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10 McAllen Restaurants to Party at New Year’s Eve!

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McAllen Restaurants to celebrate New Years Eve

McAllen is buzzing with events and places just for the New Year! So go RSVP and enjoy one of the year’s biggest nights in the city of McAllen at these McAllen restaurants. Find even more fun this holiday season on our events calendar!

December 30

Mainstage Dance Studio is hosting a New Year’s Eve Ladies’ Night early! Bring all your girlfriends and celebrate the New Year together! Wear all your sparkly outfits, bring a friend, and also bring your best bubbly for the new you, new year!

  • Located: 1309 Main St
  • Contact: (956)855-1595
  • Time: 7 PM – 8:30 PM

December 31

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Party at Casa De Palmas

Music, entertainment, and food are available at Casa de Palmas for their New Year’s Eve bash!! If you want a nice public place to enjoy your new year’s celebration, this is the perfect place to take your friends and family and see the New Year together!

  • Located: 101 North Main St.
  • Time: 8 PM – 1 AM

Game on at Dave and Busters

Dave and Busters are hosting a festive new year party for families! Get your tickets to this exclusive party online and enjoy appetizers, gaming, and an early ginger ale toast!

  • Located: 2700 Expressway 83
  • (956) 217-5800
  • Time: 4 PM – 7 PM

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New Year’s Eve Party Cantina Style

Embrace your inner Latino and celebrate the new year with 5a Ronda Cantina Restaurant! Enjoy traditional food, party with your loved ones, and dance the night away!

  • Located: 500 E Nolana Ave.
  • Contact: (956) 310-3394
  • Time: 8 PM – 12 AM

New Year’s Eve at Rosmani’s

Looking for a place to experience exquisite fine dining and a fantastic atmosphere? Come and celebrate your new Year at Rosmani’s. Here you can enjoy fabulous food and celebrate the holidays with your loved ones! Start the new year with style, and RSVP here!

  • Located: 1600 N 10th St
  • Contact: (956) 627-2308
  • Time: 12 PM – 11 PM

Join the New Year’s Bash at El Divino! 

For fine dining and mouth-dropping scenery, visit El Divino on new year’s eve. El Divino is hosting a New Year Bash. Enjoy dinner with drinks and festive foods. RSVP online!

  • Located: 5001 N 10th St
  • Contact: (956) 627-3990
  • Time: 5 PM – 2 AM

Celebrate at These McAllen Restaurants

Do you need a place to host a private party or to celebrate New Year with close family and friends? Check out these fantastic places! With private rooms and reservation privileges, you can host a party or social gathering just in time for New Year’s!

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  • Party at Love Buzz and enjoy chic cocktails, aesthetic photo ops, and yummy food. Open 11 AM – 2 AM.
  • Rock on at the Gremlin with your friends on New Year’s Eve, and enjoy craft beers, cider, and savory late-night snacks. Open from 5 PM – 2 AM.
  • Host at The Patio on Guerra and reserve a private room for you and your guests, or enjoy their top-tier culinary treats in outdoor seating. Book a reservation online. Open 5 PM – 11 PM.
  • RSVP at The Yard and party hard with your family and friends, and enjoy signature cocktails, games, and your choice of savory food from their popular food truck park! Open from 6 PM – 4 AM.

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Places to Take Christmas Photos for the Holidays in McAllen TX!

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Make some magical seasonal memories during the month of December! There are lots of places to take some family photos just in time for the holidays in McAllen! Be sure to check out these amazing places for your upcoming holiday photos! 

All Month Long

the McAllen south pole festival at the McAllen Convention Center

South Pole Festival of Lights

700 Center Ln.

Take holiday-worthy photos all month long, and experience the joy of the South Pole Illuminated Festival. Purchase tickets for your favorite activities, shop the markets, or enjoy savory food at the holiday food court. Don’t forget to get a snapshot with Santa at the gingerbread house!

Plus share your photos of at the:

  • Christmas tree
  • Holiday carnival 
  • NASA Photo exhibit
  • Illuminated Oval Park 

IMAS Christmas Tree Forest

1900 W. Nolana Ave. Take a family photo in the International Museum of Art & Science Christmas Tree Forest and their set of trees with an international theme and decor! Exhibition is free with General Admission purchase.

