Holidays
December 2024
Dec
3
6:00p
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History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
4
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
5
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
6
9:00a
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Christmas at Old Fort Concho - Education Day
San Angelo, TX - Fort Concho National Historic Landmark
Kick off the holiday season by visiting Fort Concho’s largest annual event. Held during the first full weekend in December, Christmas at Old Fort Concho transforms the fort’s 40 acres and 24 buildings into a winter wonderland.
Dec
6
6:00p
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History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
6
6:00p
End Date
Mexia Christmas Parade
Fort Parker State Park
Get in the holiday spirit with a fun and fantastical parade through Downtown Mexia Texas!
Dec
6
6:00p
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Christmas at the Oasis
Balmorhea State Park
Take a stroll and enjoy the sights as the pool reflects our glittering lights!
Dec
7
9:00a
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Christmas at Old Fort Concho - Public Days
San Angelo, TX - Fort Concho National Historic Landmark
Kick off the holiday season by visiting Fort Concho’s largest annual event. Held during the first full weekend in December, Christmas at Old Fort Concho transforms the fort’s 40 acres and 24 buildings into a winter wonderland.
Dec
7
10:00a
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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
7
10:00a
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A Mother Neff Christmas
Mother Neff State Park
Join us for our annual holiday celebration in the park.
Dec
7
10:00a
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Dec
7
10:00a
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Make 'n' Take: Holiday Rock Art
Fort Parker State Park
Paint a rock masterpiece for yourself or a friend to spread a little holiday cheer!
Dec
7
10:00a
End Date
Holiday Ornament Workshop
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Feel the holiday spirit and join us at your convenience for our festive ornament workshop!
Dec
7
1:00p
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The Storied Past of Christmas
Mission Tejas State Park
How did early Texas pioneers celebrate Christmas? Where did the Santa Claus stories come from? Why do we decorate trees in our homes at this time? Join our park interpreter for a presentation on the history of Christmas and how the ways we celebrate this season have changed (or not!) over the years.
Dec
7
1:00p
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Mistletoe: Pucker-up for a Parasite
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Pretty holiday decoration or destructive parasite? Join Ranger Izzy and discover the dark truths about a beloved holiday tradition.
Dec
7
1:00p
End Date
Watercolor Holiday Cards
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
This holiday season, why not add a personal, artistic touch to your greetings?
Dec
7
1:00p
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Dec
7
2:00p
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Dec
7
2:00p
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Nature Walk with Santa
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join Santa and his favorite nature guide in a search for birds, unusual plants, butterflies, lizards and other native critters.
Dec
7
2:00p
End Date
Woodland Ornaments
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Join a Ranger to create holiday memories and ornaments!
Dec
7
3:30p
End Date
Dec
7
6:00p
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Dec
7
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
7
6:00p
End Date
Christmas at the Oasis
Balmorhea State Park
Take a stroll and enjoy the sights as the pool reflects our glittering lights!
Dec
7
7:00p
End Date
Christmas Campfire Story and S'mores
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Bring a blanket and settle in for a festive story read by a ranger, then make s'mores over our campfire.
Dec
8
10:00a
End Date
Christmas Photo Hunt
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join our rangers to get some tips on taking your own unique Christmas photos of the canyon!
Dec
8
1:00p
End Date
Holiday in the Park
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Bring your friends and family out to the park for this fun, free, and festive event!
Dec
8
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
9
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
10
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
11
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
12
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
13
End Date
Christmas in the Park!
Purtis Creek State Park
See the camp loop lit up like a winter wonderland and CAMP FOR FREE when you decorate your campsite!
Dec
13
2:00p
End Date
Santa's Workshop
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join us for a festive and informative session at Santa's Workshop, where we'll be crafting bird feeders and learning how to better care for our natural spaces!
Dec
13
5:00p
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Dec
13
5:30p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Atlanta State Park
Experience a Christmas Wonderland and meet Santa inside the Pineywoods of Atlanta State Park!
Dec
13
6:00p
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Dec
13
6:00p
End Date
Christmas in the Park 2024
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us for the 13th Annual Christmas in the Park!
Dec
13
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights- Activity Nights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Try some samples of hot chocolate before taking a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time, then try your hand at roping and see how candles were made!
Dec
13
6:00p
End Date
Christmas Light Up the Park Event
Bonham State Park
Bonham State Park's Annual Christmas Light Up the Park event. Drive through the campground and see the campsites decorated for the holiday season.
