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By Kelli Nesbitt, Parks & Recreation Marketing Coordinator
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.
Managed by the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation (TAAF), the massive annual athletic festival is co-hosted by the cities of College Station and Bryan, along with Texas A&M. The twin cities have a long history with the event, having previously hosted in 1988, 1994, 2000, 2014, 2015, 2018, 2019 and 2025.
Beyond the competition, the Olympic-style festival provides a significant economic boost to the local community, cementing the area’s reputation as a premier destination for sports tourism. The 2025 Games attracted more than 7,100 athletes from across the state, generating an estimated $6.5 million for the local economy.
Watch the Games of Texas 2025 Recap Video or view our photo album to see the incredible energy, passion, and community spirit from last year’s events.
Since its debut in San Antonio in 1986, the Games of Texas has grown into the largest amateur sporting event in the Lone Star State, routinely drawing more than 20,000 enthusiastic athletes, coaches, and spectators. The U.S. Olympic Committee has recognized TAAF as an official state games program participant since 1991.
11 Sports, 4 Days of Action
The event is open to Texans of all ages and skill levels. The action kicks off with the official Opening Ceremonies on Friday, July 31, at the Legends Event Center.
Check out when and where your favorite sports are taking place this year:
| Sport | Dates | Venue |
| Archery | Aug. 1 | Brazos County Archery Club |
| Boxing | July 30–Aug. 2 | Hilton College Station and Conference Center |
| Futsal | Aug. 1–2 | Legends Event Center |
| Golf | July 30–31 | The City Course at The Phillips Event Center |
| Horseshoes | Aug. 1 | Sue Haswell Park |
| Pickleball | Aug. 1–2 | Bryan Tennis Center |
| Soccer | July 31–Aug. 1 | Veterans Park and Athletic Complex |
| Swimming | July 30–Aug. 2 | Rec Center Natatorium at Texas A&M |
| Tennis | July 31–Aug. 2 | George P. Mitchell Tennis Center at Texas A&M |
| Track and Field | July 30–Aug. 2 | Merrill Green Stadium at Bryan High School |
| Ultimate Frisbee | Aug. 1–2 | Bryan Regional Athletic Complex |
How to Register
Whether you want to set a personal best on the track or score the winning goal, registration is now live. Visit the official TAAF Games of Texas website to sign up as a competitor. Registration deadlines vary by sport, and some eligibility restrictions apply.
For more information, contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 979-764-3486 or parks@cstx.gov.
About the Blogger
Kelli Nesbitt has served the Parks & Recreation Department for 19 years, including 12 years as marketing coordinator. She also served a year and a half as the marketing and community engagement specialist for the City of Bryan from 2023-25. A Bryan native, Nesbitt earned a bachelor’s degree in health and kinesiology from Sam Houston State.
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