Arts & Crafts
January 2026
Jan
16
3:30p
End Date
Art in the Park-Water Color Techniques
Inks Lake State Park
Join us and learn watercolor techniques as we enjoy the lakeside view.
Jan
17
10:00a
End Date
Arts in the Park
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
No two snowflakes are alike, and neither is your art!
Jan
17
10:30a
End Date
Splash of Color
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Express yourself using the park as inspiration!
Jan
17
11:00a
End Date
Wildcraft: Alligators!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to learn about alligators through storytime and get creative making crafts!
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
17
2:00p
End Date
Art in the Park: Salt Snowflakes
Cedar Hill State Park
Take home a unique and beautiful Winter-themed craft!
Jan
17
2:00p
End Date
Jan
17
3:00p
End Date
Jan
18
10:00a
End Date
Jan
18
11:00a
End Date
Jan
18
1:00p
End Date
Craft your very own bird feeder
Inks Lake State Park
Join our amazing volunteer and create your very own pinecone bird feeder
Jan
18
2:00p
End Date
Knots for Everyday Use
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Master the art of knots and transform ordinary situations into extraordinary solutions with the timeless skill of knot tying.
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
22
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger at the Blanco Public Library
Blanco State Park
Join a ranger for Storytime at the Blanco Library!
Jan
24
10:00a
End Date
Rags to Riches - Rag Doll Making
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Make your very own rag doll in this hands-on activity.
Jan
24
12:00p
End Date
Jan
24
1:00p
End Date
Art in the Park: Birdfeeders
Cedar Hill State Park
Learn the do's and don'ts of birdfeeders and make your own from recycled materials
Jan
24
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).
Jan
24
3:00p
End Date
Jan
25
11:00a
End Date
Seed Paper
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Want to learn how to create your very own seed paper?
Jan
30
3:00p
End Date
Jan
31
11:00a
End Date
Jan
31
11:00a
End Date
Art in the Park: Bird Houses and Watercolors
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Paint and watch birds! Great for kids, families and couples!
Jan
31
12:00p
End Date
Jan
31
1:00p
End Date
February 2026
Feb
5
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger at the Blanco Public Library
Blanco State Park
Join a ranger for Storytime at the Blanco Library!
Feb
7
10:00a
End Date
Share a Valentine
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
A small act of kindness can make a big difference!
Feb
7
12:00p
End Date
Feb
7
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).
Feb
7
2:00p
End Date
Valentine's Craft Workshop
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Come and go Valentine's craft program at the Old West Stables
Feb
13
2:00p
End Date
Feb
14
1:30p
End Date
Gyotaku - Fish Printing
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Capturing the present in an art form from the past
Feb
14
2:00p
End Date
Watercolors on the Blanco: Greeting Card Edition
Blanco State Park
Get inspired by the beauty of nature!
Feb
14
2:00p
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
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.
Feb
21
12:00p
End Date
Feb
21
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).
Feb
21
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Feb
27
2:00p
End Date
Feb
28
10:00a
End Date
Feb
28
12:00p
End Date
March 2026
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
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
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!
Mar
28
2:00p
End Date
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!
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
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!