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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  • Preschool: Frogs


    Blendon Woods

    4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, United States

    Learn about frogs through literature, activities and craft. Ages 3-6


  • Stretch and Strengthen Fitness Class


    Scioto Grove

    5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, OH, United States

    Join us for a beginner friendly stretching and strengthening fitness class at The Grove Lodge at Scioto Grove Metro Park. Yoga mats will not be provided.


  • For Adults! Wetlands Hike


    Slate Run Park

    1375 St. Rte. 674 North, Canal Winchester, United States

    Join us for an approx. 2-mile hike at the Slate Run Wetlands, 11140 Winchester Road, Ashville OH (note: this is different than the main entrance to the park)


  • Homeschool: Snakes


    Spring Hollow at Sharon Woods

    1069 W Main St, Westerville, OH, United States

    St. Patrick may have driven the snakes out of Ireland but we have plenty here in Ohio! Come to Spring Hollow Lodge and meet one of our Animal Ambassadors snakes ...Read More


  • Run Club



    Run Club


    Quarry Trails

    2600 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH, United States

    Interested in joining a running club? Join the Outdoor Adventure Run Club at Quarry Trails Metro Park! Meet at the Lakes Area parking lot - Kingfisher Shelter. We will run ...Read More


  • Pi Day Eve! Pie Iron Cooking


    Scioto Grove

    5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, OH, United States

    Join us in celebrating Pi Day Eve with a pie iron sandwich at Scioto Grove Metro Park! Meet at the Arrowhead fire pit for ingredients and instruction.


  • Shamrock Shoot


    Blacklick Woods Golf Course

    7309 E Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, United States

    Celebrate St. Patty's Day with some fun and free archery at Blacklick Woods Golf Course! The program will take place inside the Pro Shop. All equipment provided. Ages 8+


  • Night Hike


    Battelle Darby Creek

    1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, United States

    Let's take a 1-mile interpretive night hike through the wetlands. Trail will be wet, meet at 1378 Darby Creek Dr.


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Behind the Parks: Meet Craig at Blendon Woods

Behind the Parks: Meet Craig at Blendon Woods

Craig Biegler Naturalist, Blendon Woods Craig Biegler is talking with Communications Coordinator, Virginia Gordon About me I grew up in Upper Arlington and went to programs at various Metro Parks …Read More

Spring Cleaning for Resource Management

Spring Cleaning for Resource Management

ELAINE HALL Assistant Resource Manager Annual upkeep of our structures for various species is underway, or even wrapped up by March, as we prepare staff and volunteers for another year …Read More

One park’s trash is a giraffe's feast!

One park’s trash is a giraffe’s feast!

Olivia Garas Land Management Coordinator of the North End Parks One of the most important jobs we have in Resource Management is removing invasives. There are so many different plants …Read More

A Conflagration at Pickerington Ponds Metro Park

A Conflagration at Pickerington Ponds Metro Park

Shelly Richardson Pickerington Ponds Manager Metro Parks acquired an 11-acre parcel of land last year as part of Pickerington Ponds Metro Park. The area included an old house that was …Read More


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