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College Station, Texas is an eastern Texas city of about 125,000 people—and the home to Texas A&M University. It’s pretty much smack dab in the middle of Houston and Austin, so people who find themselves in College Station might think they’ve got to duck out to the big city to find something fun to do. But that just isn’t the case! Find the right niche, and you’re bound to have yourself a fun time in College Station. 

We’ve compiled the top 20 things to do in and around the College Station area—and really, there’s something for everybody. Whether you love college sports, the great outdoors, shopping, or a refined weekend of wining and dining, College Station is the place for you.

20 Fun Things to Do in College Station in 2025

1) Explore Texas A&M University Campus

If you’re in College Station, there’s a good chance you’re going there because of Texas A&M University. Take time to enjoy the architecture, art, museums, and programs that a world-class university offers. Start at the Academic Building, then head to the Memorial Student Center (MSC). The will keep you up-to-date!

2) Visit the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum

The official presidential library and museum of the 41st president of the United States, George H.W. Bush, contains more than 43 million pages of personal and official papers, 2 million photos, and 100,000 museum objects. The museum puts American history in context from 1941 to the present day. It features a World War II Avenger Torpedo Bomber, a 1947 Studebaker, a piece of the Berlin Wall, and precise replicas of President Bush’s Oval Office, Camp David office and White House Situation Room.

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3) Explore nature at Lick Creek Park

Spanning more than 500 acres, Lick Creek Park offers hiking trails, picnic areas, and opportunities for bird watching. The Lick Creek Greenway takes walkers, runners, and bikers through meadows and alongside creeks, which come alive with tons of colorful wildflowers in the spring. Grab a flora and fauna guide from the visitor’s center and see what you can find!

4) Check out the local arts scene at The Theatre Company

With recent productions including Les Misérables, The Little Mermaid, and The Rocky Horror Show, The Theatre Company is a community theater known for its colorful productions. These local performers will give you a night out that you’re sure to remember.

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5) Get a taste of the Brazos Valley Farmers Market

Wake up early on a Saturday morning and get yourself to the Brazos Valley Farmers Market, located in nearby Bryan. The farmers market features fresh produce, homebaked delicacies, and locally made crafts. You’ll get to experience the bounty that comes from Texas agriculture in Brazos Valley!

6) Mountain bike around Lake Bryan

Only a 20-minute drive from College Station, located in nearby Bryan, Lake Bryan is an ideal place to get outside and enjoy nature. You can hike, boat, and fish on the lake, but one of the most popular activities here is mountain biking. If you’re brand new to the sport, you can even take a Beginning Mountain Biking course from Texas A&M University’s Physical Education Activity Program (PEAP). Time to gear up and get outside!

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7) Reflect at the Bonfire Memorial

2024 marked the 25th anniversary of the Aggie Bonfire collapse, which tragically killed 11 students and 1 former student in 1999. Students were setting up the annual bonfire to celebrate their rivalry against the University of Texas football team when 5,000 logs used to build the bonfire toppled, killing those 12 students. The memorial honors those who were lost that day.

8) Take in a game at Olsen Field at Blue Bell Park

Blue Bell Park is the home of the Texas A&M baseball team. It opened in 1978 and underwent major renovations between 2011 and 2012. Fans say, “It is a beautiful venue – it would put many AAA ballparks to shame.” Take yourself out to the ball game, why don’t you?

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9) Check out free, local art at the Benjamin Knox Gallery

The Benjamin Knox Gallery is a free art gallery open to the public that also offers framing services. A former professor of art and design at Texas A&M, Knox opened his gallery in 1993 at the age of 23, making it the first artist-owned gallery in the area.

10) Watch world-class hoop shooters at Reed Arena

Reed Arena plays host to the men’s and women’s basketball and volleyball teams at Texas A&M University. With the amenities of an NBA arena and all the atmosphere of a collegiate setting makes for a thrilling night out watching a game. Fans say, “This place is just amazing. I have been living in College Station for 6 years and have never seen a stadium quite like this one.”

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11) Cheer on the Aggies at Kyle Field

It’s been said that Kyle Field is one of the most intimidating venues for other sports teams to face on the road. That’s not a surprise. After Kyle Field got a facelift, it drew more than 100,000 fans for all seven home games of the 2014 football season, including the stadium record of 110,633 fans at the Ole Miss game. Whether or not you’re a fan of college football, it’s undeniable that Kyle Field is one of the biggest attractions in College Station—you’ll definitely want to get there for a game!

