Destination Bryan Releases 2022
Fall & Holiday Events Schedule
Information courtesy of Destination Bryan
Destination Bryan announces the 2022 schedule of fall and holiday events, beginning with Boonville Days and continuing through the annual Downtown Bryan Holiday Stroll & Lighted Parade. All of these events are free and family friendly and we encourage the community to come experience the holiday fun in Bryan.
“We are thrilled to see the full line up of fall and holiday events in Bryan again this year,” said Abigail Noel, PR & Communications Manager at Destination Bryan. “Destination Bryan, the City of Bryan and many community organizations are ready to welcome the community to their events and hope to help families create lifetime memories.”
Boonville Days: Texas Heritage Festival
October 1 at Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History
To kick off the festival, runners and walkers of all ages are welcome to join in the 14th Annual Buffalo Stampede Half Marathon & 5K Race at 7:30 am starting at the Brazos Center. After the race, the entire family can enjoy other fun activities highlighting Texas History at this free heritage festival! Visitors will also have the opportunity to observe demonstrations of frontier skills and trades including flint-knapping, spinning, weaving, quilting, and blacksmithing. This is a family-friendly event, so there will be free pony rides, train rides, and other activities for children. The Museum will be open free with more exhibits, activities, and demonstrators inside!
First Friday
October 7 in Downtown Bryan
First Friday, a free event in Downtown Bryan, has become the “must do” activity for residents and tourists alike. The streets of Historic Downtown Bryan transform into one big stage on the First Friday of each month with live music, performances, art demonstrations, and unique & interactive events and activities! First Friday is a collaboration with Baylor Scott & White.
Pumpkin Photos at The Local
October 11 at Lake Walk
Pumpkins are back at Lake Walk thanks to Habitat for Humanity! There will be a FREE photo session at The Local on October 11th from 4-7 p.m. Come with your friends or family to get your photos taken by our professional photographers for free!
Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo
October 15-16 & 21-23
Dust off your boots & get ready for the Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo! This year’s concert lineup is not to be missed. Aaron Watson will kick off the concert series on Friday, October 21. Mark Chesnutt takes the stage on Saturday, October 22. Los Viejones de Linares will close out the Fair & Rodeo on Sunday, October 23. The Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo is one of the highlights of the fall each October in Bryan, Texas. Showcasing agriculture, education & youth to enhance our Texas culture, join the Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo in their 11th year of all things livestock showing, mutton bustin’, barrel racing, live music, carnival rides, bull riding, tractor pulling, and more!
Trick or Treat Night at The Local
October 25 at Lake Walk
Come dressed in your best costume and collect candy from station to station. Dress to impress as there will be a costume contest taking place as well. Trick or Treat Night at The Local is from 4-7 p.m.
Owl-o-ween
October 27 – October 31 at Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History
Join the Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History for an Owl-O-Ween celebration for all ages from 10 am to 5 pm Halloween week, Tuesday, October 27th – Saturday, October 31st! Have a “hoot” of a time in your Halloween costume while enjoying Museum exhibits, Discovery room animals, and educational Halloween activities. Take part in a scavenger hunt, test out your Halloween animal skills in our Owl Station Challenges, and visit with our staff to learn and see Museum animals and artifacts. Be sure to stop by our selfie spot to capture your bootiful Halloween look. All visitors who come in costume attire will also receive a treat bag to enjoy!
Halloweentown in Downtown Bryan
October 28 in Downtown Bryan from 4-7 p.m.
Destination Bryan and Bryan Broadcasting are partnering to bring you Halloweentown in Downtown Bryan, presented by ABC Home & Commercial Services! Join us on Friday, October 28 starting at 4 p.m. for this free, family-friendly event featuring trick-or-treating, a costume contest, photo stations, kids’ crafts, and more kid-friendly fun.
Dia de Los Muertos Celebration
November 2 in Downtown from 3-10 p.m.
Casa Rodriguez is hosting a Dia de Los Muertos Celebration in Downtown Bryan at the intersection of 24th Street and Bryan Ave. This free family friendly event will feature live music, kids activities, vendors and more.
Trunk or Treat So Kids Can Eat
October 29 at Bryan High Parking Lot from 3-6 p.m.
Join the City of Bryan Parks and Recreation Department and Bryan High School for a trunk or treat event benefiting the Brazos Valley Food Bank. The event will take place on Saturday, October 29 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Bryan High School parking lot adjacent to the Bryan Aquatic Center. Enjoy fair games, food vendors, inflatables, train rides, and more! Costumes are encouraged. For entry, please bring five canned food items. Items will be donated to the Brazos Valley Food Bank.
First Friday
November 4 in Downtown Bryan
First Friday, a free event in Downtown Bryan, has become the “must do” activity for residents and tourists alike. The streets of Historic Downtown Bryan transform into one big stage on the First Friday of each month with live music, performances, art demonstrations, and unique & interactive events and activities! First Friday is a collaboration with Baylor Scott & White.
Lights On!
November 18 in Downtown Bryan starting at 6:00 p.m.
Destination Bryan will kick off the holiday season in Bryan with the annual Lights On! Help us countdown to turn on thousands of lights along Main St. and Bryan Ave to illuminate picturesque Historic Downtown Bryan. This free, family-friendly event will include holiday photo backdrop stations, live music at the Palace Theater, and Santa Claus.
Holiday Magic
December 1 at Sue Haswell Park from 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Hosted by the City of Bryan Parks and Recreation Department, Holiday Magic features sledding down a snow hill, pictures with Santa, hot chocolate, train rides, games and more! This holiday filled event is free to attend and free shuttles are being offered from Blinn College.
First Friday
December 2 in Downtown Bryan
First Friday, a free event in Downtown Bryan, has become the “must do” activity for residents and tourists alike. The streets of Historic Downtown Bryan transform into one big stage on the First Friday of each month with live music, performances, art demonstrations, and unique & interactive events and activities! December First Friday will feature holiday music and activities. First Friday is a collaboration with Baylor Scott & White.
Window Decorating Contest
December 2 – December 8 in Downtown Bryan
We need your help voting for the best Holiday Window Decorations in Downtown Bryan! Simply scan the QR code of your favorite window to cast your vote. Can’t pick a favorite? Vote for more than one. Voting will take place from December 2 on First Friday through December 8 on the Holiday Stroll and Lighted Parade.
Holiday Stroll and Lighted Parade
December 8 in Downtown Bryan starting at 6 p.m.
Come enjoy the ONLY lighted Christmas Parade in Bryan-College Station! The parade will begin at 6 p.m. at 24th and Bryan Street heading south, turn on 28th, and head back up Main Street. Floats, vehicles, fire engines and more, all complete with lights, of course, will join us for this night of fun! It’s been rumored that SANTA CLAUS will also be making an appearance at the end of the parade!
Night Bazar at The Local – Holiday Edition
December 9 at Lake Walk from 6-10 p.m.
The Night Bazar at Lake Walk will be back on December 9th. A perfect opportunity to get your holiday shopping done and visit your favorite vendors from our past seasons. The market will take place from 6-10 pm.