m. Friday

WHERE COSMO McAllen, 1704 Chicago Ave.

IN SIX DAYS

The acoustic band will perform live.

WHEN 7 p.m. Friday

WHERE Frankie Flav’z, 115 E. Harrison Ave., Harlingen

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT

Sponsored by Cross Church, Family Movie Night will include free popcorn, burgers and hotdogs. Bring lawn chairs and blankets.

WHEN 6:30 p.m. Friday

WHERE Sharyland Amphitheater, 3812 Plantation Grove Blvd., Mission

COST Free

CHUBBY KNUCKLE CHOIR

The band will perform live.

WHEN 8:30 p.m. Friday

WHERE Laguna BOB, 2401 Laguna Blvd., South Padre Island

ROCKSTAR DENIED

The Brownsville-based band, which blends Latin and American pop culture, will perform live.

WHEN 8 p.m. Friday

WHERE LongBoard Bar and Grill, 205 W. Palm St., South Padre Island

ALICAT CRASH

The band performs music of ‘80s hair bands.

WHEN 9:30 p.m. Friday

WHERE Half Moon Saloon, 1101 E. Adams St., Brownsville

GARY HOBBS AND ALBERT ZAMORA

A live performance.

WHEN 8:30 p.m. Friday

WHERE Ice House Sports Bar and Grill, 4311 FM 511, Brownsville

SATURDAY

WOOFSTOCK 2018

The family and pet-friendly fundraising event will offer musical entertainment by 10 Food Overhead, Makeshift Cities and Lox Lux as well as food for sale, contests and more.

WHEN 5 p.m. Saturday

WHERE Sofie’s ‘SS’ Saloon, 6801 S. 10th St., McAllen

COST Free

PIMPINELA

The Argentinian duo will perform live.

WHEN 8 p.m. Saturday

WHERE McAllen Performing Arts Center, 801 Convention Center Blvd.

COST Tickets start at $35 at ticketmaster.com

MOVIES IN THE PARK

Bring blankets, lawn chairs and stacks. The featured film is “Coco.” Concessions will be available.

WHEN 7 p.m. Saturday

WHERE Westside Park, 1000 S. Ware Road, McAllen

COST Free

HOBBIES IN NATURE — REPTILE RENDEZVOUS

The community is invited to visit, touch and learn all about reptiles in the lower Rio Grande Valley.

WHEN 2 p.m. Saturday

WHERE Quinta Mazatlán World Birding Center, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen

COST $5 per person

SATURDAY OPEN MIC NIGHT

Artists, poets, singers and songwriters are invited to showcase their talent.

WHEN 9 p.m. Saturday

WHERE Luna Coffee House, 113 W. Nolana Ave., McAllen

CASUAL FOXES

The rock band will perform live.

WHEN 9 p.m. Saturday

WHERE Grain to Glass, 5921 N. 23rd St., McAllen

MOVIES AT THE PARK

Bring the family, a blanket or lawn chair and snacks for a showing of the film “Cars 3.” No alcohol or tobacco permitted.

WHEN 8:30 p.m. Saturday

WHERE Jones Box Park, 805 W. Rosa Lane, Pharr

COST Free

END OF SUMMER MUSIC FEST

Eight bands are slated to perform: Kill Your Television, The Final Burial, KnowBody, The Amber Torture Story,

Six Royal Vipers, Red Hour,

The Midnight Season and States Away. Food will also be available for purchase.

WHEN 9 p.m. Saturday

WHERE The Kraken Lounge, 1123 E. Adams St.,

YOGA FOR BEGINNERS

The four-part series continues this week. Instructor Raniana specializes in yoga chikitysa.

WHEN 9 a.m. Saturday

WHERE McAllen Nature Center, 4101 U.S. Business 83, McAllen

ALL-IN-ONE RACE NIGHT

Favorite teams battle it out on the strip and in the mud. Barbecue pits and ice chests welcome.

WHEN 7 p.m. Saturday

WHERE Edinburg Motorsport Park, 15920 U.S. 281, Edinburg

COST $12

NATURE TOTS

The day of play for the park’s youngest visitors will address “Nature Feelings.”

WHEN 9:30 a.m. Saturday

WHERE Quinta Mazatlán World Birding Center, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen

DANICA

The singer will perform live.

WHEN 6 p.m. Saturday

WHERE The Painted Marlin Grille, 209 W. Whiting St., South Padre Island

COASTAL NATURE SERIES

The event will feature Javier Gonzalez, who will speak on dragonflies of South Padre Island.

WHEN 11 a.m. Saturday

WHERE South Padre Island Birding & Nature Center, 6801 Padre Blvd., SPI

CHUBBY KNUCKLE CHOIR

The band will perform live.

WHEN 8:30 p.m. Saturday

WHERE Laguna BOB, 2401 Laguna Blvd., South Padre Island

SUNDAY

WEDDING FAIR

The largest bridal event in the Rio Grande Valley will feature top wedding professionals under one roof. The event will include a fashion show, food and cake sampling, and prizes including honeymoon packages.

WHEN Noon Sunday

WHERE McAllen Convention Center, 700 Convention Center Blvd., McAllen

SUNDAY SPEAKER SERIES

Robert Ramirez, the grandson of the first Hispanic mayor of Edinburg, will present “Ranch Life in Hidalgo County After 1850” as part of the Sunday Speaker Series at the museum.

WHEN 2 p.m. Sunday

WHERE Museum of South Texas History, 200 N. Closner Blvd., Edinburg

WORLD BIRDING CENTER BIRD WALK

All ages and skill levels are welcome on the two-hour tour of the park to find as many species of birds as possible.

WHEN 8:30 a.m. Sunday

WHERE Estero Llano Grande State Park, 3301 S. International Blvd., Weslaco

SUNDOWN SESSIONS

The pool party edition will feature a strictly techno set by DJ Laidback Luke. Regional artists are also set to perform.

WHEN 2 p.m. Sunday

WHERE Hilton Garden Inn, 7010 Padre Blvd., SPI

BARBACOA Y BIG RED BRUNCH

WHEN Noon Sunday

WHERE Suerte Bar & Grill, 301 S. 17th St., McAllen