Calendar of Events

Dallas/Fort Worth Events

Events in and around the Dallas/Fort Worth area.

August 2025

Aug 7
9:00a
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Cancelled - Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Cedar Hill State Park

Cedar Hill State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Aug 8
10:00a
End Date

Kayaking 101

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Learn to master the paddle and hit the water!
Aug 8
2:00p
End Date

Roadrunner Roundup

Eisenhower State Park
Come learn what makes roadrunners so great!
Aug 8
4:00p
End Date

Texoma Tarantulas

Eisenhower State Park
Come learn more about our 8-legged friends!!
Aug 8
8:00p
End Date

Night Creatures

Bonham State Park
Discover the wild side of Bonham State Park’ s nightlife.
Aug 8
8:00p
End Date

Full Moon Paddle

Tyler State Park
Get the best seat on the lake!
Aug 8
8:30p
End Date

UV Night Hike

Dinosaur Valley State Park
See Dinosaur Valley in a new light by finding out what nocturnal critters glow under UV!
Aug 8
8:30p
End Date

August Full Moon Hike

Cedar Hill State Park
Join us for a Full Moon Hike under the August Grain Moon!
Aug 9
8:00a
End Date

Big Summer Bio-Blitz

Cedar Hill State Park
Come join our rangers in exploring the nature of Duck Pond Trail
Aug 9
8:00a
End Date

Bird Outing

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Aug 9
9:00a
End Date

The Atlatl

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join a park ranger to learn about this ancient hunting tool
Aug 9
9:00a
End Date

B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike

Eisenhower State Park
Join the pack!
Aug 9
9:00a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Aug 9
9:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Lake Whitney State Park

Lake Whitney State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Aug 9
10:00a
End Date

CCC Boys: Their Stories

Bonham State Park
Learn how Bonham State Park was built and how the Boys lived in the CCC camps.
Aug 9
10:00a
End Date

Let's talk about the Perseid Meteor Shower

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Join us to learn about the Perseid Meteor Shower.
Aug 9
10:00a
End Date

Wildlife Viewing

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Learn some tips and tricks on viewing wildlife.
Aug 9
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug 9
11:00a
End Date

Critter Corner

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Use your senses to learn more about the wildlife roaming Dinosaur Valley!
Aug 9
11:00a
End Date

Make a TeePee

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us for a fun and creative craft session where you can design and build your very own miniature teepee!
Aug 9
1:00p
End Date

The Real McCoil: Snakes of Texas

Cedar Hill State Park
Learn the who's who of DFW snakes with a Ranger
Aug 9
2:00p
End Date

Mammals of Texas

Eisenhower State Park
Join a park ranger to get an up-close look at mammals in Texas!
Aug 9
2:00p
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Get an inside look at some of the mammals of the park. Which is the fastest or the furriest? You decide.
Aug 9
4:00p
End Date

More About S'mores

Eisenhower State Park
Have you ever wondered where s'mores came from?
Aug 9
5:00p
End Date

Slithering Snakes

Tyler State Park
Are they slimy?
Aug 9
5:30p
End Date

Solar S'mores

Purtis Creek State Park
Celebrate National S'mores Day with us!
Aug 9
7:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Purtis Creek State Park
What lives here? Come explore our collection and find out!
Aug 9
8:00p
End Date

Cowboy Campfire -Stories, Poetry and Songs

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Listening to Cowboy stories and learning about our cowboy heritage can be fun!”
Aug 9
8:00p
End Date

Night Hike

Tyler State Park
They are on the prowl!
Aug 9
8:30p
End Date

Nocturnal Magic

Purtis Creek State Park
Come learn what lurks in the shadows as the park comes to life at night!
Aug 10
8:30a
End Date

Journey into the Webs

Lake Tawakoni State Park
See some living history as thousands of spiders work to create a massive web that spans multiple trees.
Aug 10
9:00a
End Date

Grounded in Nature Walk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Stroll along with us as we explore the park in the morning, we'll listen to the birds chirp, the river babble, and take meditative breaks.
Aug 10
9:00a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Aug 10
9:00a
End Date

Disc Golf with a Ranger

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Play a round of disc golf
Aug 10
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug 10
11:00a
End Date

Journey into the Webs

Lake Tawakoni State Park
See some living history See some living history as thousands of spiders work to create a massive web that spans multiple trees
Aug 12
10:00a
End Date

Bird Walk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Head out on a hike to see if you can fill out your bingo card by finding all the birds hiding in the trees!
Aug 12
11:30a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug 15
2:00p
End Date

Animal Myths

Eisenhower State Park
Challenge what you know about nature's creatures!
Aug 15
2:30p
End Date

