🦋 Monarch Festival Magic Awaits! 🛍️🌮🎶 🎟️ FREE admission with a plastic bottle or bag! Let's celebrate and help the planet. ♻️ Join us for a day full of culture, color, and community at the Monarch Festival! 🌟 Featuring 30+ Food & Artisan Market Vendors ✨ Handcrafted goods 🌮 Mouthwatering eats 🎨 Unique gifts & treasures 🗓️ Date: April 26, 2025 🎉 Free fun for the whole family! Live music, cultural performances, nature activities & more! Come celebrate the monarch butterfly’s incredible journey—and support amazing local vendors while you’re at it! 🧡

It’s happening THIS WEEK! Join us for Community Day: Exploring and Celebrating the Cultures of Spanish America at IMAS! Saturday, April 26 | 10 AM–3 PM FREE Admission! Experience a vibrant celebration of Spanish American culture through art, music, food, and hands-on fun for all ages! Here’s what’s in store: - Plant your own corn or tomato seedling - Make a Peruvian scratchboard masterpiece - Craft a traditional Andean zampoña instrument - Explore Paintings from Spanish America (1600–1800) from the Thoma Collection - Guided gallery tours at 11 AM, 12 PM & 1 PM with Curator Marcelo Ramirez Garcia-Rojas - Shop local artist booths & enjoy tasty bites from food vendors! Don’t miss this cultural celebration full of color, creativity, and community. See you this Saturday!

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It’s happening THIS WEEK! Join us for Community Day: Exploring and Celebrating the Cultures of Spanish America at IMAS! Saturday, April 26 | 10 AM–3 PM FREE Admission! Experience a vibrant celebration of Spanish American culture through art, music, food, and hands-on fun for all ages! Here’s what’s in store: - Plant your own corn or tomato seedling - Make a Peruvian scratchboard masterpiece - Craft a traditional Andean zampoña instrument - Explore Paintings from Spanish America (1600–1800) from the Thoma Collection - Guided gallery tours at 11 AM, 12 PM & 1 PM with Curator Marcelo Ramirez Garcia-Rojas - Shop local artist booths & enjoy tasty bites from food vendors! Don’t miss this cultural celebration full of color, creativity, and community. See you this Saturday!

We offer our most profound sympathies and prayers to the Vera family, friends and his City of McAllen family. A true advocate for all things that brought color, culture, joy, history into our lives; he will be truly missed. Rest in peace Joe Vera, with our gratitude for all your support of McAllen Heritage Center and PalmFest Folklife festival (now known as Fiesta de Palmas). 🙏🌴🙏

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🌎✨ Community Day at IMAS: Exploring and Celebrating the Cultures of Spanish America 📅 Saturday, April 26, 2025 | ⏰ 10 AM – 3 PM 🎟️ Free Admission All Day! Celebrate the vibrant heritage of Spanish America with a day full of art, science, and culture! Enjoy hands-on activities in the Art Studio and BioZone, guided tours in our galleries, and special programming inspired by the exhibition "Paintings of Spanish America (1600–1800) from the Thoma Collection". "Paintings of Spanish America (1600–1800) from the Thoma Collection" is supported by thoma_foundation and claa.utrgv .

Cinco de Mayo is coming in hot at The Quarter. 🥳🥳🥳 🌮 Live Music 🍹 Fiesta-Ready Drink Specials 🍽️ Flavor-Packed Food Deals Let’s celebrate the culture, the flavors, and the fun—Monday, May 5th, 2025. ❤️ It’s not just another Monday… it’s a party you won’t want to miss! #CincoDeMayo #TheQuarterMcAllen #LiveMusicAndDrinks #FiestaVibes #CelebrateWithFlavor #McAllenEvents

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🎤💃 The Breakthrough Stage bringing nightly concerts by Latino artists representing their culture in new and unexpected genres. 🔥 FRIDAY | MAY 9TH - FREE entrance! 🙌🏽 Saturday & Sunday included with $10 general admission 🎟 Kids 12 and under ENTER FREE Lineup Includes: OZOMATLI REY PILA SATURDAY | MAY 10TH CLUBZ TWIN TRIBES RAMONA SUNDAY | MAY 11 GIRL ULTRA LOS ECLIPSES LILA DOWNS 🌟And MORE to be announced soon! 📍McAllen Convention Center Visit MXLAN.com for complete schedule and ticket details #MXLAN

