Events | Florida State Parks

CANCELLED - Moonrise At The Beach

Sun, Feb 1, 2026 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm EST

CANCELLED - Marvel at the spectacular view of the moon rising over the Atlantic Ocean. You will learn fun and interesting facts about the moon and our coastal ecosystem.

Flagler Beach, FL

An Evening Under The Stars

Sat, Feb 7 - 8, 2026 5:30 pm - 12:00 am CST

Big Lagoon State Park along with the Escambia Amateur Astronomer Association would like to invite you to spend an evening gazing at the skies!

Pensacola, FL

Astronomy Viewing With The Tallahassee Astronomical Society

Sat, Feb 14, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CST

An evening with the Stars, the Tallahassee Astronomical Society takes us on a tour of the night sky. The orientation and education will be the prelude to guest viewing through multiple telescopes. Share the stars and sky with your valentine!

Sneads, FL

An Evening Under The Stars

Sat, Feb 21 - 22, 2026 5:30 pm - 12:00 am CST

Big Lagoon State Park along with the Escambia Amateur Astronomer Association would like to invite you to spend an evening gazing at the skies!

Pensacola, FL

An Evening Under The Stars

Sat, Mar 14 - 15, 2026 5:30 pm - 12:00 am CDT

Big Lagoon State Park along with the Escambia Amateur Astronomer Association would like to invite you to spend an evening gazing at the skies!

Pensacola, FL

An Evening Under The Stars

Sat, Mar 28 - 29, 2026 5:30 pm - 12:00 am CDT

Big Lagoon State Park along with the Escambia Amateur Astronomer Association would like to invite you to spend an evening gazing at the skies!

Pensacola, FL

An Evening Under The Stars

Sat, Apr 11 - 12, 2026 5:30 pm - 12:00 am CDT

Big Lagoon State Park along with the Escambia Amateur Astronomer Association would like to invite you to spend an evening gazing at the skies!

Pensacola, FL

The coloring book cover

Color the Real Florida

Florida has 84 natural communities that are home to a variety of plants and animals. Explore coloring pages for eight of these communities by discovering the plants and animals in each habitat.

Composite image of Florida species

Critter Sheets

Critter Sheets are fun ways to learn about Florida's plants and animals and how you can help wildlife in your community. Print or use these images on your device with your favorite coloring app.

Two Girl Scouts doing Junior Ranger activities. Includes superimposed Girl Scouts Love State Parks and Florida State Park logos

Girl Scouts Love State Parks

Check out your all-access-pass to everything you need for your Girl Scouts Love State Parks Virtual Florida Adventure. We have curated a collection of fun activities, park videos and career inspirations just for you.

Jr. Ranger

Junior Ranger Program

The Florida State Parks Junior Ranger Program provides opportunities for young people to learn, serve and share Florida's natural and cultural resources. Participating Florida State Parks are found throughout the state.

Manatee at Homosassa Springs

Manatee Educational Program

Get an up-close view of manatees in their natural environment, one of Florida’s sparkling springs. Learn about these gentle giants from park staff and volunteers.

Homosassa Springs

Operation Recreation Geotour

Operation Recreation Geotour

The Operation Recreation GeoTour, hosted by Geocaching.com, stretches from Pensacola to Key West and includes some of Florida's award-winning state parks! Visit 20 caches and win the Official Operation Recreation Geocoin.

The Outsiders Club

The Outsiders Club

"The Outsiders Club" is an exciting 30-minute program starring kids who explore Florida State Parks and model ways to pursue a healthier, more active, nature-connected lifestyle, featuring camping, fishing, kayaking and hiking.