Calendar of Events

America 250

May 2026

May 22
10:00a
End Date

Exploration Station: Honoring Memorial Day

Guadalupe River State Park
Take a moment to learn the history and purpose of Memorial Day!
May 25
2:00p
End Date

Petals of Memory

Fort Boggy State Park
Reflect on the history of Memorial Day and explore the symbolism of the Poppy while creating your own!

June 2026

Jun 13
12:30p
End Date

2nd Saturday with Steve (Stephen F. Austin): Stories of the Enslaved in San Felipe de Austin

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join educators from the San Felipe de Austin Historic Site and the Texas Historical Commission for a meaningful historical presentation.

July 2026

Jul 1 End Date

America 250 Ultimate Picnic Photo Challenge

Galveston Island State Park
Join a coast‑to‑coast celebration of outdoor traditions with one simple snapshot.🎉
Jul 2
7:45p
End Date

America 250: Sunset Watercolors on the Coast🎨

Galveston Island State Park
Celebrate 250 years of Americans finding inspiration in the outdoors!
Jul 4
8:30a
End Date

Ink Your Own Declaration

Government Canyon State Natural Area
On this date, we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, which was written using ink made from oak galls. What's a gall? Stop by and find out!
Jul 4
9:00a
End Date

Red White and Bluegill Family Fishing Event

Huntsville State Park
Celebrate Independence Day participating in one of this country’s oldest outdoor activities.
Jul 4
9:30a
End Date

Red, White, & Blue Birds

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Star Spangled Feathers!
Jul 4
10:00a
End Date

American 250th: Artillery Demo

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us for this 4th of July celebration as we fire the cannons, display firearms, and watch military drills conducted by our reenactors.
Jul 4
1:00p
End Date

Happy Independence Day

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Bison, Bison, Bison!
Jul 4
2:00p
End Date

Feathers of Freedom

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join us for an avian election!