Fall is here and the students are back in town in College Station! As your local moving company, we know sometimes it takes a while to get into the swing of things. Here are our top 10 local events happening in September!
September 3rd to 7th, 2015
Texas Shootout and US Olympic Archery Team Trials
College Station, TX
400 archers are registered to compete in the final event of the United States Archery Team Series on Sept. 4-5. The Texas Shootout will be the final chance for U.S. archers to earn points for national ranking. On Sept. 6-7, the top 16 male and female recurve archers will compete in the first nomination shoot for the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The U.S. Olympic Team Trials will feature several archery superstars: 2012 Olympic men’s team silver medalists Brady Ellison, Jake Kaminski, and Jacob Wukie; 5-time Olympian and Olympic bronze medalist Khatuna Lorig, who taught Jennifer Lawrence archery for her role in “The Hunger Games”; and Texas A&M graduate and Olympic silver medalist Victor Wunderle.
September 4th, 2015
First Friday
Bryan, TX
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
First Friday is a monthly event held on the first Friday of each month. First Friday was established in 2005 to showcase a revitalized Downtown Bryan and provide exposure for the merchants. Artists, musicians and non-profits are accepted with careful review. No selling is allowed on sidewalks. Political activities or solicitations are not allowed during First Friday. First Friday is a FREE event open to the public.
September 4th, 2015
Slipknot with Lamb of God and Bullet for my Valentine
Spring, TX
6:30 PM
Known for their attention grabbing image and aggressive live shows, Slipknot is sure to please local metalheads! Get your tickets and grab your clown masks, we’re going to have some fun!
September 5th, 2015
Free Wine Tasting
Royalty Pecan Farms
Caldwell, TX
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Sip while you shop, bring a picnic lunch, or just relax and enjoy the orchard view! Browse their selection of Texas wines and enjoy 3 free tastings. RSVP recommended but not required. Additional tastings are $1 each, with discounts on select wine by the glass. Must be 21 years or older for this event.
September 6th, 2015
Labor Day Weekend Party
College Station, TX
3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Peach Creek Vineyards are celebrating the grand opening of their new tasting room at their Labor Day Weekend Party! Live music provided by Mitch Marcoulier from 5 to 8 p.m. Mitch Marcoulier has spent most of his life in and around music. He grew up in New Hampshire playing in bands, or touring with Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Pat Metheny Group, and a host of others as their audio tech/keyboard tech/sound designer. Then he worked in the LA music/film/TV industry for 20+ years writing and recording/producing songs in my studio for himself and other artists, as well as movie soundtracks. But he has always enjoyed performing live music the most! There will be a $5 cover charge for the music. Chicken spaghetti and garlic bread will be available for purchase starting at 5 while supplies last.
September 11th, 2015
Movies in the Park – The Avengers
College Station, TX
7:00 PM
Bring your blankets, chairs, and coolers to see this superhero adventure. Admission is free! Guests may bring their own refreshments. Coolers must be 48 quarts or smaller. Alcohol and glass containers are not allowed. Concessions will be available for purchase. Pets are welcome, too!
September 12th, 2015
Texas A&M vs. Ball State
College Station, TX
6:00 PM
Cheer on your team as the Aggie football team takes on Ball state on the newly renovated Kyle Field!
September 19th, 2015
Trivia Night
Bryan, TX
7:30 PM
Messina Hof Winery hosts an awesome trivia night every 3rd Saturday. Test your knowledge and win a glass of wine!
September 19th, 2015
Orchard Tour
Royalty Pecan Farms
Caldwell, TX
12:30 PM
Tours of Royalty Pecan Farms include a guided exploration of a true working pecan farm, where you’ll learn about the history of the farm and the inner-workings of the pecan industry, a Texas staple. You’ll have fun cracking pecans, and don’t forget to browse the gift shop and taste some samples!
September 24th, 2015
Waka Flocka
College Station, TX
9:00 PM to 2:00 AM
Start practicing how you “do it with no hands,” and get your tickets to see Waka Flocka live in concert! This is expected to be a sold out show so get your tickets early!
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