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!
12 events found.
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Preschool: Woodpeckers
Inniswood Metro Gardens
940 S. Hempstead Rd., Westerville, OH, United States
Warm up in the Innis House with a story and craft focusing on the woodpeckers that live at Inniswood, then take a short hike to search for them.
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Preschool: Woodpeckers
Inniswood Metro Gardens
940 S. Hempstead Rd., Westerville, OH, United States
Warm up in the Innis House with a story and craft focusing on the woodpeckers that live at Inniswood, then take a short hike to search for them.
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Adaptive Adventures: Cardinal Count
Blendon Woods Inclusive Playground
4265 E. Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, OH, United States
Adaptive Adventures: Cardinal Count Cardinals like to hang out behind the shelter house at the inclusive playground in Blendon Woods Metro Park!! Come count how many cardinals you can see! ...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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Homeschool: Winter Hike
Spring Hollow at Sharon Woods
1069 W Main St, Westerville, OH, United States
Homeschoolers are invited to dress warmly and join us for a winter hike along the newly opened trail on the north side of the park. Meet at Spring Hollow Lodge.
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Feed the Stream
Battelle Darby Creek
1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, United States
Come out for a fun Nature Center day and help us feed the Living Stream!
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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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Roving Raptors
Homestead
4675 Cosgray Road, Hilliard, OH, United States
The chilly air makes great weather to watch for raptors! Meet the naturalist at the barn shelter to learn fun facts about the raptors of Ohio! Grab a raptor scavenger ...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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Woodpecker Walk
Three Creeks
3860 Bixby Road, Groveport, OH, United States
We'll learn about and look for woodpeckers and other birds on an easy, less than a mile walk. Bring binoculars if you'd like and we'll have some to share. Meets ...Read More
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Wild Ones: Annual Native Seed Swap
Inniswood Metro Gardens
940 S. Hempstead Rd., Westerville, OH, United States
Join Wild Ones Columbus for their annual native seeds swap. If you have native seeds to share, please label them with the Latin name and common name. The seeds don’t ...Read More
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Sharon Woods Winter Hike
Sharon Woods
6911 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, OH, United States
Gather your friends and family for a hike on any trail at Sharon Woods Metro Park. Refreshments and a treat will be served between 10am and 1pm. Learn more about ...Read More
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News & Events
THE METRO PARKS 2025 HOLIDAY CROSSWORD IS HERE! As well as nature and general trivia, the theme of this year’s crossword adds Outer Space, to complement Metro Parks’ Wild and …Read More
CHECK OUT OUR VIDEO OF SOME OF THE STUNNING LIGHTS AVAILABLE FOR YOU TO ENJOY THIS WINTER. THEY LOOK GREAT ON VIDEO, BUT LOOK EVEN BETTER OUT THERE IN THE …Read More
TIFFANY GUO Guest Blogger When I was a seasonal naturalist over this past summer at Glacier Ridge, I followed Catie, the senior naturalist, as we guided visitors along the wooded …Read More
Curious about something you saw on the trail? Wondering why owls hoot at night, how salamanders find their way back to their breeding pools, or which Metro Park is best …Read More