Calendar of Events

Fishing

April 2026

Apr 24
3:00p
End Date

Fishing Lake Texoma

Eisenhower State Park
Discover the fun of fishing at the Striper Capital of the World!
Apr 25
9:00a
End Date

Learn to Fish with an Angler Instructor!

Buescher State Park
Learn how to cast a line at Buescher Lake!
Apr 25
9:00a
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Lake Brownwood State Park
Come and learn some new fishing skills with a ranger!
Apr 25
9:00a
End Date

Beginning Fly Fishing Class - Lewisville

Lewisville, TX - Lake Lewisville Environmental Learning Center
Learn basic fly fishing skills in a fun, free, hands-on class!
Apr 25
10:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join a ranger to learn the basics of fishing. Learn how to tie on a hook, cast a line, and hear about common fish found in the Paluxy River. We will have limited fishing rods and bait for participants to fish at the blue hole. Want to continue to fish after the program? Stop by our headquarters building and check out our Tackle Loaner Program. You may fish at any Texas State Park without a fishing license. State bag and length limits still apply.
Apr 25
10:00a
End Date

4th Annual Fun For All

Inks Lake State Park
Join us for a fun-filled and all-inclusive day with a variety of accessible activities.
Apr 25
10:00a
End Date

Canceled - Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Deloris Fenwick Nature Center - Pearland

Pearland, TX - Deloris Fenwick Nature Center
Canceled - Please see the calendar for future dates.
Apr 26
10:00a
End Date

Intro to Fly Fishing

Lockhart State Park
Learn the basics of fly fishing in this fun class!
Apr 30
1:00p
End Date

Hooks and Rods

Caddo Lake State Park
No fishing rod? No problem! Borrow one from us and fish in Saw Mill Pond.

May 2026

May 5
9:00a
End Date

Basic Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Need the basics for fishing? We've got them!
May 5
6:00p
End Date

Summerpalooza - Godley, TX

Godley, TX - Godley High School
Bring the whole family out to Summerpalooza at Godley High School!
May 7
6:00p
End Date

Basics of Fly Fishing - Belton

Belton, TX - The Landing at Creekside
Learn to Fly Fish at this fun, free clinic.
May 9
9:00a
End Date

Learn the Basics of Fishing - Sea Center TX

Sea Center Texas
Come learn the basics of fishing at this fun, FREE clinic!
May 9
10:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Blanco State Park
Learn the basics of fishing and reel one in!
May 10
9:00a
End Date

Basic Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Need the basics for fishing? We've got them!
May 15
6:30p
End Date

McKinney Falls State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Spots Filling Fast)

McKinney Falls State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
May 16
9:00a
End Date

Learn to Fish - College Station

College Station, TX - Lick Creek Park
Learn to fish at this fun, FREE, family event!
May 16
9:30a
End Date

Huntsville State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Spots Filling Fast)

Huntsville State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
May 19
9:00a
End Date

Basic Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Need the basics for fishing? We've got them!
May 23
10:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Bass Pro Shops - Pearland

Pearland, TX - Bass Pro Shops
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
May 24
10:00a
End Date

Intro to Fly Fishing

Lockhart State Park
Learn the basics of fly fishing in this fun class!
May 26
9:00a
End Date

Surf Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Beachside fishing? Yes please!
May 30
8:00a
End Date

Buda Fun Fish!

Buda, TX - Bradfield Village Park
Come out to Bradfield Village Pond for a day of FREE fishing fun!
May 30
8:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Katy

Katy, TX - Willow Fork Park
Become a Texas Parks and Wildlife Certified Angler Education Instructor
May 30
9:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Buescher State Park

Buescher State Park
Become a Texas Parks and Wildlife Certified Angler Education Instructor
May 30
9:00a
End Date

FREE: Girls’ Outdoor Workshop

Lockhart State Park
Join us for a FREE outdoor skills workshop exclusively for girls ages 10-18! Registration required.
May 30
9:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Lake Whitney State Park

Lake Whitney State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
May 30
2:30p
End Date

Fly Fishing Instructor Training Workshop - Buescher State Park

Buescher State Park
Become a Texas Parks and Wildlife Certified Fly Fishing Instructor
May 31
9:00a
End Date

Basic Fishing

Galveston Island State Park
Need the basics for fishing? We've got them!

June 2026

Jun 4
6:00p
End Date

Basics of Fly Fishing - Belton

Belton, TX - The Landing at Creekside
Learn to Fly Fish at this fun, free clinic.
Jun 6
10:00a
End Date

Annual Outdoor Expo

Bonham State Park
Looking for something to do with the family on the first Saturday of June? Then join us for a day of fun outdoor activities at our Annual Outdoor Expo!
Jun 6
11:00a
End Date

Free Fishing Day & Kerrville-Schriener Park Community Day

Kerrville, TX - Kerrville-Schriener Park
Bring the whole family out for a fun, free day of fishing!
Jun 9
9:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center
Join Angling Technician Meagan to learn the basics of fishing in this 3 hour workshop. Participants will have the opportunity to practice casting at the stocked fishing ponds at TFFC. All fishing gear will be provided. A fishing license is NOT required.
Jun 13
9:30a
End Date

Guadalupe River State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (On Sale Soon)

Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Jun 13
10:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Blanco State Park
Learn the basics of fishing and reel one in!
Jun 20
10:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Houston

Houston, TX - Dairy Ashford TPWD site
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jun 25
9:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training - Sea Center Texas

Sea Center Texas
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jun 27
8:45a
End Date

Kid Fish

Sea Rim State Park
Fish for reds and more at the Gulf!

July 2026

Jul 18
11:00a
End Date

Sea Center Shark Celebration

Sea Center Texas
See and touch real shark specimens; chat with shark experts; participate in a Shark Scavenger Hunt (prizes for the first 100 winners); search for shark teeth in the sand pit; get your face painted; create a shark-themed craft; purchase snacks from vendors; and more!
Jul 25
10:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Bass Pro Shops, Pearland

Pearland, TX - Bass Pro Shops
Become a Certified Anger Education Volunteer Instructor

August 2026

Aug 15
9:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - San Antonio

San Antonio, TX - Bass Pro Shop
Become a TPWD certified Angler Education Instructor

September 2026

Sep 26 End Date

National Hunting and Fishing Day

Guadalupe River State Park
Come celebrate the fishing park of Hunting and Fishing Day with us!

February 2027

Feb 13
9:00a
End Date

Kid Fish Event

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!

February 2028

Feb 12
9:00a
End Date

Kid Fish Event

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!

February 2029

Feb 10
9:00a
End Date

Kid Fish Event

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!

February 2030

Feb 9
9:00a
End Date

Kid Fish Event

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!

February 2031

Feb 8
9:00a
End Date

Kid Fish Event

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!

February 2032

Feb 14
9:00a
End Date

Kid Fish Event

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!

February 2033

Feb 12
9:00a
End Date

Kid Fish Event

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!