Visit Alvin

06/01/2026

Bayou Wildlife Zoo Summer Hours begin June 2!

Planning a visit this summer? Make sure to check their updated seasonal hours before heading out for a wild day in Alvin.

Summer Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday–Friday: 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM–4:00 PM

Last entry is 30 minutes prior to closing.

From tram rides to animal encounters, Bayou Wildlife Zoo is a great summer stop for families, visitors, and anyone looking to add a little adventure to their day. 🦒

Plan your visit and make a day of it in Alvin!

06/01/2026

📢 Calling All Tourism Projects, Programs & Event Organizers!

Do you have a project, program, or event that brings visitors to Alvin? Visit Alvin is now accepting FY 2027 Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) Grant Applications for tourism-related efforts that promote Alvin and help generate overnight hotel stays in our community.

📆 Application Period:
June 1, 2026 – July 30, 2026

Under state law, all HOT expenditures must meet two legal requirements:
1. Directly promote tourism and the hotel industry, AND
2. Fall within one of the nine allowable categories established by state statute.

Eligible uses include, but are not limited to:
-Tourism advertising, marketing, and promotional efforts
-Visitor information services and destination marketing initiatives
-Cultural arts programs that attract visitors
-Historical preservation projects that encourage tourism
-Tourism-related events and festivals that generate overnight stays
-Certain sporting events and facilities that bring visitors to the area

HOT funds cannot be used for general government operations, routine maintenance, or projects that only benefit local residents without a clear tourism impact.

📄 Ready to apply: https://bit.ly/VisitAlvinHOTGrant2026
Please refer to the application guidelines for full eligibility requirements and funding details: VisitAlvin.com

Let’s continue growing tourism and supporting the experiences that make Alvin worth the visit!

05/30/2026

Looking for a fun summer adventure that is educational, local, and easy to do at your own pace?

The Brazoria County Summer Museum Passport kicks off Saturday, May 30, 2026, and invites families to explore participating museums and historic sites across Brazoria County, including the Alvin Historical Museum.

Pick up a passport, visit participating locations, collect stamps, and discover the stories that helped shape our area. Visit all 14 sites by August 1, 2026, for a chance to win prizes.

Plan your museum-hopping summer here: https://bcsummerpassport.org/

05/29/2026

Vendor registration is now open for the Hispanic Heritage Fiesta!

The Alvin Historical Museum Society is planning a festive day filled with live music, dancing, amazing food, local vendors, and vibrant culture, and we’d love for you to be part of it.

📍 Where: 300 West Sealy St. in Alvin
📅 When: Saturday, September 19 from 10 AM to 2 PM

We’re looking for food vendors, makers, artisans, small businesses, and community organizations to help bring this celebration to life.

Come showcase your business, connect with the community, and be part of a day that celebrates culture, local talent, and community spirit.

Register here: https://bit.ly/HHFVendor

05/28/2026

Alvin, come support local talent 🎶🤠

Chris Brown is making his first appearance at Grace Hall on Friday, May 29th after being selected from Grace Hall’s Thursday Night Open Mic lineup 🙌

Known as “The British Texan,” Chris brings a unique storyteller vibe and rich sound that you’ll want to experience live 🎸

Grab your crew, head downtown, and help us give him a big Alvin welcome 👏

🕖 Music starts at 7PM
📍 113 E Sealy St, Alvin, TX

We can’t wait for y’all to hear him LIVE 🎶

05/27/2026

Extra guests? Summer plans? Weekend getaway? We’ve got room for that. ☀️

Stay local, explore local, and make a little extra time for strawberries, safari animals, live music, local eats, and those “we should do this more often” kind of moments.

Find places to stay and start planning your visit at https://www.visitalvin.com/🧳✨

05/26/2026

Your official Froberg’s strawberry-picking game plan: 🍓

Step 1: Head to Alvin.
Step 2: Make your way to Froberg’s Farm.
Step 3: Buy your bucket.
Step 4: Wander into the strawberry fields like you’re on a very delicious mission.
Step 5: Pick your own berries. Big ones, tiny ones, perfectly snackable ones.
Step 6: Fill that bucket.
Step 7: Pay for your strawberries.
Step 8: Take home your fresh-picked Alvin treasure and enjoy every sweet bite.

Strawberry season waits for no one, so make your pick-your-own plans and come see why Froberg’s is always worth the trip! 🍓✨

05/25/2026

05/23/2026

Plan your next visit to Alvin at https://www.visitalvin.com/ 🧡

05/21/2026

The Alvin Historical Museum Society is planning for a day full of live music, dancing, amazing food, local vendors, and vibrant culture is headed your way—and you’re invited 🙌

📍 Where: 300 West Sealy St. in Alvin
📅 When: Saturday, September 19 from 10am-2pm

This fiesta is all about celebrating culture, supporting local, and bringing the community together in the best way ❤️

Want to be part of it?
We’re looking for food vendors, makers, and community organizations to join the fun!
👉 Sign up here: https://bit.ly/HHFVendor