Brownsville Events

Events in and around the Brownsville area.

September 2026

Sep 7

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 7

6:00p

End Date

Join a park naturalist and ride along for a tram tour featuring the wildlife and history of Bentsen - RGV State Park! RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. Call park headquarters at (956) 584-9156 to save your spots!

Sep 8

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 9

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.

Sep 9

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 10

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 10

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.

Sep 11

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 11

10:30a

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!

Sep 11

8:00p

End Date

Night Ride

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Join a park naturalist and explore the park after dark.

Sep 12

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.

Sep 12

9:00a

End Date

Morning Tram Tour (AM)

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Sep 12

9:00a

End Date

Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Outdoor Skills Discovery

Join us for a morning of hands-on outdoor fun. Learn new skills, explore the park, and make memories with fellow Girl Scouts.

Sep 12

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 13

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 13

11:00a

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.

Sep 13

6:00p

End Date

Discovery Tram Tour (PM)

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Sep 14

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 15

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 16

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.

Sep 16

9:00a

End Date

Wild Wellness

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Connect with nature through exercise and meditation. Reservations are required. Please call (956) 584-9156 to save your spot!

Sep 16

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 17

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 17

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.

Sep 18

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 18

10:30a

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!

Sep 18

6:00p

End Date

Discovery Tram Tour (PM)

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Sep 19

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.

Sep 19

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 19

7:00p

End Date

Star Stories

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Is our fate written in the stars? Which stars steal the show? Join in on some stellar storytelling of the night sky.

Sep 19

8:00p

End Date

Discovery Night

Estero Llano Grande State Park

A two-hour hike at night, led by knowledgeable rangers. You've seen the park in the daytime, now see it at night!

Sep 20

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 21

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 22

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 23

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.

Sep 23

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 24

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 24

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.

Sep 25

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 25

10:30a

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!

Sep 26 End Date

Bentsen Outdoor Skills Showcase

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

🎉 An exciting day for fun, games, and getting to know the outdoors!

Sep 26

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.

Sep 26

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 27

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 28

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 29

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Sep 30

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.

Sep 30

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

October 2026

Oct 1

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 1

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.

Oct 2

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 3

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.

Oct 3

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 4

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 5

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 6

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 7

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 8

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 8

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.

Oct 9

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 10

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 11

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 12

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 13

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 14

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 15

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 15

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.

Oct 16

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 17

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 18

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 19

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 20

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 21

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 22

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 22

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.

Oct 23

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 24

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 25

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 26

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 27

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 28

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 29

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 30

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.

Oct 31

9:00a

End Date

Hawk Watch

Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.