Outdoor things to do with kids in Toledo
Get the kids outside. Here are the outdoor family events happening around Toledo right now.
Pomeroy Sternwheel Riverfest
Riverside celebration of historic sternwheel boats with live music, food, and family activities.
Brooks & Dunn: Neon Moon Tour 2026
Country legends Brooks & Dunn bring the Neon Moon Tour to Pine Knob in summer 2026.
Full Harvest Moon Walk
Guided full moon walk in fall at a native plant preserve—nature, moon-gazing, and learning.
River of Arts Festival
River of Arts Festival in Fremont—community arts celebration with something for all ages.
Ravenna Balloon A-fair
Hot-air balloons, rides & family fun at the Randolph Portage County Fairgrounds.
BGSU Marching Band Performance on the Lawn
Watch BGSU's acclaimed Falcon Marching Band kick off Homecoming with a free lawn performance.
This Land Is Your Land - Exploring America's Public Lands
Guided nature experience exploring America's public lands at W.W. Knight Nature Preserve.
10th Anniversary of Middlegrounds: History Tour (All Ages)
Celebrate Middlegrounds Metropark's 10th anniversary with a guided history tour.
Detroit Tigers vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
Detroit Tigers vs. Pittsburgh Pirates at Comerica Park
Luckey Fall Festival
Luckey Fall Festival with carnival games, food & community on Adams Street.
Geneva Grape Jamboree
Grape harvest celebration in downtown Geneva with wine, food, music.
Prairie Peddler Festival
Historic prairie festival in Butler with vintage crafts & vendors.
International Festival
Explore world cultures through international food, music & hands-on activities.
Detroit City FC vs. Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC
Detroit City FC soccer match at Keyworth Stadium—cheer on the home team.
Line Dancing at 419 Music Fest - Free Lessons before North of Nashville Concert
Free line-dancing lessons followed by a country concert at 419 Music Fest.
Bowling Green Falcons Football vs. South Florida Bulls Football
College football: Bowling Green Falcons battle South Florida Bulls at Doyt Perry Stadium.
Homecoming Fireworks
Post-game fireworks spectacular lighting up Doyt Perry Stadium after Bowling Green Homecoming.
Red Bird Fine Art Fair
Juried outdoor art fair at Levis Commons with local artists and crafts.
Twin Acres Campground Craft & Vendor Show
Craft and vendor show at Twin Acres Campground with local makers and handmade goods.
Hispanic Heritage Festival
Celebration of Hispanic heritage and culture with food, music, and community spirit.
River of Arts Festival
Arts festival on South Arch Street in Fremont celebrating local and regional creativity.
Eastern Michigan Eagles Football vs. Lindenwood Lions Football
College football: Eastern Michigan Eagles face Lindenwood Lions at Rynearson Stadium.
419 Music Fest 2026
One-day music and food festival on Toledo's riverfront with local and regional acts.
Fort Meigs After Dark Lantern Tour
Atmospheric nighttime lantern tour through historic Fort Meigs landmark.
Oakland University Men's Soccer vs. Indiana University Men's Soccer
Oakland University Men's Soccer vs. Indiana University Men's Soccer at Oakland Soccer Field
8th Annual 419 Music Fest
Free annual music festival at Promenade Park in downtown Toledo.
Oktoberfest 2026
Family-friendly fall festival celebrating Oktoberfest traditions at Oak Shade Grove.
Blacksmithing 101
Learn traditional blacksmithing craft at Providence Metropark.
Bands for Bulldogs
Live band performance supporting local cause in Rossford.
Toledo TOPSoccer
Free, inclusive soccer program in Maumee for athletes of all abilities.
Detroit Lions vs. New York Jets
Detroit Lions face the New York Jets at Ford Field.
Try it! 3D Archery (Adults and 5+)
First-time archery experience at Metroparks featuring a 3D course with life-sized targets.
Metroparks Kids Hiking Club: By Kids For Kids (All Ages, Dog Friendly)
Easy kid-led hiking club where children guide the adventure on a short nature trail.
Bookmobile Visit | Luther Woods
Mobile library brings books & programs directly to Luther Woods neighborhood.
Pearson Forest School (Ages 3-6)
Pearson Forest School (Ages 3–6)—four-week outdoor nature class for curious learners.
Nature at Night: All About Owls (Adults and 8+)
Nature at Night: All About Owls—learn nocturnal secrets on a guided park hike.
Bleachers Forever
Bleachers Forever plays the Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill in Sterling Heights.
