Chicharra Fest is happening tomorrow, Thursday, July 17th from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at Quinta Mazatlán! Celebrate the sounds of summer with a stroll through our themed trail featuring large book pages from Cicada Symphony, perfect for all ages to enjoy. Guests can also experience live string music by the RGV Jazz Collective, get creative with arts and crafts, explore interactive educational tables, and enjoy delicious food and drink from local vendors. Tickets are just $5, and children 2 and under get in free. Purchase yours today at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com and don’t miss this unique summer evening at Quinta!

Chicharra Fest is happening tomorrow, Thursday, July 17th from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at Quinta Mazatlán! Celebrate the sounds of summer with a stroll through our themed trail featuring large book pages from Cicada Symphony, perfect for all ages to enjoy. Guests can also experience live string music by the RGV Jazz Collective, get creative with arts and crafts, explore interactive educational tables, and enjoy delicious food and drink from local vendors. Tickets are just $5, and children 2 and under get in free. Purchase yours today at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com and don’t miss this unique summer evening at Quinta!

Chicharra Fest is happening this Thursday at Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center. Don't miss out!

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Chicharra Fest is this Thursday! Happening July 17 from 6:30–8:30pm, this festive evening celebrates the sounds of summer and the return of the cicadas to the forest! Enjoy a magical night on the trail with: 📖 Giant storybook pages from Cicada Symphony by Lisa Kobman 🎶 Live string music by RGV Jazz Collective 🎨 Arts, crafts & educational activities 🍧 Food & drink vendors 🚌 Free charter bus from 1400 Wichita Ave. 🎟 Tickets are $5, children 2 and under are free and can be purchased at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com. Let the music and rhythm of the cicadas guide your way through this unforgettable nature celebration.

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Moths have interesting names like Bold-marked Granite, Magician Moth, Blush Conchylodes, Saucy Beauty, and more. Join as we celebrate the beautiful moths of the Rio Grande Valley during our annual Mothing by Moonlight event on Saturday, July 19th! These are just a handful of the sights from previous years. The event runs from 9pm - midnight with a $5 admission fee.

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Thanks to all the volunteers who came out to support the Tiny Forest at the McAllen Public Library, including folks from the Villalobos Law Firm! The volunteers helped with forest establishment care, keeping the xeriscape tidy, and got to meet lots of native plants along the way. You can learn more about the project at our blog (linked below). bit.ly/TinyForestMPL

It’s peak glowing season! The Texas Glowing Click Beetle may look like a firefly, but its glow comes from its back — and it can flip through the air! Learn all about this fascinating glow beetle today at STEM Stops!🪲 #naturebasedlearning #STEM #FindYourPark #southtexasecology #quintamazatlan

We'll be hosting our annual Mothing by Moonlight event on Saturday, July 19th, from 9pm - Midnight. This event features a dimly lit trail for self-guided exploration, insect viewing UV stations, arts and crafts, and more - all in the special atmosphere of Quinta Mazatlan at night.

July is the peak month for cicada emergence and the best time to observe them within the forest.✨ Bring your tot to learn all about the cicada and to hear their song, tomorrow morning at Forest Tots! #naturebasedlearning #outdoorlearningenvironment #cicada #quintamazatlan

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🐍🦎 Tonight's the night! Urban Frontier Exotics is bringing the wild to Thursday Night Live with an unforgettable live animal show! Get up close with fascinating creatures and enjoy an evening of family-friendly fun. 🐢✨ 🎟️ Beat the lines! We highly recommend pre-purchasing your tickets so you can scan and go when you arrive and you wont miss a moment of the action. 📍Location: 600 Sunset Dr. McAllen, TX 🕕 Time: 6:30-8:30pm | Program starts at 7pm 🎫 Tickets: $5, children 2 and younger are free, purchase at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com Don't miss this exciting experience!

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🦎🐍 Look who’s coming back to Quinta Mazatlán! Urban Frontier Exotics returns this Thursday, July 10th, for our Thursday Night Live summer series! If you’ve seen them at events like Monarch Fest or ReFest, you know how exciting and wild their presentations are! Get up close and personal with fascinating live reptiles and learn all kinds of cool facts about these amazing animals. It’s an interactive experience the whole family will love! 📅 Thursday, July 10 ⏰ 6:30–8:30 PM | Show starts at 7:00 PM 🎟️ $5 admission | Kids 2 and under are free purchase tickets at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com 🚐 Free shuttle from 1400 Wichita Ave (located between La Plaza Mall and Best Western) 📸 Swipe through for highlights from past events!

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Don’t Miss Tomorrow’s Thursday Night Live! 🦎🍋🍧 We’ve got more than just wild animals in the spotlight—come hungry and check out these delicious local vendors: 🍩 Twins Funnel Bar – Funnel cakes, fried Oreos, three-meat tacos, and loaded fries topped with meat! 🍋 Randerie’s Freshly Squeezed Lemonade – Cool off with flavored lemonade and fresh popcorn. 🧀 The Little Charcuterie Chef – Grab a charcuterie cup or enjoy watermelon on a stick. 🍧 La Garrafa Nieve – Beat the heat with a variety of nieve flavors and refreshing agua frescas. Gates open at 6:30pm, and Urban Frontier Exotics takes the stage at 7pm! 🎟️ Tickets just $5, children 2 and under are free, purchase at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.

Tonight in the park! Join us for another fun-filled Flashlight Nights with a guided night hike through the park. With recent rains we're hoping for lots of nocturnal wildlife action. Tickets only available at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.

