Arts & Crafts
October 2025
Oct
25
10:00a
End Date
Painting Pumpkin Pins
Mission Tejas State Park
Dive into the fall season with park staff and paint your own Jack-o-Lantern Pins!
Oct
25
10:00a
End Date
Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Break out your creativity and paint a pumpkin! Will you be a lucky winner taking home a prize?
Oct
25
10:30a
End Date
Oct
25
11:00a
End Date
Oct
25
12:00p
End Date
Oct
25
1:00p
End Date
Spooky Scavengers
Sea Rim State Park
Nature’s has its own recycling crew! Even if they are a little spooky looking
Oct
25
1:00p
End Date
Oct
25
2:00p
End Date
Art in the Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Join us for an all-ages & all-ability levels arts & crafts workshop (cap at 25 people).
Oct
25
2:00p
End Date
Oct
25
3:00p
End Date
Spooky Spanish Moss
Buescher State Park
Learn about the legends of Spanish Moss and create your own spooky scene.
Oct
25
6:00p
End Date
Trail of the Dead
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
A family friendly Halloween/Day of the Dead event complete with a haunted house/trail (Nature Center Area), educational booths, crafts, and more!
Oct
26
9:45a
End Date
Carved Pumpkin Contest
Franklin Mountains State Park
Feeling artistic? Participate in our carved pumpkin contest!
Oct
26
10:00a
End Date
Oct
26
10:30a
End Date
Solar Powered Crafts
Mustang Island State Park
Come make arts and crafts using the power of the sun! Fun for all ages!
Oct
26
11:00a
End Date
Spooky Seed Paper
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Want to learn how to make seed paper with a festive twist?
Oct
26
11:00a
End Date
Paint with a Ranger - Bats!
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Fly into the Halloween spirit by painting your very own bat masterpiece!
Oct
26
2:00p
End Date
Trick- or -Tweet
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Create your own eco-friendly bird feeder from pumpkins for Halloween!
Oct
30
7:00p
End Date
Arachineers: Spooky Spider Science
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Discover the amazing world of spiders in this hands-on program where nature meets engineering!
Oct
31
10:00a
End Date
Halloween Nature Craft!
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Join a Park Ranger to make a Halloween-themed nature craft to take home!
Oct
31
3:30p
End Date
Create-a-Cryptid Skins and Skulls
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join us for this special Halloween event to learn about native animals and their features with Ranger Hannah, then turn your imagination on high and create your own Texas cryptid based on our critters!
Oct
31
6:00p
End Date
Bat Craft and Guided Hike
Goose Island State Park
Make your own flappy bat and take it on a guided hike as we search for real bats!
November 2025
Nov
1
9:00a
End Date
Park of the Dead
Celebrate Dia de los Muertos at BRGVSP!
Nov
1
10:00a
End Date
Corn Husk Dolls
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Make a doll the old-fashioned way using corn husks and creativity!
Nov
1
10:00a
End Date
Art in the Park: Colors of Fall
Bonham State Park
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, our forests begin a spectacular transformation—leaves shift from green to brilliant shades of red, orange, and gold. But have you ever wondered what’s really happening inside those leaves to cause such a colorful display?
Nov
1
12:00p
End Date
Nov
1
3:30p
End Date
Create-a-Cryptid Skins and Skulls
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join us for this special Halloween event to learn about native animals and their features with Ranger Hannah, then turn your imagination on high and create your own Texas cryptid based on our critters!
Nov
2
10:00a
End Date
Nov
2
10:30a
End Date
Solar Powered Crafts
Mustang Island State Park
Come make arts and crafts using the power of the sun! Fun for all ages!
Nov
6
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger at the Blanco Public Library
Blanco, TX - Blanco Public Library
Join a ranger for Storytime at the Blanco Library!
Nov
8
10:00a
End Date
Dino-bility Day!
Dinosaur Valley State Park
You’re invited to join us at Dinosaur Valley State Park for Dino-bility Day - a celebration of accessibility, community, and outdoor recreation for people of all abilities!
Nov
8
10:00a
End Date
Rio! Rio!
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
For centuries people have been settling along the San Antonio River, from native hunters and gatherers to European immigrants. Come see how they lived and changed the surrounding area at this exciting event!
Nov
8
10:00a
End Date
Nov
8
10:00a
End Date
Nov
9
10:00a
End Date
Nov
9
10:30a
End Date
Solar Powered Crafts
Mustang Island State Park
Come make arts and crafts using the power of the sun! Fun for all ages!
Nov
15
10:00a
End Date
Nov
15
10:00a
End Date
Indigenous Trade at the Fort
Fort Leaton State Historic Site
See how trade on the Chihuahuan Trail evolved between Native Americans and Europeans at the Fort Leaton then learn how to make your own pottery.
Nov
15
12:00p
End Date
Nov
15
1:00p
End Date
Nov
15
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Nov
15
2:00p
End Date
Nov
15
2:00p
End Date
Nov
15
2:00p
End Date
Nov
16
10:00a
End Date
Nov
16
10:30a
End Date
Solar Powered Crafts
Mustang Island State Park
Come make arts and crafts using the power of the sun! Fun for all ages!