Oak Openings Kids Club (Ages 8-12)
After-school outdoor adventure club: fishing, tree climbing & more at Oak Openings Preserve.
Uptown Maumee Farmer’s Market
Weekly farmers market in historic Maumee with 30+ local vendors and fresh local goods.
Oakland University Women's Soccer vs. Youngstown State Women's Soccer
Oakland University Women's Soccer vs. Youngstown State Women's Soccer at Oakland Soccer Field
Scarecrow Contest & Workshop
Design & build scarecrows at Carter Historic Farm's fall contest & workshop.
Lunch at Levis
All-ages community lunch at Levis Square Park in Toledo's Central District.
UniverSoul Circus
World-class circus with acrobats, animals, and specialty acts for the whole family.
Haunted Waterville Tours
Guided ghost tours through Waterville's haunted history and paranormal legends.
October Star Party
Stargazing event with Toledo Astronomical Association at Sylvan Prairie Park.
Levitt BLOC Toledo Music Series
Free outdoor music series bringing live concerts to four Toledo parks all summer.
Ohio Gourd Show
Whimsical autumn gourd displays spark creativity & seasonal celebration.
Beaver Oktoberfest
Traditional Oktoberfest with festive food, live music & family activities downtown.
Spooky House
Family-friendly haunted house at historic Cooke-Kuhlman House in Sylvania every Friday in October.
Oastober Fest!
Family Oktoberfest celebration at Twin Oast Brewing with food, games & festive fun.
Apple Stir Festival
Pick fresh apples, sip warm cider, and enjoy fall activities at MacQueen Orchards.
Woosterfest
Downtown community festival with seasonal celebration & family activities.
Red Bird First Friday: Witches Walk + Artsy Pumpkins
Halloween-themed First Friday with witch walks and pumpkin art in downtown Sylvania.
ZOOtoberfest
Oktoberfest-themed fall festival at Toledo Zoo with seasonal fun and animal encounters.
Star Parties
Look through telescopes with the Toledo Astronomical Association at Sylvan Prairie Park.
Swanton Block Party
Community block party bringing downtown Swanton together with food, fun, and local businesses.
Howl at the Moon: Dueling Pianos Scholarship Fundraiser
Dueling-piano concert fundraiser supporting high-school choir performers in Sylvania.
Glass City Fall Festival (All Ages)
Free fall festival with pumpkin patch, canoeing, and campfire at Glass City Metropark.
Davis-Besse Community Day and Car Show
Car show with games and family activities celebrating the Davis-Besse community.
Dan + Shay: The Young Tour
Country duo Dan + Shay perform at Pine Knob Music Theatre.
Witches Paddle: A Spooktacular, Halloween SUP Paddle (All Ages)
Paddle in Halloween costumes on a spooky SUP adventure at Glass City Metropark.
Stars, Stripes and Speed Fest at Toledo Speedway
High-octane racing spectacle featuring USAC Silver Crown Championship and national drivers.
Detroit City FC vs. Birmingham Legion FC
Professional soccer match: Detroit City FC takes on Birmingham Legion FC.
MacQueen's Apple Butter Festival
Apple butter festival in Holland celebrating local harvest traditions.
Metroparks Kids Hiking Club: By Kids For Kids (All Ages, Dog Friendly)
Kid-led hiking adventure at Blue Creek Metropark with peer leaders on a short trail.
Try It! Youth Fishing Programs (Ages 17 & Under)
Free youth fishing programs for ages 17 & under at Cannonball Prairie Metropark.
Woollybear Festival
Quirky fall festival celebrating woollybear caterpillars with games and activities downtown.
Rhythm on the River
Evening of live music by the riverside at Wright Pavilion with scenic Grand Rapids views.
Toledo Roadrunners Officers' Fall Bash
Fun Run 5K, food, and celebration with the Toledo Roadrunners running club.
Country Garden Club of Perrysburg 39th Annual Trunk Show
39th annual trunk show featuring 20+ vendors with proceeds benefiting local community projects.
Bookmobile in Northwood at Eden East
Mobile library service bringing books & materials to Bowling Green on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday.
Oakland University Men's Soccer vs. University of Wisconsin Green Bay - Men's Soccer
Watch Oakland University Men's Soccer face Wisconsin Green Bay at Oakland Soccer Field.
Toddler Trails (Ages 0-3)
Sensory-friendlyMulti-sensory nature exploration for toddlers at Wildwood Preserve Metropark.
Bookmobile Visit | Assured Health Services Thrive Center
Mobile library brings books, storytimes & programs to your neighborhood.
U at the Zoo
Zoo visit with Toledo U programming—explore wildlife and campus activities.
