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.
Ontario Fourth of July Festival
Amigo the Devil
Amigo the Devil at Skully's Music Diner
Farmers Market
Fresh produce & local vendors at Franklin Park Conservatory farmers market.
July Community Day
Community day at Franklin Park Conservatory—family time indoors & out.
Apiary Gatherings
Learn about bees & nature at Franklin Park Conservatory's apiary gatherings.
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London Strawberry Festival
Summer strawberry festival in downtown London with seasonal treats.
Bookmobile Visit | North Towne Village Apartments
Mobile library brings books and stories to North Towne Village.
King's Quest: Dungeons and Dragons
Kids and teens explore Dungeons & Dragons at King Road Library.
Kids Game Party
Kids play board games and video games together at Maumee Library.
Ashland Balloonfest
Hot-air balloon festival with rides, tethered flights & summer magic.
Babytime
Baby-friendly songs and storytime at Oregon Library.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
Free health screenings for kids at Mott Library.
Preschool Storytime
Stories and activities for preschoolers at King Road Library.
Magic the Gathering: Casual Game Hour
Casual Magic the Gathering gaming for kids and teens at Reynolds Corners.
Family Storytime
Stories for the whole family at Point Place Library.
Gamer's Station
Gaming hangout for kids and teens at Waterville Library.
Toddler Storytime
Storytime for toddlers at Sylvania Library.
Reading Buddies
Kids pair with reading buddies to build confidence at West Toledo Library.
Bookmobile Visit | Raintree Village
Mobile library brings books and stories to Raintree Village.
Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye 2026 Summer Series
Summer series celebrating Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye minor-league games.
Babytime
Songs, rhymes, and cuddles for babies at Waterville Library.
Pyrate Fest
Pirate-themed festival fun at DeRivera Park in Put-in-Bay.
Twisted Tie-Dye
Kids create colorful tie-dye art at Lagrange Library.
Teen Cocoa Club
Teens gather for hot cocoa and hangout time at Point Place Library.
Family Night Out!
Swimming fun and games for families at Goldfish Swim School.
Family Storytime
Stories for the whole family at Reynolds Corners Library.
Cultural Cooking Series
Kids explore global cuisines and cooking traditions at EatWell Café.
21st Annual Freedom Celebration
21st Annual Freedom Celebration homecoming festival in Holland.
Saddle Up: LakeFest Luau 2026
Saddle Up: LakeFest Luau 2026 at Diamondback Music Hall
Bookmobile Visit | Senior Centers Inc.
Library books and programs visit your neighborhood.
Tissue Paper Wreath
Tissue paper wreath craft at Waterville Library.
America’s Birthday Adventure – Preschool Story Time
Patriotic preschool storytime at Sauder Village's education center.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
Free mobile health screenings for kids at Heatherdowns Library.
Preschool Dance Party
Preschoolers dance and move to music at Heatherdowns Library.
Preschool Storytime
Stories and activities for preschoolers at Maumee Library.
Babytime
Songs, rhymes, and cuddles for babies at Sanger Library.
Crafters & Snackers
Crafts and snacks for kids at Sanger Library.
Be a Summer Read VolunTEEN
Teen volunteer opportunity with summer reading program at King Road Library.
Glovation Circus
Playful circus performance at Oregon Library.
Pajama Storytime
Pajama storytime for toddlers and preschoolers at Sylvania Library.
Family Storytime
Family storytime at Holland Library.
Bookmobile Visit | St. James Park
Bookmobile visit at St. James Park.
Seasonal Painting with Molly Miller
Kids paint seasonal artwork with instructor Molly Miller at West Toledo.
Van Gogh–Inspired Hot Air Balloon Collage with Molly Miller
Van Gogh-inspired hot air balloon collage craft at Kent Library.
Perler Bead Keychains
Make colorful Perler bead keychains at South Library craft session.
Dungeons and Dragons
Fantasy adventure gaming for kids and teens at Sanger Library.
Toddler Storytime
Toddler storytime at Sanger Library.
Preschool Storytime
Preschool storytime at Sylvania Library.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits South Library with health and wellness outreach.
Van Gogh–Inspired Hot Air Balloon Collage
Van Gogh-inspired hot air balloon collage craft at Main Library.
Family Storytime
Family storytime at Sylvania Library.
Andrew Martin's Fun and Fantasy, Comedy-Magic Show
Comedy-magic show at Birmingham Library—hilarious fun for kids and families.
Henna Art for Teens with Henna Muse
Henna art class for teens with Henna Muse at Waterville Library.
Bookmobile Visit | Flory Gardens
Bookmobile brings stories and books to Flory Gardens community.
Ink and Paper Making
Kids make their own paper and ink art at Point Place Library.
Babytime
Babytime at Maumee Library for infants and caregivers.
Teen Gaming Club
Gaming club where teens play video games together at Mott Library.