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🐍 Live Animal Show This Thursday! 🐢 This week’s Thursday Night Live features a wild and exciting presentation by Urban Frontier Exotics This fun and educational event is perfect for all ages—and yes, guests can touch the animals! 🐾 Come meet amazing creatures like: ✨ Penny the Sulcata Tortoise ✨ Stoick the Red Tegu ✨ Muzan the Reticulated Python 📅 Date: Thursday, July 10 ⏰ Time: 6:30–8:30 PM (Live animal program starts at 7 PM) 📍 Location: Quinta Mazatlán, 600 Sunset Dr. 🎟️ Tickets: $5 per person (Children 2 & under are FREE) 🎫 Purchase tickets at: quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com 🚐 Due to limited parking, free shuttle service will be available from 1400 Wichita Ave. We recommend arriving early to allow time for transport to the venue. Don’t miss this wild summer night at Quinta Mazatlán!

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There's a magic to summer evenings, from flower silhouettes at sunset to the wildlife that comes out after dusk. Read our latest in rgvisionmagazine to learn more about Quinta Mazatlan programs and other ways to enjoy the evenings outdoors in the Rio Grande Valley. rgvisionmagazine.com/the-magic-of-summer/

Join us next Saturday, July 12th, at the mcallenlibrary to help their Tiny Forest grow through weeding, litter pick-up, and documenting the plants and animals of the new forest. All volunteers must register (bit.ly/QMvolunteering). Hope to see you there!

Wondering how to get your kids outside this summer? Try exploring nature through photography! Whether with a camera or on your phone there is a whole season worth exploring. 🌱📷 Photo submissions for Southern Exposures' Youth Nature Photo Contest are now open through July 31st! To learn more visit www.vlfsouthernexposures.com

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Happy 4th of July from your friends at Wild Birds Unlimited! 🎉🎆🐦 The Bald Eagle 🦅has been the national bird of the United States since 1782. While they're rarely seen in the Rio Grande Valley, a juvenile Bald Eagle was spotted in the area just last Fall! Did you know that Bald Eagles build the largest nests of any North American bird? 🪺 Some nests have been recorded at 10 feet across, 12 feet deep, and weighing up to 2000 pounds, according to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. Happy birding, from the RGV's friendly backyard bird feeding experts! ❤️🐦 #wbumcallen #rgvbirds #backyardbirding #mcallentexas #riograndevalley #Riograndevalleytexas #birding #birds #shoplocal #supportsmallbusinessowners #ZEISS #ZEISSNature #birdwatching

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🎆 Pops in the Park is happening TONIGHT! 🎶 From 6:30–8:30pm, enjoy an evening of music, food, family fun, and nature activities at Quinta Mazatlán! 🎺 At 7:00pm, the Valley Symphony Orchestra’s Brass Quintet will take the stage for a special patriotic concert. 🌭 Food & Drink Vendors will be serving up all the classics: hot dogs, popcorn, lemonade, ice cream, mini pies & spirits! 🎨 Kids Activities include hands-on nature art: Take-home firecracker artwork made with natural items Seed bombs to plant at home Learn about the Cochineal bug and its unique red color! 🚐 Parking Alert: Due to limited onsite parking, a free shuttle service will run from 1400 Wichita Ave from 6–9pm. 🎟️ Skip the line! We recommend purchasing your $5 tickets in advance at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com. Children 2 & under are free. It’s going to be a magical evening, see you there!

🎆 Pops in the Park is happening TONIGHT! 🎶 From 6:30–8:30pm, enjoy an evening of music, food, family fun, and nature activities at Quinta Mazatlán! 🎺 At 7:00pm, the Valley Symphony Orchestra’s Brass Quintet will take the stage for a special patriotic concert. 🌭 Food & Drink Vendors will be serving up all the classics: hot dogs, popcorn, lemonade, ice cream, mini pies & spirits! 🎨 Kids Activities include hands-on nature art: Take-home firecracker artwork made with natural items Seed bombs to plant at home Learn about the Cochineal bug and its unique red color! 🚐 Parking Alert: Due to limited onsite parking, a free shuttle service will run from 1400 Wichita Ave from 6–9pm. 🎟️ Skip the line! We recommend purchasing your $5 tickets in advance at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com. Children 2 & under are free. It’s going to be a magical evening, see you there!

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Experience a magical evening at Pops in the Park with a live concert by the Valley Symphony Orchestra! Gates open at 6:30pm, and a special patriotic performance by the VSO Brass Quintet begins at 7:00pm. Get ready for a night of music in the park to kick off this holiday weekend!

☀️ The sun is shining and skies are clear it’s a perfect evening for Pops in the Park! 🎶🌳 Join us tonight starting at 6:30pm for an unforgettable night of music and fun in the park! 🎟️ Tickets are just $5 and still available at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com. Grab yours now and skip the lines, we’ll see you tonight!

☀️ The sun is shining and skies are clear it’s a perfect evening for Pops in the Park! 🎶🌳 Join us tonight starting at 6:30pm for an unforgettable night of music and fun in the park! 🎟️ Tickets are just $5 and still available at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com. Grab yours now and skip the lines, we’ll see you tonight!

