Usher In The Season With Christmas In The Park – Dec 3-4
Information + Photos courtesy of College Station Parks & Recreation
Now that the colorful holiday lights are shining brightly in Stephen C. Beachy Central Park, it’s time for a weekend of fun and activities at Christmas in the Park.
Join us Dec. 3-4 from 6-10 p.m. for old-fashioned hayrides, cookies and chocolate milk, performances by local song and dance groups, actual snow slides, photos with Santa and his reindeer, adopt a Holiday Parks Pal, arts and crafts, and more. Admission is free!
Here’s a more in-depth look at this year’s festivities:
Entertainment Schedule
>> Event Map
Friday, Dec. 3
5:50-6 p.m. – Mayor’s Welcome & Lighting Ceremony
6 p.m. – Jingle Bell Fun Run Start
6:15-6:35 p.m. – Wildcat Chorale
6:40-6:50 p.m. – Cypress Grove Intermediate Choir
6:55-7:05 p.m. – CSTAT Steppers of College Station High School
7:10-7:40 p.m. – Off the Wall Theater
7:50-8:10 p.m. – Texas A&M Chorale
8:20-8:40 p.m. – Aggie Wranglers
8:45-9:10 p.m. – Brazos Valley Tuba Christmas
9:15-9:50 p.m. – Reagan Quinn
Saturday, Dec. 4
6-6:10 p.m. – AMCMS Dance Team
6:15-6:35 p.m. – CSMS Combined Choirs
6:40-7 p.m. – Oakwood Intermediate Orchestra Club
7:10-7:20 p.m. – Texas A&M Ballroom Dance Association
7:30-7:45 p.m. – Abigail Quinn
8-8:25 p.m. – Brazos Authority
9-9:45 p.m. – Reagan Quinn
Santa & Reindeer Photos
Santa is moving to his new location in the Fun for All Playground. A professional photographer isn’t provided for photos, but you’re encouraged to bring a camera to capture the moment. Pets aren’t allowed.
Adopt a Holiday Parks Pal
The Brazos Valley Marine Corps League-Detachment 1391 has rescued hundreds of Parks Pals (stuffed animals) that need a home for the holidays. Each Parks Pal is individually bagged, but supplies are limited. Children must be present for the adoption.
Waiver & Wristbands
Free wristbands are required for the hayride, snow slides, arts and crafts, and photos with Santa. Complete a waiver form at an information booth to get a wristband.
Food Trucks
Food trucks will be available, or you can bring refreshments. Just remember that glass containers aren’t allowed, and coolers must be 48 quarts or smaller.
Friday, Dec. 3
Sweet Pops Kettle Corn, Chill Out Concessions, JLM’s Chicken and Waffle, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Roasted Corn and Snacks, Las Palapas, and Napa Flats.
Saturday, Dec. 4
Sweet Pops Kettle Corn, Chill Out Concessions, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Roasted Corn and Snacks, OhMyGogi!, and Las Palapas.
Parking & Shuttle Hours (Dec. 3-4 only)
Recreation Drive will close from 7 a.m.-11 p.m., and visitors will be unable to drive through the park. Right turns from the State Highway 6 frontage road onto Krenek Tap Road will not be allowed. Shuttles will run from 5-11 p.m. from the Post Oak Mall parking lot (JCPenney side). Handicap parking is available at the Beachy Central Park softball complex, which can be accessed from State Highway 6.
>> Parking Map
The popular event wouldn’t be possible without the generous contributions of our sponsors and community partners — Brazos Valley Marine Corps League, College Station Noon Lions Club, Christmas 97.3, Bryan Broadcasting, and HEB.
We wish you a peaceful and joyous holiday season and the best in the coming year. For more information, contact us at 979.764.3486 or parks@cstx.gov.