Outdoor things to do with kids in Toledo
Get the kids outside. Here are the outdoor family events happening around Toledo right now.
Florence Y'alls vs. Evansville Otters
Florence Y'alls vs. Evansville Otters at Thomas More Stadium
Lake County Captains vs. Fort Wayne TinCaps
Minor-league baseball: Lake County Captains vs. Fort Wayne TinCaps at Classic Park.
Mutts & Motors Summer Fest
Pet-friendly summer festival celebrating cars & animal lovers.
America 250: The Next Chapter -FREE Concert
Free outdoor concert celebrating America's heritage in Crestwood.
St. Paul Saints vs Louisville Bats
Watch the Louisville Bats minor-league baseball team at slugger field.
Day At The Races
Thrilling day at the races at historic Churchill Downs.
Louisville Chorus "Fanfare for Freedom"
Louisville Chorus performs 'Fanfare for Freedom' in Crestwood.
Blackacre: Historic House Tour
Tour a historic homestead and nature preserve.
Wild Lights at the Louisville Zoo
Magical nighttime light displays at the Louisville Zoo.
St. Paul Saints at Louisville Bats
Minor-league baseball game: St. Paul Saints vs. Louisville Bats.
Ashland Balloonfest
Hot-air balloons light up the sky at this Ashland classic.
Pyrate Festival
Family-friendly pirate-themed festival at Put-in-Bay.
Antony and Cleopatra
Shakespeare's 'Antony and Cleopatra' free at Central Park's amphitheater.
Rick Bell Historic Walking Tours
Learn Louisville's history on a guided walking tour at the Waterfront.
Art at the Falls - Fossil Impressions
Hands-on fossil art workshop at scenic Falls of the Ohio State Park.
The Guess Who: Takin' It Back Tour 2026
Classic rock legends The Guess Who perform at Blossom Music Center.
Falls of the Ohio State Park: Fossil Bed Discovery Hike
Guided fossil discovery hike at Falls of the Ohio State Park.
See a Drive In Movie at the Sauerbeck Family Drive-In
Classic drive-in movie experience at Sauerbeck Family Drive-In.
Detroit Tigers vs. Houston Astros
Detroit Tigers vs. Houston Astros at Comerica Park
Cleveland Guardians vs Seattle Mariners: Kids Fun Day
Cleveland Guardians game with special Kids Fun Day activities at Progressive Field.
Family Cinema: Hoppers
Family-friendly outdoor cinema showing in New Albany.
"Stained Glass" Dino Art
Create dinosaur-themed stained glass art in Elizabethtown.
4-H Rabbit Workshop & Meat Pen Rabbit Tattooing
Learn rabbit care & tattooing techniques at this 4-H workshop.
Full “Strawberry” Moon Night Hike
Explore Bernheim Arboretum under the full moon on a guided night hike.
How to Train Your Dragon presented by Monticello Bank
Free family screening of How to Train Your Dragon at Iroquois Amphitheater.
Find Local Farmers Markets in our Guide!
Local farmers markets across Louisville—fresh food and family fun.
Cleveland Guardians vs. Texas Rangers
Watch the Cleveland Guardians take on Texas Rangers at Progressive Field.
More events outside the Louisville area
331 events farther afield.
Art in the Park: Terrarium Building
Build a living terrarium in this hands-on outdoor art activity.
Final Sunday - June Dances of Universal Peace
Community dance celebration on Massachusetts Street in Lawrence.
Outlaw Country Warren County Fairgrounds
Outlaw Country festival at Warren County Fairgrounds—family-friendly music.
MADISONVILLE BRADY BLOCK PARTY
Madisonville Brady Block Party—community celebration with fun for all ages.
Concerts in the Park: Heritage Philharmonic
Free outdoor concert series featuring Heritage Philharmonic in Blue Springs.
Concert in the Park at City Hall Lawn
Free concert in the park at Loveland City Hall Lawn.
