Bryan-College Station, Texas has the perfect combination: the activity and culture of a big city with the laid back, friendly atmosphere of a small town. Known as the home of Texas A&M, College Station has excellent schools, nightlife, parks, and activities for the whole family. You may be relaxed in Bryan-College Station, but you won’t be bored. If you’re new to the area, here is a guide of things to do in Bryan-College Station:
Fun for the Family
Bryan-College Station is full of
beautiful parks for the whole family to enjoy, including the family pets. Morris “Buzz” Hamilton Park is a clean dog
park with three separate sections: one for small dogs, one for large dogs, and
one common area. Tanglewood Park will be fun for both kids and adults, with two
playgrounds and sprinklers as well as multiple tennis courts and picnic
pavilions. Besides the parks, there’s the Children’s Museum of Brazos Valley for a day
of fun and learning and Grand Station Entertainment, which offers
summer deals for “Kids Bowl Free,” “Family and Friends” or “Teen Tuesdays.”
Arts and Culture
Arts and culture aren’t hard to find
in Bryan-College Station, if you know where to look. Texas A&M
OPAS performs live music, dance, and theatre for the entire Brazos
Valley. There’s also Brazos Valley Symphony Orchestra, performing
in the fall and spring seasons at Rudder Theatre Complex. Grand Stafford Theatre with its 400-person
capacity frequently hosts concerts in a historic downtown Bryan building. There
are also a plethora of art galleries, libraries, and museums to be
enjoyed by art and history buffs.
Sports
Often called “Aggieland” for the
famed Texas A&M football team, sports are a big deal in Bryan-College
Station. You can get tickets to see a game at Kyle Field or golf at one of
BCS’s beautiful golf courses. There are plenty of
opportunities for swimming in BCS, and Lake Bryan is a great destination for a
camping or fishing trip.
Nightlife
For those who like to kick back and
have fun in the evening, there are plenty of excellent bars and clubs in
Bryan-College Station. The Cowboy Club, James Studio 59, and the Fox Hole
Lounge all have dancing as well as refreshments, but each has their own unique
vibe: the Cowboy Club tends to play country music, while James Studio 59
focuses on R&B. Fox Hole Lounge is a popular hangout for veterans. You can
take dance classes with your special someone (or just for yourself) at Mambos
Salsa Dancing. Or you can go to Carney’s Pub or Margie’s Bar and Grill for a
laid back bar experience and a bite to eat.
When looking for a home in
Bryan-College Station, talk with an experienced realtor who knows the area by
heart. She can show you the best places to go whatever your interests are, and
the homes you can find close by. She can even show you homes in the surrounding
Brazos Valley if at the end of the day, you like to put a bit of space between
yourself and the city life. Call your Bryan-College Station realtor today to
discuss the areas best for you.