Downtown McAllen

McAllen Parking, originally uploaded by marcovald.

I've been rather bored lately. Last weekend I decided to venture to downtown McAllen. :/ Formerly known as the bad side of town, It seems to be evolving due to gentrification by younger, hipper peeps. For example, 17th Street has been completely transformed. It now resembles a miniature version of 6th Street in Austin. Plans indicate that the downtown area will only continue to transform into the "hip" part of town. A lot of new Clubs and restaurants have opened shop to cater to the emerging art scene. The Art Walk, held every First Friday of the month, is as strong as ever. Historic Cine El Rey seems to be holding many of the coolest concerts in town. Things are looking good for downtown McAllen.

http://www.mcallenheartofthecity.com/