Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place

Encounter the 46-foot-tall T. rex and new life-sized animatronic dinosaurs along the nature trails at the annual exhibit. The exhibit always gives families and friends a fun, educational activity to enjoy together. See the dinosaurs move and hear them roar. An outdoor fossil dig is available for kids. The dinosaur trail is great for jogging strollers, but not suitable for strollers with small wheels or wheelchairs.

heardmuseum.org/dinosaurs-live

Isla Tours, 33256 State Park Road 100

All aboard the Murphy’s Law for a 1.5-hour dolphin watch and eco tour. Cruise along the lower Laguna Madre on the 67-foot, double-decker boat, which is specially designed to allow guests to have an optimum viewing experience while on the water.

islatours.com

Isla Tours, 33256 State Park Road 100

Take a 4-hour narrated tour along the Brownsville Ship Channel. See local and migratory birds, dolphins in the bay, the SpaceX launch site and Starbase city, the USS Kitty Hawk, and oil rigs from all over the world. On the way back, the tour cruises through the Port Isabel Shrimp Basin. Fresh-caught Gulf shrimp tastings are also available.

islatours.com

Isla Tours, 33256 State Park Road 100

An hour and a half in duration, this excursion aboard the Murphy’s Law offers a brief tour of the Laguna Madre and provides a glimpse of the bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat. At the end of the tour, enjoy a breathtaking south Texas sunset.

islatours.com

Houston Botanic Garden, 1 Botanic Lane

The Chinese lantern festival, with larger-than-life installations that showcase the beauty of nature and celebrate the promise of the Lunar New Year, returns with all-new displays and interactive elements.

hbg.org/series/radiant-nature

Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney St.

Every winter, Discovery Green’s Kinder Lake transforms into Houston’s only outdoor ice-skating rink. Adults and children of all ages can glide beneath the glittering lights of downtown and enjoy a series of programming throughout the season—from themed music nights to discounted skate nights. The ice rink is open every day.

discoverygreen.com/ice

Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney St.

By internationally recognized artist Jen Lewin, this interactive public art installation features a collection of 24 handcrafted and hand-painted ethereal glowing moths on a monumental scale. The creatures hang suspended from the trees of the Brown Promenade at Discovery Green and react to sound and movement of visitors. Each moth represents a unique endangered North American moth species.

discoverygreen.com/atlas

The Ice Rink, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive

Enjoy ice skating this holiday season at the indoor ice skating rink located in the heart of The Woodlands town center. The Woodlands Ice Rink is open seasonally from mid-November through mid-January.

visitthewoodlands.com/events/holiday/woodlands-ice-rink/

Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place

Experience the ecology, geology, flora, and fauna of the Heard Sanctuary. Led by trained guides, your group spends 45-60 minutes hiking the unique landscape.

heardmuseum.org/other-programs/#trail

Herff Farm, 33 Herff Road

At this open-air farmers market on the historic Herff Farm, you can hike the trails, get gardening inspiration, take classes on growing your food, help the Cibolo Center for Conservation maintain the land through volunteer service projects, or get new recipe ideas.

cibolo.org/locations/farmersmarket

Center for the Arts and Sciences, 400 College Blvd.

This show features a 30-foot dome equipped with a Spitz Star Ball projector that reproduces the night sky, along with a variety of other high-tech equipment to give visitors a close-up feel of comets, exploding stars, and black holes.

brazosportcenter.com

Pioneer Pavilion , 432 Lady Bird Drive

The Fredericksburg Rockhounds hosts this annual gem and mineral show, where you can find artifacts, exhibits, demonstrations, jewelry, minerals, fossils, and collectors. A geologist is on site to help identify mystery rocks, and there’s a silent auction and raffles.

fredericksburgrockhounds.org

Historic Strand District, 2302 Strand St.

At this celebration of all things chili and beer, attendees can stroll the historic Strand District and sample chili from participating cook teams; choose from over 100 beers to sample at the Indoor Beer Fest; participate in the Beerfoot Beer Run 5k or cornhole tournament; and enjoy live music and the Strand Merchant Walkabout.

yagaschiliquest.com

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, 299 SH 332 West

Watch volunteers collect baseline data on bird populations at the sanctuary. The monthly banding station events are an excellent opportunity to see birds up close and to learn all the birds of the Brazosport area.

gcbo.org

Downtown

Formerly the 3M Half Marathon, the Austin International Half boasts one of the fastest half marathon courses in the country. The mostly downhill course takes you past some of Austin’s finest locations and finishes downtown near the Texas State Capitol.

3mhalfmarathon.com

NE Metro Park, 15500 Sun Light Near Way

Whether you’re a seasoned trailblazer or a greenhorn just starting out, this event is a wild ride through the ages. Secure your spot, lace up your boots, and get ready to race through time. All ages and skill levels welcome.

cli.re/90005-time-travel-half-marathon10k5k---austin-tx

South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd.

