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Meeting Center

Located inside the award-winning Main Library, the Meeting Center offers flexible indoor and outdoor spaces for professional events, educational programs, celebrations, and community gatherings. The venue includes modern technology, convenient parking, and access to one of the city’s most recognizable public spaces.

LOCATION

Main Library
4001 N. 23rd St.
McAllen, TX 78504

AMENITIES

A/V • Wi-Fi • Parking

BROCHURE

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BOOK YOUR SPACES

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RENTAL HOURS

Mon-Thu: 9AM–8:30PM
Fri–Sat: 9AM–5:30PM
Sun*: 1PM–8:30PM

*Meeting Rooms A&B are closed on Sundays.

 

BOOKING IN ADVANCE

Reservation requests must be submitted at least 7 days prior to your event date. Spaces may be reserved up to 3 months in advance, based on availability.


RENTAL RATES

Each rental rate includes one 4-hour reservation block, which covers both setup and teardown time. For example, an event taking place from 3:00–5:00PM should reserve the space from 2:00–6:00PM.

All rental fees are fixed and non-negotiable. Nonprofit organizations may qualify for discounted rates by providing current tax-exempt documentation to Library Staff.


PAYMENT

A full payment with a Visa credit / debit card will be required at time of booking your room.


FOOD & BEVERAGE

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All food and beverage service for Meeting Center events must be provided by Rise & Shine Café.

  • Catering requests required 7 business days in advance
  •  No outside food or beverages
  • No food permitted on Sundays

For details, visit the Café's website:
Rise & Shine Café


SCHEDULE A TOUR OR CONTACT US

Interested in seeing the Meeting Center in person? We’d be happy to schedule a tour for you. Appointments are required for all tours.

For questions or to schedule a visit, please email: librarymeetingcenter@mcallen.net

AVAILABLE SPACES
Find the Right Space for Your Event


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Full payment with a Visa credit / debit card required at time of booking.


Rows of auditorium seating at Main Library designed for presentations, performances, films, and community events.


Auditorium
Ideal for conferences, performances, presentations, and large community events.

Capacity: 176
$230 Standard • $102 Tax-Exempt

Quick Details:

  • Small Stage (9 ft x 23 ft)
  • Projector & Sound System
  • HDMI & USB-C connections
  • Wireless Microphones
  • No Food or Beverage
  • No Live Music
Board Room at Main Library featuring a large conference table, chairs, and audiovisual equipment for meetings and presentations.


Board Room
Executive-style meeting room with built-in technology for presentations.

Capacity: 18
 $100 Standard • $44 Tax-Exempt

Quick Details:

  • Wall-mounted 64” HDTV
  • HDMI & USB-C connections
  • Ideal for board meetings & presentations
  • Food must be catered through Rise & Shine Café



Conference Room B at Main Library featuring a conference table and seating for meetings, small group discussions, and collaborative work.


Conference Room A or B
Professional meeting rooms for smaller business meetings and workshops.

Capacity: 16
$44 Standard • $20 Tax-Exempt

Quick Details:

  • Wall-mounted 64” HDTV
  • HDMI & USB-C connections
  • Food must be catered through Rise & Shine Café
Main Library lobby gallery featuring seating areas and art displays.


Lobby Gallery Area
Open reception-style corridor space near the Auditorium entrance.

Event Add-On Space
$275 Standard • $121 Tax-Exempt

Quick Details:

  • Public access during library hours
  • Must be rented with Auditorium or Meeting Room
  • Food must be catered through Rise & Shine Café



Meeting Room A at Main Library arranged with tables for meetings, classes, workshops, and presentations.


Meeting Room A or B*
Ideal for conferences, lectures, receptions, parties, or presentations. Catering must be provided by Rise & Shine Café, the exclusive caterer at McAllen Public Library. *Meeting Rooms closed on Sundays.

Capacity: 40-60
$144 Standard • $64 Tax-Exempt

Quick Details:

  • Capacity: 40 with tables / 60 chairs only
  • View Setup Options: Setup Options
  • Projector & sound system
  • HDMI & USB-C connections
  • Podium included
  • Closed Sundays
  • Food must be catered through Rise & Shine Café
Meeting Room A at Main Library arranged with tables for meetings, classes, workshops, and presentations.


Meeting Room AB*
Combined meeting space for larger conferences and gatherings. Catering must be provided by Rise & Shine Café, the exclusive caterer at McAllen Public Library. *Meeting Room AB closed on Sundays.

Capacity: 80-120
$288 Standard • $128 Tax-Exempt

Quick Details:

  • Capacity: 80 with tables / 120 chairs only
  • View Setup Options: Setup Options
  • Projector & sound system
  • HDMI & USB-C connections
  • Podium included
  • Closed Sundays
  • Food must be catered through Rise & Shine Café



Exterior view of Main Library featuring the iconic circular fountain at the entrance on a sunny day.


Fountain Circle & Mall Area*
Outdoor event area near the Main Library entrance.
*This area requires approval prior to booking. For submitting a request, please email event details to librarymeetingcenter@mcallen.net.

$625 Standard • $275 Tax-Exempt

Quick Details:

  • Outdoor venue space
  • Administration approval required
  • Food must be catered through Rise & Shine Café

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