🎤💃 The Breakthrough Stage bringing nightly concerts by Latino artists representing their culture in new and unexpected genres. 🔥 FRIDAY | MAY 9TH - FREE entrance! 🙌🏽 Saturday & Sunday included with $10 general admission 🎟 Kids 12 and under ENTER FREE Lineup Includes: OZOMATLI REY PILA SATURDAY | MAY 10TH CLUBZ TWIN TRIBES RAMONA SUNDAY | MAY 11 GIRL ULTRA LOS ECLIPSES LILA DOWNS 🌟And MORE to be announced soon! 📍McAllen Convention Center Visit MXLAN.com for complete schedule and ticket details #MXLAN

Happy 95th Birthday to our beloved co-founder Spud Brown! 🎂 We are so grateful for Spud and all the amazing work he has done and continues to do for McAllen Heritage Center. Send him your best wishes!

Cedar fever cure? Probably not but worth a try 🪵 Originally brewed in 2013 as a cedar-aged hoppy farmhouse ale, El Cedro returns in 2025 reimagined through a new lens. Now a pure culture West Coast IPA, it’s built on a base of Pilsner malt and loaded with Simcoe, Mosaic, Columbus, Amarillo, and Citra Cryo. During the first dry hop, we added Spanish Cedar spirals straight into the tank, layering in that signature woodsy spice alongside waves of citrus zest and classic IPA piney bitterness. El Cedro brings together cedar cabin warmth, Hill Country brush, and citrus oil over a crisp, clean bitterness—for a brew that drinks like a deep breath under the big Texas sky. Very limited package. Cheers!

Explore McAllen History this week on Wednesday & Thursday. Museum will be closed on Good Friday and Saturday so our staff can enjoy time with Family. Museum Hours this week: Wednesday & Thurday: 1pm-5pm Good Friday: Closed Saturday: Closed 301 S. Main Street McAllen TX, 78501 #exploremcallen #mcallenhistory

It's a beautiful day in McAllen 🌺 Visit us today from 1pm-5pm. Museum Hours: W-F: 1pm-5pm Saturday: Noon-4pm 2025 Chuckwagon Dinner Ticket sales are now on sale at the musuem! $75 gets you two steak dinners, bottle of wine, and dessert at Romano's Macaroni Grill- McAllen - support your McAllen History Museum! 301 S. Main Street McAllen TX 78501 Free admission + Free parking in the rear of the building. #mcallenhistory #mcallentx #texas #museum

Experience the RGV’s rich culture through poetry on Thursday, April 10 at 6PM! Join us at Main Library (4001 N. 23rd St., McAllen) for an inspiring celebration of identity, heritage, and tradition as talented poets share their verses and stories. The evening kicks off with our Teen Poetry Showcase, highlighting the creativity of young voices ages 11–18. Featured authors are Amanda Puryear El, César L. de León, Emmy Pérez, Gume Laurel III, and Jan Seale.

🎉 Community Day: Exploring and Celebrating the Cultures of Spanish America at IMAS! 📅 Saturday, April 26 | ⏰ 10AM–3PM 🎟️ FREE Admission! Celebrate the vibrant cultures of Spanish America at IMAS! 🌎✨ Enjoy hands-on activities, live art, food vendors, & gallery tours: 🌱 Plant corn or tomato seedlings 🎨 Create Peruvian scratchboard art 🎶 Make your own Andean zampoña 🖼️ Tour "Paintings from Spanish America (1600–1800)' from the Thoma Collection" 👀 Tours at 11AM, 12PM & 1PM w/ Curator Marcelo Ramirez Garcia-Rojas 🛍️ Shop local artists & grab a bite from community food vendors! Don’t miss this museum-wide celebration of culture, art, and community! #IMASCommunityDay #FreeMuseumDay #SpanishAmerica #RGVEvents #ExploreIMAS

