Posts by Kelli Nesbitt, Parks & Recreation Marketing Coordinator

To combat the danger of drowning, the College Station Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a free 30-minute session of The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson™ on Thursday, June 25, at 12:30 p.m. at Adamson Lagoon. The lesson is open to swimmers of all ages and experience levels.

The countdown is on! The 2026 Summer Games of Texas will return to premier sports venues across College Station and Bryan from July 30-Aug. 2. The 11-sport event is open to Texans of all ages and skill levels. Registration deadlines vary by sport.

College Station Parks and Recreation invites you to learn, connect, and commemorate the Juneteenth holiday through three special community programs on June 17-18. Both June 18 events will feature Cedric Watson, a four-time Grammy-nominated fiddler, singer, accordionist, and songwriter.

A quieter kind of splash is coming to College Station this summer! The Parks and Recreation Department is introducing monthly Sensory-Friendly Swim Nights at Cindy Hallaran Pool — a calm, inclusive swimming experience designed for families and individuals seeking a low-stimulation environment.

Summer swim season is officially here! The City of College Station’s Adamson Lagoon and Cindy Hallaran Pool open for the season on Saturday, offering the perfect escape to cool off, relax poolside, or splash down the slides. Admission is $7 at Adamson Lagoon and $4 at Cindy Hallaran Pool, with children 2 and under free. Discount passes help everyone join in the fun.

As the Texas heat moves in, there’s no better place to be than the water. But water activities carry real risks, particularly for young children and inexperienced swimmers. Registration for City of College Station swim lessons is open for ages 6 months and older. We also offer private and adaptive instruction to ensure everyone in our community can thrive in the water.

The Parks & Recreation Department’s Summer Recreation Connection Activity Guide is your go-to resource for camps, swim lessons, fitness classes, sports, and community events for all ages. From trying something new to staying active or spending time with family and friends, there’s something for everyone this summer.

The World Migratory Bird Day campaign highlights the importance of protecting migratory birds and their habitats. College Station is recognized as a Bird City for its conservation efforts and joins cities and towns worldwide participating in the celebration.

For two decades, the Starlight Music Series has attracted music lovers for free, family-friendly entertainment under the stars each spring at the Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater. The tradition continues in 2026 with a trio of Saturday concerts featuring country, classic rock, and Tejano artists. The series opens on April 25, followed by shows on May 30 and June 13.

The worldwide City Nature Challenge, set for April 24–27, invites you to contribute to a shared scientific record. Residents across Brazos, Burleson, Grimes, Lee, Madison and Robertson counties are encouraged to document local wildlife using the free iNaturalist app.