A brand new event, Pickleball on Padre offers group lessons and open play for players looking for a court to show off their skills. All lessons are provided by John Raschillia, a certified instructor by the Pickleball Coaching International, Dynamite Doubles, and IPTPA organizations.

sopadre.com/events

Ford Center at The Star, 9 Cowboys Way

The Dallas Open brings professional tennis players from around the world to Ford Center at The Star in Frisco.

dallasopen.com/en

Center for the Arts and Sciences, 400 College Blvd.

This show features a 30-foot dome equipped with a Spitz Star Ball projector that reproduces the night sky, along with a variety of other high-tech equipment to give visitors a close-up feel of comets, exploding stars, and black holes.

brazosportcenter.com

H-E-B Center, 2100 Avenue Of The Stars

Get ready for high-flying fun as the famous Harlem Globetrotters make their victorious return. Witness the trick-shot stars of basketball live as they bring their signature spins, dunks, and slams to the court, taking on their determined rivals, the Washington Generals.

visitcedarparktexas.com/event/harlem-globetrotters-2025-world-tour/1409

Austin Convention Center, 500 E. Cesar Chavez St.

This family-friendly event is a chance to explore over 250,000 square feet of RVs, outdoor living essentials, and accessories. Compare top brands and dealers like Crestview RV Buda, Crestview RV Georgetown, RV Land, Princess Craft RV, Ron Hoover RV and Marine Centers, Airstream of Austin, and Blue Compass RV—all offering their best deals of the year. The Austin RV Expo isn’t just about shopping—it’s about embracing the RV lifestyle. Join engaging seminars led by experts from Texas State Parks and industry professionals, offering practical tips and inspiration for both seasoned RV enthusiasts and first-timers. Live music performances by talented artists add to the fun, creating a vibrant atmosphere perfect for families.

austinrvexpo.com

Base at Extraco Events Center, 4601 Bosque Blvd.

A yearly sold-out event, the Texas Sports Hall of Fame Induction Banquet features the year’s newest inductees from a variety of sports.

tshof.org/induction.html

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, 299 SH 332 West

Watch volunteers collect baseline data on bird populations at the sanctuary. The monthly banding station events are an excellent opportunity to see birds up close and to learn all the birds of the Brazosport area.

gcbo.org

Downtown

Whether you participate in the marathon, half marathon or 5K, or cheer on the runners, this is an exciting race through downtown Austin.

youraustinmarathon.com

Ford Center at The Star, 9 Cowboys Way

The World Olympic Gymnastics Academy (WOGA) Classic and Valeri Liukin Invitational bring together competitors from all across the United States and other countries. Experience these fantastic competitions under one roof.

woga.net/woga-classic-home

Moody Center , 2001 Robert Dedman Drive

Watch the San Antonio Spurs take on the Phoenix Suns on February 20th and then the Detroit Pistons on February 21st.

moodycenteratx.com/events/category/sports

Various locations

Each year since 1996, the Whooping Crane Festival has celebrated the annual return of the cranes to their wintering habitat at the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge. The Texas Coastal Bend is the only place where you can see the world’s last naturally occurring population of Whooping Cranes. The event has renowned speakers, birding trips, boating trips, nature tours, photography workshops, and a trade show.

portaransas.org/whooping-crane-festival

Westwood Country Club, 3808 W. 35th St.

The ATX Open returns as Austin’s premier professional tour-level tennis tournament, bringing world-class women athletes and tennis action to the heart of Texas. See top-ranked Americans Jessica Pegula and Madison Keys play.

atxopen.com

Stahlman Park, 2211 Bluewater Highway

The race offers something for every level of runner, with a marathon, half marathon, 5K, and a kids K. Races start as the sun rises over the water and follow the public beach to San Luis Pass, then return. The entire course is on firm, smooth sand. A post-run party includes Texas barbecue, drinks, and games. 

surfsidebeachmarathon.com

Riders Field, 7300 RoughRiders Trail

The Frisco Classic is a premier early season collegiate baseball tournament. As has been the case in previous events, the event includes four of the nation’s top teams. The lineup features the 2023 NCAA Men’s College World Series champion Louisiana State University alongside the University of Nebraska, Kansas State University, and Sam Houston State University.

friscoclassic.com

Center for the Arts and Sciences, 400 College Blvd.

