A 40-acre wetlands oasis in the midst of a lively urban landscape, the Edinburg Scenic Wetlands offers watchable wildlife year-round in a setting friendly to birds, butterflies and other water-loving creatures. The grounds offer three acres of paths and butterfly gardens, a large lake for wildlife viewing, Dragonfly pond, discover pond and indoor kids’ area and gift shop. You can check out Junior Ranger packs filled with activities and materials to help your little ones explore South Texas nature!
The purpose of this group is to share family-friendly FREE or LOW COST Events in the RGV Area! Invite your friends!
The community group members are all welcome to post local events in the RGV that would be of interest to moms, dads, and kids!
The International Museum of Art & Science is a Smithsonian Affiliate and fully accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. IMAS is the premier art and science museum of South Texas and contains over 50,000 square feet of exhibit space. The IMAS galleries host a number of revolving art and science exhibits each year. The museum provides a unique opportunity for visitors to participate in hands-on science exhibits and to learn about original works of art while encouraging creativity and innovation. The IMAS permanent collection includes more than 2,000 natural history and geology specimens and 4,500 folk art and textile objects. The 1,500 fine art works in the permanent collection reflect many countries and artistic movements beyond Mexico, dating from the 16th century to the present.
FUN ~ SAFE ~ PRIVATE ~ STRESS-FREE BIRTHDAY PARTIES ~ OPEN JUMP ~PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT We take care of everything for your event so you can relax & enjoy!!
Sea Turtle, Inc. is open for visitors year round. A key part of our mission is to educate the public about sea turtles, our work and how to save these wonderful animals. We offer educational talks to any size group, ranging from individual families to large crowds.
We provide mascot characters for birthday parties and special events! Book your favorite character today!
A Neapolitan pizza with an All-American attitude – Urban Bricks. has made it their mission to give hungry dough-cravers everywhere to customize their pie however they please baked in two minutes! Also, the best bar!
OFFICE HRS
Mon / Wed / Fri 3:30-7:00 pm
Sat & Sun 2:00-4:00 pm
Or by appointment 510-9070
Park with a walking path, pond, playground, bathrooms and splash pad.
Brownsville’s Resaca de la Palma boasts the largest tract of native habitat in the World Birding Center network. Visitors can enjoy over 8 miles of off-road trails, four observation decks that overlook four miles of resaca wetland, and a 2.76-mile paved loop by tram, hiking and biking. Bikes, binoculars, and Explorer Packs are available for rent.
We are the Rio Grande Valley’s premier destination for birdwatching. Our unique location on South Padre Island is the perfect place to observe the birds, butterflies, and natural wildlife in coastal South Texas. Visit us on South Padre Island, walk the bayfront boardwalks, take a birding tour and explore the natural life of the Rio Grande Valley.
Kairos Coffee Catering is the mobile coffee cart that comes to YOUR event, meeting, or party! We bring the specialty drinks that make your gathering unforgettable!
We offer stork baby announcement yard signs, a fun flamingo yard sign that is ready to party, and a variety of cupcake yard signs to help celebrate that special birthday or sweet occasion. All of our signs are personalized and come with a keepsake bundle or plaque that is yours to keep at the end of the rental period.
The Magic Valley’s early 20th Century transition into an agricultural powerhouse is retold at the Old Hidalgo Pumphouse, which also embraces nature conservation as a wing of the World Birding Center. Visitors to this museum on the Rio Grande can learn about the steam-driven irrigation pumps that transformed Hidalgo County into a year-round farming phenomenon. They also can wander the museum’s grounds, where hummingbird gardens are planned, and where many of the Valley’s amazing bird species are regular visitors as well.
Amazing Coffee with a lot of activities for everyone in the RGV! Open Mic Night on Saturdays!
Book Club Meetings every month! Chess Club for kids and adults, Painting Classes often and more!
McAllen local Coffee House!
The Pharr Aquatic Center is a South Texas attraction including water slides, pools and lazy river attractions. Pharr Natatorium is also on site.
Fireman’s Park is an oasis in the middle of McAllen. It boasts a pond with walking track, restrooms, kids’ playground and B-cycle station. Rentals are available on weekends for paddle boats, kayaks and stand-up paddle boards. The barbecue pavilion is capable of serving 250 people. The pavilion features a refrigerator, indoor grill, restrooms, and can be rented through the Parks & Recreation Department. The park also has a playground area and sand volleyball court.
Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center hosts school groups from pre-K through high school, scout groups, birding tours for all ages, challenge course facilitation, youth family programming, adult and senior history tours, speaker series programs, adult short courses in backyard habitat and birding! We have something for everyone!