Calendar of Events

Dallas/Fort Worth Events

Events in and around the Dallas/Fort Worth area.

October 2025

Oct 10
8:00a
End Date

Texas Pollinator BioBlitz (Self-Guided)

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Be a citizen scientist by joining us in this statewide BioBlitz to record as many pollinators as we can in Lake Mineral Wells State Park.
Oct 24
12:00p
End Date

PARK CLOSED - Youth Deer Hunt

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Lake Tawakoni State Park will be closed to the public (including the boat ramp and all trails) for our Youth Only Deer Hunt beginning at 12PM on October 24, 2025. Only preapproved hunters and staff will be permitted on the park during that time. The park will reopen at 12PM on October 27, 2025.
Oct 25
9:00a
End Date

B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike

Eisenhower State Park
Join the pack!
Oct 25
9:00a
End Date

PK Unexplored Guided Hike

Possum Kingdom State Park
Take a hike with a park ranger and see some new spectacular views of Possum Kingdom Lake.
Oct 25
9:00a
End Date

Market Street Expo

Purtis Creek State Park
What animals live here? Come explore our collection at the Mabank Market Street Expo and 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

Guided Nature Walk

Mother Neff State Park
Discover the natural beauty of Mother Neff State Park!
Oct 25
10:00a
End Date

Fun & Games Outpost

Bonham State Park
Play, laugh, and have fun with activities handed down through the generations.
Oct 25
10:00a
End Date

Pollinator BioBlitz

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Help us count bees, butterflies, flowers and more!
Oct 25
10:00a
End Date

Track Talk

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

Gardening for Wildlife Workshop

Cedar Hill State Park
Join this ranger-led workshop to learn how to welcome wildlife to your garden
Oct 25
12:00p
End Date

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
2:00p
End Date

Sun Printing

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Use the power of the sun to capture memories!
Oct 25
2:00p
End Date

Nature by Paddle

Eisenhower State Park
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
Oct 25
4:00p
End Date

Incredible Edible Plants

Purtis Creek State Park
Join us to learn about edible plants!
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
End Date

Parktober Camping Reservations

Tyler State Park
Spooky season has taken over!
Oct 25
5:00p
End Date

Trick-or-Treat in the Park!

Cleburne State Park
Come join us for Trick-or-Treat in the Park!
Oct 25
5:00p
End Date

CANCELED - Boo at the Bog

Fort Boggy State Park
This year's event is being canceled due to the weather.
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
6:00p
End Date

10th Annual Boo Camp

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Come join us for some family friendly Halloween fun!
Oct 25
7:30p
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.
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 26
9:00a
End Date

Sensory Friendly Hike - Registration Required*

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Experience the beauty of nature in a welcoming and accommodating environment!
Oct 26
11:00a
End Date

Paint with a Ranger - Bats!

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Fly into the Halloween spirit by painting your very own bat masterpiece!
Oct 26
2:00p
End Date

Track Talk

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Oct 26
2:00p
End Date

Moon & Star Activities

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Moon crafts and telescope viewing!
Oct 30
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.
Oct 31
9:00a
End Date

Halloween Scavenger Hunt

Eisenhower State Park
Something spooky is hiding in the park... can you find it?
Oct 31
10:00a
End Date

The Leaves of Fall

Tyler State Park
All the leaves are falling down, falling down!
Oct 31
2:00p
End Date

End of Month Live Updates (Virtual)

Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on & listen to the updates on park construction for October!
Oct 31
2:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Purtis Creek State Park
What lives here? Come explore our collection and find out!
Oct 31
2:00p
End Date

Nature's Spooky Creatures

Eisenhower State Park
Bats, spiders, and snakes. Oh my!
Oct 31
5:00p
End Date

Fall in Love with Nature

Purtis Creek State Park
Take some time to listen to the sounds of nature and decompress!
Oct 31
6:00p
End Date

Mexia Downtown & City of Mexia's 7th Annual Blackcat Boo Bash

Mexia, TX - Downtown Mexia
Family-friendly community trunk or treat!
Oct 31
7:00p
End Date

Trunk or Treat

Purtis Creek State Park
Grab the family and trick or treat with us at the park!
Oct 31
7:00p
End Date

Night of the Nocturnal Hike

Eisenhower State Park
Let's go on a nighttime adventure!