Keep your backyard buzzing with birds—and spend less time refilling feeders—with WBU SEED CYLINDERS! They're our LONGEST-LASTING FOOD, and they're 🚩 15% OFF THRU JULY 13TH!* 🚩 Promo Code: CYLINDER15 🟠 Made from the highest-quality seeds, nuts and more, WBU Seed Cylinders are tightly-packed food keeps birds around longer because they have to work to remove a morsel on each trip to the feeder. That means more viewing time! 🟠 Because they're long-lasting, Seed Cylinders are perfect when you're planning a get-away, or just want to spend less time refilling. 🟠 Our No-Melt Seed Cylinders can stand up to our Valley heat! 😎 Shop WBU Seed Cylinders: https://order.wbu.com/mcallen/bird-food/seed-cylinders (clickable link in our bio's link tree) 🗓️ And don't miss this month's 🌿 FREE NATURE TALKS 🌿 on NATIVE BEES🐝🐝🐝 and WILD PARROTS! 🦜 🦜 🦜 https://mcallen.wbu.com/events Happy birding, from the RGV's friendly backyard bird feeding experts! ❤️🐦 Featured Birds: Downy Woodpecker** WBU Food: Bug, Nut & Berry Seed Cylinder Feeder: Tidy Cylinder Feeder (Nordic Green) *Valid in-store or online at WBU McAllen. One discount per purchase. Offer not valid on previous purchases or sale items. Offer valid July 3-13, 2025. **Featured Birds may include species from across the USA, not just those seen in Texas' Rio Grande Valley. #wbumcallen #rgvbirds #backyardbirding #mcallentexas #riograndevalley #Riograndevalleytexas #birding #birds #shoplocal #supportsmallbusinessowners #nativeplants #gardening

🎨✨ Creative Fun for the Kids at Pops in the Park! ✨🎨 Little artists can dive into hands-on crafts that spark imagination and connect with nature! 🌿 Paint dazzling firework scenes using natural materials 💣 Create seed bombs to take home and grow in your own backyard 🐞 Discover the Cochineal beetle and its incredible natural red dye There’s something magical (and a little messy!) for every young explorer, don’t miss out on the creativity happening all evening long! 🌟 Pops in the Park is happening Thursday, July 3rd from 6:30 - 8:30pm. Tickets are $5, children 2 and under are free and can be purchased at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.

🎨✨ Creative Fun for the Kids at Pops in the Park! ✨🎨 Little artists can dive into hands-on crafts that spark imagination and connect with nature! 🌿 Paint dazzling firework scenes using natural materials 💣 Create seed bombs to take home and grow in your own backyard 🐞 Discover the Cochineal beetle and its incredible natural red dye There’s something magical (and a little messy!) for every young explorer, don’t miss out on the creativity happening all evening long! 🌟 Pops in the Park is happening Thursday, July 3rd from 6:30 - 8:30pm. Tickets are $5, children 2 and under are free and can be purchased at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.

Grateful doesn't even begin to cover it! 🐦💚 Thanks to YOU—our amazing community—we were honored with the "Voice of the Customer" recognition at this year’s Wild Birds Unlimited Annual Conference! Your support means the world to us. We also came back full of inspiration and knowledge on how to better serve our local birds—and you! Keep an eye out for some exciting new products and updates coming your way soon. 🪺✨ From the bottom of our hearts: thank you. 💛 Happy birding, from the RGV's friendly backyard bird feeding experts! ❤️🐦 #wbumcallen #rgvbirds #backyardbirding #mcallentexas #riograndevalley #Riograndevalleytexas #birding #birds #shoplocal #supportsmallbusinessowners

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Zach from the Valley Symphony Orchestra has a special invitation just for you! Pops in the Park is set to be an unforgettable evening filled with live music, family fun, and festive summer vibes. Experience the magic of the symphony under the stars with great food, great company, and a whole lot of heart! Tickets are $5 and can be pre purchased at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.

Zach from the Valley Symphony Orchestra has a special invitation just for you! Pops in the Park is set to be an unforgettable evening filled with live music, family fun, and festive summer vibes. Experience the magic of the symphony under the stars with great food, great company, and a whole lot of heart! Tickets are $5 and can be pre purchased at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.

Hello, due to forecasted rain and potential flooding, tonight's Flashlight Nights program is cancelled. Please visit quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com to see the upcoming dates still available for this program.

Hello, due to forecasted rain and potential flooding, tonight's Flashlight Nights program is cancelled. Please visit quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com to see the upcoming dates still available for this program.

Exciting news, Shark Week fans! 🦈 In celebration of Discovery Shark Week 2025 (July 20–26), we’re offering limited-edition Fahlo bracelets that let you track a real hammerhead shark! 🐋 These special bracelets are made in partnership with Saving the Blue, an amazing nonprofit organization working to restore populations of threatened marine species—including hammerheads and many other sharks. Starting today, you can grab your bracelet, follow your shark’s journey, and be part of something bigger: supporting ocean conservation. 🌊💙 Get yours while they last! Happy birding, from the RGV's friendly backyard bird feeding experts! 🩵 🪺 #wbumcallen #rgvbirds #backyardbirding #mcallentexas #riograndevalley #Riograndevalleytexas #birding #birds #shoplocal #supportsmallbusinessowners

🎆🎺 Pops at the Park is this Thursday, July 3rd! 🎺🎆 Get ready for a star-spangled evening of music, fun, and delicious eats! 🌭🍧 Here's a taste of what you can enjoy: 🍋 Randerie's Freshly Squeezed Lemonade – Ice-cold lemonade, classic hot dogs, and buttery popcorn! 🧀 The Little Charcuterie Chef – Build your own charcuterie cup & cool off with watermelon on a stick. 🍨 La Garrafa Nieve – Enjoy traditional Mexican ice cream in a variety of delicious flavors. 🥧 Autumn's Pastries – Mini pies galore! Apple, cherry, pineapple, peach, and blueberry, there’s a favorite for everyone. 🍹 El Nopalito – Spirits for the 21+ crowd to keep the celebration going! Bring your patriotic spirit, and your appetite, this is one summer night you won’t want to miss! 📍 Quinta Mazatlán, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen 🕡 Thursday, July 3rd | 6:30PM–8:30PM 🎶 Featuring live music from the Valley Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet at 7pm 🎟️ Tickets: $5 | Kids 2 & under are free 🎟️ Buy now: quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com

