Houston Events
Events in and around Houston.
January 2026
Jan
22
2:00p
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Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Jan
23
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!
Jan
23
2:00p
End Date
Jan
23
2:00p
End Date
Jan
24
9:00a
End Date
Learn to Fish with an Angler Specialist
Buescher State Park
Learn how to cast a line at Buescher Lake!
Jan
24
9:00a
End Date
B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Bring your furry friend along for a light hike in the park!
Jan
24
10:00a
End Date
Spectacular Snakes!
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a talk about our slithery friends, the snakes!
Jan
24
12:00p
End Date
Jan
24
12:00p
End Date
Jan
24
1:00p
End Date
Jan
24
1:00p
End Date
Bird Beak Buffet
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Come catch some grub using bird inspired cutlery!
Jan
24
1:00p
End Date
Gator Talk – Cohabitation with an Apex Predator
Huntsville State Park
Get to know about the prehistoric predator that lurks below the surface of Lake Raven
Jan
24
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!
Jan
24
1:00p
End Date
Historic Golf Shelter Interpretive Center Open
Bastrop State Park
Be some of the first to experience our brand new educational exhibits in our new Interpretive Center located inside the Historic Golf Shelter!
Jan
24
2:00p
End Date
Enchanting Junior Ranger Academy
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
THIS EVENT CANCELLED, 01/24/2026. Join Ranger Bex for a fun afternoon of activities and adventure at Enchanted Rock!
Jan
25
11:00a
End Date
Seed Paper
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Want to learn how to create your very own seed paper?
Jan
25
11:00a
End Date
Jan
25
2:00p
End Date
Jan
25
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!
Jan
28
2:00p
End Date
Jan
30
2:00p
End Date
Jan
31
9:00a
End Date
Volunteer Workdays - Trail Maintenance
Village Creek State Park
Need volunteer hours? Help your local State Park look great!
Jan
31
9:00a
End Date
Learn to Fish with an Angler Specialist
Buescher State Park
Learn how to cast a line at Buescher Lake!
Jan
31
9:30a
End Date
Jan
31
10:00a
End Date
Jan
31
10:00a
End Date
Nature Talks: Trees Around Us
Stephen F. Austin State Park
There are many trees in the forest, but what makes them special? Come find out at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Jan
31
10:30a
End Date
iNat Chat
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Want to become a citizen scientist?
Jan
31
11:00a
End Date
Jan
31
12:00p
End Date
Jan
31
1:00p
End Date
Jan
31
1:00p
End Date
Gator Talk – Cohabitation with an Apex Predator
Huntsville State Park
Get to know about the prehistoric predator that lurks below the surface of Lake Raven
Jan
31
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!
Jan
31
1:00p
End Date
Historic Golf Shelter Interpretive Center Open
Bastrop State Park
Be some of the first to experience our brand new educational exhibits in our new Interpretive Center located inside the Historic Golf Shelter!
Jan
31
2:00p
End Date
Primitive Fire
Mission Tejas State Park
Need to spark up alternative ways to light your campfire? Come explore the many different ways pioneers and backpackers ignite a flame!
Jan
31
2:00p
End Date
Find Your Way: Orienteering Adventure
Fort Boggy State Park
Ready to explore the outdoors in a whole new way?
Jan
31
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Jan
31
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
February 2026
Feb
1
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Feb
4
2:00p
End Date
Feb
5
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
Feb
5
1:00p
End Date
Feb
5
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Feb
5
3:00p
End Date
Critters of East Texas
Lake Livingston State Park
Explore the diversity of local mammals and reptiles.
Feb
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!
Feb
6
2:00p
End Date
Feb
7
9:00a
End Date
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
End Date
1st Saturday Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Feb
7
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Feb
7
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Feb
7
10:00a
End Date
Feb
7
12:00p
End Date
Feb
7
1:00p
End Date
Feb
7
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Feb
7
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
Feb
7
3:00p
End Date
Feb
7
5:00p
End Date
Brazos River Pickers
Brazos Bend State Park
Come and enjoy the Brazos River Pickers as they play live country and bluegrass music from America’s roots.
