McAllen, Texas Attractions

McAllen, Texas is located in the heart of the Lower Rio Grande River Valley at the Mexico border city of Reynosa.  McAllen offers many area attractions that allow our guests to taste, see and experience our rich culture and history.

NEW! The McAllen Convention Center Scheduled to open in the Spring of 2007, The McAllen Convention Center will feature state-of-the-art accommodations for meetings and conventions here in McAllen. Visit The McAllen Convention Center website to watch the progress on the building and to learn more about reserving the center for your event.

La Villa Real Special Events Center - McAllen, Texas For nearly thirty years La Villa Real has brought world class entertainment to McAllen. From Wille Nelson to Snoop Dogg to the Beach Boys, all the great acts crossing Texas have stopped here. See who else will be sharing McAllen with you while you're visiting the Ramada McAllen by visiting the La Villa Real website.

Dodge Arena - Hidalgo, Texas Dodge Arena, in neighboring Hidalgo, Texas is a multi-purpose arena that hosts sporting events, concerts and special events. Dodge Arena is home of the Rio Grande Valley Killer Bees Ice Hockey team and the The Rio Grande Valley Dorados Football Team. Upcoming events also include The Harlem Globetrotters, a visit from Elmo and WWE Smackdown. See the Dodge Arena website for event and ticket information.

Square Dance Capital of the World For its many avid fans, the Square Dance Capital of the World is McAllen. In winter, you can dance everyday of the week, and just about any time of the day. Nationally known callers keep the tempo at a high peak, and dance instructions are available to help you swing right into the fun.

Mexico Allow plenty of time to enjoy the enticement of Mexico.  Bustling Reynosa, or laid back Nuevo Progreso, both are just minutes away. Explore the shops and markets for their endless possibilities ...jewelry, ceramics, hand woven fabrics and hand-blown glass, the unique creations of skilled Mexican craftsman. And toast the day's discoveries with a frosty margarita at a fine Reynosa restaurant.

Shopping Upscale and price/value malls and shopping galore in McAllen as well as the famous Mexican Mercado across the border in Reynosa, Mexico.