Homewood Suites by Hilton Laredo at Mall del Norte

Visit the Cold Brew for a locally-owned and family-operated bar. Sports nights are Mondays and Tuesdays, while you can show off your voice at karaoke on Wednesdays. Join in the party on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays for a live band performance. Rock on all night long at this nightlife venue.

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.

Beginner bowlers and professionals alike are welcome at Jett Bowl North. The newly renovated bowling alley also offers an arcade-style game room, perfect for letting the younger children play while the adults finish up their game. Family and group discounts are also available as are daily specials, and walk-ins are welcome.

Brace yourself for this month-long festival. George Washington's Birthday, the largest of its kind since 1898. Special events within the festival include the Society of Martha Washington Colonial Pageant and Ball, the Jalapeno Festival, the Noche de Cabaret, the Princess Pocahontas Pageant and Ball, several parades and a finale of fireworks.