McAllen Convention Center
McAllen, TX
700 Convention Center Boulevard 78501
VENUE GUIDE
McAllen Convention Center
Plan more than your event at McAllen Convention Center. Jump to our Your Opening Act or Your Encore lower on this same venue page.
Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near McAllen Convention Center
Make the event easier by staying close to McAllen Convention Center and the surrounding McAllen area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Embassy Suites by Hilton McAllen Convention Center
0.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.6 (1,928 reviews)
Cambria Hotel McAllen Convention Center
0.2 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.6 (892 reviews)
Home2 Suites by Hilton McAllen
0.2 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.4 (672 reviews)
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham McAllen Convention Center
0.2 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.6 (1,045 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About McAllen Convention Center & the Area
McAllen Convention Center is an event venue in McAllen, TX. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near McAllen Convention Center for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Barry's Bistro Bar & Grill McAllen
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (256 reviews)
La Casa de la Abuela McAllen
0.2 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,985 reviews)
El Callejón De Los Milagros
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (1,263 reviews)
Sumo Ramen & Bar
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to McAllen Convention Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (5,781 reviews)
Kumori Sushi & Teppanyaki Palms Crossing
0.2 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of McAllen Convention Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (1,238 reviews)
Brunetta Tinto & Pasta
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to McAllen Convention Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (261 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Reserva Coffee Roasters
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (471 reviews)
Tapioca Roots Palms Crossing
0.3 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (151 reviews)
Corner Bakery Cafe
0.3 mi from the venue
Coffee near McAllen Convention Center for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (887 reviews)
Panera Bread
0.5 mi from the venue
Coffee near McAllen Convention Center for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (187 reviews)
Museums
International Museum of Art & Science
3.3 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (992 reviews)
Old Hidalgo Pumphouse Museum and World Birding Center
7.1 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (447 reviews)
Attractions
Veteran's War Memorial of Texas
0.2 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to McAllen Convention Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (402 reviews)
Westside Park and Field
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (672 reviews)
McAllen Nature Center
0.7 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to McAllen Convention Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (381 reviews)
Summer Breeze Park
1.1 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to McAllen Convention Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (174 reviews)
McAllen Heritage Center
1.5 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (119 reviews)
Archer Park
1.6 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to McAllen Convention Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (615 reviews)
Shopping
Palms Crossing
0.3 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to McAllen Convention Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (4,378 reviews)
Shops at 29
0.6 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (1,620 reviews)
Bend The Trend
1.5 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to McAllen Convention Center.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (72 reviews)
El centro
1.5 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (26 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near McAllen Convention Center. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Barry's Bistro Bar & Grill McAllen
0.1 mi from the venue
Food near McAllen Convention Center for after the show or game.
Today: 5:00 – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (256 reviews)
La Casa de la Abuela McAllen
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at McAllen Convention Center.
Today: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,985 reviews)
El Callejón De Los Milagros
0.2 mi from the venue
Food near McAllen Convention Center for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (1,263 reviews)
Sumo Ramen & Bar
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (5,781 reviews)
Kumori Sushi & Teppanyaki Palms Crossing
0.2 mi from the venue
Food near McAllen Convention Center for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (1,238 reviews)
Brunetta Tinto & Pasta
0.2 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (261 reviews)
Getting to McAllen Convention Center
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to McAllen Convention Center in McAllen, TX. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • Metro McAllen serves McAllen, TX. Check the agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near McAllen Convention Center.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
McAllen Convention Center hosts major game-day and event traffic. Official lots, prepaid passes, opening times, ADA parking and road restrictions can vary by team, opponent or event. Check the venue's official event guide and your ticket/parking instructions before arrival.
TAILGATING
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Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at McAllen Convention Center have not been venue-verified. Policies can differ by team and event. Check the venue's official event-day rules before arrival.
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