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Selfie HAUS

2200 S. 10th St. 

Give a whole new meaning to ‘family portrait’ this holiday season with a new and modern pose at Selfie HAUS at the La Plaza Mall. Shop for the perfect holiday outfit right there at the mall and purchase your tickets. 

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Pose With Santa at La Plaza Mall

Don’t forget to snap a shot with Santa at the La Plaza Mall all month long. You can make your appointment for photos with the jolly man online. Don’t forget to show up early at the Grand Court. 

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December 13th

Ugly Sweater Xmas Party!

4800 N 10th St

 9 PM – 12 PM

Looking for a place to show off your ugly Christmas sweaters? Stop by Bourbon St Grill and celebrate the holidays with your best ugly Christmas sweater! Have some holiday fun and make wonderful memories by participating in karaoke, and giveaways, as well as some good food and drinks! 

Photo Courtesy of Facebook.

December 14th

Rock Around the Christmas Tree at the Radisson

2721 South 10th St.

6 PM – 11 PM

Looking for a chance to spend a fun night out with the ladies this holiday season? Meet the Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas at the Radisson hotel. Get the ladies together, rock your favorite 50s flair costume, join in on contests, and even more fun. 

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December 15th

Pet Photos With Santa

821 N Main St

5 PM – 8 PM

Want to take some unforgettable memories with your furry family? Come and take wonderful photos with Santa here at Roosevelts at 7, and dress up your furry companion for the holidays! Come support the Yaqui Animal Rescue with your photo contribution and enjoy raffles, gourmet dog food, and a free pup cup.

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December 16th

Meet Santa at Payne Pre-owned McAllen

1713 W Expy 83

 5 PM – 7 PM

Santa is coming to Payne Pre-owned and paying a visit to all the good boys and girls! This is an opportunity to take some wonderful Santa photos for FREE!

Photo courtesy of Facebook

December 17th

Clark Chevrolet Grinchmas Celebration

801 W US BUS 83

10 AM – 12 PM

Clark Chevrolet is hosting a holiday gathering that is fun for the whole family! Celebrate the holidays by taking family photos with the Grinch. There will also be a chance to make some delicious gingerbread cookies that will go perfectly!

Photo courtesy of Facebook.

Reindeer Dash with McAllen Parks and Recreation

3401 Jordan Rd.

8 AM – 12 PM

Get sporty with your photos this season and join the city of McAllen for a reindeer dash! Race at the Palm View Community Center and don’t forget to bring your red nose! Participants will enjoy a shirt and a swag bag!

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December 23rd

Silent Night in the Park

1300 Zinnia Ave

6 PM – 11 PM 

In the mood for some Christmas caroling for the holidays? Then stop by Bill Schupp Park and participate in caroling! This event is free to join and why not take some snapshots of you and your family while you go caroling this year!

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16 McAllen Events Rockin’ Around this Holiday Season

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McAllen events happing in December for the holidays!

Prepare for the South Pole of Texas festival, tree lightings, gingerbread houses, and more fun things to do this December. If you and your family are looking for McAllen events to add to your holiday, look no further. Share this blog with loved ones, and plan your next adventure!

Carnival at South Pole Illuminated Festival

December 7th – January 1st

700 Center Lane.

  • 5:30 PM – 6 PM

Join the city for the annual tree lighting ceremony to kickstart the South Pole Illuminated Festival! Come with your loved ones and explore dazzling pathways of festive lights and a holiday-themed carnival! Starting December 7th, enjoy fun for the whole at the McAllen Convention Center. Read more about it online! 

December 8th

2721 S. 10th St.

  • 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Celebrate and support women entrepreneurs this holiday season at the Radisson Hotel! Enjoy live choir performances, sign up for door prizes, and enjoy hors d’oeuvres while you shop at holiday vendors.

December 9th

Visit the Eagle’s Wonderland

Escandon Elementary school invites friends and families to Eagle Wonderland! Enjoy food, games, soccer, and a holiday vendor market! The event is from 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM.