🎆🎺 Pops at the Park is this Thursday, July 3rd! 🎺🎆 Get ready for a star-spangled evening of music, fun, and delicious eats! 🌭🍧 Here's a taste of what you can enjoy: 🍋 Randerie's Freshly Squeezed Lemonade – Ice-cold lemonade, classic hot dogs, and buttery popcorn! 🧀 The Little Charcuterie Chef – Build your own charcuterie cup & cool off with watermelon on a stick. 🍨 La Garrafa Nieve – Enjoy traditional Mexican ice cream in a variety of delicious flavors. 🥧 Autumn's Pastries – Mini pies galore! Apple, cherry, pineapple, peach, and blueberry, there’s a favorite for everyone. 🍹 El Nopalito – Spirits for the 21+ crowd to keep the celebration going! Bring your patriotic spirit, and your appetite, this is one summer night you won’t want to miss! 📍 Quinta Mazatlán, 600 Sunset Drive, McAllen 🕡 Thursday, July 3rd | 6:30PM–8:30PM 🎶 Featuring live music from the Valley Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet at 7pm 🎟️ Tickets: $5 | Kids 2 & under are free 🎟️ Buy now: quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com

Get ready for a star-spangled evening at Pops in the Park with the Valley Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet! Experience a patriotic celebration under the trees on Thursday, July 3rd from 6:30–8:30 PM at Quinta Mazatlán. 🌳✨ 🎺 Special performance begins at 7 PM 🍧 Local vendors will be serving up the classics: hot dogs, popcorn, lemonade, ice cream, mini pies, watermelon & more! 🍉🌭🥧 🎟 Admission is just $5, children 2 and under are free, grab your tickets now at: quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com 🚌 Free shuttle rides available from our temporary parking lot at 1400 Wichita Ave. Bring your spirit, and your appetite—we'll see you there!🎆

Get ready for a star-spangled evening at Pops in the Park with the Valley Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet! Experience a patriotic celebration under the trees on Thursday, July 3rd from 6:30–8:30 PM at Quinta Mazatlán. 🌳✨ 🎺 Special performance begins at 7 PM 🍧 Local vendors will be serving up the classics: hot dogs, popcorn, lemonade, ice cream, mini pies, watermelon & more! 🍉🌭🥧 🎟 Admission is just $5, children 2 and under are free, grab your tickets now at: quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com 🚌 Free shuttle rides available from our temporary parking lot at 1400 Wichita Ave. Bring your spirit, and your appetite—we'll see you there!🎆

With all the focus on using native plants in our landscapes due to biodiversity declines - 20% fewer butterflies since 2000, for example - it's important to know if urban greening projects like butterfly gardens, micro forests, and wildflower meadows actually make a difference. Our newest Mayors' Monarch Pledge blog post delves into the science of urban habitat restoration and its impacts on biodiversity. Check it out at the link below! cuefornature.wordpress.com/2025/06/25/green-changes-big-impact

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With all the focus on using native plants in our landscapes due to biodiversity declines - 20% fewer butterflies since 2000, for example - it's important to know if urban greening projects like butterfly gardens, micro forests, and wildflower meadows actually make a difference. Our newest Mayors' Monarch Pledge blog post delves into the science of urban habitat restoration and its impacts on biodiversity. Check it out at the link below! cuefornature.wordpress.com/2025/06/25/green-changes-big-impact

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We're one month into our Flashlight Nights season and have been finding lots of cool wildlife on the guided night hikes! That includes the first few emerging Giant Cicadas, a Texas Eyed Click Beetle, and a Texas Glowing Click Beetle. Remember that this is a limited space program that requires online registration. Tickets only available via quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com. Spaces fill up quickly, so get yours in advance! We recommend arriving a little before 8:30.

We're one month into our Flashlight Nights season and have been finding lots of cool wildlife on the guided night hikes! That includes the first few emerging Giant Cicadas, a Texas Eyed Click Beetle, and a Texas Glowing Click Beetle. Remember that this is a limited space program that requires online registration. Tickets only available via quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com. Spaces fill up quickly, so get yours in advance! We recommend arriving a little before 8:30.

Birds don’t take the summer off—and neither should your feeders. 🌞 Birds are busier than ever! 🐦 From nesting to molting, they need consistent, nutrient-rich food to stay strong. Listen to this month's episode of the #NatureCentered Podcast to learn simple ways to keep your yard a reliable stop for hungry birds all summer long. 🎧 Tune in wherever you get your podcasts or on our website: https://mcallen.wbu.com/nature-centered-onewbu And don't forget: THIS WEEKEND, you'll get 🚩 1 FREE SUET CAKE 🚩 when you buy 4, if you're a Daily Savings Club member!* 🤩 Happy birding, from the RGV's friendly backyard bird feeding experts! ❤️🐦 *For DSC members only, while supplies last. Free cake of equal or lesser value. Valid in-store only at WBU McAllen, June 26–30. #wbumcallen #rgvbirds #backyardbirding #mcallentexas #riograndevalley #Riograndevalleytexas #birding #birds #shoplocal #supportsmallbusinessowners #nativeplants #gardening

🦖 Wake-up call from the Cretaceous! 🦕 Jurassic RGV stomps into Quinta Mazatlán THIS MORNING for our rescheduled dinosaur show. 🚪 No tickets at the door. 🎟 We’re honoring pre-purchased tickets from the original date, plus a very small batch still available online right now. Secure your spot before they’re gone → quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com See you in the park—don’t forget your dino roar!