Dec
13
6:00p
End Date
The Lights at Liberty Grove: Cooper Lake Christmas in the Park
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Come drive through our Christmas event! The Liberty Grove campground will be decorated for the holiday season.
Dec
14
10:00a
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Dec
14
10:00a
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Dec
14
10:00a
End Date
A Simple Country Christmas
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join our festive holiday activities in the park!
Dec
14
10:00a
End Date
Ornament Scavenger Hunt
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Get ready for a festive adventure at our Ornament Scavenger Hunt!
Dec
14
10:00a
End Date
Holiday in the Park
Meridian State Park
Join us in spreading the holiday cheer and making wonderful memories in the great outdoors!
Dec
14
10:30a
End Date
Snowflakes and Stories
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
Get creative this holiday season with our fun and family-friendly snowflake craft activity!
Dec
14
11:00a
End Date
Reading and Hot Cocoa with Santa
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join Santa for his morning hot cocoa and coffee.
Dec
14
1:00p
End Date
Christmas with the Fishes
Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas for an underwater Christmas spectacular.
Dec
14
1:00p
End Date
Bentsen Holiday Fun Day
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Spend an afternoon with family filled with festive activities for all!
Dec
14
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
14
1:00p
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Wreathed in History
Mission Tejas State Park
Come to Mission Tejas and make your own Christmas wreath! Create a piece of art with an East Texas take on the holiday tradition as you learn about what wreaths have meant for the many different cultures that used them.
Dec
14
1:00p
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Dec
14
1:00p
End Date
Lakeside Christmas
Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker Holiday Celebration! Take pictures with the Christmas Beaver, make Christmas Ornaments, Play Games . . . Play Games . . . Play Games, and many other holiday festivities.
Dec
14
2:00p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for holiday magic on Saturday, December 14th!
Dec
14
2:00p
End Date
Christmas Crafts
Lockhart State Park
Join us to create nature-inspired Christmas cards and ornaments! Drop in any time between 2:00pm and 3:30pm.
Dec
14
2:00p
End Date
A Very Marshy Christmas
Sea Rim State Park
Watch Santa and Mrs. Claus ride in to Sea Rim State Park on an airboat and join them for hot cocoa, Christmas crafts and photo opportunities!
Dec
14
2:00p
End Date
Woodland Ornaments
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Make woodland ornaments with a ranger!
Dec
14
2:00p
End Date
Santa's Workshop
Pedernales Falls State Park
Help Santa's elves build gifts for all the good birdies!
Dec
14
2:00p
End Date
Dec
14
2:00p
End Date
Christmas Crafts
Abilene State Park
Thanksgiving is over! Come join us to make Christmas ornaments from recycled materials.
Dec
14
2:00p
End Date
Oh Deer! Reindeer Relatives?
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
We may not have reindeer in the park, but we have plenty of their relatives!
Dec
14
4:00p
End Date
Christmas Sunset Van Tour
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join us for a festive and educational Christmas Van Tour, where we’ll step back in time to explore the lives of cowboys and their families in the Texas Panhandle during the holiday season.
Dec
14
5:00p
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Dec
14
5:00p
End Date
Twinkle Tour 2024
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join us for our annual Twinkle Tour at Lake Tawakoni State Park. Enjoy all the festive Christmas lights and listen to a reading of The Night Before Christmas at the amphitheater.
Dec
14
5:00p
End Date
Holiday Party in the Lodge
Huntsville State Park
Join us for fun and festivities in Ravens Lodge at Huntsville State Park
Dec
14
5:00p
End Date
Dec
14
5:00p
End Date
A Very Wild Christmas Campfire
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Let's make some campfire favorites and make some Christmas stories!
Dec
14
5:30p
End Date
Santa's Workshop Showdown
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Feeling Competitive? Compete for the best Christmas lights in the North Poll aka Juniper and Walnut camping loops.
Dec
14
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! (Campsites are FULL)
Dec
14
5:30p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Atlanta State Park
Experience a Christmas Wonderland and meet Santa inside the Pineywoods of Atlanta State Park!
Dec
14
6:00p
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Dec
14
6:00p
End Date
5th Annual Holiday Light Drive-Thru
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Check out our camper's holiday spirit by taking a drive by lighted campsites and park buildings!
Dec
14
6:00p
End Date
Christmas in the Park 2024
Lake Whitney State Park
It's the most wonderful time of the year!
