Outdoor things to do with kids in Toledo
Get the kids outside. Here are the outdoor family events happening around Toledo right now.
Science Stroll: Foraging in Forests
Family nature walk exploring edible plants in the forest at Barking Slopes.
Castle Blood 2026: Friday & Saturday Nights
Theatrical haunted house blending scares, escape-room puzzles & storytelling for 33 years.
A Taste of Serbia - 2026
Serbian cultural festival with traditional food, music, and family-friendly activities.
Skate Night (at Food Truck Friday)
Roll and groove at Skate Night during Food Truck Fridays with DJ beats and rental skates available.
Odyssey Day
Family-friendly expo celebrating clean energy and advanced technology vehicles.
Leechburg Annual Fall Festival 2026
Autumn celebration with fall fun at Riverfront Park in Leechburg.
Robert Morris Colonial Football vs. Norfolk State Spartans Football
Watch college football—Robert Morris vs. Norfolk State at Joe Walton Stadium.
Riverview Park Day Mushroom Hike
Guided mushroom hike exploring fungi at Riverview Park in Pittsburgh.
History Alive! Meet the Sheep!
Meet Jacky and Patsy the ewes and learn about 18th-century farm animals at Fort Ligonier.
Freedom Farms Fall Fest
Freedom Farms' biggest event: weekends in October with fall fun for everyone.
Birding Expedition: Powdermill Avian Research Center
Guided birding adventure at Powdermill with real research & conservation.
16th Annual Ellwood City Oktoberfest
16-year Oktoberfest tradition returns to Ewing Park with food, games & fun.
Portersville Steam Show Apple Festival
Vintage steam engines, farm animals, train rides, cider pressing, and Amish donuts at a charming harvest festival.
Pupsburgh
Bring your pup to PNC Park's Riverwalk for a dog-friendly afternoon with local vendors and concessions.
Robert Morris University Colonials Football vs Norfolk State Univ
Watch college football at Joe Walton Stadium in Moon Township.
Riverview Park Day 2026
Community celebration day at Riverview Park with activities for all ages.
Mars AppleFest
Community apple festival celebrating fall harvest with local food, crafts, and nonprofit activities.
Inclusive Story Hike – Frick Environmental Center
Sensory-friendlyAccessible nature walk combining stories and hiking at Frick Environmental Center.
The Longest Table Pittsburgh
Free community potluck gathering around The Longest Table—meet neighbors and new friends over food.
Walk in Penn’s Woods
Guided nature walk through historic Penn's Woods with the Heinz History Center.
Neighborhood Flea – Schenley Plaza
Browse vintage finds and local vendors at this outdoor flea market in Schenley Plaza.
Human Creativity Festival
Arts and environmental festival at PJ Caul Memorial Park celebrating human creativity.
Flight Encounter with Edged Feather Experiences – FEC Amphitheater
Birds of prey encounter with expert Edged Feather Experiences at Frick Environmental Center.
Duquesne Pharmacy’s Annual Public Health and Wellness Fair
Free public health fair with wellness services and educational activities for all ages.
Here Come The Mummies
High-energy funk-rock band Here Come The Mummies performs in wild Egyptian-mummy costumes.
Walking Tour of the Homewood Cemetery and Frick Pittsburgh Grounds
Guided walk through historic Homewood Cemetery learning about notable residents including the Frick family.
Zelienople Fall Festival
41st annual fall festival on historic Main Street with 100+ vendors and activities.
Halloween Movies In The Parks
Spooky double-feature outdoor movie nights in Pittsburgh parks throughout October—bring blankets and enjoy Halloween fun.
Magic Pumpkin Trolley
Plant magic pumpkin seeds and ride a trolley through seasonal enchantment.
Sensory Friendly Magic Pumpkin Trolley
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly Halloween trolley ride with dimmed lights and lower sound—perfect for sensitive kids.
Pittsburgh Panthers Football vs. North Carolina Tar Heels Football
Watch college football: Pittsburgh Panthers take on North Carolina at Acrisure Stadium.
Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC vs Hartford Athletic
Catch Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC vs. Hartford Athletic at F.N.B. Stadium.
LIU Sharks at Duquesne Dukes Football
College football: Duquesne Dukes host LIU Sharks at Rooney Field.
Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs Hartford Athletic
Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs Hartford Athletic with Hispanic Heritage Night celebrations.
North Carolina Tar Heels at Pittsburgh Panthers Football
College football: North Carolina Tar Heels vs. Pittsburgh Panthers at Pitt Stadium.
Dormont Street & Music Festival
Free, all-ages street festival in Dormont with live music and community celebration.
Duquesne Dukes Football vs. LIU Sharks Football
Watch college football as Duquesne Dukes face off against LIU Sharks.
2026 Pittsburgh Dragon Boat Festival
Paddlers of all ages race dragon boats at Pittsburgh's 8th annual festival on the North Shore.
Dormont Street and Music Festival
Street festival with music and community fun.
LIVING HISTORY DAY! COLONIAL PLAYTIME AND PASTIMES
Step back in time at Historic Hanna's Town with colonial games, toys, and hands-on living history.
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Indianapolis Colts
Cheer on the Pittsburgh Steelers against the Indianapolis Colts at Heinz Field.
Steelers vs Colts
Steelers take on the Colts at Acrisure Stadium—Sunday, Oct 11th.
LIVE! in Lawrenceville Block Party
Block party with live music and neighborhood energy.
Indianapolis Colts at Pittsburgh Steelers
NFL game: Colts vs. Steelers at Acrisure Stadium.
Living Collection Series: Fall Foliage Walk
Guided fall foliage walk through the Frick Pittsburgh's historic arboretum grounds.
Frick Park Stewardship Days
Help restore Frick Park at this family-friendly environmental stewardship event in Pittsburgh.
412 Football Classic Neshannock vs. North Catholic
High school football showdown at F.N.B. Stadium.
Trunk or Treat
Trunk-or-Treat at Victory's Cranberry Campus—Friday, Oct 16 for the whole family.
Creatures of the Night - Audubon Society of Western PA
Stroll Audubon trails at night to spot costumed nocturnal creatures and hear autumn stories.
412 Football Classic Penn Hills vs. Moon Area
High school football competition between Penn Hills and Moon Area at F.N.B. Stadium.
Science Stroll: The Haunted History of DMH
Guided nature walk exploring the spooky history of Dead Man's Hollow.
412 Football Classic Hopewell vs. OLSH
High-school football rivalry: Hopewell vs. OLSH at F.N.B. Stadium.
Punkin Chunkin
Launch pumpkins into the air at the 10th annual Punkin Chunkin with robotics teams.
Robert Morris University Colonials Football vs New Haven
College football: Robert Morris Colonials vs. New Haven at Joe Walton Stadium.
ZooBoo
Gently spooky Halloween fun at the Zoo with trick-or-treating, characters & dance party.
Community Campfire – Lower Frick Park
Gather around a campfire in Frick Park for an evening of community fun.
Bark or Treat
Free Halloween costume parade for dogs at Hartwood Acres dog park—bring your pup.
Stewardship Days – Hays Woods Park
Family-friendly stewardship day at Hays Woods—help with trail care and nature exploration.
Campfire Ghost Stories
Family-friendly campfire ghost stories and songs perfect for fall and spooky season fun.
Slightly Spooky Beginner’s Mushroom Walk
Family-friendly mushroom walk exploring fungi in a spooky autumn setting.
Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC vs Birmingham Legion FC
Professional soccer match featuring Pittsburgh Riverhounds at F.N.B. Stadium.
Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs Birmingham Legion
Riverhounds vs Birmingham Legion with fireworks and Fan Appreciation Night.
Sensory Nature Walk and Parent/Caregiver Education Seminar
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly nature walk with caregiver education at Frick Environmental Center.
McKinley Park Community Grove Ribbon Cutting Ceremony + Community Celebration
Community celebration and ribbon cutting for new McKinley Park grove in Pittsburgh.
LIVING HISTORY DAY! FALL FAMILY DAY: HARVEST AT HANNA’S TOWN, CHILDREN’S TRICK OR TREAT!
Living History Day at Hanna's Town—harvest crafts, trick-or-treating & fall fun.
Living Collection Series: Life Cycle of Trees
Educational tour exploring how trees change through seasons at the Frick Pittsburgh.