🦖 Wake-up call from the Cretaceous! 🦕 Jurassic RGV stomps into Quinta Mazatlán THIS MORNING for our rescheduled dinosaur show. 🚪 No tickets at the door. 🎟 We’re honoring pre-purchased tickets from the original date, plus a very small batch still available online right now. Secure your spot before they’re gone → quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com See you in the park—don’t forget your dino roar!

🦖 The dinosaurs are back—TONIGHT! 🦕 We’re excited to welcome Jurassic RGV for one of our rescheduled shows happening this evening at Quinta Mazatlán! ‼️ Please note: No tickets will be sold at the door. ✅ Only pre-purchased tickets from the original date or limited tickets available online will be accepted for entry. 🎟 Grab your last-minute tickets now at: quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com

🦖 The dinosaurs are back—TONIGHT! 🦕 We’re excited to welcome Jurassic RGV for one of our rescheduled shows happening this evening at Quinta Mazatlán! ‼️ Please note: No tickets will be sold at the door. ✅ Only pre-purchased tickets from the original date or limited tickets available online will be accepted for entry. 🎟 Grab your last-minute tickets now at: quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com

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We're looking forward to spending another Saturday exploring the science behind summer seasonal wonders with you!✨🌱 Due to a special event, our program times have been shifted to the afternoon. 🐸Forest Tots: 12:00pm to 1:30pm 🐣STEM Stops: 1:00pm - 2:00pm and 3:00pm to 4:00pm #STEM #Naturebasededucation #scouting #quintamazatlan #mcallenevents

We're looking forward to spending another Saturday exploring the science behind summer seasonal wonders with you!✨🌱 Due to a special event, our program times have been shifted to the afternoon. 🐸Forest Tots: 12:00pm to 1:30pm 🐣STEM Stops: 1:00pm - 2:00pm and 3:00pm to 4:00pm #STEM #Naturebasededucation #scouting #quintamazatlan #mcallenevents

🦖 Exciting Update! Jurassic RGV has been rescheduled—and we’re thrilled to announce two new show dates, Friday June 27th, 6:30-8:30pm and Saturday, June 28, 9:30-11:30am. 🎟️ A limited number of tickets are available for each program, so don’t wait to grab yours! 📌 Important Reminder: ONLY PRE PURCHASED TICKETS WILL BE PERMITTED, NO TICKETS SOLD AT THE DOOR! You must show proof of your original ticket or a new ticket for the updated date. 💵 Tickets are $5 and available now at: quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com

🦖 Exciting Update! Jurassic RGV has been rescheduled—and we’re thrilled to announce two new show dates, Friday June 27th, 6:30-8:30pm and Saturday, June 28, 9:30-11:30am. 🎟️ A limited number of tickets are available for each program, so don’t wait to grab yours! 📌 Important Reminder: ONLY PRE PURCHASED TICKETS WILL BE PERMITTED, NO TICKETS SOLD AT THE DOOR! You must show proof of your original ticket or a new ticket for the updated date. 💵 Tickets are $5 and available now at: quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com

Tonight’s the night! Celebrate the longest day of the year with us at our Summer Solstice event! Enjoy live music, garden tours, arts and crafts, local food vendors, market booths, and fun for the whole family. 📍 Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Dr. in McAllen 🕔 6:30-8:30pm, Come early and soak up the sunshine! Want to breeze right in? Get your tickets early, skip the line, and get straight to the fun! 🎟️ Just $5 (free for children 2 and under) at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com Skip the parking hassle! Catch a free shuttle ride from 1400 Wichita Ave.

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Tonight’s the night! Celebrate the longest day of the year with us at our Summer Solstice event! Enjoy live music, garden tours, arts and crafts, local food vendors, market booths, and fun for the whole family. 📍 Quinta Mazatlan, 600 Sunset Dr. in McAllen 🕔 6:30-8:30pm, Come early and soak up the sunshine! Want to breeze right in? Get your tickets early, skip the line, and get straight to the fun! 🎟️ Just $5 (free for children 2 and under) at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com Skip the parking hassle! Catch a free shuttle ride from 1400 Wichita Ave.

📣Heads up, Daily Savings Club members! 📣 From June 26–30, get 1 FREE SUET CAKE, when you buy 4!* 🤩 WHY BUY WBU SUET? IT'S SUPERIOR! 🟢 Our suets have a higher amount of actual suet than lower-quality cakes. Less expensive cakes, like those found at the grocery or hardware store, typically have a high proportion of grain—check the ingredients. 🟢 WBU suets are chock full of high-protein peanuts, peanut butter, mealworms, and tree nuts. Busy bird families can really use that right now! 🟢 Our suets come in no-melt versions that can withstand temperatures up to 130°F! 🟢 You can choose one of our hot pepper suets if you need help keeping squirrels and other critters away! Shop our suet selection and give your backyard birds the nutrition to help them thrive! https://order.wbu.com/mcallen/bird-food/suet-mealworms Happy birding, from the RGV's friendly backyard bird feeding experts! ❤️🐦 Featured Bird: Pileated Woodpecker** WBU Food: Suet Cakes Feeder: EcoTough® Double Tail Prop Feeder *For DSC members only, while supplies last. Free cake of equal or lesser value. Valid in-store only at WBU McAllen. **Featured Birds may include species from across the USA, not just those seen in Texas' Rio Grande Valley. #wbumcallen #rgvbirds #backyardbirding #mcallentexas #riograndevalley #Riograndevalleytexas #birding #birds #shoplocal #supportsmallbusinessowners #nativeplants #gardening

Come out and enjoy Summer Solstice with a great lineup of food and market vendors! From delicious eats to handmade goods, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Come out and enjoy Summer Solstice with a great lineup of food and market vendors! From delicious eats to handmade goods, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Experience the magic of the Summer Solstice tomorrow with live music, hands-on crafts, guided nature walks, and family-friendly fun! Check out the flyer for activity times and locations. There’s something for everyone to enjoy! Scouts are welcome! Participate in our arts & crafts activities to fulfill partial badge requirements, a great way to learn, create, and explore!

