Events in Virginia State Parks
Between 05/31/2026 and 06/10/2026
(404) Events Found For All Event Types
April 1, 2026 10:00 a.m. - May 31, 2026 5:00 p.m.
Southwest Virginia Museum Museum Building
The Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park is now accepting entries for the “Stitch in Time” Quilt Show.
May 31, 2026. 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Sky Meadows State Park Turner Pond Entrance
Explore the Crooked Run Valley and Sky Meadows State Park with Bishop's Events 5K and 10K races.
May 31, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
One of the best times to be on Hungry Mother Lake is in the early mornings when no one else is on the lake.
May 31, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park Visitor Center
This program marks each hour with the spoken name of a person who died at Sailor’s Creek.
May 31, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
False Cape State Park Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Parking Lot
Take a 4-hour guided tour through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge and False Cape State Park!
May 31, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Staunton River State Park Visitor Center
Do you know North America's favorite marsupial?
May 31, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Leesylvania State Park Throughout the Park
Be on the lookout for our Roving Ranger as they roam the picnic area and beaches with interesting animals or historical artifacts from the park.
May 31, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Come watch our resident snake enjoy his mealtime in the Visitor Center!
May 31, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Stock Creek Recreation Area
Get down and dirty with this two-hour wild cave tour.
May 31, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
First Landing State Park Trail Center
Tap into the swamp’s natural magic in this creative art workshop!
May 31, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Occoneechee State Park Posseclay Interpretive Shelter
Create a flowerpot you can plant directly in the soil from upcycled newspaper. You’ll get some native-to-Virginia wildflower seeds to take home and support your local pollinators in this paper folding craft. .
May 31, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Chippokes State Park Quayle Classroom
Beetles are our friendly neighbors in nature; though small in size, they have a major impact on ecosystems and food at the table.
May 31, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Discovery Center
Stop by and investigate the variety of flora and fauna found around Smith Mountain Lake.
May 31, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Staunton River State Park Visitor Center
Attract the local pollinator friends with these seed bombs for your garden!
May 31, 2026. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own "fairy stone." After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will head to the site.
May 31, 2026. 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park The Bay Lab (inside the Main Visitor Center)
Explore the Chesapeake Bay through the animals that live in it!
May 31, 2026. 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Mason Neck State Park Visitor Center Back Patio
Bird feeders are a great way to support Virginia’s birds while bringing a bit of nature right into your yard.
May 31, 2026. 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Chippokes State Park Jones-Stewart Mansion
This historical building tour is designed to highlight the architecture of the time, designs, furnishings, special touches, ornate decor, and stories within the walls of the Jones-Stewart Mansion.
May 31, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Raider's Run Trailhead
What's a benthic organism and how does it survive in the creek?
May 31, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Westmoreland State Park Visitor Center
Westmoreland State Park is home to four different ambassador animals: Reba the corn snake, Stevie the king snake, and two red-eared sliders, Venus and Jennika.
May 31, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
This land-based, hook-free fishing game is a fun and safe way to learn how to cast, but even those who are fishing fanatics will enjoy trying to beat out the competition in this game of limited resources.
May 31, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Potomac Trail
The trash and litter we leave behind can hurt the environment.
May 31, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Try your hand at panning for gold in the James River while discovering Virginia’s unique geology.
May 31, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Discovery Center Pavilion
Migrate to the Discovery Center to learn about the fascinating "Fish Hawk".
May 31, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Did you know that coyotes are not naturally native to Virginia?
May 31, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Stock Creek Recreation Area
Spend a relaxing afternoon surrounded by plants and fresh air in the Jean Livingston Brown Demonstration garden. Learn about pollinators, starting seeds, weeding, composting and more. .
May 31, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Spillway by Beaver Lake
Want to know a secret?
May 31, 2026. 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Westmoreland State Park Boathouse
Join us for a Kayak Paddle trip to fossil beach!
May 31, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Rumor has it that Marion is the home to the sweet soda, Mountain Dew!
May 31, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Get to know our favorite ambassador animals: Snoopy, Junior, Hungars, and Kernel as a ranger feeds our critters.
May 31, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Did you know there was once a thriving "boom town" located where our lake is today?
May 31, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Discover the timeless art of pine needle basket weaving and unlock your creativity with this hands-on workshop.
