McAllen Parks and Recreation

09/06/2026

☀️ Energize At The Park! 🧘‍♀️🌿

Kickstart your morning with a refreshing outdoor workout! Join Las Palmas Community Center at Camp McAllen for an instructor-led session designed to get your body moving and mind centered.

Participants will receive a complimentary tote bag filled with water bottles! Just bring your own workout mat and get ready to sweat together. ✨

Event Details:
🗓️ Date: September 19th
⏰ Time: 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
📍 Location: Camp McAllen

09/05/2026

🔍 Calling all young explorers! 🌿

Uncover the mysteries of the great outdoors with our Nature Detectives program! Designed for curious minds ages 6–8, this hands-on adventure lets kids explore nature, search for clues, and learn all about the environment around them.

Program Details:

Ages: 6–8 years

Days: Tuesdays & Wednesdays

Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Location: Camp McAllen (8701 N 23rd St, McAllen, TX 78504)

Spaces are limited! Register today at mcallenparks.net to secure your spot. 🎒🦉

09/05/2026

✨ Get ready for a magical night out with your favorite guy! ✨

Join us at Lark Community Center for Fantasia: A Mommy & Son Dance as we celebrate Lark’s 25 magical years! 🎂✨ Expect an unforgettable evening packed with dinner, delicious dessert, live DJ music, dancing, and a special magic show by Fantasia! 🎩✨

Saturday, November 7, 2026
⏰ 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
📍 Lark Community Center

Spots fill up fast, so grab your tickets early and dress up for a magical night of memories! 💫

09/05/2026

Get ready for a scary good time! 🎃👻

Join us for the annual McAllen Halloween Festival presented by H-E-B! Admission is completely FREE for the whole family, so throw on your best costume and come celebrate with us!

What to Expect:

🏆 Costume Contest for all ages

🎮 Games & Prizes

🎨 Arts & Crafts

🏰 Inflatables & Kiddie Carnival Rides

🍔 Food Trucks, Concessions & Music
..and so much more!

📍 Location: Westside Park (1000 S. Ware Rd)
🗓️ Date: Saturday, October 10
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Mark your calendars and tag your festival crew below! 👇✨

09/04/2026

Hit your target mark with something new! 🎯✨ We’re calling all teens (ages 13-16) to join our Intro to Archery class at Camp McAllen! If you’ve ever wanted to channel your inner adventurer, this is your shot. Don’t let this opportunity fly, spots fill fast!

Here’s the plan:
🗓 When: Wednesday & Thursday
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
📍 Where: Camp McAllen, 8701 N 23rd St.

We’re not stringing you along, this will be a blast! Register now at mcallenparks.net.

09/04/2026

✨ A night where dreams really do come true! 💫 Join us for "Fantasia," a magical Mommy & Son Dance celebrating 25 years of the Lark Community Center. Get ready for an evening of dancing, a special magic show, and unforgettable memories. We can’t wait to see you there! 👑✨

📅 Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
📍 Location: Lark Community Center

🎟️ Get your tickets today!
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09/04/2026

It's time to get spooky with your favorite four-legged friend! 🐾

Our Lark Community Center is hosting its 2nd Annual Dogtober Fest, a fun-filled Halloween celebration just for dogs.🐕‍🦺🎃 Think costume contests, trick-or-treat parades, and plenty of picture-perfect moments at our photo booth! Grab your tickets now to secure a spot for you and your pup!

Don't wait and register today: mcallenparks.net 🦇✨

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09/04/2026

🎃 No need to be "scared" of this 5K!

The McAllen Marathon Scott Crane Running Series continues with our exciting Fright Nite 5K! 👻 Whether you're running for your life or just for the medal, this is the most spooktacular race of the year.

Grab your running buddy and REGISTER NOW before this event vanishes into the night! 🦇
mcallenmarathon.com

09/04/2026

Reel in the fun at Town Lake & Camp McAllen! 🎣✨ Nothing beats seeing these great catches and big smiles during Fishing Fridays! Grab your gear and join us by the water!

📍 Locations: Town Lake at Firemen’s Park & Camp McAllen

09/03/2026

🏊‍♂️🚴‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Are you ready to take on the challenge?

Save the date for the McAllen Triathlon Challenge on Saturday, November 7! Athletes will compete in a 250M swim, 20K bike ride, and 5K run beginning at 7:00 AM.

Then, join Keep McAllen Beautiful at 8:00 AM for an Arbor Day Celebration featuring:

🌳 Free tree giveaways
🎯 Free games
🍴 Food vendors
🏃 Kids Fun Run
🎉 Fun for the entire family!

📍 McAllen Municipal Park
1921 N. Bicentennial Blvd.

Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable day of fitness, family fun, and community! 💪🌿