Houston Events
Events in and around Houston.
April 2024
Apr
12
8:00a
End Date
Incredible Insects Scavenger Hunt
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Join the search for some common incredible insects that can be found here in the park!
Apr
18
9:00a
End Date
Apr
19
10:00a
End Date
Guided Kayak Trip **No rentals available**
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore the sloughs and lake, and discover all about local flora and fauna.
Apr
20
8:00a
End Date
Morning Stretches and Earth Day Breath
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Wake up with the Earth through gentle stretching and intentional breath.
Apr
20
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Apr
20
9:30a
End Date
Martin Dies Jr. State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (CANCELED)
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Apr
20
10:00a
End Date
Trail Mix: Edible Plants - Guided Hike
Bastrop State Park
Join a Lost Pines Master Naturalist for an adventure on the trails!
Apr
20
10:00a
End Date
Edible and Medicinal Plants Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us on Earth Day weekend to explore the wild treats of the woods in this fun hike!
Apr
20
10:00a
End Date
Earth Day Litter Pick Up Brigade
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Celebrate Earth Day in the best way - through an act of service! Help beautify our Hen House Ridge Day Use Area and give back to the Earth.
Apr
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.
Apr
20
11:00a
End Date
Wildcraft: Dragonflies!
Brazos Bend State Park
Learn all about dragonflies and make a jeweled dragonfly to take home!
Apr
20
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.
Apr
20
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!
Apr
20
2:00p
End Date
Arts in the Park
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Come explore your creative side!
Apr
20
2:00p
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
Apr
20
2:30p
End Date
Kids Outdoor Games
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Engage in fun outdoor games! Adults must accompany youth but are allowed to sit on the sidelines!
Apr
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.
Apr
21
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?
Apr
21
2:00p
End Date
Ranger Led Trail Hike
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Enjoy a leisurely interpretive hike around Sheldon Lake State Park!
Apr
21
2:00p
End Date
The Bows that Shaped Texas
Brazos Bend State Park
Come learn about how one nation changed Texan culture and history forever!
Apr
21
5:30p
End Date
Evening Bird Walk
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the wonderful world of birds without the need for an alarm clock!
Apr
22
9:00a
End Date
Apr
25
5:30p
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Katy
Katy, TX - Kenneth D. Welch Outdoor Learning Center
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Apr
25
7:15p
End Date
Sunset Watercolor
Galveston Island State Park
Unleash your creative side and enjoy the island's best sunsets.
Apr
26
10:00a
End Date
Wellness Walk
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on this easy-going walk and add some forest fitness to your life!
Apr
26
1:00p
End Date
Wildflower Seedbombs
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Explore our Wildscape Garden and make your own wildflower seed bomb! This is an "open house" style program.
Apr
27
9:00a
End Date
Apr
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.
Apr
27
10:30a
End Date
Furs and Skulls **RSVP REQ'd**
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover all about mammals as we explore furs and skulls.
Apr
27
11:00a
End Date
Wildcraft: Armadillos!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a story about armadillos and make a macaroni armadillo to take home!
Apr
27
12:00p
End Date
Is this a Danger Noodle?
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join Ranger Vinnie for a presentation about venomous and non-venomous snakes in the park.
Apr
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.
Apr
27
1:00p
End Date
Spectacular Snakes!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a talk about our slithery friends, the snakes!
Apr
27
2:00p
End Date
Backyard Bass!
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Bring out your friends and family for a land lover's spin on fishing!
Apr
27
2:00p
End Date
Apr
27
2:00p
End Date
Apr
27
3:00p
End Date
Conservation Hike with a Park Cop (RSVP REQ'd)
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join Officer McGarry to discover all about conservation as we hike the beautiful Island Trail. Earn the prestigious "Park Police Pal" badge for completing the hike!
Apr
27
5:30p
End Date
Evening Bird Walk
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the wonderful world of birds without the need for an alarm clock!
