Looking for an electric night out? These upcoming performances in McAllen are turning up the volume this May with everything from metal and alt-rock to iconic Broadway hits.
May 10 – Experience the Passion of Elias Medina Live
Mexican regional music takes the spotlight as Elias Medina brings his La Experiencia Tour to town. This concert promises a heartfelt night of rhythm, emotion, and the standout tracks from his latest album, Corridos y Caguamas. Elias knows how to connect with his fans and deliver a performance that’s raw, real, and unforgettable.
🎤 What to Expect:
- Multiple stage setups
- Tracks from Corridos y Caguamas
- Signature energy and audience connection
🎟️ Grab your tickets and get ready to sing your heart out—this is a show you don’t want to miss!
May 16 – Feel the Magic of Broadway with The Four Phantoms
Broadway is coming to McAllen in grand style. The Four Phantoms in Concert unites four past stars of The Phantom of the Opera in a nostalgic and breathtaking show. This world-class performance includes a mix of Broadway classics and emotional ballads under the expert musical direction of Ryan Shirar. Special guest Kaley Ann Voorhees will be joining the show-stopping finale.
🌟 Highlights Include:
- Performers: Brent Barrett, John Cudia, Franc D’Ambrosio, Ciarán Sheehan
- Broadway favorites like Bring Him Home and Old Friends
- A nationally televised production
🎟️ Book early and witness a Broadway-quality show right here in McAllen!
May 16 – Rock Out at the Some Kind of Metal Concert
For those who live for heavy riffs and pulse-pounding music, Some Kind of Metal at The Flying Walrus delivers pure adrenaline. Featuring a fierce lineup of metal bands from across Texas and Mexico, this night is built for fans of thrash, doom, and hardcore.
🔥 Lineup Includes:
- Grieved (San Antonio)
- My Place Was Taken (Matamoros)
- Kryptik Mutation
- A Day Without the Sun
- Goonz
- The Ghost of Us
📍 Location: The Flying Walrus – 204 S 17th St, McAllen
🎫 Admission: $10 at the door | 18+ only
🎸Bring your crew, lace up your boots, and get ready to mosh—this one’s for the true metalheads.
May 16 – Explore Dark, Dreamy Sounds with Rosegarden Funeral Party
Dallas-based post-punk trio Rosegarden Funeral Party debuts in the Rio Grande Valley at The Gremlin. If you’re into atmospheric, emotionally intense music inspired by Siouxsie Sioux and The Smiths, this is a can’t-miss performance.
🎵 For Fans Of:
- Siouxsie and the Banshees
- The Smiths
- The Chameleons
🎟️ Show up early, grab a drink, and enjoy a moody, magnetic night of live music.
May 23 – Catch Zzzahara’s RGV Debut Live at The Gremlin
Closing out the month with an alternative edge, LA-based artist Zzzahara brings their fresh sound to McAllen for the first time. Known for their dreamy indie-pop fusion and DIY energy, this special show adds flavor to the local scene.
🗓️ When: May 23 | 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
📍 Where: The Gremlin
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