Feb
7
7:00p
End Date
Feb
8
10:00a
End Date
Prairie on Fire: A Hike of New Growth
Galveston Island State Park
Experience Galveston Island’s wild side in a way few ever have!
Feb
8
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Feb
8
1:00p
End Date
Feb
8
3:00p
End Date
Feb
10
10:00a
End Date
Geocaching 101 with GINTC at East End Lagoon Nature Preserve
Galveston Island State Park
Embark on a high tech treasure hunt! *Program location is at The East End Lagoon Nature Preserve outside of the park.
Feb
11
2:00p
End Date
Feb
12
8:30a
End Date
Trail Maintenance Mornings
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Volunteer your time with Enchanted Rock SNA staff and work to rebuild our trails.
Feb
12
1:00p
End Date
Feb
12
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Feb
12
3:00p
End Date
Critters of East Texas
Lake Livingston State Park
Explore the diversity of local mammals and reptiles.
Feb
13
2:00p
End Date
Feb
14
10:00a
End Date
Feb
14
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Feb
14
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Feb
14
10:00a
End Date
Feb
14
10:00a
End Date
Birds, Beaus, and Brackish Water Nature Walk 💘🐦
Galveston Island State Park
Celebrate Valentine’s season with a lighthearted nature walk through the wetlands!
Feb
14
10:00a
End Date
Gator Talk – Cohabitation with an Apex Predator
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Get to know about the prehistoric predator that lurks within the Brazos River.
Feb
14
10:00a
End Date
Nature Center
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Discover, Learn and Play at the Nature Center with Special Valentine's Day Hours!
Feb
14
12:30p
End Date
Second Saturday with Steve: Housewives and other sewing tools
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us at the Stephen F. Austin State Park Nature Center to learn all about housewives and hussies of the 1830's!
Feb
14
1:00p
End Date
Feb
14
1:30p
End Date
Gyotaku - Fish Printing
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Capturing the present in an art form from the past
Feb
14
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Feb
14
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
Feb
14
3:00p
End Date
Feb
14
7:00p
End Date
Feb
15
9:30a
End Date
Feb
15
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Feb
15
10:30a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Brazos Bend State Park
If you're thinking of getting into fishing, then this is the program for you!
Feb
15
1:00p
End Date
Feb
15
3:00p
End Date
Feb
18
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Feb
18
2:00p
End Date
Feb
19
1:00p
End Date
Feb
19
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Feb
19
3:00p
End Date
Critters of East Texas
Lake Livingston State Park
Explore the diversity of local mammals and reptiles.
Feb
20
2:00p
End Date
Feb
21
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Feb
21
10:00a
End Date
Jumping to Conclusions: A Spider's Tale
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Come learn about Texas' smallest fuzzy hunters and their place in our native ecosystems along with their other cousins.
Feb
21
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Feb
21
10:00a
End Date
Feb
21
10:00a
End Date
Guided Paddle
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Guided paddle launching from the Walnut Slough Day Use Area!
Feb
21
12:00p
End Date
Feb
21
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Feb
21
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
Feb
22
10:00a
End Date
Prairie on Fire: A Hike of New Growth
Galveston Island State Park
Experience Galveston Island’s wild side in a way few ever have!
Feb
22
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Feb
22
1:00p
End Date
Feb
22
3:00p
End Date
Feb
25
2:00p
End Date
Feb
26
1:00p
End Date
Feb
26
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Feb
26
3:00p
End Date
Critters of East Texas
Lake Livingston State Park
Explore the diversity of local mammals and reptiles.
Feb
27
2:00p
End Date
Feb
28
9:00a
End Date
Volunteer Workdays - Trail Maintenance
Village Creek State Park
Need volunteer hours? Help your local State Park look great!
Feb
28
9:00a
End Date
B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Bring your furry friend along for a light hike in the park!
Feb
28
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Feb
28
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Feb
28
10:00a
End Date
Feb
28
11:30a
End Date
Nature Talks: Invasives and Exotics
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Are you curious about the of invasive and exotic species at Stephen F. Austin State Park?
