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Events in Virginia State Parks
Between 01/17/2026 and 01/17/2027
(157) Events Found For All Event Types
Park: Hungry Mother State Park
Jan. 17, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Ferrell Hall
Join Gail Olson, a dedicated member of the Wild Ones Appalachian Highlands Chapter, for a hands-on workshop on winter sowing and growing native plants.
Feb. 13, 2026 5:00 p.m. - Feb. 16, 2026 12:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Various areas throughout the Park
Friday, Feb.
Feb. 13, 2026. 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
Take a night time saunter with one of our interpreters and discover how owls master life after dark.
Feb. 14, 2026. 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Start your Saturday with a peaceful hike as we search for some of the park’s most beloved bird species.
Feb. 14, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Ready to play detective?
Feb. 14, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Bring songbirds to your backyard!
Feb. 15, 2026. 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
It is time to search for even more birds!
Feb. 15, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Clyburn Ridge Trailhead
Explore the calming practice of bird journaling.
Feb. 16, 2026. 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Spillway
It is time to search for even more birds!
March 3, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Happy World Wildlife Day!
March 7, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
Our park is known for its biodiversity and is home to many species of birds.
March 7, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
Been itching to go fishing?
March 7, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Join an interpreter to learn a variety of useful everyday knots, from the simple square not to the high flying figure eight knot - there is a knot for every situation.
March 8, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Have you ever wanted to try camping, but didn't because it all seems so confusing or difficult?

March 8, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
When it comes to carrying survival materials with you on the trail, every little bit of space counts, so hikers come up with creative ways to carry their gear.
March 8, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Amphitheater
Gather by the campfire with us to celebrate and recognize the women who have shaped Virginia State Parks for International Women’s Day.
March 21, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Spillway
As spring bursts back to life, our local wildflowers take center stage, painting the landscape with color and supporting an incredible web of biodiversity.
March 21, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Participate in the art of origami while making biodegradable seed pots filled with wildflower seeds.
March 21, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Amphitheater
Spring is officially in season, let's light the campfire and welcome spring.
March 22, 2026. 12:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Discover how Virginia’s watersheds shape our communities by stopping by the Evergreen Soil and Water Conservation Tabletop Display throughout the day.

March 22, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Do you want to witness the art of Gyotaku fish printing, an ancient craft where you can create your own fish masterpiece?
March 22, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Raider's Run Trailhead
What's a benthic organism and how do they survive in the creek?

March 22, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
Join us on World Water Day for a Hungry Mother Lake clean-up.
April 17, 2026. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Raider's Run Trailhead
Slippery, slimy, salamanders are out and about!
April 18, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
Join us on Earth Week for a Hungry Mother Lake clean-up.
April 19, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Create a recycled flowerpot out of newspaper that you can place right in the ground with native flower seeds.
April 19, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Hold the whole world or at least a mini ecosystem in your hands.
April 22, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
Grab your gloves and boots as we go hunting for non-native species that are disrupting the native ecosystem.
April 22, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Turtle time in our front yard.
April 22, 2026. 9:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Hemlock Haven Ball Field
Come out and enjoy a beautiful meteor shower.
April 24, 2026. 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
Whooooo’s calling in the night!?
April 25, 2026. 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Take a chance, step outside and discover your local "flew" crew.
April 25, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Have some old hiking, camping, fishing, or any other kinds of outdoorsy gear that you no longer need?
April 25, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Give trash a second chance.
May 1, 2026 7:30 p.m. - May 3, 2026 9:00 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Various areas throughout the Park
Friday, May 1 at 7:30 p.m. – Owl Prowl Set out on a night time adventure with Hungry Mother interpreters as we explore how owls thrive in the dark.
May 1, 2026. 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
Set out on a night time adventure with Hungry Mother interpreters as we explore how owls thrive in the dark.
May 2, 2026. 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Start your morning with fresh air, feathered friends, and great company.
May 2, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
If you’ve mastered spotting birds by sight, take your skills to the next level by learning their songs.
May 2, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Ferrell Hall
Are bees the only pollinator?
May 2, 2026. 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
Enjoy a relaxed afternoon walk with HMSP volunteer Mike Evans while we search for birds in a diverse section of the park that includes multiple mini-biomes.
May 2, 2026. 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Ferrell Hall
Get ready for an unforgettable journey into the world of birds of prey and other avian wonders.
May 3, 2026. 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Saltville
I spy with my little eye...a shorebird!
May 8, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Our park is known for its biodiversity and is home to many species of birds.
May 16, 2026. 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
Let's get ready to FISH!
May 16, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
When in doubt, kayak it out!
May 16, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
Are you ready to become a ranger?
May 16, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
A chance to make your very own leaf-bug craft while listening to a short story read by one of our rangers?
May 22, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Our park is known for its biodiversity and is home to many species of birds.
May 22, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Molly's Knob Trailhead
Trek the path many settlers walked and discover what life was like back when the legend was formed.