Visit IDEA Schools Winter Wonderland

Everyone is welcome to participate at this local IDEA school for the holidays! Enjoy carnival games, holiday crafts, a hot chocolate bar, a train ride, and moon jumps! This McAllen event is from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Take a Workshop at the IMAS

Take on the gingerbread challenge at the International Museum of Art and Science with one of their several workshops this season. This event is from 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM, December 9th, 10th, and 11th. Make sure to sign up first.

McAllen Food Park Unplugged

Enjoy live music, crafts, a vendor market, and options on options of savory food from the McAllen food trucks! This McAllen event is from 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.

December 10th

See the Nutcracker Ballet Live!

Enjoy an excellent family-friendly performance of the nutcracker at the McAllen Performing Arts Center! Get into the festive mood with a classic holiday story and awe-inspiring stage performances the entire family will enjoy! Curtain time is 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

Holly Jolly Party

Santa Claus is coming to McAllen at the McAllen Public Library! Come and bring your family and take FREE photos with Santa Claus! There will also be hot cocoa and crafts for FREE! Spend the holidays by making great memories with your loved ones here from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.

December 12th

801 Convention Center Blvd.

  • 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Get on your feet and purchase your tickets for the Gloria Estefan show and the story about two beloved artists reaching international superstar recognition!

December 13th

600 Sunset Dr.

  • 6 PM – 10 PM

Walk through 3,000 illuminated lights at the Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center. Afterward, stop by the courtyard for live music, front lawn performances, holiday foods like kettle popcorn, and even more local vendors!

December 15th

821 N Main St.

  • 5 PM – 8 PM

Calling all pet lovers to celebrate the holidays with your pets and take pet photos with Santa at Roosevelt’s at 7! So dress up your furry friends and create unforgettable memories!

December 17th

Get Your Grinch On At Clark Chevrolet

Take a photo with the Grinch, decorate gingerbread cookies, and enjoy the holidays with the McAllen Clark Chevrolet dealership from 10:00 AM to Noon.

See the Magic at the MPAC

Celebrate the holidays with The Illusionists, a mind-blowing showcase featuring jaw-dropping talents of the most incredible illusionists on earth. Purchase your tickets for the 7:30 PM performance.

Spot the Grinch at the McAllen Heritage Center

Enjoy live music while you wait to meet and talk to the Grinch from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM. While there, take a tour and see McAllen from yesteryear.

December 20th

801 Convention Center Blvd.

  • 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM.

Be filled with the holiday spirit with A Visit to the South Pole of Texas, performed by the McAllen Wind Ensemble. Purchase your tickets now and enjoy this evening’s performance.

December 22nd

801 Convention Center Blvd.

  • 7 PM – 8:30 PM

Be amazed by the talented feats of the Cirque Dreams Holidaze spectacular! Bring the family to see jugglers, aerialists, acrobatics, and more! Purchase your tickets before it’s too late.

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8 Fabulous McAllen Stores to Shop this Holiday Season

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Holiday shopping in Mcallen Stores

Are you looking for places to shop during Black Friday? No need to look any further because McAllen is the place to be when it comes to style, quality, and of course, bargains! Check out these local McAllen stores for all your gift ideas.

Find more updates on holiday events this holiday season, including the McAllen Holiday Parade.

La Plaza Mall

(956) 687-5251

2200 S 10th St

● Monday – Saturday from 10 AM to 9 PM

● Sunday from 11 AM to 7 PM

What better way to shop for Black Friday deals than at la plaza mall, featuring incredible McAllen stores! From décor, sweet shops, and even a selfie studio! Shop deals all season long! La plaza mall is your ideal shopping center, with plenty of well-known brands, stores, and styles to look into on your shopping list.

Photo Courtesy of Facebook.

woman in yellow dress posing in front of McAllen stores

Shop 112

(956) 500-6040

5401 N 10th St. Ste. 109 A

● Tuesday – Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM

Shop 112 has a great selection of fashionable outfits, accessories, and shoes in one place! Not to mention the great deals Shop 112 has to offer!

Photo Courtesy of Instagram.

Southern Roots Flowers

Southern Roots Flower Market

(956) 800-4517

1407 N Main St

● Monday – Friday from 9 AM to 6 PM

● Saturday from 9 AM to 3 PM

Looking for a great place that’s “Blooming” in gift ideas? Southern Roots is a McAllen store that is your go-to place for all things flowers and decor and great deals. Not only does Southern Roots have a flower market, but also a coffee bar you can enjoy as your shop their store.

