Upcoming events
Downtown Bryan Holiday Stroll and Lighted Parade
Enjoy free, family-friendly holiday fun in Bryan, Texas! Stroll around Historic Downtown Bryan for an evening of holiday cheer, merriment, and even mark off some of your holiday shopping list!
See us at the parade!
First Friday
You’ll find us in Downtown Bryan every First Friday! We’re usually in the main section, but if space runs out for nonprofits, we set up in the lot between Jordan Lofts and Blackwater Draw. Check our Instagram story to see where we are this month!
Queer Book Club
The Carabiner Collections Queer Book Club is a free space for everyone to explore what queer literature means to us. Some months will have a designated book for review and other months will have a theme for discussion.
This space is wheelchair accessible — everyone is welcome and encouraged to be part of this community.
And stick around afterward for a the drag-burlesque show downstairs at 10pm!
Book: Lavender House by Lev A.C. Rosen
The Black Flame Drag Show and Vendor Market
Experience good drag, shop local, and be a part of our evergrowing LGBTQ+ community!
College Station Christmas Parade
Be dazzled by beautifully decorated floats, cheerful music, and the spirit of the holidays in Aggieland!
The Black Flame Drag Show and Vendor Market
Hosted by local drag queen, Melaka Mystika! All ages and pets welcome.
Queer Book Club
The Carabiner Collections Queer Book Club is a free space for everyone to explore what queer literature means to us. Some months will have a designated book for review and other months will have a theme for discussion.
The Black Flame Drag Show and Vendor Market
Hosted by local drag queen, Melaka Mystika! All ages and pets welcome.
Queer Book Club
The Carabiner Collections Queer Book Club is a free space for everyone to explore what queer literature means to us. Some months will have a designated book for review and other months will have a theme for discussion.
The Black Flame Drag Show and Vendor Market
Hosted by local drag queen, Melaka Mystika! All ages and pets welcome.
Queer Book Club
We’re excited to officially announce the Queer Book Club! For our first meet-up, there’s no designated book to read or review — just a free space for everyone to explore what queer literature means to us. Can’t wait to see you there!
And stick around afterward for a drag show downstairs!
This space is wheelchair accessible — everyone is welcome and encouraged to be part of this community!
Pride Book Fair
We’re excited to host the Pride Book Fair, celebrating LGBTQIA+ stories and voices! The event will feature entirely LGBTQIA+ books, author readings/signings, drag performances, community resources, and vendors. It’s a space for connection, affirmation, and resistance against the censorship of banned books. For more details on the Pride Book Fair visit our webpage: https://www.carabinercollections.org/pride-book-fair
Pride Showcase by Mr. Kat Band
Join us at the Pride Showcase for music at the 101! Doors open at 8 pm and music starts at 9pm. There is a $5 cash or $8 card cover.
Pride Kickoff Party
Join us at the Pride Community Center’s kickoff of Brazos Valley Pride Weekend at the 101!
The Black Flame Drag Show and Vendor Market
Doors at 2pm and drag show at 5pm. No cover. All ages and pets welcome.
PCC Annual Barbeque
Join Pride Community Center on April 26th for the Annual BBQ! For many years, Pride Community Center has offered an annual picnic or BBQ to bring community members together to eat and have fun together. Be part of a tradition of potlucks and BBQ’s that bring together queer people and allies from across the Brazos Valley. This year, on April 26th, 2025, we will move our annual BBQ to the springtime for cooler weather and a greater atmosphere for the community of all ages. The 101 on South Texas Avenue in Bryan has agreed to be our venue for this event on April 26th from noon till 5pm.
The Black Flame Drag Show and Vendor Market
Doors at 2pm and drag show at 5pm. No cover. All ages and pets welcome.
Draggieland
Come join us in the Exhibition Hall of Rudder at Texas A&M University for the Draggieland Pre-Show Faire! This event will be indoors so the bookmobile will not be there, but a limited collection of books will be offered.
The Black Flame Drag Show and Vendor Market
Doors at 2pm and drag show at 3pm. No cover. All ages and pets welcome.
TAMU YDSA Informational Talk
YDSA is hosting a Gender Affirming Care Informational event this Wednesday, February 19th at HECC 108 from 5:30 to 7:30. Attend to hear from various speakers (including us!) and learn more about GAC itself as well as YDSA's campaign efforts. We hope to see y'all there!