Outdoor things to do with kids in Toledo
Get the kids outside. Here are the outdoor family events happening around Toledo right now.
Fourth Friday Art Walk
Stroll Main Street to explore local art, musicians, and makers in action.
Owl Prowl
Evening guided hike at McCloud Nature Park to spot owls and nocturnal wildlife.
Festival of the Turning Leaves
Free three-day fall festival in Thorntown with live music, food, and activities for all ages.
Homecoming 150th Celebration
Celebrate 150 years of Hamilton County history at the Sheriff's Residence and Jail.
Critter Feeding
Watch live animal feeding and learn about reptiles, insects, and amphibians.
Oktoberfest
Indianapolis's Oktoberfest celebration with German beer, food, music, and family fun.
Movies in the Park
Bring a blanket and snacks to watch a movie outdoors on the lawn each summer.
Apple Festival & Craft Show
Two-day fall festival with apple picking, pumpkin patch, 80+ craft vendors, food, and live music.
Atlanta New Earth Festival
Hamilton County's largest festival since 1974 with 600+ vendors, crafts, antiques & entertainment.
Carmel International Arts Festival
Family-friendly arts festival with 130+ international artists, dance, music, entertainment & food.
Indy Eleven vs. Miami FC
Indy Eleven professional soccer match—cheer for your local team.
Celebrating Avon 2026
Free annual family festival celebrating Avon's history, present & future at the public library.
Sazón Latin Food Festival
Family-friendly Latin music and food festival celebrating vibrant cuisines across Latin America.
Celebration of Corn
Corn-filled harvest celebration with hands-on farm activities at Conner Prairie.
Glow in the Park
Glow in the dark fun at Nickel Plate District with black lights, fog, and lasers lighting up the night.
Carmel International Arts Festival
Carmel Arts & Design District hosts artist and food vendor booths with an information center for guests.
Houston Texans vs. Indianapolis Colts - Rivalries
Colts take on Texans in AFC South rivalry—NFL action at home.
Guided Nature Walks: Inspired by Nature
Guided nature walk exploring how the natural world inspires artists at Conner Prairie.
Vandalia Trail Bike Rides
Free family bike rides on scenic Vandalia Trail.
Guided Nature Walks: Folklore
Explore local folklore and history on a guided nature walk at Conner Prairie.
Nature Hike
Explore McCloud Nature Park's trails on a guided nature walk.
Headless Horseman Festival
A beloved fall festival celebrating the legend of Sleepy Hollow with activities for the whole family.
Conner Prairie Headless Horseman Festival
Spooky Headless Horseman Festival at Conner Prairie with Halloween fun for all ages.
Noblesville Heritage Days: Fall Fest & Historic Tours
Two-day fall celebration with historic tours and festival activities in downtown Noblesville.
Campfire Cooking
Cook meals over a campfire in the great outdoors at McCloud.
TreeRunner HallowGlow
Climb, zip, and explore TreeRunner's glowing night forest throughout October.
Howl-O-Ween Party - Yappy Hour at the Dog Park
Halloween party at the dog park with costumes, trick-or-treating, and pet fun.
Street Stock/Ford Figure 8
High-octane racing action featuring Street Stock, Figure 8, and Junior Faskarts divisions.
Barktoberfest
Family-friendly Oktoberfest celebration for dog lovers at Crate Escapes.
Germanfest
Celebrate German culture, food, music, and fun at this family-friendly festival.
Fishers AgriPark Fall Festival
Annual October fall festival at Fishers AgriPark with family activities and seasonal fun.
Potter's Bridge Fall Festival
Live music, craft vendors & food along the scenic White River Greenway in Noblesville.
Market in the Park
Free market in the park—browse local vendors and enjoy outdoor time with family.
Astronomy
Explore the night sky at McCloud Nature Park—free astronomy program.
Guided Nature Walks: Texture Hunting
Touch and explore nature's textures on a sensory-rich guided walk at Conner Prairie.
Curious by Nature: Simple Machines in Action
Learn how simple machines work while ziplining through the air at Conner Prairie.
TADPOLE TIME: Creepy Critters
TADPOLE TIME program explores creepy critters and their habitats.
Fishers AgriPark Fall Festival
Fishers AgriPark Fall Festival celebrates harvest season with farm fun for all ages.
Fishers AgriPark Campout
Camp overnight at a 33-acre working urban farm with family and friends.
