Calendar of Events

Brownsville Events

Events in and around the Brownsville area.

December 2025

Dec 6
5:30p
End Date

Night Ride

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join a park naturalist and explore the park after dark.
Dec 6
6:00p
End Date

Discovery Night

Estero Llano Grande State Park
A ranger-guided night hike which may include stargazing, alligators, pauraques, owls, scorpions, tarantulas, frogs, snakes, armadillos, or raccoons - it's a surprise for all of us!
Dec 7
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Dec 7
1:00p
End Date

Fishing for Beginners

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Get certified! Become a bona fide angler with Bentsen State Park. Open to all ages.
Dec 7
1:00p
End Date

Fishing for Beginners

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Get certified! Become a bona fide angler with Bentsen State Park. Open to all ages.
Dec 7
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Dec 10
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Dec 11
2:00p
End Date

Christmas Bird Count Training

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Always wanted to participate but were afraid to ask? Thursday December 11 from 2pm to 3pm we will make ourselves available to answer any questions you may have. In this 121st year of Christmas Bird Counts, take part in this effort! We want ** YOU ** as a new recruit!
Dec 11
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Dec 12
1:30p
End Date

Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Dec 13
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Dec 13
9:00a
End Date

Bentsen's 12 Days of Christmas Scavenger Hunt

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a fun holiday inspired scavenger hunt throughout the park!
Dec 13
9:00a
End Date

Birding 101

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Learn the basics of birding and what makes birdwatching such a popular hobby. No experience required!
Dec 13
2:00p
End Date

Nature Walk with Santa and Holiday Craft

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Santa will be on this Scavenger Hunt suitable for all ages and experience levels!
Dec 13
5:00p
End Date

Posada in the Park

Falcon State Park
Experience the joy of the season in South Texas!
Dec 14
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Dec 14
10:00a
End Date

Holiday Cheer with White-Tailed Deer

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Discover local deer species, explore how animals adapt to cold weather, and learn about hunter’s education and conservation in Texas
Dec 14
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Dec 15
8:30a
End Date

Wild Wellness

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Connect with nature through exercise and meditation.
Dec 17
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Dec 17
6:00p
End Date

Winter Speaker Series

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for an inspiring nature speaker series where each month brings a fresh topic, new voices, and exciting discoveries about the world around us.
Dec 18
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Dec 19
1:30p
End Date

Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Dec 20
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Dec 20
2:00p
End Date

Our Daytime Sky

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Astronomy is not just for night owls! Join us and discover some of the unique features of the daytime sky and the science behind them.
Dec 21
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Dec 21
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Dec 24
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Dec 25
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Dec 26 End Date

Christmas Bird Count

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join in and become a part of the National Audubon Society's 121st year of Christmas Bird Counts!
Dec 26
1:30p
End Date

Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Dec 27
8:30a
End Date

Coffee with the Birds

Falcon State Park
Need a break from the Holiday festivities? Enjoy some downtime with a cup of coffee and birdwatching.
Dec 27
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Dec 27
1:00p
End Date

Junior Ranger Club - Holiday Edition

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Fun activities for our future Rangers! Enjoy a nature walk, create your own ornament using native plants and learn the fascinating history about Christmas trees!
Dec 28
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Dec 28
2:00p
End Date

Electric Tram Tour

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Dec 31
8:30a
End Date

World Birding Center Birding Tours

Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.

January 2026

Jan 1
8:30a
End Date

First Day Hike - Start it Right!

Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on our annual First Day Hike, a fun way to fulfill those New Year resolutions!
Jan 1
9:00a
End Date

First Day Nature Hike

Falcon State Park
Begin the New Year with a guided hike in nature!
Jan 1
9:00a
End Date

First Day Hike

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Ring in the NEW year on this OLD trail.
Jan 1
1:30p
End Date

First Day Junior Ranger Nature Hike

Falcon State Park
Junior Rangers of all ages can start 2026 with a guided hike and earn a badge!
Jan 2
6:00a
End Date

Christmas Bird Count - Bentsen/Anzalduas

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Birders of all skill levels are invited to help survey birds in our count circle. Participation is free.