Cocktails & Culture: Gallery Geeks
2026-01-22 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Playful. Smart. Social.
Gallery Geeks turns a night at the Witte into a lively, brain-powered adventure for adults who love clever, fun, friendly competition and a great cocktail. Start the evening with a full hour to explore the museum and feel like a kid again — this is your chance to cram for the exam before trivia begins at 7.
Sip and sample from drink vendors, grab a bite from the onsite food truck and gather your team for high-energy Witte trivia that covers nature, science, history and culture. Settle in with your group, put your knowledge to the test and compete for bragging rights and prizes in a spirited night at the Witte.
Whether you’re coming on your own, with a partner or with a whole crew, it’s the perfect night out with a smart twist.
Cost: $35 per person (non-member) / $28 per person (member)
This event is for guests 21 and older

5th Annual Engineer It!
2026-02-21 12:00 - 16:00 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
National Engineering Week is here, and the Witte is celebrating in a big way!
Join friends, family and fellow curious minds for our fifth annual Engineer It! — a hands-on day celebrating the many ways engineering shapes our world. Take on creative challenges, explore different engineering fields and see the design process come to life.
As we celebrate the Witte’s 100th birthday year, we’re also celebrating the engineers who have shaped the world over the past century.
What engineering feats have emerged in the last 100 years? And who would engineer the world’s biggest birthday cake? Meet professional engineers, ask questions and get inspired at this engineering party. What will you create?
Come check out activities from our community partners:

Environmental Water Resources Institute
Girl with Grit
JECA Roboraptors
Microchips and Queso
Palo Alto College STEM Center
San Antonio Water System
South Texas Institute of Transportation Engineers
Southwest Research Institute
The Boeing Company
UTSA Physics and Astronomy

This event is included with General Admission. Purchase your Museum Admission online here or become a Witte Member to enjoy events like this and all the exciting celebrations happening throughout our 100th birthday year!

Homeschool Day: Dive into the Witte
2026-02-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Bring your students to the Witte for a day of hands-on discovery. Homeschool Day offers a self-guided experience packed with interactive learning and exploration.
Admission is $10 per participant and includes 9 a.m. early entry, access to the Special Exhibition Unseen Oceans, and exclusive educator-led demonstrations. We encourage you to stay after your program and enjoy a picnic lunch in one of our outdoor picnic areas.
Recommended for grades K-6th
10 a.m.
Story time – Memorial Auditorium
Join us and dive into an engaging read along followed by a take home craft.
3D Printing – Valero Great Hall
How do scientists utilize 3D printers? Learn the basics of the 3D printing process and how this technology is shaping the future of science.
10:30 a.m.
Under Pressure – Kathleen and Curtis Gunn Gallery
How do fish survive the crushing pressure and ice-cold temperatures at the bottom of the ocean? Learn about how deep-sea marine fish control their buoyancy, survive extreme pressure and temperature, and find food in one of the most inhospitable environments on Earth.
Dino Dialogue – Naylor Family Dinosaur Gallery
How many questions about dinosaurs can YOU come up with? Join our Witte educators and get some of your questions answered!
11 a.m.
Storytime – Memorial Auditorium
Join us and dive into an engaging read along followed by a take home craft.
Deep Sea Darkness – SWBC Live Lab
Have you ever wondered what could be at the bottom of the ocean? Why do scientists know more about the surface of Mars than what lies deep under the sea? Dive into a demonstration of Deep Sea Darkness and discover the wonders of the world’s largest habitat!
11:30 a.m.

Animal Encounter – Dawson Family Hall
Did you know the museum is home to several Texas native animals? Find out more about our backyard neighbors during a demonstration of Animal Encounters. Learn about how these animals help support healthy habitats, and what we can do to help them in return.

30th Annual Rock Art Rendezvous
2026-02-27 - 2026-03-01 | White Shaman Preserve, 42535 West US Highway 90, Comstock, TX, 78837, United States
Join us at the White Shaman Preserve for a weekend of exploration, imagination and togetherness at the annual Rock Art Rendezvous.
Every year the Witte hosts this transformational gathering, which features rare access to irreplaceable rock art sites in the Lower Pecos Canyonlands. Camp out under the big skies of Texas, marvel at ancient rock art sites and watch the sun set over a Northern Coahuila desert landscape. Enjoy humanity’s shared history together at the annual Rock Art Rendezvous.

Non-members: $200
Members: $160
Tickets include:

Primitive camping spot at the White Shaman Preserve – bring a tent or trailer (26′ max)
Guided tours of extraordinary rock art sites including Meyers Spring, Painted Shelter, White Shaman, Tinaja Canyon, Centipede Cave and more
Saturday evening BBQ dinner, raffle and live music by Josh Glenn Experiment
Curator Conversations with Dr. Harry Shafer, Curator Emeritus of Archaeology and Dr. Thomas Adams, Chief Curator and VP of Research
Cowboy coffee and oatmeal breakfast Saturday and Sunday morningsExplore the full schedule of events here

Explore the full schedule of events here
Location: The Witte Museum’s White Shaman Preserve, 2 miles west of Seminole Canyon State Park approximately 45 minutes west of Del Rio. Gates open at 11am on Friday, February 27, 2026. All visitors are to depart no later than 4pm on Sunday, March 1, 2026.
For more details, including accommodations, tours, health & safety and cancellations, please click here.
