Kick off May with these 10 events in Aggieland this weekend, May 1-3

Destination Bryan and the Bryan Valley Jazz Society present an evening of music from local and regional jazz artists at Jazzfest 2026. Musical groups include the BCS Youth Honors Jazz Ensemble, saxophonist Don Pope, The Brazos Valley Big Band and Houston jazz singer Raquel Cepeda. The event will be hosted at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in the event of inclement weather.

• May 1, 5:45-10:30 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• Palace Theater, 105 S. Main St., Bryan
• www.destinationbryan.com/events/2026-jazzfest-at-the-palace-theater

The city of Bryan Parks and Recreation Department and Baylor Scott & White host a walk led by a doctor or health professional each month, with May’s group walking event led by family medicine expert Dr. Kris Knoop speaking about avoiding weight regain.

• May 2, 9-10 a.m.
• Free (registration required)
• Austin’s Colony Park pavilion, 2400 Austins Colony Parkway, Bryan
• www.walkwithadoc.org/join-a-walk/locations/bryan-texas

Children can visit McCoy’s Building Supply to paint a keepsake for mom, choosing to paint a wooden flower bouquet or a terra cotta pot while supplies last.

• May 2, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• McCoy’s Building Supply, 2300 Boonville Road, Bryan
• Facebook: McCoy’s Building Supply (Bryan, TX)

Stagecenter Theatre will host performances of “The Curious Savage,” a family-friendly stage production.

• May 2, 7 p.m.
• $13.50
• 218 N. Bryan Ave., Bryan
• www.stagecenter.net

The College Station Police Department and the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum present a family fishing day at the Bush Library and Museum pond, featuring a freshly stocked pond, games, educational exhibits, complimentary refreshments and emergency vehicle displays. Lawn chairs, fishing gear and a cooler to take home fish are encouraged. Fishing licenses are not required.

• May 2, 7-11 a.m.
• Free (registration encouraged)
• 1000 George Bush Drive W., College Station
• www.bush41library.gov/events/family-fish-2

Hosted by the city of College Station Parks and Recreation, the Show ‘em Off Car & Bike Show includes a Kid Zone with activities and a car and bike show. Food will be available for purchase.

• May 2, 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
• Free (admission and vehicle entry); vehicle registration required by May 1
• Lincoln Recreation Center, 1000 Eleanor St., College Station
• https://visit.cstx.gov/events/show-em-off-car-bike-show

The community Lake Walk Wellness Festival, previously slated for April, was postponed due to weather and includes a complimentary yoga session, 5K run, local vendors, wellness demos and family-friendly activities, including activities for young children put on by The Little Gym of Bryan-College Station.

• May 3, 1-4 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• Lake Walk Pavilion and Lawn, 4107 Lake Atlas Drive, Bryan
• Facebook: Lake Walk

Polite Coffee hosts a pop-up shopping event with coffee, music, local vendors and sweet treats. Free parking is available nearby.

• May 3, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• Polite Coffee Roasters, 800 S. Bryan Ave, Bryan
• Instagram: Howdy Marketplace