For camping, making holiday memories and inviting everyone to see homes on wheels decked out for Christmas.
Decorate your campsite for this weekend and you will save 20%.
Donations of non perishable food items are also being collected.
Voting slips will be handed to all that come to see the festive campers during the event timeline.
Dec
14
6:00p
End Date
Creekside Christmas
Village Creek State Park
See the park like never before! It will be illuminated with lights, lights, lights galore! There will be s'more roasting, hot chocolate, pictures with Santa and more! This event is FREE to the public so bring your families, neighbors and friends and let's share some holiday cheer.
Dec
14
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights- Activity Nights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Try some samples of hot chocolate before taking a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time, then try your hand at roping and see how candles were made!
Dec
14
6:00p
End Date
Christmas Light Up the Park Event
Bonham State Park
Bonham State Park's Annual Christmas Light Up the Park event. Drive through the campground and see the campsites decorated for the holiday season.
Dec
14
6:00p
End Date
Christmastime Constellations
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come see what constellations and other objects are found in our December sky!
Dec
14
6:00p
End Date
Posada
Big Bend Ranch State Park
🎊Experience the holiday traditions of the borderlands at our annual Posada at Fort Leaton!🎊
Dec
14
6:00p
End Date
Dec
14
6:00p
End Date
The Lights at Liberty Grove: Cooper Lake Christmas in the Park
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Come drive through our Christmas event! The Liberty Grove campground will be decorated for the holiday season.
Dec
14
6:00p
End Date
Resaca's Sweet 16
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Resaca de la Palma State Park's Sweet 16 Anniversary!
Dec
14
6:00p
End Date
Date changed: Christmas Campfire Stories
Martin Creek Lake State Park
Listen to a Christmas tale by a crackling campfire.
Dec
14
6:00p
End Date
Country Lights
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Drive, bike or walk thru the 200 camping loop to experience campsites adorned with holiday themed lights, sounds and decorations
Dec
14
6:00p
End Date
Dec
14
7:00p
End Date
Cross Timbers Cowboy Christmas – Music & Poetry
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Bring the whole family to the Lone Star Amphitheater and experience Christmas cowboy style.
Dec
15
10:00a
End Date
B.A.R.K. Ranger Christmas Hike
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Celebrate the season with our B.A.R.K. Ranger Christmas Hike!
Dec
15
5:30p
End Date
55th Annual Tree Lighting
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy this special tradition started 55 years ago by President and Mrs. Johnson.
Dec
15
5:30p
End Date
Christmas Full Moon Hike
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Experience the beauty and mystery of the season on our Christmas Full Moon Hike!
Dec
15
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
16
End Date
Elf on the Shelf: Scavenger Hunt
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Get ready for some festive fun with our Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt!
Dec
16
1:00p
End Date
RESCHEDULED: Lockhart State Park Taffy Pull
Lockhart State Park
Learn how to make a sweet holiday treat!
**UPDATE: This program has been rescheduled to 12/21/24. Sorry for the inconvenience!**
Dec
16
3:00p
End Date
RESCHEDULED: Christmas Crafts
Lockhart State Park
Join us to create nature-inspired Christmas cards and ornaments!
**UPDATE: This program has been rescheduled to 12/14/24. Sorry for the inconvenience!**
Dec
16
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
17
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
18
2:00p
End Date
Dec
18
6:00p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Daingerfield State Park
Start a new tradition with us by driving through the park lit up like Santa Land Wednesday through Saturday! You'll get to meet Santa himself on Friday and Saturday!
Dec
18
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
18
6:30p
End Date
Caroling In The Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Help spread holiday cheer by joining our group of carolers in song during an evening walk through the park.
Dec
19
10:00a
End Date
Christmas Ornament Craft
Join us at the Nature Center for a fun kids' craft to make Santa Fishing Bobbers and Popsicle Stick Reindeer just in time for your tree.
Dec
19
6:00p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Daingerfield State Park
Start a new tradition with us by driving through the park lit up like Santa Land Wednesday through Saturday! You'll get to meet Santa himself on Friday and Saturday!
Dec
19
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
20
End Date
Holiday Heritage Trail Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Take a hike on our self-guided Holiday Trail!
Dec
20
10:00a
End Date
Art in the Park: Tree Cookies
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Get ready to decorate the halls with a twist!