Apr
28
9:30a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Take your creativity outside and discover where art, creative writing, and biology converge in this intro to nature journaling!
Apr
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.
Apr
28
2:00p
End Date
Skins and Skulls
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Come learn more about the wildlife that call Sheldon Lake State Park their home!
Apr
28
2:00p
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!
May 2024
May
2
9:00a
End Date
May
3
End Date
Great Texas Birding Classic - Big Sit!
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Our local Texas Master Naturalists are competing in the Great Texas Birding Classic. Stop by to learn about the birds they've observed or how to become a Master Naturalist
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
4
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
May
4
10:00a
End Date
Canceled 4/6 - Fire Through Our Forest - Guided Hike
Bastrop State Park
4/6 hike is Canceled - Fire in the woods is natural and necessary find out how and why on this guided hike.
May
4
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Nature Walk
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
4
10:00a
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
May
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.
May
5
9:00a
End Date
Prairie Adventure Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Join a prairie expert for an adventure through the remaining 1% of coastal prairie habitat.
May
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.
May
5
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?
May
6
9:00a
End Date
May
9
9:00a
End Date
May
10
5:30p
End Date
Kayaking 101
Galveston Island State Park
Join a certified kayak guide to learn the basics of kayaking.
May
11
End Date
Volunteer Work Day
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Get Outside Alliance is joining us for a volunteer work day! Sign up to participate!
May
11
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
May
11
9:00a
End Date
May
11
10:00a
End Date
Naturalists: Then & Now - Guided Hike
Buescher State Park
Do you like watching the birds and bugs? Do you enjoy stopping to smell the roses and sharing pictures of them with your friends? Do you have a young explorer in your life? If so, this hike is for you!
May
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.
May
11
12:00p
End Date
Is this a Danger Noodle?
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join Ranger Vinnie for a presentation about venomous and non-venomous snakes in the park.
May
11
3:30p
End Date
May
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.
May
16
9:00a
End Date
May
17
6:30p
End Date
Huntsville State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family (Registration Open)
Huntsville State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
May
18
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
May
18
10:00a
End Date
Predators of the Pines - Guided Hike
Bastrop State Park
Join a Texas Master Naturalist to discover what creatures are roaming through the Lost Pines!
May
18
10:00a
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
May
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.
May
18
10:00a
End Date
Nature Talks: Check out these trees
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.
May
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.
May
19
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?
May
20
9:00a
End Date
May
23
9:00a
End Date
May
23
9:00a
End Date
Bevilport 9-Mile Guided Paddle Trip
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Calling experienced paddlers to discover local history and explore the Angelina-Neches Forks.
May
25
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
May
25
9:00a
End Date
May
25
10:00a
End Date
Trail Mix: Edible Plants - Guided Hike
Buescher State Park
Hit the trails with a Lost Pines Master Naturalist on a fun guided hike!
May
25
10:00a
End Date
Inflatable Archery
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Practice shooting a bow and arrow for safe-inflatable archery fun
May
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.
May
25
3:30p
End Date
May
26
9:00a
End Date
May
26
10:00a
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
May
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.
May
27
9:00a
End Date
May
30
9:00a
End Date
May
30
7:30p
End Date
Sunset Watercolor
Galveston Island State Park
Unleash your creative side and enjoy the island's best sunsets.
May
31
End Date
Hike the Trails Challenge (Self-Guided)
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Celebrate National Trails Day with us! Take on our challenge to travel all of our trails over the weekend.
June 2024
Jun
1
End Date
Hike the Trails Challenge (Self-Guided)
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Celebrate National Trails Day with us! Take on our challenge to travel all of our trails over the weekend.
Jun
1
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Jun
1
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Nature Walk
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.
Jun
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.
Jun
2
End Date
Hike the Trails Challenge (Self-Guided)
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Celebrate National Trails Day with us! Take on our challenge to travel all of our trails over the weekend.
