Dallas/Fort Worth Events
Events in and around the Dallas/Fort Worth area.
July 2025
Jul
4
8:00a
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Fast Cache - Geocaching in the Park
Fort Boggy State Park
Adventure awaits! Five hidden treasures in the park for a limited time.
Jul
4
8:30a
End Date
"I Spy" All Things Red, White & Blue Hunt
Lake Whitney State Park
Come discover all that is red, white, and blue all around Lake Whitney State Park—then enjoy a sweet treat for your patriotic spotting skills!
Jul
4
9:00a
End Date
Red, White and Blue Scavenger Hunt
Eisenhower State Park
Explore the park and find our patriotic colors in nature with this self guided scavenger hunt.
Jul
4
10:00a
End Date
Sensory Stroll
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join a Ranger for a slow, family-friendly hike to experience nature through your five senses!
Jul
4
10:00a
End Date
Jul
4
10:00a
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Art in the Park
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Let loose your inner artist. All art supplies are provided.
Jul
4
10:15a
End Date
Jul
4
11:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Course
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Earn your Junior Ranger badge with the assistance of a park ranger!
Jul
4
2:00p
End Date
Skins & 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!
Jul
4
2:00p
End Date
Let Freedom Bloom: Seed Packet Decorating
Eisenhower State Park
Celebrate through living symbols of freedom!
Jul
4
3:30p
End Date
4th of July Bike Parade
Purtis Creek State Park
Decorate your bike and help us put on a parade around the camp loop!
Jul
4
4:00p
End Date
Make a Badge
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Draw it. Decorate it. Rock it. Your ranger badge adventure starts here!
Jul
4
8:00p
End Date
Spot the Nature Myth
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Is the Daddy Longleg REALLY the most venomous spider in the world?
Jul
4
9:00p
End Date
Scorpion Scavenger Hunt
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us for a scorpion scavenger hunt!
Jul
5
8:30a
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Jul
5
9:00a
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Jul
5
9:00a
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Jul
5
9:00a
End Date
Red, White and Blue Scavenger Hunt
Eisenhower State Park
Explore the park and find our patriotic colors in nature with this self guided scavenger hunt.
Jul
5
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!
Jul
5
9:00a
End Date
Jul
5
10:00a
End Date
Snack Shack for Birds
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Curious about what birds like to eat?
Jul
5
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
5
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.
Jul
5
10:00a
End Date
Coffee with a Ranger
Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Jul
5
10:00a
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Jul
5
10:45a
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Jul
5
11:00a
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Art in the Park!
Bonham State Park
Join a Ranger for a creative morning making nature-inspired postcards!
Jul
5
11:00a
End Date
Art in the Park - Dinosaurs!
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Let your creativity go wild as you color your own dinosaur!
Jul
5
1:00p
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Jul
5
2:00p
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Jul
5
2:00p
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Colors of the Park
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Come pound some natural beauty into your artwork!
Jul
5
2:00p
End Date
Jul
5
2:00p
End Date
Roving Ranger Rex
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Stop by the Dino Models to ask Ranger Laney any of your questions about Dinosaur Valley, plus see what fun activities she has for you!
Jul
5
3:30p
End Date
Jul
5
4:00p
End Date
Jul
5
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!”
Jul
5
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.
Jul
5
9:00p
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Jul
6
9:00a
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Jul
6
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!
Jul
6
10:00a
End Date
Jul
6
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
6
11:00a
End Date
Dinosaur Hunt
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Track down the dinosaurs that have gotten loose in Dinosaur Valley!
Jul
6
1:00p
End Date
Jul
9
8:00p
End Date
Jul
10
12:00p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Snuggle up under the trees and enjoy a nature themed story with a Park Ranger!
Jul
11
9:00a
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Jul
11
9:00a
End Date
Kayaking 101
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join a ranger to learn the basics of kayaking. Instruction provided. Limited equipment available. Reserve your kayak today.
Jul
11
10:00a
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Jul
11
2:00p
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Jul
11
4:00p
End Date
Jul
11
7:00p
End Date
Whooo Done it? A Pellet Mystery
Bonham State Park
Join our local Master Naturalists in solving a mystery of the night.
Jul
11
8:00p
End Date
More About S'mores! Campfire Tales
Bonham State Park
Gather 'round the fire with a Ranger for an evening of stories, stars, and s’mores!
Jul
11
8:00p
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Jul
11
8:00p
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Jul
12
8:00a
End Date
Bird Outing
Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Jul
12
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Purtis Creek State Park
Come check out what the Purtis Creek Dutch Oven Society is all about!
