July Events in Bryan-College Station

Summer is officially in full swing in the Brazos Valley, and July is bringing the heat in more ways than one. Whatever you’re looking to do, whether that’s catching some holiday fireworks, jamming out to live Texas country music, or escaping the afternoon sun at a unique indoor community gathering, Bryan and College Station have plenty of ways to keep your calendar full. Grab your favorite sunglasses; here’s your go-to guide for events happening around BCS this July!

Fourth of July Celebrations

• Aggieland Safari: All day
• George Bush Library: From 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
• PopStroke Market: From 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
• Firecracker 5k: At 7:00 AM at Century Square
• Red, White, and Splash: From 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM at Adamson Lagoon
• I Heart America Celebration: From 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM, featuring Josh Abbott at Wolf Pen Creek Park
• Red, White, and Blue: 4th of July on the Rooftop: At 8:00 PM at Reveille Rooftop Bar
• Firework Show: At dark at The Beer Joint

Entertainment and Nightlife

• Live Music with Colton Mortensen: July 3 at 7:00 PM at Stage 12
• Outdoor Bachata Vibes: July 3 from 9:30 PM to 12:00 AM, featuring a free class at Station Park
• Live Music with Ricky Montijo: July 10 at 7:00 PM at Stage 12
• Lucas Jagneaux live: July 10 at 7:00 PM at The Palace
• Live Music with Tyler Tillman: July 17 at 7:00 PM at Stage 12
• Tejas Comedy Showcase: July 17 at 8:00 PM at the Palace Theatre
• Eats and Beats Summer Concert Series: July 25 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Lake Walk

Markets and Shopping

• Market on the Green: July 11 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Century Square
• July Vendor Market: July 17 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Hotel McCoy
• The Summer Collective: July 17 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Urban Optics

Family and Outdoors

• 18th Annual Community Softball Classic: July 1 at 4:30 PM at Travis Fields
• Kids Yoga Summer Series: July 1 and every Wednesday at 8:30 AM at Wolf Pen Creek Park
• Independence Day Pool Party: July 3, all day at KOA Holiday
• Mornings with Mommy: July 3 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church
• Bikes and Coffee: July 11 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM at Aggieland Cycling
• Rec Sports Centennial Celebration: July 11, all day at the Rec Center
• DSABV Summer Bash: July 12 at 1:00 PM at the Bryan Aquatic Center
• Movie Night watching Spider-Man: July 16 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Century Square
• Mini-Golf Social Bike Ride: July 16 at 7:00 PM at Aggieland Cycling
• Sensory Friendly Swim Night: July 17 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Cindy Hallaran Pool
• Movie Night watching The GOAT: July 17 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at ILTexas
• BV Family Expo 2026: July 18 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Brazos Center
• Fidget Trading Night: July 21 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Chick-fil-A Bryan Briarcrest

Unique Experiences

• Cats and Cosmos: July 9 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Hyperbole Bookstore
• Summer Glow Event: July 21 from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at Empowerment Med
• KinderHill Anniversary and Cookie Swap: July 25 from 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM at KinderHill Brew Lab
• Magical Murder Mystery Dinner: July 25 from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM at Messina Hof Winery

Final Tips and Reminders

• Hydrate continuously: July in Texas is famously scorching, so keep a water bottle handy for all outdoor festivities.
• Arrive early: Holiday events and weekend markets get crowded fast, so give yourself extra time for parking.
• Secure your spots: Several of the experiences listed will require tickets or reservations in advance, so be prepared ahead of time in case they sell out.

Don’t see your event? Message us to be added to the feature! From holiday firework displays and local pop-up markets to live country music, spending your mid-summer days in College Station and Bryan is always a blast. No matter how you choose to celebrate, there are lots of great ways to experience July. Don’t forget to follow @AroundBCS to stay in the loop on all things local!