Outdoor things to do with kids in Toledo
Get the kids outside. Here are the outdoor family events happening around Toledo right now.
Florida State Seminoles at Pittsburgh Panthers Football
Watch college football as Florida State takes on Pittsburgh in an ACC matchup.
Orange is for Orangutan Day
Dress in orange and celebrate orangutans with interactive activities and touch tables at the zoo.
Winter Wonderland
Winter celebration with festive lights, live music, interactive activities, and hands-on art-making for the whole family.
Pittsburgh Panthers Football vs. Florida State Seminoles Football
Pitt Panthers football vs. Florida State at Acrisure Stadium — major college game day.
Robert Morris University Colonials Football vs Stonehill
Robert Morris University Colonials Football vs Stonehill at Joe Walton Stadium.
America 250: Hearth & Harvest Cooking Day
Experience colonial-era cooking & storytelling at Old Economy Village's fall celebration.
Holiday Glow at SouthSide Works
Free all-ages holiday celebration with glowing lights and festive cheer at SouthSide Works.
Weihnachtsmarkt (German) Christmas Market
Traditional German Christmas market transforms a historic village into a winter wonderland.
USCAA National Championships -AHN MONTOUR
USCAA National Championships soccer tournament featuring Ahnmontour.
Let it Glow Tree Lighting Celebration
Festive tree-lighting celebration in Pittsburgh.
USCAA National Championships F.N.B. Stadium
USCAA National Championships soccer tournament at F.N.B. Stadium.
Stewardship Days – Hays Woods Park
Community stewardship day at Hays Woods Park.
2026 PIAA Championships
High school soccer championship match at F.N.B. Stadium in Pittsburgh.
Birding Pittsburgh’s Parks – August Wilson Park
Guided birding walk through August Wilson Park—spot local species and learn from naturalists.
Meadowcroft’s Taffy Pull & Fall Finale
Pull fresh taffy and celebrate fall at Meadowcroft's seasonal finale festival.
Slippery Rock Light-Up Night and Christmas Market
Holiday parade and Christmas market in downtown Slippery Rock with festive family fun.
Robert Morris Colonial Football vs. LIU Sharks Football
College football game at Joe Walton Stadium—fun family outing to cheer on Robert Morris.
Robert Morris University Colonials Football vs LIU
College football game at Joe Walton Stadium—fun family outing to cheer on Robert Morris.
Robert Morrris University Colonials Football Season Tickets
College football season at Joe Walton Stadium—cheer on Robert Morris.
Winter Wonderland Festival of Trees
Weekend holiday festival celebrating its 19th year with decorated trees and seasonal cheer.
Santa Trolley
Ride a festive trolley with Santa and explore seasonal holiday fun.
Saxonburg Annual Holiday Parade
Saxonburg's annual holiday parade on Main Street—a cherished family tradition.
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Denver Broncos
Professional football spectator event — cheer on the Steelers vs. Denver.
Denver Broncos at Pittsburgh Steelers
Watch the Steelers take on the Broncos at Acrisure Stadium.
Steelers vs Broncos
Steelers take on the Denver Broncos at Acrisure Stadium, Friday, Nov 27.
Millvale's Small Business Saturday Shopopoly Event
Explore 30+ local shops and 24 holiday vendors across Millvale with a collector's map.
Butler Spirit of Christmas Parade
Annual holiday parade in downtown Butler with balloon animals and festive cheer for kids.
2026 WPIAL Championships
High school football championship game at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh.
Light Up Mars
Holiday market, Santa photos, and festive cheer at Light Up Mars.
Sunday Songwriters Series at Schenley Park Visitor Center
Live acoustic songwriting performances in scenic Schenley Park—family-friendly music outdoors.
Miracle on Main Street
Free holiday event with horse-drawn carriage rides, parade, and festive fun in Zelienople.
Uptown Winter Market
Winter market on Washington Road featuring seasonal goods and vendors.
3ROC x Jackworth x ALT: Historic Walker Ewing Open House
Family-friendly historic home open house in Oakdale with local partners.
Breakfast or Lunch with Santa
Meet Santa and animal ambassadors over breakfast or lunch at the zoo.
Greens and Goodies
Annual holiday market with fresh greenery, handmade ornaments, and festive treats.
Jingle Bell Run 5K Pittsburgh
Run, walk, or stroll the festive Jingle Bell Run 5K in Pittsburgh.
Bridgeville Holiday Artisan Market & Winter Celebration
Holiday artisan market and winter celebration with local vendors and festive fun in Bridgeville.
Discovery Time: Weather – Frick Environmental Center
Hands-on weather exploration at Frick Environmental Center's outdoor discovery program.
2nd Annual Claus for a Cause
A festive holiday celebration for all families—meet Santa and enjoy seasonal cheer.
Steelers vs Texans
Steelers vs Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium, Sunday, December 6th.
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Houston Texans
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Houston Texans
Professional football spectator event — cheer on the Steelers vs. Houston.
Chanukah Festival
Community Chanukah Festival and Public Menorah Lighting celebration.
Hope Backyard Basketball Classic - West Virginia vs Pittsburgh, Robert Morris vs Duquesne
College basketball rivals clash at the inaugural Hope Gas Backyard Basketball Classic.
Butler Downtown Holiday Market
Butler's Holiday Market returns bigger and brighter — holiday shopping, crafts, and festive cheer for the whole family.
Science Stroll: Owl Prowl at Wingfield Pines
Evening nature walk to spot owls at Wingfield Pines Conservation Area.
Autism Pittsburgh Presents, The Senses of the Season – Frick Environmental Center
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly nature experience celebrating seasonal sights, sounds, and textures for all abilities.
Historic Walker-Ewing Open House
Step into history at a restored 18th-century log house with family-friendly guided exploration.
Baltimore Ravens at Pittsburgh Steelers
Baltimore Ravens at Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium
Steelers vs Ravens
Watch the Steelers take on the Ravens at Acrisure Stadium on Dec 20.
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Baltimore Ravens
Experience NFL action: Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Baltimore Ravens rivalry.
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Carolina Panthers
Cheer the Steelers in an NFL matchup against the Carolina Panthers.
National Visit the Zoo Day
A special day to visit the zoo and support wildlife conservation with your family.
Carolina Panthers at Pittsburgh Steelers
Carolina Panthers at Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium
Sensory Friendly Santa Trolley
Sensory-friendlyMeet Santa on a trolley with sensory-friendly accommodations—dimmed lights and quieter sound.
Winter Seed Sowing 101 with Bird Lab and PPC – Frick Environmental Center
Learn winter seed sowing and bird conservation at Frick Environmental Center.
Discovery Time: Reptiles – Frick Environmental Center
Get up close with reptiles at Frick Environmental Center's Discovery Time.
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- 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.