If so, it's here. Watch or enter onion-clipping contests and onion recipe contests. Enjoy food booths and games, storytellers, bands and entertainment. Texas Tropics Nature Festival , McAllen, late April. Celebrates one of the richest areas for birding on the continent.
Field trips introduce festival goers to the natural and cultural delights of the Valley.
Includes seminars, evening keynote speakers, an all-day photography workshop, a children's program, and a full trade show. July Port Mansfield Fishing Tournament , mid-July. Fishing takes the spotlight in July and August with this annual tournament. August Texas International Fishing Tournament , South Padre Island, first weekend in August. This legendary contest to land the big one draws anglers from all over the continent.