Metro Parks - Central Ohio Park System

Annual Quilt Show
2026-02-04 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-05 08:00 - 16:30, 2026-02-06 08:00 - 16:30, 2026-02-07 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-08 11:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Innis House, 940 S Hempstead Road, Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
View the Columbus Metropolitan Quilters, flora-and-fauna-themed quilt display. Members will be available to answer questions on weekends.

Homeschoolers: All About Predators
2026-02-04 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-04 13:30 - 14:30 | Three Creeks, 3860 Bixby Road, Groveport, OH, 43125, United States
Learn about the amazing, adaptable coyote and other local predators on a 1-mile walk. Some walking may be done off trail if conditions allow. Meets at Three Creeks Confluence Area bulletin board, 3860 Bixby Rd, Groveport

Disc Golf Classes and Games
2026-02-05 14:00 - 15:30 | Scioto Grove, 5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, OH, 43123, United States
Learn. Play. Connect.
Columbus Metro Parks Outdoor Adventure and Vets Disc Golf Club of Central Ohio offer beginner instruction and interactive games designed for all ages and skill levels. Free, indoor, inclusive! All equipment and instruction provided. Meet at the Grove Lodge at Scioto Grove Metro Park.

Metro Parks Hiking Club: Adult Fitness Hike
2026-02-06 10:00 - 11:30 | Blendon Woods, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, 43081, United States
Hike 2 or 4 mi. on gravel and natural surface trails. Moderate pace. Stairs and hills.

Try It! Archery
2026-02-06 16:00 - 17:00 | Blacklick Woods Golf Course, 7309 E Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, United States
Enjoy the thrill and fun of archery this winter while being toasty warm inside at the Blacklick Woods Golf Course!! Archery will be indoors at the Golf Course Pro Shop! All equipment provided, fun and free! Ages 8+.

Blacklick Walk & Talk
2026-02-07 09:00 - 10:00 | Blacklick Woods, 6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, United States
Meet the first Saturday of every month for a moderate to fast-paced hike and to meet like-minded people. This is not an interpretive hike.

Cowboy Campfire Coffee!
2026-02-07 10:00 - 11:30 | Quarry Trails, 2600 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH, 43228, United States
Come out to the Lower Sled Hill fire pit at Quarry Trails Metro Park to learn how to make Cowboy-style Campfire Coffee! All ingredients and equipment will be supplied. Please bring your own reusable mug or cup and fill it up with some hot fire brewed coffee.

Glacier Ridge Winter Hike
2026-02-07 10:00 - 13:00 | Glacier Ridge, 9801 Hyland Croy, Plain City, OH, 43064, United States
Gather your friends and family for a hike on any trail at Glacier Ridge Metro Park. Refreshments and a treat will be served between 10am and 1pm.
Learn more about winter hikes by clicking here.

Victorian Valentines
2026-02-07 10:00 - 16:00 | Slate Run Living Historical Farm, 1375 OH-674, Canal Winchester, OH, 43110, United States
Stop by the farmhouse and create your own Victorian valentine card.

Wetlands Hike
2026-02-07 14:00 - 15:00 | Slate Run Park, 1375 St. Rte. 674 North, Canal Winchester, 43110, United States
Join us for an approx. 2-mile hike at the Slate Run Wetlands, 11140 Winchester Road, Asheville OH (note: this is different than the main entrance to the park)

Fiber at the Farm Series- Weaving
2026-02-08 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Slate Run Living Historical Farm, 1375 OH-674, Canal Winchester, OH, 43110, United States
Join us as we explore fiber arts twice a month during January, February, and March. This is a series of six programs for adults, however, you are free to make the ones that interest you and fit your schedule. Programs will include a presentation and demonstration, as well as opportunities for hands on learning. Enjoy a warm beverage and feel free to bring a fiber project to work on after the main program. Programs will start at 1pm.
Sunday, 2/ 8/26 Part 3 of a series of 6: Weaving
Learn about the process of weaving including various types of looms such as table top, rigid heddle, and floor looms.
This program is for adults and meets in the farmhouse from 1-3pm. Limited materials provided.

Coffee & Birds
2026-02-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Blendon Woods, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, 43081, United States
Drop by to enjoy a warm cup and beautiful birds at our viewing windows.

Quarry Trails Winter Hike
2026-02-08 10:00 - 13:00 | OH
Gather your friends and family for a hike on any trail at Quarry Trails Metro Park. Refreshments and a treat will be served between 10am and 1pm.
Learn more about winter hikes by clicking here.

Gardens for Wildlife: Milkweed Workshop
2026-02-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Blendon Woods, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, 43081, United States
Now is the time to start planning your spring garden! Learn about the importance of planting milkweed to the survival of monarch butterflies, then take home your own mini-greenhouse. Bring a clean milk jug.

Superb Owl Sunday
2026-02-08 17:00 - 18:00 | Blacklick Woods, 6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, United States
Take a 1.25-mile hike to learn about owls and search for them in the forest.

Preschool: Snakes!
2026-02-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Blendon Woods, 4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, 43081, United States
Learn about snakes through literature, craft and activities

Deep Stretch Yoga with Naomi
2026-02-09 18:30 - 19:30 | Scioto Grove, 5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, OH, 43123, United States
Meet at the Grove Lodge for a deep stretch yoga flow, perfect for all skill levels, at Scioto Grove Metro Park! Yoga will be indoors, bring your own mat!

For Adults! Wetlands Hike
2026-02-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Slate Run Park, 1375 St. Rte. 674 North, Canal Winchester, 43110, United States
Join us for a approx. 2-mile hike at the Slate Run Wetlands, 11140 Winchester Road, Asheville OH (note: this is different than the main entrance to the park)

Heart Healthy Walk
2026-02-10 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-11 10:00 - 16:00 | Slate Run Living Historical Farm, 1375 OH-674, Canal Winchester, OH, 43110, United States
Take a stroll around the farm grounds to learn facts about the wonders of human and animal hearts. Enjoy a winter visit with the animals. Program is ongoing 10am – 4pm.

Pie Iron Cooking
2026-02-10 17:00 - 18:30 | Walnut Woods, 6723 Lithopolis Rd, Groveport, OH, 43125, United States
Bring your appetite and learn some new recipes on a pie iron! All equipment and food is provided.
Meet at Walnut Woods Tall Pines Area – 6833 Richardson Rd. Groveport OH

Birding Basics
2026-02-11 07:00 - 09:00 | Sharon Woods, 6911 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, OH, 43081, United States
Dress warmly and join us for a morning, 1 hour hike on the Edward S. Thomas Trail looking for birds and learn to ID common winter birds by sight and sound. Meet at the Schrock Lake Restrooms.

Preschoolers: Owls
2026-02-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Blacklick Woods, 6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068, United States
Learn about owls through a story, activity and a craft.

Preschool: Let It Glow
2026-02-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Inniswood Metro Gardens, 940 S. Hempstead Rd., Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Learn the what, who, and how of bioluminescence. The program will include a story, craft, and hike.