Experience the magic of the Summer Solstice tomorrow with live music, hands-on crafts, guided nature walks, and family-friendly fun! Check out the flyer for activity times and locations. There’s something for everyone to enjoy! Scouts are welcome! Participate in our arts & crafts activities to fulfill partial badge requirements, a great way to learn, create, and explore!

Is your child interested in trees, flower and other fruiting and budding plants? There are still spots open for next week's Junior Botanist Camp! Register today at www.mcallenparks.net #quintamazatlan #STEM #naturebasedlearning #summer2025 #summercamp

Is your child interested in trees, flower and other fruiting and budding plants? There are still spots open for next week's Junior Botanist Camp! Register today at www.mcallenparks.net #quintamazatlan #STEM #naturebasedlearning #summer2025 #summercamp

Celebrate an early Independence Day with a family-friendly evening of music, food, and fun under the stars happening on Thursday, July 3rd from 6:30-8:30pm. Enjoy a live patriotic performance by the Valley Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet, featuring classic American favorites that will get you in the spirit. 🎨 Kids can get creative with patriotic arts & crafts 🌭 Savor favorites like hot dogs, popcorn, lemonade, mini pies and watermelon from local vendors 🎶 Live music, family fun, and community vibes! 🎟️ Admission: $5 per person, children 2 and under are free and can be purchased at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com. 🚌 Free shuttle service from 1400 Wichita Ave from 6-9pm. Bring your lawn chairs, your red-white-and-blue, and get ready to kick off the holiday weekend with heart and harmony!

Celebrate an early Independence Day with a family-friendly evening of music, food, and fun under the stars happening on Thursday, July 3rd from 6:30-8:30pm. Enjoy a live patriotic performance by the Valley Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet, featuring classic American favorites that will get you in the spirit. 🎨 Kids can get creative with patriotic arts & crafts 🌭 Savor favorites like hot dogs, popcorn, lemonade, mini pies and watermelon from local vendors 🎶 Live music, family fun, and community vibes! 🎟️ Admission: $5 per person, children 2 and under are free and can be purchased at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com. 🚌 Free shuttle service from 1400 Wichita Ave from 6-9pm. Bring your lawn chairs, your red-white-and-blue, and get ready to kick off the holiday weekend with heart and harmony!

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Everything you need to know for a magical Summer Solstice evening happening this Thursday from 6:30 - 8:30pm! 🌞✨ 🌿 Enjoy an evening filled with: 🧘‍♀️ Yoga in the Park 🎪 Mesmerizing Aerialist Performances 🥁 Live Music by the South Texas Mother Earth Drum Circle 🌱 Plant Sale with native plants 🛍️ Market & Artisan Vendors 🌮 Tasty Food Trucks 🌟 And so much more magic under the trees! 🎟️ Tickets are just $5 and we highly recommend purchasing online to beat the lines: quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com 🚌 FREE shuttle service from our temporary parking lot at 1400 Wichita Ave will be available for all guests with shuttle running from 6-9pm. Bring your friends, family, and good energy, we can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Everything you need to know for a magical Summer Solstice evening happening this Thursday from 6:30 - 8:30pm! 🌞✨ 🌿 Enjoy an evening filled with: 🧘‍♀️ Yoga in the Park 🎪 Mesmerizing Aerialist Performances 🥁 Live Music by the South Texas Mother Earth Drum Circle 🌱 Plant Sale with native plants 🛍️ Market & Artisan Vendors 🌮 Tasty Food Trucks 🌟 And so much more magic under the trees! 🎟️ Tickets are just $5 and we highly recommend purchasing online to beat the lines: quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com 🚌 FREE shuttle service from our temporary parking lot at 1400 Wichita Ave will be available for all guests with shuttle running from 6-9pm. Bring your friends, family, and good energy, we can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Frogs love the warmer weather and can be seen and heard during the summer season! 🐸At this week's Forest Tots we're exploring frog, where they live, and how they are different from toads. Bring your tot to join the fun!☀️✨ #naturebasedlearning #outdoorlearningenvironments #frogandtoad #wetlandhabitats

Frogs love the warmer weather and can be seen and heard during the summer season! 🐸At this week's Forest Tots we're exploring frog, where they live, and how they are different from toads. Bring your tot to join the fun!☀️✨ #naturebasedlearning #outdoorlearningenvironments #frogandtoad #wetlandhabitats

