Outdoor things to do with kids in Toledo
Get the kids outside. Here are the outdoor family events happening around Toledo right now.
Park of Roses Concert Series: Clintonville Community Choir
Free community choir concert in the Park of Roses gazebo every Sunday evening.
The Hartford Fair
Family fun at The Hartford Fair in Croton.
Bobby Floyd Trio - Free Happening Hour Show
Free live jazz on the Hammond B3 organ at Natalie's Grandview, Columbus.
Movie at Brookpark | A Minecraft Movie
Outdoor movie screening of Minecraft — bring blankets and settle in.
Concerts on the Green: Conspiracy
Free outdoor concert series at Worthington Village Green.
Concerts on the Green
Free outdoor concert on the green in historic Worthington—perfect for a family picnic.
Sunday Funday: End of Summer Fair & Festival of Faith & Nations
End-of-summer fair celebrating diverse cultures—rides, food, and cultural performances.
HAC Summer Concert Series- Hilliard Community Band
Free community band concert—classic summer entertainment for all ages.
Westerville Sounds of Summer Concert Series
Free outdoor summer concerts perfect for picnicking and family fun.
Ron Holmes -Eclecticism at the Goodale Park Music Series
Ron Holmes Eclecticism closes the Goodale Park Music Series with live music in the gazebo.
Hilliard Arts Council Summer Concert Series
Free summer concert series from Hilliard Arts Council—local talent.
Worthington Concerts on the Green on Sundays
Free Sunday concerts on the green—perfect for family picnics.
Open Farm Days at Harrison Farm
Free farm visit where kids experience agricultural activities and animal encounters.
The Matt Simmons Band @ the Hartford Fair!
Live music at the Hartford Fair—classic county-fair fun for the whole family.
Lolli-Pops! Summer Children's Concert Series
Free outdoor concert series with music designed for young children.
Columbus Clippers vs. Omaha Storm Chasers
Columbus Clippers minor-league baseball game at Huntington Park downtown.
Columbus Crew vs Pumas UNAM
Professional soccer: Columbus Crew vs Pumas UNAM at Lower.com Field.
2026 Leagues Cup Phase One: Columbus Crew v Pumas
Watch the Columbus Crew take on Pumas in the 2026 Leagues Cup at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field.
Free Play
Free outdoor play at Columbus Commons with carousel, parachute games, and Imagination Playground blocks.
Dorrian Days
Community gathering and celebration at Dorrian Green.
Columbus Clippers: Dime-A-Dog Night
Minor league baseball with $1 hot dogs—a classic family night out.
Family Flick Nights at Hinson Amphitheater: The Lion King
Free outdoor screening of The Lion King under the stars at a local amphitheater.
Free Family Flick Night – The Lion King
Free family movie night: The Lion King at Hinson Amphitheater.
Summer Pies
Summer Pies festival in Marysville—food, fun, and community celebration.
Asian Lantern Festival
Glowing lantern displays at Cleveland Zoo — a magical seasonal celebration.
Food Truck Wednesdays
Weekly rotating food trucks at Coffman Park in Dublin for lunch.
Upper Arlington Farmers Market
Local farmers market with fresh produce and vendors, perfect for families.
Midweek Music Series
Live music in the park—a free community concert series perfect for a family outing.
Bocce League: Summer Session 2
Join a recreational bocce league for a fun, accessible lawn-bowling competition this summer.
Columbus Clippers $5 Wednesdays
Columbus Clippers baseball games with just-$5 ticket pricing every Wednesday.
Partial Solar Eclipse
Witness a partial solar eclipse visible from Ohio—a rare celestial event.
Perseids Meteor Shower
Watch the Perseid meteor shower light up the night sky—a free celestial spectacle.
Breakfast at the Commons
Rotating breakfast food trucks at Columbus Commons, Wed mornings May–Sept.
Movies in the Park | Wicked for Good
Outdoor screening of Wicked under the stars at the town center.
Midweek Music - Dublin Summer Fun Series
Free live music Wednesday evenings at Riverside Crossing Park all summer long.