Indianapolis 8 Hour - Practice & Qualifying
Watch endurance-racing practice and qualifying for the Intercontinental GT Challenge.
Family Friendly Tree Tour
Guided stroll through Crown Hill Arboretum exploring beautiful trees.
Indy Eleven vs. Tampa Bay Rowdies - Fan Appreciation Night
Professional soccer match with fan appreciation night—great for families new to the sport.
Broad Ripple's Oktoberfest
Indianapolis's beloved Oktoberfest with food, biergarten, and family entertainment.
Monument Circle Art Fair
Regional artists display work around the Monument Circle with live music and visual art.
Fall Foliage Express
Scenic fall train ride on the historic Nickel Plate Road.
Cottage Home Block Party
Indianapolis's beloved historic neighborhood autumn festival with community spirit.
Diwali
Celebrate the Festival of Lights with family at Carmel's annual Diwali festival.
Indianapolis 8 Hour - Race Day
Witness endurance racing's main event at the legendary Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
FEVERDREAM. Halloween 3
Music, arts, and resource festival celebrating Halloween spirit in Noblesville Square.
Ed Sheeran - LOOP Tour
Ed Sheeran headliner with Macklemore, Lukas Graham & Aaron Rowe.
Indianapolis 8 Hour - Other Races
Watch supporting races and events at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Indigenous Peoples Day
Celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day at the Eiteljorg Museum with family-friendly activities.
The Arts in Autumn
Arts celebration in autumn season at Carmel.
Cyanotype Workshop with the Crown Hill’s Artists-in-Residence
Learn cyanotype printing & make your own prints at Crown Hill.
Fall Break Adventure Camp
Full-day fall camp: kids 7–14 climb, zipline & tackle outdoor challenges at TreeRunner.
Indiana Native Tree Walk
Guided nature walk exploring native Indiana trees and wildlife at Carey Grove Park.
World Food Championships - A Global Culinary Showdown in Indianapolis
World Food Championships brings global culinary competition to Indianapolis.
Little Haunt on the Prairie
Family-friendly spooky Halloween fun at Cool Creek Park with age-appropriate activities.
Broad Ripple Spooktacular
Free Broad Ripple Spooktacular with live music, art, shopping, and family fun.
Seed Gathering & Dispersal
Learn how seeds travel in nature on a guided walk at McCloud Nature Park.
Manufacturers Cup Drag Racing Series
Watch top drag racing teams compete at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park in October.
Live music
Acoustic music and sunset views among the flowers at a scenic farm venue.
Halloween Vendor Fair
Halloween-themed vendor fair at Greenwood Happy Haunts.
Indianapolis Pizza Festival presented by GEMCO
The Indianapolis Pizza Festival returns for a one-day celebration of pizza from top local restaurants.
Autumntidings
Autumntidings Fall Fest celebrates the season with fall-themed activities.
Clay Terrace Boo 'n Brew
14th annual Halloween festival with family fun, games, and treats at Clay Terrace mall.
Fall Hallows Market
Autumn craft vendors and seasonal fun at W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park's Fall Hallows Market.
Tennessee Titans vs. Indianapolis Colts - Ring of Honor Induction of Adam Vinatieri and Crucial Catch
Watch the Colts play the Titans with a Ring of Honor celebration for NFL legend Adam Vinatieri.
Guided Nature Walks: Historic Hoosiers
Walk through 1800s–1900s Hoosier history on a guided nature stroll at Conner Prairie.
Tennessee Titans at Indianapolis Colts
Tennessee Titans at Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium
Curious by Nature: Favorite Kid Spot
Homeschoolers explore a favorite kid-friendly spot—the four-story Treetop Outpost—at Conner Prairie.
Birdability Week
Celebrate inclusive birding and discover birds at Conner Prairie during Birdability Week.
Free Movie Series: Hocus Pocus
Free outdoor screening of the Halloween classic Hocus Pocus—perfect family movie night.
Name That Skull!
Identify animal skulls and learn about local wildlife at McCloud Nature Park.
5th Annual CityWay Fall Fest
Autumn festival with pumpkin carving, campfire, and spooky movie—perfect fall family fun.
The Inaugural Indiana Crown Vic State Championship
Root for drivers in the inaugural Indiana Crown Vic State Championship at Indianapolis Speedrome.