Nov
19
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Nov
22
10:00a
End Date
Let's Talk Turkey
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Let's talk about everyone's favorite Thanksgiving bird!
Nov
22
10:00a
End Date
Art in the Park: Let's Go Fly a Kite
Bonham State Park
Learn how to make a kite and fly it like the CCC Boys may have done.
Nov
22
12:00p
End Date
Nov
22
2:00p
End Date
Nov
22
2:00p
End Date
Nov
22
2:00p
End Date
Nov
22
2:00p
End Date
Colors of the Wind Watercolor
Lockhart State Park
Paint with all the colors of the wind at Lockhart State Park!
Nov
23
10:00a
End Date
Nov
23
10:30a
End Date
Solar Powered Crafts
Mustang Island State Park
Come make arts and crafts using the power of the sun! Fun for all ages!
Nov
23
1:00p
End Date
Decorate an Ornament
Inks Lake State Park
Make a Christmas ornament, and get a head start on your holiday decorating.
Nov
26
10:00a
End Date
Storytime and Craft: Wild Turkeys
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for an unforgettable wild turkey story and craft!
Nov
29
10:00a
End Date
Deck the Halls
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Learn about making Christmas decorations with natural materials.
Nov
29
10:00a
End Date
Bird Welcome Party
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Learn about and celebrate birds with the whole family at the end of their fall migration!
Nov
29
11:00a
End Date
Frontier Candle Dipping
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Step back in time and experience how frontier families lit their homes, one candle at a time.
Nov
29
12:00p
End Date
Nov
29
2:00p
End Date
Nov
30
10:00a
End Date
Nov
30
10:30a
End Date
Solar Powered Crafts
Mustang Island State Park
Come make arts and crafts using the power of the sun! Fun for all ages!
December 2025
Dec
4
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger at the Blanco Public Library
Blanco, TX - Blanco Public Library
Join a ranger for Storytime at the Blanco Library!
Dec
6
10:00a
End Date
Winter Holiday Traditions
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Celebrate the holidays the old-fashioned way by hand-crafting items families might have been made on the historic ranches that became Government Canyon.
Dec
6
12:00p
End Date
Art in the Park: Christmas Cards
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for an early National Christmas Card Day Celebration!
Dec
6
12:00p
End Date
Dec
6
1:00p
End Date
Dec
7
12:00p
End Date
Dec
12
6:30p
End Date
Dec
13
12:00p
End Date
Dec
13
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
13
1:30p
End Date
Reading Ranger: Dino Story and Craft
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Bring a blanket and settle in for a festive story read by a ranger, followed by a craft. We'll bring the hot cocoa.
Dec
13
2:00p
End Date
Christmas Crafts
Lockhart State Park
Paint a nature-inspired salt dough ornament to take home with you! Stop by any time between 2:00pm and 3:30pm.
Dec
13
5:30p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Goose Island State Park
See the park in lights, enjoy holiday activities, and CAMP FOR FREE when you decorate your campsite!
Dec
13
6:00p
End Date
Dec
13
6:30p
End Date
Dec
14
10:00a
End Date
Art in the Park! Ornaments at Erock
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Craft your own "wild" ornament and learn about Leave No Trace principles with Ranger Hannah.
Dec
14
12:00p
End Date
Dec
17
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Dec
19
1:00p
End Date
A Crafty Caddo Christmas
Caddo Lake State Park
Deck the halls in our CCC Hall. Join us by the fire for hot chocolate, cookies, and creating your own Christmas tree ornaments. All supplies will be provided!
Dec
20
10:00a
End Date
Corn Husk Angels
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
The perfect kind of angel for your holiday season!
Dec
20
10:00a
End Date
Christmas for the Birds
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience a festive feathered celebration this holiday season!
Dec
20
10:00a
End Date
Fun with Maps: Skills for teens
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Turn paper and compass into your ultimate adventure tools.
Dec
20
1:00p
End Date
Santa's Workshop
Pedernales Falls State Park
Help Santa's elves build gifts for all the good birdies!
Dec
20
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Dec
20
3:00p
End Date
Holidays for the Birds
Lockhart State Park
Join the elves in Santa’s workshop by making bird feeders for our feathered friends!
Dec
20
6:00p
End Date
Christmas in the Park 2025
Lake Whitney State Park
It's the most Wonderful Time of the year at Lake Whitney State Park. Come stay in the Horseshoe Loop and decorate your campsite to hopefully be voted the best of 2025! The votes will be placed by the visitors that get FREE entry to drive through our park from 6 to 8 pm.
January 2026
Jan
3
12:00p
End Date
Jan
17
12:00p
End Date
Jan
17
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Jan
21
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Jan
24
12:00p
End Date
Jan
31
12:00p
End Date
February 2026
Feb
7
12:00p
End Date
Feb
14
12:00p
End Date
Feb
18
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Feb
21
12:00p
End Date
Feb
21
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Feb
28
12:00p
End Date
March 2026
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
12:00p
End Date
Mar
21
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
April 2026
Apr
18
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
May 2026
May
16
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
June 2026
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!