Community Events

Explore the night sky with educational booths, games and guided stargazing led by the Brazos Valley Astronomy Club. Light, galactically themed refreshments are served. This is a come-and-go event. Parking is limited on-site, but additional spaces are available at the equestrian lot.

Celebrate the life of the monarch butterfly Saturday, March 28, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Gary Halter Nature Center with hands-on activities and exploration at Lick Creek Park. The event is free and open to all ages.

Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day Saturday, May 9, from 8 to 11 a.m. at the Gary Halter Nature Center with family-friendly activities, including birding tours, games, educational booths, story time, animal ambassadors, and seed garden giveaways. The event is free and open to all ages.

For more than two decades, the popular Starlight Music Series has attracted music lovers for free, family-friendly entertainment under the stars at the beautiful Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater (1015 Colgate Drive).

The I Heart America Celebration at Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater is the City of College Station’s official Independence Day event, presented by Xfinity. Bring your friends and family to enjoy music and a spectacular fireworks display. Stay tuned for more information on 2025's celebration.

October in College Station is shaping up to be spooktacular, with a frightful lineup of fun Halloween events for all ages. Whether you’re looking to scream at a haunted hike, relax with a movie under the stars, or score treats at a family festival, we have a spooky event for you!

Celebrate Christmas with College Station. See what events we have going on this Holiday Season. 

Enjoy uplifting music and inspiration as the community comes together under this year’s theme, “Mission Possible II: Re-Building Communities Together,” celebrating Dr. King’s lifelong work promoting equality, understanding and healing, and his vision that even the most impossible goals can be achieved together.