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!
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Metro Parks Hiking Club: Wednesday Fitness Club
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.
Homeschoolers on the Farm: A Victorian Christmas
Slate Run Living Historical Farm
1375 OH-674, Canal Winchester, OH, United States
Program begins a 1:30 pm. Meet in front of the farmhouse. For homeschooling families with children of all ages. Many of our Christmas traditions come from the Victorian Era. Stop ...Read More
Homeschool: Winter Watercolor
Spring Hollow at Sharon Woods
1069 W Main St, Westerville, OH, United States
Homeschoolers can learn the basics of watercolor and paint a winter landscape. Paints will be used, so please dress accordingly. Meets at Spring Hollow Lodge (1069 W. Main St. Westerville, ...Read More
For Adults 50+: Winter at the River Bluff
Highbanks River Bluff
8400 Olentangy River Rd., Columbus, OH, United States
Search for birds and other wildlife and enjoy a view of the high bluffs along the Olentangy River on this 1-mile easy hike. Bring binoculars if you have them. The ...Read More
Watercolor Tea Bag Art Demonstration
Innis House
940 S Hempstead Road, Westerville, OH, United States
Watch as artist of the month, Nancy Simmons, demonstrates how she uses watercolors and recycled tea bags to create unique works of art that are enhanced by the stain and ...Read More
Gifts for Wildlife
Glacier Ridge
9801 Hyland Croy, Plain City, OH, United States
Happy Holidays for all! Help celebrate this festive season with native wildlife as we create some gifts for our furry and feathered friends! This program is geared for all ages. ...Read More
For Adults 50+: The Gardens in Winter
Inniswood Metro Gardens
940 S. Hempstead Rd., Westerville, OH, United States
Meander along the nature trails on a 1.5-mile walk. The trails are considered easy. Stay after the program to enjoy the winter lights. Meet at the Gardens Entrance
Cocoa & Cryptids
Battelle Darby Creek
1775 Darby Creek Drive, Galloway, OH, United States
Walk under the twinkling lights and enjoy a complimentary cup of hot chocolate. Use your cellphone to get a picture or two with Bigfoot and the Grinch!
Winter Hike – Campfire & Hot Cocoa
Blacklick Woods
6975 East Livingston Ave, Reynoldsburg, OH, United States
Take a half-mile hike along the Buttonbush Trail under the twinkling lights and stop by the Nature Center to enjoy a cup of cocoa around the campfire. The Canopy Walk ...Read More
Winter Solstice-Sunrise
Sharon Woods
6911 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, OH, United States
Celebrate the shortest day of the year by watching the sun rise over Schrock Lake. Enjoy a camp fire, snacks and some information about the science and meaning behind this ...Read More
Hike Behind the Lake
Blendon Woods
4265 E Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, United States
Enjoy the first day of winter on this 1.5-mile hike through the waterfowl refuge.
Adventure 101: Shelter Building
Scioto Grove
5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, OH, United States
Our "Adventure 101" educational series includes everything from guest speakers to interactive outdoor skill lessons! Participants are encouraged to take notes and ask questions Learn the best practices to safely ...Read More
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News & Events
The Metro Parks 2024 Holiday Crossword is here, with clues related to the parks, nature and the holidays, and with a little spattering of Tolkien and fantasy thrown in for …Read More
Joy and Jim Dunno Metro Parks Volunteers at Blendon Woods Why we volunteer at Metro Parks, what we do and what we love most about it JOY We’ve been retired …Read More
ANNETTE BOOSE Guest Blogger Unseasonably warm weather this past November afforded my husband and me the opportunity to take our 2-year-old granddaughter, Wren, on a fishing expedition. We chose Schrock …Read More
OLIVIA GARAS Resource Management, North End Land Management Coordinator We are all familiar with the crisp cold air, blanket of snow and icy roadways that winter months in Ohio bring …Read More
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