🔥 The heat is on… and staying hydrated isn’t just a challenge for us—it’s tough on birds too! 🐦💧 As temperatures rise, birds lose moisture while flying, feeding, and especially while caring for their young. That means access to clean, fresh water is critical—especially during nesting season! 💡 One of the easiest and most rewarding ways to support your backyard birds? Provide a reliable water source! ✅ A shallow birdbath (think puddle-like!) ✅ A small dish of water on a stand ✅ A drip hose or recirculating fountain ✅ Even a DIY setup with a bowl and a few stones! 🌿 Tips for bird-safe hydration: • Keep water sources clean and refill regularly 🧼 • Place in a shady, safe spot—away from prowling cats • Add nearby shrubs or perches for quick cover Watching birds splash, sip, and preen is not only adorable—it’s a reminder of how small actions can make a big difference. 💚 Have questions about setting up a bird-friendly water station? We’re happy to help! We also have a colorful collection of birdbaths in store for you to choose from. Don't forget our promo happening this week - FREE 5lbs. of No-Mess with $75 Purchase* Happy birding, from the RGV's friendly backyard bird feeding experts! 💛🐦 *Valid in-store or online at WBU McAllen June 5-15, 2025, with $75 purchase. One discount per purchase. Offer not valid on previous purchases or Daily Savings Club memberships. #wbumcallen #rgvbirds #BackyardBirding #mcallentexas #riograndevalley #Riograndevalleytexas #shoplocal #supportsmallbusinessowners #HydrateTheBirds #BirdBathSeason #BackyardBirds #BirdFriendlyYard #BirdwatchingJoy

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Learn a little about one of our night-blooming cactus species! The Night-blooming Cereus or Triangle Cactus (Acanthocereus tetragonus) is a gorgeous, large, and sprawling cactus that is often found in dense thickets of the Rio Grande Valley. Look for their flowers opening around 9:30PM - 10 PM!

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The sights of Quinta Mazatlan on an off-and-on rainy Saturday. Between bursts of rain, the birds, insects, and lizards of the park were active along the trails. The plants of the forests, gardens, and meadows have responded quickly to the recent showers and storms with new leaves and flowers, providing food for wildlife and beautiful sights and smells for visitors. Come by and visit us next week!

Frog and Toad live quite similarly, but there is plenty, which makes them unique in their own way! From behavior, to color, even in the way they move, there is much to discover of our friends by the pond. 🐸✨Learn more with us at this Saturday's STEM Stops! #mcallenevents #quintamazatlan #STEM #southtexasecology #FindYourPark

Have you set up your FOUNDATIONAL FEEDER? Every backyard birding haven needs one. This is a feeder that your birds can rely on as regular food stop for themselves and their fledglings. A great foundational feeder: 1️⃣ Holds enough food for at least 4 days and is easy to refill. 2️⃣ Is a type that most birds will eat from, like a hopper, tube, or cylinder feeder. 3️⃣ Can host multiple birds at once. 4️⃣ Is positioned where you can easily watch the action and at a safe distance from windows. 5️⃣ Is filled with nutritious food that keeps your birds healthy and coming back for more, like our Wild Birds Unlimited bird foods! Keeping at least one feeder always stocked is not only good for your birds—it keeps the yard lively and joyful for you, too. Come see our great selection of foundational feeders! Our friendly staff will help you pick the perfect one for you. Happy birding, from the RGV's friendly backyard bird feeding experts! ❤️🐦 #wbumcallen #rgvbirds #backyardbirding #mcallentexas #riograndevalley #Riograndevalleytexas #birding #birds #shoplocal #supportsmallbusinessowners #nativeplants #gardening

Happy first official day of ASTROLOGICAL summer! 😎 Today is the SUMMER SOLSTICE, which is the longest day and shortest night in the Northern Hemisphere, and the point at which the Earth's northern pole is tilted toward the sun at its most extreme angle. 🌎 That's different from METEOROLOGICAL summer, which is based on annual temperature cycles. That started officially for the U.S. on June 1. 🌡️ And then there's SOLAR summer, the period when the most sunlight hits the Northern Hemisphere. That started back in May. 🔆 For us here in the Rio Grande Valley, though, it's felt like summer for ages—same for your birds! 😓 Don't forget to put out a source of clean water for them. It's a key way you can support—and attract—birds. We have tips on bird bath placement and cleaning here: https://mcallen.wbu.com/how-to-provide-for-summer-birds (clickable link in our bio's link tree) And be sure to stop by to see our selection of gorgeous bird baths! ⛲ Happy birding, from the RGV's friendly backyard bird feeding experts! ❤️🐦 Featured Bird: Lazuli Bunting* *Featured Birds may include species from across the USA, not just those seen in Texas' Rio Grande Valley. #wbumcallen #rgvbirds #backyardbirding #mcallentexas #riograndevalley #Riograndevalleytexas #birding #birds #shoplocal #supportsmallbusinessowners #nativeplants #gardening

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🌞 The Summer Solstice Celebration is Almost Here! 🌿 Happening Thursday, June 26th from 6:30–8:30 PM, this special evening honors the longest day of the year with music, crafts, nature, and family fun at Quinta Mazatlán! 🌅✨ 🧘‍♀️ Yoga in the Park 🌼 Guided Garden Tours 🎨 Arts & Crafts for all ages 🍔 Delicious Food Vendors 🛍️ Local Market Vendors …and so much more! Tickets are $5, children 2 and under are free and tickets can be purchased at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.

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There is lots to see during Flashlight Nights! This week guests saw Striped Bark Scorpion, Triangle Cactus blooms, sleeping Furrow Bees on a sunflower, a fledgling Eastern Screech-Owl, and more! Flashlight Nights is every summer Tuesday (June - August), from 8:30pm - 10pm. This is a limited space program, so advanced registration is required! Tickets only available at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com

🌞 Summer Solstice Celebration – New Date! 🌞 Due to this week’s rainy forecast, we’re moving our Summer Solstice event to next Thursday, June 26th! Join us for an evening full of sunshine vibes and community fun, including: 🧘‍♀️ Yoga in the Park 🌼 Guided Garden Tours 🎨 Arts & Crafts for all ages 🍔 Delicious Food Vendors 🛍️ Local Market Vendors …and so much more! Bring your friends and family, we can’t wait to celebrate with you! Tickets are $5, children 2 and under are free and can be purchased at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.

