Events in College Station

Winter or summer, spring or fall, there’s always something fun to experience in Bryan College Station. Thanks to the presence of Texas A&M University, these two communities are particularly electric during the school year, with exciting football games, conferences, artistic performances, and more. Yet there’s even more to enjoy, including everything from cultural festivals to holiday celebrations.

Below you’ll find a lineup of just a few of the most popular annual events in Bryan College Station. For more, including information on recurring events like Bryan’s First Friday events, click here.

February

Republic of Texas Half Marathon
Formerly known as the Armadillo Dash, this half-marathon begins and ends at the famous George Bush Presidential Library and Museum and takes runners past many of the must-see sites on the Texas A&M campus.
1000 George Bush Drive West
College Station, TX 77845

March

Red Wasp Film Festival
The Arts Council of Brazos Valley presents this festival showcasing independent films and filmmakers from around the world.
2275 Dartmouth Street
College Station, TX 77840

April

Messina Hof Wine & Roses Festival
Herald the coming of spring and the blooming of the flowers at Messina Hof, where you can taste the Texas-made reds and whites, sample cuisine from the food vendors, admire the works of local artisans, take an interactive art class, and try your luck at the grape stomp competition.
4545 Old Reliance Road
Bryan, TX 77808

Downtown Street & Art Fair
On Parents’ Weekend for Texas A&M, head to downtown Bryan for this free celebration of local arts and culture. Browse vendor booths stocked with works by local and regional artists, watch hands-on art demonstrations, and take in all the live music. Held in early April, this annual event is not one to be missed.
Downtown
Bryan, TX 77808

May

KidFish
Texas Parks and Wildlife invites young anglers up to 17 years old to Stephen C. Beachy Central Park for free fishing instruction and practice.
1000 Krenek Tap Road
College Station, TX 77840

Derby Day
Join the Brazos Valley Symphony Orchestra for their annual fundraiser featuring live music and dance performances, live and silent auctions, a hat parade and contest, and Southern-inspired food.
801 University Drive East
College Station, TX 77840

July

4th of July "I Love America" Celebration
Celebrate America’s independence at the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum with a full day of kids’ activities, discounted museum admission, a free performance by the Brazos Valley Symphony Orchestra, and a fireworks show.
1000 George Bush Drive West
College Station, TX 77845

August

Messina Hof Harvest Festival
Aggieland’s top winery welcomes oenophiles for four straight weekends of wine-centric events, including grape cluster and wine blending competitions, cellar tours, grape stomping, and more.
4545 Old Reliance Road
Bryan, TX 77808

September

Texas Reds Steak & Grape Festival
Historic downtown Bryan hosts this annual tribute to red meat and Texas wine with cook-offs, train rides on the Union Pacific Heritage train, and a grape stomp, with plenty more fun rounding out the weekend.
Downtown
Bryan, TX 77808

Fiestas Patrias
A parade, traditional Mexican music performances, and street festival make up Bryan’s long-running, all-day celebration of the Mexican holiday.
Downtown
Bryan, TX 77808

October

Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo
Bryan College Station does rodeo right, providing fair-goers with multiple days of live music, carnival rides, professional rodeo competitions, livestock shows, great food, and more.
5827 Leonard Road
Bryan, TX 77807

Wiener Fest
The biggest event of the year for the Aggieland Humane Society, Wiener Fest brings a weekend of costume and trick contests, races, food, and vendors to Wolf Pen Creek.
5359 Leonard Road
Bryan, TX 77807

November

Brazos Valley Worldfest
Experience the diverse cultures and heritage of the Brazos Valley through demonstrations and displays, crafts and imports from across the globe, a kids’ village, authentic food, and more at Wolf Pen Creek.
5359 Leonard Road
Bryan, TX 77807

Santa’s Wonderland
Hayrides and carriage tours, live music, shopping, a children’s train, outdoor movies, and much more make Santa’s Wonderland in College Station the best place south of the North Pole to be when Christmas is in the air. Runs November to January 1.
18898 Texas 6 Frontage Road
College Station, TX 77845

December

Bryan College Station Christmas Parade
This holiday parade for the twin cities of Bryan and College Station is in its 90th year of delighting thousands with floats, music, and a Santa’s bag full of Christmas cheer.
University Drive & Polo Road
College Station, TX 77840