Animal Encounters at the Schenley Park Visitor Center
Close-up animal encounters at Schenley Park Visitor Center.
Pumpkin Patch Parade
Mt. Lebanon's festive autumn parade celebrating the season with pumpkins and community spirit.
2026 Pittsburgh Gold Zone Tailgate vs. Georgia Tech
Tailgate party at Pitt football game vs. Georgia Tech.
Pittsburgh Panthers Football vs. Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Football
Pittsburgh Panthers Football vs. Georgia Tech at Acrisure Stadium.
Walk4Friendship and Friendship 5 K
Annual friendship walk & 5K fun run for families—move together, make memories.
Steelers vs Browns
Watch the Steelers take on the Browns at Acrisure Stadium—iconic NFL matchup.
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Cleveland Browns
Support the Steelers as they take on the Cleveland Browns in NFL action.
Cleveland Browns at Pittsburgh Steelers
Cleveland Browns at Pittsburgh Steelers NFL game.
Duquesne Dukes Football vs. Robert Morris Colonial Football
Duquesne Dukes football takes on Robert Morris at Rooney Athletic Field.
Trail Tour in Hays Woods Park – Lichens and Air Quality
Guided nature tour at Hays Woods exploring lichens and their role as air-quality indicators.
Latin American and Caribbean Festival
Pittsburgh's largest Latin American and Caribbean cultural celebration with music, food, and traditions.
Pittsburgh Panthers Football vs. Florida State Seminoles Football
Pitt Panthers football vs. Florida State at Acrisure Stadium — major college game day.
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.
Let it Glow Tree Lighting Celebration
Festive tree-lighting celebration in Pittsburgh.
Robert Morris Colonial Football vs. LIU Sharks Football
College football game at Joe Walton Stadium—fun family outing to cheer on Robert Morris.
Birding Pittsburgh’s Parks – August Wilson Park
Guided birding walk through August Wilson Park—spot local species and learn from naturalists.
Robert Morris University Colonials Football vs LIU
College football game at Joe Walton Stadium—fun family outing to cheer on Robert Morris.
Meadowcroft’s Taffy Pull & Fall Finale
Pull fresh taffy and celebrate fall at Meadowcroft's seasonal finale festival.
Robert Morrris University Colonials Football Season Tickets
College football season at Joe Walton Stadium—cheer on Robert Morris.
Steelers vs Broncos
Steelers take on the Denver Broncos at Acrisure Stadium, Friday, Nov 27.
Santa Trolley
Ride a festive trolley with Santa and explore seasonal holiday fun.
Denver Broncos at Pittsburgh Steelers
Watch the Steelers take on the Broncos at Acrisure Stadium.
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Denver Broncos
Professional football spectator event — cheer on the Steelers vs. Denver.
Sunday Songwriters Series at Schenley Park Visitor Center
Live acoustic songwriting performances in scenic Schenley Park—family-friendly music outdoors.
Breakfast or Lunch with Santa
Meet Santa and animal ambassadors over breakfast or lunch at the zoo.
Jingle Bell Run 5K Pittsburgh
Run, walk, or stroll the festive Jingle Bell Run 5K in Pittsburgh.
Steelers vs Texans
Steelers vs Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium, Sunday, December 6th.
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Houston Texans
Professional football spectator event — cheer on the Steelers vs. Houston.
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Houston Texans
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium
Science Stroll: Owl Prowl at Wingfield Pines
Evening nature walk to spot owls at Wingfield Pines Conservation Area.
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.
More events outside the Pittsburgh area
6 events farther afield.
PARC Free Guided Tour
Free guided nature walk at Powdermill Nature Reserve exploring local ecosystems & wildlife.
Family Nature Walk
Guided nature walk for families at Powdermill Nature Reserve to explore local habitats & wildlife.
Fort Ligonier Days
Historic Fort Ligonier comes alive with battle demos, cannon fire, and Revolutionary War reenactments.
Pittsburgh, PA Monster Truck Wars
High-octane monster truck racing brings family-friendly thrills to Pittsburgh.
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- Parks and trails, outdoor festivals, farmers markets, splash pads, and concerts in the park — this list shows what's on outdoors now.