Your Guide to Holiday Shopping in Bryan, Texas
Get your holiday shopping wrapped up this holiday season when you shop in Historic Downtown Bryan and at all the unique local boutiques & shops throughout Bryan-College Station! Scroll below to read about just some of the top shopping spots in Aggieland!
Follow Destination Bryan on Instagram to keep up with updates on holiday shopping specials, events & plenty of things to do in Bryan, Texas!
Home Decor Gifts
Located right on Main Street in Historic Downtown Bryan, Sparrow Lane is a beautiful shop selling ornate European antiques, home decor, gifts, women's and kid's apparel, and so much more! Whether you're looking for a unique tea towel or couch pillows, Sparrow Lane is the shop to visit.
Follow Sparrow Lane on Instagram!
Filled to the top with unique finds, florals, and collectibles Old Bryan Marketplace is a stunning shop to visit during the holiday season. Offering a variety of items from furniture, kitchen accessories, cocktail kits, bath essentials, and more, you're sure to find a great gift for anyone on your shopping list!
Follow Old Bryan Marketplace on Instagram!
Brought to Historic Downtown Bryan by a family of antiquers, junkers, and lovers of all things old, Bird's Nest Gifts & Antiques is full of home decor, antiques, and unique finds. We promise you’re bound to find the perfect gift or two this holiday season!
Shop Bird's Nest Gifts & Antiques online.
Brazos Glassworks in Historic Downtown Bryan is a working glass studio keeping the art of stained glass alive while offering some of the most unique glass art in the country. Visit the shop and browse ornate hand-blown glass pieces, Christmas ornaments, and much more!
Learn more about Brazos Glassworks.
Savage Diva & The Frame Gallery
Known for its cheeky-themed gifts, modern home decor, and shared space with The Frame Gallery, Savage Diva is a must-visit spot. During the holidays shop for white elephant gift exchanges, quirky gifts for dad, jewelry for the girls, and more all at Savage Diva. In the same space, The Frame Gallery is a haven of local art. Shop watercolor prints, and a variety of art mediums all featured at The Frame Gallery. Owner, Missy Baron, does everything she can to help keep the arts alive in the community and hand frames every piece!
Vintage & Fashion Gifts
Corner of Time Antiques & Collectibles
Open for over 30 years, Corner of Time Antiques & Collectibles Mall, located on the corner of Bryan Avenue & William J. Bryan in Historic Downtown Bryan is a 6,000 square-foot shopping mall packed full of eclectic antiques and collectibles! Spend a few hours weaving through rows of glassware, art, and so much more looking for that perfect vintage gift!
Follow Corner of Time on Facebook!
Catalena Hatters
Owned and operated by the Catalena family of Bryan, Texas, Catalena Hatters has been producing custom hats since 1983. Recognized as a Bryan Legend, Catalena Hatters is the perfect shop to pick out a custom hat for every season, especially the holiday season! Each hat is truly one-of-a-kind, plus Catalena Hatters offers complimentary fitting & shaping!
Learn about the history of Catalena Hatters.
Texas Rose Boutique
Texas Rose Boutique is one of the cutest women’s clothing shops in Bryan, Texas, and offers a wide selection of urban western ware with a twist. Conveniently located on Main Street, this shop offers a variety of items like women’s tops, denim, dresses, jackets, shoes, jewelry, handbags, and more!
6Whiskey
Having just opened in the Fall of 2023 at Lake Walk, 6Whiskey will quickly become your next go-to stop for Western apparel-carrying brands such as Pendleton, Tasha Pollizi, and Old Gringo Boots. Stop in to find Western gifts, apparel, and jewelry for the urban cowboy or cowgirl in your life this holiday season!
The Vintage Circle
Carrying a little bit of everything, you'll be able to find plenty of vintage goodness at The Vintage Circle off Texas Avenue in Bryan, Texas. Explore rows of used furniture, home decor, vintage clothing, jewelry, accessories, hundreds of antiques, and more in this packed shop!
Our unique, locally-owned shops make our community special. From Historic Downtown Bryan to Lake Walk, these businesses give our town character, they drive our economy, and they make Bryan, Texas a place to be proud of.
Give The Gift of a unique Experience
Messina Hof Winery
If you're looking to purchase gifts for all the winos you know, look no further than Messina Hof Winery! Located right in Bryan’s backyard, Messina Hof Winery is one of the most renowned wineries in the state, with locations in Richmond, Grapevine, and Fredericksburg! Messina Hof offers wine tastings, winery tours, and year-round special events. We recommend gifting a winery tour & tasting experience, and wine accessories or glasses from their gift shop!
Shop Messina Hof's online store.
Aggieland Safari
A trip to Aggieland Safari is the perfect gift for animal lovers and families with kids! Give the gift of a fun, family-friendly experience that includes a drive-through safari, strolls through a Walkabout Adventure Zoo, and more! Aggieland Safari even offers a VIP Membership!