S.O.A.R Haunted Trail a Maumee Bay State Park
Inclusive haunted trail at Maumee Bay State Park celebrating Halloween as a community.
Oak Harbor Apple Festival
Fall apple festival with cider, crafts & local vendors in downtown Oak Harbor.
Brigade Napoleon - European Reenactment
Live European military reenactment at historic Fort Meigs in Perrysburg.
Oktoberfest Weekend at Put-in-bay
Family-friendly Oktoberfest with music, food & lakeside fun at DeRivera Park.
Swayne Field Pop-Up Produce Market: Saturday Market
Weekly Saturday farmers market at Swayne Field with fresh local produce.
Put-in-Bay Island Traditional Oktoberfest
Traditional Oktoberfest celebration on Put-in-Bay Island with fall festivities.
Grand Rapids Applebutter Fest
Celebrate local apples, fresh cider, and fall traditions at downtown Grand Rapids.
Brigade Napoleon
Napoleonic military reenactment and living history at Fort Meigs.
Cars & Coffee
Car enthusiasts gather to showcase vehicles and enjoy coffee.
Bowling Green Falcons Football vs. Sacramento State Hornets Football
Catch college football at Doyt Perry Stadium as Bowling Green plays Sacramento State.
Nature at Night Fest
Free all-ages nocturnal nature festival with activities celebrating nighttime wildlife.
SOAR Halloween Events
Trunk or Treat and haunted trail—inclusive Halloween fun for families in Maumee.
Spooky Boardwalk
Trick-or-treat throughout a campus and explore an open barn at Sunshine Communities' Spooky Boardwalk.
Vermilion Valley Vineyards Fall Festival
Fall festival at vineyard with seasonal activities, food, and family-friendly entertainment.
Grand Rapids Apple Butter Fest
Cherished community tradition with historical reenactments, crafts, live music, food, and apple butter.
Metroparks Kids Hiking Club: By Kids For Kids (All Ages, Dog Friendly)
Kid-led hiking trail at Oak Openings with peer guides—a fun way kids lead kids.
Applebutter Fest
Apple butter festival in Grand Rapids with harvest foods & crafts.
History Half-Pints Fall Series
Explore local history through themed mini-lessons at Sylvania Historical Village this fall.
Metroparks Kids Hiking Club: By Kids For Kids (All Ages, Dog Friendly)
Kid-led 1.6-mile hike at Secor Metropark where 11-year-old Ivy guides the adventure.
Little Boo at the Toledo Zoo
Halloween fun at the Toledo Zoo with trick-or-treating, costumed characters & animals.
Summer Nights Farmers Market
Evening farmers market at the Millbury Firehall—fresh local produce and community fun.
BGSU Women's Soccer vs Toledo
Watch BGSU Women's Soccer face off against Toledo at Bowling Green State University.
Little Boo
Family Halloween fun at Toledo Zoo on Oct 15–16 with trick-or-treating and zoo animals.
Pumpkin Path
Stroll pumpkin-decorated zoo pathways in fall while spotting animals in their exhibits.
Art Loop Haunted Harvest Celebration
Halloween-themed festival in Toledo's Art Loop with spooky décor, hands-on activities & entertainment.
Flying Pig Arts Fest
Hands-on art festival where kids experiment with different creative media and techniques.
Garrison Ghost Walk
Spooky ghost walk through historic Fort Meigs with tales of the garrison.
Sylvania Fall Festival
Charming downtown autumn festival with local vendors, handmade crafts & live entertainment.
Bowling Green Falcons Football vs. Ball State Cardinals Football
College football: Bowling Green Falcons vs. Ball State Cardinals at Doyt Perry Stadium.
Eastern Michigan Eagles Football vs. Toledo Rockets Football
College football game: Eastern Michigan Eagles vs. Toledo Rockets at Rynearson Stadium.
Pumpkin Path
Fall-themed family activity at Toledo Zoo on Oct 17–18 — explore pumpkins and autumn fun.
Undead Revival Music Festival With Live Performances on Two Stages
Live music festival with performances on two stages at Ottawa County Fairgrounds.
Sylvania Fall Festival
Community fall festival in Sylvania with seasonal activities.
Nature & Board Games
Play board games outdoors in nature at Wildwood Preserve Metropark—free!
Lucas DD Trunk or Treat
Free trunk-or-treat event at Lucas County Board of DD—trick-or-treat in a welcoming, inclusive space.
Nature Rx: Campfire Cooking, Foil Dinners (All Ages) presented by Mercy Health
All-ages campfire cooking experience at Oak Openings—learn foil-dinner recipes and wellness tips.