Tomato Contest at the Reynoldsburg Tomato Festival
Reynoldsburg Tomato Festival with contests & family fun in Reynoldsburg.
Movies in the Park: Wicked For Good
Outdoor movie screening of Wicked under the stars in Grove City.
Celebration at the Station
Family celebration with live music at Station Park.
Theme Thursdays at The Big Splash
Themed days at an outdoor water park—splash, play, and cool off all summer long.
Actors' Theatre of Columbus Presents And Then There Were None
Actors' Theatre brings Agatha Christie's classic mystery to life outdoors.
Healthy New Albany Farmers Market
Browse local produce and goods at Market Square farmers market in New Albany.
Food Truck Food Court
Food trucks & farmers market at Columbus Commons, Thu afternoons May–Sept.
Downtown Columbus Farmers Market with Common Greens
Downtown Columbus Farmers Market at Commons, Thu May–Sept with food trucks.
Reynoldsburg Tomato Festival
Family-friendly festival celebrating tomatoes at Huber Park.
2026 Royalty Presentation and Crowning Coronation
Royalty crowning ceremony at Reynoldsburg Tomato Festival.
Hebron Farmers Market - August
Fresh local produce and crafts at Hebron Farmers Market.
Movies in the Park: Wicked- For Good
Free outdoor screening of Wicked in Ashville—family-friendly summer movie night.
Festival King & Queen Crowning! Opening Ceremony.
Carroll Community Festival opening ceremony with King & Queen crowning—community celebration.
Commons for Kids - Arts & Crafts
Free weekly arts & crafts at Columbus Commons, Fridays June–August.
Columbus Food Truck Festival
Food truck festival at Franklin County Fairgrounds in Hilliard.
Friday Night Ice Cream-THE Root Beer Stand at Indian Lake
Vintage root beer stand ice-cream night at Indian Lake—nostalgic family treat.
Touch A Truck
Kids explore and climb on real emergency vehicles at this hands-on touch-a-truck event.
Carroll Community Festival
Carroll Community Festival—all-ages outdoor celebration with food and community fun.
Zac Brown Band: Love & Fear Tour
Zac Brown Band: Love & Fear Tour—touring country act at North High Street, Lewis Center.
Columbus Recreation and Parks & CAPA Scioto Mile Concert: Dumpstaphunk
Funk-rock band Dumpstaphunk plays Scioto Mile under the stars.
Lunchtime Live!
Free live music for kids at Weaver Park.
Dumpstaphunk
Dumpstaphunk funk band at Columbus civic festival—family-friendly outdoor music.
Seton Parish Family Festival
43-year tradition: free parish family festival with games, food & fun.
Food Friday Friday
Food Friday in Circleville—family-friendly food festival event.
Scioto Mile Concert: Dumpstaphunk
Live music by Dumpstaphunk at Bicentennial Park.
Back To School Backyard BBQ
End-of-summer BBQ with fun surprises and community vibes at Littleton's.
10th Annual! Tour de Buckeye Lake
Annual community bike tour at Buckeye Lake—fun outdoor activity for all ages.
ProMusica Chamber Orchestra: LIVE at Headley Park
ProMusica Chamber Orchestra performs live classical music outdoors at Headley Park.
Paranormal Tours
Ghost hunts at a historic 1878 jail—paranormal exploration for curious tweens and teens.
Event on AUG 15
Family day at Columbus Zoo with animals, exhibits, and activities.
Schooley Family Band
Family-rooted band performs at Sweet Harmony Canal in Canal Winchester.
Keith Prater and Lacy Creek
Mount Sterling festival with live music by Keith Prater & Lacy Creek.
2026 Columbus Women & Girls' Fest
Music festival celebrating women & girls with TANK AND THE BANGAS headlining.
Summer Music in Nature Concert Series
Live music in nature at Grange Insurance Audubon Center—perfect for families.
Grove City Chamber Farmers Market
Weekly farmers market with fresh local produce and goods for the whole family.