🎉 Community Day: Exploring and Celebrating the Cultures of Spanish America at IMAS! 📅 Saturday, April 26 | ⏰ 10AM–3PM 🎟️ FREE Admission! Celebrate the vibrant cultures of Spanish America at IMAS! 🌎✨ Enjoy hands-on activities, live art, food vendors, & gallery tours: 🌱 Plant corn or tomato seedlings 🎨 Create Peruvian scratchboard art 🎶 Make your own Andean zampoña 🖼️ Tour "Paintings from Spanish America (1600–1800) from the Thoma Collection 👀 Tours at 11AM, 12PM & 1PM w/ Curator Marcelo Ramirez Garcia-Rojas 🛍️ Shop local artists & grab a bite from community food vendors! Don’t miss this museum-wide celebration of culture, art, and community! Paintings from Spanish America (1600-1800) from the Thoma Foundation is supported by Carl & Marilynn Thoma Foundation and UTRGV Center for Latin American Arts #IMASCommunityDay #FreeMuseumDay #SpanishAmerica #RGVEvents #ExploreIMAS

Good luck keeping up with McAllen, Texas! Opportunities here are boundless—from unmatched culture and recreation to strong infrastructure and resources. We’ve laid the foundation for sustainable growth with water, drainage, and development already in place. McAllen is ahead of the curve and ready for what’s next. We’re not just growing—we’re thriving! ⭐️ Catch the full episode at the link below! https://youtu.be/jq5jfPvwlAM #McAllenForward #TexasGrowth #CityDevelopment #InfrastructureMatters

#throwbacktuesday to 1960s McAllen residents gathering to play at the N. 15th Shuffleboard Courts. Visit us to Explore more McAllen history! Museum Hours: W-F: 1pm-5pm Saturday: Noon-4pm 2025 Chuckwagon Dinner Ticket sales are now on sale at the museum! $75 gets you two steak dinners, bottle of wine, and dessert at Romano's Macaroni Grill- McAllen - support your McAllen History Museum! 301 S. Main Street McAllen TX 78501 Free admission + Free parking in the rear of the building. #mcallenhistory #mcallentx #texas #museum #exploremcallen #visitmcallen

Did you know? Jazz isn’t just rooted in African American history—it also pulses with the vibrant rhythms of Hispanic culture! 🌎✨ From Afro-Cuban beats to Brazilian bossa nova, Latin sounds have helped shape jazz into the genre we love today. 🎷🔥 And guess what? MIJA Fest is almost here! Join us as we celebrate this powerful fusion of cultures with live jazz performances by talented artists from both sides of the border! 🎶 FREE admission | April 12 | McAllen Convention Center- Oval Park Mark your calendars! 🗓️ #sunsetlive #MIJAfest #mcallenconventioncenter

Did you know? Jazz isn’t just rooted in African American history—it also pulses with the vibrant rhythms of Hispanic culture! 🌎✨ From Afro-Cuban beats to Brazilian bossa nova, Latin sounds have helped shape jazz into the genre we love today. 🎷🔥 And guess what? MIJA Fest is almost here! Join us as we celebrate this powerful fusion of cultures with live jazz performances by talented artists from both sides of the border! 🎶 FREE admission | April 12 | McAllen Convention Center- Oval Park Mark your calendars! 🗓️ #sunsetlive #MIJAfest #mcallenconventioncenter

It's always a great day to shop at MHC's LA Tiendita!! We carry a range of historical books, tees, fun souvenirs, candles, stickers, magnets, caps and more! All to benefit our mission to preserve McAllen history! #mcallenhistory #exploremcallen #visitmcallen #McAllenTX #downtownmcallen

The City of McAllen TX Government has provided unwavering support for our fundraising efforts since our founding! We truly appreciate their dedication to preserving our history! #mcallenhistory #mcallentx #visitmcallen #ExploreMcAllen #mcallenheritagecenter.com @followers

#ThrowbackThursday to circa 1906 of the bustling West McAllen Depot No 1 - residents can be seen preparing or picking up goods from the railroad stop. Visit us to Explore more McAllen history! Museum Hours: W-F: 1pm-5pm Saturday: Noon-4pm 2025 Chuckwagon Dinner Ticket sales are now on sale at the museum! $75 gets you two steak dinners, bottle of wine, and dessert at Romano's Macaroni Grill- McAllen - support your McAllen History Museum! 301 S. Main Street McAllen TX 78501 Free admission + Free parking in the rear of the building. #mcallenhistory #mcallentx #texas #museum #exploremcallen #visitmcallen

