Ring in 2026 the Brazos Valley Way
Whether you’re looking to dance into the New Year, sip champagne with friends, enjoy live music, or keep things low-key with family-friendly activities, College Station and Bryan are packed with ways to celebrate the arrival of 2026. From late-night parties to relaxed New Year’s Day outings, here’s your go-to guide for what’s happening around BCS.
New Year’s Eve Nightlife
There are countless ways to enjoy the holidays with the whole family this month:
- Yesterdays – Dec. 31
- DJ Stein spinning all night, complimentary champagne toast at midnight, and kitchen open until 1:00 AM. NYE Drink Specials
- New Year’s Eve Casino Night at Hershel’s at The Stella Hotel – Dec. 31st
- 🎟Tickets Required – $75
- The LaSalle Hotel – Dec. 31st @ 8pm – 12am
- 🎟Live Music, Festive Ball Drop and Appetizers. Tickets are required.
- Hush & Whisper Distillery New Year’s Eve Ball Drop Party – Dec. 31 @ 7pm-12am
- Music, Cocktails, Best Dressed Contest & Champagne at Midnight.
- New Year’s Eve Party at The Boiler Room – Dec. 31 @ 8pm – 12am
- 🎟Tickets Required – $50
- New Year’s Eve at The 101 – Dec. 31 @ 9PM – 2AM
- New Year’s Eve Party with Josh Calvin & 183 South Band – Dec. 31 @9:45pm
- Free Champagne Toast at Midnight & Fireworks.
- New Year’s Eve Party at Block T Bar at Texas A&M Hotel – Dec. 31 @ 9pm – 12am
- Champagne Toast at Midnight, ½ Price Appetizers from 9-11pm, drink specials and more.
- NYE at Good Bull – Dec. 31st
- Tables for only $60 while availability lasts
- New Year’s Celebration at Reveille Rooftop – Dec. 31st @ 8pm
- DJ JazzyStyle, Cocktails, and Champagne Toast!
- Rodger Creager’s Piano Bar Show at The Tap – Dec. 31st @ 7pm
- 🎟Tickets Required
Family Friendly
There are countless ways to enjoy the holidays with the whole family this month:
- Boots & Bling at Grand Station – Dec. 31st @7:45pm – 12:45am
- Just $24.95 per person – Available ALL DAY
- Noon Year’s Eve at Century Square – Dec. 31st @ 11am – 1pm
- Dance with the DJ, lawn games, free face painting and a balloon artist, NOON capped off with Bubbles. Free and Open to all.
- NYE at Momentum Church BCS – Dec. 31st @9pm
- Dinner, Worship & Word, and Fireworks
Dinners
- 2025 NYE Dinner at The Dean – Dec. 31 @7pm – 9pm
- Five Course Dinner at The Dean and finish the night off at the Revielle Rooftop for a Midnight Toast.
- The George NYE Party – Dec. 31
- NYE Package with accommodations for two, a food and beverage credit to 1791 Whiskey Bar, party favors, and a late check out.
- Casa Do Brasil NYE Dinner – Dec. 31
- Lunch 11am – 3pm & Dinner 4pm – 9:30pm* Complimentary Glass of Champagne
- Live Music from 6pm-9pm
- De Baca Steakhouse NYE Dinner – Dec. 31
- Different Packages for a Romantic Night out! Fun, Boozy, Non-Boozy, and General Admission Packages are available as well.
New Years Day Events
- Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy – Chapter Two – Jan. 1st & 2nd @ 6pm & 8PM
- 🎟 Tickets Needed. Brazos Cotton Exchange
- First Friday – Jan. 2nd @ 5pm
- Downtown Bryan
- TAMU Womens Basketball vs. Oklahoma – Jan 1st @ 7pm – 9pm
- 🎟 Start the New Year at Reed Arena!
Final Tips & Reminders
- Dress warm — Texas winters love to surprise us
- Arrive early — NYE events fill up fast
- Bring cash — some vendors are cash-only
- Support local — every sip, shop, and stop matters
- Take photos — December memories are worth keeping
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From champagne toasts and live music to family-friendly celebrations and New Year’s Day fun, ringing in the New Year in College Station & Bryan is something special. Whether you’re celebrating big or keeping it low-key, there’s a perfect way to welcome 2026.
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