MJ & Motown
Tribute to Michael Jackson and Motown at Charleen & Charles Hinson Amphitheater.
Columbus Crew 2 vs New York City FC II
Columbus Crew 2 soccer match—minor-league spectator sports action.
Carroll Community Festival Parade 2026
Carroll Community Festival Parade—small-town tradition with floats and family fun.
“The Menus!” - Carroll Community Festival
Carroll Community Festival features live band entertainment for the whole family.
FREE Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers Concert
Free Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers concert—classic Americana music downtown.
Friends of the Dead @ Columbus Food Truck Festival
Food trucks, local vendors & live entertainment at Columbus Food Truck Festival.
Herb Walter Memorial Pie Contest
Carroll pie-baking competition—celebrate local traditions and homemade treats.
USEF Emerging Drivers Clinic with Jacob Arnold
Emerging drivers clinic with Jacob Arnold at Infirmary Mound Park—learn equestrian skills.
Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (1954)
Classic 1954 musical film screening as part of CAPA's free summer movie series.
Rodney Crowell – SOLD OUT!
Rodney Crowell—country musician at King Avenue, Columbus (sold out).
Rodney Crowell in Columbus
Country music legend Rodney Crowell performs live—family-friendly concert.
5K9 Rescue Dog Glow Walk/Run
Evening glow walk or run at Beulah Park benefiting local rescue dogs.
Westerville Saturday Farmers Market
Weekly farmers market with local produce, goods, and family-friendly vibes in Westerville.
Concert On The Green: Common Thread
Free outdoor acoustic concert at Granville—family-friendly live music on the green.
Everclear in Reynoldsburg
Everclear performs at Reynoldsburg festival—live music for families.
Back to School Bash
Community celebration with games, activities, and excitement as kids gear up for school.
THE BRITISH INVASION In-Concert in PICKERINGTON, OH, at the SYCAMORE CREEK PARK AMPHITHEATER
The British Invasion tribute concert at Sycamore Creek Park Amphitheater.
Summer Concert Series
Community concert series with live music entertainment for families.
Omaha Storm Chasers at Columbus Clippers
Omaha Storm Chasers at Columbus Clippers at Huntington Park
Park of Roses Concert Series: Whetstone High School Marching Band
Free Sunday summer concert at Whetstone Park of Roses gazebo featuring local high school marching band.
PBS ‘Songs at the Center – LIVE!’ Coming to the Hinson Amphitheater August 16
PBS 'Songs at the Center – LIVE!' brings music and entertainment to Hinson Amphitheater.
Aladdin Shrine Annual Car Show / Chicken & Corn Roast
Classic car show with chicken & corn roast at Aladdin Shrine.
Puppy Mingle (FREE!)
Free puppy playdate at Farm Bank Way in Grove City.
Music 4U! Free Summer Concerts - Duo 161
Free summer concert series in Granville featuring Duo 161.
Free Pet Vaccine Clinic
Free pet vaccine clinic in Westerville—bring your family and furry friends.
Concert On The Green: Rock This Way
Free outdoor rock concert at historic Bryn Du Mansion in Granville—family-friendly music.
Columbus Clippers vs. St. Paul Saints
Watch the Columbus Clippers minor-league baseball team play.
St. Paul Saints at Columbus Clippers
St. Paul Saints at Columbus Clippers at Huntington Park
Dino Dig
Dinosaur-themed digging activity for little ones at Little Diggers Grove City.
Verandah Concerts 2026
Twice-monthly outdoor concerts with ice cream on the lawn of a historic home.
Columbus Crew vs. CF Montréal
Watch the Columbus Crew MLS soccer match.
Ric Robertson
Ric Robertson's innovative Americana performance at Sweet Harmony Canal.
Westerville MOMCo Park Tour #6- Hannah Park
Community park tour exploring Hannah Park in Gahanna—great outdoor exploration.
Third Thursday Night Market
Monthly outdoor market with craft vendors, live music, food trucks & open shops.
Family Event
Family-friendly zoo adventure with animals and activities through October.
