Amparts

The Laredo Center of the Arts aims to unleash the artistic potential in every Laredo resident. This grassroots organization has grown over the year to encompass three galleries and a variety of artistic and cultural events, such as local, regional, national and international art exhibitions, dance performances, art history lectures, musical performances and art education classes for adults and children.

Belt out your favorite karaoke tunes or enjoy a game at Average Joe's, commonly referred to by the locals as AJ's. This popular sports bar and nightlife destination features several televisions, pool tables and a trivia night. You can even show off your skills in beer pong at one of the official beer pong tables.

Comparable to the New Orleans Mardi Gras celebration, Laredo's Jamboozie is a colorful festival featuring music, masks and beads. The rowdy celebration fills over 20 blocks downtown and consists of exotic food, dancing, and international performers. Join in the conga line as Jamboozie breathes new life into Laredo's downtown streets.

Take a peek at the history of Laredo and the state of Texas at the Republic of the Rio Grande Museum. Once the home of Bartolomé García, prominent rancher and mayor of Laredo, this restored house displays the style of an 1830s home and contains several artifacts from the time period.