Outdoor things to do with kids in Toledo
Get the kids outside. Here are the outdoor family events happening around Toledo right now.
Hornyak Farms Fall Festival
Fall festival with activities, treats, and family fun at Hornyak Farms.
Squire’s Castle Family Campout
Family campout at a historic castle in the Cleveland Metroparks.
Magnificence on the Mountain: Little Mountain Hike
Guided woodland hike through Holden Arboretum's Little Mountain for nature-loving families.
Spree With Me: Nature Saunter
Guided nature walk at Downy Loop Trail in Hudson.
Goodtime III Narrated Lunch Cruise
Narrated lunch cruise on the Cuyahoga River combining sightseeing, dining, and Cleveland history.
Horsepower Weekend
Celebrate horses and equestrian activities at Lake Metroparks' Farmpark.
Aeronautics & Engineering Expo
Explore planes, helicopters, and hands-on engineering demos at this airport expo.
Kent State Golden Flashes Football vs. Ball State Cardinals Football
College football: Kent State Golden Flashes vs. Ball State at Dix Stadium.
Bees & Blooms
Learn about bees and wildflowers at Tallmadge Meadows.
Fall Foray with the Ohio Mushroom Society
Weekend mushroom identification and learning celebration with the Ohio Mushroom Society.
Chillin' with the Villains
Halloween fun at Akron Zoo with villain characters and festive animal activities.
Akron Zips Football vs. UNLV Rebels Football
College football: Akron Zips vs. UNLV Rebels at InfoCision Stadium.
Mill Street Makers' Market
Makers' market on Mill Street in Medina—local crafts & goods.
Mentor Marsh Guided Nature Hike: Marsh Crown of Fall Flora and Fauna
All-ages guided nature hike at Mentor Marsh to observe fall wildflowers and the wildlife they attract.
Back Yards Gone Wild: Seed Collecting
Learn to collect seeds for a backyard habitat.
Fall Fest Event & 5k
Fall Fest with 5K run, kids' run, hayrides, pumpkin patch, petting zoo & live concert.
Donut Day: CVSR
Train-themed celebration with donuts at a historic railroad depot.
Cleveland Browns vs. Carolina Panthers
NFL football: Cleveland Browns face Carolina Panthers at Huntington Bank Field.
Kayak & Canoe Open House
Try kayaking and canoeing at Lake Area in Munroe Falls.
Spree With Me: Harvest Moon
Nature hike celebrating harvest season at Big Oak Area.
North Union Farmers Market
Local farmers and artisans gather at Legacy Village for weekly market day.
Pawpaw Appreciation Night
Discover pawpaw trees and taste native fruit at Nature Center.
Public Square Farmers Market
Browse local produce and goods at Cleveland's vibrant Public Square Farmers Market.
Intro to Archery
Beginner archery lessons at Coventry Oaks Lodge.
Ohio Mart
Ohio Mart artisan market at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens in Akron.
Kids in the Garden
Hands-on garden exploration for kids at Summit Lake Nature Center.
Kids in the Garden
Hands-on gardening activities for kids at Summit Lake.
Archery Games
Fun archery games and competitions at Coventry Oaks.
Cleveland Browns vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
NFL action: Cleveland Browns vs. Pittsburgh Steelers at Huntington Bank Field.
Boo at the Zoo
Trick-or-treat, meet costumed characters, and ride the train at this spooky zoo celebration.
Nature Tales
Storytime featuring nature tales at LP Nature Center.
Spree With Me: Discover Nature
Guided nature discovery hike on Downy Loop Trail.
HOO-loween: Spooky Sounds
Spooky Halloween adventure at Penitentiary Glen with family-friendly activities and sounds.
Boo at the Zoo
Halloween-themed family fun at Akron Zoo with costumes and animal encounters.
Kent State Golden Flashes Football vs. Ohio Bobcats Football
Kent State Golden Flashes Football vs. Ohio Bobcats at Dix Stadium.
Zoar Agriculture Tours – America 250
Historic farm tours at Zoar Village—learn 18th-century agriculture.
All Abilities Fall Fest
Inclusive fall festival at Crown Point Ecology Center for kids of all abilities.
Corn & Pumpkin Weekend
Farmpark's harvest weekend with corn and pumpkin activities and attractions.
Harvest Festival
Annual autumn festival at historic Hale Farm & Village with harvest activities & traditions.
Descendant’s Day
Educational family event celebrating descendants at historic Zoar Village.
Renaissance at the Garden
Step into history at an immersive Renaissance garden party in costume at Cleveland Botanical Garden.
Akron Zips Mens Soccer vs. Syracuse University Mens Soccer
Watch college soccer as Akron Zips take on Syracuse at FirstEnergy Stadium.
