Metro Parks - Central Ohio Park System

Adventure 101: DIY Sundial
2025-11-24 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Scioto Grove, 5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, OH, 43123, United States
Join us for our Adventure 101 series and learn something new! This class, we will be learning about the history of sundials, and making our own to take home! Meet at The Grove lodge at Scioto Grove Metro Park. This class will take place indoors.

Wheel Before the Big Meal
2025-11-25 16:00 - 17:30 | Battelle Darby Creek, 1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, 43119, United States
Join us for a leisurely bike ride at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park! Bikes (with helmet) are available to borrow by registering for this program. Each person who needs a bike must register to reserve their equipment! If you plan to bring your own bike, you do not need to register. Bikes will not be available if you do not register for one! Meet at the Ranger Station at Cedar Ridge Area, 1775 Darby Creek Dr. Galloway

If you need to reserve equipment, register here.

Glow Spikeball
2025-11-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Scioto Audubon, 400 West Whittier St., Columbus, OH, 43215, United States
Join us for a free and fun session of Spikeball! This game requires some hand-eye coordination. Learn the basics and become a pro! All instruction and equipment provided. We will be playing in the field behind the Scioto Audubon Climbing Wall.

Tots on Trails
2025-11-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Blacklick Woods, 6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, United States
Share a slow-paced, half-mile hike with your toddler and discover nature together.

Turkey Scavenger Hunt
2025-11-26 15:00 - 16:00 | Scioto Grove, 5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, OH, 43123, United States
Search for Turkeys at Scioto Grove Metro Park! Find them all and win a treat! Meet at the Arrowhead Picnic area for activity sheet and instruction.

Owl Prowl
2025-11-26 17:00 - 18:00 | Blendon Woods, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, 43081, United States
Take a hike to listen and look for nature’s night shift. No flashlights or pets allowed.

Lantern Hike
2025-11-26 17:30 - 18:30 | Walnut Woods, 6723 Lithopolis Rd, Groveport, OH, 43125, United States
No Registration Required! Join us for a staff led lantern hike through the Tall Pines area of Walnut Woods Metro park. Limited Number of jar lanterns will be available at a first come first served basis, bring a flashlight or headlamp for extra light!

Opt Outside Hike
2025-11-28 08:30 - 09:30 | Quarry Trails, 2600 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH, 43228, United States
Meet at the Kingfisher shelter and take a 2 mile hike with a Ranger.
Use address 2319 Quarry Trails Drive and follow the road back to the Lake Area Parking lot.

Day Off School: Buckeyes!
2025-11-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Glacier Ridge, 9801 Hyland Croy, Plain City, OH, 43064, United States
Have you ever wondered why OSU chose their mascot to be a buckeye? Join us as we learn all about the amazing tree and nut – the buckeye! We will make buckeye bracelets to cheer on the Ohio State Buckeyes in their game against Michigan!
This program is geared towards ages 6-12. Meet at the Shelter House, rain or shine!

Buckeye Bracelets
2025-11-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Inniswood Metro Gardens, 940 S. Hempstead Rd., Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Drop by to learn some cool facts about buckeye trees, and make a buckeye bracelet in preparation for the OSU vs. Michigan game!

Rugged Night Hike
2025-11-28 18:30 - 19:30 | Battelle Darby Creek, 1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, 43119, United States
Opt Outside on this a 2-mile interpretive hike through the forests and along the creek (weather permitting) under the starlight. Waterproof boots recommended, adults only.

For Adults: Fall Tree ID Hike
2025-11-29 13:00 - 14:00 | Blacklick Woods, 6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, United States
Take a half-mile hike with a naturalist to learn how to identify trees.

Post Thanksgiving Fitness Hike
2025-11-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Blendon Woods, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, 43081, United States
Walk off your Thanksgiving dinner! Hike 2 or 4 miles at a very brisk pace. First 2 miles will be dog-friendly, on the paved roadway; second 2 miles will be on the gravel surface nature trail (no dogs).

Friendship Bracelets
2025-11-30 11:00 - 12:00 | Battelle Darby Creek, 1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, 43119, United States
Bring a friend or make a new one while tying friendship bracelets, and learning about some of the friendly relationships in our park.

Greeting Card Workshop
2025-11-30 12:30 - 14:00 | Inniswood Metro Gardens, 940 S. Hempstead Rd., Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Get crafty and make greeting cards for your friends and family. Supplies provided.

Off-trail Guided Hike
2025-11-30 14:00 - 15:00 | Blacklick Woods, 6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, United States
Follow a naturalist on an off-trail adventure discovering wildflowers, insects and more as we trek along on this 1.5-mile hike.

