Events

365 Events Found
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An Evening Under The Stars

Sat, Dec 13 - 14, 2025 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!
Big Lagoon

Pensacola, FL

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Holiday Sip And Shop

Sat, Dec 13, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm EDT

Join us for a Holiday Sip and Shop and Music Under the Moonlight concert. This after-hours event is the perfect way to get your holiday shopping done, while supporting your favorite State Park!
MacArthur Beach

North Palm Beach, FL

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Wesley House Candlelight Tour

Sat, Dec 13, 2025 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm CDT

A wonderful holiday tradition in South Walton! Enjoy a walk through luminary lined pathways at Eden Gardens State Park after sunset, and tour the historic Wesley House decorated for Christmas.
Eden Gardens

Santa Rosa Beach, FL

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2025 Winter Waterland

Sat, Dec 13, 2025 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm EST

Weeki Wachee

Weeki Wachee, FL

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Sunrise Paddle

Sun, Dec 14, 2025 6:30 am - 9:30 am EST

Wake up and glide into the day with a peaceful paddle down one of Florida's most beautiful rivers!
Ichetucknee Springs

Fort White, FL

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Interpretivepine Flatwoods Hike With Fl Master Naturalist

Sun, Dec 14, 2025 9:30 am - 10:30 am EST

Easy going 1.5 mi interpretive hike with stops to elaborate on key plants and historical uses of the land. The hike is approximately 1.5 hrs. Bring water & sun protection. Restrooms available. Meets at pavilion.
Savannas

Jensen Beach, FL

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Bird Talk And Walk

Sun, Dec 14, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am EDT

Join a Park Ranger on a guided bird walk and talk. Participants will observe wading birds, shore birds and migratory songbirds. Please bring a water bottle and wear walking shoes.
MacArthur Beach

North Palm Beach, FL

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Secret Lives Of Snakes

Sun, Dec 14, 2025 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm EDT

Meet our snake ambassadors, learn about their habits and habitats. This program is good for all ages.
MacArthur Beach

North Palm Beach, FL

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Crafts With A Ranger

Sun, Dec 14, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT

Join a park ranger in making holiday ornaments using natural materials found at Maclay Gardens State Park!
Maclay Gardens

Tallahassee, FL

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Ranger Program

Sun, Dec 14, 2025 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EST

A different experience every weekend! Come join us every Saturday and Sunday for a Ranger-led program. Program is included with park admission and is usually an hour in length.
Silver Springs

Silver Springs, FL

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Festival Of Lights

Sun, Dec 14, 2025 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm EDT

ALL Holiday Magic Nights! Complimentary popcorn, hot cocoa, marshmallows by the bonfire, Santa, food and craft vendors, kid's crafts and more.
Stephen Foster

White Springs, FL

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Project Wild For Kids

Mon, Dec 15, 2025 10:00 am - 12:00 pm EST

Get out in nature with your students at Dade Battlefield Historic State Park each month in an immersive educational experience utilizing both indoor and outdoor activities
Dade Battlefield

Bushnell, FL

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Festival Of Lights

Mon, Dec 15, 2025 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm EDT

ALL Holiday Magic Nights! Complimentary popcorn, hot cocoa, marshmallows by the bonfire, Santa, food and craft vendors, kid's crafts and more.
Stephen Foster

White Springs, FL

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Paddle Into Adventure!

Tue, Dec 16, 2025 10:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT

Explore the salt marsh and learn the importance of this dynamic ecosystem while paddling peacefully in the estuary.
Gamble Rogers

Flagler Beach, FL

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Nature Through The Looking Glass

Tue, Dec 16, 2025 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm CST

Join a Ranger at the Gator Lake overlook to try and spot American Alligators, Bald Eagles, various wading bird, and many more native species to the state of Florida. Spotting scopes and binoculars will be provided.
St. Andrews

Panama City, FL

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Festival Of Lights

Tue, Dec 16, 2025 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm EDT

ALL Holiday Magic Nights! Complimentary popcorn, hot cocoa, marshmallows by the bonfire, Santa, food and craft vendors, kid's crafts and more.
Stephen Foster

White Springs, FL

Programs

The coloring book cover
Program

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
Program

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
Program

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
Program

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
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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
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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
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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.