Outlaw Country Concert!
Outlaw Country Concert at Warren County Fairgrounds in Lebanon.
FC Cincinnati 2 vs Inter Miami CF II
Watch FC Cincinnati 2 take on Inter Miami CF II at NKU Soccer Stadium.
Music in the Garden: Free Series presented by OTENA
Free outdoor music series in a garden setting—ideal for families.
HAC Summer Concert Series- John Henry and the Rainmakers
Free summer concert series in Hilliard featuring live music.
2026 Waterford at Levis Commons Summer Fest!
Waterford Summer Fest at Levis Commons in Perrysburg—family festivities.
Summer Busy Bee Puzzle Swap
Puzzle swap event in Olathe—trade and discover new games.
Swing & Soul Live Music & Dance Party
Live music and dance party celebrating swing & soul.
Rainbows and Riddim
Family-friendly festival on Grand Boulevard in Kansas City.
Patriotic Pops presented by the City of Blue Springs
Patriotic Pops concert by the City of Blue Springs—all-ages.
Jeepite & Roll
Jeepite & Roll festival—family vehicle celebration with music & fun.
Global Frequencies Music Festival
Global Frequencies Music Festival in Bonner Springs.
Sunday Jayhawk Jukebox ft. the Nic Weaver Quintet
Jayhawk Jukebox concert with Nic Weaver Quintet in Lawrence.
WALKIN’ THE LINE - LIBERTY MO
Country music celebration in Liberty, Missouri.
DIRECTORS CUT LIVE SHOW
Live theater performance in Belton.
Pendleton Fiber Arts
Fiber arts festival featuring local artisans and crafts.
Summer Concert No. 4 "Movie Night"
Family-friendly outdoor concert "Movie Night" in Overland Park.
Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders vs Indianapolis Indians
Minor-league baseball game at Victory Field.
School of Moses Info Night and free cookout!
Free cookout with school info night in Carmel.
Dog Man - 2 p.m., Sunday, June 28; and 10 a.m., Tuesday, June 30
Outdoor theater performance of the kids' graphic novel 'Dog Man' in Franklin.
Night of Fireworks
Night of Fireworks in Whiteland—classic summer celebration for the whole family.
Krazy Kansas City (MO) Scavenger Hunt
Downtown Kansas City scavenger hunt exploring local spots.
Early Member Mornings
Members-only early-morning zoo visits—beat the crowds at Columbus Zoo.
PIG-Casso painting party
Paint with pigs at this quirky, interactive art experience in Mount Sterling.
Concerts in the Park
Free outdoor concerts at Bowling Green City Park.
Fort Wayne TinCaps at Lake County Captains
Minor-league baseball: Fort Wayne TinCaps at Lake County Captains.
Indie Green June Market
Local artisans & eco-friendly vendors at South Euclid's green market.
Weenie Wars 2026
Weenie Wars festival in Morrow.
Old School Groove at Comfest
Live music at Columbus's Comfest community arts festival.
2026 Ohio Brass Arts Festival
Brass instruments and music celebration at the Ohio Brass Arts Festival in Gahanna.
KOI Drag Racing at The Hamilton County Ohio Fair on Sunday June The 28th
KOI Drag Racing at Hamilton County Ohio Fair on June 28th.
Columbus Symphony at the Scioto Mile
Free Columbus Symphony concert at scenic Scioto Mile.
Kayak & U-Pick Flowers – GardenView
Kayak paddling and pick-your-own flowers at GardenView.
Summer grill out
Summer community grill-out in Mount Orab—food and fun for the whole family.
Burgers & Baptisms
Family-friendly church gathering with food and celebration in Hilliard.
Sunset and City Lights Cruise on the Sandpiper
Evening cruise on the Sandpiper with sunset and city views.
Get Healthy Franklin County Resource Pop-Up
Health and wellness resource fair for the whole family.