Trunk or Treat presented by Cody Ickes Agency
Safe, well-supervised trunk-or-treat where costumed kids collect candy from decorated vehicles.
Let's Get Moving: Xtreme Hip Hop
High-energy hip-hop dance class for kids at Jamie Farr Park.
Pumpkin Stomp & Chomp
Smash pumpkins, enjoy fall treats & meet animals at Toledo Zoo's Halloween celebration.
Weekend of Kindness at Wheeler Corn Maze
Navigate corn mazes, ride hayrides & enjoy harvest activities at Wheeler Farms.
Fall Festival: Truck or Treat at The Shops of Fallen Timbers
Safe, modern truck-or-treat where costumed kids collect candy from decorated vehicles.
1st Annual Trunk or Treat presented by Kiddie Kollege Childcare
Safe, supervised trunk-or-treat at Kiddie Kollege Childcare where costumed kids collect treats.
Halloween Boo Bash at the Bay
Halloween festivities and fun at Put-In-Bay's Boo Bash celebration.
Halloween at the Bay
Halloween-themed island festival with costumes, decorations, and family activities.
Camp Miakonda Halloween Party
Spooky Halloween party with haunted attractions, games, hayride, inflatables, and trick-or-treating.
Eerie Manor Programs
Haunted mansion tours and ghostly adventures at historic Wildwood Preserve Manor House.
Trunk or Treat
Family Halloween celebration with costumes, candy, & trunk-or-treat fun.
Inclusive Trunk or Treat
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly Trunk or Treat in Bowling Green with costumes, candy, and a calm-focused experience.
Boo-To-Do Downtown Waterville Halloween
Downtown street party with costumes, games & interactive Halloween fun.
Toledo Farmers' Market
Year-round farmers market with fresh local produce, crafts, and family browsing.
Boo on the Boat
Trick-or-treat aboard a historic ship while learning maritime history.
2nd Annual Family Tyes Riders Halloween Block Party
Neighborhood Halloween block party celebrating costumes & community spirit.
Twilight Flow: Halloween at the Museum
After-dark Halloween fun at Toledo Zoo with special attractions and ambiance.
Cyanotype Prints
Blend art and science making blue sun-prints using chemistry and sunlight.
Eastern Michigan Eagles Football vs. Central Michigan Chippewas Football
College football game: Eastern Michigan Eagles vs. Central Michigan Chippewas.
Bookmobile Visit | Byrne Hill Manufactured Home Community
Bookmobile brings books & library programs to your neighborhood community.
Let's Get Moving: Line Dance
Community line-dancing class at Walbridge Park—a fun, easy way to move together as a family.
Sounds of the Stadium
The BGSU Falcon Marching Band performs an exciting show of halftime favorites and stadium classics.
Bowling Green State University Football vs Kent State
BGSU Falcons football vs Kent State with special Founders Day celebration activities.
Bowling Green Falcons Football vs. Kent State Golden Flashes Football
College football game featuring Bowling Green Falcons vs. Kent State.
Warther's Christmas Tree Festival
Beautifully decorated Christmas trees and festive holiday displays in a museum garden setting.
Nature Rx: Hiker Fest, Riverwalk Edition, presented by Mercy Health
Fall hiking festival at Glass City Metropark with wellness activities for the whole family.
More events outside the Toledo area
8 events farther afield.
Oktoberfest Findlay
Traditional fall Oktoberfest with seasonal food, live entertainment, and family festivities.
Michigan Wolverines Football vs. Iowa Hawkeyes Football
College football spectacle: Michigan Wolverines take on Iowa at iconic Michigan Stadium.
Michigan Wolverines Mens Soccer vs. Oakland Golden Grizzlies Mens Soccer
Watch college soccer: Michigan Wolverines vs. Oakland Golden Grizzlies.
Fall on the Farm
Explore heritage fall crafts and seasonal demos at this living-history museum.
Lakeside-Marblehead Lighthouse Festival
Guided tours of Marblehead Lighthouse & Lake Erie shoreline exploring maritime history.
Michigan Wolverines Football vs. Penn State Nittany Lions Football
Major college football: Michigan Wolverines vs. Penn State at Michigan Stadium.
Michigan Wolverines Football vs. Indiana Hoosiers Football
Big Ten college football — watch Michigan Wolverines vs. Indiana at Michigan Stadium.
Michigan Wolverines Football vs. Michigan State Spartans Football
Big Ten college football showdown between Michigan and Michigan State.
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.