Quinta Mazatlan historic adobe structure
Quinta Mazatlan is a historic adobe structure and world birding center in McAllen.

Rio Grande Valley

Rio Grande
Valley

Travel Region

South Texas Plains

The Valley’s standout culture matches its tropical terrain perfectly. It’s not stereotypical Texas—with its bright-colored birds and citrus orchards—and maybe that’s what makes it so Texan.

Upcoming Events

Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony

Dec. 6

Downtown, South Main Street

Beautifully lit Christmas floats, Santa Claus, elves, and music ring in the Christmas season in Del Rio. The mayor turns on the switch that lights up the Christmas tree and all the beautiful lights in the park. There are arts and crafts vendors on site.

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Wild Game Dinner and Gun Raffle

Dec. 7

The Del Rio Civic Center, 1915 Veterans Blvd.

This annual fundraiser is one of the biggest events hosted by the Del Rio Chamber of Commerce, attracting a large crowd of locals and visitors. There’s wild game dishes, a winter fair, entertainment, and a gun raffle.

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