Bobby Floyd Trio - FREE Soul Sunday Show
Free soul music show on King Avenue—family-friendly Sunday concert.
Funky Sunday ft. Buckeye Funk Band (ComFest AfterParty!)
Live funk music celebration featuring Buckeye Funk Band.
Brave Life Summer Art Workshop: Transformation Through Art & Connection with God
Summer art workshop exploring creativity and spirituality.
PLAY @ Madison Square: Slide & Climb Into Summer
Outdoor play area with slides and climbing for summer fun.
Whey Jennings and Richard Lynch Band
Live country music at Warren County Fairgrounds—a fun outing for music-loving teens.
West Michigan Whitecaps at Dayton Dragons
Minor-league baseball: West Michigan Whitecaps at Dayton Dragons — family spectator fun.
Lighthouse Cruise on the Glass City Pearl
Scenic lighthouse cruise on the Glass City Pearl.
Summer Sundays at Stradley
Summer family entertainment series at Stradley—perfect for outdoor fun with kids.
Space Mission at Little Diggers Fairview Park
Space-themed play experience at Little Diggers Fairview Park in Cleveland.
Alligator Chat
Zookeeper chat about alligators and crocodiles at Indianapolis Zoo.
Grand Haven Musical Fountain
Iconic synchronized fountain show with music and lights—a Grand Haven summer tradition.
2026 Around The World Downtown Scavenger Hunt
Downtown scavenger hunt with an around-the-world theme—explore Grand Rapids while solving clues.
The National Bank of Indianapolis Summer Nights Film Series
Summer outdoor film series at Newfields' Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park.
Garden & Tree Tour
Free guided garden and tree tour at Swaim Park.
Stroll the Street—Downtown Rossford
Street festival in downtown Rossford with family-friendly activities.
Feed a Flamingo
Interactive animal experience—feed flamingos at Indianapolis Zoo's Flights of Fancy.
Summer Meet Up for Special Needs Families
Welcoming summer gathering for families with special-needs children at Allendale Park.
Concert in the Park at City Hall Lawn
Live outdoor concert at City Hall Lawn—free family fun.
Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders at Indianapolis Indians
Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders at Indianapolis Indians at Victory Field
Dayton Dragons vs. West Michigan Whitecaps
Dayton Dragons vs. West Michigan Whitecaps at Day Air Ballpark
ICAN at Indianapolis Indians Game
ICAN at Indianapolis Indians Game—minor-league baseball spectator fun for the whole family.
Sammi & Culley @ Lion’s Club Concerts in the Park
Sammi & Culley perform at Lion's Club Concerts in the Park in Pendleton.
Fort Wayne TinCaps vs Lake County Captains
Minor-league baseball game at Classic Park—great family outing in Eastlake.
KWE Lite at Merwin's Wharf
Community event at Merwin's Wharf in Cleveland waterfront.
Show Tunes Sunday – Cleveland, Ohio
Show Tunes Sunday celebrates Broadway favorites in an outdoor setting.
Easy Glistening Reunion Show at Whiskey Island
Live music reunion show at Whiskey Island in Cleveland.
Jazz on the Trail
Outdoor jazz festival on the trail in Akron—music and nature combined.
Seattle Mariners vs Cleveland Guardians
Mariners vs. Guardians at Progressive Field—classic baseball fun for the whole family.
Food Is Medicine Mobile Activation!
Community activation celebrating food and wellness on East 119th Street.
Create at Cascade: Paint on the Plaza
Paint on the plaza at Cascade — outdoor community art for all ages.
Carlie Conner Live
Carlie Conner live music at Mill Street in Olmsted Falls.
Live Music with The Jim & Eroc Classic Rock Show
Jim & Eroc Classic Rock Show in Valley City — live classic rock.
Takeover Sundays at Oakwood Park
Takeover Sundays at Oakwood Park in Lorain — community gathering.