Jul
12
9:00a
End Date
Skins and Skulls - Omnivores
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join a ranger for a hands-on program exploring the wild world of native omnivores!
Jul
12
9:00a
End Date
Wildlife Detectives
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Learn how to hone your observation skills!
Jul
12
9:00a
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Jul
12
9:00a
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Jul
12
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!
Jul
12
9:00a
End Date
Jul
12
10:00a
End Date
CCC Boys and Their Stories
Bonham State Park
Learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps and hear stories of the boys that were in it.
Jul
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!
Jul
12
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.
Jul
12
11:00a
End Date
Jul
12
11:00a
End Date
Skins and Skulls
Bonham State Park
Check out the skin and skull collection from the Bluestem Master Naturalist Chapter.
Jul
12
1:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Take a moment to collect your thoughts.
Jul
12
1:00p
End Date
Summer Reading with a Ranger: Weslandia!
Cedar Hill State Park
Join a Park Ranger in person or online for a live reading of Weslandia by Paul Fleischman, the classic story of one creative boy's fantastical summer adventures!
Jul
12
2:00p
End Date
Skins & 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!
Jul
12
2:00p
End Date
Jul
12
2:00p
End Date
Jul
12
7:30p
End Date
Jul
12
8:00p
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Jul
12
8:00p
End Date
Night Sounds
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“After attending the Night Sounds program, I found my daughter sitting on the back porch the next night, not watching TV or playing video games, but listening to nature!” – Park Visitor
Jul
12
8:30p
End Date
Creatures of the Night Hike (RSVP)
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join a ranger on an after-hours dark hike on one of our trails!
Jul
12
8:45p
End Date
Nocturnal Nature
Purtis Creek State Park
Come learn what lurks in the shadows as the park comes to life at night!
Jul
12
9:00p
End Date
Insect Extravaganza!
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Observe the diverse insects found right here at Dinosaur Valley under UV light!
Jul
13
9:00a
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Jul
13
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!
Jul
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!
Jul
13
11:00a
End Date
Jul
13
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!
Jul
18
8:30a
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Jul
18
9:00a
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Jul
18
9:00a
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Nature Journaling
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Jul
18
9:00a
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Jul
18
10:00a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Slow down and deepen your experience of the natural world with mindful observations.
Jul
18
10:45a
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Jul
18
2:00p
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Jul
18
4:00p
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Jul
18
8:00p
End Date
Campfire Talk: The Sounds of Summer
Cedar Hill State Park
Join us for a campfire talk to explore the sounds that emerge in nature throughout the summer season!
Jul
19
8:30a
End Date
Summer Color! Storybook on the Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Summer Color! by Diana Murray, illustrated by Zoe Persico, is a joyful story that celebrates the vibrant colors and simple wonders of summer. As the pages turn, readers explore bright scenes filled with nature’s red, blues, yellows, and greens, inspiring curiosity and a love for the outdoors.
Jul
19
9:00a
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Jul
19
9:00a
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Jul
19
9:00a
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Jul
19
9:00a
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Backyard Bass Game
Bonham State Park
Come play a fishing game to improve your casting and identification skills.
Jul
19
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!
Jul
19
9:30a
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Jul
19
9:30a
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Jul
19
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.
Jul
19
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
19
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.
Jul
19
10:00a
End Date
Archery 101
Cedar Hill State Park
Come out and learn the fundamentals of archery at Cedar Hill State Park!
Jul
19
11:00a
End Date
Trail Cam Explorers
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Explore the wonderful world of our wildlife with Ranger Sabrina by learning and setting up trail cameras!
Jul
19
11:30a
End Date
Jul
19
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!
Jul
19
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Discover a new way to preserve unique memories from your outdoor adventures!
Jul
19
2:00p
End Date
Jul
19
2:00p
End Date
Roving Ranger Rex
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Stop by the Dino Models to ask Ranger Laney any of your questions about Dinosaur Valley, plus see what fun activities she has for you!
Jul
19
2:00p
End Date
Jul
19
8:00p
End Date
Stories, Folklore & Tales
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Come listen to Native American stories, cowboy poetry, local folklore and just plain fun stories.
Jul
19
9:30p
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!
Jul
20
9:00a
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Jul
20
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!
Jul
20
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
20
11:00a
End Date
Art in the Park - Prickly Pear Cactus!
