Dallas/Fort Worth Events
Events in and around the Dallas/Fort Worth area.
August 2026
Aug
1
8:00a
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Fun in the Sun Nature Hunt
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Explore the park at your own pace with a fun self-guided scavenger hunt!
Aug
21
9:00a
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Aug
21
9:00a
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Aug
21
2:00p
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Aug
21
7:00p
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Aug
21
9:00p
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Aug
22
9:00a
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Aug
22
9:00a
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The Atlatl: A Hurl into the Past
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join rangers to discover the atlatl and practice your skills!
Aug
22
9:00a
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August Fishing 101 (Registration Required)
Cedar Hill State Park
Come learn how to fish at Cedar Hill State Park!
Aug
22
9:00a
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Stay Cool with Daddy-Long-Legs
Mother Neff State Park
If you’ve visited Mother Neff in the summer, you’ve likely seen clusters of daddy-long-legs gathered in Tonkawa Cave. Join a ranger to discover more about these fascinating creatures.
Aug
22
9:00a
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Coffee with the Birds - Bird Walk
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy a relaxing morning walk along the Towash Forest Trail while sipping your favorite coffee and discovering the beautiful birds that call Lake Whitney State Park home.
Aug
22
9:30a
End Date
Archery 101 (Registration Required) - SPOTS OPEN
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Learn the basics of archery from a ranger!
Aug
22
10:00a
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Aug
22
10:00a
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Skins and Skulls
Bonham State Park
Come and see some of the different skins and skulls of some of the animals in the park!
Aug
22
10:00a
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Digging Up the Past
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us to uncover the mysteries of archaeology in state parks!
Aug
22
10:45a
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Aug
22
1:00p
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Home on the Plains: Penn Farm Tour
Cedar Hill State Park
Living life on the Texas prairie was always an adventure!
Aug
22
2:00p
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Aug
22
2:00p
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Pack-a-Wagon
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Ever wondered if you would have survived the Oregon Trail?
Aug
22
2:00p
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Skins and Skulls
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join to us view skins and skulls of animals that live in the park.
Aug
22
2:00p
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Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug
22
3:00p
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If Trees Could Talk
Eisenhower State Park
Take a walk through history with some of nature's oldest storytellers.
Aug
22
7:00p
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Aug
22
8:30p
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Aug
22
8:30p
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Insect Extravaganza
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Explore the diverse insects found right here at Dinosaur Valley under UV light!
Aug
23
10:00a
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Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug
23
8:00p
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Aug
27
8:00p
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August Full Moon Hike
Cedar Hill State Park
Join us for a Full Moon Hike under the August Corn Moon!
Aug
28
7:30a
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Aug
28
9:00a
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Aug
28
2:00p
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Aug
28
9:00p
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Aug
28
9:00p
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Aug
29
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Aug
29
9:00a
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Aug
29
9:00a
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Aug
29
9:00a
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Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Become a Texas Parks and Wildlife Certified Angler Education Instructor
Aug
29
10:00a
End Date
Drop-In Archery 101
Cedar Hill State Park
Come out and try your hand at archery at Cedar Hill State Park!
Aug
29
10:00a
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Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug
29
10:00a
End Date
CCC Living History Hike
Bonham State Park
Come and join us for a hike on the Bois d'Arc Trail and learn how the History of the CCC still lives in the park today!
Aug
29
10:00a
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Build-a-CCC Table
Mother Neff State Park
Learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps and how they built Mother Neff State Park and even build your own table!
Aug
29
10:00a
End Date
Digging Up the Past
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us to uncover the mysteries of archaeology in state parks!
Aug
29
11:00a
End Date
Bird Bingo Guided Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn the basics of birding and join a ranger on a birding adventure.
Aug
29
2:00p
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Paleo-Palooza
Eisenhower State Park
Step back in time and uncover the ancient history hidden beneath your feet!
