Calendar of Events

Houston Events

Events in and around Houston.

July 2024

Jul 27
7:00a
End Date

Illuminated Horizons: Sunrise Photography Expedition

Galveston Island State Park
Paint your mornings with hues of dawn in our sunrise photography adventure!
Jul 27
9:00a
End Date

Junior Angler at John Paul Landing

Cypress, TX -
Come out to John Paul Landing in Cypress, TX to learn the basics of fishing at this fun, FREE event.
Jul 27
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Jul 27
10:30a
End Date

Through the Ringer

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Want to experience the life of a tree?
Jul 27
11:00a
End Date

Wildcraft: Alligators!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to learn about alligators through storytime and get creative making crafts!
Jul 27
1:00p
End Date

Meet Dexter the Corn Snake!

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Observe our resident corn snake, Dexter, up close. Discover the many different snakes that call this area home.
Jul 27
1:00p
End Date

Alligators: From Egg to Apex

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to hear how the largest predator at Brazos Bend starts at the bottom!
Jul 27
3:00p
End Date

All About Snakes

Lake Livingston State Park
Learn about snakes of East Texas.
Jul 27
8:30p
End Date

Night Hike

Lake Livingston State Park
Each Saturday night!
Jul 28
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Jul 28
10:30a
End Date

Let's Be Pal-igators

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Crikey! Scute on over to the park to learn more about the American alligator!
Jul 28
1:00p
End Date

All About Nature

Lake Livingston State Park
Hands on Nature Activities
Jul 28
2:00p
End Date

The Old Tree's Beard: Garlands of the Swamp

Brazos Bend State Park
Come learn about those weird, gray vines hanging from our trees: Spanish moss!
Jul 28
3:00p
End Date

Alligator Talk

Lake Livingston State Park
Learn all about alligators.

August 2024

Aug 1
2:00p
End Date

Beginners Trail Biking

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Take to the trails and discover the thrill of trail biking! Boost your fitness this summer in a new exciting way!
Aug 2
9:00a
End Date

Guided Paddle Trip

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
**THE FRIDAY JULY 26 TRIP HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER** Explore the sloughs and lake, and discover all about local flora and fauna.
Aug 2
5:00p
End Date

Sunset Fishing on the Boardwalk

Galveston Island State Park
Wanting to level up your fishing skills? You have come to the right place!
Aug 3
8:00a
End Date

Misty Morning Guided Hike

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us for a guided hike along the beautiful Island Trail.
Aug 3
10:00a
End Date

Insect Investigation

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover all about insects as we explore what makes them unique!
Aug 3
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Aug 3
10:00a
End Date

First Saturday Nature Walk **THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 8/3/24**

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Enjoy the diverse plants and animals found at our park every first Saturday each month. Join us in A guided Nature Walk that highlights some of the common species of plants and animals representing the three distinct ecosystems present within the park.
Aug 3
11:00a
End Date

Sea Center Shark Celebration

Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas for a day of shark exploration!
Aug 3
1:00p
End Date

Meet Dexter the Corn Snake!

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Observe our resident corn snake, Dexter, up close. Discover the many different snakes that call this area home.
Aug 3
8:00p
End Date

Sunset Watercolor

Galveston Island State Park
Unleash your creative side and enjoy the island's best sunsets.
Aug 4
9:00a
End Date

Basic Angler Education

Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Aug 4
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Aug 8
2:00p
End Date

Beginners Roller Skating

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover the thrill of roller skating in our beautifully paved camping loop! Boost your fitness this summer in a new exciting way!
Aug 9
9:00a
End Date

Guided Paddle Trip

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
**THE FRIDAY JULY 26 TRIP HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER** Explore the sloughs and lake, and discover all about local flora and fauna.
Aug 9
5:00p
End Date

Sunset Fishing on the Boardwalk

Galveston Island State Park
Wanting to level up your fishing skills? You have come to the right place!
Aug 10
8:00a
End Date

Misty Morning Guided Hike

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us for a guided hike along the beautiful Island Trail.
Aug 10
9:00a
End Date

Jersey Village Youth Fishing Day

Jersey Village, TX - Jersey Meadows Nature Trail Pond
Come catch a smile at the Jersey Meadows Nature Trail Pond!
Aug 10
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Aug 10
10:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking 101

Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Let's get cooking! Join us to get a taste of Dutch oven knowledge...and maybe even a taste of yummy Dutch oven cooking!
Aug 10
10:00a
End Date

National S'mores Day

Huntsville State Park
Join us at Huntsville State Park on Saturday, August 10th to celebrate National Smore's Day.
Aug 10
1:00p
End Date

Meet Dexter the Corn Snake!