Junior Ranger Day

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join a Ranger for a fun, hands-on adventure to learn what it takes to become a Junior Ranger!
Aug 15
4:00p
End Date

Turtle Talk

Eisenhower State Park
From land to water, our turtles are vital to our ecosystem!
Aug 16
8:00a
End Date

Boots on the Trail: Veterans Hike and Resource Fair

Cedar Hill State Park
Get your boots ready for a fun day of movement, mindfulness, and meaningful connection at Cedar Hill State Park.
Aug 16
8:30a
End Date

Journey into the Webs

Lake Tawakoni State Park
See some living history as thousands of spiders work to create a massive web that spans multiple trees.
Aug 16
9:00a
End Date

The Atlatl

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join a park ranger to learn about this ancient hunting tool
Aug 16
9:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Cedar Hill State Park
Come learn how to fish at Cedar Hill State Park!
Aug 16
9:00a
End Date

Volunteer Workday

Eisenhower State Park
Let's work together to preserve our park's beauty!
Aug 16
9:00a
End Date

Pond Skimming (Macroinvertebrates)

Purtis Creek State Park
There's more than just fish in the lake!
Aug 16
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking

Purtis Creek State Park
Come check out what the Purtis Creek Dutch Oven Society is all about!
Aug 16
9:00a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Aug 16
9:00a
End Date

Coffee with the Birds- Birds Hike

Lake Whitney State Park
Bring your favorite brew and enjoy a peaceful hike filled with feathered chatter and nature’s beauty. This family-friendly event offers a chance to slow down and connect with the outdoors while enjoying birdwatching with a park staff and fellow nature enthusiasts.
Aug 16
10:00a
End Date

Camp Cooking Basics

Bonham State Park
Feast your eyes, and your tongue, on cooking options before your next adventure into the outdoors.
Aug 16
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug 16
10:00a
End Date

Nature Hike

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us on a guided hike to learn about many of the park's plants, animals, and some of its history.
Aug 16
10:30a
End Date

Jr. Ranger Journaling

Purtis Creek State Park
Learn about Leave No Trace and explore the wonders of nature!
Aug 16
11:00a
End Date

Skins, Skulls, and Animal adaptations

Bonham State Park
Have you ever wondered what the fur of wild animals felt like? Now's your chance to find out!
Aug 16
11:00a
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Come discover some of the amazing creatures found here at the park and have a chance to interact with real skins and skulls!
Aug 16
11:00a
End Date

Create a Constellation

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Get creative and write your own story in the stars!
Aug 16
2:00p
End Date

Frontier Tea Party

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us as we step back in time with Tea.
Aug 16
2:00p
End Date

Spiders of Lake Tawakoni

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Learn about why spiders are such an important part of nature and the history of Lake Tawakoni State Park!
Aug 16
2:00p
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join to us view skins and skulls of animals that live in the park.
Aug 16
2:30p
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Ever wondered which mammal is the fastest or the furriest? Come decide for yourself.
Aug 16
3:00p
End Date

Frog Chorus

Eisenhower State Park
Sing like the frogs!
Aug 16
8:45p
End Date

Stargazing

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Enjoy our dark skies!
Aug 16
9:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Aug 16
9:30p
End Date

Starry Night at the Park

Fort Boggy State Park
Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars as we witness one of nature’s most dazzling shows — the Perseid Meteor Shower!
Aug 17
8:30a
End Date

Journey into the Webs

Lake Tawakoni State Park
See some living history as thousands of spiders work to create a massive web that spans multiple trees.
Aug 17
9:00a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Aug 17
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug 17
11:00a
End Date

Journey into the Webs

Lake Tawakoni State Park
See some living history See some living history as thousands of spiders work to create a massive web that spans multiple trees
Aug 17
11:00a
End Date

River Romp

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come along as we walk the Paluxy River Trail in search of dinosaur tracks!
Aug 22
8:00a
End Date

Paddle Around

Tyler State Park
Time to get on the water!
Aug 22
4:00p
End Date

Skull Detectives

Eisenhower State Park
Think you're a bone-afide expert on animal skulls?
Aug 22
6:30p
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug 22
7:30p
End Date

Overlook Hike

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come take a walk to the Overlook with us and discover the many species that call Dino Valley home!
Aug 22
8:00p
End Date

Summer Night Sky

Bonham State Park
Night sky viewing
Aug 22
8:00p
End Date

Charting the Stars

Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to craft a star chart & explore the constellations!
Aug 22
8:30p
End Date

Nocturnal Critters (RSVP)

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join a ranger on an after-hours dark hike on one of our trails!
Aug 22
9:00p
End Date