Cybelle Arts

(830) 476-3503

601 N Main St. Ste. 9

Cybelle Arts shop has a unique selection of art, plus a wonderful selection of homemade jewelry and henna tattoos! You can shop online or in-store and take advantage of different deals available at their store.

Photo courtesy of Facebook.

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Leona Style

(956) 309-3009

4500 N 10th St. Ste.130

● Tuesday – Saturday from 10 AM to 7 PM

Leona Style is the place to be if you are looking for high-quality products! Here at Leona Style, you can get great quality items such as clothing, jewelry, and accessories. Check out their upcoming featured items and specials this holiday season.

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Brine and Honey Grazing Co

Brine and Honey Grazing Co

(956) 800-4810

5800 N 10th St. Ste.150

● Tuesday – Friday from 11 AM to 7 PM

● Saturday from 11 AM to 6 PM

Brine and Honey Grazing Co. provides the ultimate food and items for parties and catering. From cheese to a selection of sliced meat and fruits and jellies, whatever you need for your occasion, rest assured that you will find it at Brin and Honey! Visit them in person today.

Best Price Warehouse

(956) 213-8002

503 US-Bus 83

● Monday – Saturday from 10 AM to 6 PM

Amazing deals and amazing items all in one place! Find gifts in bedding, sheets, furniture, shoes, and clothes, perfect for the hostess or the homebody in your life.

Shopping Bliss Boutique

(956) 616-8629

5401 N 10th St. Ste.115

● Monday – Saturday from 10 AM to 6:30 PM

Shopping bliss boutique has unique brands at just the right prices! Get everything from jewelry, accessories, and designer clothes at spectacular prices! With a wide selection of styles, it’s no wonder why Shopping Bliss Boutique is a shopping-must this season!

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8 McAllen Restaurant Recommendations for Thanksgiving!

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Large turkey and holiday sides at this McAllen restaurants

Thanksgiving is best spent with family, friends, and, most importantly, food! This year make the most of your quality time and order your holiday feast instead of cooking. We want to share seven McAllen restaurants that prepare enough holiday food for your family. Don’t forget to submit events happening in McAllen on our Events Calendar.

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Ramos BBQ & Catering

(956) 386-1818

10801 N 10th St

● Monday – Saturday from 11 AM to 8 PM

● Sunday from 11 AM to 6 PM

If you want more of a barbecue spin on your turkey day, then Ramos BBQ & Catering has you covered! Order your savory barbecue favorites, plus all the fixings, not to mention the different homemade salsas that go with it!

BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse

(956) 687-2005

3200 W Expy 83

● Sunday – Monday 11 AM to 11 PM

● Friday – Saturday 11 AM to 12 AM

From delicious roasted entrees to ice-cold beers, BJ’s has everything you’d need to make your meal planning the best! Take advantage of their fantastic meal deals and see what kind of alternatives you’d need to make your thanksgiving a success! Full menu here!

McAllister’s Deli

(956) 972-0505

3620 W Expy 83 Suite 100

● Sunday – Thursday from 10:30 AM to 9 PM

● Friday – Saturday from 10:30 AM to 10 PM

Looking for an alternative to just regular Thanksgiving turkey? McAllister’s has everything from sandwiches, soups, and salads that satisfy your turkey cravings with half the calories! Full menu here!

Photo courtesy of Facebook.

Cowboy Chicken

(956) 686-7777

1020 W Nolana Ave #3746

● Monday – Sunday from 11 AM to 9 PM

From chicken wings to enchiladas, sandwiches, and rotisserie turkey meals, Cowboy Chicken has your fan-favorite meals just in time for the holidays! Leave the cooking stress to them and enjoy family fun instead. Check out their full menu here!

Bar-B-Cutie SmokeHouse

(956) 682-2066

7517 N 10th St.

● Sunday – Tuesday from 11 AM to 8 PM

● Wednesday – Saturday from 11 AM to 9 PM

Looking for an easy way out this thanksgiving? Bar-B-Cuties SmokeHouse has the answer! Everything from smoked meats, sandwiches, and all kinds of country desserts, Bar-B-Cuties has everything you’d need just in time for the holidays! Check out their menu here!

