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The Gladys Porter Zoo is a fantastic place to visit, spanning 31 acres of land and home to more than 1,600 animals worldwide. From gorillas, wallabies, and rhinos to zebras, crocodiles, lions, kangaroos, and giraffes, the Zoo features wildlife from various regions such as Asia, Africa, Australia, the United States, and marine life. The Zoo is a well-known zoological and botanical park renowned for its successful conservation programs and breeding of endangered species. The park promotes nature preservation through education, conservation, outdoor recreation, and research. The park boasts several attractions, including the Herpetarium, Aquarium, Tropical America Free-flight Aviary, Macaw Canyon, Bear Grottos, and a Komodo dragon exhibit. In addition, the park's Small World section features a nursery and an animal contact yard where children can interact with domesticated animals.

Prepare for bucking broncos and rodeo clowns at the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show. This particular livestock show is one of the top ten in the state. The famous festival features a parade, a rodeo, a beauty pageant, and a livestock competition. As you enjoy the activities, the best-raised steers, rabbits, goats, lambs, pigs, and horses win first prize. The mission of the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show is to provide a safe and educational environment that promotes family, community, and volunteerism. They strive to encourage the youth of South Texas through leadership development, agricultural education, and competition to create the leaders of tomorrow.

Welcome to Port Isabel Tours, where they are thrilled to offer you an opportunity to explore the new tours and shows they have in store. The latest addition is the "Spirits of Port Isabel Tour," which promises to be a unique and exciting experience. This tour will take you on a journey through the historic streets of Port Isabel, where you will hear fascinating stories about the city's ghosts, history, folklore, and treasures from the knowledgeable tour guide. So, get ready to experience the charm and mystery of Port Isabel like never before. As you take each step, you'll find yourself stepping closer to the past. Listen to animated Zachary Taylor as he talks about the war and Jean Lafitte as he tells his tales of treasure. Every creaking footfall will bring shadows to life, dancing in the way of an old lamp. Prepare yourself to be wholly immersed in a world of mystery and wonder. Don't wait any longer; join in on the journey through the past with "The Spirits of Port Isabel Tour."

UTRGV Opera Theatre is a vibrant artistic community that offers various engaging and creative experiences for music and theatre enthusiasts. Throughout the year, performances showcase the best of opera and musical theatre, including mainstage productions, opera scenes, and community outreach performances. The Opera Workshop ensemble is a fantastic opportunity for UTRGV students to explore their passion for opera and musical theatre. Through auditions open to all university majors, students can perform and delve into the vast repertoire of operatic and musical theatre works. They'll also learn about production, including costuming, set design, stagecraft, and direction. Whether you're an aspiring performer or interested in learning more about opera and musical theatre, UTRGV Opera Theatre is the perfect place to ignite your creativity and explore your passion for the arts.