This show (check for dates throughout the month) features a 30-foot dome equipped with a Spitz Star Ball projector that reproduces the night sky, along with a variety of other high-tech equipment to give visitors a close-up feel of comets, exploding stars, and black holes.

brazosportcenter.org

Historic Herff Farm, 33 Herff Road

Find what you need at this market open every Saturday, whether you want to hike the trails, shop in the open air, get gardening inspiration, take classes on growing food, volunteer at the Cibolo Center for Conservation, or get new recipe ideas.

cibolo.org/locations/farmersmarket

Big Bend National Park, Big Bend National Park

Join the women of Journey Land and Soul for a transformational women’s hiking retreat to explore the mountains and desert of Far West Texas. Alongside an intimate and supportive group of growth-oriented women, embark on two days of exhilarating hikes through Big Bend National Park. Meditation, mindful movement, sound healing, sunset dinners, and stargazing are all part of the experience.

journeylandandsoul.com/bigbendretreat

Freeport Historical Museum, 311 E. Park Ave.

Dinosaur George returns to the museum with his traveling museum of real artifacts and over 150 exhibit pieces of prehistoric life.

freeportmuseum.com

Cibolo Center for Conservation, 140 City Park Road

Hit the trails at sunset and discover the various creatures that call the Cibolo home. Family Night Hikes are great ways for children and families to explore the center and see what lives in the park in the dark.

cibolo.org/night-hikes

Various locations

This educational event connects people, birds, and nature. The ninth annual festival offers three fun-filled days that include professional birding tours, a youth art contest, speaker sessions, author book signings, vendors, children’s events, a VIP dinner, and the Parade of Birds.

matagordabaybirdfest.org

Discovery Center at the Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge, 2022 CR 227

Friends of Brazoria Refuges, local volunteers, and Texas Master Naturalists set up environmental and wildlife educational activity stations, live animal exhibits, and other fun activities for the family. In addition, the Big Slough Recreation Area boasts a 7-mile auto tour loop and two short walking trails.  

refugefriends.org/the-discovery-center.html

Kerrville Schreiner Park, 2385 Bandera Highway

One hour before dark, enjoy a free concert. Pack lawn chairs and picnic blankets and come out to the park to enjoy the concert along the banks of the beautiful Guadalupe River.

kerrvilletx.gov

Travis County Expo Center, 7311 Decker Lane

Over the years, Rodeo Austin has grown from a show featuring 16 animals into one of Austin’s premier events featuring pro rodeo events, daily concerts, and a livestock show.

rodeoaustin.com

Davis Mountains Preserve , State Highway 118 North (about 10 miles past McDonald Observatory)

The Nature Conservancy’s Davis Mountains Preserve—home to Mount Livermore and Baldy Peak—is closed to the public for research and conservation-related management activities throughout the majority of the year. However, the preserve opens for camping, hiking, biking, equestrian, picnics, photography, birding, and other outdoor activities on select weekends throughout the year. All are invited, no reservation required.

nature.org/en-us/get-involved/how-to-help/events/tx-davis-mountains-open-days

Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place

Visitors have the opportunity to explore larger-than-life animatronic insects and arachnids, strategically positioned along the nature trails of the Heard. This unique exhibit offers a compelling conservation experience designed to deepen the understanding of these fascinating creatures and their vital roles in the ecosystem.

heardmuseum.org/bugs-live

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, 299 SH 332 West

Watch volunteers collect baseline data on bird populations at the sanctuary. The monthly banding station is an excellent opportunity to see birds up close and to learn all about the birds of the Brazosport area.

gcbo.org

Lake Amistad Diablo East Marina, 748 Diablo East Road

Del Rio Chamber of Commerce presents this big bass tournament, held semi-annually at Lake Amistad. It includes hourly prizes, a youth division, small mouth and overall fish payout, along with 13-pound ShareLunker.

facebook.com/borderbassbattle

Lewisville ISD Aquatic Center, 5729 Memorial Drive

Feeling lucky? At the Luck of the Irish Triathlon, contestants swim, bike, and run through The Colony to receive a completion medal. If you’re not competing, come out and cheer on family and friends as they make their way through the course.

playtri.com/all-races/luckoftheirishtriathlon

Lake Sweetwater, Country Road 264

The Rattlesnake Gravel Grind benefits the volunteer fire department of Nolan County and takes riders on tours of the scenic areas around Lake Sweetwater as well as farm and ranch roads around Bird Nest Canyon, Happy Valley, Mulberry Canyon, and Panther Canyon. Route distances range from 111, 66, and 32 miles. After the event, enjoy beer, food, and live music.

rattlesnakegravelgrind.bike

Nacogdoches County Exposition and Civic Center, 3805 NW Stallings Drive

The annual Pro Rodeo presented by the Nacogdoches Expo Center features national talent acts, mutton bustin’, livestock shows, and performances.

nacexpo.net/rodeo.asp

Rev your engines for the ultimate sportbike rally of the Hill Country, hosted by Texas Sportbike Moto Rallies. Join fellow enthusiasts for adrenaline-pumping group rides through scenic routes, stunt shows, live music, camping, and raffles. Registration takes place at Kerr County Youth Event Center.

texassportbikerallies.com

Cedar Park Recreation Center, 1435 Main St.