Toddler Storytime
Stories and songs for toddlers at Oregon Library.
Bookmobile Visit | Byrne Hill Manufactured Homes
Bookmobile brings reading resources to Byrne Hill community.
Warhol-Inspired Wildflowers with Molly Miller
Create pop-art wildflower paintings inspired by Andy Warhol at Locke Library.
Reading Buddies
Kids practice reading skills with volunteer buddies at Sanger Library.
Bookmobile Visit | Elmdale Court
Bookmobile brings books to Elmdale Court community.
Bookmobile Visit | Waterside Monclova
Bookmobile brings reading resources to Waterside Monclova community.
Tissue Paper Wreath
Easy tissue-paper craft at Point Place Library perfect for kids.
Babytime
Songs, rhymes, and bonding time for babies and caregivers at King Road Library.
Gamers Guild
Video gaming community for kids and teens at Lagrange Library.
Kid's Crafternoon
Afternoon craft activities for kids at Reynolds Corners Library.
Chess Club
Kids learn and play chess at Heatherdowns Library.
Family Storytime
Stories and fun for families with young kids at Sanger Library.
West Toledo Chess Club
Chess strategy game for kids and teens at West Toledo Library.
Nintendo Switch Party
Nintendo Switch gaming fun for kids at Maumee Library.
Bike Night 2026
Bike Night 2026 at Diamondback Music Hall
Shots for Tots n Teens
Free immunizations for kids and teens at Kent Library.
Tissue Paper Wreath
Make a colorful tissue paper wreath craft at South Library.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
Free health screenings for kids and families at Sylvania Library.
TTRPG Hour
Tabletop RPG gaming hour for tweens and teens at Reynolds Corners Library.
Bookmobile Visit | Assured Health Services Thrive Center
Bookmobile brings library books and programs to Assured Health Services Thrive Center.
Classic Summer Movie Night at the Library
Classic movie night for families at Toledo Main Library.
Wreaths and Rocketships
Create wreaths and rocketships in a dual-craft session at Maumee Library.
Gamer's Station
Video gaming hangout for tweens and teens at Holland Library.
Fourth in the 419
Toledo's signature Fourth of July celebration with fireworks on the Riverfront.
Fireworks Spectacular
Fireworks light up the sky at the Riverfront in Toledo.
Fourth in the 419 Fireworks Spectacular
Fireworks spectacular celebrating Independence Day at the Riverfront.
It's Electric with Imagination Station
Hands-on electricity experiments from Imagination Station at Oregon Library.
Big Feelings, Bright Futures with Harbor
Social-emotional learning workshop at Oregon Library.
Bookmobile Visit | D & T Reset
Bookmobile visit brings library collection to D & T Reset.
Warhol-Inspired Wildflowers with Molly Miller
Create Warhol-inspired wildflower art with instructor Molly Miller at Lagrange Library.
Reading Buddies
Kids read aloud to trained reading buddies at Sylvania Library.
Gamer's Station
Video gaming hangout for tweens and teens at Kent Library.
Bookmobile Visit | Hope Manor
Mobile library brings books and reading to Hope Manor.
Pop Bottle Fireflies
Craft glowing firefly decorations from recycled bottles at Kent Library.
Kid's Gametime
Board games and card games for kids at West Toledo Library.
Warhol-Inspired Wildflowers with Molly Miller
Pop-art wildflower craft inspired by Warhol at Waterville Library.
DIY Suncatchers
Make colorful suncatchers at King Road Library.
Movie and a Craft
Film screening followed by creative craft at Main Library.
Learn to Play Bingo
Fun bingo game for kids at Mott Library.
Shots for Tots n Teens
Vaccination clinic for tots and teens at Holland Library.
Big Feelings, Bright Futures with Harbor
Workshop on emotions and positivity at Maumee Library.
Glovation Circus
Circus performance featuring jugglers and acrobats at Maumee Library.
Solar Oven S'mores
Build solar ovens and enjoy s'mores at Point Place Library.
Verandah Concerts
Family-friendly live concerts on the historic grounds of Spiegel Grove.
Dinosaur Craft Party
Dinosaur-themed crafts and party fun at West Toledo Library.
Wildcard Wednesday
Surprise activities and fun every Wednesday at Main Library.
Bookmobile Visit | Brooklynn Park Villas
Mobile library brings books to Brooklynn Park Villas.
Teen Self Defense with Ohio Martial Arts
Teen self-defense class with Ohio Martial Arts at Kent Library.
Tissue Paper Wreath
Create a beautiful tissue paper wreath at Locke Library.
Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye 2026 Summer Series
Minor-league baseball and hockey games all summer long.
Beaded Ladybug Keychains
Make your own beaded ladybug keychain at Oregon Library.
Storytime for TEENS
Teen-focused storytime at Sylvania Library.
