Calendar of Events

Arts & Crafts

February 2026

Feb 27
1:00p
End Date

Castle Hours

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
Feb 27
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Tyler State Park
Let's find the beauty in nature
Feb 27
3:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Eisenhower State Park
Slow down and connect with nature through journaling!
Feb 28
9:30a
End Date

Water Color at Upper Falls!

McKinney Falls State Park
Come paint a watercolor at the upper falls with local artist Mark Gale
Feb 28
10:00a
End Date

All About Mammals

Tyler State Park
What is a mammal?
Feb 28
11:00a
End Date

From Seeing to Saving

Balmorhea State Park
Nature Journaling 101!
Feb 28
11:00a
End Date

Wildcraft: Owls!

Brazos Bend State Park
Listen to the story and make your own owl puppet.
Feb 28
12:00p
End Date

Nature Center Hours

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Discover, Learn, and Play at the Nature Center!
Feb 28
1:00p
End Date

Castle Hours

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learning about natural and cultural resources combine at the historic Castle / Refectory!
Feb 28
1:00p
End Date

Nature Protectors at Nacogdoches Public Library

Nacogdoches, TX - Judy B. McDonald Public Library
Join park staff at the Nacogdoches Public Library for reading with a Ranger and bring home your own potted plant to grow!
Feb 28
2:00p
End Date

Love Poems for Misunderstood Creatures

Fort Parker State Park
Learn about some of our most misunderstood creatures like vultures, skunks, snakes, spiders and more! Then craft a poem for your fave!
Feb 28
3:00p
End Date

Wild Craft

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Make an educational craft to remember the park by!

March 2026

Mar 1
10:00a
End Date

Nature Journaling

Old Tunnel State Park
Connect nature with creativity while making your own nature journal.
Mar 3
11:00a
End Date

Jr. Ranger Pinch Pots

Balmorhea State Park
Create a piece of clay art to take home!
Mar 5
10:30a
End Date

Reading Ranger at the Blanco Public Library

Blanco State Park
Join a ranger for Storytime at the Blanco Library!
Mar 7
10:00a
End Date

Ladies Bonnet Workshop

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us at the park for a ladies’ bonnet workshop!
Mar 7
10:00a
End Date

DIY Dyes

Cedar Hill State Park
Learn how to make dyes and paints from natural sources
Mar 7
2:00p
End Date

Junior Rangers

Daingerfield State Park
Learn how to become an environmental hero and earn your Junior Ranger badge with our Park Rangers!
Mar 7
3:00p
End Date

Nature Origami

Lockhart State Park
Create a nature-inspired masterpiece from folded paper!
Mar 7
3:00p
End Date

Wild Craft

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Make an educational craft to remember the park by!
Mar 8
2:00p
End Date

Amazing Arachnids

Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
What is an arachnid, and why are they amazing?
Mar 10
9:00a
End Date

Way of Water Spring Break Day Camp

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Are you curious about nature's greatest resource?
Mar 10
12:00p
End Date

Bird Feeder Craft

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Use recycled materials to create and paint a bird feeder; fun for the whole family!
Mar 11
2:00p
End Date

Butter Making

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Come shake up some butter with us!
Mar 12
9:00a
End Date

Bug Buddies Spring Break Day Camp

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Want to learn all about bugs?
Mar 12
9:00a
End Date

Education Center Open- Thurs and Fri

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover what's in the education center!
Mar 13
9:00a
End Date

Education Center Open- Thurs and Fri

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover what's in the education center!
Mar 13
1:00p
End Date

Gyotaku (Japanese Fish Painting)

Inks Lake State Park
Meet us in Central Park to learn about and practice the art of Japanese Fish Painting!
Mar 13
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Garner State Park
Join a park ranger in creating artworks to take home.
Mar 13
4:00p
End Date

Art Activity

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Paint, draw, sketch, or color with a ranger at the park amphitheater
Mar 13
5:45p
End Date

Sunset Watercolors🎨

Galveston Island State Park
Join us for an unforgettable evening of nature, art, and beauty!
Mar 14
9:00a
End Date

Spring Fling 2026

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Spring forward to a full day of fun!
Mar 14
9:00a
End Date

Birding Festival 2026

Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come join us to celebrate South Texas birds at our annual Birding Festival! Birders of all experiences and ages are welcome!
Mar 14
10:00a
End Date

Monarch and Friends Pollinator Fiesta

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us as we celebrate monarchs and all pollinators!
Mar 14
10:00a
End Date

Art in the Park - Abstract Art

Purtis Creek State Park
Relax, enjoy nature, and unleash your creativity!
Mar 14
11:00a
End Date

Art in the Park: Cardboard Critters

Cedar Hill State Park
Make cute native critters from recycled cardboard!
Mar 14
11:00a
End Date

Junior Rangers

Daingerfield State Park
Learn how to become an environmental hero and earn your Junior Ranger badge with our Park Rangers!
Mar 14
12:00p
End Date

Nature Center Hours

Stephen F. Austin State Park
CANCELLED FOR JAN. 24 DUE TO THE WINTER STORM. Discover, Learn and Play at the Nature Center!
Mar 14
1:00p
End Date

FREE: Spring Festival & Native Plant Sale

Lockhart State Park
Join the fun at Lockhart State Park for a celebration of spring, pollinators, and plants! Drop in any time between 1-4pm.
Mar 14
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Daingerfield State Park
Get creative with multiple art projects available! Take in the beauty nearby for inspiration!
Mar 14
3:00p
End Date

