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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Glow Archery
Blacklick Woods Golf Course
7309 E Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, United States
What's better then archery? GLOW ARCHERY! Come out to the Blacklick Golf Course Pro Shop to enjoy some free and fun, indoor glow-in-the-dark archery! Ages 8+. All equipment provided.
For Adults: Woodcock Walk
Blacklick Woods
6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, United States
Take a 1-mile walk and search for timberdoodles performing their aerial courtship display.
For Adults 50+: Timberdoodles and S’Mores
Walnut Woods
6723 Lithopolis Rd, Groveport, OH, United States
Search for the male American woodcock as he performs his aerial courtship dance and then make your own sweet treat over an open fire. Meet in the Buckeye Area picnic ...Read More
Eagle Hike
100 Acre Wood
5280 Cambria Way, Westerville, Ohio
Take a .75 mi hike on natural surface trail to see if we can spot the eagles at their nest. Prepare for mud!
Edible Native Plants
Inniswood Metro Gardens
940 S. Hempstead Rd., Westerville, OH, United States
Join Wild Ones Columbus for an introduction into native edible plants, presented by David Williams. You'll learn proper harvesting techniques, some of these plants' historical significance, and identification of plants ...Read More
Walk To The Eagle Nest
Three Creeks
3860 Bixby Road, Groveport, OH, United States
Learn about our national bird then go on a 1.5 mile roundtrip walk to observe them in the nest. Wear shoes and clothes suitable for mud. Bring binoculars if you ...Read More
Naturalist March
Homestead
4675 Cosgray Road, Hilliard, OH, United States
Join the new Homestead naturalist on a short hike through the park to find wildlife, tracks, and signs of spring. The naturalist will take small groups around the park in ...Read More
Walk To The Eagle Nest
Three Creeks
3860 Bixby Road, Groveport, OH, United States
Learn about our national bird then go on a 1.5 mile roundtrip walk to observe them in the nest. Wear shoes and clothes suitable for mud. Bring binoculars if you ...Read More
Signs of Spring
Blacklick Woods
6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, United States
Take a 1.25-mile hike through the Walter Tucker Nature Preserve and search for early signs of spring.
Naturalist March
Homestead
4675 Cosgray Road, Hilliard, OH, United States
Join the new Homestead naturalist on a short hike through the park to find wildlife, tracks, and signs of spring. The naturalist will take small groups around the park in ...Read More
Bluebell Trail Clean-Up
Three Creeks
3860 Bixby Road, Groveport, OH, United States
It's time to clean up the floodplain along and adjacent to the Bluebell Trail. Meet at the Confluence Area bulletin board (3860 Bixby Rd, Groveport). Bring work gloves, wear shoes ...Read More
Amphibian Search
Rocky Fork
7180 East Walnut St., Westerville, OH, United States
Hike 1.5 mi on and off trail to look for early spring amphibians.
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