Teen Self Defense with Ohio Martial Arts
Teen self-defense class with Ohio Martial Arts at West Toledo Library.
Community Movie Night
Free community movie night at Danny Thomas Park in Toledo.
POP 2000 TOUR with Chris Kirkpatrick of *NSYNC, O-Town, BBMAK, Ryan Cabrera & LFO
90s nostalgia concert featuring Chris Kirkpatrick (*NSYNC), O-Town, and more—perfect for tweens and teens who love the era.
Chess Night
Chess night for players of all levels at Reynolds Corners Library.
Wrinkle In Time Book Party
Book-themed party celebrating A Wrinkle in Time at Waterville Library.
Live at the Library with Cristina Vane
Live music with Cristina Vane at Main Library.
Warhol-Inspired Wildflowers with Molly Miller
Warhol-inspired wildflower art class with Molly Miller at Sanger Library.
Pokemon Trading Card Event
Pokemon Trading Card event at Waterville Library.
Living Dinosaurs with Nature's Nursery
Living Dinosaurs program with Nature's Nursery at West Toledo Library.
Library Playdate!
Playdate for babies and toddlers at Sylvania Library.
DIY Suncatchers
DIY suncatcher craft at Lagrange Library.
DIY Suncatchers
DIY suncatcher craft at Sylvania Library—colorful glass art fun.
Inclusive Storytime
Inclusive storytime at Main Library.
Cars & Coffee
Cars & Coffee gathering—casual family-friendly car show.
Super Science: A Journey Into Space with Reed Steele
Space exploration adventure with Reed Steele at Kent Library.
Twisted Tie-Dye
Tie-dye craft station at Mott Library—colorful wearable art.
Henna Art
Learn henna art traditions at Birmingham Library—cultural craft session.
Inclusive Storytime for Adults and Teens
Inclusive storytime for teens—stories and community at Lagrange Library.
Make a Monster
Creative monster-making craft at Maumee Library—imaginative fun.
Celebrate Summer
Summer celebration activities at Oregon Library—seasonal fun.
Kid's Game Time
Board games and fun at West Toledo Library—kids game night.
Arts and Audiobooks
Creative arts paired with audiobooks at Lagrange Library.
It's Electric with Imagination Station
Interactive electricity demos from Imagination Station at Holland Library.
Teen Movie Night
Teen movie night at Point Place Library—catch a flick with friends.
Warhol-Inspired Wildflowers with Molly Miller
Create pop-art wildflowers inspired by Andy Warhol at South Library with artist Molly Miller.
Roz Puppets presents Dinosaur Pirates
Roz Puppets' dinosaur pirates adventure at Reynolds Corners Library.
Music at the Library
Live music performance at Maumee Library brings entertainment for all ages.
Bookmobile Visit | Parqwood Apartments
Mobile library brings books and programs directly to Parqwood Apartments in Toledo.
YWCA Parent and Youth Ambassador
Youth leadership program at Main Library for teens to develop skills and make a difference.
Pom-Pom Creatures
Craft cute pom-pom creatures at West Toledo Library—easy, fun, and jiggly!
Solar Oven S'mores
Build working solar ovens and roast s'mores—a hands-on STEM experiment at Main Library.
Roz Puppets presents Dinosaur Pirates
Roz Puppets brings dinosaur pirates to life in a puppet show at Point Place Library.
Twisted Tie-Dye
Create tie-dye art with a creative twist at West Toledo Library.
Gamers Guild
Gaming club for kids and teens to meet and play together at Sylvania Library.
Mr. Puppet's Comedy Show
Mr. Puppet's Comedy Show brings laughs and entertainment to Locke Library.
Hex Bug Racing
Race tiny Hex Bugs at Maumee Library—fun motorized action for bug enthusiasts.
West Toledo Gamers Guild
Gaming club for kids and teens at West Toledo Library—meet friends and play.
DIY Suncatchers
Make colorful suncatchers at South Library.
Teen Self Defense with Ohio Martial Arts
Teen self-defense class with Ohio Martial Arts at Holland Library.
Bookmobile Visit | Plaza Apartments
Mobile library visits the neighborhood—check out books on the go.
Dinosaur Craft Party
Dinosaur-themed craft party at Lagrange Library—prehistoric fun.
Mr. Puppet's Comedy Show
Puppet comedy show at the library—silly laughs for kids.
Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye 2026 Summer Series
Minor-league baseball spectator games—fun summer outings for the whole family.
Glovation Circus
Live circus performance at Point Place Library—acrobatics and wonder.
LEGO Dungeon Adventure
Fantasy LEGO adventure game at Reynolds Corners—teamwork & creativity.
Saturday Morning LEGO Crew
Weekly LEGO building crew at Sylvania Library—hands-on brick fun.
Findlay Ohio Sports Card Show
Sports card show at Hancock County Fairgrounds in Findlay.
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.