24 Annual Gospel Fest Explosion 2026 Anniversary
24th Annual Gospel Fest Explosion in Cleveland — celebration of gospel music.
Open Deck
Open Deck in Cleveland — music or community event.
John McGrail
John McGrail live performance in Cleveland.
Red-White-Bleu BASH
Red-White-Bleu Bash in Cleveland — patriotic community festival.
Kent Car Club Sunday Meet
Kent Car Club Sunday Meet — car enthusiasts gather in Kent.
The Queen Bees - 2026 Summer Concert Series
The Queen Bees Summer Concert Series in North Olmsted.
GloryWay Concert
GloryWay concert in Cuyahoga Falls.
11th Annual Taste of Pepper Pike 2026
11th Annual Taste of Pepper Pike — food and community festival.
Raptor Road Show! Ohio School of Falconry
Raptor Road Show from Ohio School of Falconry in Aurora — live raptors!
Terrace Nights at 1833 - Rick DeWitt Music
Rick DeWitt Music at Terrace Nights in Oberlin — classic rock.
C.C. Sabathia RedStixx Bobblehead | RedStixx Day & Family Fun Sunday
RedStixx bobblehead giveaway & family fun day at the ballpark in Eastlake.
Hip to That Instrumental (the boys) at Olmsted Falls Summer Concert
Free summer concert series in Olmsted Falls featuring instrumental music.
Hip to That Concert
Hip to That instrumental concert in Copley.
CLEVELAND Showcase: Winner Performs w/ Rob 49 On BnB Fest
Music festival on West 65th with live performances and emerging artists.
Summer Carillon Festival feat. Hunter Peterson
Live carillon music festival in Cleveland Heights.
Vintage Marketplace at the Falls I
Vintage treasures, antiques & collectibles at Olmsted Falls marketplace.
Ivan Kupala Festival
Ukrainian cultural celebration with crafts, food & traditions.
Mill Street June Makers' Market
Vintage vendors, artisans & crafts at the makers' market in Medina.
Leavenworth Locomotion, KS Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger hunt adventure through historic Leavenworth.
Tree Trek
Nature exploration hike at Summit Metro Parks' CV/Oxbow Area.
Bark at Breck
Dog-friendly park gathering at Breck Park—bring your pup and meet the neighborhood!
Bingo Sundays!
Family bingo game Sundays at Hometown Olathe Family Farm.
Nature at Night: Moth Lighting (All Ages)
Night adventure: see moths light up at Wildwood Preserve's Oak Grove School.
Concerts on the Green: Ladies of Longford
Free outdoor concert series at Worthington Village Green.
Concert on the Lawn- Reynoldsburg Community Band (Free Admission)
Free outdoor concert by Reynoldsburg Community Band at Livingston House.
Charlevoix Summer Art Show
Outdoor art show in Charlevoix featuring local artists and summer vibes.
Haus und Garten Tour
Guided home & garden tour through historic German Village.
ZOMburgers at Worship on the Waterfront (Colton Dixon)
Free outdoor concert with food trucks at Worship on the Waterfront.
Lakeshore Art Festival
Arts festival in Muskegon with local art vendors and creators.
Outdoor Gallery Concert: Handmade Moments
Live outdoor concert in scenic Saugatuck with handmade artistry.
Westward Road Live at Crestwood United Methodist Church - Free Concert
Free live concert at Crestwood United Methodist Church in Muskegon.
FREE Summer Classic Movie Series: Casablanca (1943)
Free outdoor classic film screening of Casablanca in Muskegon.
Strawberry Festival
Strawberry Festival in historic downtown Cedarburg.
Derby Night of Destruction @ LOF Grandstand
Demolition derby spectator event at Lake Odessa fairgrounds.
Ever Known at Rockford Praise In The Park
Live music at Rockford Praise In The Park community event.
Elephant Chat
Zookeeper-led elephant chat at Indianapolis Zoo's Tembo Camp in Plains.