A glow ride takes you around the 1-mile paved path at the recreation center and features unique LED light displays. You won’t want to miss the glow party at the end of the ride in the sculpture garden, featuring a DJ, glow dancers, LED swings, and LED seesaws. Decorated bicycles are encouraged. Helmets are required.

cedarparktexas.gov/826/kaleidospoke

Plano Event Center, 2000 E. Spring Creek Parkway

Demo new golf products and book your next golf trip at this expo that features a weekend full of deals on equipment, apparel, accessories, and rounds. The show includes goody bags for all attendees, contests, a free Long Putt for cash, and celebrity appearances including the hosts of “The TeeBox Golf” radio show.

events.visitplano.com/event/the-texas-golf-expo

Goodman Museum, 624 N. Broadway Ave.

Each spring Tyler celebrates the season with more than 10 miles of residential gardens and historic homesites covered with azaleas, tulips, wisteria, dogwood, and other flowers. This annual spring event has been described as a floral wonderland and a photographer’s paradise.

visittyler.com

Back Porch of Texas, 3350 N. Clack St.

Calling itself “The Biggest One-Stage Event in Texas,” this annual music festival features a lineup this year that includes Clint Black, Ella Langley, Don Felder, the Wallflowers, Mark Powell, and Blackhawk. Different ways to enjoy the festival include general admission tickets, tailgate and party packages, and RVing in the park.

outlawsandlegends.com

Downtown Amarillo, 501 S. Polk St.

Enjoy the city’s downtown murals during this annual 5K, 10K and 1-mile fun run/walk benefitting Center City of Amarillo, a local organization that preserves and revitalizes Amarillo’s historic downtown area.

centercity.org

Lions Club Park, 4800 Nash Drive

Moms and their sons (ages 3–12) embark on an exciting expedition at Lions Club Park, exploring the great outdoors together while testing their skills with a variety of fun activities including archery, fishing, and geocaching.

thecolonytx.gov/840/mother-son-adventure-day

Davey Dogwood Park, 900 N. Link St.

Explore hidden fairy gardens amidst the scenic trails in Davey Dogwood Park. Wander the path to see magical tiny abodes, handmade by creative designers far and wide. The first half of the mile-long trail is paved for ADA accessibility, with an unpaved loop that is suitable for scooters and strollers.

visitpalestine.com/p/things-to-do/festivals--parades/fairy-garden-trails

Cave Without a Name Throne Room, 325 Kreutzberg Road

Enjoy an evening of contemporary acoustic music, soaring vocal harmonies, and a percussive tribal, world-beat vibe performed on an unusual mix of ancient and modern instruments, all focused on the theme of the spring equinox as a time of rebirth and renewed energy.

cavewithoutaname.com

Texas Trust CU Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Texas Trust Way

Experience the portrayal of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ at this immersive show that combines martial arts, aerial acrobatics, and emotionally powerful performances.

texastrustcutheatre.com

Wynne Home Arts and Visitors Center, 1428 11th St.

Hosted by the Texas Thyme Unit, the festival is an annual showcase for locally grown herbs, perennials, native plants, vegetables, and bulbs. Speakers, herbal and garden vendors, music, and children’s activities round out the day’s events. The historic Wynne Home Arts and Visitors Center and its current art exhibition are also open to visitors.

texasthymeunit.org

Mike A. Myers Stadium, 707 Clyde Littlefield Drive

The premier track and field event brings together the best high school, college, and professional athletes from Texas, the country, and the world.

texaslonghorns.com

Amarillo Civic Center, 401 S. Buchanan St.

This competition brings together high school students worldwide to design, program, and compete with industrial-size robots in a new game challenge. Teams collaborate, innovate, and showcase their engineering skills in a vibrant, competitive atmosphere that promotes STEM education and teamwork.

firstinspires.org/robotics/frc

Mansfield Park, 2886 SH 16 North

Come celebrate the 23rd annual event consisting of tent camping, a poker run, vendors, food, field events, music all day Friday and Saturday, a bike show, a tattoo contest, and and other festivities.

bikerralliesoftx.com

Circuit of The Americas, 9201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd.