Jun
2
9:00a
End Date
Prairie Adventure Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Join a prairie expert for an adventure through the remaining 1% of coastal prairie habitat.
Jun
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.
Jun
2
3:00p
End Date
Sargassum Search
Galveston Island State Park
Search through these tiny floating islands for the organisms that call the sargassum home.
Jun
3
9:00a
End Date
Jun
4
9:00a
End Date
Project WILD Workshop - Houston
Humble, TX - Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
Professional development for anyone who works in education with children or the public
Jun
5
9:00a
End Date
Aquatic WILD Workshop - Houston
Humble, TX - Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
Professional development for anyone who works with education of children
Jun
6
9:00a
End Date
Growing Up WILD and Trees & Me Combo
Spring, TX - Dennis Johnston Park
Professional development for those working or volunteering in early childhood education
Jun
6
9:00a
End Date
Jun
7
6:30p
End Date
Galveston Island State Park | Two 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.
Jun
8
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Jun
8
9:00a
End Date
Jun
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.
Jun
8
3:30p
End Date
Jun
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.
Jun
10
9:00a
End Date
Camp Wild: Summer Day Camp (Registration April 1- May 10, 2024)
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Let's get some kids outside this summer at Stephen F. Austin State Park. This 4-day adventure for 10- to 12-year olds actively engages children with nature through outdoor and creative activities.
Jun
10
9:00a
End Date
Jun
13
8:30a
End Date
Aquatic WILD Workshop - Richmond
Richmond, TX - Long Acres Ranch
Professional development for anyone who works to educate middle and high school students
Jun
13
9:00a
End Date
Jun
15
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Jun
16
9:00a
End Date
Prairie Adventure Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Join a prairie expert for an adventure through the remaining 1% of coastal prairie habitat.
Jun
16
10:00a
End Date
Sea Turtle Celebration!
Galveston Island State Park
Join us in celebrating World Sea Turtle Day with activities, crafts, and more!
Jun
16
11:00a
End Date
Jun
17
9:00a
End Date
Jun
20
9:00a
End Date
Jun
22
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Jun
22
9:00a
End Date
Jun
22
3:30p
End Date
Jun
23
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?
Jun
24
9:00a
End Date
Jun
26
8:30a
End Date
Project WILD Workshop - Richmond
Richmond, TX - Long Acres Ranch
Professional development for anyone who works to educate middle and high school students
Jun
27
8:30a
End Date
Growing Up WILD - Richmond
Richmond, TX - Long Acres Ranch
Professional development for anyone who works to educate young children or the public
Jun
27
9:00a
End Date
Jun
29
9:00a
End Date
Bait and Bay Fishing
Galveston Island State Park
Learn some tips and tricks for fishing in Galveston Bay.
Jun
30
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?
July 2024
Jul
6
9:00a
End Date
Jul
6
3:30p
End Date
Jul
7
3:00p
End Date
Sargassum Search
Galveston Island State Park
Search through these tiny floating islands for the organisms that call the sargassum home.
Jul
16
8:30a
End Date
Growing Up WILD - Richmond
Richmond, TX - Long Acres Ranch
Professional development for anyone who works to educate young children or the public, especially homeschool families.
Jul
20
9:00a
End Date
Jul
20
3:30p
End Date
Jul
23
8:30a
End Date
Project WILD Workshop - Richmond
Richmond, TX - Long Acres Ranch
Professional development for anyone who works to educate elementary students
Jul
24
8:30a
End Date
Aquatic WILD Workshop - Richmond
Richmond, TX - Long Acres Ranch
Professional development for anyone who works to educate elementary students
August 2024
Aug
4
3:00p
End Date
Sargassum Search
Galveston Island State Park
Search through these tiny floating islands for the organisms that call the sargassum home.
September 2024
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
28
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
29
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!
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
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!
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
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!
December 2024
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!