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Observe our resident corn snake, Dexter, up close. Discover the many different snakes that call this area home.
Aug 10
6:30p
End Date

S'mores and Skills

Galveston Island State Park
Learn new outdoor skills or brush up on some you already know with dessert!
Aug 11
9:00a
End Date

Basic Angler Education

Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Aug 11
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Aug 11
11:00a
End Date

Beach Walk

Galveston Island State Park
The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
Aug 13
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Class: Lake Dip Netting

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
“Homeschool Classes” are educational field trip style lessons, only open homeschool families. Open posting to view program description.
Aug 15
2:00p
End Date

Beginners Trail Biking

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Take to the trails and discover the thrill of trail biking! Boost your fitness this summer in a new exciting way!
Aug 16
9:00a
End Date

Guided Paddle Trip

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
**THE FRIDAY JULY 26 TRIP HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER** Explore the sloughs and lake, and discover all about local flora and fauna.
Aug 16
5:00p
End Date

Sunset Fishing on the Boardwalk

Galveston Island State Park
Wanting to level up your fishing skills? You have come to the right place!
Aug 17
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Aug 17
1:00p
End Date

Meet Dexter the Corn Snake!

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Observe our resident corn snake, Dexter, up close. Discover the many different snakes that call this area home.
Aug 18
9:00a
End Date

Basic Angler Education

Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Aug 18
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Aug 22
2:00p
End Date

Beginners Roller Skating

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover the thrill of roller skating in our beautifully paved camping loop! Boost your fitness this summer in a new exciting way!
Aug 23
9:00a
End Date

Guided Paddle Trip

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
**THE FRIDAY JULY 26 TRIP HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER** Explore the sloughs and lake, and discover all about local flora and fauna.
Aug 23
5:00p
End Date

Sunset Fishing on the Boardwalk

Galveston Island State Park
Wanting to level up your fishing skills? You have come to the right place!
Aug 24
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Aug 25
9:00a
End Date

Basic Angler Education

Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Aug 25
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Aug 25
11:00a
End Date

Beach Walk

Galveston Island State Park
The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
Aug 29
2:00p
End Date

Beginners Trail Biking

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Take to the trails and discover the thrill of trail biking! Boost your fitness this summer in a new exciting way!
Aug 30
9:00a
End Date

Guided Paddle Trip

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
**THE FRIDAY JULY 26 TRIP HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER** Explore the sloughs and lake, and discover all about local flora and fauna.
Aug 30
5:00p
End Date

Sunset Fishing on the Boardwalk

Galveston Island State Park
Wanting to level up your fishing skills? You have come to the right place!
Aug 31
8:00a
End Date

Misty Morning Guided Hike

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us for a guided hike along the beautiful Island Trail.
Aug 31
10:00a
End Date

Bird Investigation

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover all about birds as we explore what makes them unique!
Aug 31
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Aug 31
1:00p
End Date

Meet Dexter the Corn Snake!

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Observe our resident corn snake, Dexter, up close. Discover the many different snakes that call this area home.

September 2024

Sep 1
9:00a
End Date

Basic Angler Education

Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Sep 1
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Sep 6
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Sep 6
5:00p
End Date

Sunset Fishing on the Boardwalk

Galveston Island State Park
Wanting to level up your fishing skills? You have come to the right place!
Sep 7
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Sep 7
10:00a
End Date

First Saturday Nature Walk **THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 8/3/24**

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Enjoy the diverse plants and animals found at our park every first Saturday each month. Join us in A guided Nature Walk that highlights some of the common species of plants and animals representing the three distinct ecosystems present within the park.
Sep 8
9:00a
End Date

Basic Angler Education

Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Sep 8
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Sep 10
10:00a
End Date

Homeschool Class: Furs & Skulls

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
“Homeschool Classes” are educational field trip style lessons, only open homeschool families. Open posting to view program description.
Sep 13
5:00p
End Date

Sunset Fishing on the Boardwalk

Galveston Island State Park
Wanting to level up your fishing skills? You have come to the right place!
Sep 13
6:45p
End Date

Girl Scouts Love State Parks - Sunset Watercolors

Galveston Island State Park
Unleash your creative side and enjoy the island's best sunsets.
Sep 14
9:30a
End Date

Galveston Island State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Registration Open)

Galveston Island State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Sep 14
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Sep 14
10:00a
End Date

Girl Scouts Love State Parks - Geocaching 101

Galveston Island State Park
High-Tech Treasure Hunting Workshop
Sep 14
4:00p
End Date

Girl Scouts Love State Parks - S'mores and Skills

Galveston Island State Park
Learn new outdoor skills or brush up on some you already know with dessert!
Sep 14
4:00p
End Date

Night Moves Run

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Trail Racing Over Texas' (TROT)nighttime party race just West of Houston at Stephen F. Austin State Park!
Sep 15
9:00a
End Date

Girl Scouts Love State Parks - Kayaking 101

Galveston Island State Park
Join a certified kayak guide to learn the basics of kayaking.
Sep 15
9:00a
End Date

Basic Angler Education

Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Sep 15
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Sep 20
6:30p
End Date

Lake Livingston State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Registration Open)

Lake Livingston State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Sep 21
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Sep 22
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Sep 26
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Sep 27
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Sep 28
9:00a
End Date

Bull Red Run-A-Palooza

Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas as we celebrate the fall BULL RED RUN! 8am – 9am Fun Run around the rearing ponds 9am – 11am Youth Public Fishing 10am – 12:30pm Ask the Experts, Redfish Education Stations 10am - 12:30pm Red drum hatchery tours Food trucks all morning long
Sep 28
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Sep 29
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.

