Rainy Weekend Ahead — Here’s What’s Happening in Aggieland
Good morning, Aggieland. This weekend will be a rainy one, so keep your raincoats close by.
In today’s Aggieland Now:
Christmas Lights turning on
Mary Poppins
High School Football Playoffs
“Some people feel the rain. Others just get wet.” — Bob Marley
REFERRAL PROGRAM
Lights On! at Downtown Bryan
🎄 Downtown Bryan is getting festive with their annual "Lights On!" holiday celebration this Friday, November 21st from 5-10 PM. The free community event kicks off the holiday season with a special tree-lighting ceremony at Sale Park at 5:40 PM. Families can enjoy live music throughout the evening and capture holiday memories at photo backdrops set up around the downtown area. Santa Claus himself will be making a special appearance at 110 South Main Street, ready to hear Christmas wishes from children of all ages.
WHAT’S HAPPENIN’
Texas A&M Singing Cadets Concert
🎵 The Texas A&M Singing Cadets will be bringing their harmonious voices to campus with a free concert in the Memorial Student Center's Flag Room on November 21st from 5-6pm. Families are warmly invited to attend this special performance by the university's beloved men's choral group, affectionately known as the "Voice of Aggieland." The Flag Room, located at 275 Joe Routt Blvd, provides the perfect intimate setting to experience these talented young men showcase their musical abilities. This hour-long concert offers the community a wonderful opportunity to enjoy quality entertainment while experiencing a cherished Aggie tradition.
Mary Poppins – The Musical
🌂 The Theatre Company of B/CS invites audiences to experience the magic of Disney's "Mary Poppins" at 125 South Texas Avenue this weekend. This practically perfect musical adaptation, based on P.L. Travers' books and the beloved Disney film, will be performed Friday at 7 PM with tickets ranging from $12-23, plus a Saturday matinee. Audiences can expect an enchanting mixture of irresistible storytelling, unforgettable songs, breathtaking dance numbers, and astonishing stagecraft that earned the Broadway production nominations for nine Olivier and seven Tony Awards. Don't miss this supercalifragilisticexpialidocious musical adventure that captured hearts on Broadway for over 2,500 performances!
Jason Boland & The Stragglers
🤠 Get ready to stomp your boots at the Palace Theater as Jason Boland & The Stragglers bring their Last Kings of Babylon Tour to the outdoor stage at 105 South Main Street this Friday. This red-dirt country music experience promises authentic sounds and thoughtful storytelling from one of the most respected acts in the Texas music scene. Tickets for this can't-miss performance start at just $25 and can be purchased through Outhouse Tickets. Round up your friends and head downtown for a night under the stars with one of country music's most genuine voices!
Brazos County Farmers’ Market
🍅 The Brazos County Farmers' Market returns to Midtown Park this Saturday, November 22nd, from 8am to noon. Local farmers will be gathering at 206 W Villa Maria Road to connect directly with community members while sharing their freshly harvested bounty. Beyond just shopping, visitors can learn about regional farming practices and pick up tips on food preparation from the experts themselves. It's a wonderful opportunity to support local agriculture, discover seasonal offerings, and meet the people who grow your food right here in Brazos County.
WEATHER
Thursday
81 🌡️ 70 | ☁️ | 0 % | 💨 10 mph
Friday
79 🌡️ 67 | ⛈️ | 75 % | 💨 7 mph
Saturday
78 🌡️ 63 | ⛈️ | 40 % | 💨 4 mph
Sunday
77 🌡️ 63 | 🌧️ | 60 % | 💨 10 mph
LOCAL SPORTS
TAMU
🏈 Aggie Football: The Aggie football team takes on Samford at Kyle Field starting at 11am. The forecast looks rainy, so bring your jacket!
🏀 Men’s Basketball: The Aggie men’s basketball team held off a late comeback to beat Montana 86-81 on Tuesday night.
🏀 Women’s Basketball: The Aggie women’s team takes on UT Arlington in the North Shore Showcase in Hawai‘i on Saturday at 10:30 PM CT.
High School Sports
🏀 Basketball Results
College Station (boys basketball) – 81–72 win vs Huntsville — The Cougars pushed the pace and closed strong at home.
College Station (girls basketball) – 48–40 win vs A&M Consolidated — The Lady Cougars locked down defensively in the fourth quarter to seal it.
A&M Consolidated (boys basketball) – 54–51 win vs Midway; 66–53 loss vs Harker Heights — Consol split the week and now turns attention to the rivalry game.
Bryan (boys basketball) – 63–53 loss vs Lake Creek — The Vikings hung around early but couldn’t keep pace late.
🏈 Football – This Weekend’s Playoff Games
A&M Consolidated – vs Port Arthur Memorial, Friday 7 p.m., Abshier Stadium (Deer Park) — The Tigers look to extend their playoff run against an unbeaten Memorial squad.
College Station – vs Beaumont United, Friday 7 p.m., Maddry Stadium (Channelview) — The Cougars aim to keep their postseason momentum rolling.
Navasota – vs Bridge City, Friday, Stallworth Stadium (Baytown) — The Rattlers ride a dominant first-round win into the area round.
Brenham – vs Liberty Hill, Friday, Memorial Stadium (Hutto) — The Cubs face a physical Liberty Hill team in a key 5A area matchup.
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