Walk To The Eagle Nest
2025-11-30 14:00 - 15:30 | Three Creeks, 3860 Bixby Road, Groveport, OH, 43125, United States
Take a 2-mile round trip mostly off-trail hike to learn about bald eagles and observe the nest from below. Sometimes we see eagles and sometimes we don’t! Dress for off-trail walking. No pets, please. Meets at Three Creeks Metro Park Confluence Area bulletin board, 3860 Bixby Rd, Groveport

Adventure 101: Navigation Devices
2025-11-30 14:00 - 15:30 | Scioto Grove, 5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, OH, 43123, United States
Join us for our Adventure 101 series and learn something new! This class we will be learning about different navigation devices, and getting a chance to try them out on the trail! Meet at the Arrowhead picnic area at Scioto Grove Metro Park. This class will be outdoors, so dress warm and cozy!

Winter Hike Kick-Off
2025-12-01 17:00 - 19:00 | Blacklick Woods, 6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, United States
Join us for the winter hike kick-off at Blacklick Woods Metro Park! Grab some hot chocolate and roam around Blacklick Woods to look at the lights, and grab your winter hike card for the season.

How to join in on the fun:

Go to an event to get a Winter Hike Card, download it from the website, or go digital and join the challenge on the OuterSpatial app!
Visit the parks highlighted on each page and hike any trail during the designated month.
Have a staff member mark your Winter Hike card, OR check into the challenge on the OuterSpatial app. Complete 7 hikes to qualify for a patch.
Join us at the celebration on February 22nd to receive your Winter Hike patch!
Visit Friends of Metro Parks to learn how to earn hike medallions or additional swag by hiking all 19 parks!

For Adults 50+: Walk To The Eagle Nest
2025-12-02 13:00 - 15:00 | Three Creeks, 3860 Bixby Road, Groveport, OH, 43125, United States
Take a 2-mile round trip mostly off-trail hike to learn about bald eagles and observe the nest from below. At this time of the year sometimes we see eagles and sometimes we don’t! Dress for off-trail walking. No Pets, please. Meets at Three Creeks Metro Park Confluence Area bulletin board, 3860 Bixby Rd, Groveport

Lantern Hike
2025-12-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Scioto Grove, 5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, OH, 43123, United States
Join us for an after dark adventure on this approx. two-mile lantern hike! Some lanterns will be available to borrow on a first come first serve basis. Meet at the Arrowhead Picnic Shelter.

Preschool: Cinnamon Spice & Everything Nice
2025-12-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-12-03 13:00 - 14:00 | Inniswood Metro Gardens, 940 S. Hempstead Rd., Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and more: explore some festive spices through sensory activities, a story and a gingerbread man scavenger hunt.

For Adults 50+: Crafternoon
2025-12-03 13:30 - 15:00 | Spring Hollow at Sharon Woods, 1069 W Main St, Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon as you try your hand at some seasonal creations.
Meet at the Spring Hollow Lodge.

Full Cold Moon Hike
2025-12-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Battelle Darby Creek, 1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, 43119, United States
Take a brisk 4-mile hike through forests and fields. Meet us at the Ranger Station, 1775 Darby Creek Drive.

Candlelight Yoga
2025-12-04 18:00 - 19:00 | Scioto Grove, 5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, OH, 43123, United States
Enjoy a relaxing slow yoga flow at Scioto Grove Metro Park. Perfect for beginners, and those who want a peaceful practice after a long day! Free and fun. Meet at The Grove indoor facility.

Metro Parks Hiking Club: Adult Fitness Hike
2025-12-05 10:00 - 11:30 | Blendon Woods, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, 43081, United States
Hike 2 or 4 mi. on grave and natural surface trails. Moderate pace. Stairs and hills.

Luminary Hike
2025-12-05 17:00 - 18:30 | Chestnut Ridge, 8445 Winchester Rd NW, Carroll, OH, 43112, United States
Join us for an evening in lights and transcend into the peaceful surroundings of Chestnut Ridge Metro Park after dark! Portions of the Ridge Trail will become aglow with luminaries placed trailside. Meet at the far parking lot shelter house to get your Winter Hike Card stamped and pick up some freshly made hot cocoa! Drop by anytime between 5-6:30pm.
Chestnut Ridge Metro Park closes at Dark. The park will remain open for the duration of this program only.
Learn more about the Winter Hike Series here.

Fast-Paced Full Moon Hike
2025-12-05 17:00 - 18:30 | Sharon Woods, 6911 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, OH, 43081, United States
Keep warm with a Fast-Paced Adult Full Moon Hike. Not suitable for strollers or slow walkers.

Full Moon Family Hike
2025-12-05 17:00 - 18:30 | Sharon Woods, 6911 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, OH, 43081, United States
The weather may be frightful, but the Full Moon is so delightful! Join us for a slow-paced, family friendly guided hike through the nighttime woods.
