Planning a visit during gameday weekend? We’ve compiled a list of recommendations from our Parent & Family Advisory Council members to help make your weekend in Bryan-College Station memorable from start to finish.
Get Active
Visit the Rec Center with your student to swim a few laps, play a game of handball, or jog around the track. Alternatively, attend a class at a local yoga studio or plan your trip for the weekend of a 5k race and learn your way around town on foot!
Find Your Favorite Queso
The best queso in Bryan-College Station is a source of debate on campus, and we invite you to join the conversation! Fuego, Mad Taco, and Torchy’s are a few favorites and a great place to start.
Ice Skating at Spirit Ice Arena
Regardless of the weather outside, you can spend time on the ice at Spirit Ice Arena. The facility is open for public skating on a daily basis and has a monthly schedule with specific open skate times. Skate rentals are also available.
Midnight Yell
The night before any home football game, head to Kyle Field for one of college football’s most legendary traditions. Tens of thousands of Aggies fill the stands to participate in yells and sing the Aggie War Hymn in preparation for the next day’s game.
Bonfire Memorial
Bonfire Remembrance Day takes place officially on November 18 each year, but the Bonfire Memorial is open for self-guided tours at all times.
Farm Patch
Visit the Farm Patch Market in Bryan for one of the most fresh and diverse selections of fruits, vegetables, and live plants in the area. While you’re there, try the store’s acclaimed chicken salad or pick up a homemade pecan pie.
First Friday in Downtown Bryan
If you find yourself in Bryan-College Station on the first Friday of any given month, don’t miss the chance to see downtown Bryan’s premier attraction for locals and visitors alike. Live music, food trucks, and local businesses fill the streets beginning around 5:30 p.m. each First Friday.
This year’s First Fridays that align with Aggie home football games include:
Friday, October 6 (10/7 vs. Alabama)
Friday, November 3 (11/4 vs. Auburn)
Santa’s Wonderland
Starting on November 10, visit College Station’s own winter wonderland! At Texas’ largest seasonal attraction, you will be able to tour the Trail of Lights and spend an evening enjoying the food, shopping, and entertainment in Santa’s Town.