Boo at the Zoo
Trick-or-treat at Akron Zoo with Halloween festivities and animal encounters.
Foster The People: Good Mourning Sunshine Tour
Foster The People's Good Mourning Sunshine Tour at Blossom Music Center.
Adaptive Fishing with Rec2Connect
Adaptive fishing program for children with special needs at Garfield Park.
Enchanted Forest
Magical autumn forest experience with themed trails and seasonal enchantment.
Ghost Tour Dinners
Ghost tour with dinner at historic Zoar Village.
Halloween Drive-Thru
Spooky drive-through Halloween fun at Farmpark with family-friendly scares and attractions.
The Chillicothe Halloween Festival
Chillicothe's Halloween festival features festive activities and fun for the whole family.
Ghost Tours
Spooky ghost tours at historic Zoar Village.
Akron Zips Football vs. Eastern Michigan Eagles Football
Cheer on the Akron Zips Football team vs. Eastern Michigan at InfoCision Stadium.
Old Brooklyn StreetFest
Community street festival celebrating the Old Brooklyn neighborhood with food, music & activities.
Photo Exploration Hike
Guided nature hike at Brecksville Reservation combining photography tips with scenic trails.
Spooky Pooch Parade
Pet-friendly Halloween parade in Madison Park—dress up your furry friend and march.
Akron Zips Mens Soccer vs. Creighton Blue Jays Mens Soccer
Watch Akron Zips college soccer take on Creighton at FirstEnergy Stadium.
Self-Guided: Spooky Scavenger Hunt
Self-guided spooky scavenger hunt at LP Nature Center—perfect fall fun.
Birding by the Canal
Guided bird-watching hike by the canal at TT Clinton Trailhead.
Homeschoolers: Natural Connections
Homeschool nature program exploring natural connections at LP Nature Center.
Spree With Me: Fall Foliage
Hike to see fall foliage and wildlife at Tuscarawas Meadows Area.
Zoothing Boo
Sensory-friendlyCalm Halloween celebrations at Akron Zoo blending relaxation with festive animal fun.
Oktoberfest Fall Festival
German-American fall festival with food, music, and cultural celebrations at Donauschwaben Cultural Center.
Hale Farm Homeschool Day
Homeschool day at Hale Farm & Village with hands-on history activities.
Nightmare on Front Street
Halloween-themed street celebration in downtown Cuyahoga Falls.
Trick or Treat Trail
Halloween trick-or-treat experience through a scenic park trail.
Young Birders: Wonderful Woodpeckers
Young birders learn about woodpeckers on the Downy Loop Trail in Hudson.
Spree With Me: Natural History
Nature hike with natural history focus at SR/Wadsworth Area.
Cleveland Browns vs. Baltimore Ravens
Watch the Cleveland Browns take on the Baltimore Ravens at Huntington Bank Field.
Carver's Pond Hike
Guided morning bird-watching hike through fall foliage at Holden Arboretum's conservation area.
Bark After Dark
Evening zoo event for dog lovers to explore Akron Zoo after dark.
Homeschoolers Outdoor Education
Outdoor nature education program for homeschoolers at Oenslager Nature Center.
All Forward CONNECTIONS: Hike @ Girl Scouts’ Camp Ledgewood & Discover STEM
Girl Scout STEM hike in Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Bootanical Bash
Halloween fun with costume dress-up, trick-or-treat trail, games, and crafts for all ages.
Spree With Me: Nature Saunter
Guided nature walk at Summit Metro Parks' Brushwood Area.
Akron Zips Mens Soccer vs. Xavier Musketeers Mens Soccer
College soccer spectator match — cheer on the Akron Zips.
Truck-or-Treat
Trick-or-treat with emergency vehicles at Summit Metro Parks.
Kent State Golden Flashes Football vs. Akron Zips Football
Kent State Golden Flashes Football vs. Akron Zips Football at Dix Stadium
Truck-or-Treat
Free family event: explore park trucks and collect treats at this touch-a-truck celebration.
Fright Night
Spooky Halloween-themed evening event at Akron Zoo with scares and thrills.
Brumation Nation
Learn about animal hibernation at Tuscarawas Meadows Area.
Hawks, Owls and Eagles…Oh My!
Nature education program about raptors at Summit Metro Parks' Nature Center.
Spree With Me: Hike & Campfire
Guided hike & campfire experience in Akron's Summit Metro Parks.
Spree With Me: Howl-O-Ween at the Moon
Halloween-themed family hike with moon-watching at Summit Metro Parks.
Kinderealm: Mimicry and Camo
Nature education on animal mimicry and camouflage at SLNC.
Election Day
Election Day celebration at Akron Zoo.
Spooky Species Spotlight
Spooky wildlife education at Summit Metro Parks for Halloween season.
Truck-or-Treat
Trick-or-treat at firetrucks & emergency vehicles—Halloween fun for all ages.
