Jingle All the Way to These Holiday Events
Make the most of this holiday season with fun activities for the whole family! There’s plenty to do in Bryan this year, including longtime favorites and fresh experiences.
Santa Mailboxes
Friday, Nov. 21 – Thursday, Dec. 11
Three locations around town
Participation: Free
Drop off your wish list for Santa at one of three red Santa Mailboxes, appearing around town through the magic of holiday spirit. Letters dropped off by Dec. 11 will get a special response from Santa, as long as a return address is included. Mailbox locations: Carnegie History Center, Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History and POV Coffee House.
Ballet Brazos Nutcracker Storytime
Friday, Nov. 21 | 4 p.m.
Clara B. Mounce Public Library
Admission: Free tickets given out 30 minutes before performance
The timeless classic “The Nutcracker” comes to Clara B. Mounce Library, as Ballet Brazos presents a shortened version perfect for young children. Limited seating is available, with free tickets given out 30 minutes before the performance on a first-come, first-served basis.
Lights On!
Friday, Nov. 21 | 5 – 10 p.m.
Historic Downtown Bryan
Admission: Free
Kick off the holiday season at Lights On! The annual favorite is bigger and better this year, with the City of Bryan investing in new lights and decorations to set up around Downtown. The official countdown to light the Sale Park Christmas tree and illuminate Downtown begins at 5:40 p.m., followed by live music, face painting, bounce houses, holiday food, an appearance by Santa and more.
Reindeer on the Run
Monday, Dec. 1 – Sunday, Dec. 14
Various Parks and City Facilities
Participation: Free
Oh no! Santa’s reindeer have escaped the North Pole and decided to hide in Bryan, Texas. Help us get them home by searching the city using clues from Santa’s elves. Find all nine reindeer by Dec. 14 and you’ll be entered into a prize drawing.
Holiday Magic
Thursday, Dec. 4 | 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Sue Haswell Memorial Park
Admission: Free
Holiday Magic is back for its 27th year to provide more free holiday cheer for our community. Park at Blinn College and take free shuttles to the park for photos with Santa and holiday characters, hot chocolate and cookies, snow hills, train rides, a holiday scavenger hunt, a showing of the Polar Express and much more.
December First Friday
Friday, Dec. 5 | 5 – 10 p.m.
Historic Downtown Bryan
Admission: Free
First Friday is always a great time, and it gets even better around the holidays! Christmas lights will be on around Downtown and many shops will be open for buying presents. Plus, enjoy the live music, art, vendors and dining options you know and love at every First Friday.
Winter Wonderland at Travis Fields
Saturday, Dec. 6 | Noon – 3 p.m.
Travis Fields
Admission: Free
Back for a fourth year, Winter Wonderland is a great way to celebrate the season. Meet Santa, play holiday games, visit the petting zoo, ride the holiday train, stroll through a local vendor market and more. The Marine Corps League will also host a toy drive giveaway.
Holiday Porch Stroll
Sunday, Dec. 7 | 4 – 7 p.m.
East Side Historic District
Participation: Free
Walk through history with a self-guided tour of one of Bryan’s oldest neighborhoods. Pick up a free guide and map at Heritage Park, then explore the charm of the East Side Historic District and view historic home exteriors decorated for the season.
Senior Social: Holiday Craft Day
Tuesday, Dec. 9 | 1 – 3 p.m.
Neal Recreation Center
Admission: $5 at the door
Ages 55+ are invited to make ornaments and snow globes, while enjoying festive music and refreshments.
Adult Craft: Reindeer Hot Cocoa Jars
Tuesday, Dec. 9 | 5:30 p.m.
Clara B. Mounce Public Library
Admission: Free
The BCS Library’s monthly adult craft event is a sweet one in December. Ages 18 and up can decorate jars as reindeer and fill them with hot cocoa ingredients. Registration is required, starting Nov. 19.
Downtown Bryan Holiday Stroll & Lighted Parade
Thursday, Dec. 11 | 5 p.m.: Holiday Stroll; 7 p.m.: Lighted Parade
Historic Downtown Bryan
Admission: Free
Enjoy a magical experience on one of the most special nights of the year in Downtown. The stroll begins at 5 p.m. and the parade starts at 7 p.m., with floats, vehicles, fire engines and more parading down Bryan Avenue and Main Street. This year’s theme is “Rockin’ Around Downtown,” so expect floats to feature live music performances, carolers and more.
Merry & Bright Marketplace at Legends Event Center
Saturday, Dec. 13 | 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Legends Event Center
Admission: $5, or $3 with a donated canned food item. Children 11 and under are free.
It’s a holiday shopping extravaganza! More than 80 local artisans, makers and crafters will fill the floor of Legends Event Center with unique gifts, festive décor and holiday treats. Sip seasonal drinks and cocktails while looking for the perfect present, and meet Santa (he’s everywhere this year!).
Wreaths Across America
Saturday, Dec. 13 | Noon
Bryan City Cemetery & Oakwood Cemetery
Participation: Free
Honor military veterans this holiday season by volunteering with Wreaths Across America to place wreaths on graves at Bryan City Cemetery and Oakwood Cemetery. The balsam fir wreaths symbolize the eight services: Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, Merchant Marine, Space Force, and POW/MIA.
Interested in sponsoring a wreath? Each wreath costs $17, and the deadline is Dec. 1.
Mayor Ring-Off
Saturday, Dec. 13 | Noon – 5 p.m.
Walmart on Briarcrest Drive
All proceeds benefit The Salvation Army Bryan/College Station
Help Bryan Mayor Bobby Gutierrez remain undefeated against College Station Mayor John Nichols in The Salvation Army’s annual Mayor Ring-Off. Visit the Walmart on Briarcrest or donate online through our Virtual Red Kettle, which is live now.
Maroon & White Night
Friday, Dec. 19 | 6 – 10 p.m.
Historic Downtown Bryan
Participation: Free
Finish your Christmas shopping at a festive edition of Maroon & White Night. Texas A&M faculty and staff can enjoy special time with friends and colleagues and find holiday-themed cocktails.
Looking for more festive events and shopping? Check out Destination Bryan’s Holiday Guide.
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