By Grace Skrabanek, Visit College Station Marketing Coordinator
Thanks to large-scale events such as the Mexico vs. Brazil soccer match, the NCAA Baseball Super Regional, the George Strait concert, and the U.S. Junior Olympic Track & Field Championships, College Station was recently named one of the nation’s fastest-growing travel destinations.Â
But incredible events are just part of the College Station experience. The Heart of Aggieland is renowned for its timeless traditions, fabulous food, and indomitable spirit. Here are five time-tested suggestions to make the most of your visit to our nationally recognized community.
1. First Stop: Brunch
A delicious meal is the best way to start your day in Aggieland. From chicken and waffles to shrimp and grits, our top brunch spots are guaranteed to satisfy your palate.
2. Unique Merch
A unifying element in The Heart of Aggieland® is Aggie maroon. Aggieland Outfitters, Hullabaloo Ave, Maroon U, and The Warehouse @ C.C. Creations are among the most popular stops for essential apparel, accessories, and more.
3. Entertaining Live Music
The Front Porch at Century Square features live music by talented local and regional artists on Friday and Saturday nights and Sunday afternoons as you enjoy refreshing drinks and savory delights from surrounding restaurants. The free events are pet and kid-friendly.
Other live music venues include The Tap, O’Bannon’s Taphouse, and the Canteen Bar & Grill. Stay updated about our live music events at visit.cstx.gov/events.
4. Historic Northgate
One of the oldest and most revered Aggie traditions is Northgate, a vibrant and energetic entertainment district that dates to the 1930s. As A&M rapidly expanded, students and faculty needed a place to eat, drink, and be merry.
No weekend trip is complete without a stop in famous establishments such as the Dixie Chicken, The Corner Bar and Rooftop Grill, or Chimy’s to absorb a piece of history – and some tasty food!
5. Memorable Photo Ops
Document your memorable visit to College Station at these 10 picture-perfect photo op locations. Tag us @visitcstx to be featured on our page!
For more information on events and activities, contact Visit College Station at 979-764-2625 or visitCS@cstx.gov.
Enjoy an unforgettable summer in The Heart of Aggieland!
About the Blogger
Grace Skrabanek is in her first year as a marketing coordinator for Visit College Station. She was previously a member of the social media and marketing team at Ronin Farms and Restaurant. She earned a bachelor’s degree in communication from Texas A&M in 2023.
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