Outdoor things to do with kids in Toledo
Get the kids outside. Here are the outdoor family events happening around Toledo right now.
Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival
Glowing lantern displays at Columbus Zoo—magical evening for families.
Event on September 24-25
Family fun at Columbus Zoo on Sept 24–25 with animals, exhibits & activities.
Boo at the Zoo
Halloween fun at the zoo with trick-or-treat trails and spooky activities for the whole family.
Scioto Mile Concert: Dan Tyminski Band
Free live concert at Bicentennial Park—Dan Tyminski Band performs.
Island Vibes at ZipZone!
Dress in Hawaiian gear and zip-line through the treetops at this themed adventure.
Mac & Cheese Festival
Annual mac & cheese festival with food trucks & vendors at Easton's Yard.
Serpent Mound Archaeology Tour
Guided archaeological tours of the ancient Serpent Mound with a professional archaeologist.
Octagon Homeschool Days
Drop-in homeschool programs exploring Ohio history and archaeology at Octagon Earthworks.
Tiny Trailblazers – Fall 2026
Outdoor exploration for toddlers at Rose Run Park—nature walks and discovery.
Welcome to Fall Event
Fall celebration at Highbanks with seasonal activities and nature.
Pumpkin Float
Family-friendly pumpkin float event at Reynolds Municipal Park.
BOA Central OH Regional pres by Yamaha & Sweetwater
Marching arts competition featuring student ensembles from across central Ohio.
All American Quarter Horse Congress
America's largest single-breed horse show brings 500,000+ guests for three weeks of equestrian competition and family fun.
Worthington Farmers Market
Outdoor farmers market in historic downtown with fresh produce, local goods, and community vibes.
Old Worthington Market Day
Downtown market day in Worthington with vendors and family activities.
Heritage Day
Heritage Day celebration at Weaver Park brings community together with family-friendly activities.
Westerville Saturday Farmers Market
Weekly farmers market with local produce and goods for the whole family.
Ohio State Buckeyes Football vs. University of Illinois Fighting Illini Football
College football spectacle: Ohio State takes on Illinois at iconic Ohio Stadium.
Lantern Festival
Magical glowing lanterns light up the Columbus Zoo for a family-friendly evening adventure.
Spiegel Grove Squires home game
Watch Civil War–era base ball at the Hayes Home with the Spiegel Grove Squires vintage team.
Event on September 27
Family day at Columbus Zoo & Aquarium.
Columbus Crew vs. Inter Miami CF
MLS soccer: Columbus Crew face Inter Miami CF at home in ScottsMiracle-Gro Field.
Art in the Park
Outdoor art event at scenic Topiary Garden—family-friendly creativity & nature.
Sunday Fundays - Harvest Festival
Monthly harvest-themed gathering in historic Worthington with dining, shopping, and entertainment.
ReWild Child – Fall 2026
Nature play program for kids to explore, climb, and learn in an outdoor space.
Adventure Eagles – Fall ’26
Outdoor nature adventure program for intermediate-school students at Swickard Woods.
Buffalo Sabres at Columbus Blue Jackets
NHL game: Buffalo Sabres visit Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena.
Archaeology School Day
Fort Laurens' National Archaeology Month school day with hands-on activities for all student ages ($7).
First Friday Archaeology Tour
Guided archaeological walk through Fort Ancient with a museum historian.
First Friday Tours at the Great Circle with Brad Lepper
Expert-led archaeology tour of Ohio's Great Circle on First Friday.
Johnston Farm & Indian Agency's Autumn Evenings on the Farm
Autumn wagon rides, farmhouse tours, and hearth-cooked treats at Johnston Farm & Indian Agency.
October Hops on High featuring HighBall Halloween
Free day of creative, festive Halloween fun for all ages in the Short North Arts District.
Trick-or-Treat Trails
Halloween trick-or-treating adventure on zoo trails through October weekends.
Fall Hops on High
Free fall festival with creative, festive fun for the whole family.
Family Event
Family-friendly weekend activities at Columbus Zoo & Aquarium through October 25.
Descendant’s Day
Celebrate Zoar heritage with descendants, guest speakers, and activities honoring the Separatists.
Monthly Quiet Hours
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly quiet hours at Columbus Zoo & Aquarium.
Zoar Agriculture Tours
Guided tour of historic Zoar farming heritage at Ohio History Connection.
Schoenbrunn: Inside Ohio's First Settlement: A Guided Tour
Guided tour of Schoenbrunn, Ohio's first settlement, first Sundays June–October at 12:30pm.
Pumpkins Aglow
700+ glowing jack-o'-lanterns light up the Conservatory in a spooky-but-safe festival.
Urban Scrawl
Columbus' longest-running mural festival returns with immersive street art from local artists.
Lantern Festival
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly lantern festival at The Wilds wildlife park with glowing light displays and calm atmosphere.
Event on OCT 9 at The Wilds
Sensory-friendlyFamily-friendly and sensory-friendly event at The Wilds on October 9.
Trick-or-Treat Trails
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly Halloween trick-or-treat trails at The Wilds with calmer crowds.
Family Event
Family-friendly event at The Wilds wildlife park near Columbus with conservation activities.
Event at The Wilds on OCT 9
Sensory-friendlyFamily-friendly and sensory-friendly celebration at The Wilds wildlife park.
Columbus Italian Festival
Columbus Italian Festival with food, music, and cultural entertainment.
Unknown Event
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly family event at The Wilds wildlife park.
Event on October 9
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly family outing at The Wilds animal preserve in Columbus.
Ohio State Buckeyes Football vs. University of Maryland Terrapins Football
Watch Ohio State Buckeyes football face off against Maryland at Ohio Stadium.
Spooky Pooch Parade
Spooky pet parade at Madison Park—dress up your pup or just enjoy the fun.
Ghost Walk - Haunted Historic Delaware
Spooky historic walking tour through Delaware's haunted streets.
Walk to End Alzheimer's
Join a nationwide fundraising walk to support Alzheimer's research and awareness.
Columbus Crew vs. Charlotte FC
Watch the Columbus Crew take on Charlotte FC at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field.
Twenty One Pilots
Twenty One Pilots live at Ohio Stadium—arena rock for teens.
Central Ohio Kidney Walk
Walk together at Coffman Park to support kidney patients and their families.
Circleville Pumpkin Show
Ohio's famous pumpkin festival in Circleville with seasonal fun for all ages.
Boo & Brew at Bridge Park
Family-friendly trick-or-treat celebration throughout Bridge Park in Dublin.
ZipZone Night Flight Zip Line Tours
Zip line through the forest canopy on an exciting night flight tour at ZipZone.
Halloween Thrills at ZipZone!
Zip line through spooky Halloween decorations during ZipZone's spirit week.
Pantry Band live at Pumpkin Patch
Annual pumpkin patch fundraiser with live music from the Pantry Band.
Columbus Crew vs. Toronto FC
Catch the Columbus Crew battle Toronto FC in MLS action.
WestFest 2026
Free, family-friendly science & sustainability showcase at Ohio State University.
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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.