IMAS Gingerbread Challenge
2025-12-13 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-12-14 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-12-15 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-12-16 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-12-17 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-12-18 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-12-19 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-12-20 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | IMAS Museum, 1798 W Nolana Ave, McAllen, TX, United States
Get ready for a sweet and creative holiday tradition at the IMAS Gingerbread Challenge. Families are invited to build and decorate their very own gingerbread-style house using graham crackers, frosting, and plenty of candy. The best part? Kids get to make a festive mess at the museum—and take their delicious creation home afterward.
Each hands-on workshop lasts between 45–60 minutes and includes general admission for registered participants. Day-of registration may be available at the admissions desk depending on space, and children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration is $13 per participant or $8 for IMAS Members, and up to two additional family members may join by purchasing general admission upon arrival. Guests are encouraged to plan their visit around museum operating hours if exploring before or after their workshop time.
Spots are limited and all registrations are final, so be sure to reserve your time slot and enjoy this fun, festive, and tasty holiday experience at IMAS.

White Christmas Indoor/Outdoor Market at Selfies & More!
2025-12-13 18:00 - 22:00 | Selfie’s and More Studio, 4001 N 23rd St, McAllen, TX, United States
Enjoy Amazing Vendors For All Your Present Needs! Support Small Businesses And Enjoy A Free Cold Brew Coffee with A $15.00 Purchase!
Take A Stroll In Our Indoor Selfie Studio And Snap Some Memorable Photos With Your Friends, Family, And Loved Ones.
Let the Festivities Begin Starting Off The Holidays At The Selfie Studio In McAllen!
Pictures 📸 With Santa 🎅 @santashane starting at 8pm
FREE Admission
Enjoy 40 Vendors
Support Local Support Small Businesses!

Gingerbread Challenge
2025-12-14 13:30 - 14:30, 2025-12-14 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-20 10:00 - 16:00 | IMAS, 101 W Nolana Ave, McAllen, TX, United States

UTRGV Concert Series - The Romantic Cello: Janáček, Jessie Montgomery, and Rachmaninoff
2025-12-14 14:00 - 15:00 | IMAS, 101 W Nolana Ave, McAllen, TX, United States
UTRGV faculty pianist Dr. Brendan Kinsella and guest artist Dr. Daniel Saenz perform a soulful afternoon of music for violoncello and piano. From Janáček’s dreamy and imaginative “Fairy Tale” to Rachmaninoff’s thrilling Sonata for Violoncello and Piano, this recital is sure to delight and inspire

The Romantic Cello: UTRGV Series
2025-12-14 14:00 - 16:00 | IMAS Museum, 1798 W Nolana Ave, McAllen, TX, United States
Enjoy a soulful Sunday afternoon as UTRGV faculty pianist Dr. Brendan Kinsella and guest artist Dr. Daniel Saenz take the stage for an intimate recital of music for violoncello and piano. The program journeys from the dreamy, storybook world of Janáček’s Fairy Tale to the rich and expressive harmonies of Rachmaninoff’s Sonata for Violoncello and Piano, with a contemporary touch from Jessie Montgomery. This beautifully curated performance promises to move, inspire, and captivate listeners of all ages.
The UTRGV Concert Series at IMAS is a unique opportunity to spend Sunday afternoons surrounded by fine art and live music. Each concert highlights the exceptional talent of the UTRGV School of Music faculty and students, featuring a rotating lineup of genres and instruments—piano, cello, jazz, voice, percussion, and more—performed in the galleries of the International Museum of Art & Science.
This concert is included with general admission and is free for IMAS Members and UTRGV College of Fine Arts Patrons of the Arts. Presented in partnership with the UTRGV College of Fine Arts, it’s a wonderful way for families and music lovers to connect with the arts in a warm and welcoming setting.

UTRGV Men's Soccer vs College Cup Finals
2025-12-14 - 2025-12-15 | Kansas City, Mo.
UTRGV Men’s Soccer vs College Cup Finals

Blue Oyster Cult Concert
2025-12-14 20:00 - 23:00 | Payne Arena, 2600 N 10th St, Hidalgo, TX, 78557, United States
tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/3A00633094532699

UTRGV Women's Basketball at Stephen F. Austin
2025-12-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Nacogdoches, Texas, William R. Johnson Coliseum
UTRGV Women’s Basketball at Stephen F. Austin
Streaming Video: https://www.southland.org/espn

UTRGV Men's Basketball at Lamar
2025-12-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Beaumont, Texas, Neches Federal Credit Union Arena at the Montagne Center
UTRGV Men’s Basketball at Lamar
Streaming Video: https://www.southland.org/espn

UTRGV Women's Basketball vs North Dakota State
2025-12-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Malibu, Calif., Firestone Fieldhouse
UTRGV Women’s Basketball vs North Dakota State
Streaming Audio: https://gobison.com/watch/?Live=4795&type=Live

UTRGV Volleyball vs Semifinals
2025-12-17 - 2025-12-18 | Kansas City, Mo.

UTRGV Women's Basketball vs South Dakota
2025-12-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Malibu, Calif., Firestone Fieldhouse
UTRGV Women’s Basketball vs South Dakota
Streaming Audio: https://thevarsitynetwork.com/feed/source/oas-1036?audioPlayer=usd:allaccess-Live-1960

Mysterious Cosmos Family Fun Night - Luminous Stars & Galaxies
2025-12-18 18:00 - 20:30 | IMAS, 101 W Nolana Ave, McAllen, TX, United States
Drop into IMAS for Mysterious Cosmos Family Fun Nights this Fall & Winter season! Let gravity pull you in with your family and friends while learning about the cosmos through hands-on activities, presentations and more! Don’t forget to bring a foldable chair and enjoy the night sky as we look through telescopes provided by UTRGV’s Center of Excellence in STEM Education.

IMAS Mysterious Cosmos Luminous Stars & Galaxies
2025-12-18 18:00 - 20:30 | IMAS Museum, 1798 W Nolana Ave, McAllen, TX, United States
Drop into IMAS for Mysterious Cosmos Family Fun Nights this Fall & Winter season! Let gravity pull you in with your family and friends while learning about the cosmos through hands-on activities, presentations, and more! Don’t forget to bring a foldable chair and enjoy the night sky as we look through telescopes provided by UTRGV’s Center of Excellence in STEM Education

Christmas on Ice
2025-12-19 - 2025-12-21 | Payne Arena, 2600 N 10th St, Hidalgo, TX, 78557, United States
Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/payne-arena-tickets-hidalgo/venue/475863

Tamale Science Workshop
2025-12-20 13:00 - 15:15 | IMAS, 101 W Nolana Ave, McAllen, TX, United States
Tamale Science Workshop
IMAS invites families to learn about the science of tamales in this hands-on workshop. Participants will learn more about the roots of this delicious meal as they practice spreading masa as a group.
This workshop is geared for ages 6 and up.

Tamale Science Workshop
2025-12-20 13:00 - 15:15 | IMAS Museum, 1798 W Nolana Ave, McAllen, TX, United States
IMAS invites families to learn about the science of tamales in this hands-on workshop. Participants will learn more about the roots of this delicious meal as they practice spreading masa as a group. This workshop is geared for ages 6 and up.

UTRGV Men's Basketball vs College of Biblical Studies - Ugly Sweater Day
2025-12-20 14:00 - 16:00 | Edinburg, TX, UTRGV Fieldhouse
UTRGV Men’s Basketball vs College of Biblical Studies – Ugly Sweater Day
Streaming Video: https://www.southland.org/espn
Streaming Audio: https://www.southland.org/watch
Tickets: http://utrgvtickets.com/
