We have had 4 gatherings in College Station over the last 2 years. That is only 60 miles from you. Interest fell away and we only had a few at our last event in March. There will probably be something on the weekend of the BMJP show the 3rd weekend of March next year. It just hasn't been planned yet.
There have been several attempts at a beach run on Galveston, but again, not much interest or attendance.
Go to the museum on Wallaceville road. They always seem to have something going on.
Or, check out the LSMVPA web site. We have a parade or show every weekend it seems. Some not that far from you.