Dallas/Fort Worth Events
Events in and around the Dallas/Fort Worth area.
January 2026
Jan
9
12:00p
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Jan
9
3:00p
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Jan
9
3:00p
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Jan
9
3:00p
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Jan
10
7:00a
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Jan
10
8:00a
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Bird Outing
Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Jan
10
9:00a
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Annual Kid's Trout Derby
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Cast a line and catch some trout with our Rangers!
Jan
10
9:00a
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Jan
10
9:00a
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Storybook on the Trail: Logan and the Duck Patrol
Lake Whitney State Park
Join Lake Whitney State Park as they embark on an exciting trail adventure! From quacking good fun to heartwarming moments, this story is perfect for all explorers. Get ready to follow Logan through the twists and turns of the trail, where friendship, bravery, and teamwork make all the difference. Perfect for anyone who loves adventure and nature.
Jan
10
9:00a
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Dutch Oven Cooking
Purtis Creek State Park
Come check out what the Purtis Creek Dutch Oven Society is all about and enjoy good food with even better friends!
Jan
10
9:30a
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Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Grand Prairie
Grand Prairie, TX - North Texas Education Center
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Jan
10
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!
Jan
10
10:00a
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Jan
10
10:00a
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Jan
10
12:00p
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Jan
10
1:30p
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Jan
10
2:00p
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Jan
10
2:00p
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Jan
10
2:00p
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North Texas Reptile Rescue
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us as we welcome North Texas Reptile Rescue (NTRR) to the park!
Jan
10
2:00p
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Jan
10
2:00p
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Jan
10
6:00p
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Jan
11
9:00a
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Jan
11
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!
Jan
11
11:00a
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River Romp
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come along as we walk the Paluxy River Trail in search of dinosaur tracks!
Jan
16
1:00p
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Jan
16
3:00p
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Jan
16
6:00p
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Jan
17
9:00a
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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
17
9:00a
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Dutch Oven 101
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join the Lake Tawakoni State Park Dutch Oven Group at the first parking lot on the left once a month to learn the basics or brush up on your skills!
Jan
17
10:00a
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Winter Wonders Hike
Eisenhower State Park
Winter reveals a whole new side of the trail if you know what to look for!
Jan
17
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!
Jan
17
10:00a
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Jan
17
10:00a
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Jan
17
11:00a
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Overlook Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Grab your boots and join a ranger for a hike to the best view in the park!
Jan
17
1:00p
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Jan
17
2:00p
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Trail of Traditions: Settlers & The Secrets of the Forest
Fort Boggy State Park
Step back in time and walk in the footsteps of early Texas settlers on this guided nature hike along the Lake Trail.
Jan
17
2:00p
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Jan
17
2:00p
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Art in the Park: Salt Snowflakes
Cedar Hill State Park
Take home a unique and beautiful Winter-themed craft!
Jan
17
2:00p
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Jan
17
3:00p
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Jan
17
3:00p
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Winter Adaptations Hike
Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger for an interactive hike to learn about animal adaptations!
Jan
17
5:30p
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Jan
18
9:00a
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Jan
18
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!
Jan
18
11:00a
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Jan
22
10:00a
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A Daily Life of Cavalry Solider
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
For everyone who’s ever wondered: “Would I thrive on the frontier… or immediately beg for modern plumbing?”
Jan
22
2:00p
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A Daily Life of Cavalry Solider
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
For everyone who’s ever wondered: “Would I thrive on the frontier… or immediately beg for modern plumbing?”
Jan
23
2:00p
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Jan
23
3:00p
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Jan
23
3:00p
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Jan
24
8:30a
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Jan
24
9:00a
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Jan
24
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!
Jan
24
10:00a
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Jan
24
10:00a
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Jan
24
11:00a
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Jan
24
12:00p
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Jan
24
12:00p
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BARK Ranger Hike
Purtis Creek State Park
Bring the pups and learn what it takes to become a certified B.A.R.K. Ranger!
Jan
24
1:00p
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Art in the Park: Birdfeeders
Cedar Hill State Park
Learn the do's and don'ts of birdfeeders and make your own from recycled materials
Jan
24
2:00p
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Jan
24
2:00p
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Backyard Bass
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn the basics of fishing with this kid-friendly activity!
Jan
24
2:00p
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Jan
24
3:00p
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Jan
24
5:00p
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Campfire Stories: Texas Legends and Lore
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Come sit around the campfire and listen to some Texas myths, legends, and folklore!
Jan
25
9:00a
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Jan
25
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!
Jan
25
2:00p
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Fishing 101
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Cast a line and try your hand at catching a fish! (Supplies limited; children must be attended at all times.)
Jan
29
10:00a
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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
9:00a
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Jan
30
10:00a
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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
3:00p
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Jan
31
9:00a
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Jan
31
9:00a
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Winter Color Wheel Hike - Self Guided
Eisenhower State Park
Winter may seem gray at first, but nature is full of color!
Jan
31
9:00a
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Jan
31
10:00a
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36th Annual Kid's Fishing Day
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us for the 36th Annual Kid's Fishing Day!
Jan
31
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!
Jan
31
1:00p
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Jan
31
2:00p
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Find Your Way: Orienteering Adventure
Fort Boggy State Park
Ready to explore the outdoors in a whole new way?
Jan
31
2:00p
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Tawakoni Tracks!
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Use your deduction skills to identify animal tracks found in the park!
Jan
31
2:30p
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February 2026
Feb
1
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!
Feb
7
8:00a
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Trout Derby - McKinney, TX
Grab your fishing gear and get ready to catch some trout!
Feb
7
9:00a
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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
9:00a
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Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Fort Boggy State Park
Centerville, TX - Fort Boggy State Park Pavillion
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Feb
7
10:00a
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Share a Valentine
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
A small act of kindness can make a big difference!
Feb
7
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!
Feb
7
6:00p
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Murder Mystery at the Fort
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Love… Betrayal… and Murder!
Feb
14
8:00a
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Bird Outing
Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Feb
21
9:00a
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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!
Feb
23
3:00p
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Project WILD Facilitator Training
Granbury, TX - Camp Fire - Camp El Tesoro
Training to conduct the Suite of Texas Project WILD workshops. Prerequisite of WILD educator workshop required.
Feb
28
10:00a
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TPWD Career Day
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Come learn how you can become part of our team!
March 2026
Mar
7
9:00a
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9th Annual Kid Fish
Fort Boggy State Park
Kids 12 and under are invited to join us for the 9th Annual Kid Fish - a hands-on fishing adventure they'll never forget!
Mar
7
10:00a
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Ladies Bonnet Workshop
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us at the park for a ladies’ bonnet workshop!
Mar
14
8:00a
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Bird Outing
Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
May 2026
May
9
10:00a
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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
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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
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May 2027
May
8
10:00a
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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
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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
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May 2028
May
13
10:00a
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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
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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
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May 2029
May
12
10:00a
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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
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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
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May 2030
May
11
10:00a
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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
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Lakeside Christmas
Fort Parker State Park
A Fort Parker State Park tradition! Take pics with Santa, make ornaments, play games galore!