Aug
29
2:00p
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Aug
29
2:00p
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Skins and Skulls
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join to us view skins and skulls of animals that live in the park.
Aug
29
3:00p
End Date
Aug
29
6:00p
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Jr. Ranger Explorers
Purtis Creek State Park
Learn about Leave No Trace and explore the wonders of nature!
Aug
29
7:00p
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Aug
29
8:30p
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Full Moon Hike
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Strap on you boots and join a ranger for a guided hike celebrating the full moon.
Aug
29
8:30p
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Aug
29
9:00p
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Aug
30
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Aug
30
8:30a
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Red Loop Trail Hike
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Hike the Red Loop Trail and see where history meets nature.
Aug
30
9:30a
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Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Aug
30
9:30a
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Aug
30
11:00a
End Date
Bird Bingo Guided Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn the basics of birding and join a ranger on a birding adventure.
September 2026
Sep
5
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Sep
5
9:00a
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Dutch Oven Demo
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Someone is cooking something tasty! Come learn from the pros about the versatility of cooking in a Dutch oven!
Sep
5
10:00a
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Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
5
11:00a
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Sep
5
3:30p
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Sep
6
9:30a
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Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
6
11:00a
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Backyard Bass
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn the basics of fishing with this kid-friendly activity!
Sep
6
2:00p
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Watercolor with the Dinosaurs
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Be inspired by the beauty of Dinosaur Valley!
Sep
12
8:00a
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Bird Outing
Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Sep
12
9:00a
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Beginning Fly Fishing Class - Lewisville
Lewisville, TX - Lake Lewisville Environmental Learning Center
Learn basic fly fishing skills in a fun, free, hands-on class!
Sep
12
9:30a
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Lake Critters Discovery
Fort Boggy State Park
Calling all local Girl Scouts who love exploration and nature! Did you know insects can help us determine water quality and are a huge part of the ecosystem? Let’s explore what type of water dwelling insects are in Sullivan Lake!
All Girl Scout troops, individual Scouts, and Girl Scouts’ families and friends are invited to participate!
Sep
12
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
12
7:00p
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Trail Songs & Campfire Stories
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join a park ranger for cowboy music and storytelling!
Sep
12
8:00p
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Sep
12
8:00p
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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.
Sep
12
8:30p
End Date
Star Party
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Come look through telescopes and learn about the night sky from experts!
Sep
13
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
18
5:30p
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Writing the US Constitution: What is an Oak Gall?
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Our Founding Fathers used oak gall ink to write and sign the US Constitution on September 17, 1787. What is a gall? And how do you turn it into ink? Come find out!
Sep
19
8:00a
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Veteran Mental Health Awareness Ruck and Event
Tyler State Park
A hike for our brothers and sisters in arms
Sep
19
9:00a
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Birding 101 Hike
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Do you know a Girl Scout that loves birds? Bring them out to discover the birds of Palo Pinto Mountains State Park on this Ranger-guided hike!
Sep
19
1:30p
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Toxic Trivia
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Come test your knowledge on identifying poisonous plants & venomous animals!
Sep
19
7:00p
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Sep
19
7:00p
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Leave No Trace Hike
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
If you know a Girl Scout looking to earn their Leave No Trace badge, we've got the program for you!
Sep
19
7:30p
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Sep
19
8:30p
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Insect Extravaganza
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Explore the diverse insects found right here at Dinosaur Valley under UV light!
Sep
20
9:00a
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Sensory Friendly Hike - Registration Required*
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Experience the beauty of nature in a welcoming and accommodating environment!
Sep
20
11:00a
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Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
25
6:45p
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Sep
26
9:00a
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Guided Trail Ride (Registration Required)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Bring your horse to explore our iconic terrain with a guide!
Sep
26
9:00a
End Date
Veteran Mental Health Awareness Ruck Hike
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Come together in support of our veterans for a meaningful 1.8-mile Ruck Hike
Sep
26
10:00a
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Sep
26
2:00p
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Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
26
8:00p
End Date
Yoga Under the Harvest Moon
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Connect with nature through yoga and mindfulness under a full moon.
