Glen Rose, Texas Event Calendar

February 5 - Starry Safari - Come enjoy the nocturnal beauty of Fossil Rim Wildlife Center, watch the stars, and listen to the night-time sounds, as we venture out into the park at dark. Using spotlights, we’ll go on a guided after-dark adventure. We will feature both the exotic and native nocturnal wildlife at Fossil Rim Wildlife Center and give you the opportunity to sit back, relax, and enjoy the night. After the tour, we will view an interactive astronomy presentation. Observe the night sky through telescopes with the Lipan Astronomy & Space Society. During the viewing there will be an interactive night sky program using a laser beam that will make you feel like you can touch the stars. Details: Includes admission to the Scenic Wildlife Drive which can be used the day of Starry Safari or the morning after (before 10:00am). Reservations are required, and it is recommended that reservations be made at least 7 days in advance. All ages are welcome. Price is $45 per person. To register, call 254-897-2960. This program is also available to private groups; call for details and pricing. www.FossilRim.org

February 6 - 8 Out the Gate Bull Riding - Professional Bull Riding Federation event at the Somervell County Expo Center. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with pro bull riding from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Gringo Kings concert from 9 p.m. to midnight. For more information call 817-933-6717 or visit www.8outthegate.com

February 12 & 13 - 9th annual Winter Show & Pull - Glen Rose Antique Tractor & Machinery Club puts on this event at the Somervell County Expo Center and includes antique tractors, antique tractor pull, engines, machinery, model tractors, tractor games, kiddie pedal tractor pull, quilt show and an outdoor farm swap meet. For more information call 817-774-6934. www.glenroseexpo.org

February 13 - Sweetheart Safari - You and your sweetheart will depart the Foothills Safari Camp at 6:00 pm in one of our open air vehicles to take a Sunset Tour through Fossil Rim Wildlife Center. Upon returning to Safari Camp, you will be served a delicious "Surf and Turf" candlelight dinner including tea, coffee and homemade dessert along with chocolate for your sweetheart in our glassed walled pavilion overlooking one of the watering holes for our main pasture. After dinner, relax with your special someone and enjoy Michael Cote singing love songs for the remainder of the evening. Adults Only$90 per person, taxes and gratuity are not included. 254-897-2960 or www.fossilrim.org

February 13 - Sweetheart Run - Join us for the 2nd annual Ten X Ranch Sweetheart Run. Will include a 1K Kid's Fun Run at 8:30 a.m. and a 5K & 10K Run. For more information e-mail sweetheartrun@tenxranch.com or register by clicking To Register On-line.

February 16 - Homeschool "Animal Fashions" Class + Tour Event - Fossil Rim wildlife Center - For more information, or to sign up, call 254-898-4216

February 20 - Girls' Night Out - Shops in Historic Downtown Glen Rose will be open late with refreshments, specials and entertainment. Third Saturday of every month beginning at 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. www.historicdowntownglenrose.com

February 20 & 21 - Tuley Team Roping - Team roping event at the Somervell County Expo Center. For more information call 254-897-4509 or visit www.tuleyproductions.com.

February 22 - Homeschool "Robin Hood" Day Camp - Fossil Rim Wildlife Center from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, or to sign up, call 254-898-4216. www.FossilRim.org

February 25 thru 28 - Jurassic Classic Barrel Race - Main arena at the Somervell County Expo Center and free admission. For more information call 254-897-4509 or visit www.glenroseexpo.org.

March 1–31 - Track Talk in the River — Dinosaur Valley State Park - Every Saturday. Meet Kathy at Track Site #2, to walk across the river to see the tracks made by dinosaurs millions of years ago. Come and walk with the dinosaurs! Wear shoes for walking in water. 2-3 PM (254) 897-4588. Dinosaur Valley State Park Website

March 3, 4 & 5 - Glen Rose PRCA Rodeo - Top professional rodeo action sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo cowboys Association and featuring some of the best cowboys and cowgirls in the world. For more information call 254-897-4509 or visit www.glenroseexpo.org.

March 5 - Wild About Texas Wildlife — Dinosaur Valley Sate Park - Learn some interesting facts about Texas wildlife and tell your own tales about the "wildness" of Texas wildlife. Accessiblity for the mobility, visually and hearing impaired. 8-9 PM (254) 897-4588.