Night Hike

Eisenhower State Park
Let's go on a nighttime adventure!
Aug 23
7:00a
End Date

Early Morning Guided Hike

Purtis Creek State Park
Beat the heat and learn about the plants and animals of Purtis Creek while hiking!
Aug 23
8:00a
End Date

Kayak n Clean

Tyler State Park
Help make our lake a better place one piece at a time!
Aug 23
8:30a
End Date

Birding 101

Purtis Creek State Park
What's that chirp?
Aug 23
9:00a
End Date

Painted Wings at Lake Whitney State Park

Lake Whitney State Park
A flutter of color awaits! Join us for Painted Wings at Lake Whitney State Park, a colorful, family-friendly educational program to learn all about our native butterflies. Learn about the fascinating life cycles, habits, and local species of these delicate pollinators.
Aug 23
9:00a
End Date

Art in the Park

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Let loose your inner artist!
Aug 23
9:00a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Aug 23
9:30a
End Date

Fishing 101

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Learn the basics of fishing with a Ranger!
Aug 23
10:00a
End Date

Water Wonders

Fort Boggy State Park
Water, water everywhere... If over 70% of the Earth is covered by water, why is it so important to conserve it?
Aug 23
10:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Day

Bonham State Park
Join a Ranger for a fun, hands-on adventure to learn what it takes to become a Junior Ranger!
Aug 23
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug 23
10:00a
End Date

Nature Hike

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us on a guided hike to learn about many of the park's plants, animals, and some of its history.
Aug 23
10:00a
End Date

Birding 101

Tyler State Park
Let's spread our wings!
Aug 23
11:00a
End Date

Junior Ranger Academy

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn to think like a real park ranger!
Aug 23
12:00p
End Date

Tails on the Trails

Eisenhower State Park
Take a rescue pup on an adventure!
Aug 23
2:00p
End Date

Intro to Basket Weaving

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Escape the heat, and learn this timeless craft indoors!
Aug 23
2:00p
End Date

Tree Stories

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Every tree has a tale to tell. Explore the life cycle of trees and hear the story of a remarkable oak at Lake Tawakoni State Park
Aug 23
2:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
SSSnakes share our trails, craft with us and learn some tips and tricks to sharing a trail with snakes.
Aug 23
2:00p
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join to us view skins and skulls of animals that live in the park.
Aug 23
7:00p
End Date

Movie Screening: Lights Out For Wildlife!

Cedar Hill State Park
Enjoy a free screening and Q&A session for the Lights Out For Wildlife! Documentary
Aug 23
8:00p
End Date

Owl Prowl

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Did you ever hear or see an owl at night?. . . Here is a good opportunity!
Aug 23
8:00p
End Date

Let's Celebrate the Moon, Stars and Planets Together!

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes. Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
Aug 23
9:00p
End Date

Back to School Blacklighting

Cedar Hill State Park
Join our staff for a moon-lit evening as we explore some of our park's most mysterious residents.
Aug 23
9:00p
End Date

Star Party

Eisenhower State Park
Join a park ranger for an evening under the stars!
Aug 24
8:30a
End Date

Journey into the Webs

Lake Tawakoni State Park
See some living history as thousands of spiders work to create a massive web that spans multiple trees.
Aug 24
9:00a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Aug 24
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug 24
11:00a
End Date

Critter Corner

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Use your senses to learn more about the wildlife roaming Dinosaur Valley!
Aug 24
11:00a
End Date

Journey into the Webs

Lake Tawakoni State Park
See some living history See some living history as thousands of spiders work to create a massive web that spans multiple trees
Aug 28
2:00p
End Date

Homeschool Program

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents.
Aug 29
8:30a
End Date

Adaptations!

Tyler State Park
What is your superpower?
Aug 29
9:00a
End Date

Photo Scavenger Hunt - Self Guided Program

Eisenhower State Park
Snap, Click, Scavenger Hunt!!
Aug 29
2:00p
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Eisenhower State Park
Discover the fun of fishing at the Striper Capital of the World!
Aug 29
8:00p
End Date

A Shot in the Dark: Night Photography

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Kailee and special guests for a hands-on, beginner friendly, night photography adventure.
Aug 30
9:00a
End Date

The Atlatl

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join a park ranger to learn about this ancient hunting tool
Aug 30
9:00a
End Date

Grounded in Nature Walk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Stroll along with us as we explore the park in the morning, we'll listen to the birds chirp, the river babble, and take meditative breaks.
Aug 30
9:00a
End Date