May 22, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Lakeview Lawn
Enjoy the beautiful park setting as you are entertained by some of our very own local musicians.
May 23, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
Ready to learn the ins and outs of stand up paddleboarding?

May 23, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Keep your eyes on the skies and come along as we dive into the art of bird journaling and discover fascinating facts about your favorite feathered friends.

May 23, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Create a recycled flowerpot out of newspaper that you can place right in the ground with native flower seeds.

May 23, 2026. 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Amphitheater
Come gather around the campfire and immerse yourself in a night of fun.
May 24, 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 27, 2026. 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
Everyone loves a relaxing evening especially out on Hungry Mother Lake.
May 29, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Molly's Knob Trailhead
Trek the path many settlers walked and discover what life was like back when the legend was formed.

May 29, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Lakeview Lawn
Enjoy the beautiful park setting as you are entertained by some of our very own local musicians.
May 30, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
Ready to learn the ins and outs of stand up paddleboarding?

May 30, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Keep your eyes on the skies and come along as we dive into the art of bird journaling and discover fascinating facts about your favorite feathered friends.

May 30, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Create a recycled flowerpot out of newspaper that you can place right in the ground with native flower seeds.

May 30, 2026. 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Amphitheater
Come gather around the campfire and immerse yourself in a night of fun.
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.
June 5, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Our park is known for its biodiversity and is home to many species of birds.

June 5, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Lakeview Lawn
Enjoy the beautiful park setting as you are entertained by some of our very own local musicians.

This event has been canceled.
June 6, 2026. 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Amphitheater
Gather around the campfire for an evening of warmth, wonder, and discovery.
June 7, 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.

June 12, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Lakeview Lawn
Enjoy the beautiful park setting as you are entertained by some of our very own local musicians.
June 14, 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.
June 17, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Shelter 2
Join a Hungry Mother interpreter for some WILD adventures this summer!
June 17, 2026. 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
Everyone loves a relaxing evening especially out on Hungry Mother Lake.
June 19, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Our park is known for its biodiversity and is home to many species of birds.

June 19, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Lakeview Lawn
Enjoy the beautiful park setting as you are entertained by some of our very own local musicians.
June 20, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
Ready to learn the ins and outs of stand up paddleboarding?

June 20, 2026. 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Amphitheater
Come gather around the campfire and immerse yourself in a night of fun.
June 21, 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.
June 24, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Shelter 2
Join a Hungry Mother interpreter for some WILD adventures this summer!
June 24, 2026. 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
Everyone loves a relaxing evening especially out on Hungry Mother Lake.

June 26, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Lakeview Lawn
Enjoy the beautiful park setting as you are entertained by some of our very own local musicians.

June 27, 2026. 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Amphitheater
Come gather around the campfire and immerse yourself in a night of fun.
June 28, 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.
July 1, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Shelter 2
Join a Hungry Mother interpreter for some WILD adventures this summer!
July 1, 2026. 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
Everyone loves a relaxing evening especially out on Hungry Mother Lake.
July 3, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Our park is known for its biodiversity and is home to many species of birds.

July 3, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Lakeview Lawn
Enjoy the beautiful park setting as you are entertained by some of our very own local musicians.
July 4, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
Ready to learn the ins and outs of stand up paddleboarding?

July 4, 2026. 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Amphitheater
Come gather around the campfire and immerse yourself in a night of fun.
July 5, 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.
July 8, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Shelter 2
Join a Hungry Mother interpreter for some WILD adventures this summer!
July 8, 2026. 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
Everyone loves a relaxing evening especially out on Hungry Mother Lake.

July 10, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Lakeview Lawn
Enjoy the beautiful park setting as you are entertained by some of our very own local musicians.
July 11, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
Ready to learn the ins and outs of stand up paddleboarding?

July 11, 2026. 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Amphitheater
Come gather around the campfire and immerse yourself in a night of fun.
July 12, 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.
July 15, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Shelter 2
Join a Hungry Mother interpreter for some WILD adventures this summer!
July 15, 2026. 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
Everyone loves a relaxing evening especially out on Hungry Mother Lake.
July 22, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Shelter 2
Join a Hungry Mother interpreter for some WILD adventures this summer!
July 22, 2026. 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
Everyone loves a relaxing evening especially out on Hungry Mother Lake.

July 24, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Lakeview Lawn
Enjoy the beautiful park setting as you are entertained by some of our very own local musicians.
July 25, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
Ready to learn the ins and outs of stand up paddleboarding?
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