Feb
28
12:00p
End Date
Feb
28
1:00p
End Date
Frog Calls of East Texas
Lake Livingston State Park
Learn how to identify frog calls heard throughout east Texas.
Feb
28
2:00p
End Date
Enchanting Junior Ranger Academy
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
THIS EVENT CANCELLED, 01/24/2026. Join Ranger Bex for a fun afternoon of activities and adventure at Enchanted Rock!
Feb
28
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Feb
28
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
Feb
28
3:00p
End Date
Feb
28
7:00p
End Date
Flint & Steel Fire Starting
Lake Livingston State Park
Learn how to use flint & steel fire starters!
March 2026
Mar
1
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Mar
4
2:00p
End Date
Mar
5
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
Mar
5
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Mar
6
6:30p
End Date
Texas Outdoor Family Leadership Training | Brazos Bend State Park | (Application Open Until Feb 27th)
Brazos Bend 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?
Mar
7
9:00a
End Date
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
9:30a
End Date
Bastrop State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Spots Filling Fast)
Bastrop State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Mar
7
10:00a
End Date
1st Saturday Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Mar
7
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Mar
7
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Mar
7
10:00a
End Date
Mar
7
12:00p
End Date
Mar
7
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Mar
7
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
Mar
7
5:00p
End Date
Brazos River Pickers
Brazos Bend State Park
Come and enjoy the Brazos River Pickers as they play live country and bluegrass music from America’s roots.
Mar
8
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Mar
11
2:00p
End Date
Mar
12
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Mar
12
3:00p
End Date
Bug Out!
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Rangers will be sharing information about some of the many insects that call Enchanted Rock home at the gazebo on the base of Summit Trail.
Mar
14
9:30a
End Date
Brazos Bend State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Spots Filling Fast)
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Mar
14
10:00a
End Date
Mar
14
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Mar
14
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Mar
14
10:00a
End Date
Mar
14
10:00a
End Date
Spectacular Snakes!
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a talk about our slithery friends, the snakes!
Mar
14
10:30a
End Date
Bach on the Beach🎼
Galveston Island State Park
Join cellist Mandy Guilfoyle for a reflective morning of solo Bach performed beside the beach!🎻
Mar
14
12:00p
End Date
Mar
14
12:30p
End Date
Second Saturdays with Steve: The Burning of San Felipe de Austin
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us at the Stephen F. Austin State Park Nature Center to learn all about why San Felipe de Austin was burned to save a revolution.
Mar
14
1:00p
End Date
Binos 101
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
What’s that in the distance?! Learn how to use binoculars to find objects near and far with Ranger Hannah.
Mar
14
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Mar
14
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
Mar
15
9:30a
End Date
Mar
15
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Mar
15
10:30a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Brazos Bend State Park
If you're thinking of getting into fishing, then this is the program for you!
Mar
18
2:00p
End Date
Mar
19
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Mar
21
9:00a
End Date
B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Bring your furry friend along for a light hike in the park!
Mar
21
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Mar
21
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Mar
21
10:00a
End Date
Mar
21
10:00a
End Date
Guided Paddle
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Guided paddle launching from the Walnut Slough Day Use Area!
Mar
21
11:30a
End Date
Nature Talks: Common Native Plants
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Ever wonder what tree, flower, or vine you're looking at? Well, wonder no more! Join Armadillo Jack for a presentation on the common native plants of Stephen F. Austin.
Mar
21
12:00p
End Date
Mar
21
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Mar
21
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
Mar
22
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Mar
25
2:00p
End Date
Mar
26
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Mar
28
9:00a
End Date
Volunteer Workdays - Trail Maintenance
Village Creek State Park
Need volunteer hours? Help your local State Park look great!
Mar
28
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Mar
28
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Mar
28
10:00a
End Date
Mar
28
2:00p
End Date
Enchanting Junior Ranger Academy
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
THIS EVENT CANCELLED, 01/24/2026. Join Ranger Bex for a fun afternoon of activities and adventure at Enchanted Rock!
Mar
28
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Mar
28
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
Mar
29
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
April 2026
Apr
1
2:00p
End Date
Apr
2
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
Apr
2
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Apr
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!