Purchase tickets to Aggieland Safari.
Concerts & Live Music in Bryan
Whether it's a local band jamming at The Grand Stafford Theater, or a 70s tribute band grooving at The Palace Theater, there is almost always live music to be found in Bryan. Give the gift of live music to the music lover in your life this holiday season and check out all the unique shows coming to Bryan this next year!
If you're in search of more music-focused gifts be sure to check out Curious Collections Vinyl Records & More which offers a diverse collection of new and vintage records, band t-shirts, and record players! The String & Horn Shop is also a great spot to purchase instruments, music books, and more!
Bryan, Texas is host to many exciting events and festivals that highlight local culture, cuisine, and art! Experience these events for yourself alongside our thriving, local community!
Pampering & Self Care Gifts
Woodhouse Spa
Treat your someone special this holiday season to some well-deserved pampering! Located at Lake Walk, a charming outdoor district featuring The Stella Hotel, Traditions Club, and a growing culinary scene, Woodhouse Spa offers luxury spa experiences including massages, facials, holistic body detoxes, and more!
Purchase a Woodhouse Spa package & gift card!
The Bee Community
The Bee Community is a unique marketplace with goods created and sold by adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Originally founded in 2018, you can find home goods promoting self-care like naturally fragranced candles & soaps, handmade jewelry, just-ingredients pet treats, and more!
Culinary & Foodie Gifts
Ronin Farm & Restaurant
Ronin Farm & Restaurant in Historic Downtown Bryan serves as a prime location for food, fellowship, and nostalgia while preserving the culinary traditions of Texas by sharing sustainable foods and exceptional experiences with the community. Treat the foodie you know to fresh-farm cuisine that features a constantly evolving menu, cocktails, and delicious desserts!
Be sure to also check out Ronin's unique Full Moon Dinners experiences hosted at their farm!
Purchase a gift certificate to Ronin Farm & Restaurant!
Kanji Sushi
If you're looking for the best sushi in Bryan-College Station, Kanji Sushi at Lake Walk is a must-visit spot. Offering the highest quality nigiri, sashimi, sushi rolls, and Japanese cuisine in the Brazos Valley, using only the freshest ingredients available, a dining experience at Kanji is the perfect gift for any sushi connoisseur.
Make your reservation at Kanji Sushi.
Christopher's World Grille
At Christopher's Award-winning Chef Christopher Lampo, CEC presents classic steak & seafood dishes with delightfully unexpected twists! Treat your foodie friends to a culinary experience at this 100-year-old ranch house in Bryan, Texas that features an elegant blend of historic features & antiques.
The Chocolate Gallery
The Chocolate Gallery is Bryan-College Station’s premier spot for sweet treats! Located right in the heart of Historic Downtown Bryan, The Chocolate Gallery creates beautiful & tasty works of chocolate art, cookies, cakes, and more. Stop in around Christmas for all your holiday goodies and enjoy gelato, cupcakes, or chocolate truffles on the go!
Learn more about The Chocolate Gallery!
Polite Coffee Roasters at The Kyle House
Featuring barista-inspired coffees during the holidays like the “Eggnog Latte” and "Peppermint Crunch," Polite Coffee Roasters is a cozy spot to catch up with family & friends during the hectic holidays and find the perfect gift for a coffee lover! We recommend gifting a bag of their annual "White Elephant" coffee blend with one of their cute red diner-style mugs!
If you're looking for more foodie-favored restaurants in Bryan, there are plenty in Historic Downtown Bryan! Discover the Historic Downtown Bryan food scene and find your next family dinner or date night spot!
Plants & Gardening Gifts
Pot Heads Plant Shop
Shop high-quality house plants and a wide variety of pots & planters for the everyday plant collector at Pot Heads Plant Shop in Historic Downtown Bryan! Alongside all the greenery, shop a rotating, eclectic collection of hand-crafted items from local artisans like pottery, candles, art, and more!
Follow Pot Heads Plant Shop on Instagram!
Texas Plant Connection
Offering a selection of popular & rare/hard-to-find houseplants, Texas Plant Connection, located on Texas Avenue, is the ultimate shopping spot for plant lovers! Visit their storefront in Bryan, and find something special for your friends with a green thumb this holiday season!
Shop Texas Plant Connection online.
The Farm Patch
For the gardener in your life, The Farm Patch is an open-air market, that sells all types of food products, flowers, bedding plants, and gardening accessories. It has become widely known and recognized for its quality, freshness, fair pricing, and overall “Old Market” appeal. We suggest visiting their garden section to shop for pots, plants, outdoor decor, and more!
The holidays are here and there's so much cheer in Bryan this year! With festive events, comfortable accommodations, delicious eats and drinks, and plenty of good tidings and joy to be found – we’re ready to welcome everyone to our cozy community!