Lanterns Event
Glowing lanterns light up the zoo grounds in a magical after-dark experience.
Lanterns & Lights Event
Stroll through the Columbus Zoo amid glowing lanterns and twinkling lights through October 25.
Lanterns and Seasonal Events
Glowing lantern displays and seasonal fun at Columbus Zoo through October.
Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival
Lantern light show at Columbus Zoo — enchanting seasonal tradition.
Peach Weekend
Celebrate National Eat a Peach Day with seasonal Ohio peaches, food, and drink specials.
Third Friday Archaeology Tour
Monthly guided archaeology tour through Fort Ancient museum and grounds with expert historian.
Sons of Gladys: Elvis Memorial
Elvis tribute show with live music entertainment for families.
2026 COLUMBUS MARKET EXTRAVAGANZA
Columbus Market Extravaganza at Genoa Park—shop and browse local vendors.
Third Friday Tours at the Octagon Earthwork with Brad Lepper
Guided monthly archaeology tours of Newark's Octagon Earthwork with a senior archaeologist.
Radio City Acoustic - Tee'd Up Marysville
Radio City Acoustic live performance in Marysville.
Overtime in Columbus
Live music from Overtime in Worthington.
Columbus Creative Weekend
Creative festival celebrating local artists, makers, and performers in downtown Columbus.
Grove City Town Center Food Truck Festival & Shop Hop
Food trucks, local shopping, and entertainment in downtown Grove City.
Summer Concert Series with Blues Therapy
Free summer concert with Blues Therapy in Grove City—outdoor family fun.
Mason Hasting Live Acoustic Music
Mason Hasting live acoustic music in Lewis Center.
Music in the Park / End of Summer Bash
End of Summer Bash with live music in Canal Winchester—family-friendly outdoor fun.
Free Family Movie Night: Elemental
Free family movie night featuring Pixar's Elemental in downtown Columbus.
All Ohio Balloon Festival
All Ohio Balloon Festival in Marysville—hot-air balloons and family activities.
Byers Chevrolet Fundraiser Auto Show
Chevrolet fundraiser auto show in Grove City—see cars and help a cause.
2026 Grove City YMCA Family Fun Day
Grove City YMCA family fun day with games, activities, and community celebration.
Arena Fair Theatre @ Whimsy - "Comedy of Errors" Performance
Fast-paced Shakespeare comedy performed outdoors at Boardman Arts Park's Whimsy Stage.
Sunbury Sizzle and Sounds
Downtown street festival with live music, food, and community vibes.
Bark Bash
Dog-friendly festival at Prairie Oaks Metro Park—bring the whole family and pups!
Community Fun Day ..a free event
Free community fun day in Marysville with all-ages activities.
Columbus ArborFest 2026
Celebrate trees with naturalist walks, family activities, live music, and food.
Olde Time Fair at Century Village
Historic fair with old-time activities and demos—step back in time at Century Village.
Worthington Farmers Market
Weekly summer farmers market in historic downtown Worthington with local produce & vendors.
Equip Auto Show
Auto show at Oakland Park with cars and vehicles to explore.
St Peter/St Joan of Arc Community Festival (Powell, OH)
St Peter/St Joan of Arc Community Festival in Powell with family-friendly activities.
Night of Hope 5K, 1 Mile, and Family Fun Run
Family fun run, 1-mile walk, and 5K in Westerville—inclusive for all.
2026 Patriot Fest
Community celebration with family activities in Hilliard.
Summer Sizzler- Columbus
Family-friendly summer race at Genoa Park with a kids dash for little runners.
Andon's Pub 1st Annual Car Show
Andon's Pub 1st Annual Car Show—classic and custom cars on display.
Bark at Breck
Dog-friendly park gathering for families with four-legged friends—fetch, play, and socialize.
29th Annual Taste of Gahanna
29th Annual Taste of Gahanna—food, music & family fun.
Bus Tour: "Worthington Becomes a City, Seminary, and a Few Country Clubs"
Guided bus tour exploring Worthington's history, city, and landmarks.