Summer Color! Storybook on the Trail

Lake Whitney State Park
Step into a vibrant world of storytelling with “Summer Color!”, a delightful children’s book by Diana Murray & Zoey Persico. Follow the Two Bridges Trail as you read this amazing story, come and watch it come alive alongside the colors of nature that inspired it. This immersive storybook hike invites families and readers of all ages to explore the outdoors through a joyful, colorful tale.
Aug 30
9:00a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Aug 30
9:00a
End Date

Fishing with the Ranger

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Fish tales told here!
Aug 30
9:00a
End Date

Bingo Hike - Self Guided

Eisenhower State Park
Looking for a unique outdoor experience?
Aug 30
9:00a
End Date

A Walk Through Time

Tyler State Park
Let's jump into the time machine and travel to the past
Aug 30
10:00a
End Date

Fun & Games Outpost

Bonham State Park
Play, laugh, and have fun with activities handed down through the generations.
Aug 30
10:00a
End Date

Archery 101

Cedar Hill State Park
Come out and learn the fundamentals of archery at Cedar Hill State Park!
Aug 30
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug 30
10:00a
End Date

Nature Hike

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us on a guided hike to learn about many of the park's plants, animals, and some of its history.
Aug 30
11:00a
End Date

All About Mammals

Tyler State Park
What is a mammal?
Aug 30
1:00p
End Date

Fishing with the Ranger

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join us learning the basics of fishing. All ages and stages welcome. No experience required!
Aug 30
2:00p
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join to us view skins and skulls of animals that live in the park.
Aug 30
7:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Purtis Creek State Park
What lives here? Come explore our collection and find out!
Aug 30
7:30p
End Date

Nightlife Talk & Walk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Hear about the critters that come out at night, then we'll try to find them!
Aug 30
8:30p
End Date

Insect Extravaganza!

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Observe the diverse insects found right here at Dinosaur Valley under UV light!
Aug 30
8:30p
End Date

Park At Dark

Purtis Creek State Park
Come experience the park at night!
Aug 30
9:00p
End Date

Stargazing the Texas Night Sky

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“The stars at night are big and bright …” Learn more about one of Texas’ best natural resources – the night sky.
Aug 30
9:30p
End Date

Light Painting at Night

Fort Boggy State Park
Create Magical Light Art with Just Your Phone!
Aug 31
9:00a
End Date

Patriotic Duck Scramble Hunt

Lake Whitney State Park
Can you crack the word code? Come celebrate Labor Day with a festive Patriotic Duck Scramble! Hunt for red, white and blue-themed duckies hidden along the scenic Two Bridges Trail. Collect all 12 letters from each duck to solve a surprise word scramble and unlock a special holiday message.
Aug 31
9:00a
End Date

Storybook Stroll

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Aug 31
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug 31
11:00a
End Date

Create a Constellation

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Get creative and write your own story in the stars!

September 2025

Sep 6 End Date

Christmas in the Park Campsite Reservations

Tyler State Park
Join in the festivities!
Sep 6
9:30a
End Date

Lake Mineral Wells State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Registration Open)

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Sep 6
10:00a
End Date

Archery 101

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Come shoot some arrows!
Sep 6
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Sep 13
9:00a
End Date

TPWD Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck Sack Walk

Cedar Hill State Park
Come out to join us for a Ruck Sack walk along the Talala Trail!
Sep 13
9:00a
End Date

Girl Scouts Love State Parks

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Dinosaur Valley is happy to announce we will be partnering with Girl Scouts Love State Parks again!
Sep 13
8:00p
End Date

Let's Celebrate the Moon, Stars and Planets Together!

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes. Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
Sep 20
8:00a
End Date

Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Carry the Weight: Ruck Together to Combat Veteran Suicide.
Sep 20
8:30a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Weatherford

Weatherford, TX - Weatherford Public Safety
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Sep 20
9:00a
End Date

Volunteer Workday

Eisenhower State Park
Let's work together to preserve our park's beauty!
Sep 20
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
Sep 20
10:00a
End Date

Cooking up History

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us as we explore how campsite cooking has changed from the Texas frontier days to today.
Sep 20
10:00a
End Date

Deaf Outdoors Day

Cedar Hill State Park
Discover your park with ASL interpreters!
Sep 20
7:15p
End Date

Charting the Stars

Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to craft a star chart & explore the constellations!
Sep 20
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Sep 25
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Program

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents.
Sep 26
6:30p
End Date

Eisenhower State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Registration Open)

Eisenhower State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Sep 26
8:00p
End Date

Summer Night Sky

Bonham State Park
Night sky viewing

October 2025

Oct 3
6:30p
End Date

Cooper Lake State Park: Doctors Creek Unit | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Registration Open)

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct 4
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Oct 4
3:00p
End Date

