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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Bank Run Event Center Showcase
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Bank Run Metro Park Event Center
1570 Rohr Rd., Lockbourne, OH, United States
Welcome to the first event at the Bank Run Metro Park Event Center! Join us Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Bank Run Metro Park Event Center for a 5k race, ...Read More
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Bark Bash
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Prairie Oaks
3225 Plain City-Georgesville Road, West Jefferson, OH, United States
What is Bark Bash? Bark Bash is the dog event of the summer for you and your canine friends! The second annual Bark Bash will take place at Prairie Oaks ...Read More
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News & Events
Naomi Pepper Assistant Park Manager, Scioto Audubon Metro Park Naomi Pepper is talking with Communications Coordinator, Virginia Gordon About me I grew up in Worthington and went to Linworth Alternative …Read More
JILL SNYDER Visitor Engagement Manager Last year, Metro Parks completed a community impact survey. We asked visitors, volunteers and community members to tell us what they love about Metro Parks, …Read More
In our latest Adventure Starts Here video we took a look at the newest Metro Park, Great Southern. STILLS FROM THE VIDEO
JEN SNYDER Senior Environmental Education, Inniswood Metro Gardens It starts as the days grow longer each spring and continues well into the summer. Birds are singing, building nests and laying …Read More