What spells Summer better than time outside with friends!☀🌳 Enroll your child in our Nature Discovery Camps where they will deepen their connection to the natural world, themselves and others! ✨Registration is open at www.mcallen.net. #southtexassummercamp #summer2025 #naturebasededucation #quintamazaltan

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📸 Youth Nature Photo Contest Are you between the ages of 6 and 18? Love nature and photography? Submit your best shots of the Rio Grande Valley nature for a chance to be part of a Traveling Exhibit – one image from EVERY CHILD will be featured! 🖼️ Submit 6 photos of RGV nature 📅 Deadline: July 31st 🌐 Enter online: valleylandfund.com 🎉 FREE Awards Ceremony 📍 Quinta Mazatlán 📆 August 16 | 🕡 6:30 PM Let your lens tell the story of our wild world! 🌻🦌📷

Happy National Pollinator Week, y'all! This week we celebrate all the tiny heroes—birds, bats and insects—that play a crucial role in our rich Rio Grande Valley ecosystem! Learn more: https://www.pollinator.org/pollinator-week 🐦‍⬛ 🦇 🦋 You can help these animals thrive by planting pollinator-friendly gardens, reducing pesticide use, and supporting local conservation efforts. Every action counts in protecting these vital species! See our website for links to some Valley nurseries that sell and educate about native plant species, which are the best for supporting our local pollinators. They're easier for you to maintain, too! https://mcallen.wbu.com/local-birding-and-nature-resources We also have info on turning your yard into a Certified Wildlife Habitat. It's easier than you think! https://mcallen.wbu.com/certify-your-yard Btw, did you know the National Butterfly Center is located right here in Mission, TX? If you haven't been, it's a fantastic 100-acre wildlife center and native species botanical garden, with trails, observation areas, educational exhibits, and a plant nursery. They've recorded 200+ species of butterflies there, including rarities, plus almost 300 bird species! https://www.nationalbutterflycenter.org Happy birding, from the RGV's friendly backyard bird feeding experts! ❤️🐦 #wbumcallen #rgvbirds #backyardbirding #mcallentexas #riograndevalley #Riograndevalleytexas #birding #birds #shoplocal #supportsmallbusinessowners #nativeplants #gardening

🌞 Summer Solstice Celebration – New Date! 🌞 Due to this week’s rainy forecast, we’re moving our Summer Solstice event to next Thursday, June 26th! Join us for an evening full of sunshine vibes and community fun, including: 🧘‍♀️ Yoga in the Park 🌼 Guided Garden Tours 🎨 Arts & Crafts for all ages 🍔 Delicious Food Vendors 🛍️ Local Market Vendors …and so much more! Bring your friends and family, we can’t wait to celebrate with you! Tickets are $5, children 2 and under are free and can be purchased at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.

Have you heard of the Lorax who speaks for the trees? 🌈 Bring your tot to Forest Tots this Saturday, to explore care for the beloved tree beings around us through story and art!🌳✨#naturebasededucation #outdoorleanringenvironments #thelorax #southtexastrees #littlestewards

Have you heard of the Lorax who speaks for the trees? 🌈? Bring your tot to Forest Tots, this Saturday to learn how they can care for the beloved tree beings around us through story and art.🌳✨#outdoorlearningenvironments #southtexastrees #thelorax #naturebasedleanring

Events happening this week at Quinta Mazatlan! • Flashlight Nights - Tuesday • Summer Solstice - Thursday • Tai Chi - Saturday • STEM Stops - Saturday

There's still a few spots available to have your child participate in our weekly Nature Discovery Camps, now through July!☀️🌳 Register online at www.macallenparks.net. #summer2025 #summercamps #outdoorlearningenvironments

Oh, the wisdom of dads! Showing little ones where to find food or how to pick the best seeds and insects, fathers can make the early days away from the nest a little easier.🦅 Human dads can be great, too.🙃 Happy Father's Day!❤️ Please note 🚩 WE'RE CLOSED TODAY 🚩—sorry for any inconvenience! 🌐 PROMO STILL AVAILABLE ONLINE! 🌐 It's the last day of our FREE SEED promo: With a $75+ purchase, we'll throw in a FREE 5-lb. bag of our top-selling No-Mess Seed Blend ($20.99-value)!* Just use promo code FREE5LB on our webshop: https://order.wbu.com/mcallen Happy birding, from the RGV's friendly backyard bird feeding experts! ❤️🐦 *Valid in-store or online at WBU McAllen June 5-15, 2025, with $75 purchase. Promo code: FREE5LB. One discount per purchase. Offer not valid on previous purchases or Daily Savings Club memberships. #wbumcallen #rgvbirds #backyardbirding #mcallentexas #riograndevalley #Riograndevalleytexas #birding #birds #shoplocal #supportsmallbusinessowners

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Seeds come in all sorts of beautiful shapes, sizes, colors, and with their own ways of getting dispersed out into the environment. Join us on Saturday, June 21, from 9am - 11am for a morning of seed collecting at the Ware Road Tiny Forests (3554 Jordan Road W, McAllen, TX). You'll get to learn about the native plants of the forest, enjoy the trail, and take home native plant seeds for your own garden!