May 31, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park The Narrows at 64th Street
Take a guided stroll through the vibrant salt marsh along the Cape Henry Trail and uncover the hidden life of this vital wetland ecosystem.
May 31, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Staunton River State Park Visitor Center
Have you ever wondered what owls look like, what they eat, or where they live?
May 31, 2026. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Discovery Center Pavilion
Explore the life cycle of butterflies.
May 31, 2026. 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Mason Neck State Park Kayak Launch Shoreline
Evenings are a wonderful time in the park to be on the water.
May 31, 2026. 8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Hemlock Haven Ball Field
Sit back and enjoy the stars as we hear history and folklore about the moon and stars from around the world.
May 31, 2026. 9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park Cullers Overlook
Experience the magic of a blue moon with a night hike!
June 1, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Widewater State Park Throughout the Park
This summer the Junior Ranger program is exploring the outdoors through the elements, and Week 1 is Earth!
June 1, 2026 10:00 a.m. - June 30, 2026 4:00 p.m.
Southwest Virginia Museum Museum Building
Celebrate a hundred years of conservation, stewardship, and outdoor adventure.
June 1, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park River Bend Discovery Center - 132 Campground Rd.Bentonville, VA 22610
Beat the heat at our River Bend Discovery Center!
June 1, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park River Bend Discovery Center - 132 Campground Rd.Bentonville, VA 22610
Come meet some of the littlest life in our park at Bugs and Beyond: Discovery Hour!
June 1, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Discovery Center Pavilion
Can you recall taking a break on a hot summer day and sitting under the shade of a maple tree, or swinging on a tire swing hung from a giant oak? Trees provide many benefits including food, shelter, and oxygen, to both humans and wildlife.
June 1, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Beach Complex
Have you ever wondered what secrets the natural world holds? This drop-in program offers a unique opportunity to meet with Virginia Master Naturalists who will be available to answer all your nature-related questions.
June 1, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own "fairy stone." After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will head to the site.
June 1, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Campground, near bathhouse
Is the critter this month small, medium, or large?
June 1, 2026. 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park Picnic Shelter 1
Join us for a geocaching adventure at Shenandoah River!
June 1, 2026. 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelters #3 & #4
Every Monday evening from May to September you can find local fresh produce, baked goods, honey, jams and jellies, soap, and local artisan crafters, as well as food vendors, here at Fairy Stone State Park.
June 2, 2026. 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Boat ramp, at tournament building
Ride with a park guide as we experience the shores of Smith Mountain Lake State Park.
June 2, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Powhatan State Park Shelter 1 (near playground)
Have you ever bumped into one of our tall bark-covered residents and wondered who it is you've just run into?
June 2, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
False Cape State Park Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Parking Lot
The Green Arrow?
June 2, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Widewater State Park Throughout the Park
This summer the Junior Ranger program is exploring the outdoors through the elements, and Week 1 is Earth!
June 2, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Discovery Center
Stop by and investigate the variety of flora and fauna found around Smith Mountain Lake.
June 2, 2026. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Douthat State Park Beach Amphitheater
Is the opossum misunderstood?
This event has been canceled.
June 2, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own "fairy stone." After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will head to the site.
June 2, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
Animals may be shy, but they leave plenty of clues behind.
June 2, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Legacy Wayside
Are all snakes venomous?
June 2, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Discovery Center Pavilion
Need a hiking stick or just want to embellish your own?
June 2, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Beach Amphitheater
Ever wondered how you stack up against some of the largest birds in the sky?
June 2, 2026. 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
Did you know that people have been using plants to dye fabric for centuries?
June 2, 2026. 8:15 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Meet at Visitor Center parking lot
Allow the evening to envelop you and enjoy a hay wagon ride with our park guide.
June 3, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
False Cape State Park Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Parking Lot
Take a 4-hour guided tour through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge and False Cape State Park!
June 3, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Visitor Center
Spend time paddling down the Clinch River.
June 3, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Swift Creek Boat Launch
Yes, you too can canoe!
June 3, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Stuart's Knob Trailhead
This trail begins on Iron Mine Trail and features an iron mine once used by Fayerdale residents, as well as an overlook of Fairy Stone Lake.
