The best things to do in Bryan

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NerdVana Vintage Arcade & Toys

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Relive your joystick glory at NerdVana Vintage Arcade & Toys, a retro game room stacked with classic cabinets plus a shop full of vintage…

Post Oak Mall, 1500 Harvey Rd #9008 (College Station)

“Relive your joystick glory at NerdVana Vintage Arcade & Toys, a retro game room stacked with classic cabinets plus a shop full of vintage games, toys, and comic memorabilia. Grab friends or kids, book a party room, and let 8-bit nostalgia do the heavy lifting for your next win of a weekend.”

From the Brazos Valley newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Traditions Club

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Looking for a legit home course feel? Traditions Club pairs a Jack Nicklaus and Jack Nicklaus II design with serene Turkey Creek views and…

3131 Club Dr

“Looking for a legit home course feel? Traditions Club pairs a Jack Nicklaus and Jack Nicklaus II design with serene Turkey Creek views and the same turf the Texas A&M golf teams call home. Book a lesson at the Golf Academy, then go stripe it like you mean it.”

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PopStroke

Entertainment

Casual venue with 2 18-hole putting courses, bars, game area, and ice cream parlor, plus late-night food.

255 Ball St (College Station)

“Casual venue with 2 18-hole putting courses, bars, game area, and ice cream parlor, plus late-night food.”

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The Golf Club at Texas A&M

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University campus 18 hole, par 71 golf course opened in 1951 with a driving range & practice area.

1 Bizzell St (College Station)

“University campus 18 hole, par 71 golf course opened in 1951 with a driving range & practice area.”

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Padlock Escape Games: College Station

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Padlock Escape Games: College Station is the original escape room spot in BCS, and their 60-minute puzzles are perfect when the group chat…

707 Texas Ave #102E (College Station)

“Padlock Escape Games: College Station is the original escape room spot in BCS, and their 60-minute puzzles are perfect when the group chat needs an actual activity.”

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Pebble Creek Country Club

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Seated dining packages and golf fairways are among the options at this country club, known for its friendly staff.

4500 Pebble Creek Pkwy (College Station)

“Seated dining packages and golf fairways are among the options at this country club, known for its friendly staff.”

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Cinemark College Station and XD

Entertainment

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

1401 Earl Rudder Fwy (College Station)

“Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.”

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Miramont Country Club

Entertainment

Private country club featuring a Robert Trent Jones II golf course, tennis courts, and a grand clubhouse.

1 Miramont Blvd

“Private country club featuring a Robert Trent Jones II golf course, tennis courts, and a grand clubhouse.”

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Escape Room BCS

Entertainment

Escape rooms of varying difficulty levels are offered, plus private events, group activities.

907 Harvey Rd A&B (College Station)

“Escape rooms of varying difficulty levels are offered, plus private events, group activities.”

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Phillips Event Center and Maddens casual gourmet

Entertainment

Golf facility with a bar and grill, tennis courts, and driving range, plus event space.

1929 Country Club Dr

“Golf facility with a bar and grill, tennis courts, and driving range, plus event space.”

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Grand Station Entertainment

Entertainment

Sprawling family center offering bowling, laser tag & mini-golf plus a banquet room & food court.

2400 Earl Rudder Fwy S (College Station)

“Sprawling family center offering bowling, laser tag & mini-golf plus a banquet room & food court.”

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Star Cinema Grill

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Recliner-seat, stadium-style movie theater, offering food and drink service and popcorn.

1037 University Dr (College Station)

“Recliner-seat, stadium-style movie theater, offering food and drink service and popcorn.”

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