The fastest show on two wheels revs up Austin for three days of bar-banging motorcycle racing action with the greatest riders in the world. The only North American stop of the world’s premier motorcycle racing series, the MotoGP Red Bull Grand Prix comes to Austin this March.

circuitoftheamericas.com/event/motogp

Various locations, Pollard Neighborhood

Each spring during the Azalea Trail, see inside some of Tyler’s landmark houses as you stroll through the city’s first historic district. A candlelight garden party and tour kicks off the annual weekend (held at 3117 Dinah Lane in the Pollard Neighborhood). Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, libations, live music, a photo booth, and a tour of a 1955 International Ranch style home. The next day features tours of midcentury homes including a 1949 International Ranch, a 1952 Colonial Revival Ranch, and a 1955 Colonial Revival Ranch. Some of the homes are residential designs by noted architects E. Davis Wilcox and Carl Gregory.

historictyler.org/htot

Hamilton County Courthouse annex, Downtown

Find locally grown tomatoes, peppers, and vegetable plants at this volunteer-driven event. The 4-inch containers are crowd favorites.

txmg.org/hamilton

Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area, 2820 CR 414

Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area has a reputation for being a fantastic location for bluebonnet viewing. BLUEM is a family-friendly event filled with games, outdoor recreation, and lots of flowers. Taste delicious food and enjoy local vendors from the Hill Country.

The Green at Jim’s Pier, 211 W. Whiting St.

Seasoned veterans and first timers can both experience the SPI Sprint Triathlon, which includes Olympic and sprint distance courses.

sopadre.com/events

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, 299 SH 332 West

Sample specialty brews from local breweries as well as wines. Listen to live music, grab a bite to eat from local food trucks, and check out items in the silent auction. The beautiful wooded grounds at the Gulf Coast Bird Observatory are lit by torchlight, making it a perfect spot to enjoy the event.

gcbo.org

Sam Houston Park, 1000 Bagby

This festival celebrates more than 50 years of providing unique art experiences and education for the greater Houston area. As the nation’s premier spring outdoor art festival, the festival provides attendees with the opportunity to meet artists, view original works, and purchase one-of-a-kind art, prints, jewelry, sculptures, and functional art. The event also offers live entertainment, a food truck park, a craft beer and wine garden, and beverage stations throughout the festival.

bayoucityartfestival.com

Ennis Welcome Center , 201 NW Main St.

Ennis is home to the official Texas Bluebonnet Trail and was designated the official Bluebonnet City of Texas. In April, Ennis showcases over 40 miles of mapped driving trails sponsored by the Ennis Garden Club. These trails are the oldest such trails known in the state, and tens of thousands of visitors make the short trek to view this wonderful wildflower show.

bluebonnettrail.org

Center for the Arts and Sciences, 400 College Blvd.

This show (check for dates throughout the month) features a 30-foot dome equipped with a Spitz Star Ball projector that reproduces the night sky, along with a variety of other high-tech equipment to give visitors a close-up feel of comets, exploding stars, and black holes.

brazosportcenter.org

Gillespie Fair Grounds, 530 Fair Drive

The Fandango is a vintage swap meet, vintage bike show, chopper show, and vintage races all rolled into one fun-packed weekend.

thetexasfandango.com

Margaritaville, 310 Padre Blvd.

Dress up in your most foolish costume as you tackle a 5K or 10K run.

sopadre.com/events

SFA Pineywoods Native Plant Center, 2900 Raguet St.

Find a huge variety of Texas-tough plants, plus annuals, perennials, edibles, and native and pollinator-friendly plants.

sfasu.edu

Sea Center Texas, 302 Medical Drive

Children can participate in catch-and-release fishing, pet live reptiles, watch the Birds of Prey show, and enjoy other nature-themed activities.

tpwd.texas.gov/fishing/sea-center-texas/

Quintana Neotropical Bird Sanctuary, 814 N. Lamar St.

Spring is peak migration time, so the Gulf Coast Bird Observatory hosts Spring Fling for four weeks. Volunteers and staff are available each day to help identify the migrating and resident birds as well as keep a daily list going.

gcbo.org

Red Tail Pavilion, 2801 E. Spring Creek Parkway

Experience the magic of live music as the Plano Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Héctor Guzmán, presents this evening outdoor concert. Bring lawn chairs and coolers; food is available for purchase.

events.visitplano.com/event/plano-symphony-orchestra-at-red-tail-pavilion

Houston Polo Club, 8552 Memorial Drive

Experience a world-class polo match, player parade, live music, expert announcing, traditional champagne divot stomp at halftime, and special trophy presentation. The onsite concession is serving a delicious Argentine/Brazilian-inspired menu and a premium bar menu.

Downtown, 305 S. Congress Ave.

Established in 1978, the Statesman Capitol 10K has grown to become the largest 10K in Texas and sixth largest in the country. Each year, Austin’s iconic race teems with talent and personality.

cap10k.com

Zilker Park, 2100 Barton Springs Road

Every year, the nation’s oldest kite festival features hundreds of kites across the Austin sky. This year, the festival is hosting a weekend showcase and contest.

abckitefest.org

Amarillo National Center, 3301 SE 10th Ave.

