Spend this weekend in McAllen with tons of family-friendly events! Experience CATS the Musical at the McAllen Performing Arts Center, join the Night Ride of the Living Dead with Bike McAllen, and end Sunday with Doggie Yoga at The Yard. Read on for more events in McAllen this weekend!

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Friday, October 18^th

• Make time with your family for Boat & Fish on Town Lake at Firemen’s Park each day this weekend from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM.
• Sip, mingle, and shop at Blooms & Bubbly! This event will be held from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Southern Roots Flower Market.
• Listen to live music, enjoy good food, and support local artisans at Los Muertos Tambien Bailan at Moonstruck Market from 6:00 PM until 3:00 PM.
• Catch a performance of CATS The Musical at the McAllen Performing Arts Center on Friday and Saturday with three different showtimes at 8:00 PM on Friday and 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM on Saturday. Tickets start at $65. Click here to purchase.

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Saturday, October 19^th

• Shop locally at the McAllen Farmers Market from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM.
• Join the Chip Monsters for a Halloween Creative Session for Kids+Parents at Kaboom Comics. There will be six new creative projects to choose from between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM. There is a workshop fee of $8.00 per participant.
• Each week, your preschooler will have fun exploring and learning from nature during Nature Nuggets-Night Creatures & Native Plants! This event will be held at Quinta Mazatlán from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM. There is an admission fee of $3.
• Gear up for an afternoon of robotic fun during the Daisy Girl Scouts: Robots at IMAS Workshop from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM. There is a fee of $10. Click here to register online.
• Join Workout for Your “Tatas” at Roof 324 from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM.
• Bikers for Boobs will be held at Desperado Harley Davidson from 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM.
• Bring your little ones to Monster Mash at the Old Church Winery from 11:00 AM until 5:00 PM. There will be games, food, music, a costume contest, and much more!
• Do you love animals? Join Creature Feature at Quinta Mazatlán from 11:00 AM until 12:00 PM. You’ll spend an hour learning about animals and understanding our connection with all living things. There is a park admission fee of $3 per person.
• Practice Yoga at the McAllen Farmers Market from 11:30 AM until 12:30 PM.
• Stop by the Howl-a-ween Adoption Event at the Worldwide Pet Products Factory Outlet from 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM. They will have cats and dogs available for adoption, local vendors, and more!
• Come and showcase your best six Pokémon to battle other trainers during Pokémon Go™ PVP Tournament: Sinister Cup. This event will be held at the McAllen Public Library from 3:00 PM until 5:30 PM. All skill levels and ages welcome!
• Get your heart racing with the Haunted Dental Office Event at Luna Dental RGV from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM.
• Enjoy a night of spooky fun during Las Palmas Community Center’s Pumpkin Carving event from 5:00 PM until 8:30 PM. There is a fee of $12 per participant. Click here to register. Search for activity number 791000 after clicking the link above.
• Bike McAllen Social Presents: Night Ride of the Living Dead beginning at 6:30 PM. This is a Halloween-themed bike ride where face paint and costumes are strongly encouraged. Meet up at the McAllen City Hall Parking Lot at 5:45 PM for a six to eight mile, no-drop ride.
• Come dance Salsa, Cha-cha, Bachata, and more at La Catrina – Themed Social. This event will be held at Action Dance Studio from 10:00 PM until 2:00 AM with a cover charge of $10 per person.

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Sunday, October 20^th

• Enjoy a bike ride with the Sun & Ski Sports Team during their Sunday Sapo Gravel Ride from 7:00 AM until 10:00 AM. Meet at their La Plaza Mall location and don’t forget your helmet and water bottle!
• Stop by Black Iron Café for their Cars & Coffee event beginning at 9:00 AM.
• Try Doggie Yoga with your pet at The Yard from 11:00 AM until 12:00 PM. There is a fee of $20 per person. Click here to register.
• The RGV Wedding Fair is back at the McAllen Convention Center from 12:00 PM until 5:00 PM. There is a general admission fee of $14 per person at the door. Click here for a $2 off coupon.
• The Free Family Sunday Funday at the IMAS is scheduled from 1:00 PM until 5:00 PM.
• Visit the Altar de Muertos Exhibit Opening Reception at IMAS from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM. An exhibition of 17 works of art representing the spirit of Day of the Dead in conjunction with the annual display of the community altars will be hosted on October 20^th through November 17^th.
• Calling all dachshunds and their humans! Join the Dachtoberfest at Southern Roots Flower Market from 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM for games, contests, and photo opportunities.
• Stop by the McAllen Public Library for some Spooky Science from 2:00 PM until 3:00 PM! This event is recommended for children in third through fifth grade.
• Bring your little one for stories, signs, and playtime during Baby Storytime! This event will be held at the McAllen Public Library from 4:00 PM until 5:00 PM.
• Come and support local brands and enjoy live music at The Landmark during Pop Up WRLD from 7:00 PM until 10:30 PM.

