Downtown Garland Square is getting a colorful transformation as larger-than-life creatures inspired by Mexican folk art take over the heart of the city. “Alebrijes: A Dreamworld in Downtown Garland” is a free, six-month outdoor exhibition featuring monumental sculptures of fantastical creatur es, including a three-headed dragon and a tentacled seahorse. The exhibition opened Thursday, Oct. 8, and will remain on display through March 29, 2027. The sculptures are inspired by alebrijes, a traditional form of Mexican folk art known for its imaginative creatures, vibrant colors, and intricate designs. The art form traces its origins to Mexican artist Pedro Linares, who began creating the fantastical figures in Mexico City during the 1930s. His work helped establish a tradition of crafting colorful creatures using cartonería, a Mexican papier-mâché technique. Alebrijes later gained wider recognition through Disney and Pixar’s animated film “Coco,” which introduced audiences around the world to the colorful creatures. Visitors to Downtown Garland will have an opportunity to see the sculptures come together as the featured artists work on-site from Oct. 5 through Oct. 15. The exhibition offers North Texas residents a chance to experience Mexican folk art in a public setting, with no admission fee required. “Alebrijes: A Dreamworld in Downtown Garland” will remain on display at Downtown Garland Square through March 29, 2027. ...read more read less