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Spring Fun in BCS: Best Events & Activities for Families

Enjoy the Spring weather before the Summer Heat Hits!

By Jennifer Geidel MacaroniKID Publisher April 10, 2025

Spring is here, and that means Bryan & College Station are blooming with family-friendly fun!
From outdoor festivals to farmers' markets and playground adventures, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy the season.
Whether you’re searching for the best places to see the bluebonnets, a weekend festival, or kid-friendly hikes, Macaroni KID BCS has your go-to guide for making the most of spring in the area!
Come out and enjoy the comfortable weather now!

🌳 Outdoor Adventures in BCS

Looking for ways to enjoy the sunshine? Check out these great outdoor family-friendly activities in Bryan & College Station:

Best places to see spring Bluebonnets flowers in BCS: 

  • The Bluebonnets are out! 
    PLEASE BE SAFE & DO NOT STOP ON THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY or Trespass onto Private Properties!!!
    Where to find a few patches: TBA
    Please try your best not to trample the flowers so others have a chance to take pretty pictures too!

Kid-friendly hiking trails in BCS: 

Spring festivals happening in BCS: 

Best playgrounds and parks in BCS:  

  • Publishers Favorite Park: Stephen C. Beachy Central Park this park includes a Splash Pad, Double Gates with Fenced in Playground and Inclusive Play Equipment! Features a pond with catch and release (unfenced area) Paved walking and Bike Path and MORE!

Spring Events in BCS

From community festivals to outdoor concerts, here are all the family-friendly events happening in BCS this spring:

📅 April 12th-13th & April 19th
🎉 Whiskers & Wags Fest April 12, 2025 + Whiskers & Wags Fest April 13, 2025

🎉  Eats & Beats April 19, 2025

📅 April 26th
🎉 The Gardens Hullabloom Fest April 26, 2025
🎉 41st Annual WINE & ROSES Festival April 26, 2025

📅 MAY EVENTS
🎉 Official Troubadour Festival - PreParty May 16, 2025

🎉 TROUBADOUR Festival May 17, 2025

🎉 College Station Margarita Festival By: Patron Tequila May 17, 2025

Know of a family-friendly spring event in Bryan & College Station we're missing? 
Submit your event here! 

New events are being announced throughout the season! Check the Calendar for updates.


Farmers’ Markets in BCS

Spring means fresh produce, local vendors, and fun community markets! Here’s where to find farmers' markets in BCS:

NOTE: Most of these markets are repeated weekly or monthly. Always check weather and cancelations prior to attending any event.


🌞 Want More Spring Fun in BCS?

Don’t miss out on all the family-friendly activities happening this spring! Subscribe to Macaroni KID BCS today to make sure you don't miss out on all the fun this spring season!


Know of a family-friendly spring event in BCS we're missing? 
Submit your event here!