October 2024

Oct 4
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Oct 5
9:30a
End Date

Stephen F. Austin State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Registration Open)

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct 5
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct 5
10:00a
End Date

First Saturday Nature Walk **THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 8/3/24**

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Enjoy the diverse plants and animals found at our park every first Saturday each month. Join us in A guided Nature Walk that highlights some of the common species of plants and animals representing the three distinct ecosystems present within the park.
Oct 6
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Oct 6
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct 12
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct 12
5:30p
End Date

Fall Forest Fest

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Come to Stephen F. Austin State Park for a spooktacular evening of family-fun!
Oct 13
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct 19
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct 20
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct 20
3:00p
End Date

Sea Center Spooktacular

Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas for our annual Halloween Spooktacular. Sunday, October 20th from 3pm-6pm.
Oct 25
6:30p
End Date

Huntsville State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Registration Open)

Huntsville State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct 26
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct 26
5:30p
End Date

Trick or Treat in the Park

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us for family friendly fun! The Trick or Treat loop will be closed to traffic so we can stay spooky and safe!
Oct 27
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.

November 2024

Nov 1
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Nov 2
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov 2
10:00a
End Date

First Saturday Nature Walk **THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 8/3/24**

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Enjoy the diverse plants and animals found at our park every first Saturday each month. Join us in A guided Nature Walk that highlights some of the common species of plants and animals representing the three distinct ecosystems present within the park.
Nov 3
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Nov 3
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov 9
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov 10
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov 16
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov 17
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov 23
9:30a
End Date

Brazos Bend State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Registration Open)

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Nov 23
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov 24
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov 30
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.

December 2024

Dec 1
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Dec 6
8:00a
End Date

Birding Hike

Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Dec 7
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Dec 7
10:00a
End Date

First Saturday Nature Walk **THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 8/3/24**

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Enjoy the diverse plants and animals found at our park every first Saturday each month. Join us in A guided Nature Walk that highlights some of the common species of plants and animals representing the three distinct ecosystems present within the park.
Dec 8
10:00a
End Date

All About Us!

Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Dec 14
1:00p
End Date

Christmas with the Fishes

Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas for an underwater Christmas spectacular.
Dec 14
6:00p
End Date

Country Lights

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Drive, bike or walk thru the 200 camping loop to experience campsites adorned with holiday themed lights, sounds and decorations

January 2025

Jan 4
10:00a
End Date

First Saturday Nature Walk **THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 8/3/24**

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Enjoy the diverse plants and animals found at our park every first Saturday each month. Join us in A guided Nature Walk that highlights some of the common species of plants and animals representing the three distinct ecosystems present within the park.

February 2025

Feb 1
10:00a
End Date

First Saturday Nature Walk **THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 8/3/24**

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Enjoy the diverse plants and animals found at our park every first Saturday each month. Join us in A guided Nature Walk that highlights some of the common species of plants and animals representing the three distinct ecosystems present within the park.

March 2025

Mar 1
10:00a
End Date

First Saturday Nature Walk **THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 8/3/24**

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Enjoy the diverse plants and animals found at our park every first Saturday each month. Join us in A guided Nature Walk that highlights some of the common species of plants and animals representing the three distinct ecosystems present within the park.

April 2025

Apr 5
10:00a
End Date

First Saturday Nature Walk **THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 8/3/24**

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Enjoy the diverse plants and animals found at our park every first Saturday each month. Join us in A guided Nature Walk that highlights some of the common species of plants and animals representing the three distinct ecosystems present within the park.

May 2025

May 3
10:00a
End Date

First Saturday Nature Walk **THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 8/3/24**

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Enjoy the diverse plants and animals found at our park every first Saturday each month. Join us in A guided Nature Walk that highlights some of the common species of plants and animals representing the three distinct ecosystems present within the park.

June 2025

Jun 7
10:00a
End Date

First Saturday Nature Walk **THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR 8/3/24**

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Enjoy the diverse plants and animals found at our park every first Saturday each month. Join us in A guided Nature Walk that highlights some of the common species of plants and animals representing the three distinct ecosystems present within the park.