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 the most up-to-date offerings at all our parks. Click on each event to learn more, including time, description, and age range, or search by a specific topic or park. Take a refreshing hike on one of our trails, participate in an outdoor adventure program, or check out what else we have to offer!
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Toddler Adventure Club!
100 Acre Wood
5280 Cambria Way, Westerville, Ohio
Join us on an exploratory hike at Hundred Acre Woods during this week's Toddler Adventure Club! We will hike as far as possible during the time-frame, and staff will have ...Read More
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Run Club!
Quarry Trails
2600 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH, United States
Interested in joining a running club? Join the Outdoor Adventure Run Clun at Quarry Trails Metro Park! Meet at the Lakes Area parking lot, in the Kingfisher Shelter. We will ...Read More
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Board Games & S’mores
Quarry Trails
2600 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH, United States
Join us for board games next to a toasty campfire at Quarry Trails Metro Park! Meet at the Kingfisher Shelter at the Lakes area - use address 2319 Quarry Trails ...Read More
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Adventure Book Club!
Scioto Grove
5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, OH, United States
Join us for our Monthly Adventure Book Club! No registration necessary, all are welcome. This month's book is "When it All Burns: Fighting Fire in a Transformed World" by Jordan ...Read More
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Hootin’ Hike
Battelle Darby Creek
1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, United States
Let's take a ~1-mile silent walk to learn about owls and try to find one in our woods. Meet at the Indian Ridge Bulletin Board, 2705 Darby Creek Dr.
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Lantern Hike
Quarry Trails
2600 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH, United States
Come on out for a staff-led lantern hike around the lakes at Quarry Trails! Lanterns will be available on a first come first served basis, hike will be approx. 1.5 ...Read More
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Tots on Trails
Blacklick Woods
6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, United States
Share a slow-paced, half-mile hike with your toddler and discover nature together.
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Disc Golf – Classes and Games
Blacklick Woods Golf Course
7309 E Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, United States
Learn. Play. Connect. Columbus Metro Parks Outdoor Adventure and Vets Disc Golf Club of Central Ohio offer beginner instruction and interactive games designed for all ages and skill levels. Free, ...Read More
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Try It! Archery
Blacklick Woods Golf Course
7309 E Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, United States
Enjoy the thrill and fun of archery this winter while being toasty warm inside at the Blacklick Woods Golf Course!! Archery will be indoors at the Golf Course Pro Shop! ...Read More
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Campfire Cooking
Walnut Woods
6723 Lithopolis Rd, Groveport, OH, United States
Cozy up and bring your appetite as we learn how to cook over the campfire! All equipment and food will be provided. Meet at the Tall Pines area of Walnut ...Read More
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Wildlife Watch Night
Blacklick Woods
6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, United States
Visit the Nature Center after hours to see what wildlife visit the feeders for an evening snack in the dark.
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I-Spy the Night Sky
Glacier Ridge
9801 Hyland Croy, Plain City, OH, United States
Join us as we appreciate the night sky! We will have fun games and activities for kids to help them learn about the night sky in fun and engaging ways. ...Read More
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News & Events
THANK YOU to everyone who submitted their Metro Parks 2025 Holiday Crossword puzzles by the deadline of January 5. We hope you all had fun doing it, or trying to …Read More
EVELYN P HILGEMAN Outdoor Adventure Programmer Via ferratas may seem like a modern adventurous pursuit, but their origin dates back to 19th-century Europe. Originally used as a wartime tactic, these …Read More
Sandy Libertini Senior Manager, Grange Insurance Audubon Center Attention Young Nature Enthusiasts! Join the Ohio Young Birders Club, the premiere birding group for youth aged 12 to 18! ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP …Read More
CARA CHATFIELD Highbanks Park Ranger Alan Rosenbeck is a commissioned park ranger and assistant manager at Highbanks Metro Park. Since 2011, he has been working closely with scouts from Scouting …Read More