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City Cafe & Catering

(956) 682-8737

2901 N 10th St.

● Monday from 11 AM to 3 PM

● Tuesday – Friday from 11 AM to 9 PM

● Saturday from 11 AM – 4 PM

Take a unique spin on thanksgiving and look at what City Cafe & Catering! With their signature Party Platters, Pasta Dishes, Homemade Dips, and Boxed Lunch platters, there’s no way you’d be able to run out of food for you and your family this thanksgiving! Full menu here!

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Luby’s

(956) 687-9568

4901 North 10th St.

● Monday – Sunday from 11 AM – 8 PM

If you don’t have the time to make your thanksgiving turkey this year, then have Luby’s prepare your meal for you! Luby’s has all your favorite homemade foods, including homemade mashed potatoes, green beans, and, most importantly, turkey! Check out their menu here!

Cracker Barrel

(956) 683-1874

3817 W Expy 83

● Monday – Wednesday from 9 AM to 7 PM

● Thursday – Saturday from 9 AM to 9 PM

Cracker Barrel Catering packages their food in a buffet style and is ready to be picked up or delivered depending on your convenience! Let Cracker Barrel Catering take care of your holiday dinner with just a call or click away! Check out Cracker Barrel catering services here!

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Share Your favorite places to shop and eat during this season! Use #ExploreMcAllen to show off your holiday meal favorites on Facebook and Instagram! Don’t forget to stay up to date on everything happening all season long!

Celebrate National Museums and Galleries Month with These McAllen Events

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McAllen Events

Did you know October is National Museums and Galleries Month? Originally created to commemorate the historical impact in countries around the world, you can participate in McAllen at one of the many fun museums and exhibits we have to offer! Check out a couple McAllen events below, and don’t forget to purchase your tickets now for the Van Gogh Exhibit this upcoming month! 

McAllen Art Crawl

1009 Laurel St., Downtown 

6 PM – 10 PM

Held the first Friday of every month, from September through May, experience the beauty of McAllen at night! Take the self-guided McAllen Art Crawl tour throughout art studios, galleries and the McAllen Creative Incubator! Then don’t forget to stop by the McAllen food park for more local vendor shopping! This McAllen event is completely free and is open to the public! 

Selfie Studio Museum

5429 N 23rd St

Open Tuesday – Sunday, 12 PM – 7 PM

While not a museum exactly, this month gives you a good excuse to grab your friends for a photo session at the Selfie Studio Museum! Create a memorable portrait with fun props, fantastic photo backgrounds for a completely customizable experience! You can even take selfies with your pet! 

For more information and tickets call (956) 207-8696.

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McAllen Heritage Center Valley Veteran Photo Project

301 Main St.

Open Wednesday – Saturday, 1 PM – 5 PM

It’s important to stay close to your roots, and the McAllen Heritage Center pays homage to that every day with exhibits on the history of McAllen! Check out their latest exhibit Valley Veteran Photo Project in honor of our veterans. Come and see the heroes and veterans of McAllen and view all kinds of spectacular photos of these men and women in uniform!

Explore more historical sites in McAllen!

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Visit the IMAS

1900 Nolana Avenue. 

Open Tuesday – Thursday, 9 AM – 3 PM

Friday 9 AM – 5 PM 

Saturday 10 AM – 5 PM

Sunday 1 PM – 5 PM

See the latest exhibits in person at The International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS)! Not only does the IMAS provide immersive workshops for children and adults all year long, but the latest exhibit by Anne Marchand’s Abstractions is a must see! 

Don’t miss out on their upcoming exhibits:

  • Aliento a Tequila – opening November 10th.
  • Life in One Cubic Foot – opening December 3rd.
  • Their annual Christmas Tree Forest – opening December 3rd.

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Purchase Your Tickets Now for the Upcoming Van Gogh Exhibit!