Sep
27
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
October 2026
Oct
1
2:00p
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Oct
10
10:00a
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East Texas Fire and Nature Festival - 3rd Annual
Nature Center Wildlife Management Area
Join Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and our partners for a free event all about nature, prescribed fire and how it benefits humans and wildlife alike!
Oct
10
8:00p
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Oct
10
8:00p
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Star Party
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Come look through telescopes and learn about the night sky from experts!
Oct
10
8:00p
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.
Oct
15
9:00a
End Date
Project WILD Workshop - Denison
Eisenhower State Park
Professional development for anyone who works in education with children or the public, including teachers, homeschoolers, informal educators, and scout leaders
Oct
17
11:00a
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
17
5:00p
End Date
Boo in the Park 2026
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Sign up to decorate your campsite or come trick or treating!
Oct
17
8:30p
End Date
Insect Extravaganza
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Explore the diverse insects found right here at Dinosaur Valley under UV light!
Oct
24
10:00a
End Date
B.A.R.K. Ranger Halloween Scavenger Hunt
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us for a howlin’ good time!
Oct
24
2:00p
End Date
Archery 101 (Registration Required)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Learn the basics of archery from a ranger!
Oct
24
5:00p
End Date
Trick or Treating in the Park
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
24
7:00p
End Date
Haunted History Hike (Registration Required)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Come hike and hear the haunting tales of the hills in Palo Pino Mountains State Park!
Oct
30
7:00p
End Date
Haunted History Hike (Registration Required)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Come hike and hear the haunting tales of the hills in Palo Pino Mountains State Park!
Oct
30
7:30p
End Date
Sounds of the Night
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Come out and hear examples of our nightlife.
Oct
31
12:00p
End Date
State Park Spook-Tacular
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join rangers to celebrate Halloween all day long!
Oct
31
7:00p
End Date
Haunted History Hike (Registration Required)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Come hike and hear the haunting tales of the hills in Palo Pino Mountains State Park!
Oct
31
7:30p
End Date
Halloween in the Park: Haunted Hike 2026
Lake Whitney State Park
The trails around Lake Whitney State Park grow restless as October draws near… as horror looks you right between the eyes on Halloween night!
If you crave true chills, shadowy figures drifting between the trees, and whispers that follow you, if your dare! this is your invitation to walk on the haunted “Two Bridges Trail”.
Step into a 1 mile Haunted Hike where the darkness feels alive, the wind carries secrets, and every snap of a twig might not be just the woods… but something watching YOU!
November 2026
Nov
7
10:00a
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Dino-bility Day!
Dinosaur Valley State Park
You’re invited to join us at Dinosaur Valley State Park for our 2nd annual Dino-bility Day - a celebration of accessibility, community, and outdoor recreation for people of all abilities!
Nov
7
6:30p
End Date
Star Party
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Come look through telescopes and learn about the night sky from experts!
Nov
13
9:00a
End Date
Living History Days
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
History comes to life at Fort Richardson!
Nov
13
1:00p
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Homeschool Living History Afternoon
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
History comes to life at Fort Richardson!
Nov
13
7:00p
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Haunted History Hike (Registration Required)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Come hike and hear the haunting tales of the hills in Palo Pino Mountains State Park!
Nov
14
9:00a
End Date
Living History Days
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
History comes to life at Fort Richardson!
Nov
14
7:00p
End Date
Star Party 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
26
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Nov
26
8:00a
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Turkey Trot 2026
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Ready, set… GOBBLE!
December 2026
Dec
11
5:00p
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Dec
12
9:00a
End Date
Growing Up WILD Workshop - DFW
Combine, TX - John Bunker Sands Wetland Center
Professional development for anyone who works with young children including early childcare professionals, teachers, homeschool parents, and more.