November 2025

Nov 1
10:00a
End Date

Leaf-Peeping Hike

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Hike down the trail to see the colors of Autumn
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
10:00a
End Date

Art in the Park: Colors of Fall

Bonham State Park
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, our forests begin a spectacular transformation—leaves shift from green to brilliant shades of red, orange, and gold. But have you ever wondered what’s really happening inside those leaves to cause such a colorful display?
Nov 1
2:00p
End Date

Día De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Celebration

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us to learn about and celebrate preserving Hispanic and cemetery heritage.
Nov 1
2:00p
End Date

Archery 101

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Come shoot some arrows!
Nov 1
6:30p
End Date

Storytelling Down In The Hollow

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“Listen to stories, cowboy poetry and folklore in a beautiful setting.”
Nov 2
2:00p
End Date

Día De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Celebration

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us to learn about and celebrate preserving Hispanic and cemetery heritage.
Nov 7
7:00p
End Date

Night Creatures

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

Bird Outing

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Nov 8
9:00a
End Date

Growing Up WILD Workshop - Fort Worth

Fort Worth, TX - Camp Fire First Texas
Professional development for anyone who works with young children including early childcare professionals, teachers, homeschool parents, and more.
Nov 8
9:00a
End Date

Beginning Fly Fishing Workshop - Coppell

Coppell, TX - The Core
Learn basic fly fishing skills in a fun, free, hands-on workshop!
Nov 8
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Demo- Biscuit and Coffee Edition

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Gather around the fire to cook a pioneer breakfast!
Nov 8
9:30a
End Date

Paddle Around

Tyler State Park
Hop in a boat and learn about our flora and fauna!
Nov 8
10:00a
End Date

Dino-bility Day!

Dinosaur Valley State Park
You’re invited to join us at Dinosaur Valley State Park for Dino-bility Day - a celebration of accessibility, community, and outdoor recreation for people of all abilities!
Nov 8
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.
Nov 8
10:00a
End Date

Fall Chautauqua

Mother Neff State Park
Join us for a fun fall celebration!
Nov 8
11:00a
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Explore real animal skins and skulls while discovering the amazing adaptations that help Texas wildlife survive.
Nov 8
2:00p
End Date

Kid’s Wilderness Survival

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
A great program for your child’s outdoor safety and parents learn as much as the kids.
Nov 8
2:00p
End Date

History Hike

Tyler State Park
Let's jump into the time machine and travel to the past
Nov 12
9:00a
End Date

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
10:00a
End Date

Barks 'N' Rec

Tyler State Park
Wagging tails and winding trails!
Nov 15
11:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join a ranger to learn the ins-and-outs of cast-iron cooking.
Nov 15
1:00p
End Date

Bird Crafts

Tyler State Park
Let's get crafty!
Nov 15
7:00p
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.
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 21
5:00p
End Date

Dutch Oven Cookin'

Tyler State Park
Bold flavor, one pot — Dutch oven magic!
Nov 21
6:30p
End Date

Star Party

Tyler State Park
Who turned the lights off?
Nov 21
6:30p
End Date

Texas Outdoor Family Outdoor Leadership Training | Cedar Hill State Park (Application Open Until November 6th)

Cedar Hill State Park
The Texas Outdoor Family program provides 900+ families with a "Learn to Camp" experience in Texas State Parks each year. Could you help?
Nov 21
7:00p
End Date

Night Sky

Bonham State Park
Night sky viewing
Nov 22
9:00a
End Date

Geocaching 101

Lake Whitney State Park
What is Geocaching? It is the ultimate treasure hunt! This outdoor adventure has participants use the Geocaching app and/or a GPS device to navigate to cleverly hidden containers called geocaches. There are millions of geocaches in 190 countries waiting to be discovered—there are some near you right now. Let's start this treasure hunt!
Nov 22
10:00a
End Date

Let's Talk Turkey

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Let's talk about everyone's favorite Thanksgiving bird!
Nov 22
10:00a
End Date

Art in the Park: Let's Go Fly a Kite

Bonham State Park
Learn how to make a kite and fly it like the CCC Boys may have done.
Nov 22
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.
Nov 22
12:00p
End Date

Intro to Birding

Tyler State Park
Let's spread our wings!
Nov 22
2:00p
End Date

Sun Printing

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Use the power of the sun to capture memories!
Nov 22
6:00p
End Date

Paddlin' After Dark

Tyler State Park
Get the best seat on the lake!
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 28
9:30a
End Date

18th Annual "Walk Off the Bird" Bird Walk

Tyler State Park
Let's walk off that turkey!
Nov 28
10:00a
End Date

Walk Off the Stuffing

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join a Ranger as we walk off the stuffing from Thanksgiving.
Nov 28
10:30a
End Date

Annual Gobble Wobble

Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to walk off that Thanksgiving dinner!
Nov 28
2:00p
End Date

End of Month Live Updates (Virtual)

Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on & listen to the updates on park construction for November!
Nov 29
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.
Nov 29
10:00a
End Date

Birds: Winter Vacation Time

Bonham State Park
Where do the Birds Go? Fall Migration with Ranger Linda
Nov 29
11:00a
End Date

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.
Nov 29
2:00p
End Date

Sun Printing

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Use the power of the sun to capture memories!