Summer Concert Series
Free outdoor summer concerts in Westerville—perfect for families.
Sunday With The Symphony
Free symphony performance at Bicentennial Park.
June English Dance
Traditional English dance in Lawrence—community performance.
Free Gospel Festival Sponsored by Minutemen Pride and The Lafayette County Juneteenth Committee
Free Gospel Festival in Lexington celebrating Juneteenth—all-ages.
Fountain City Folk Chorus Concert
Community folk chorus concert in Kansas City.
Saline Fiddlers Philharmonic
Family-friendly fiddle music performance at scenic Castle Farms in Charlevoix.
American Flags Walk
Patriotic walking tour celebrating American flags in historic Marshall, MI.
RH Factor Jazz on the River 2026
RH Factor Jazz on the River 2026 at Gateway Clipper Fleet—river music event.
Saints On The Lake Festival (Racine, Wis)
Family-friendly faith festival in Racine with food & activities.
Bring Back the Love Cookout and Block Party
Community cookout and block party celebrating neighborhood connection.
Sunday Funday at The Factory
Family-friendly Sunday fun day at The Factory in Franklin.
WCCB Summer Concert at the Brentwood Library
Free summer concert at Brentwood Library—live music & community fun.
URGENT RAIN DATE ANNOUNCEMENT FOR FREEDOM250 - CELEBRATE AMERICA
Patriotic celebration of America in Mt. Juliet.
Gwinnett Stripers vs Nashville Sounds
Minor-league baseball game at First Horizon Park.
Wayne "The Train" Hancock Special Guest: Scott Southworth & The Honky Tonk Anonymous Band
Honky-tonk music performance on Broadway in Nashville.
Flye's Shaking It Like a Local
Local music event celebrating Nashville culture.
Dynamite Riderz Bike Night
Motorcycle bike night gathering in Nashville.
Summer Serenade
Outdoor summer concert in Franklin perfect for families.
Sing & Shop @ Ariat 5th & Broad
Sing and shop event at Ariat on Broadway.
Nashville Showcase
Nashville Showcase festival on Clinton Street with music, food, and family fun.
Hedaya Eid Festival
Hedaya Eid Festival celebrates Islamic culture with family activities.
Gwinnett Stripers at Nashville Sounds
Minor-league baseball: Gwinnett Stripers vs. Nashville Sounds at First Horizon Park.
Bring Back the Love Cookout and Block Party
Community cookout and block party at House of God Church with food and family gathering.
Scioto Mile Concert: Columbus Symphony
Columbus Symphony performs at scenic Bicentennial Park.
Art in the Park
Outdoor art celebration at Topiary Garden.
Sunday Funday with Live Music- Russ Dresden
Live music festival in West Bend.
Close Enuf Band at Lions Legend Park in Franklin
Live band performance at Lions Legend Park in Franklin.
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Themed community celebration with festive atmosphere.
Garrettsville Summerfest
Summer celebration with food, music & activities in Garrettsville.
HPHC Mini Holistic Fair - June 28, 2026
Community wellness fair with activities and vendors.
Bring your own tree with Andy Smith
Outdoor community event in River Hills.
Scales, Tales & Trails
Educational nature experience with scales, tales & trails at Penitentiary Glen.
Bhakti Festival
Spiritual and cultural festival with music and activities.
Cleburne Railroaders vs Milwaukee Milkmen
Minor-league baseball game to watch.
FreedomFest in West Bend
Community celebration with activities and entertainment.
Cold Sweat and the Brew City Horns at St Mary's (Waukesha) Festival
St. Mary's Festival with live music and community fun.
Gary SouthShore RailCats vs Lake Country DockHounds
Minor-league baseball game—fun for all ages.
Chicago Cubs vs Milwaukee Brewers
MLB game at American Family Field—classic family outing.
Cincinnati Reds vs Pittsburgh Pirates
Ruggapalooza Sunday presented by Blackseed Services
Ruggapalooza Sunday—family-friendly rugby event in Pittsburgh.
12 Annual Outdoor Salsa Party
12th Annual Outdoor Salsa Party—dance & music festival for the whole family.
2026 Summer Concert Series | Tito Puente, Jr. & Nestor Torres
Summer Concert Series at Hartwood Acres—Tito Puente Jr. & Nestor Torres.
THE VILLAGE BLOOM-Baby item giveaways, meal demos, food, meal kits
Baby giveaways, meal demos & food at this community event on Perrysville Ave.
Resurrection Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show
Classic cars, trucks, and motorcycles on display in Irwin.
AMERICAN GRAFFITI 🚗🎶 🇺🇸 Presented by Northwest Bank (America 250 Movies Series)
Classic Americana film screening at Butler's outdoor series.
TALL TREES AMPITHEATER 2026 Summer Music Series features CURTIS AND THE SHAKERZ
Curtis and the Shakerz perform at Tall Trees summer series.
Cincinnati Reds at Pittsburgh Pirates
Cincinnati Reds at Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park
Sunset Photo Safari
Guided photo safari at sunset in Braddock—capture nature & landscape together.
Visit The Little Nature Museum at Hawthorn Glen MKE
Explore nature exhibits at Hawthorn Glen Nature Center, free.
Seán Heely and Beth Patterson on the Hay Wagon Stage!
Seán Heely & Beth Patterson on the Hay Wagon Stage—outdoor festival music.
Homestand Themes – Lake Country DockHounds Home Game (Oconomowoc)
Lake Country DockHounds minor-league home game in Oconomowoc.
Chicago Cubs at Milwaukee Brewers
Chicago Cubs at Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field
Milwaukee Milkmen Home Game (Franklin)
Milwaukee Milkmen minor-league home game in Franklin.
Brown Bear Chat
Zookeeper-led chat about brown bears at Indianapolis Zoo's Forests habitat.
Milwaukee Milkmen Fundraiser
Minor-league baseball game with a fundraiser mission.
Sporting KC Soccer Capital Summer
Youth soccer camp led by Sporting KC at Children's Mercy Park.
Seattle Mariners at Cleveland Guardians
Seattle Mariners at Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field
Little Feat at Meijer Gardens
Classic rock band Little Feat performs at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park.
Houston Astros at Detroit Tigers
Houston Astros at Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park
CHIHULY at Meijer Gardens
Stunning glass sculpture exhibition at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park.
Soo Locks Engineer's Day Glamping Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours
Famous Soo Locks boat tour & Engineer's Day celebration in Sault Ste. Marie.
Fifth Third Bank Summer Concerts at Meijer Gardens: Lille Feat
Live music by Lille at Meijer Gardens Amphitheater summer series.
KidzFest
Family festival with activities & entertainment at Worlds of Fun.
Sunset & City Lights Cruise on the Sandpiper
Evening cruise on the Sandpiper with sunset views over Toledo's waterfront.
Mentor Marsh Guided Nature Hike: Wetland Wanderings
Guided nature walk through wetlands at Mentor Marsh—spot wildlife and learn ecosystem science.
Festival of Music – Choral
Family-friendly choral festival at Worlds of Fun amusement park.
Café Hollander Tosa Village Classic presented by Buckatabon, with Tour of America's Dairyland
Tosa Village Classic cycling event with America's Dairyland tour.
Music Under the Stars
Live music dinner show at Toledo Zoo & Aquarium—a special night under the stars.
Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit Cedarburg Art Museum: Dan Grunst
Outdoor sculpture exhibit at Cedarburg Art Museum.
Sunday Concert
Free outdoor concert in Parma—great family-friendly summer entertainment.
Art on Walnut
Art vendors and live creativity at City Market's outdoor art fair.
Lighthouse Cruise on the Glass City Pearl
Scenic lighthouse boat cruise on the Maumee River aboard the Glass City Pearl.
Jake & Coopers Dog Park Member Celebration
Dog park celebration for members and their pups—fun for dog-loving families.
Concerts in the Park - Heritage Philharmonic
Free outdoor concert by Heritage Philharmonic in Blue Springs—perfect for a family evening.
Concerts on the Green
Free outdoor concert series in downtown Worthington—great for families.
Vintage and Handmade Marketplace
Browse vintage and handmade goods at Grand Rapids Downtown Market.
Guided Nature Walks: Prairietown Garden Walk
Guided garden walk at Conner Prairie—explore nature with the whole family.
City Market's Farmers Market
Fresh local produce and farm goods at Kansas City's farmers market.
River Market Flea
Treasures and vintage finds at City Market's flea market.
GardenView U-Pick Flowers
Pick your own flowers at GardenView in Grand Rapids.
AudaTours Pittsburgh Audio Tour: Steel Giants and Cultural Gems of Downtown
Self-guided audio tour exploring Pittsburgh's steel history & cultural gems downtown.
Milwaukee Co Zoo Summer Exhibit: Powerful Pollinators
Summer exhibit on pollinating insects at Milwaukee County Zoo.
Milwaukee County Outdoor Pools, Splash Pads, & Wading Pools Open! Many Locations!
Free outdoor pools, splash pads & wading pools open at many Milwaukee County locations.
MKE Traveling Beer Garden: Locations Vary (All Have A Playground)
Family-friendly traveling beer garden with playgrounds across Milwaukee.
Teen Finger Painting
Sensory-friendlyFinger painting for teens—relaxed creative session.
Kindergarten Readiness Camp
Kindergarten prep camp—skills & confidence building for young learners.
Unmistakable Public Art Exhibition Walking Tour (2 of 2)
Free public art walking tour exploring Lawrence's public murals and installations.
Brain Octane
Brain Octane festival in Greenwood — fun for the whole family.
Mixed Media Sunflower
Mixed Media Sunflower art project in Fremont—interactive creativity for all ages.
2026 5K on the Fairway Drone Drop
5K fun run with a drone drop in Waterville—race and spectate for family fun!
Rec Jam!
Outdoor recreation jam session at Centennial Terrace in Sylvania.
Goals Fore Gracie
Golf fundraiser event in Grand Rapids.
PokePals Adventure Camp (6-9 yrs)
Pokémon-themed adventure camp for kids 6–9.
4H Fair Archery Tournament
4H Fair archery tournament in Rising Sun—compete and showcase skills at the fair.
Pop Up Art Class For Kids
Drop-in art class for kids—creative hands-on fun in Cincinnati.
Let's Get Moving: Walk with NAMI
Community walk at Trilby Park—family-friendly movement & mental health event.
Fairmoor Resource Fair and Fun Day 2026
Community resource fair and fun day at Fairmoor in Columbus.
N. Market Monet Mondays
Monet-inspired art Mondays at North Market Bridge Park in Dublin.
Paint it Forward: Paper Collage
Paper collage art workshop at North Market Bridge Park in Dublin.
Summer Bash 2026
Summer celebration with activities and entertainment for the whole family.
Tosa Pool at Hoyt Park Public Open Swim
Public open swim at Hoyt Park pool in Wauwatosa.
Full Moon Tour of the Octagon Earthwork
Nighttime tour of Octagon Earthwork under the full moon.
Summer Playgrounds – Milwaukee Recreations
Free summer playgrounds across Milwaukee for kids to explore and play.
Family Event
Family day at Columbus Zoo with animals, exhibits, and interactive experiences.
Kentwood Farmers Market
Weekly farmers market with fresh produce, crafts, and family fun.
Cincinnati Reds at Milwaukee Brewers
Cincinnati Reds at Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field
Pressed Flower Lanterns
Kids craft workshop making pressed-flower lanterns in Medina.
Texas Rangers vs Cleveland Guardians
Watch the Cleveland Guardians take on Texas Rangers at Progressive Field.
Concerts in the Park - Molly
Free outdoor concert featuring Molly in Wyoming.
Pizza In The Park: Ottawa County
Community pizza festival in Zeeland park.
Rockford Book Buss | Cannonsburg Village
Mobile library visit to Cannonsburg Village.
N-Pop Hunter Adventures (7-11 yrs)
Adventure camp for kids 7–11 exploring K-pop culture.
Live Fire Experience
Live fire demonstration at Rosa Parks Circle in Grand Rapids.
Allendale Jazz Orchestra Jazz Concert at the Allendale Band Shell
Jazz orchestra concert at Allendale Band Shell.
Concerts in the Park: LVNDR
Free outdoor concert in East Grand Rapids park.
DinoTrek at Nashville Zoo
Dinosaur-themed experience at Nashville Zoo.
Murfreesboro Movie Under the Stars
Free outdoor movie screening at Murfreesboro parks.
Dive-In Movie Night
Movie night at the pool — dive in at Summit Waves.
Matinee Movie Monday at Nashville Shores
Movie plus water park admission on Monday at Nashville Shores.
America the Beautiful: National Parks & Landmarks by Rail
Scenic rail tour of national parks and landmarks at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens.
Confident Kids
Kids & tweens build confidence through games & activities.
Bruce Amato's Magic Show!
Talented magician performs live tricks & illusions for all ages.
Brownsburg Lions Club July 4th Extravaganza
Brownsburg Lions Club July 4th celebration—free family fireworks and festivities.
Cincinnati Reds vs Milwaukee Brewers
Bike👏Camping👏Adventure👏🥳👉 Harrington Beach State Park👈🤠
Bike camping adventure at Harrington Beach State Park.
Aligned Energy Warriors 🌟 Ages 7-12
Kids' energy wellness activity for ages 7–12.
Movies In The Park at The Phoenix Park Bandshell (Delavan)
Free outdoor movie at Phoenix Park Bandshell in Delavan.
Family Movie: A Bug's Life
Outdoor family movie screening of A Bug's Life in Latrobe.
Dine & Donate BBQ Dinner at The Steel Plate
BBQ fundraiser dinner in Monessen — great for family giving back.
World Cup Knockout Game
World Cup knockout game experience in Pittsburgh.
Music Monday - James Tobin & The Dewey Decimators
Live music by James Tobin & The Dewey Decimators in Ambridge.
Summer Camp - Red, White & BOOM
Red, White & BOOM summer camp in Beaver with patriotic fun.
Desk or Porch Goose Workshop
DIY decorative goose craft workshop in Butler.
Once Upon a Forest
Nature-inspired forest storytelling at Zionsville Nature Center.
Bookmobile Visit | Lakewoods Senior Apartments
Bookmobile brings library books and programs to your neighborhood.
Texas Rangers at Cleveland Guardians
Texas Rangers at Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field
Dream Big: A Free Play and Literacy Experience
Free outdoor play and early literacy at Houseman Playground.
Bookmobile Visit | Reynolds Senior Village
Bookmobile brings library books and programs to your neighborhood.
Bookmobile Visit | Senior Centers Inc.
Bookmobile brings library books and programs to your neighborhood.
Bookmobile Visit | Robert Dorrell Manor
Bookmobile brings library services to Robert Dorrell Manor community.
Nature Camp for Kids at WW Knight Preserve
Kids discover nature & outdoor skills at WW Knight Preserve nature camp.
Bookmobile Visit | St. James Park
Bookmobile brings stories and books to St. James Park.
Good to know
- What outdoor activities are there for families in Toledo?
- Parks and trails, outdoor festivals, farmers markets, splash pads, and concerts in the park — this list shows what's on outdoors now.