Dec
12
9:00a
End Date
Kids Fishing Derby
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Grab the kids and head out to Quarry Lake, freshly stocked and ready for fishing fun!
Dec
12
1:00p
End Date
Lakeside Christmas
Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore! Win prizes!
Dec
12
5:00p
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Dec
12
5:00p
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Ghost of Christmas Past
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Stroll through the fort and observe the “ghosts” of cavalry soldiers and their families as they celebrate Christmas inside the historic commanding officer's house from the 1870s.
Dec
12
8:00p
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Dec
18
6:00p
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Trail of Lights
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Join us for the 4th Annual Trail of Lights!
Dec
19
5:00p
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Twinkle Tour 2026
Lake Tawakoni State Park
🎄✨ Mark your calendars – Twinkle Tour 2026 is lighting up the park on Saturday, December 19, 2026, and we can’t wait to see your campsites sparkle! RESERVATIONS START JUNE 10 AT 10:00AM
Dec
19
6:00p
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Trail of Lights
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Join us for the 4th Annual Trail of Lights!
Dec
31
5:30p
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New Year's Eve: Sunset Reflections
Fort Parker State Park
Enjoy the sunset reflecting on Fort Parker Lake, reflect on the past or upcoming year, or paint the scene in watercolor.
Dec
31
6:30p
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New Year's Eve: Night Hike
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s night hike with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Explore the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light!
February 2027
Feb
13
9:00a
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December 2027
Dec
11
1:00p
End Date
Lakeside Christmas
Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore! Win prizes!
Dec
31
5:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Sunset Reflections
Fort Parker State Park
Enjoy the sunset reflecting on Fort Parker Lake, reflect on the past or upcoming year, or paint the scene in watercolor.
Dec
31
6:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Night Hike
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s night hike with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Explore the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light!
February 2028
Feb
12
9:00a
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December 2028
Dec
9
1:00p
End Date
Lakeside Christmas
Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore! Win prizes!
Dec
31
5:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Sunset Reflections
Fort Parker State Park
Enjoy the sunset reflecting on Fort Parker Lake, reflect on the past or upcoming year, or paint the scene in watercolor.
Dec
31
6:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Night Hike
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s night hike with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Explore the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light!
February 2029
Feb
10
9:00a
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December 2029
Dec
8
1:00p
End Date
Lakeside Christmas
Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore! Win prizes!
Dec
31
5:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Sunset Reflections
Fort Parker State Park
Enjoy the sunset reflecting on Fort Parker Lake, reflect on the past or upcoming year, or paint the scene in watercolor.
Dec
31
6:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Night Hike
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s night hike with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Explore the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light!
February 2030
Feb
9
9:00a
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December 2030
Dec
14
1:00p
End Date
Lakeside Christmas
Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore! Win prizes!
Dec
31
5:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Sunset Reflections
Fort Parker State Park
Enjoy the sunset reflecting on Fort Parker Lake, reflect on the past or upcoming year, or paint the scene in watercolor.
Dec
31
6:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Night Hike
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s night hike with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Explore the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light!
February 2031
Feb
8
9:00a
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December 2031
Dec
13
1:00p
End Date
Lakeside Christmas
Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore! Win prizes!
Dec
31
5:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Sunset Reflections
Fort Parker State Park
Enjoy the sunset reflecting on Fort Parker Lake, reflect on the past or upcoming year, or paint the scene in watercolor.
Dec
31
6:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Night Hike
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s night hike with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Explore the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light!
February 2032
Feb
14
9:00a
End Date
December 2032
Dec
31
5:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Sunset Reflections
Fort Parker State Park
Enjoy the sunset reflecting on Fort Parker Lake, reflect on the past or upcoming year, or paint the scene in watercolor.
Dec
31
6:30p
End Date
New Year's Eve: Night Hike
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s night hike with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Explore the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light!
February 2033
Feb
12
9:00a
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