Dinosaur Valley State Park Website

March 6 - 2-Day Photography Workshop - Fossil Rim is offering a 2-day photography workshop on Saturday March 6th and Sunday March 7th. The workshop will consist of the following: 3 to 4 hour classroom session which will cover different aspects of wildlife photography taught by instructors Brian and Shirley Loflin; a tour conducted during dusk for the best light possible; dinner at Safari Camp; evaluation of the day’s photos by the instructor; an overnight stay in a safari style cabin; breakfast at Safari Camp; a tour conducted during dawn for the best light possible; sack lunch; dismissal. The tours will go through Fossil Rim’s 1700 acre pastures. There are 59 species of animals here at Fossil Rim. Some of the animals that you may photograph are white rhinoceros, blackbuck, European red deer, gemsbok, zebras, addax, waterbuck, giraffe, sable, aoudad and greater kudu. lease contact our reservation office at 254-897-2960 to save your spot. Participation is limited to 12. www.FossilRim.org
Cost: $450 per person, single occupancy—add $50

March 6 - Trackmakers — Dinosaur Valley Sate Park - Learn about the dinosaurs that roamed through this area millions of years ago at this presentation. Meet Kathy at the Amphitheater. Call to confirm and for more information, (254) 897-4588.

Dinosaur Valley State Park Website

March 11 - The World Famous Lipizzaner Stallions - The show emulates the Spanish Riding School of Vienna, Austria, in its presentation of Lipizzaners, and maintains a traditional as well as entertaining performance similar in many ways to what you would see at the Spanish Riding School of Vienna. One show only at 7:30 p.m. in the Somervell County Expo Center. For more information call 254-897-4509 or visit www.lipizzaner.com.

March 12 - Dinosaur Valley SP — I Don't Like Spiders & Snakes — Dinosaur Valley Sate Park - Spiders and snakes-everyone either loves 'em or hates 'em! Come take a look at which spiders and snakes you may encounter in Texas State Parks. Accessiblity for the mobility, visually and hearing impaired. 8-9 PM (254) 897-4588. Dinosaur Valley State Park Website

March 13 - St. Patrick’s Day Festival - Food, fun and games on the Historic Downtown Square in Glen Rose. For more information call 254-897-3081.

March 13 - Gator Country - Presented by the Glen Rose Chamber of Commerce and shows will be at 10:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. at the Somervell County Expo Center. Alligator dunking booth, pictures with animals and more. For information call 254-897-4509 or visit www.glenroseexpo.org

March 13 — Stargazing — Dinosaur Valley Sate Park - Meet Dr. Ray Benge, Associate Professor at Tarrant County College, who will give a presentation. Then you can view the starry skies through telescopes. Telescopes will be provided or bring your own. Some binoculars are available to be checked out or bring your own. 8-9 PM. Call to confirm and for more information, (254) 897-4588.

Dinosaur Valley State Park Website

March 13 and 14 - North Texas Longhorn Cattle Show - Main Arena at the Somervell County Expo Center. Free admission is 254-396-5592 or visit www.glenroseexpo.org.

March 18 thru 21 - Texas Reining Horse Show - Horse competition at the Somervell County Expo Center. For more information call 254-897-4509 or visit www.trhaonline.com.

March 20 - Girls' Night Out - Shops in Historic Downtown Glen Rose will be open late with refreshments, specials and entertainment. Third Saturday of every month beginning at 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. www.historicdowntownglenrose.com

March 20 - Hiking for Coral - Take a quarter-mile hike to see one of the many fossilized coral reef formations in the park. The hike with include viewing the dinosaur footprints in the river as well as a discussion over coral reefs. Meet at Track Site # 2. Accessible for the hearing impaired. 2-4 PM (254) 897-4588.

Dinosaur Valley State Park Website

March 27 - Hiking for Coral - Take a quarter-mile hike to see one of the many fossilized coral reef formations in the park. The hike with include viewing the dinosaur footprints in the river as well as a discussion over coral reefs. Meet at Track Site # 2. Accessible for the hearing impaired. 2-4 PM (254) 897-4588.

Dinosaur Valley State Park Website

March 27 - Trackmakers — Learn about the dinosaurs that roamed through this area millions of years ago at this presentation. Meet Kathy at the Amphitheater. Call to confirm and for more information, (254) 897-4588. Dinosaur Valley State Park Website

April 17 - Girls' Night Out - Shops in Historic Downtown Glen Rose will be open late with refreshments, specials and entertainment. Third Saturday of every month beginning at 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. www.historicdowntownglenrose.com

May 15 - Girls' Night Out - Shops in Historic Downtown Glen Rose will be open late with refreshments, specials and entertainment. Third Saturday of every month beginning at 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. www.historicdowntownglenrose.com

June 19 - Girls' Night Out - Shops in Historic Downtown Glen Rose will be open late with refreshments, specials and entertainment. Third Saturday of every month beginning at 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. www.historicdowntownglenrose.com

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All times and dates are subject to change without notice. Please call the venue or information phone number to confirm event status before traveling.