December 2025

Dec 6
6:00p
End Date

Christmas in the Park

Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join us for an evening of Christmas cheer
Dec 12 End Date

Christmas in the Park

Purtis Creek State Park
See the camp loop lit up like a winter wonderland!
Dec 12
5:00p
End Date

A Pineywoods Christmas

Tyler State Park
Enjoy our Trail of Lights with your loved ones!
Dec 12
6:00p
End Date

Story Readings by a Ranger

Tyler State Park
Spreading holiday cheer with festive stories!
Dec 12
6:00p
End Date

Christmas Star Party

Tyler State Park
Twinkle twinkle little star!
Dec 12
6:00p
End Date

Christmas in the Park 2025

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us for the 13th Annual Christmas in the Park!
Dec 12
6:30p
End Date

Holiday Crafts

Tyler State Park
Let's get crafty!
Dec 13
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 13
10:00a
End Date

Christmas on the Farm

Cedar Hill State Park
Celebrate Winter with tours, games, hot chocolate, s'mores, and more!
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!
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 13
5:00p
End Date

Ghost of Christmas Past

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Come glimpse Christmas life of the 1800's
Dec 13
6:00p
End Date

Story Readings by a Ranger

Tyler State Park
Spreading holiday cheer with festive stories!
Dec 13
6:00p
End Date

Christmas Star Party

Tyler State Park
Twinkle twinkle little star!
Dec 13
6:30p
End Date

Holiday Crafts

Tyler State Park
Let's get crafty!
Dec 18
8:00a
End Date

Elf on the Shelf: Scavenger Hunt

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
This holiday season, join us for a park wide adventure to track down three mischievous elves!
Dec 20
10:00a
End Date

Corn Husk Angels

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
The perfect kind of angel for your holiday season!
Dec 20
6:00p
End Date

Christmas in the Park 2025

Lake Whitney State Park
It's the most Wonderful Time of the year at Lake Whitney State Park. Come stay in the Horseshoe Loop and decorate your campsite to hopefully be voted the best of 2025! The votes will be placed by the visitors that get FREE entry to drive through our park from 6 to 8 pm.
Dec 20
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate the night sky and learn from real astronomers!
Dec 21
9:00a
End Date

Winter SOLE-stice Hike

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join a ranger on a hike celebrating the first day of Winter!
Dec 31
2:00p
End Date

End of Month Live Updates (Virtual)

Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on & listen to the updates on park construction for December! Bonus: Learn what to expect for tomorrow's New Year's Day Hike (edited for clarity).

January 2026

Jan 1
8:00a
End Date

First Day Hike - Self Guided

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Ring in the New Year right with a First Day Hike
Jan 1
9:00a
End Date

First Day Hike

Tyler State Park
Put your best foot forward into the New Year!
Jan 1
9:00a
End Date

First Day Hike - Prickly Pear

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Ring in the New Year right with a First Day Hike!
Jan 1
1:30p
End Date

First Day Hike

Tyler State Park
Put your best foot forward into the New Year!
Jan 17
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!
Jan 24
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

Fort Parker State Park
Fish for rainbow trout at Lake Springfield!
Jan 29
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Program

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
This educational program promises a fun time for kids and parents.
Jan 30
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Program

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

February 2026

Feb 7
9:00a
End Date

Project WILD Workshop - Dallas

Granbury, TX - Camp Fire- Camp El Tesoro
Professional development for anyone who works in education with children or the public, including teachers, homeschoolers, informal educators, and scout leaders
Feb 7
6:00p
End Date

Murder Mystery at the Fort

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Love… Betrayal… and Murder!
Feb 21
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!

May 2026

May 9
10:00a
End Date

Lakeside Legacy

Fort Parker State Park
Free family-friendly fun day! Try your hand at archery or canoeing. Take a tour upon the Cynthia Ann pontoon boat. Interact with nature, sample tasty treats, and much much more!

December 2026

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!

January 2027

Jan 23
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

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

May 2027

May 8
10:00a
End Date

Lakeside Legacy

Fort Parker State Park
Free family-friendly fun day! Try your hand at archery or canoeing. Take a tour upon the Cynthia Ann pontoon boat. Interact with nature, sample tasty treats, and much much more!

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!

January 2028

Jan 22
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

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

May 2028

May 13
10:00a
End Date

Lakeside Legacy

Fort Parker State Park
Free family-friendly fun day! Try your hand at archery or canoeing. Take a tour upon the Cynthia Ann pontoon boat. Interact with nature, sample tasty treats, and much much more!

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!

January 2029

Jan 27
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

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

May 2029

May 12
10:00a
End Date

Lakeside Legacy

Fort Parker State Park
Free family-friendly fun day! Try your hand at archery or canoeing. Take a tour upon the Cynthia Ann pontoon boat. Interact with nature, sample tasty treats, and much much more!

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!

January 2030

Jan 26
8:30a
End Date

Kid Fish

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

May 2030

May 11
10:00a
End Date

Lakeside Legacy

Fort Parker State Park
Free family-friendly fun day! Try your hand at archery or canoeing. Take a tour upon the Cynthia Ann pontoon boat. Interact with nature, sample tasty treats, and much much more!

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!