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn step by step how to draw a Prickly Pear Cactus!
Jul
20
2:00p
End Date
Jul
25
8:00a
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Jul
25
9:00a
End Date
Wildlife Viewing
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Learn some tips and tricks on viewing wildlife.
Jul
25
9:15a
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Jul
25
10:20a
End Date
Jr. Ranger Journaling
Purtis Creek State Park
Learn about Leave No Trace and explore the wonders of nature!
Jul
25
4:00p
End Date
Jul
25
6:00p
End Date
Movie Showing: The Buffalo Soldiers- An American Legacy
Cedar Hill State Park
Join us for a screening of a documentary on the American West's famous black soldiers
Jul
25
7:00p
End Date
Beaver Walk & Talk
Bonham State Park
Join a Ranger for a fun and interactive talk all about beavers — the incredible builders of the animal world!
Jul
25
8:00p
End Date
Jul
25
8:00p
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Jul
25
8:30p
End Date
Star Party (RSVP)
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Enjoy the cooler nights at Lake Tawakoni State Park by looking at the stars.
Jul
25
9:00p
End Date
Bugged by the Light
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Ever wonder what’s fluttering around after dark?
Jul
26
8:30a
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Jul
26
8:30a
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Jul
26
9:00a
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Coffee with the Birds - Bird Hike
Lake Whitney State Park
Join us for a peaceful and scenic "Coffee with the Birds Bird Hike" on the Two Bridges Trail! Enjoy a relaxing morning hike through beautiful nature while sipping coffee and observing local bird species. It’s a perfect opportunity to connect with fellow nature enthusiasts, learn about the local wildlife, and start your day in a refreshing way. Don't miss out on this fun and educational experience—bring your friends, your curiosity, and your love for the outdoors! See you there!
Jul
26
9:00a
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Jul
26
9:00a
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Jul
26
9:00a
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Jul
26
9:00a
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Storybook Stroll
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Jul
26
10:00a
End Date
Fun & Games Outpost
Bonham State Park
Play, laugh, and have fun with activities handed down through the generations.
Jul
26
10:00a
End Date
Become a Junior Ranger
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!
Jul
26
10:00a
End Date
Ranch Roots - Brands, Butter and Buckskin
Saddle up for a hands-on journey through ranch life!
Jul
26
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Jul
26
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.
Jul
26
11:00a
End Date
Jul
26
11:00a
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Jul
26
11:00a
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Jul
26
2:00p
End Date
Jul
26
2:00p
End Date
Jul
26
2:00p
End Date
Roving Ranger Rex
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Stop by the Dino Models to ask Ranger Laney any of your questions about Dinosaur Valley, plus see what fun activities she has for you!
Jul
26
2:00p
End Date
Jul
26
6:30p
End Date
Jul
26
8:30p
End Date
Charting the Stars
Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to craft a star chart & explore the constellations!
Jul
26
8:45p
End Date
Jul
26
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.
Jul
27
9:00a
End Date
Jul
27
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!
Jul
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!
Jul
27
11:00a
End Date
Dinosaur Hunt
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Track down the dinosaurs that have gotten loose in Dinosaur Valley!
Jul
27
2:00p
End Date
Stay Cool
Lake Tawakoni State Park
When Texas turns up the heat, how does our wildlife keep their cool?
Jul
27
7:00p
End Date
Pollinator Hike: Pocket Prairies
Bonham State Park
Join a Ranger for a gentle, family-friendly hike through the park’s beautiful pocket prairies to discover the buzzing world of pollinators!
August 2025
Aug
2
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
2
10:00a
End Date
Coffee with a Ranger
Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Aug
3
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
7
9:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Cedar Hill State Park
Cedar Hill State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Aug
8
8:00p
End Date
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
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
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
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
16
9:00a
End Date
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
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
9:00p
End Date
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
22
8:00p
End Date
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
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
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
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
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
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!
September 2025
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
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
9:00a
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Sep
20
10:00a
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Sep
20
10:00a
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Sep
20
8:00p
End Date
Sep
26
8:00p
End Date
October 2025
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
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
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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
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
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
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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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Oct
25
5:30p
End Date
Oct
25
6:00p
End Date
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.
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
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
10:00a
End Date
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
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December 2025
Dec
13
5:00p
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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
20
8:00p
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Dec
31
9:30p
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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
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December 2026
Dec
31
9:30p
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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
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December 2027
Dec
31
9:30p
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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
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December 2028
Dec
31
9:30p
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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
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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
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