TPWD Calendar
Use the links in the left column to find events by activity, region, site and date. Links are also listed for canceled events and restricted access to sites, as well as special calendars for landowners, state parks and wildlife management areas.
Holidays
December 1–25, 2006 — Starr Family Home SHS — Candlelight Christmas Dinners — In conjunction with the Wonderland of Lights Festival, we will offer our annual catered dinners compete with musical entertainment and a tour of the beautiful Starr Mansion. These are for group bookings by reservation only. Call for times, fees, reservations and more information (903) 935-3044. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Starr Family Home SHS] [Featured Events]
December 2006 — Battleship Texas SHS — Yuletide Texas — Christmas was a very special time for the sailors and officers who served aboard Battleship TEXAS. Visit throughout the month of December to see the Battleship TEXAS adorned with lights, ornaments and decorations in the spirit of the season, just the way the crew members who served aboard her did while serving their country. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; fees free for Texas State Parks Pass members, $10 non-members, $5 senior citizens, free for children 12 and under (281) 479-2431. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Battleship Texas SHS]
December 1–31, 2006 — Big Spring SP — Poinsettias in the Park — Visit the park and see six large metal poinsettias (each one 20 feet wide and 8 feet tall) wrapped in Christmas lights. These lights will be placed on the edge of the 200-foot bluff at the northern limit of the Edwards Plateau in the park. This is in conjunction with the Festival of Lights at the neighboring Comanche Trail Park with more than 500,000 Christmas lights. Dark-10 p.m. (432) 263-4931. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Big Spring SP]
December 2006 — Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS — Early German Christmas — Get into the season's spirit with us! Walk along the fantastic quarter-mile trail overlooking the town of La Grange and be delighted by the thousands of lights that illuminate it. Experience the more traditionally decorated 1850s-era German home of H.L. Kreische, bedecked in Christmas splendor, in a Texas-German style. Enjoy the genuine seasonal hospitality of the Friends of Monument Hill and Kreische Brewery, who sponsor the event. Entertainment and refreshments provided. Call for times, dates and more information; fee $12 adults; available by reservation only to groups of 30 or more (979) 968-5658. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS]
December 17–18, 21–22, 2006 — Wyler Aerial Tramway SP — Santa Arrives at Ranger Peak — Santa will be at the top of Ranger Peak waiting for children to deliver their letters in person and to take their picture with him. Noon-5 p.m.; fees $7 adults, $4 children 4-12, children 3 and under free (915) 562-9899. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Wyler Aerial Tramway SP] [Featured Events]
December 22–25, 2006 — Government Canyon SNA — Holiday Labyrinth — Both adults and children can enjoy labyrinth walks on this spiritual journey set to holiday music in the natural surroundings. Scheduled walking times 3-5 p.m. Friday and Sunday, noon-2 p.m. Saturday and Monday; entrance fees waived on Monday with hours of operation shortened to 8 a.m.-3 p.m. (210) 688-9055. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Government Canyon SNA]
December 23, 2006 — Lake Texana SP — Campfire Carols — Sit around the campfire, enjoy some hot cider or cocoa and sing your favorite Christmas carols at the Nature Center. 6-8 p.m. (361) 782-5718. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Lake Texana SP]
January 1, 2007 — Big Spring SP — Poinsettias in the Park — Visit the park and see six large metal poinsettias (each one 20 feet wide and 8 feet tall) wrapped in Christmas lights. These lights will be placed on the edge of the 200-foot bluff at the northern limit of the Edwards Plateau in the park. This is in conjunction with the Festival of Lights at the neighboring Comanche Trail Park with more than 500,000 Christmas lights. Dark-10 p.m. (432) 263-4931. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Big Spring SP]
February 2007 — Landmark Inn SHS — Valentine's Package — Two nights at Landmark Inn, fresh flowers in your room and a gift basket upon arrival, dinner one night at La Normandie Restaurant (French cuisine), lunch one afternoon at Castroville Cafe (continental), breakfast in bed one morning. Available any Friday and Saturday in February. Fees $330 to $404 per couple plus taxes, depending on room selected. For reservations, call (830) 931-2133. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Landmark Inn SHS]
February 17, 2007 — World Birding Center - Estero Llano Grande SP — Valentine's Day in the Park — Watch the sunset or take a romantic stroll through the park this Valentine's Day weekend. The park has many fun activities for non-lovebirds as well. There will also be free arts and crafts for kids. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (956) 565-3919. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About World Birding Center - Estero Llano Grande SP] [Featured Events]
March 18, 2007 — Galveston Island SP — St. Patrick's Day Bike Parade — Kids 12 and under bring your bicycles and come spread some green cheer! First, with parent's help, we'll decorate the bikes, then parade through the campgrounds and return for refreshments and goodies. 10-11:30 a.m. (409) 737-1222. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Galveston Island SP] [Featured Events]
April 2007 — Goliad SP — Easter at the Mission — Come to Mission Espiritu Santo and celebrate a musical Easter season! You are invited to attend a concert by the Victoria College Choir and the Victoria Civic Chorus under the direction of Dr. Marylynn Fletcher. Held in the old mission chapel. Call for date; 3-4 p.m, (361) 645-3405. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Goliad SP]
April 7, 2007 — Eisenhower Birthplace SHS — Easter Egg Roll — Children from toddlers to 10 years old are invited to compete in rolling eggs on the lawn. We provide eggs, spoons and prizes for the winners and the Easter Bunny will greet the children and give out candy. 2-4 p.m. (903) 465-8908. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Eisenhower Birthplace SHS] [Featured Events]
April 7, 2007 — Lake Texana SP — Annual Easter Egg Hunt — We will start with an Easter egg hunt in four age divisions: 0-3, 4-6, 7-9 and 10-12. Afterwards, the whole family will enjoy sack races, egg and spoon races, horseshoe and volleyball tournaments and much more. 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. (361) 782-5718. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Lake Texana SP] [Featured Events]
April 7, 2007 — Lyndon B. Johnson SP&HS — Easter at the Sauer-Beckmann Farm — Celebrate Easter like a traditional 1915 German farm family would have. Park interpreters will be making natural dyed Easter eggs, lamb cake and grass Easter nests, as the early settlers would have made them. While visiting, you will also have an opportunity to participate in some traditional activities common to that time period. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (830) 644-2252. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Lyndon B. Johnson SP&HS] [Featured Events]
April 8, 2007 — Fanthorp Inn SHS — Easter Sunrise Service — Celebrate Easter in the park at this annual event organized by area churches. Refreshments and fellowship will follow. 7-8 a.m. (936) 873-2633. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fanthorp Inn SHS]
April 21, 2007 — Varner-Hogg Plantation SHS — San Jacinto Day Festival — Celebrate the day as we commemorate this battle for Texas independence. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (979) 345-4656. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Varner-Hogg Plantation SHS]
This calendar lists items sponsored by TPWD or in which TPWD is a participant.
Symbols and Abbreviations
- = Featured Event
- SP = State Park
- SHS = State Historic Site
- SP&HS = State Park and Historic Site
- SFH = State Fish Hatchery
- SNA = State Natural Area
- WMA = Wildlife Management Area
Calendars on Other Sites
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