Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., Feb. 15 through April 30. Learn more.
Events in Virginia State Parks
Between 04/01/2026 and 04/11/2026
(38) Events Found For Event Types
Arts/Crafts/Photography Workshops
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.
April 1, 2026. 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
Join us at Douthat State Park for Homeschool Naturalists, a monthly outdoor education series designed for homeschool students of all ages.
April 1, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
Pop on your bright eyes and bushy tails and explore a trail through the eyes of a squirrel.
April 2, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park CCC Museum
Step back in time to 1939 and get crafty.
April 2, 2026. 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Staunton River State Park Halifax County Fairgrounds
Halifax County is hosting their 11th Annual Easter Egg Hunt!
April 3, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Let your creativity flow at our Creation Station, where you can create your favorite animal mask, opossum puppet, turkey, butterfly, or batteau craft.
April 3, 2026. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Campground Bath House
Let us keep the kids entertained while the adults set up or take a break from setting up and stop by for a quick craft; discussion of Belle Isle's history; or a lesson on critters.
April 3, 2026. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Machicomoco State Park Interpretive Area
Take a closer look at the world around you through nature journaling.
April 4, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park Picnic Area
Celebrate the beauty of spring at Shenandoah River State Park! Each spring, Virginia Bluebells blossom along our winding riverbank, creating a beautiful carpet of blue and purple hues.
April 4, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
Did you get fooled on April 1st?
April 4, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Westmoreland State Park Outdoor Classroom
Join a ranger in painting your very own Easter rocks to add to your Easter decorations! While you’re here, learn about the rock cycle and how it plays an important role in finding fossils at our park! .
April 4, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Sky Meadows State Park Historic Area
We want you to find your way in the wilderness!
April 4, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Holliday Lake State Park Abbitt Park in the town of Appomattox
Celebrate springtime with outdoor games, crafts, and fun including photo opportunities and prizes.
April 4, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park On The Main Boardwalk
Create your own beach-inspired sculpture using an assortment of seashells.
April 4, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
Douthat Lake is home to some big, beautiful trout.
April 4, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Discovery Center
Spring has sprung, and there is no better place to get out and enjoy the beautiful weather than at Smith Mountain Lake State Park.
April 4, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Daniel Boone Wilderness Trail Interpretive Center
Ever wonder what dolls of the 18th century frontier looked like or what they were made of?
April 4, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Chippokes State Park Jones-Stewart Mansion
The Friends of Chippokes, park staff, and volunteers welcome one and all to our annual Easter Egg Hunt.
April 4, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Just because we don’t always spot them, we know the animals are around by the tracks and traces they leave behind.
April 4, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Picnic Area
Eggs come in a range of colors and sizes and not just during Easter.
April 5, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Acorn Loop Shelter
This classic campground activity is perfect for spring renewal.
April 5, 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.
April 9, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Belle Isle State Park Camp Store
Take a Walk on the Wild Side with this monthly series of true nature walks!
April 9, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park Trail Center
Tap into the swamp’s natural magic in this creative art workshop!
April 10, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Leesylvania State Park Visitor Center
Join a ranger to learn about science, history, and nature at Leesylvania State Park! April 10, 2026: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Tree ID Hike @ Visitor Center: Want to know more about the trees you see daily?
April 10, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Let your creativity flow at our Creation Station, where you can create your favorite animal mask, opossum puppet, turkey, butterfly, or batteau craft.
April 11, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Southwest Virginia Museum Museum Front Gate
Join us at the Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park for our “Birding in the Gap” series, held on the second Saturday of each month during the months of February, April, June and November.
April 11, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Cedar Creek Pavilion & Trail Store
Visiting the Natural Bridge could bring out your inner artist this weekend as Roni Navroski teaches you how to paint on a feather.
April 11, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
Douthat Lake is home to some big, beautiful trout.
April 11, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Powhatan State Park Shelter 1 (near playground)
Teens and adults are invited to slow down, step outside, and discover how nature journaling can change the way you notice the world around you.
April 11, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Camp Store
Join a ranger to learn about meteorological vs.
April 11, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Just because we don’t always spot them, we know the animals are around by the tracks and traces they leave behind.
Jan. 1, 2026 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2026 12:00 a.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Throughout the Park
Request a ranger to give your family or group a chance to get a more personalized experience at Claytor Lake State Park.
Jan. 1, 2026 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2026 12:00 a.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Throughout the Park
Earn your junior ranger patch through a variety of programs and fun family activities. Visit the park office (the Howe House), gift shop, or contact station for a copy of our junior ranger booklet, or you can download it from the link below.
Jan. 1, 2026 8:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2026 12:00 a.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
Whether you're a classroom teacher, homeschool instructor, club sponsor, or anything in between, Douthat State Park is a great place to bring your group for a day of hands-on, outdoor learning.
Jan. 1, 2026 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2026 12:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
No matter your role—teacher, homeschool instructor, club sponsor, or beyond—we invite you to plan your group’s next field trip to Twin Lakes State Park.
Jan. 17, 2026 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2026 11:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Visitor Center
Whether you're a classroom teacher, homeschool instructor, club sponsor, or anything in between, Leesylvania State Park is a great place to bring your group for hands-on, outdoor learning.
Jan. 1, 2024 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2026 11:59 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Stop by Hungry Mother's Discovery Center and ask the front desk rangers about our Park Packs.
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