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There will surely be many ways to explore McAllen this weekend! Whether you’re looking to sharpen your drawing skills at the IMAS Charcoal Workshop, having some fun at the McAllen Halloween Festival, or enjoying live music at the Sunset Live: Outdoor Concert Series, there will be something for everyone. Read on for more events to attend this weekend with your friends and family!

Friday, October 11^th

• Enjoy vegan products, live music, and more at Holistica Fest. This event will be held at the Mcallen Public Library from 9:30 AM until 4:00 PM.
• Make time with your family for Boat & Fish on Town Lake at Firemen’s Park each day this weekend from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM.
• Sharpen your drawing skills at the Charcoal Workshop with Erica Daborn at the IMAS from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM. There is a fee of $12 per participant. Advanced registration is required and is for ages 16 and up. Click here to register.
• Sip, mingle, and shop during Blooms and Bubbly at Southern Roots Flower Market from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM.
• Enjoy an evening of magic, music, and crafts during Bruja’s Night at Luna Coffee House beginning at 6:00 PM.
• Have some laughs at the Friday Night Funnies Comedy Show. This event will be held at London Grill & Tavern beginning at 8:00 PM. Tickets are available for $5 per person. Click here to purchase.

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Saturday, October 12^th

• Have a nice stroll around the McAllen Nature Center and learn about butterflies during the Beginners Butterfly Walk from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM. There is a suggested donation of $1 for park admission.
• Dive into the world of computer science during the Girl Scouts Workshop: Coding for Good at the IMAS from 10:00 AM until 12:30 PM. There is a fee of $10 per participant. Register online by clicking here.
• Shop for fresh organically-grown vegetables, fruits, baked goods, plants, and more at the McAllen Farmers Market from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM.
• Come and meet your favorite voice actors and participate in fun events at Anime Fiesta! This event will be held at the McAllen Convention Center on Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 AM until 6:00 PM. Click here to purchase your weekend passes online.
• Practice Yoga at the McAllen Farmers Market from 11:30 AM until 12:30 PM.
• The Sunset Live: Outdoor Concert Series is back at the McAllen Convention Center’s Oval Park from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM. Enjoy live music, food trucks, an artisan market, and more! This event is pet-friendly.
• Enjoy a safe, family-friendly night at the McAllen Halloween Festival Featuring Fright Nite 5K at Westside Park from 5:30 PM until 10:00 PM. Click here to register for the Fright Nite 5K happening from 7:30 PM until 9:30 PM. Search for the keyword “Fright” after clicking the link above.
• Breast Fest Vol. 2 will be happening at Yerberia Cultura from 7:00 PM until 2:00 AM. There is an entrance fee of $5 per person.

Sunday, October 13^th

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• The Rocky Horror Picture Show Brunch will be held at The Gremlin from 12:00 PM until 4:00 PM. Take photos with your favorite characters and enjoy brunch with drinks!
• Take advantage of the Free Family Sunday Funday at the IMAS from 1:00 PM until 5:00 PM. Meet the Artist: Erica Daborn from 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM and learn more about her works on display in Dialogues with Mother Earth.
• Bring your friends to Schneider’s Oktoberfest at Schneider’s German Gasthaus and Beergarden from 2:00 PM until 10:00 PM.
• Bring your little ones for stories, signs, and playtime during Baby Storytime at the McAllen Public Library from 4:00 PM until 5:00 PM.

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If you’re looking for things to do in McAllen this weekend, then be sure to mark your planners for any of the events below that interest you! You can look forward to the First Friday Art Walk, Oktoberfest at Grain to Glass, Beer Yoga at The Yard, and so much more! Read more about each event below!