Apr
4
10:00a
End Date
1st Saturday Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Apr
4
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr
4
10:00a
End Date
Apr
4
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Apr
4
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
Apr
5
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!
Apr
5
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr
7
5:00p
End Date
Brazos River Pickers
Brazos Bend State Park
Come and enjoy the Brazos River Pickers as they play live country and bluegrass music from America’s roots.
Apr
8
2:00p
End Date
Apr
9
8:30a
End Date
Trail Maintenance Mornings
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Volunteer your time with Enchanted Rock SNA staff and work to rebuild our trails.
Apr
9
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Apr
11
10:00a
End Date
Apr
11
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr
11
10:00a
End Date
Apr
11
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Apr
11
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
Apr
12
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr
15
2:00p
End Date
Apr
16
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Apr
17
6:30p
End Date
Brazos Bend State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Spots Filling Fast)
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Apr
18
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr
18
10:00a
End Date
Apr
18
10:00a
End Date
Guided Paddle
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Guided paddle launching from the Walnut Slough Day Use Area!
Apr
18
11:00a
End Date
Sea Center Nature Day
Sea Center Texas
This is a free event. Activities will include, but are not limited to:
Live Reptiles, Learning Activities, and More, 11 A.M. to 3 P.M.
Birds of Prey Show, 12 P.M. & 2 P.M.
Apr
18
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Apr
18
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
Apr
19
9:30a
End Date
Apr
19
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Apr
19
10:30a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Brazos Bend State Park
If you're thinking of getting into fishing, then this is the program for you!
Apr
22
2:00p
End Date
Apr
23
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Apr
24
6:30p
End Date
Lake Livingston State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Spots Filling Fast)
Lake Livingston State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Apr
25
9:00a
End Date
Volunteer Workdays - Trail Maintenance
Village Creek State Park
Need volunteer hours? Help your local State Park look great!
Apr
25
9:00a
End Date
B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Bring your furry friend along for a light hike in the park!
Apr
25
10:00a
End Date
Apr
25
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Apr
25
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
Apr
29
2:00p
End Date
Apr
30
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
May 2026
May
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!
May
2
10:00a
End Date
May
2
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
May
2
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
May
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!
May
7
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
May
7
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
May
9
10:00a
End Date
May
9
12:30p
End Date
Second Saturday with Steve: Buttons and other closures
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Come on a journey through fashion history of San Felipe de Austin! Experience the craftsmanship, culture, and creativity of a bygone era.
May
9
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
May
9
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
May
14
8:30a
End Date
Trail Maintenance Mornings
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Volunteer your time with Enchanted Rock SNA staff and work to rebuild our trails.
May
14
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
May
16
10:00a
End Date
May
16
10:00a
End Date
Guided Paddle
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Guided paddle launching from the Walnut Slough Day Use Area!
May
16
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
May
16
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
May
17
9:30a
End Date
May
17
10:30a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Brazos Bend State Park
If you're thinking of getting into fishing, then this is the program for you!
May
21
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
May
23
9:00a
End Date
B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Bring your furry friend along for a light hike in the park!
May
23
10:00a
End Date
May
23
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
May
23
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
May
28
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
May
29
6:30p
End Date
Galveston Island State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Spots Filling Fast)
Galveston Island State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
May
30
10:00a
End Date
May
30
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
May
30
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
June 2026
Jun
4
10:00a
End Date
Reading With a Ranger
Woodville, TX - Alan Shivers Library
Come hang out with a Ranger at the Alan Shivers Library in Woodville!
Jun
4
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Jun
6
10:00a
End Date
Jun
6
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Jun
6
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
Jun
11
8:30a
End Date
Trail Maintenance Mornings
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Volunteer your time with Enchanted Rock SNA staff and work to rebuild our trails.
Jun
11
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Jun
13
9:30a
End Date
Lake Livingston State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (On Sale Soon)
Lake Livingston State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Jun
13
10:00a
End Date
Jun
13
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Jun
13
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
Jun
18
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Jun
20
9:00a
End Date
B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Bring your furry friend along for a light hike in the park!
Jun
20
10:00a
End Date
Jun
20
10:00a
End Date
Guided Paddle
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Guided paddle launching from the Walnut Slough Day Use Area!
