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.
Enjoy a romantic dinner at the Tack Room. Located in the luxurious La Posada Hotel, this restaurant is know as "The Best Little Steak House in Texas." The legendary eatery offers a spectacular view of the San Augustin Plaza from its veranda and a Victorian-style atmosphere throughout the rest of the building.
Children will love learning about the Rio Grande ecosystem at the Lamar Bruni Vergara Environmental Science Center. Located on the campus of Laredo Community College, this environmental science center contains live specimens of local flora and fauna in a living laboratory. It's a great outdoor educational center for any family vacation.