700 Convention Center Blvd.

Open Tuesday – Thursday, 10 AM – 8 PM

Open Friday and Saturday, 10 AM – 9 PM

Come experience the genius creation of artist Vincent Van Gogh premiering November 18th, at the McAllen Convention Center. Immerse yourself in the vast creative mind of Van Gogh while also experiencing a unique light show projecting the famous artist’s works! See the masterpieces up close! 

Tickets are available for presale! 

 

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Get Your Thrills this Month with Fun Things to do in McAllen

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spooky castle in the mist and more fun things to do in McAllen

If you’re looking for fun things to do in McAllen this October, check out these haunted houses, costume marathons, hauntingly beautiful photo-ops, and so much more in store. Enjoy a Spook-tacular night with friends and family! See more fun things to do in McAllen on Tiktok!

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October 15th 

McAllen Halloween Festival 

1000 S. Ware Rd. 

5:30 PM – 10 PM 

Join McAllen at Westside Park and the McAllen Parks Department for fun and games for the whole family. Don’t forget to sign up and dress up for the Fright Night 5K race that starts at 7:30 PM!  Children must be at least 13 years old to participate. Plus children 4 – 12 can signup for the Tricks & Treat 2K!

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October 18th

Haunted Dental Office Asylum

1100 S Jackson Rd

6 PM – 9 PM

Visit Luna Dental for their Haunted Asylum events! If you’ve never experienced a haunted dental office, then now would be the first time to see it for yourself! This free event is suitable for the whole family. Don’t forget to bring your candy bag to enjoy Trunk or Treat, and games!

Photo courtesy of Facebook.

October 22nd

Halloween Brunch 

7001 N. 10th St. Ste. C

11 AM – 4 PM

Grab the girls and your cutest Halloween outfits and head to brunch. There’s never a wrong time for brunch and mimosa potions at Oak Texas Bar & Grill! You can also listen to live music all month long at their ‘Sunday Scaries’ sessions.

Photo Courtesy of Facebook.

October 29th 

Trunk or Treat at Harley Davidson

1201 S. Bentsen Rd.

11 AM – 3 PM

Find more fun things to do leading up to Halloween night! Share your passion for Harley Davidson with the whole family, and enjoy free trick-or-treating at this dealership. 

Photo courtesy of Facebook.

dia de los muertos woman in banner of fun things to do in McAllen.

Halloween Party in the Park

600 Sunset Dr.

9 AM – 2 PM

Keep the fun going at Quinta Mazatlan, and take your family to walk the Stick and Bones trail while in your Halloween best! Folklorico performances, and to shop local crafts and vendors, plus hauntingly-yummy treats!

Photo courtesy of Facebook.

Happening All Month Long!

Maddie’s Pumpkin Patch

6712 N Bentsen Rd

Monday – Sunday from 9 AM – 8 PM

Visit Maddie’s Pumpkin Patch all month long, to take fall photos with your family! General admission is $10 per person, and kids 2 years and under go in for free! Express your holiday mood and take some nice photos this season. 

Find More Spooky Fun Things to do in McAllen!

Find more fun things to do on our Event Calendar! Show us your Halloween spirit — Share with us your spook-tacular night on TikTok!

Shop Your Halloween Favorites at These 5 McAllen Stores

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Halloween shopping bags at McAllen Stores

Fall is one of the year’s busiest seasons in McAllen (besides the Christmas season AKA McAllen Holiday Parade)! Hit the town in style this ghoulish season and don your favorite costumes from these fang-tastic McAllen stores! There are so many exciting activities planned for October that we want you to be fully immersed in the Halloween spirit.

Shopping in McAllen is a unique experience, whether it’s downtown stores or the La Plaza Mall, there is something for everybody.

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Barn White

Located at 4317 N. 10th St.

(956) 687-7637

Open Monday – Saturday, 10 AM – 6 PM

In a cute blueish house on 10th Street, you might never expect the carefully crafted selection of Halloween items that await you. Barn White sells seasonal décor from the top cultivated brands you love.

Photo courtesy of Facebook.

Remembrance

Located at 1700 N. 10th St., Suite C.

(956) 400-7770

Open Monday – Saturday 11 AM – 6 PM

While scrolling through McAllen, we stumbled upon this unique gem, Remembrance Antique Shop. They host a variety of items, from clothing to shoes, accessories, and furniture. What makes them stand out more is their variety of fall and spooky décor.

