Monkey around the Gladys Porter Zoo, where you can hang out with animals like gorillas, wallabies, rhinos, zebras, crocodiles, lions, kangaroos, and giraffes. The zoo's exhibits and attractions will lead you to far off lands like Asia, Africa, and Australia; while also showcasing wildlife here in the United States, and creatures of the ocean.
Hang out at Coconuts Bar & Grill for tasty food, awesome drink specials, and fun near the coast. Before you enjoy delights from the menu, rent a jet ski and make some waves in the water to really work up your appetite. If you're hitting the beach in South Padre this summer, stopping in at this bar is a must.
Lose yourself in the 100-acre National Butterfly Center. This place is the country's premier destination to get a closer look at the beautiful insects. Not only will you spy over 300 species of gorgeous butterflies, you'll see them thrive among some of the most lush plant life in the Rio Grande Valley.
Celebrate unique border culture at Hidalgo's BorderFest. This festival is jam-packed with live music from regional and national talents like Paty Cantu, La Leyenda, Janet Jackson, and Selena Gomez. Other entertainment includes a parade, the Miss Hidalgo Pageant, a square dance, a car show, and sand sculptures by Sandscapes. This South Texas festival is all about fun.