Enjoy a full day of events to celebrate our Nation’s Birthday. McAllen’s 81st Annual Fourth of July Parade:begins at 9:00 am Archer Park : 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.fun for the whole family. Aquafest Water Show: Municipal Pool(1921 N. Bicentennial) at 6:30 p.m. Fourth of July Fireworks Display at McAllen’s Municipal Park (2100 Tamarack)approximately 9:00 p.m.
 
McAllen Tea Party invites you to join us July 4th at the Rio Grande Speedway on S. 10th for an Independence Day Celebration that includes a patriotic program from 5:00-6:30 pm, live music, auto racing FREE to Tea Party attendees, food and drinks for purchase, and a Fire Works Show. Doors open at 4:00 pm. As you travel soutn on S. 10th street, look for the crane with an American flag, turn left onto the caliche road & follow it to the end. Lots of FREE parking, too!
 
Touring comedians bring their comedic talents every Wednesday to The Historic Cine El Rey Theatre. New comedians weekly.
 
The only place where you not only hear great music but also take part. From grammy awards musicians to the next generation of future musicians. This is the place where the best regional artists hang out to release their creativity. All the music is live and totally improvised. Sit ins welcomed.
 
50 60 and 70 vintage rock, some rockabilly and 60s surfer music
 
Enjoy a guided tour on the trails surrounding the historic adobe mansion. Discover the immense variety of birds, plants and other wildlife in the brush country "El Monte"!
 
Movies In The Park Come join the fun! Every Saturday evening at Archer Park (101 N. Broadway) there will be a movie favorite waiting for you and your family. Admission is FREE! so pack your picnic basket, some blankets, and bring the whole family for some big screen favorites. All features start at dusk (approximately 8:30 p.m.) Enjoy our Movies in the Park Series on Maximus,our giant inflatable movie screen. July 25th BACK TO SCHOOL WEEKEND NACHO LIBRE Rated PG; 100 minutes; 2006
 
Session III: Ages: 5–7; 8–9; 10–12 The Parks & Recreation Dept is proud to offer summer camps for children. All camps feature a variety of educational and athletic activities. Each course offered as part of each camp is approximately one hour long. For a complete listing of Dates, Times, Classes and Registration information, Download the Summer 2009 Brochure (pdf format) from the City’s Website: www.mcallen.net
 
Sinners & Saints motorcycle accessories & appeal host a FREE weekly gathering for bikers and lovers of LIVE music. Different bands showcase weekly and $5 BBQ plates available for a great night of "Bikes, Blues & BBQ"
 
Radio and Television Broadcast Classes 7pm McAllen Creative Incubator Free twice weekly (Tue & Thurs) classes give youths ages 10-17 hands on experience and knowledge working with an on the air radio station. For more information on these classes, please feel free to contact Joe Martinez at (956) 789-0702.