Jun
20
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Jun
20
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
Jun
21
9:30a
End Date
Jun
21
10:30a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Brazos Bend State Park
If you're thinking of getting into fishing, then this is the program for you!
Jun
25
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Jun
27
10:00a
End Date
Jun
27
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Jun
27
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
July 2026
Jul
2
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Jul
4
10:00a
End Date
Jul
4
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Jul
4
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
Jul
9
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Jul
11
10:00a
End Date
Jul
11
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Jul
11
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
Jul
16
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Jul
18
10:00a
End Date
Jul
18
10:00a
End Date
Guided Paddle
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Guided paddle launching from the Walnut Slough Day Use Area!
Jul
18
11:00a
End Date
Sea Center Shark Celebration
Sea Center Texas
See and touch real shark specimens; chat with shark experts; participate in a Shark Scavenger Hunt (prizes for the first 100 winners); search for shark teeth in the sand pit; get your face painted; create a shark-themed craft; purchase snacks from vendors; and more!
Jul
18
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Jul
18
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
Jul
19
9:30a
End Date
Jul
19
10:30a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Brazos Bend State Park
If you're thinking of getting into fishing, then this is the program for you!
Jul
23
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Jul
25
10:00a
End Date
Jul
25
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Jul
25
3:00p
End Date
Pelts, Skulls, and Tracks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Interactive program at the park amphitheater where you can touch pelts of mammals and discover what their tracks and scat look like!
Jul
30
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
August 2026
Aug
1
10:00a
End Date
Aug
1
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Aug
6
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Aug
8
10:00a
End Date
Aug
8
12:30p
End Date
Second Saturday with Steve – The Monitorial System of Education and its use in the Austin Colony
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us at the Nature Center for a fascinating journey into early education on the Texas frontier and explore the Monitorial System of Education shaped learning in the Austin Colony!
Aug
8
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Aug
13
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Aug
15
10:00a
End Date
Aug
15
10:00a
End Date
Guided Paddle
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Guided paddle launching from the Walnut Slough Day Use Area!
Aug
15
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Aug
20
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Aug
22
10:00a
End Date
Aug
22
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Aug
27
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Aug
29
10:00a
End Date
Aug
29
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
September 2026
Sep
3
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Sep
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!
Sep
5
10:00a
End Date
Sep
5
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Sep
10
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Sep
12
10:00a
End Date
Sep
12
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Sep
17
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Sep
19
10:00a
End Date
Sep
19
10:00a
End Date
Guided Paddle
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Guided paddle launching from the Walnut Slough Day Use Area!
Sep
19
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Sep
24
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
Sep
26
10:00a
End Date
Sep
26
2:00p
End Date
Alligator Talk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Come learn about alligators and alligator safety at the park amphitheater!
October 2026
Oct
2
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
3
10:00a
End Date
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
10
10:00a
End Date
Oct
17
10:00a
End Date
Oct
17
10:00a
End Date
Guided Paddle
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Guided paddle launching from the Walnut Slough Day Use Area!
Oct
24
9:00a
End Date
B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Bring your furry friend along for a light hike in the park!
Oct
24
10:00a
End Date
Oct
31
10:00a
End Date
November 2026
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
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!
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
Nov
14
10:00a
End Date
Nov
14
12:30p
End Date
Second Saturdays with Steve: The Legacy of Log Cabins in Austin’s Colony
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for Second Saturday with Steve as we explore the fascinating history and importance of log cabins in Austin’s Colony!
Nov
21
9:00a
End Date
B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Bring your furry friend along for a light hike in the park!
Nov
21
10:00a
End Date
Nov
21
10:00a
End Date
Guided Paddle
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Guided paddle launching from the Walnut Slough Day Use Area!
Nov
28
10:00a
End Date
December 2026
Dec
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!
Dec
5
10:00a
End Date
Dec
12
10:00a
End Date
Dec
19
10:00a
End Date
Dec
19
10:00a
End Date
Guided Paddle
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Guided paddle launching from the Walnut Slough Day Use Area!
Dec
26
10:00a
End Date