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South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center showcases colorful and unusual plants, including cacti, hibiscus, roses, plumeria, and orchids. Explore the Arid Garden, Water Garden, Sensory Garden, Butterfly Garden, Hummingbird Garden, and the shaded Bird & Butterfly Trail. Take the opportunity to mingle with fluttering butterflies, who will often stop and rest on an available arm or shoulder. Be adventurous and hike the nature trail through 30 acres of native brush to see native plants, deer, javelina, and coyotes.

Try your hand in the sand with DC Sandman, where you'll join up with a seasoned sand sculptor who loves sharing their passion for this unique art form with others. Whether you're a total newbie or a seasoned pro, they are there to help you learn and expand your skills. All you need is a few simple materials to create some incredible sand sculptures together. The sculptor will start with the basics and guide you through advanced techniques so you can become a master of the craft. If you're looking for a unique way to commemorate a special event, they can help you create an unforgettable sand sculpture that will be the centerpiece of your celebration.

Check out a show at one of the city's premier music venues, the House of Rock, where bands from across the state and around the region love to play at this club when they're in town. The venue and bar welcome bands that play all genres of music, providing an intimate setting that can accommodate about 600 people. Bands like Devildriver, Oceano, Cannibal Corpse, Haste The Day, Chiodos, The Expendables, and Jeffree Starr have performed at the venue. Don't forget the extra comforts that The House of Rock offers, such as happy hour, drink specials, foosball, pool tables, and more.