JJ’s Party House

201 N Bicentennial Blvd

(956) 686-6461

Open Monday – Saturday 10 AM – 7 PM

The name explains it all. JJ’s Party House is your go-to warehouse for party supplies, costumes, and hosting the perfect celebration.

Photo courtesy of Facebook.

Oh Kay’s

4300 N. 10th St., Suite C

(956) 686-1264

Open Monday – Saturday 10 AM – 6 PM

Head to Oh Kays this spooky season! Grab your fall decorations and pumpkins from your favorite brands including MacKenzie – Childs, Juliska, Annieglass, Waterford, and Jon Hart.

The Gallery

420 N 10th St., Suite #2,

(956) 683-9812

Open Monday – Saturday 12 PM – 8 PM

Candles, essential oils, tarot cards, costumes, and decor? Immerse yourself in not only Halloween but dragons, incense burners, and much more. The Gallery has an array of unique items you won’t find anywhere else.

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Halloween McAllen Stores and Retailers

McAllen also has several big retailers filled with everyday Halloween items you will love. From indoor and outdoor decorations to full-blown amazing costumes, discover the McAllen stores serving you spooky vibes.

Kirkland’s

406 E Expressway 83,

Open:

  • Monday – Thursday: 10 AM – 7 PM
  • Friday & Saturday: 10AM – 8PM
  • Sunday: 11AM – 6PM

Spirit Halloween

1801 S. 10th Street.

Open Monday – Saturday: 10 AM – 10 PM and Sunday: 10 AM – 10 PM

Target

3600 Nolana Ave

Open Monday – Sunday: 8AM – 10PM

Bath & Body Works

3300 W. Expy 83

Open Monday – Saturday: 10AM – 8PM and Sunday: 10AM – 5PM

Get Spooky in McAllen this Halloween

With all the buzz already surrounding October, we know this will be a forgettable Halloween. Keep up with Explore McAllen on Facebook! 

Your October McAllen Events Guide: Markets, Ghoulish Fun, and More!

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Fall Things to do

Looking for places to enjoy this October? Look no more! Here are a few McAllen events and places to look forward to this fall season! Find even more holiday fun on our events calendar.

October 1st

McAllen Sunset Market

301 S Main St, Downtown in La Placita Park

5:30 PM

Join us downtown at the McAllen Heritage Center for some live music, art, food, and lots of vendors at the sunset market!

Photo courtesy of Facebook.

October 2nd

St Mark’s Pumpkin Patch

301 W Pecan Blvd

1 PM- 7 PM

If you are looking for a fun fall-themed activity for you and your family, then mini sessions are the perfect way to go! Visit the St Mark’s pumpkin patch and pick your favorite pumpkin along with your personalized mini! 

(956) 682-1481

October 7th

80’s rock at the 80’s brewery

400 Nolana Ave

7 PM – 9 PM

Want to live out your Stranger Things dream?! Enjoy 80’s rock and roll music, at 80’s Brewery,  where you can rock the night away with your friend this season.

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October 13th

Halloween Pet Photos

821 N Main St

6 PM – 9 PM

If you enjoy Halloween and would love to dress up your furry companion, then Halloween Pet Photos is the event to attend. Visit the Yaqui Animal Rescue center and take photos of you and your pets in fun Halloween costumes, all while also enjoying raffles and merchandise!

 

October 15th

McAllen Halloween Festival 

1000 S. Ware Rd.

5:30 PM – 10 PM

Don your best costume and join the McAllen Parks and Recreation hosting the Halloween Festival. Enjoy games, music, and prizes for the whole family. Plus, don’t forget to sign up for Fright Night 5K that night at Westside Park!

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October 28th

A MAD Haunting

311 S 17th St

6:30 PM – 10 PM

Treat the family to live pro wrestling, and live musical performances all at the Cine El Rey! You can enjoy: 

  • Table Vendors
  • Costume contest
  • Free face painting
  • FREE meet & greets
  • FREE indoor trick or treating

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October 29th

Halloween Costume Social

1309 N Main St 

10 PM – 2 AM

Get your tickets to the ultimate spooky night Halloween night, held by Level Up Dance group. While wearing your Halloween costume, enjoy some time with your friends and have a spooktacular night!