Nocturnal Nibbles

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
What hoots in the dark and swallows its dinner whole?
Oct 18
10:00a
End Date

Harvest Heritage Festival

Cedar Hill State Park
Get ready for food, fun, and games at Cedar Hill State Park's biggest annual event!
Oct 18
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
Oct 18
10:00a
End Date

Horrors of Frontier Medicine

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Get your October started right by diving into the chilling world of 19th-century medicine.
Oct 18
10:00a
End Date

State Park Spook-Tacular

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join rangers all day and celebrate Halloween!
Oct 18
5:00p
End Date

Boo in the Park 2025

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Welcome to our annual "Boo in the Park" celebration! Come out to see the decorated campsites and trick or treat!
Oct 18
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Oct 22
9:00a
End Date

Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Possum Kingdom State Park

Possum Kingdom State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Oct 24
7:00p
End Date

Haunted History Walk

Cedar Hill State Park
Are the rumors of Penn Farm's haunted nature true? Come out to our haunted history walk to find out!
Oct 25
9:30a
End Date

Dinosaur Valley State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Registration Open)

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct 25
10:00a
End Date

B.A.R.K. Ranger Halloween Hike

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us for a howlin’ good time for our B.A.R.K. ranger Halloween hike!
Oct 25
12:00p
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Creature Features

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Grab your spookiest friends and stop by the different booths highlighting cool animal adaptations on Saturday, October 25th in celebration of Halloween!
Oct 25
5:00p
End Date

Trick-or-Treating

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Get ready for a spook-tacular time at our annual Trick-or-Treat in the Park!
Oct 25
5:00p
End Date

Spooky Stories with a Ranger

Tyler State Park
Come prepared for a scare!
Oct 25
5:00p
End Date

2nd Annual Halloween in the Park at Lake Whitney State Park

Lake Whitney State Park
2nd Annual Halloween in the Park at Lake Whitney State Park is creeping up! Join us for a night of frightful fun and festive chills on the Horseshoe Loop & Towash Forest trail! Don your costumes and bring your courage—it’s going to be a hauntingly good time!
Oct 25
5:00p
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Parktober Camping Reservations

Tyler State Park
Spooky season has taken over!
Oct 25
5:30p
End Date

Costume Contest!

Tyler State Park
Put your creativity to the test!
Oct 25
6:00p
End Date

Parktober Trick or Treat

Tyler State Park
Trick or Treat through the park!
Oct 25
8:00p
End Date

Let's Celebrate the Moon, Stars and Planets Together!

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes. Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
Oct 30
10:00a
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Homeschool Program

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents.

November 2025

Nov 1
10:00a
End Date

Coffee with a Ranger

Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Nov 1
2:00p
End Date

Archery 101

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Come shoot some arrows!
Nov 8
10:00a
End Date

Dino-bility Day!

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate inclusion, adventure, and the great outdoors at Dino-bility Day - a fun-filled, accessible event for all ages and abilities!
Nov 12
9:00a
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Project WILD Workshop - Dallas

Cedar Hill State Park
Professional development for science educators attending the STAT-CAST conference
Nov 15
9:00a
End Date

Living History Day

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
History comes to life at Fort Richardson!
Nov 15
9:30a
End Date

Cedar Hill State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Registration Open)

Cedar Hill State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Nov 15
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven 101

Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
Nov 15
7:00p
End Date

Let's Stargaze in the Park

Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park as you explore the galaxy by star maps, laser pointers and telescope. Retired national park ranger/astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars with fascinating facts.
Nov 15
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Nov 22
6:30p
End Date

Star Party

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
The stars are calling, maybe your extraterrestrial friend is too!
Nov 29
11:00a
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Frontier Candle Dipping

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Step back in time and experience how frontier families lit their homes, one candle at a time.

December 2025

Dec 12
5:00p
End Date

A Pineywoods Christmas

Tyler State Park
Enjoy our Trail of Lights with your loved ones!
Dec 13
5:00p
End Date

Twinkle Tour 2025

Lake Tawakoni State Park
🎄✨ Mark your calendars – Twinkle Tour 2025 is lighting up the park on Saturday, December 13, 2025, and we can’t wait to see your campsites sparkle! RESERVATIONS START JUNE 18 AT 10:30AM
Dec 13
5:00p
End Date

A Pineywoods Christmas

Tyler State Park
Enjoy our Trail of Lights with your loved ones!
Dec 20
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
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?

January 2026

Jan 24
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

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

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?

January 2027

Jan 23
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

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

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?

January 2028

Jan 22
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

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

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?

January 2029

Jan 27
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

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

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?

January 2030

Jan 26
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

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