The competition brings skilled blacksmiths from around the globe to compete in forging, shaping, and crafting metalwork masterpieces. This intense competition highlights artistry and craftsmanship, celebrating the tradition and skill of blacksmithing at its finest.

worldchampionshipblacksmiths.com

The Retreat Ranch, 1643 CR 403

Experience a retreat like no other with gourmet delights prepared by an exceptional chef, luxurious glamping accommodations, and personalized yoga sessions. Relax with stress-reduction workshops, sound bath experiences, and evenings under the stars.

mindbodycomplete.com/retreat-ranch-womens-ranch-retreats

Comanche City Park, 1200 Comanche Trail Road

Motorcycle enthusiasts from across the region come together to showcase their bikes, enjoy scenic group rides, and participate in exciting bike-related activities and competitions. The event also features food vendors, live music, and plenty of entertainment for the kids including games and activities.

tmra.org/club-charter-application1

Salmon Lake Park, 247 Salmon Lake Road

This event provides musicians of all levels a chance to join a vibrant community of bluegrass lovers for a laid-back weekend of camping and pickin’.

slpbluegrass.com

Pilot Point Historic Square, 107 W. Main St.

Bring the kiddos to Old City Park for a madcap search of more than 6,000 Easter eggs and photo ops with the Easter Bunny. Then, head to the square for the Flower Festival, where local nurseries, landscapers, gardeners, and vendors are on hand selling plants and helping everyone get their home ready for spring.

pilotpointtx.gov/590/easter-egg-hunt---flower-festival

Stewart Creek Park , 3700 Sparks Road

Children ages 9 and under compete in a half-mile race, while kids ages 10-12 run the full 1-mile course. All participants receive a ribbon and a goody bag.

thecolonytx.gov/836/coach-coxs-kids-race

Downtown

Chappell Hill is the Bluebonnet Capital of Texas, and this festival honors that bluebonnet heritage with more than 400 vendors, food, live music, and family-friendly fun.

chappellhillhistoricalsociety.com/bluebonnet-festival

Fort Belknap, 114 Fort Circle

The Goodnight-Loving 5K, 10K, and half marathon is an out-and-back run from the entrance gate of Fort Belknap, the historic birthplace of the Goodnight-Loving Cattle Trail.

Kerr County Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27

Shop for native, adapted, and ornamental plants grown by Texas Master Gardeners, and find rain barrels, too.

hillcountrymastergardeners.org

Cave Without a Name Throne Room, 325 Kreutzberg Road

Embark on a musical journey through time with the renowned Texas Cellos Quartet, performing a show titled “The Cello Chronicles.”

cavewithoutaname.com

Montgomery High School, 22825 SH 105 West

Gran Fondo Texas is a charity bike ride supporting The National MS Society, the Texas Medical Center Orchestra, and the Montgomery County Food Bank. Routes include passage through the beautiful Sam Houston National Forest with distances from 31 to 100 miles.

granfondotexas.org

Alpine Civic Center, 801 W. Holland Ave.

Over 40 vendors with indoor and outdoor booths feature jaspers and agates of West Texas, geodes, cabochons, fossils, jewelry, and rough material.

facebook.com/p/chihuahuan-desert-gem-mineral-club-100064703045076

Schreiner University, 2100 Memorial Blvd.

Experience the charm and hospitality of the Texas Hill Country for three days of the best riding Texas has to offer. The 52nd annual ride includes quiet, well-paved roads, fully stocked rest stops, and panoramic scenery. Routes are suitable for all categories of participants, from novices to experienced riders.

easterbiketour.com

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, 299 SH 332 West

Watch volunteers collect baseline data on bird populations at the sanctuary. The monthly banding station is an excellent opportunity to see birds up close and to learn all about the birds of the Brazosport area.

gcbo.org

Riverside Nature Center, 150 Francisco Lemos St.

The Spring Native Plant Sale features water-wise perennials and annuals to enhance pollinator and native landscapes.

riversidenaturecenter.org

McDonald Observatory, 3640 Dark Sky Drive

Join McDonald Observatory in celebrating far West Texas’s famous dark skies with special talks, tours, star parties, and other activities. Events are held at McDonald Observatory and locations throughout Alpine, Marfa, and surrounding communities.

mcdonaldobservatory.org

South Texas Botanical Gardens and Nature Center, 8545 S. Staples St.

Spotlighting South Texas’ peak spring migration in one of the country’s busiest flyways is the Birdiest Festival in America. The festival features birding field trips, presentations, workshops, bird walks, and educational programs by Jonathan Wood of The Raptor Project.

birdiestfestival.org

Port Aransas Beach, Between beach mile markers 9 and 13.

