How to Spend the Ultimate Texas A&M Gameday Weekend in Aggieland
Whether you're in town to cheer on the Aggies or a visiting team, there's nothing like gameday at Texas A&M University.
Read on for the ultimate guide to everything that Aggieland has to offer, including historic charm, delicious local restaurants, and unique shops that will give you the full Texas A&M gameday weekend experience.
Upcoming Aggie Games
This Fall, Aggie Football will host SEC opponents Auburn, Mississippi State, Florida, and South Carolina with UTSA, Utah State, and Samford making the trip to Aggieland on the non-conference schedule.
Click here for the full 2025 Texas A&M University Football Season Schedule.
Getting to the Game: Parking & Transportation
Free Gameday Shuttle
One of the easiest ways to get to the game is the free gameday shuttle from Historic Downtown Bryan. The shuttle runs three hours before the game and one hour after the game ends.
Park for free in The City of Bryan and Brazos County parking lots, which will be marked with maroon “Free Game Day Parking” signs, or pay $5 to park in the Roy Kelly Parking Garage. There are also a lot of free parking spaces throughout Historic Downtown Bryan.
The free gameday shuttle runs on a continuous loop to and from Roy Kelly Parking Garage (200 E. 27th St.) in Downtown Bryan and Texas A&M’s Memorial Student Center (MSC) (right next to Kyle Field), on the north side by Simpson Drill Field.
Gameday Parking Near Kyle Field
Parking is available near Kyle Field at several locations, usually starting at $20-25 for parking. You can prepay to reserve your parking spot in some locations, or pay upon arrival at a few limited locations.
For a full list of parking options near Kyle Field, click here.
Gameday on Main
The Palace Theater
Before heading to the game, you'll find plenty of excitement in Historic Downtown Bryan. The Palace Theater has a large screen where you can watch other football games throughout the day before catching the free gameday shuttle to Kyle Field, just a short walk away.
The LaSalle Hotel
Down the street from The Palace, the LaSalle Hotel has food, drinks, and DJ performances during gamedays. On cooler days, you can unwind on their patio, or relax inside at Station 36.
Watch football on outdoor TVs, challenge friends to cornhole and other outdoor games, and take part in free raffles during each home game! Be sure to come back after the game to experience The Boiler Room, the LaSalle's underground speakeasy.
Pre-Game Traditions & Tailgating Tips
Midnight Yell
The night before every home, over 25,000 gather at Kyle Field at midnight to practice their yells for the next day. During this tradition (which dates back to 1931), Texas A&M's Yell Leaders lead the yells and retell stories from Texas A&M's history. At the end of the night, the stadium lights are turned off for a moment so Aggies can kiss their dates.
Gates open at 10:45PM and the event begins at midnight. Whether you're a new Aggie, former student, or a friend stopping by for the game, attending this tradition is sure to be memorable.
March-In
For a full-blown Aggie experience, arrive at least an hour before kickoff to see the Corps of Cadets march-in to the game. The March-In shows off branches of the Corps like the Fightin' Texas Aggie Band, the Parsons Mounted Cavalry, and Reveille X.
March-In routes vary by game to ensure that all fans have the opportunity to see the Corps of Cadets. To find the current March-In route, check the Corps of Cadets website.
Tailgating at Aggie Park
While you're sure to find tailgates all around Kyle Field on gameday, the tailgating at Aggie Park is like no other. It's across the street from Kyle Field, and both free and paid tailgating require reservations in advance.
Visitors who want to snag a free tailgating spot near Kyle Field can participate in the "virtual land rush", which begins at 6 p.m. Sunday evening before the next football game. Virtual land rush will end Tuesday at 5 p.m.
Along with tailgates next to Kyle Field, there's plenty of live music, pop-ups, and other entertainment to enjoy while walking around before heading into the stadium for the game.
Click here to see the Aggie Park tailgating map and participate in the virtual land rush.
Sample Itinerary: The Ultimate Gameday Weekend in Aggieland
Friday
- Arrive in Aggieland
- Check in to your hotel or vacation rental
- Dinner at The Chicken Oil Co.
- Check out First Friday in Downtown Bryan, or head to The Palace for live music or The Queen Theatre for a movie
Saturday
- Gameday brunch at Campfire
- Check out Gameday Central at The Palace Theater
- Catch the free Gameday Shuttle from Downtown Bryan to Kyle Field
- Explore tailgates or the Fan Zone near Kyle Field
- Watch the Texas A&M Corps of Cadets March-In
- Saw 'Em Off at the Texas A&M Football Game at Kyle Field
- Post-game drinks at The Grove or Hush & Whisper Distillery
Sunday
- Grab coffee at Polite Coffee Roasters or Tavo Coffee Co.
- Visit Aggieland Safari on your way back home
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