Wild Craft

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Make an educational craft to remember the park by!
Mar 14
3:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Put your observation skills to the test
Mar 15
2:00p
End Date

Make a Bird Feeder

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Ready to get creative and make a positive impact on nature?
Mar 16
2:00p
End Date

Spring Break Activities- Wonders of Weaving

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Get an introduction to weaving, a skill that was once very important to the mission inhabitants!
Mar 17
10:00a
End Date

Art in the Park - St. Patrick's Day Tree Cookie Craft

Daingerfield State Park
Make a St. Patrick's Day tree cookie ornament to take home with you!
Mar 17
12:00p
End Date

Bird Feeder Craft

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Use recycled materials to create and paint a bird feeder; fun for the whole family!
Mar 17
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Come learn the art of nature journaling!
Mar 17
2:00p
End Date

Spring Break Activities- Pinch Pots

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Learn about Native American pottery making while making your own pinch pot!
Mar 18
10:00a
End Date

Art in the Park

Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Calling all artists! No experience needed.
Mar 18
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Create a work of art by painting yourself into nature.
Mar 19
9:00a
End Date

Education Center Open- Thurs and Fri

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover what's in the education center!
Mar 19
10:00a
End Date

Art in the Park- Sculpting Enchanted Rock

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Ranger Hannah and make your very own exfoliation dome using air dry clay in our Day Use Area.
Mar 19
1:00p
End Date

Crafting with a Ranger

McKinney Falls State Park
Join us for a fun craft
Mar 19
2:00p
End Date

Spring Break Activities- Cordage

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Discover how Native Americans made rope from yucca leaves, then try it yourself!
Mar 20
9:00a
End Date

Education Center Open- Thurs and Fri

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover what's in the education center!
Mar 20
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Garner State Park
Join a park ranger in creating artworks to take home.
Mar 20
2:00p
End Date

Spring Break Activities- Corn Husk Dolls

Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Get creative with corn husks! Make your own corn husk doll to take home and learn about the history of corn husk dolls.
Mar 20
7:00p
End Date

Sunset Watercolor on the River

Blanco State Park
Be inspired by the beauty of the Blanco River.
Mar 21
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Mar 21
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park: Abstract Animals

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Get your creative juices flowing!
Mar 21
3:00p
End Date

Wild Craft

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Make an educational craft to remember the park by!
Mar 26
9:00a
End Date

Education Center Open- Thurs and Fri

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover what's in the education center!
Mar 27
9:00a
End Date

Education Center Open- Thurs and Fri

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover what's in the education center!
Mar 27
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Garner State Park
Join a park ranger in creating artworks to take home.
Mar 28
1:00p
End Date

Snake Safety

Meridian State Park
Craft with us and learn some tips and tricks to sharing a trail with snakes.
Mar 28
2:00p
End Date

Flutter Books- Learn and Create

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Butterfly Edition
Mar 28
2:30p
End Date

Super Special Snakes!

Mission Tejas State Park
Although our snakes may get a bad rap, these shy, slithery serpents play important roles in our lives and the Texas ecosystem. Join our park interpreter for a presentation on the stories we tell about these important animals and design your own snake!
Mar 28
3:00p
End Date

Wild Craft

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Make an educational craft to remember the park by!

April 2026

Apr 2
9:00a
End Date

Education Center Open- Thurs and Fri

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover what's in the education center!
Apr 3
9:00a
End Date

Education Center Open- Thurs and Fri

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover what's in the education center!
Apr 9
9:00a
End Date

Education Center Open- Thurs and Fri

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover what's in the education center!
Apr 10
9:00a
End Date

Education Center Open- Thurs and Fri

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover what's in the education center!
Apr 16
9:00a
End Date

Education Center Open- Thurs and Fri

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover what's in the education center!
Apr 17
9:00a
End Date

Education Center Open- Thurs and Fri

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover what's in the education center!
Apr 18
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Apr 23
9:00a
End Date

Education Center Open- Thurs and Fri

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover what's in the education center!
Apr 24
9:00a
End Date

Education Center Open- Thurs and Fri

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover what's in the education center!
Apr 24
10:00a
End Date

Mission Tejas Folk Festival

Mission Tejas State Park
Come to Mission Tejas for our annual folk festival! Come see presentations of pioneer life in Texas around the early to mid-1800's with activities such as butter churning, kids' games, and other aspects of pioneer life!

May 2026

May 16
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
May 29
6:30p
End Date

Galveston Island State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Spots Filling Fast)

Galveston Island State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.

June 2026

Jun 20
8:30a
End Date

Nature Journaling

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Slow down and deepen your experience of the natural world with mindful observations.
Jun 20
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!

July 2026

Jul 18
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!

August 2026

Aug 15
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!

September 2026

Sep 19
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!

October 2026

Oct 17
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!

November 2026

Nov 21
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!

December 2026

Dec 12
1:00p
End Date

Lakeside Christmas

Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore!
Dec 19
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!

January 2027

Jan 16
2:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!

December 2027

Dec 11
1:00p
End Date

Lakeside Christmas

Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore!

December 2028

Dec 9
1:00p
End Date

Lakeside Christmas

Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore!

December 2029

Dec 8
1:00p
End Date

Lakeside Christmas

Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore!

December 2030

Dec 14
1:00p
End Date

Lakeside Christmas

Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore!