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.
Stop by for a beautiful symphony with the Laredo Philharmonic Orchestra. The Laredo Philharmonic Orchestra features collaborations with Texas A&M International University's Chamber Orchestra of Laredo and the Laredo Philharmonic Chorale. Enjoy an evening set to the music of Laredo-everything from classic renditions to modern interpretations.
Located on Lake Casa Blanca in east Webb County, Lake Casa Blanca International State Park consists of 371 acres of land and 1,650 lake surface acres. A popular vacation spot for winter Texans, the park offers campgrounds, picnic sites with barbecue pits, restroom facilities, two playgrounds, sports courts and fields, a boat ramp and trails. Enjoy time outdoors, swimming, fishing, skiing or mountain biking in the park.
Since 1939, Vega's Interiores Mejicanos has been supplying the best art, home decor, furniture, jewelry and clothing for their clients. This family-owned and operated store imports items from Mexico, South America and Europe, and sells custom-made furniture. Even former first lady Eleanor Roosevelt found a few favorite items at this store.