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 2025 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.
For Adults 50+: Bluebell Walk
Three Creeks
3860 Bixby Road, Groveport, OH, United States
Learn about the natural history of Virginia bluebells and other spring wildflowers on a 1-mile walk. Please wear shoes or boots suitable for muddy, slippery walking. No pets, please. Meets ...Read More
Preschool: All About Eggs
Homestead
4675 Cosgray Road, Hilliard, OH, United States
The Easter Bunny is not the only one leaving eggs outside, there’s lot of animals who lay eggs in spring. Come learn about the many eggs that you can find ...Read More
Metro Parks Hiking Club: Fitness Hikes
Blendon Woods
4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, United States
Hike 2 or 4 mi. on grave and natural surface trails. Moderate pace. Stairs and hills.
Preschool: All About Eggs
Homestead
4675 Cosgray Road, Hilliard, OH, United States
The Easter Bunny is not the only one leaving eggs outside, there’s lot of animals who lay eggs in spring. Come learn about the many eggs that you can find ...Read More
Homeschool: The Best Nest
Sharon Woods
6911 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, OH, United States
Homeschoolers will study different types of birds nests to find out how they are made, conduct a short experiment and learn how to build their own. Program will include a ...Read More
Homeschool: The Best Nest
Sharon Woods
6911 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, OH, United States
Homeschoolers will study different types of birds nests to find out how they are made, conduct a short experiment and learn how to build their own. Program will include a ...Read More
Micro Wonders
Blacklick Woods
6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, United States
Stop by the Nature Center to discover a whole new world by looking through microscopes.
Evening S’mores
Quarry Trails
2600 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH, United States
Enjoy a toasty s'more around a warm campfire at Quarry Trails Metro Park! Meet at the Basin Parking Lot, all equipment provided. Quarry Trails Metro Park has several separate park ...Read More
Homeschoolers: Swamp
Blacklick Woods
6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, United States
Learn about wetlands and the animals that inhabit them while we use dip nets to scoop for tadpoles and aquatic insects.
Bunny Hunt Trail
Blendon Woods
4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, United States
Find the bunnies hidden on the trail and decode the secret word and get a sweet treat.
Homeschoolers: Swamp
Blacklick Woods
6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, United States
Learn about wetlands and the animals that inhabit them while we use dip nets to scoop for tadpoles and aquatic insects.
Garden Scavenger Hunt
Innis House
940 S Hempstead Road, Westerville, OH, United States
Stop by the Innis House to pick up a scavenger hunt and then go out to look for the garden features and plants on the list! Come back to the ...Read More
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Tom Kirker Part-time Ranger, Slate Run Metro Park Hometown and Background I grew up in Bexley, on the campus of Capital University. My dad was the Dean of Men at …Read More
ELAINE HALL Assistant Resource Manager From lazy rivers that are deep, wide, slow and flat, to white water and small streams that are shallow, narrow, fast and rigid — not …Read More
JILL SNYDER Visitor Engagement Manager Metro Parks is thrilled to announce the upcoming dedication of a fabulously innovative inclusive playground designed to provide an accessible, welcoming and fun experience for …Read More
ROBERT MATT BRIGNER Guest Blogger Growing up in Hilliard, Ohio, in the early 1970s, wildlife wasn’t something I saw every day. The town was small, surrounded by farmland and livestock, …Read More
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