Good morning, Bryan.

The annual Chilifest music festival begins today near Snook, offering live music and supporting local charities in its 27th year.

New Burleson County sheriff Bill Rios hopes attendees enjoy the event responsibly as it continues through Saturday.

Texas A&M broke ground on its new 80,000 sqft Semiconductor Institute on RELLIS campus — the facility is scheduled to open in spring.

At an April 6 meeting, Bryan ISD detailed a nearly $36M project to replace the Merrill Green stadium fieldhouse and video board, with design wrapping up later this year—video board removal is set for December and demolition will begin next February before a new fieldhouse opens in May 2028.

Bryan city manager and former mayor Andrew Nelson is undergoing treatment for a brain mass found in recent scans.

Mayor Bobby Gutierrez said city work continues uninterrupted as his family (requesting privacy) handles his care.

Defending World Cup champion Argentina and Honduras will play a warm-up match at Kyle Field on June 6 at 7 p.m.—tickets go on sale at 9 a.m. April 15.

The friendly is part of the Road to 26 series and will bring global soccer excitement to College Station.

Brazos Valley Children's Literary Festival

9 AM – 2 PM — Larry J. Ringer Library — Free entry — Celebrate reading with authors, book signings, and creative activities for children.

Lake Walk Wellness Festival

1-4 p.m. — The Pavilion at Lake Walk — Free entry — Celebrate health and community through a fun run, yoga, and a vibrant wellness marketplace.

Half-Baked Presentations at Quinntastic Bites

6-8 p.m. — Quinntastic Bites — Free entry — Engage in a light-hearted debate over the best meal of the day with creative PowerPoint presentations.

KimoKawaii 2026

10 AM – 6 PM — Hilton College Station & Conference Center — Tickets required — Experience a vibrant one-day celebration of anime, art, and fun in College Station.

Gladiator Dash Mud Run

Race Day — Morning to Afternoon — Lake Bryan — Registration info varies — Embrace your inner gladiator and tackle 12 muddy obstacles for a great cause.

Gary P. Nunn Live Concert

7 PM – 1 AM — Palace Theater — Enjoy classic country tunes from the legendary Gary P. Nunn, a true Texas music icon.

Twilight in the Vines

6:30-8 p.m. — Messina Hof Estate Winery — Ticket for two includes wine and artisan food — Experience the enchantment of golden hour in a beautiful vineyard setting.

Peacock Legacy of Hope Golf Tournament

7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Phillips Event Center and Maddens casual gourmet — $150 Green fee per player — Hit the greens for charity while supporting single-mom families in the community.

Drive-In Movie: "Shrek" and "Shrek 2"

6:30-11:30 p.m. — Bryan Regional Athletic Complex — $15 per vehicle — Enjoy a double feature of beloved animated classics under the stars with family-friendly activities.