Halloween Party at Quinta Mazatlan

 600 Sunset Dr.

9 AM – 2 PM

Bring your friends and family to enjoy market and food vendors and see community performances. Don’t forget to dress up for your photo op, and to walk the Sticks and Bones trail, which is open throughout October and November.

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October 30th

4th Annual Spooktacular Awareness 5k Run/Walk

101 East Ridge Road, McAllen

7 AM

The Rio Grande Regional Hospital invites you to participate in their 4th Annual Spooktacular Awareness 5K Run/Walk! If you are interested in participating, register here! 

Share Your Experiences!

If you are participating in any of these events, we’d love to see your experiences! Show us your experiences and your good times on our Facebook and Instagram! 

Shopping in McAllen: 6 Places to Purchase Crystals

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Crystal shopping in McAllen

Fall is almost here, and if you love decorating for the upcoming seasons, then start shopping in McAllen. From locally-owned to big-name store brands, you can curate your home and lifestyle. Shop for one of this season’s most coveted items – crystals! 

Shop your favorite magical minerals at these six McAllen stores.

The Gallery

420 N 10th St suite #2

From accessories to gems, large gems, and clothing, The Gallery has many items for purchase this season. Check out their selection of incense and candles, premium cigars, theater make-up, and tattoo supplies! They are open Monday – Saturday from 12 PM to 8 PM.

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Entrance door of McAllen storesThe Angel New Age Gift Shop

5221 N 10th St suite 110

Come and feel the vibe of transcendence and welcoming while shopping from a vast selection of beautiful items. This shop has many unique items including carved stones, a variety of crystals, jewelry, and incense, as well as herbs and oils and chakra alignments. 

Tuesdays – Fridays from 11 AM – 6 PM

Saturdays from 11 AM – 3 PM

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The Tiny Crystal Shop

2217 N 10th St suite #3

Shop the mystical and magical at The Tiny Crystal Shop, a picturesque store that sells candles, crystals, jewelry, and a variety of novelties!

Mondays and Fridays from 2 PM to 7 PM

Saturdays from 2 PM – 6 PM

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DeLuna Awakening

4037 W Expressway 83 suite #160

Come and discover all things spiritual at DeLuna Awakening. Find everything from astrology, tarot, crystals, and chakras all in one place! Feel the vibe and find out what makes this place so unique! 

Monday – Friday from 11 AM – 8 PM

Saturday from 12 PM – 6 PM

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kitty cat earrings from McAllen Stores

Meow Makes Creations

4400 N 23rd St suite 139

Meow Makes Creations is a novelty craft shop that makes handcrafted natural stone jewelry, aromatherapy blends, and hand sanitizers. You can also shop from a vast selection of crystals, have a variety of different accessories and home decor to choose from! Meow Makes uses all-natural ingredients when making its products. 

Tuesday and Wednesday from 12 PM – 3 PM, 4 PM – 8:30 PM

Thursday from 12 PM – 10 PM

Friday from 12 PM – 11 PM

Saturday from 11 AM – 11 PM

Sunday from 10 AM – 5 PM

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Jade, and quartz crystals shopping in Mcallen

Cosmic Earthly Wellness

6308 N 10th St suite 40 

Shop for high-quality and affordable crystals at Cosmic Earthly Wellness! This place offers a variety of crystal types. Plus, you can shop a unique selection of jewelry and scented candles. If you are unsure what to gift, you can also ask their knowledgeable staff.

Monday – Thursday from 11:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday – Saturday from 11:30 AM – 6 PM

Sunday from 12 – 6 PM

Shopping in McAllen

You can buy almost anything in McAllen, it is just that versatile. Find more places McAllen clothing stores, and local-owned shops online. Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook as we spotlight the latest vendor pop-ups in McAllen!

Share Your Magical Journey with US!

Found items for your magical and spiritual journey? Share your favorite stores with us online!

What’s Coming Up This Season?

There is plenty in store this fall and winter, and Explore McAllen will cover it all. Follow us online, and see our Events Calendar for fun things to do city-wide and even upcoming McAllen convention center events!

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