June 3, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park River Bend Discovery Center - 132 Campground Rd.Bentonville, VA 22610
Beat the heat at our River Bend Discovery Center!
June 3, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Widewater State Park Throughout the Park
This summer the Junior Ranger program is exploring the outdoors through the elements, and Week 1 is Earth!
June 3, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park River Bend Discovery Center - 132 Campground Rd.Bentonville, VA 22610
Get ready to explore some of the littlest life in our park at Bugs and Beyond!
June 3, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Campground, near bathhouse
Are you trying to secure the tarp over your tent, or interested in how to keep your boat or canoe tied up so that it won't float away?
June 3, 2026. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
What animal inspired a popular children's game?
June 3, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
Douthat Lake is home to some big, beautiful trout.
June 3, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Kiptopeke State Park South Beach
Have you ever wondered what swims in the shallows at Kiptopeke?
June 3, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Hayfields State Park Park Office
Join a ranger for a guided hike through Laurel Loop and explore the native and invasive trees to Hayfields State Park.
June 3, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Visitor Center
Celebrate National Caves and Karst Week with us!
June 3, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Playground by Aquatic Complex
Get your feet wet and explore life in the creek.
June 3, 2026. 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park Picnic Shelter 1
Join us for a geocaching adventure at Shenandoah River!
June 3, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Beach Amphitheater
Whether you're fascinated or a little rattled, snakes are a vital part of healthy ecosystems, and they’re not as scary as they seem.
June 3, 2026. 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Discovery Center Pavilion
Scurry on over to investigate the secret life of a bug.
June 3, 2026. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Picnic Shelter 2
Ever cared to create art outdoors?
June 3, 2026. 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Park Office
Hop on over for a hands-on adventure into the world of frogs. Join park staff as we search for some of Virginia’s native frog species and their tadpoles.
June 4, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Hayfields State Park Park Office
Calling all bird lovers, do you know how to identify a bird by its song?
June 4, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Powhatan State Park Launch A Parking Lot
Experience paddling on one of Virginia's most beautiful and historic waterways: the James River.
June 4, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Staunton River State Park Visitor Center
Let’s head over to Edmunds Lake and try to wrangle in some big fish.
June 4, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Amphitheater Trailhead
Meet with a ranger and go on a guided hike along the Lakeshore Trail (0.81mi.).
June 4, 2026. 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Boat ramp, at tournament building
Ride with a park guide as we experience the shores of Smith Mountain Lake State Park.
June 4, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
False Cape State Park Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Parking Lot
Enjoy a relaxing morning by taking a guided kayak paddle through the marshes of Back Bay.
June 4, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Pocahontas State Park Playground by Aquatic Complex
Just as caterpillars grow and change, our Caterpillar Club programs are designed to help your little one grow and change.
June 4, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Lakeside Snack Bar
Through history, people have utilized plants to survive, out of which have come special relationships.
June 4, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Discovery Center
Stop by and investigate the variety of flora and fauna found around Smith Mountain Lake.
June 4, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Occoneechee State Park Terrace Gardens
Explore the history of the Occoneechee Plantation on this one-mile guided hike around the Plantation Trail.
June 4, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Staunton River State Park Visitor Center
Do you know who's bones these are?
This event has been canceled.
June 4, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park River Bend Discovery Center - 132 Campground Rd.Bentonville, VA 22610
Get ready to explore some of the littlest life in our park at Bugs and Beyond!
June 4, 2026. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Douthat State Park Beach Amphitheater
Second only to humans in the ability to change their environment to fit their needs, learn just how smart a beaver can be.
June 4, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own "fairy stone." After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will head to the site.
June 4, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
Step into the shoes of an archaeologist and uncover the secrets of an owl’s diet!
June 4, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Staunton River State Park Visitor Center
It's none of your Beeswax!
June 4, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park CCC Museum
Do you know what's living in our lake?
June 4, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Did you know that opossums roamed the earth with the dinosaurs and that raccoons have “hands” like ours? Wonder what other secrets these critters hold? Join us to discover little known facts about these amazing animals and how they benefit humans.
June 4, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Campground, near bathhouse
Who made those footprints?
June 4, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Discover the “bear facts” about Fairy Stone State Park’s black bears at our ranger-led program. Learn about their characteristics, habits, how to avoid conflicts, and much more.
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