Free things to do with kids in Toledo
Toledo is full of free family fun. Here's every free, kid-friendly event we're tracking right now, updated daily.
Preschool Storytime
Stories and activities for preschoolers at Sterling Branch—free.
TANGO y algo mas!
TANGO y algo mas! at Treelawn Social Club
Kinderealm: Fox & Coyote
Little-kids nature program about foxes and coyotes at FASN Visitors Center.
Musical Storytelling
Stories told through live music at Severance Music Center—free.
Family Forward: Family Coping & Connection – Fall Garland
Free family event focused on building connection and resilience during fall.
Nature Collage
Create nature-inspired art collages at FASN Nature Realm, Akron.
Delight Nights
Late-night interactive play with full access to 25 exhibits at Akron Children's Museum—free!
Virtual: Nature Collage
Online nature collage craft session for kids.
Creatures of the Night
Evening nocturnal-wildlife program at Bath Nature Preserve, Akron.
An Evening with Cast Members from The Chosen
Meet cast members from The Chosen at Lakewood Civic Auditorium—a free, faith-friendly evening for fans.
Prescription for Play: Playdate with Pediatricians
Free family playdate with pediatricians and hands-on activities.
Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Community Days
Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Community Days at Cleveland Museum of Natural History
Lowe's Kids Workshop: Holiday Engine
Kids build a holiday-themed engine at Lowe's workshop in Cleveland.
Meet & Greet with The Piano Guys and Cast Members from The Chosen in Fairlawn
Free meet & greet with The Piano Guys and The Chosen cast at St. Hilary Church.
Meet & Greet with The Piano Guys and Cast Members from The Chosen in Chesterland
Free meet & greet with The Piano Guys and The Chosen cast at Mayfield United Methodist Church.
Kinderealm: Fox & Coyote
Little ones explore foxes and coyotes through Kinderealm's interactive program.
Coping & Connection: Time Capsules
Free creative workshop making time capsules at The Gathering Place East.
Homeschoolers: Park Careers
Explore careers in park management and nature education with a homeschool field visit.
Nature Trivia Night
Nature Trivia Night at F/Coventry Oaks Lodge
Crocker Park Tree Lighting
Gather for holiday cheer as Crocker Park lights up its festive community tree.
Cleveland Choro
Cleveland Choro at Treelawn Social Club
Community Day 2026
Free community day at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame with open access to all visitors.
Holiday Ice & Lights Festival
Skate and stroll through glowing winter lights at Lake Metroparks' holiday festival.
Holiday Parade
39th annual illuminated parade kicks off the 2026 holiday season with community groups and bands.
Illuminated Holiday Parade
The 39th annual holiday parade in downtown Akron with illuminated floats, marching bands, and community groups.
WinterLand Kickoff
Free holiday celebration kicking off Cleveland's WinterLand season at Public Square.
Moonlight Paintings
Art and nature combine in a moonlit painting session at FASN/Seneca Deck.
Virtual: Nature Drawing for Adults
Virtual: Nature Drawing for Adults in Akron
Nature Drawing for Adults
Nature Drawing for Adults at FASN/Nature Realm
Nature Drawing for Adults
Nature Drawing for Adults at SLNC
Gaetano's Holiday Jazz Extravaganza
Free holiday jazz concert at Treelawn Social Club—festive music for the whole family.
Matilda The Musical Jr.
Free student production of Matilda the Musical Jr. at Berkshire Schools K-12.
Caring Santa
Sensory-friendlyFree sensory-friendly Santa experience designed for children with special needs at Summit Mall.
Kinderealm: Happy Hibernators
Kinderealm nature program exploring hibernation at FASN Visitors Center.
Virtual Nature Collage
Virtual Nature Collage in Akron
Nature Collage
Nature art craft workshop at FASN Visitors Center.
Holiday PJ Party
Free holiday pajama party at The Gathering Place—families come in PJs for festive fun.
Kinderealm: Happy Hibernators
Nature education program about hibernating animals at LP/Nature Center.
The End Of The Year Party
The End Of The Year Party at B Side Lounge
Kinderealm: Happy Hibernators
Kinderealm nature program about hibernating animals—hands-on for young kids.
Sensory Friendly Hours
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly Rock & Roll Hall of Fame visit with adjusted lighting & sound.
Good to know
- Are there really free things to do with kids in Toledo?
- Yes — from library story times and park programs to free festivals and community days, this list pulls every free family event we can find, refreshed daily.
- How often is this updated?
- Every day. Past events drop off automatically and new free events are added as we find them.