See amazing feats of sand art and architecture as master sculptors from all over the world come to Port Aransas to make pure magic from the sand. This is the largest master sand-sculpting competition in the United States.

texassandfest.org

Downtown, 103 W. Seventh St.

This is the 26th year that the Red Poppy Capital Of Texas has hosted this festival to celebrate the history and beauty of the city’s poppy season. Taking place in and around the historic town square, the festival features live music and arts performances, handcrafted works from local artisans, a classic car show, food, and family-friendly activities. The parade takes place Saturday morning and passes through the town square.

visit.georgetown.org/events/red_poppy_festival/index.php

Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place

The Heard is home to many different frog species and the team wants to share them with you. Start with fun frog facts, a guide on frog sounds, and instructions on how to look and listen for frogs. Then, get out on the trails and find those frogs.

heardmuseum.org/night-hikes

Cornerstone Christian School, 400 Elm St.

Tackle a 5K, one-mile fun run, and the Tot Trot. Everyone in the family can participate.

Alpine Visitor Center, 106 N. Third St.

Celebrate International Dark Sky Week at the heart of the Greater Big Bend International Dark Sky Reserve. There are demonstrations and family activities at the Alpine Farmers Market, followed by afternoon presentations and a Star Party at Alpine’s Kokernot Park with experts from McDonald Observatory.

visitalpinetx.com/dark-skies

San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge, 2547 County Road 306

Children can enjoy activities like archery, fishing for catfish, a BB gun range, bug sweeping, microscopes, touch tanks, and reptiles. Adults and children can both enjoy the “Birds of Prey” show by EarthQuest as well as the butterfly encounter tents. Qualified naturalists give tours of the refuge by marsh buggy or wagon, while guided walking tours are available to Bobcat Woods and to the largest Texas Live Oak.

migrationcelebration.com

Texas Maritime Museum, 1202 Navigation Circle

Indulge with the perfect blend of wine, music, and festivities at the 28th annual festival, hosted at the Texas Maritime Museum grounds and featuring more than 75 wines, live music, and local cuisine.

rockportwinefest.com

Ellis County Rural Heritage Farm Inc., 130 Cunningham Meadows Road

Bring the family for a Sunday afternoon in the country. Enjoy free wildflower walks, interactive exhibits, and demonstrations about the wildlife, birds, flowers, plants, and trees native to the rich Blackland Prairie of Texas.

ruralheritagefarm.org

Amistad National Recreation Area, 10477 US 90

This unique Texas birding experience connects birders with landowners. In 2025, the Birding the Border Festival returns to Del Rio where visitors have opportunities to birdwatch on private and restricted-access properties to find all kinds of bird species.

wildlife.tamu.edu/birding/birding-the-border-2025

Lake Corpus Christi State Park, 23194 Park Road 25

Enjoy fun activities, guided walks to learn about the park’s native plants, educational booths, and a native plant sale.

txmn.org/st/event/vs-spring-fling-a-celebration-of-native-plants-lake-corpus-christi-sp

Prestwick Elementary School, 3101 Stonefield

Birds, planes, and kites, oh my! The Up, Up, and Away! Festival of Flight lifts off for another year of entertainment in the sky. Bring the family out for interactive activities such as kite flying and demonstrations, music, birding demonstrations, and paper airplane making. There’s also giveaways, rides, and food trucks.

thecolonytx.gov/837/up-up-away-festival-of-flight

St. John Lutheran Church festival grounds, 210 Hickory Road

This springtime festival promotes and educates the public about honey bees and the nature that surrounds them. Enjoy vendors selling local honey and bee-related crafts. There are also workshops and clinics, local bee keeping clubs, native plant sales, educational groups, and food and drink, including honey beer.

tinyurl.com/4accw2nd

Center for the Arts and Sciences, 400 College Blvd.

This show (check for dates throughout the month) features a 30-foot dome equipped with a Spitz Star Ball projector that reproduces the night sky, along with a variety of other high-tech equipment to give visitors a close-up feel of comets, exploding stars, and black holes.

brazosportcenter.org

Memorial Pool, 3251 Copper Ave.

This all-female event offers in-person and virtual options: a super sprint triathlon, a sprint triathlon, a bike-run, a run/walk, and two- and three-person relay teams.

mightymujertriathlon.com/elpaso

South Padre Island Convention Center , 7355 Padre Blvd.

Anglers compete to nab the largest red drum, trout, and flounder at one of the biggest and best boat owner’s fishing tournaments on the Gulf Coast.

sopadre.com/events

Clayton’s Beach Bar and Grill, 6900 Padre Blvd.

Conquer the 5K course covering challenging obstacles on the sun-drenched beaches of South Padre Island. Afterwards, there’s a Texas-sized beach party at Clayton’s Beach Bar.

sopadre.com/events

Downtown , 1721 S. Tyler St.