Dec
20
1:00p
End Date
Santa's Workshop
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Our feathered friends deserve gifts, too! Come help Santa’s elves make the perfect gift for your backyard birds.
Dec
20
2:00p
End Date
Texas Reindeer Relatives
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
We may not have reindeer in the park, but we’ve got plenty of deer who are practically ready for the sleigh!
Dec
20
6:00p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Daingerfield State Park
Start a new tradition with us by driving through the park lit up like Santa Land Wednesday through Saturday! You'll get to meet Santa himself on Friday and Saturday!
Dec
20
6:00p
End Date
Dec
20
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
21
9:00a
End Date
Home for the Holidays Hike
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
❄️Join us for a moderate 2-mile holiday hike through the stunning landscapes of Hueco Tanks!
Dec
21
9:00a
End Date
Where's Santa? Holiday Scavenger Hunt
Santa's reindeer have gone missing and are hiding all around Lake Whitney State Park. Join us for a fun filled scavenger hunt as we search for the iconic reindeer. Solve festive clues, use the map to follow their trail and uncover their secret hideouts. Every clue will bring you closer to reuniting the reindeer with Santa for a merry holiday celebration.
Dec
21
10:00a
End Date
Watercolor Holiday Cards
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Create a watercolor card for your loved ones this holiday season!
Dec
21
10:00a
End Date
A Lost Pines CCC Christmas
Bastrop State Park
Celebrate Christmas in the Lost Pines with an evening full of holly jolly good times in the park for the whole family!
Dec
21
10:00a
End Date
Dec
21
10:00a
End Date
Santa's List Hike
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join us for a magical Nature Walk with Santa as he embarks on a festive scavenger hunt to check off his Naughty and Nice List!
Dec
21
11:00a
End Date
Reading and Hot Cocoa with Santa
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join Santa for his morning hot cocoa and coffee.
Dec
21
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
21
1:00p
End Date
Dec
21
1:00p
End Date
Dec
21
2:00p
End Date
Holiday Gift for the Birds
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Show your backyard birds some love with a hand-decorated feeder!
Dec
21
2:00p
End Date
Santa's Workshop
Pedernales Falls State Park
Help Santa's elves build gifts for all the good birdies!
Dec
21
2:00p
End Date
Woodland Ornaments
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Make woodland ornaments with a ranger!
Dec
21
2:00p
End Date
Make 'n' Take: Holiday Rock Art
Fort Parker State Park
Paint a rock masterpiece for yourself or a friend to spread a little holiday cheer!
Dec
21
2:00p
End Date
Corn Husk Angels and S'mores
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join us for a heartwarming program on Corn Husk Angels and S'mores!
Dec
21
3:00p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Tell Santa your wish list, sip hot chocolate, color a greeting card, and join us for a very special Christmas night hike this December!
Dec
21
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
21
3:00p
End Date
Highland Lakes Holidays!
Inks Lake State Park
Join us for an afternoon of festive music, crafts, and hot chocolate!
Dec
21
4:00p
End Date
Dec
21
4:30p
End Date
Winter Solstice Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Celebrate the official start of winter on this evening hike.
Dec
21
5:30p
End Date
Solstice by the Sea
Galveston Island State Park
The stars at night, are big and bright....Deep in the heart of Texas!
Dec
21
5:30p
End Date
Winter Woodland Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a refreshing 1–2-mile hike as we celebrate the winter solstice!
Dec
21
6:00p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Daingerfield State Park
Start a new tradition with us by driving through the park lit up like Santa Land Wednesday through Saturday! You'll get to meet Santa himself on Friday and Saturday!
Dec
21
6:00p
End Date
Winter Solstice Night Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a walk over fields and through the woods on a starry (fingers crossed), moonless night...the longest night of the year.
Dec
21
6:00p
End Date
Holiday Festival of Lights
Inks Lake State Park
If you're camping with us on Dec. 21, please bring holiday decorations to brighten up your campsite!
Dec
21
6:00p
End Date
Christmastime Constellations
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come see what constellations and other objects are found in our December sky!
Dec
21
6:00p
End Date
Cowboy Christmas Music & Poetry
Copper Breaks State Park
Celebrate the season with our singing park rangers!
Dec
21
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
21
6:00p
End Date
Dec
21
6:00p
End Date
Dec
22
10:00a
End Date
Corn Husk Doll Ornaments
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Make a fun doll or ornament using corn husks and creativity!