Our Summer Succulent Planting Event
Plant your own succulents at a hands-on craft event in Grove City.
Free Event! BrightPath Hilliard Farm to You!
Free farm-to-you event at BrightPath in Hilliard—fresh food fun.
Local & Live Concert: Back to School Night
Back to School Night with live local music in Columbus—free family fun.
Octagon Homeschool Days
Drop-in homeschool programs exploring Ohio history and archaeology at Octagon Earthworks.
Serpent Mound Archaeology Tour
Guided archaeological tours of the ancient Serpent Mound with a professional archaeologist.
✨Horsemanship with Brent Graef✨
Learn horseback riding skills with Brent Graef in Sunbury.
Columbus Crew vs. New England Revolution
Watch the Columbus Crew play pro soccer against New England Revolution.
Full Moon Tour of the Octagon Earthwork
Sunset tour of Newark's ancient Octagon Earthwork—explore a 5,000-year-old archaeological wonder.
A Walk Through Time: A History of Cedar Bog
Guided nature walk exploring Cedar Bog's ecology and history at Ohio History Connection.
Apple Bottom Gang
Country classics by the Apple Bottom Gang at Sweet Harmony Canal.
Cycle UA
Community cycling event at Northam Park for riders of all abilities.
Hot Licks Blues Festival
25th Annual Hot Licks Blues Festival in Granville—family-friendly music event.
Palmer Anthony at The Grainery Live! Nashville Night!
Nashville Night live music at The Grainery in Plain City—outdoor concert.
8th Annual Jazz In The Creek
8th Annual Jazz In The Creek festival in Pickerington—family jazz celebration.
Columbus Crew vs. New England Revolution
Watch the Columbus Crew take on New England in a professional soccer match.
Music 4U! Free Summer Concerts - Ucelli
Free summer concert series in Granville featuring Ucelli live music.
Mill Street Makers' Market
Artisan market with local vendors and handcrafted goods.
Columbus Crew 2 vs. Chicago Fire FC II
Catch a Columbus Crew 2 soccer match against Chicago Fire FC II.
HAC Summer Concert Series- Hat Trick
Summer outdoor concert series in Hilliard—family-friendly live music.
Consuming Fire Music Festival
Family-friendly music festival in Newark with live performances for all ages.
Make a Joyful Noise ~ Tony Hagood Jazz Quartet
Free summer jazz concert by Tony Hagood Jazz Quartet in Westerville.
Art in the Park: Cyanotype / Alternative Photography
Learn cyanotype photography in a hands-on Art in the Park workshop.
LOBSTA-FEST
Lobster festival in Thornville with food and family-friendly activities.
Art in the Park
Family-friendly art event in the scenic Topiary Garden at Deaf School Park.
8th Annual Kyle Miller First Day 5K
8th Annual Kyle Miller First Day 5K in Gahanna—community run welcoming families.
Columbus Clippers vs. Iowa Cubs
Columbus Clippers minor-league baseball game at Huntington Park downtown.
Millersport Sweet Corn Festival
Sweet Corn Festival in Millersport with food, fun, and community celebration.
Secret Dreams Music & Arts Festival 2026
Family-friendly music & arts festival at State Route 61 in Marengo.
Toast
Rock & Roll covers by Toast band at Sweet Harmony Canal outdoor venue.
Obetz Zucchinifest
Zucchini-themed harvest festival with food, crafts, and family fun.
The Dead Revival Band LIVE @ Columbus Crew Grateful Dead Night 9.5.26
Grateful Dead tribute band performs at Columbus Crew stadium—family-friendly live music.
Obetz Zucchini Fest (I AM NOT THE HOST)
Classic summer harvest celebration in Obetz with zucchini-themed family fun.
Sterling Bluegrass Jamboree welcomes The Kevin Prater Band
Bluegrass jamboree featuring The Kevin Prater Band—live roots music for families.
CBUS Soul® Fest
Urban arts & music festival at Bicentennial Park—food, live performances & activities.