🌟 Downtown McAllen is Full of Gems! 🌟 We don’t have to find hidden gems—we live in a place full of them! One of those longtime favorites is El Pocito, a downtown staple serving up delicious bites for decades. 🍽️✨ For many, like Fork It, Downtown McAllen is more than just a destination—it’s nostalgia. It’s where childhood memories were made, family meals were shared, and traditions began. Now, it’s time to come back and create new memories with the next generation. Park at the McAllen Parking Garage (221 S. 15th St) and take a stroll through the flavors, culture, and energy that make our city special. #DTMcAllen is waiting for you! 🚗➡️🍴 #DTMcAllen #McAllenEats #McAllen

We’re thrilled to kick off the first 2025 STBF Presents event with Poetry Night: Verses From Our Roots! Experience the RGV’s rich culture through poetry! Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating identity, heritage, and tradition as talented poets share their powerful verses and stories. The night begins with our Teen Poetry Showcase, shining a spotlight on the creativity and talent of young poets ages 11–18—don’t miss these rising voices. Featured poets: Amanda Puryear El, César L. de León, Emmy Pérez, Gume Laurel III, and Jan Seale will take the stage to share their moving works. Save the date and join us for this unforgettable night of poetry and storytelling.

This Friday! @nateandthemoonband return to The Flying Walrus for a night of groove, laughs, love and great music. So come ready to dance and sing along to the music of Nate and The Moon Band and supporting acts: @brag.tx @the.cultureband @principium.tx @theheretixx @lnchbglttrmn Doors open at 8pm. FREE ENTRY before 9pm. Show starts at 9:15pm. $7 cover after. 18+ Welcome! Lights and Sound courtesy @indigosoundco #love #originalmusic #groove #living #nateandthemoonbad #brag #theflyingwalrus #mcallentx #mcallen #downtownmcallen #rgvmusic #rgvmusicscene #culture #indie #live #livemusic #rgv #rgvlife

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This Friday! nateandthemoonband return to The Flying Walrus for a night of groove, laughs, love and great music. So come ready to dance and sing along to the music of Nate and The Moon Band and supporting acts: brag.tx the.cultureband principium.tx theheretixx lnchbglttrmn Doors open at 8pm. FREE ENTRY before 9pm. Show starts at 9:15pm. $7 cover after. 18+ Welcome! Lights and Sound courtesy indigosoundco #love #originalmusic #groove #living #nateandthemoonbad #brag #theflyingwalrus #mcallentx #mcallen #downtownmcallen #rgvmusic #rgvmusicscene #culture #indie #live #livemusic #rgv #rgvlife

Thank you for researching this and sharing the photo! This corner in downtown McAllen has quite a bit of history! Come visit us soon to learn about McAllen's vibrant history! #mcallenhistory #exploremcallenhistory #McAllenProud @followers

These are our Roots, We are the Flowers. 🌺 Be yourself at MXLAN25 as we express ourselves through art, color & culture on May 9-11. 💜 🌅! Tickets for the Neon Nights 5k, Lucha Libre and general tickets to see concerts are now on sale at mxlan.com 🙌🏽 #mxlan #wearetheflowers #mcallen

These are our Roots, We are the Flowers. 🌺 Be yourself at MXLAN25 as we express ourselves through art, color & culture on May 9-11. 💜 🌅! Tickets for the Neon Nights 5k, Lucha Libre and general tickets to see concerts are now on sale at mxlan.com 🙌🏽 #mxlan #wearetheflowers #mcallen

These are our Roots, We are the Flowers. 🌺 Be yourself at MXLAN25 as we express ourselves through art, color & culture on May 9-11. 💜 🌅! Tickets for the Neon Nights 5k, Lucha Libre and general tickets to see concerts are now on sale at mxlan.com 🙌🏽 #mxlan #wearetheflowers #mcallen

We're closing at 4pm today, Thursday 3/27/2025! See you tomorrow at 1pm. Stay dry and safe! #mcallenhistory #mcallenheritagecenter