Dec
22
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
23
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
24
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
25
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
26
9:00a
End Date
Boxing Day Bird Walk
Galveston Island State Park
Celebrate the season with a relaxing morning bird walk at Galveston Island State Park!
Dec
26
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
27
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
28
9:00a
End Date
Where's Santa? Holiday Scavenger Hunt
Santa's reindeer have gone missing and are hiding all around Lake Whitney State Park. Join us for a fun filled scavenger hunt as we search for the iconic reindeer. Solve festive clues, use the map to follow their trail and uncover their secret hideouts. Every clue will bring you closer to reuniting the reindeer with Santa for a merry holiday celebration.
Dec
28
11:30a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking Demo
Lockhart State Park
Celebrate the holiday season by joining us for a primer on outdoor cooking with a dutch oven!
Dec
28
2:00p
End Date
Dec
28
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
29
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
30
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
31
6:00p
End Date
History in Lights
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Take a walk through the history of Mission Espiritu Santo as lights and shadow transport you back in time.
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
Dec
31
11:30p
End Date
First Day Hike – Midnight Hike
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Welcome in the New Year and make a lifetime memory, outdoors! At Lake Mineral Wells State Park.
Dec
31
11:30p
End Date
First Day Hike: Midnight Kick-Off!
Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger for a midnight hike along the Wolfpen Trail to kick off the new year!
January 2025
Jan
1
End Date
First Day Honey Creek Guided Walks *Registration Required*
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek on our First Day Hikes!
Jan
1
End Date
Self-Guided First Day Nature Hikes
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience the great outdoors and join us for a self-guided First Day Hike!
Jan
1
7:30a
End Date
Self-Guided First Day Hike
Lockhart State Park
Feel like a hike, but at your own pace? We got you covered.
Jan
1
8:00a
End Date
Jan
1
8:30a
End Date
First Day Hike - Hackenburg Loop
Pedernales Falls State Park
It's your first hike of the year! Start it off along a river!
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
First Day Hike - Self-guided
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Kick off the New Year with a hike through nature
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
First Day Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Begin your year with a healthy dose of nature and start a new tradition at Stephen F. Austin State Park!
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Morning Hike
Lockhart State Park
Detox from holiday stress with a little help from nature!
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Hike! (Morning Hike)
Mission Tejas State Park
Kick-off the new year with a ranger-led hike!
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Hike! - Penitentiary Hollow Wild Walk
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Start your New Year in the great outdoors! Reservations required. Explore beautiful sandstone formations in remote areas only accessible on this guided hike.
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Hikes
Mother Neff State Park
Kick off the start of the new year by exploring the natural beauty of Mother Neff State Park.
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Hike - Opt Outside at the Closed Canyon
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Opt to be outside today as the new year starts. Begin with a hike of Closed Canyon.
Jan
1
10:30a
End Date
First Day Hike
South Llano River State Park
Start off the new year with a park ranger for a hike through the pecan bottom down to Buck Lake.
Jan
1
1:00p
End Date
First Day Hike - River Loop
Pedernales Falls State Park
It's your first hike of the year! Start it off along a river!
Jan
1
1:00p
End Date
Jan
1
2:00p
End Date
First Day Hike! (Afternoon Hike)
Mission Tejas State Park
Kick-off the new year with a ranger-led hike!
Jan
1
2:00p
End Date
First Day Hikes: Plants of Palmetto
Palmetto State Park
Join us this New Year Day to learn about some of the plants found in Palmetto SP.
Jan
1
2:00p
End Date
First Day Hike! - Penitentiary Hollow Wild Walk
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Start your New Year in the great outdoors! Explore beautiful sandstone formations in remote areas only accessible on this guided hike.
Jan
1
2:00p
End Date
First Day Animal Signs Bingo Hike
Lockhart State Park
Start your year off with an adventure to discover who pooped in the park and play a fun game of bingo on the trails!
Jan
1
3:00p
End Date
First Day Fossils!
Pedernales Falls State Park
It's your first hike of the year! Start it off with some fossils and scenic views!
Jan
2
7:00a
End Date
Christmas Bird Count - 101
Galveston Island State Park
Spend your holiday season contributing to the nation's longest-running community science bird project!
Jan
2
11:00a
End Date
Christmas Bird Count - 101
Galveston Island State Park
Spend your holiday season contributing to the nation's longest-running community science bird project!
December 2025
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
December 2026
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
December 2027
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
December 2028
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
December 2029
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?