12) Take in the ambience and events at Veterans Park and Memorial

“Athletes, coaches, and spectators have long considered College Station’s Veterans Park & Athletic Complex to be a premier venue for local, regional and national tournaments,” . The park features 13 multi-purpose fields, five natural grass softball fields, and a walking and biking loop around the park. Tucked away in the park is also the 12-acre Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial, including life-sized statues, a Wall of Honor, interpretive panels, and memorial sites.

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13) Enjoy a fine whiskey cocktail

Partake in the area’s collection of high-end whiskey and cocktail bars and enjoy some quality spirits. Check out places like the 1791 Whiskey Bar, Rough Draught Whiskey Bar, and the Sage Roots Cocktail Company all offer refined spaces to sit back, imbibe, and savor some whiskey from the Lone Star State.

14) Sam Houston National Forest

If you want to check out the great outdoors, you don’t need to venture far from College Station. The Sam Houston National Forest is one of the four national forests located in Texas. Enjoy the 128-mile Lone Star Hiking Trail, where backpackers can also enjoy primitive camping off of the trail or designated campsites. You can also take in the “rich ecological mosaic” in the Little Creek Lake Wilderness area, where three creek drainages combine to make for some spectacular flora and fauna. Camp, canoe, paddleboat, fish, hunt—what else can you ask for?

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15) Shop for vintage clothes

If the great outdoors aren’t really your thing and you’d rather go hunting for clothing, check out the burgeoning vintage scene in College Station. Instagram offers information about pop-ups from groups like and , which might just have the next throwback look you’re looking for!

16) Check out the Northgate District

The Northgate District is the perfect spot for your next night out on the town in College Station. It’s where food, drinks, fun, and Aggie Spirit collide! Check out hot spots like 12 Rooftop Bar & Lounge, The Backyard, Cedar Lane, Chimy’s, Commander’s Cove, and the Draconian Lounge. There are —don’t forget to dry out when you’re done!

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17) Check out the Northgate District

We all know that everything’s bigger in Texas. So it shouldn’t be a surprise that you’re going to eat well in College Station—and get a meal that won’t disappoint. The top rated restaurants in College Station include: The Republic Steakhouse, Napa Flats Wood-Fired Kitchen, Stella Southern Cafe, Fish Daddy’s Grill House, Casa Mangiare, Casa do Brasil, Hullabaloo Diner, Porters Dining and Butcher, Luigi’s Patio Ristorante, and 1860 Italia. Get out there and try something new!

18) Honor American servicemembers at the Museum of the American GI

The of the Museum of the American GI states that the museum is “a living history museum dedicated to preserving the equipment, uniforms and memories of the American Serviceman and Servicewoman. Our aim is to promote the knowledge and appreciation of the US Military and the men and women who served our country.” The museum preserves and maintains the original operating quality of the equipment used by the American military so that the public can “see the equipment move under its own power.” Memories and uniforms of service members are on display to honor their service and sacrifice. 

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19) Take a tour back in time at the Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site

The Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site is the 293-acre park where the Texas Declaration of Independence was signed. The declaration was signed in 1836 and created a new nation out of the state that is now considered Texas. Texas changed its status from a country to a state within the United States in 1845. The historic site is a unique location that tells the story of this period of time in our nation’s development in the Star of the Republic Museum. The historic site also includes the Barrington Living History Farm and the homestead of Texas’ final president, Anson Jones. Plan to cap off your day with a picnic along the Brazos River. The Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site is just a 45-minute drive outside of College Station.

20) Take a sip at the Tasting Room at the Messina Hof Estate Winery

The Messina Hof Estate Winery has been delighting wine lovers in the Brazos Valley since 1977. You can savor one of their award-winning wines, indulge in a luxurious overnight stay on the winery grounds, or enjoy a world-class culinary experience. Messina Hof produces wine with 100% Texas grapes and boasts six generations of wine-making experience. Wine lovers can book a private tour of the vineyard, dine at the Vintage House Restaurant, and then tuck in for a private stay at The Villa B&B. Sounds like a great weekend to me!

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