Calendar of upcoming events - January

Wednesday, January 3 - Nature Exploration Hike 1:00pm

Come enjoy Oliver Nature Park while hiking with a Naturalist. Participants will learn all about the wonders of nature on a guided hike. Click HERE to register.

Thursday, January 4 - Cinema Clubhouse: Snow Day 7:00pm

The Mansfield Activities Center presents a movie showing of Snow Day at the Farr Best Theater. Doors open at 6:00pm, so come early and get a good seat! Concessions will be available for purchase. $1 per person at the door - cash only, and no registration is required.

Thursday, January 4 - National Trivia Day Hike 1:00pm

Come enjoy Oliver Nature Park while hiking with a Naturalist. Participants will learn nature trivia on a guided hike. Click HERE to register.

Friday, January 5 - Animal Science 1:00pm

Have you ever wondered how an animal's adaptations help them to survive, find their food, and make their homes? Join us for a class all about animals. Students will help create puzzles for our Wildlife Ambassadors to solve, test their sense of smell, and more. Click HERE to register.

Saturday, January 6 - Elvis Birthday Celebration with Vince King 8:00pm

Downtown Mansfield Inc. presents an Elvis Birthday Celebration at the Farr Best Theater. Vince King is a multi-award winning "Elvis Tribute Artist" and is recognized by Elvis Presley Enterprises as a preferred Elvis Tribute Artist. Click HERE to purchase tickets.

Monday, January 8 - Painting at the Park 2:30pm

Join us for a nature-themed painting class at Oliver Nature park featuring a Cottontail. An artist will guide you step-by-step, and no prior experience needed and is geared toward age 5Y+. Click HERE to register.

Saturday, January 13 - Night Hike 6:00pm

Come enjoy Oliver Nature Park while hiking with a Naturalist. Participants will learn all about the wonders of nature on a guided night hike. Click HERE to register.

Thursday, January 18 - Third Thursday: Winter Art 5:00pm to 8:00pm

While you wander Main Street enjoying a warm treat and special Third Thursday store deals, stop by the Farr Best Theater. Two area professional artists, Jim Gensheer and Lisa Zealey, will be on hand to guide you through a winter-themed project you can take with you. Click HERE for more details.

Friday, January 19 - Texas Music Tapestry Concert 7:30pm

The Mansfield Commission for the Arts presents a one-of-a-kind acoustic group featuring guitar, banjo, fiddle, and upright bass, specializing in a mix of jazz, classical and Texas Folk music. Performance will be held at the Farr Best Theater. Click HERE for more details.

Saturday, January 20 - Snowman 5K & Family Fun Run 8:00am

Sign up today for Mansfield's Snowman Run 5K - a family-friendly timed race and fun run that ends with s'mores and hot cocoa. It's a great way to start the new year and have a fun family morning together. Click HERE to event info and to register.

Saturday, January 20 - Movie at the Farr Best: Frozen 2:30pm

Come watch Frozen at the Farr Best Theater and enjoy a family-friendly afternoon at the movies. It's a great way to relax and unwind after participating in the Snowman 5K & Family Run Run. Doors open at 1:45.

Saturday, January 20 - Stargazing with Astronomers 7:00pm

Star light, star bright, come explore the stars tonight at Oliver Nature Park. We will explore the night skies with astronomers from the Fort Worth Astronomical Society. Learn about constellations and planets as you examine the skies with high-powered telescopes. Click HERE to register.

Saturday, January 27 - Mansfield Run with Heart 7:30am

Step out for your health and a good cause at the 5th Annual Mansfield Run with Heart. Choose from a chip-timed half marathon and 5K run, or a one mile fun run/walk at Methodist Mansfield Medical Center. Click HERE for event info and to register.

Saturday, January 27 - Painting at the Park 10:30am

Join us for a nature-themed painting class at Oliver Nature park featuring a Barred Owl. An artist will guide you step-by-step, and no prior experience needed and is geared toward age 5Y+. Click HERE to register.