Photos With Santa
Holiday photo op with Santa in Avon—capture festive family memories with a seasonal favorite.
Fabulous Fungi
Nature-education program exploring fungi at a Summit Metro Parks location.
Hiking Spree Shield Assistance
Guided hiking event with Shield Assistance program at Summit Metro Parks.
Spree With Me: Nuthatch Trail
Guided nature hike along Nuthatch Trail for families and all ages.
Self-Guided: History of the Realm
Self-guided nature walk exploring the history of a local nature preserve.
Akron Zips Football vs. Ohio Bobcats Football
Akron Zips Football vs. Ohio Bobcats Football at InfoCision Stadium - Summa Field
Kinderealm: Fox & Coyote
Kids' nature education program about foxes and coyotes in the wild.
Winter Community Science
Explore winter nature and science at Summit Metro Parks' outdoor education center.
Veterans' Appreciation Days
Honor veterans while exploring the Akron Zoo with special appreciation pricing or programs.
Spree with Me: Owl Prowl
Guided night hike to spot owls at SC Big Oak Area, Norton.
Shop-a-Holidays
Holiday shopping and zoo visit combined—browse vendors while exploring the Akron Zoo.
Hiking Spree Shield Assistance
Guided hiking experience at FASN/Nature Realm—explore trails and natural wonders.
Bird Nerds: Wild Turkey
Nature education program about wild turkeys at FASN Visitors Center.
Smells Like Snow Coffee Festival
Winter coffee festival at Lock 3 park featuring local roasters and seasonal treats for the whole family.
2026 Annaul Buckeye Alpaca Show
Meet and see alpacas at the Buckeye Alpaca Fall Fest at Summit County Fairgrounds.
Royal Princess Brunch
Meet princess characters at a royal-themed brunch at Akron Zoo.
Eye Spy & Campfire
Evening nature scavenger hunt and campfire gathering for all ages.
Akron Zips Football vs. Western Michigan Broncos Football
Akron Zips college football game at InfoCision Stadium.
Family Flashlight Walk
Evening nature walk with flashlights at Munroe Falls lake area.
Creatures of the Night
Evening nocturnal-wildlife program at Bath Nature Preserve, Akron.
Spree with Me: Scavenger Hunt
Outdoor nature scavenger hunt at CV Valley View Area, Akron.
Akron Children's Hospital Tree Festival
Long-running holiday festival at Akron Zoo with festive lights, tree shopping, and family activities.
Annual March-In
Historical reenactment and museum program at Fort Laurens.
Autumn in the Prairie
Seasonal prairie walk exploring fall wildflowers and habitats.
2026 Chagrin Falls Fall Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show
Fall art and craft show at Sun Valley in Chagrin Falls with handmade goods and local artisans.
Young Birders: Clever Corvids
Learn about crows and ravens on a guided nature walk at GYH/Pioneer Area.
Feed the Chickadees
Feed chickadees and observe birds at FASN Campfire Area, Akron.
Winter Village Market
Festive woodland holiday market with local artisans, holiday shopping, and seasonal cheer.
Wild Lights
Stroll through glowing holiday lights at the Akron Zoo through late December.
Geology of the Ledges
Discover the rock formations and geological history of the Ledges on a nature center hike.
Spree With Me: Firestone History Hike
Hike through Firestone History as you explore natural and cultural heritage.
History of the American Forest
Learn how forests have shaped American history on a guided nature center walk.
Kent State Golden Flashes Football vs. Miami of Ohio Redhawks Football
Kent State Golden Flashes Football vs. Miami of Ohio at Dix Stadium.
Homeschoolers: Park Careers
Explore careers in park management and nature education with a homeschool field visit.
Leave the Leaves Hike
Guided nature hike exploring fall foliage and ecosystem at FASN/Nature Realm.
Waterfowl in the Fall
Spot ducks, geese, and other waterfowl as they migrate through Ohio in fall.
Spree With Me: The Gift of Oaks
All-ages nature hike celebrating the importance of oak trees in the ecosystem.
More events outside the Cleveland area
6 events farther afield.
Step into Autism Walk, Fundraiser, & Resource Fair
Sensory-friendlyAutism awareness walk, fundraiser, and resource fair for families seeking support.
Atwood Area Fall Festival
Atwood Area Fall Festival at Atwood Lake Campgrounds.
Three Sisters Intertribal Pow Wow
Three Sisters Intertribal Pow Wow celebrating Native American culture and traditions.
Algonquin Mill Fall Festival
Fall festival at Algonquin Mill Complex in Carrollton.
Holmes County Antique Festival
Antique festival in downtown Millersburg.
Homeschool Day at Ramseyer Farms
Homeschool field day at Ramseyer Farms exploring animals and farm life.
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