Immersion Music Festival
All-ages music festival in Circleville with live entertainment.
Zoom-cchini Festival
Community fair in Obetz with zucchini-themed fun, food & family activities.
Summer Concert Series with Rezes-Heston Band
Summer concert series in Grove City featuring the Rezes-Heston Band.
Labor Day Weekend Festival
Labor Day weekend festival in Worthington with family-friendly activities.
Obetz Zucchini Festival
Harvest celebration in Obetz with zucchini-themed fun, food & family activities.
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.
Ohio State Buckeyes Football vs. Ball State University Cardinals Football
Ohio State Buckeyes football at iconic Ohio Stadium—a tradition for families.
Durango Fest
Cultural celebration for families at Plaza Mexico in Columbus.
23rd Annual Historic Dublin Paint Out Competition
Watch plein air artists paint historic Dublin while browsing finished artworks for sale.
Radio City - St. Michaels Festival
Live music at St. Michaels Festival in Worthington—community gathering.
All Out War - Motorsports Festival 2026
Motorsports festival with vehicles and action-packed entertainment.
Papa Boo's
Seasonal family event in Thornville—perfect for fall fun.
Pagan Picnic
Pagan Picnic community gathering in Columbus—celebrate nature & culture.
Live Music with Erik Mahler
Community concert with Erik Mahler in Powell.
Conkey Classic
Family-friendly community festival in Hilliard with activities.
Canal Winchester Labor Day Festival
Labor Day festival with parades, vendors, entertainment & family activities downtown.
As We Are - Live at Immersion Music Festival (The Brick Stage)
Live music at Immersion Music Festival in Circleville with bands.
Columbus Crew vs. Colorado Rapids
Watch the Columbus Crew battle the Colorado Rapids at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field.
Columbus Oktoberfest — Art & Craft Marktplatz
Columbus Oktoberfest with arts & crafts marketplace—family festival fun.
Zucchini Fest - Kip Moore, Easton Corbin, NTN
Zucchini Fest in Obetz with live music and family-friendly activities.
New Concord Community Day
Free community celebration with museum tours and vintage outdoor games at the John & Annie Glenn Museum.
Westerville Donut Run and Walk
Fun run/walk event in Westerville—great for families to participate together.
Divine Martyr - Live at Immersion Fest (Brick Stage)
Multi-band music festival at Immersion Fest in Circleville.
Secret Dreams Music & Arts Festival at The Cardinal Center
Music and arts festival at The Cardinal Center in Marengo.
Schoenbrunn: Inside Ohio's First Settlement: A Guided Tour
Guided tour of Schoenbrunn, Ohio's first settlement, first Sundays June–October at 12:30pm.
Rock Potluck - Live Music
Live rock music potluck gathering at Sweet Harmony Canal.
The Players live at Boatyard at Buckeye Lake
Live music festival at scenic Buckeye Lake—waterside family entertainment.
No Limits 937 Team® at AOW Motorsports Festival
Motorsports festival with racing, vehicles, and spectator-friendly action.
Horses, Hooves and Historical Homes
Craft paper horse puppets and play horseshoes at historic Meeker Homestead.
Dublin AM Rotary Classic Car Show
Classic car show in Dublin—kids love seeing vintage vehicles up close.
Mark Trammell Quartet in Galloway
Family-friendly live gospel-music performance in Galloway.
Lonestar in Obetz
Outdoor festival featuring live country music and community celebration.
2026 Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival
Watch 30+ teams play vintage baseball by 1860s rules at this national festival.
The Kilbourne Community 5k and Fun Run
The Kilbourne Community 5K and Fun Run—family-friendly walk, jog, or run.
Upper Arlington Labor Day Arts Festival
Labor Day arts festival with crafts, vendors, music & family entertainment.
Concert On The Green: Divas!
Concert On The Green: Divas! at historic Bryn Du Mansion—family evening entertainment.
The Gahanna Market - Jeff McCargish
Local market at Creekside Gahanna with music and community vibes.
