There’s always something to do in your Metro Parks!

Whatever the season, there’s something exciting to do at Metro Parks. From winter hikes under twinkling lights to summer movies in the park, everyone can join in the adventure. Our inclusive events and programs let you connect with nature, learn about the local wildlife, and find an engaging activity for you and your family.

Want to host your own race, community or sporting event at Metro Parks? You will need a Special Event permit to do so. Metro Parks will begin accepting Special Event applications for 2026 dates at 8:00am on Wednesday, November 12. Special Event Application.

Ready to start exploring? View our Events calendar below to see some of our larger event offerings at our parks. Click on each event to learn more, including time, description, and age range, or search by a specific topic or park.

For a full, updated list of all the program offerings in Metro Parks, check out what else we have to offer!




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Garden Assassins

Jen Snyder Senior Environmental Educator, Inniswood Metro Gardens There are killers lurking in your garden. Hidden predators lying in wait to claim their next victims. But don’t worry, though sometimes …Read More

Keeping track of poison hemlock

Elaine Hall Assistant Resource Manager Any good naturalist keeps a phenological calendar. A phenological calendar is a record of the timing of recurring natural events such as when flowers bloom, …Read More

Dating Darters

Maria Bergman Battelle Darby Creek Naturalist Let’s set the scene: it’s early summer. The water is still cold, all the recent snow and rainfall are slowly filling the stream, and …Read More

Abandoned fishing line is a menace to wildlife

Virginia Gordon Communications Coordinator Lots of visitors love to go fishing in the parks, and we love having you as visitors. This sport, or pastime, is one of the most …Read More


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