The half-marathon whisks runners through scenic downtown, historic Oliver Eakle and Wolflin neighborhoods, past parks, and through central Amarillo.

hopeandhealingplace.org/half-marathon

Fly It! Port A, 405 W. Ave. G

Fly It Port A hosts this open kite fly on the beach. BYOK (Bring Your Own Kite) and help decorate the sky or simply come watch the show. Flyers start setting up around 10 a.m. near beach marker 13 and fly all day weather permitting. There may even be night kites.

portaransas.org

Red Tail Pavilion, 2801 E. Spring Creek Parkway

Participants can walk, jog, or run at this eighth annual race benefiting local first responders. This event is for all fitness levels and features a route through Oak Point Park and nature preserve.

events.visitplano.com/event/shoots-and-ladders-5k-10k

Cibolo Center for Conservation, 140 City Park Road

Moondance is a longstanding monthly outdoor concert series at the Cibolo beginning in May and running through October. Grab lawn chairs, coolers, and friends, and come enjoy live music from local bands under the oak trees.

cibolo.org/moondance

Cowtown Coliseum, 121 E. Exchange Ave.

Ride For Redemption is the second phase of the PBR World Finals, determining the final five spots of the 25-rider field that competes at the PBR World Championship. The on-the-dirt action inside Cowtown Coliseum is accompanied by a myriad of can’t-miss programming throughout the Fort Worth Stockyards, including the Stockyards Stampede.

pbrworldfinals.com

Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional Airport, 7720 Airport Road

Experience a day full of supersonic-speed jets, gravity-defying aerobatics, parachutists, and exciting ground displays. On Friday, there is an evening air show, live music, and a drone show.

ctxaf.com

Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive

Pack up your lawn chairs and picnic blankets and come out to Louise Hays Park to enjoy an evening of jams and delicious food from local food vendors along the banks of the beautiful Guadalupe River.

kerrvilletx.gov

Fulton Convention Center, 402 N. Fulton Beach Road

This is the largest one-day female angler fishing tournament in the country. Women from all over Texas and across the country come together for a fun-filled weekend with live bands, vendor booths, and educational outreach.

babesonthebay.com

AT&T Stadium, 1 AT&T Way

The PBR World Finals, bull riding’s crown jewel, were reimagined in 2024, debuting an exciting new three-stage format, making the battle for the World Championship-coveted gold buckle and accompanying $1 million bonus more dramatic and competitive than ever.

pbrworldfinals.com

Clifton Chamber of Commerce, 115 N. Avenue D

The Bosque Tour de Norway is the second leg of the European Tour of Texas Challenge. It is popular among cyclists for its burning climbs, gorgeous panoramic views, and unique cultural experiences of Clifton and the historic Norse area of Bosque County.

cliftontexas.org

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, 299 SH 332 West

Watch volunteers collect baseline data on bird populations at the sanctuary. The monthly banding station is an excellent opportunity to see birds up close and to learn all about the birds of the Brazosport area.

gcbo.org

Flying L Ranch and Resort, 675 Flying L Drive

Enjoy a barbecue dinner with all the fixins’, live country music, dancing, and other Western entertainment.

flyingl.com

Freeport Historical Museum, 311 E. Park Ave.

At this exhibition, visitors can stand inside enormous shark jaws, see life-size models of different sharks, and learn about Freeport’s historic fishing industry.

freeportmuseum.com

Cave Without a Name Throne Room, 325 Kreutzberg Road

Woodland Winds create a vibrant soundscape with an expanded repertoire beyond the standard quartet pieces, including popular and seasonal music.

cavewithoutaname.com

Lady Bird Lake, Downtown, 1200 W. Cesar Chavez St.

All levels of athletes from top-ranked professionals to first-time triathletes compete in this triathlon, which includes the USA Paratriathlon National Championship. The race begins with a swim in Lady Bird Lake, and then the bike course takes athletes right to the heart of downtown Austin and directly into the Texas capitol. The race concludes with a run through Butler Park and the Palmer Events Center before the finish and post-race party at Auditorium Shores.

captextri.com

Farmers Market, 201 N. Chestnut St.

The Summer Sounds concert series is a free event held the last Friday of May, June, and July. This event has been around for over 15 years and offers attendees a fun outdoor concert experience.

gainesvillecofc.com

JP Luby Beach, Intersection of Beach Access Road 5 and Eliff Road

Runners across the nation gear up to conquer one of the largest relay marathons in the country, which boasts annual participation of more than 2,000 teams. Participants begin the six-leg race on the sands of North Padre Island, make their way through Naval Air Station Corpus Christi, and end along scenic Shoreline Drive at McCaughan Park. Beach to Bay proudly honors the men and women serving in the military.

beachtobayrelay.com