Halloween at Forest Park
Festive Halloween celebration at Forest Park brings the community together.
Trick or Treating in the Plaza
Free community trick-or-treating with 40+ booths handing out candy and treats in Westfield.
NHRA Division 3 Fall Classic
NHRA drag racing at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park—thrilling speeds and explosive competition.
Howl-o-ween Dog Egg Hunt
A howling good time: kids and pups hunt eggs in a Halloween twist.
We Walk Indy: Irvington Ghost Tour Walk
Spooky guided ghost tour walk through historic Irvington neighborhood.
Fun in the Forge
Learn blacksmithing basics and forge your own creation at Conner Prairie.
2026 Community Trunk or Treat
FREE community trunk-or-treat event on October 24th for kids across five towns.
Fall Colors Festival
Celebrate autumn foliage and the season at McCloud Nature Park's Fall Colors Festival.
Cooking at the Hearth
Cook a 19th-century meal over an open fire at Conner Prairie's historic house.
Guided Nature Walks: Birdability
Spot birds from a stationary vantage point and celebrate Birdability Week at Conner Prairie.
Indy Jazz Fest Grand Finale at Indy Art Center
Jazz Fest Grand Finale at Indy Art Center—live music for the whole family to enjoy together.
Keychain Critters
Quick craft activity making decorated keychains with animal designs at McCloud Nature Park.
Creatures of the Night
Twilight nature walk with guides to spot owls, migrating geese, and autumn wildlife.
Halloween Night Hike
Spooky evening nature walk perfect for Halloween at McCloud Nature Park.
Trick-or-Treating
Halloween trick-or-treating fun throughout Greenwood.
Trick or Treat on the Rails
Halloween-themed train ride with trick-or-treating aboard the Nickel Plate Express.
Election Day - Live from Delaware Street
Free family-friendly civics celebration at the front door of history on Election Day.
All About Oxen
Hands-on outdoor workshop at Conner Prairie exploring oxen and early American farming.
Civil War Tour
Discover Crown Hill Cemetery's pivotal Civil War history on a guided walking tour.
Levitt Vibe Indianapolis Music Series
Free outdoor music series celebrating diverse artists and cultural traditions.
Dallas Cowboys vs. Indianapolis Colts - White Out
Colts take on the Cowboys in their iconic white-on-white uniforms—a season opener for families.
Curious by Nature: Trails for Kids
Two-mile guided nature trail at Conner Prairie with hands-on discovery stops.
TADPOLE TIME: Turkey Talk
Toddler-friendly nature program featuring Turkey Talk at McCloud Nature Park.
Winter Wreath Workshops
Make your own winter wreath at McCloud Nature Park's festive crafts workshop.
Miami Dolphins vs. Indianapolis Colts - Salute to Service
NFL game: Miami Dolphins vs. Indianapolis Colts with Salute to Service theme.
Curious by Nature: Thriving in the Winter and Living off the Land
Learn survival and winter living with Lenape interpreters at Conner Prairie.
NATURE DISCOVERY: Tracks and Trails
Learn to identify animal tracks and trails on a nature discovery walk.
Candle Workshop
Design and pour your own candles at McCloud Nature Park.
Ornament Workshop
Craft custom holiday ornaments at McCloud Nature Park's seasonal workshop.
Carmel Holiday Trolley
Ride a festive trolley while shopping local boutiques and galleries in Carmel's Arts & Design District.
Santa Tours
Wave to Santa on a traditional fire-truck tour through Carmel this holiday season.
Westfield in Lights
Holiday kickoff with performances, vendors, hot chocolate, and seasonal cheer at Grand Junction Plaza.
2026 Big Ten Championship Football Game
Big Ten college football championship game—thrilling rivalry for sports fans.
Santa Saturdays
Visit Santa and holiday friends at Santa's House in the Indiana Design Center parking lot.
Broad Ripple Lights Up Holiday Festival and Parade
Holiday parade, Santa visits, and Wonderland Village with themed activities for kids.
Holiday Sounds
Free community holiday showcase at Celebration Crossing featuring local school and community musicians performing seasonal favorites.
International Winter Festival
Celebrate global holiday traditions with music, food, and cultural performances at Carmel Midtown Plaza.
Free Movie Series: It’s a Wonderful Life
Free screening of the classic holiday film It's a Wonderful Life.
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