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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Winter Habitat Builders
Battelle Darby Creek
1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, United States
Learn about different habitats forest critters take shelter in during the winter and then use various materials to build your own winter habitat fit for the forest! Ages 8+.
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For Adults 50+: Winter Along The Big Darby
Prairie Oaks
3225 Plain City-Georgesville Road, West Jefferson, OH, United States
Take an easy to moderate 2-mile walk along Big Darby Creek as we enjoy the sights and sounds of the coldest season. Meet at the Sycamore Plains Area at 2009 ...Read More
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Lantern Hike
Blacklick Woods
6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, United States
Take a lantern-lit 1.5-mile guided hike through the Walter Tucker Nature Preserve while we look for nocturnal wildlife.
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Winter Birding
Blacklick Woods
6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, United States
Join a naturalist to watch birds from the Nature Center and on a half-mile hike.
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Clear Creek Winter Hike
Clear Creek
185 Clear Creek Road, Lancaster, OH, United States
Gather your friends and family for a hike on any trail at Clear Creek Metro Park. Refreshments and a treat will be served between 10am and 1pm. Learn more about ...Read More
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For Adults 18+: Beat the Winter Blues
Blacklick Woods
6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, United States
Join drum circle facilitator Iggy Garcia for a freestyle drumming program. Drums and percussion instruments will be available or bring your own. No drumming or musical experience necessary. All are ...Read More
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Campfire Cooking
Sharon Woods
6911 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, OH, United States
Come learn about 3 different types of camp cooking (campfire, propane stove, & canned heat). See which style boils water faster and taste test some common campfire foods. The program ...Read More
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For Adults 18+: Winter Cookie Decorating
Blacklick Woods
6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, United States
Naturalist and baker extraordinaire, Shannon, is back by popular demand for another cookie decorating class! Just in case you haven’t had enough sweets, join us for a fun, sugar-filled evening. ...Read More
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Owl Prowl
Glacier Ridge
9801 Hyland Croy, Plain City, OH, United States
Join us for an evening hike to find owls hidden in the forest. We will meet at the shelter house and learn about owls while we wait for the sun ...Read More
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Hike Behind the Lake
Blendon Woods
4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, United States
Can't make it on Winter Hike day? Take a 1.5-miles off-trail hike through the waterfowl refuge with a naturalist. Prepare for mud.
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Scioto Grove Winter Hike
Scioto Grove
5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, OH, United States
Gather your friends and family for a hike on any trail at Scioto Grove Metro Park. Refreshments and a treat will be served between 10am and 1pm. Learn more about ...Read More
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For Kids: Winter Indoor Survival Game (Ages 7+)
Highbanks
9466 Columbus Pike (US Rt 23 N), Lewis Center, OH, United States
Join us at the nature center for a discussion on how animals are adapted to survive the winter, and test your skills to see if you can do the same. ...Read More
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News & Events
THANK YOU to everyone who submitted their Metro Parks 2025 Holiday Crossword puzzles by the deadline of January 5. We hope you all had fun doing it, or trying to …Read More
EVELYN P HILGEMAN Outdoor Adventure Programmer Via ferratas may seem like a modern adventurous pursuit, but their origin dates back to 19th-century Europe. Originally used as a wartime tactic, these …Read More
Sandy Libertini Senior Manager, Grange Insurance Audubon Center Attention Young Nature Enthusiasts! Join the Ohio Young Birders Club, the premiere birding group for youth aged 12 to 18! ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP …Read More
CARA CHATFIELD Highbanks Park Ranger Alan Rosenbeck is a commissioned park ranger and assistant manager at Highbanks Metro Park. Since 2011, he has been working closely with scouts from Scouting …Read More