Friday, October 4^th

• Explore the moon, stars, and exoplanets with hands-on art and science activities, and out-of-this-world presentations during the Space Week Celebration at the IMAS until October 6^th. For the full schedule of events, please click here.
• Visit the Fall Festival Pumpkin Patch at La Cova Ranch every weekend until the end of November! It’s open Friday from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM, Saturday from 11:00 AM until 9:00 PM, and Sunday from 12:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Admission is $7 for adults and $3 for children three years and older. Free entry for children under two years old.
• The opening reception for the Fall Works Art Exhibition at Hinovations Art Gallery will be held from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM.
• Join October’s First Friday at Art Village on Main for an evening full of local art and live music! This will be held from 6:00 PM until 10:00 PM.
• Stop by the Art Walk at the McAllen Creative Incubator from 7:00 PM until 9:00 PM.
• Get your tickets to Christian Nodal’s performance at the McAllen Performing Arts Center from 9:00 PM until 11:00 PM. Ticket prices start at $55. Click here to purchase.

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Saturday, October 5^th

• Come out to the 2^nd Annual Share Your Spare 5K Run/Walk and Family Fun Run to benefit Driscoll Children’s RGV Patients. This event will be held at Driscoll Children’s Medical Plaza beginning at 7:30 AM. Click here to register.
• Join the Beginners Butterfly Walk at the McAllen Nature Center from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM. There is a suggested admission fee of $1 per person.
• Shop locally during the Block Party at the Shops at Upas and 11^th from 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM.
• Join the Chip Monsters at Kaboom Comics for the Halloween-themed Creative Sessions for Kids+Parents from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM. There is a workshop fee of $8 per participant. Click here to register.
• Find fresh, organically-grown vegetables, fruit, and more at the McAllen Farmers Market from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM.
• Want to see what’s new in technology? Stop by the Technology Petting Zoo at the McAllen Public Library from 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM for hands-on opportunities with new and cool tech toys.
• Practice Yoga at the McAllen Farmers Market from 11:30 AM until 12:30 PM.
• Enjoy games, live music, and more at Oktoberfest! This event will be held at Grain to Glass from 12:00 PM until 2:00 AM.
• Bring your kids to Saturday Story Time at the McAllen Public Library from 2:00 PM until 3:00 PM.
• Meet RGV Paranormal Investigators during the Paranormal Lockdown at the McAllen Public Library from 7:00 PM until 8:00 PM.
• Spend your evening listening to adult-contemporary pop singer Manuel Mijares at the McAllen Performing Arts Center. The show begins at 8:00 PM and tickets start at $35. Click here to purchase.
• Celebrate the 10^th Annual Rocky Horror Picture Show LIVE Shadowcast. This will be held at Cine El Rey from 10:00 PM until 2:00 AM. Click here to purchase tickets.

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Sunday, October 6^th

• Enjoy a bike ride with the Sun & Ski Sports Team during their Sunday Sapo Gravel Ride from 7:00 AM until 10:00 AM. Meet at their La Plaza Mall location and don’t forget your helmet and water bottle!
• Try Beer Yoga at The Yard, led by Ella Yoga, from 11:00 AM until 12:00 PM. There is a fee of $23 per participant followed by a beer of your choice included in the price of your ticket ($5 voucher). Click here to purchase.
• It’s just a BRUNCH of Hocus Pocus (Drag Edition) will be held at Love Buzz from 12:00 PM until 5:00 PM.
• Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Barnes & Noble Palms Crossing from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM. Spend a fun afternoon learning activities and enjoying arts and crafts, face-painting, storytelling, and more.
• Sunday French Film of the Month: The Dinner Game will be screened at Cine El Rey from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM.
• Stop by the children’s desk at the McAllen Public Library for Make-n-Take Crafts from 2:00 PM until 3:00 PM.
• Enjoy fresh, seasonal fruits and veggies, live music, food trucks, and more at Tres Lagos Farmer’s Market from 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM.
• Join the interactive McHi Robotics Club as they show you the engineering techniques needed to create your own machine! This event will be held at the McAllen Public Library from 3:00 PM until 4:00 PM. Materials will be provided.
• Bring your little one for stories, signs, and playtime during Baby Storytime at the McAllen Public Library from 4:00 PM until 5:00 PM.
• Grab a brush and show off your inner artist during Pumpkin Painting at the McAllen Public Library from 4:30 PM until 5:30 PM.

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