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. Click here to complete a 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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Dog Days of Summer
Glacier Ridge
9801 Hyland Croy, Plain City, OH, United States
After a hot summer, our dogs deserve some fun, so come celebrate your furry friends with us! We will have treats, crafts, and kiddie pools set up to spoil the ...Read More
Un-Nature Hike
Battelle Darby Creek
1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, United States
Join a naturalist on a forested scavenger hunt, looking for things that don't belong! Great for kids, 0.4mile walk.
Friday Night Fishing
Sharon Woods
6911 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, OH, United States
Drop a line in Schrock Lake and see if you can catch a fish. Please bring your own pole or borrow one of ours. No fishing license is required; catch ...Read More
Sunset & S’mores
Quarry Trails
2600 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH, United States
Come meet at the sled hill parking lot. Use address 2600 Dublin Road Columbus OH 43228 and follow the road back to the Sled Hill parking lot, the second gravel ...Read More
Bat Hike
Highbanks
9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N), Lewis Center, OH, United States
Learn about bats and take a 1.5-mile hike to look for our flying mammals in the evening sky. During the bat hike, we will try to see as many bats ...Read More
Outdoor Adventure Run Club!
Battelle Darby Creek
1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, United States
Join us for a fun morning of running the trails at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park! Loops will be mapped out, feel free to run at your own pace! Meet ...Read More
Family Creeking
Take a short walk to the creek and wade in the water to find critters. Meet at the Fern Parking Lot, 22937 Clear Creek Road in Rockbridge.
Butterfly Weekend
Blendon Woods
4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, United States
It's our annual butterfly extravaganza! Drop by the nature center 10am-1pm Labor Day Weekend. We will have a daily puppet show, crafts, games, butterfly hunt and even a daily butterfly ...Read More
Butterfly Weekend
Blendon Woods
4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, United States
It's our annual butterfly extravaganza! Drop by the nature center 10am-1pm Labor Day Weekend. We will have a daily puppet show, crafts, games, butterfly hunt and even a daily butterfly ...Read More
All in a Day’s Work
Slate Run Living Historical Farm
1375 OH-674, Canal Winchester, OH, United States
Program ongoing between 10am-4pm Visit a display and play a matching game to learn about 19th century occupations and the history of Labor Day.
Drop In: Weather Experiments
Highbanks
9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N), Lewis Center, OH, United States
Stop by the nature center to join a naturalist explaining weather experiments. Learn about thunderstorms, tornados, lightning, rainbows and more! Meeting Location Notes: Highbanks Nature Center is the first right ...Read More
Darling Dragonflies
Battelle Darby Creek
1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, United States
Join a naturalist to learn about dragonflies through stories and create a darling dragonfly craft! For ages 5+.
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News & Events
Enjoy the video below for a wee taste of the fantastic forum of fun available for you, family and friends, including four-legged canine co-habiters, when you come to Scioto Fest …Read More
LIZ CHRISTIAN Social Media and Marketing Specialist The dog days of summer have technically passed, but it’s still pretty warm out there. Yet, there’s no better time to explore the …Read More
LEAH CONWAY Seasonal Naturalist – Blacklick Woods The monarch butterfly may be the most famous of invertebrates here in the US — followed closely by the black widow spider and …Read More
Sarah Zinsmeister Park Ranger, Glacier Ridge Metro Park Hometown and Background My dad relocated a lot in his work for Abbot Laboratories, so we were frequently on the move. Every …Read More
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