Blues and Brews Fest
Live blues music, craft beer, food & games at Huber Park—family-friendly festival vibes.
Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings
Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings — classical strings reimagine hip-hop hits.
Fall at the Round Barn ( Sept 11 + 12, 2026 )
Fall at the Round Barn — seasonal family celebration Sept 11–12 in Lancaster.
September 11 Remembrance Ceremony
September 11 remembrance ceremony at First Responders Park.
934 Fest 2026
934 Fest 2026 — community celebration festival on Cleveland Avenue in Columbus.
Lithopolis Honeyfest
Honey-themed festival celebrating local beekeeping and harvest.
Columbus Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest celebration with German food, beer garden, music & family activities.
Big Sandy & His Fly-Rite Boys with special guest TBA
Big Sandy & His Fly-Rite Boys — bluegrass & Americana at Columbus festival.
🍂🌻 Harvest & Harmony Festival 🌻🍂
Fall harvest festival with live music & seasonal activities in Lancaster.
Marysville Stampede
Marysville Stampede — family-friendly festival celebrating the town's heritage.
Harvest on the Farm Ohio
Harvest on the Farm Ohio — fall family fun with farm activities in Johnstown.
Columbus Crew vs. Red Bull New York
Watch the Columbus Crew take on Red Bull New York at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field.
OVR SCCA Solo 2026 Fun Run!!
Family-friendly autocross fun run in Obetz for kids and car enthusiasts.
3rd Annual Car Show & Vendor Event
Family-friendly car show and vendor event in South Bloomfield.
Lakewood Community Festival
Community celebration with food, entertainment, and family activities.
Juanes
Latin rock superstar Juanes—energetic, family-friendly concert for all ages.
Sunbury Marathon
Community marathon event in Sunbury—watch local runners or participate as a family.
Festifair
Community fair in Marysville with family activities and entertainment.
Columbus Oktoberfest presents: RockHouse!
Columbus Oktoberfest with live music—classic fall festival fun for the whole family.
Monster Energy SMX World Championship Playoffs
Watch elite motorsports racing at the Monster Energy SMX World Championship Playoffs.
SMX World Championship Playoffs at Historic Crew Stadium
High-energy motorsport spectacle at Historic Crew Stadium.
MLS - Columbus Crew vs New York RB
Professional MLS soccer—Columbus Crew take on New York RB at Lower.com Field.
Remembrance Ruck
Community reflection walk honoring veterans, bringing families and the public together at the National Veterans Memorial and Museum.
Free Harvest Fair
Free harvest fair in Columbus with seasonal activities for the whole family.
Hebron Pie Festival 5K
Hebron Pie Festival 5K—fun run with pie and seasonal festival family fun.
Defend Your Friend 5K & Dog Festival
5K run combined with dog festival—fun for runners and pet-loving families.
Columbus Crew 2 vs. New England Revolution II
Professional soccer: Columbus Crew 2 vs. New England Revolution II.
2026 KidsLinked Oktoberfest Bubble Run - Race Registration!
Family-friendly bubble run race at the Ohio Expo Center—active fun for all ages.
Fall Festival
Free fall festival at Roger A. Reynolds Municipal Park.
U.S. Open Cup Semi-Finals: Columbus Crew v Orlando City
Watch Columbus Crew battle Orlando City in the U.S. Open Cup Semi-Finals.
INDIGO GIRLS
Evening with the legendary Indigo Girls at Columbus Bicentennial Pavilion with special guest.
ZipZone Night Flight Zip Line Tours
Soar through the treetops on a nighttime zip line adventure at ZipZone Outdoor Adventures.
More events outside the Columbus area
4 events farther afield.
Fairborn Sweet Corn Festival
Harvest festival celebrating sweet corn with food and community fun.
Fair at New Boston
Community fair with vendors, entertainment, and seasonal attractions.
Marion Popcorn Festival
Popcorn festival celebration with food, crafts, and live entertainment.
Waynesville Street Faire
Town street fair with vendors, food, and live entertainment.
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.