Exploring the Olmecs at IMAS
2026-01-17 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | IMAS, 101 W Nolana Ave, McAllen, TX, United States
Head into IMAS with family and friends and learn about the Olmecs and the other Mesoamerican civilizations. Drop into an Olmec presentation, contribute to the Olmec Colossal Head Community PiñataBuild, decorate a jaguar mask, weave Ojo de Dios and more!
Visitors are invited to participate in a colorful community art project at this years Exploring the Olmecs at IMAS alongside artist Josuè Rawmirez, who will be exhibiting Piñatabstract at IMAS this February 2026. Together, visitors will apply colorful stips of tissure paper and create a vibrant colossal head.
Learn more about the Olmecs with special talks by IMAS Curator, Marcelo Ramirez at 11:30 a.m.
Included with general admission
Free for IMAS Members

Girl Scouts Workshop | Brownie – Outdoor Art
2026-01-24 10:30 - 12:00
Saturday, January 24
10:30 – 12:00
Brownie – Outdoor Art: Be inspired by nature, as you create different forms of
art with collage and salt dough. Create a nature wind chime and a mini take
home garden. This workshop covers all steps. A light snack is provided.

Girl Scouts Workshop | Junior – Art & Design
2026-01-25 13:30 - 15:30
Sunday, January 25, 2026
1:30 – 3:30
Junior – Art & Design: Discover the building blocks of art as you tour the Fine Art galleries, create a masterpiece with different media and compositions and transform your art into stickers! This workshop covers all steps.

UTRGV Concert Series - Marco Guerra Jazz Combo
2026-01-25 14:00 - 15:00

IMAS Guild Spring Merienda
2026-01-31 09:00 - 11:00

IMAS After Dark
2026-02-13 19:00 - 21:00
Enjoy an evening of art, music, film & refreshments at IMAS After Dark, following Piñatabstract Opening Reception. Special thanks to Entre Film Center for a collaborative film screening, Tarot by Golden Mirror Fortunes, Music set by Cloud Moniet and Pop-Up shops by Palo Santo, Lazarus Vintage, and more.
The Opening Reception from 5:30-7:00 PM is free for IMAS Members, and pre-registration is encouraged. Each membership includes complimentary admission for one non-member guest for member events like these. Additional non-member guests may attend for a $10 event admission fee. Additional tickets are available to participate in IMAS After Dark following the reception. Please present your Membership card and photo ID upon entry. Memberships can be purchased online or at the door.

Lunar New Year Festival
2026-02-21 10:00 - 17:00

UTRGV Concert Series - An Afternoon of Marimba with the UTRGV Percussion Studio
2026-02-22 14:00 - 15:00

UTRGV Concert Series - Elle et moi: A Celebration of Women in French Mélodie
2026-02-22 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-29 14:00 - 15:00

PNC Adventure Day
2026-03-18 10:00 - 15:00

18th Annual Night at the Brew-seum
2026-04-11 18:00 - 23:00
Save the date for the
18th Annual Night at the Brew-seum
Saturday, April 11
at the IMAS
1900 W. Nolana Ave, McAllen, TX 78504
Sponsorship, vendors, breweries, wineries, and other beverage providers, email cm*****@***********ne.com for more information and early commitment for participation in this annual fundraiser for the IMAS.

18th Annual Night at the Brew-seum
2026-04-11 18:00 - 23:00
Save the date for the
18th Annual Night at the Brew-seum
Saturday, April 18
at the IMAS
1900 W. Nolana Ave, McAllen, TX 78504
Sponsorship, vendors, breweries, wineries, and other beverage providers, email cm*****@***********ne.com for more information and early commitment for participation in this annual fundraiser for the IMAS.

UTRGV Concert Series - Alma Flamenca: a concert of Flamenco Guitar and Percussion
2026-05-03 14:00 - 15:00

Girl Scouts Workshop | Junior – Detective
2026-05-23 10:00 - 12:00
Saturday, May 23, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Junior – Detective: Become a junior detective at IMAS and document the clues at the crime scene. Girl Scouts will practice the power of observation, analyze fingerprint patterns, create code in invisible ink and more! This workshop covers all steps.

Girl Scouts Workshop | Cadette – Special Agent
2026-05-23 14:00 - 16:00
Saturday, May 23. 2026
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Put your observation and critical thinking skills to the test as you solve a mystery at the museum. Learn about body language, use forensic science techniques, and decode clues. This workshop covers all steps.
Workshop registration opens 5 weeks prior to the workshop date. Advanced registration is recommended as spots are limited. Spots are not eligible for refunds, credits, or substitutions.
