Bryan-College Station will have plenty of events leading up to the holiday season. Here are some of the events residents can look forward to this fall. This is not a comprehensive list.
William Beckmann at Hurricane Harry’s
Texas singer-songwriter William Beckmann is stopping by College Station to perform at Northgate staple Hurricane Harry’s. Known for his Grand Ole Opry performance of “Volver, Volver” and appearances on The Stephen Colbert Show, Beckmann has built a large online following and is known for his deep voice.
History in Motion 2026
The Museum of the American G.I. is putting on its annual event showing off restored tanks, military vehicles, and artillery for a weekend of fun, action and education. The family-friendly event will also feature displays of the weapons and patrons will be allowed to visit the vehicles up close.
Nov. 7-8, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
$25 (adult ticket), $10 (child ticket, ages 5-17)
19124 Hwy. 6 S., College Station
www.americangimuseum.org
Pints and Pages Book Fair at KinderHill Brew Lab
The second annual book fair will feature vendors selling books of all types, with 10% of the proceeds going to the Voices For Children nonprofit.
Santa's Wonderland
The largest Christmas park in the world is holding its annual gathering of fun featuring a trail of lights, a petting zoo, horse carriages and winter treats on 150 acres in south College Station. The park will also have different entertainment attractions throughout the holiday season.
Bonfire Remembrance Ceremony
Texas A&M University will honor those who lost their lives during the 1999 Aggie bonfire tragedy at the Bonfire Memorial on campus with a poem read at the Last Corps Trip Wall and more at the memorial site.
Christmas on Carter Creek 2026
The seventh annual fundraiser will feature goods and services, with proceeds benefiting 12 nonprofit organizations throughout the Bryan-College Station area and scholarships for high school seniors. The event will also feature a raffle for a $10,000 jewelry shopping spree.
Nov. 20, noon- 5 p.m.; Nov. 21, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
$20 (ticketed)
1200 Carter Creek Parkway, Bryan
www.womansclubbcs.com
Lights On! In Historic Downtown Bryan
Historic Downtown Bryan starts the holiday season off with the lighting of the Sale Park Christmas tree. The event will also feature activities, live music and an appearance by Santa Claus.
5th Annual Holly Jolly Holiday Market
The annual tradition features artisan holiday goods from a variety of local vendors, all at the Aggie Hotel.
Cotton Holdings’ Lone Star Showdown at Kyle Field
The Aggies will take on the Texas Longhorns at home on Black Friday. This is the rivals’ 121st game since 1894.
December First Friday
Historic Downtown Bryan’s monthly First Friday features live music, performances, art demonstrations and unique interactive events and activities throughout the area.
Ballet Brazos Presents The Nutcracker at Rudder Auditorium
Since 2012, Ballet Brazos has put on an annual production of the Nutcracker, which will feature professional dancers from the Brazos Valley, as well as the states of Texas and New York.
Holiday Night Bazaar at Lake Walk
This market will feature local vendors from Bryan-College Station and live music for a fun holiday night out.
Jingle on The Green
An afternoon in Century Square where patrons can meet Santa and Mrs. Claus, take photos and enjoy some hot chocolate.
