
The International Museum of Art & Science invites the public to the 12th annual Lunar New Year Festival on Jan. 27, celebrating the Year of the Dragon. The day-long event features traditional Chinese, Korean and Taiwanese crafts, games and more.
From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., patrons can discover the art of calligraphy, create a dragon puppet, and enjoy local eateries Snow Bite, Ulike Tea and Han’s Katsuya. Paper fan painting will also be available for an additional $3 per participant (limited supply).
Festival admission is $5 with discounted $3 for children ages 4-12, students with an ID and senior citizens 65+. Museums for All (WIC/EBT) discount is $1 for up to four people per card. Children 3 and under, public school educators, active military, veterans and IMAS Members receive free admission. Advanced tickets are recommended for express entry.
Participating partners include UTRGV Writing and Language Studies- Korean, Chamsarang Korean Presbyterian Church, International Mission Church, Lord’s Church of McAllen and Taiwanese American Association. The 12th annual Lunar New Year Festival is supported by the IMAS Guild.