Get Outside Events

Find TPWD staff and partners throughout the state, making great connections! Bring your questions, feedback, sense of adventure, and a fun spirit and join us in the sharing in all things conservation!

Plan to join us in 2025 at:

Mayfest in Fort Worth
Saturday and Sunday, May 3rd - 4th, 2025
Times: To Be Determined

Texas State Fair in Dallas
Friday - Sunday, September 26th - 28th, 2025
Times: To Be Determined

Baytown Nurture Nature Festival in Baytown
Dates: To Be Determined
Time: 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Fiesta de Palmas in McAllen
Friday - Sunday, October 17th - 19th, 2025
Times: To Be Determined

And more to be announced!

Enter to Win the Outdoor Pursuits Giveaway!

Participate in any number of TPWD's activities at these great events, and enter our free giveaway! Simply scan a QR code, tell us how to contact the winner, and you are entered to win one of two prize packs. One includes a set of camping gear essentials and there is a second drawing for two fishing rod and reel combos.

A variety of activities led by TPWD staff and partners to participate in may include many of the following:

Archery
Fishing
Meet your favorite freshwater fish species and biologists
Bring your questions for Game Wardens
Talk water safety with Boater Education
Planning your next State Park adventure
Try the catfish tank, explore live animals, and make a craft
Find a new TPWD program or partner for you to enjoy
and more!

Volunteers: Help us Introduce attendees to the management and conservation of the natural and cultural resources of Texas! E-mail Get Outside to express your interest in helping. All you need is a smile and positive attitude. We have a diversity of jobs to accommodate everyone's comfort and skill level!