USA Special Event Description:
RioFest is a 3 day annual celebration of the arts in Harlingen Texas in the beautiful Rio Grande Valley. Bordering Mexico, RioFest features Mexican Artisans who give us an International Flair. RioFest has a very large and exciting family area where children of all ages engage in hands on arts & crafts project and are entertained by exciting performers. Showcasing artists and making art available to all citizens is the mission of RioFest. We have one of the largest Student exhibits in South Texas. Professional artists exhibit their works for show and sale at RioFest. Something for everyone as our 4 stages will provide a variety of entertainment throughout the weekend and our grounds performers in prompt entertainment is always a show stopper!
Event Performers:
RioFest 2007 will feature the best of RioFest and favorites of the past 25 years. We are currently in the planning stages of the event. We will have professional entertainment, Jazz Festival, Mariachi Festival, Conjunto Festival, Film Festival, Arts, Crafts, and hand's on Activities for Children and adults.
Location of USA Special Event:
Fair Park, Harlingen
Directions to Festival:
Traveling South on Expressway 77 (From Houston, San Antonio, or Corpus Christi Area of Texas), Exit FairPark Blvd. turning left under the expressway. Follow the signs on Fair Park as they will direct you to the Festival site. Approximately 1/2 mile from the expressway.
Times:
Fri, 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Sat, 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sun, 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Admission & Parking:
$5.00 Adults, $2.00 car
$5.00 Adults, $2.00 car
$5.00 Adults, $2.00 car, Children 12 & under Free-everyday
Special Event Contact: 956-425-2705
Event Email Contact: RioFest@AOl.com
