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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Archery 101
Scioto Grove
5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, OH, United States
Ever wanted to learn in-depth and hands on Archery Skills? Now is your chance! Register for this beginner archery class, we will be going over stance, form, aim and other ...Read More
Tots on Trails
Blacklick Woods
6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, United States
Share a slow-paced half-mile hike with your toddler and discover nature together.
Learn the Ropes
Scioto Audubon
400 West Whittier St., Columbus, OH, United States
Have you always wanted to try rock climbing at Scioto Audubon Metro Park? Come to Learn the Ropes and try it out for free! Open to all ages, instruction and ...Read More
Storytime
Blendon Woods
4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, United States
Have fun with literature in the park. Introduce your little one to nature with stories, songs, and large motor activities.
Orienteering For Kids!
Glacier Ridge
9801 Hyland Croy, Plain City, OH, United States
Orienteering is a sport that combines navigation with speed! This for kids level program will go over the basics of the sport as well as practice by playing a game! ...Read More
Quarry Trails History Hike
Quarry Trails
2600 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH, United States
Meet at Sled Hill parking lot - use address 2600 Dublin Road and turn into the 4th parking lot (gravel). Come on a 3 mile hike to learn about the ...Read More
Migration Mania
Blacklick Woods
6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, United States
Take a 1.5-mile hike and search the forest for migrating songbirds, like warblers, vireos, tanagers and more.
Waste Not, Want Not
Slate Run Living Historical Farm
1375 OH-674, Canal Winchester, OH, United States
Ongoing from 1-3pm. Compare recycling now with an 1880s family's necessary reuse of many farm and household items.
Fly Fishing 101
Quarry Trails
2600 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH, United States
Have you ever wanted to learn about fly fishing but didn't know where to start? Come to this free and fun program and learn what fly fishing is and how ...Read More
Drop In: Learn about Backpacking
Highbanks
9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N), Lewis Center, OH, United States
Are you interested in backpacking or backcountry hiking, but not sure how to get started? Come and explore the possibilities! At our backpacking and hiking open house we'll have: The ...Read More
Invasive Removal at Hundred Acre Wood
100 Acre Wood
5280 Cambria Way, Westerville, Ohio
Bring you gloves or borrow ours to help clear invasive species. Meet at 5220 Cambria Way. Park along the street.
Children’s Garden Day
Inniswood Metro Gardens
940 S. Hempstead Rd., Westerville, OH, United States
Join us for an afternoon of fun while learning how water, soil, fire, and air all support life in the gardens. Activities include informational displays and demos, hands-on exploration, crafts, ...Read More
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News & Events
VIRGINIA GORDON Communications Coordinator “D’yawannit, d’yawannit, d’yawannit, d’yawannit…” Hundreds of ‘em, no thousands of ‘em, spring peepers, all driven by the most grotesque libido, gathered together liked crazed Dionysians and …Read More
OLIVIA PIPER Resource Management Technician From around late March to mid-April, you may notice a vibrant blanket of yellow along rivers, streams and forested floodplains. Although they are pretty, unfortunately, …Read More
MEGAN HARRIS Outdoor Adventure Programmer Picture this: it’s Friday, and you’ve been looking forward to the weekend because you have a beautiful day planned in one of Ohio’s many parks …Read More
KATHLEEN O’DOWD Guest Contributor Cunning and sly, intelligent and adaptable, the red-haired fox is known for its pointed snout and bushy tail. Don’t let his relatively small size fool you …Read More
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