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26, 27, 28 October

A three day arts festival in Bryan, Texas.

Connecting students and communities with local legend and folklore. 

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What's On

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Thursday October 26
STORYTELLING

7pm - 10pm

The Frame Gallery Downtown, Bryan

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Friday October 27
FILM FESTIVAL

7pm - 10pm

The Queen Cinema, Bryan

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Saturday October 28
LOREFEST GALA

7pm - 10pm

The Village Cafe, Bryan

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Thursday October 26 - Storytelling

7pm - 10pm

The Frame Gallery Downtown, 108 N Bryan Ave, Bryan, TX 77803

Free Entry

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Students of Texas A&M host a night of haunting stories and deep-rooted legends. Delve into the world of folklore as our talented Aggies recount tales that have shaped the Texan spirit.

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Refreshments are provided.

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Friday October 27 - Film Festival

7pm - 10pm

The Queen Cinema, 110 S Main St, Bryan, TX 77803

Free Entry

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Step back in time with Texas A&M University's homage to the golden age of silent cinema. Witness the artistry of student filmmakers as they breath life into legends and folklore, all depicted through black and white visuals.

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Enhanced by a live soundtrack, experience movie magic reminiscent of the era when film was in it infancy.

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With special guest; director Shun Lee Fong.

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Saturday October 28 - LoreFest Gala

7pm - 10pm

The Village Café, 210 W 26th St, Bryan, TX 77803

Free Entry

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Step into a realm where legends of old come to life. As dusk settles, join us at The Village for a night of revelry and entertainment.

 

Don't forget your costume- this is your chance to become part of the legend yourself!

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Walking Ghost Tours

6:45pm, 7:45pm and 8:45pm

Embark on guided ghost walks that unravel local myth and stories.

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Ethereal Séance

Gather round and hold your breath as our spiritual guide connects you to the tales from the beyond! Don't worry, it's all in good fun!

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Folklore Puppets on Parade

Watch in awe as folklore-inspired puppets roam, depicting stories that have enchanted our community for generations. 

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Dance and Drink

It wouldn't be a party without music and a little libation. Grab yourself a drink from the bar.

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MORE ENTERTAINMENT TO BE ANNOUNCED

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About LoreFest

LoreFest is a community-building project bringing together local BCS residents and TAMU students through an exploration of Texas and Glocal folklore.

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LoreFest is made possible in part with a PVFA Interdisciplinary Collaboration Grant, a RESI Co-Sponsorship, and TAMIDS Funding

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For more information, please contact info@lorefest.com

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