#ThrowbackThursday to 1950s Downtown Main Street, looking north from Dallas Ave. Visit us to Explore more McAllen history! Museum Hours: W-F: 1pm-5pm Saturday: Noon-4pm 2025 Chuckwagon Dinner Ticket sales are now on sale at the museum! $75 gets you two steak dinners, bottle of wine, and dessert at Romano's Macaroni Grill- McAllen - support your McAllen History Museum! 301 S. Main Street McAllen TX 78501 Free admission + Free parking in the rear of the building. #mcallenhistory #mcallentx #texas #museum

Do you have a story to tell? A poem to share? 📝✨ Submit your original poetry to our Teen Poetry Showcase with the theme “Our Roots and Stories” and let your voice be heard! 🌍❤️ Don’t miss this chance to share your creativity and join us at STBF Presents: Poetry Night: Verses From Our Roots! 🎭 📅 Submission Deadline: April 2nd at 5:00PM 📢 Selected poets will take the stage to perform at our Teen Poetry Showcase Guidelines & Application: bit.ly/tpg2025 Submit Online: bit.ly/mpltps For more information, please call the Main Teen Department at (956) 681-3090.

✨ Dare to be Different with Creative Elegance - Style Show | IMAS Guild ✨ Join the ladies of the IMAS Guild for an afternoon of fashion, art, and timeless elegance at our annual Style Show & Luncheon! 💃🥂 📅 Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025 ⏰ Time: 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. 📍 Location: Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport Prepare to be inspired as our fabulous models grace the runway, showcasing bold, sophisticated styles that blend fashion with artistic expression. From elegant classics to daring modern looks, each ensemble celebrates the beauty of individuality and creativity. 👗✨ Sip on mimosas, indulge in a delightful luncheon, and bid on exclusive auction items—all while supporting the International Museum of Art & Science in its mission to inspire and educate through world-class exhibitions and programs. 📚 This cherished tradition is more than just a style show—it’s a celebration of art, culture, and the power of self-expression. 🎟️ Reserve your seat today! https://sales.theimasonline.org/Performance.aspx?pid=2026

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✨ Dare to be Different with Creative Elegance - IMAS Guild Style Show ✨ 📅 Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025 ⏰ Time: 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. 📍 Location: Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport Prepare to be inspired as our fabulous models grace the runway, showcasing bold, sophisticated styles that blend fashion with artistic expression. From elegant classics to daring modern looks, each ensemble celebrates the beauty of individuality and creativity. 👗✨ Sip on mimosas, indulge in a delightful luncheon, and bid on exclusive auction items—all while supporting the International Museum of Art & Science in its mission to inspire and educate through world-class exhibitions and programs. 🖼️📚 This cherished tradition is more than just a style show—it’s a celebration of art, culture, and the power of self-expression. 🎟️Visit "IMAS Links" in our bio to reserve your seat today!

🎷🌟 Introducing MIJA FEST– McAllen’s first-ever International Jazz Festival by Sunset Live 🌟🎷 McAllen get ready for a day of live music, culture, and community at MIJA Fest at the McAllen Convention Center- Oval Park! This exciting new addition will bring together jazz musicians from the U.S. and Mexico for a full day of incredible performances—all FREE to the public! 🎺🎹 Here are a few more details: 📅 Saturday, April 12, 2025 ⏰ 12:30 PM - 10:30 PM 📍 McAllen Convention Center & Oval Park 🎟️ Admission: FREE | 🚗 Parking: FREE | 🐶 Pet-Friendly Stay tuned for more surprises 🌟💥

🎷🌟 Introducing MIJA FEST– McAllen’s first-ever International Jazz Festival by Sunset Live 🌟🎷 McAllen get ready for a day of live music, culture, and community at MIJA Fest at the McAllen Convention Center- Oval Park! This exciting new addition will bring together jazz musicians from the U.S. and Mexico for a full day of incredible performances—all FREE to the public! 🎺🎹 Here are a few more details: 📅 Saturday, April 12, 2025 ⏰ 12:30 PM - 10:30 PM 📍 McAllen Convention Center & Oval Park 🎟️ Admission: FREE | 🚗 Parking: FREE | 🐶 Pet-Friendly Stay tuned for more surprises 🌟💥