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Pop-Ups in the Parks
SAVE THE DATE: Pop Ups in the Parks is back for our 5th summer of fun! Bring your family and enjoy interactive arts activities, games, crafts, community resources, and FREE ICE CREAM.
Impett Park- Friday, July 31- 5:30pm-7:30pm
Gunning Park and Rec Center- Friday, August 14- 5:30pm-7:30pm
Davinwood Park- Friday, September 4- 5:30pm-7:30pm
Pop-Ups in the Parks
SAVE THE DATE: Pop Ups in the Parks is back for our 5th summer of fun! Bring your family and enjoy interactive arts activities, games, crafts, community resources, and FREE ICE CREAM.
Impett Park- Friday, July 31- 5:30pm-7:30pm
Gunning Park and Rec Center- Friday, August 14- 5:30pm-7:30pm
Davinwood Park- Friday, September 4- 5:30pm-7:30pm
Euclid Beach Park Day!
Collinwood Nottingham Historical Society Proudly Restarts Euclid Beach Park Day!
Across the street from (not in) the old Cleveland Metroparks site.
At the Collinwood Rec Center Indoors!
Ride the Rocket Ship Car. See the newly restored Arch.
This event continues the Euclid Beach event that was formerly held in Euclid Beach Metroparks.
Squire's Castle Family Campout
Join us for an overnight adventure at Squire’s Castle, sleeping outdoors under the stars! This family-friendly camping experience will include staff-led demonstrations and activities, delicious s’mores around the campfire, exploring Squire’s Castle and the nearby trails, and countless memories made! . Pets and personal fire pits/charcoal grills are NOT allowed.
Fees: $15 per person (All guests MUST register) Ages: 2 years & under Free
If you have any questions regarding this program or need accommodations, feel free to call 216-341-1704, Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm, or contact OR@clevelandmetroparks.com.
Pop-Ups in the Parks
SAVE THE DATE: Pop Ups in the Parks is back for our 5th summer of fun! Bring your family and enjoy interactive arts activities, games, crafts, community resources, and FREE ICE CREAM.
Impett Park- Friday, July 31- 5:30pm-7:30pm
Gunning Park and Rec Center- Friday, August 14- 5:30pm-7:30pm
Davinwood Park- Friday, September 4- 5:30pm-7:30pm
America 250 Sound Bites of Summer Mr. Jeff & Disco Inferno
On Sunday evenings, and 1 Sunday Afternoon the sweet sounds of music and friendly greetings fill the air at the South Central Park at the Gazebo with the North Ridgeville Parks & Recreation Summer Concert Series.
The FREE concerts have a variety of performers appropriate for all age groups. All are invited to bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy this traditional summer pastime.
1:00pm: Mr. Jeff
2:30pm: Dance to Evolve Demonstration
3:00pm: Cheernastics Demonstration
5:00pm: Disco Inferno
Papa Sal's Kitchen and Big House BBQ Food trucks, Bone-Appetite Creamery, Rockin Refreshments and a Beer Garden, which will open at 5pm, will be available for those in attendance for refreshments.
Come thirsty & Hungry and ready to enjoy a bite from the food
trucks while enjoying the musical talents of the
bands coming this year!
NEW THIS YEAR: The Beer Garden: Cash Beer sales
for added Concert Enjoyment.
Squire's Castle Family Campout
Join us for an overnight adventure at Squire’s Castle, sleeping outdoors under the stars! This family-friendly camping experience will include staff-led demonstrations and activities, delicious s’mores around the campfire, exploring Squire’s Castle and the nearby trails, and countless memories made! . Pets and personal fire pits/charcoal grills are NOT allowed.
Fees: $15 per person (All guests MUST register) Ages: 2 years & under Free
If you have any questions regarding this program or need accommodations, feel free to call 216-341-1704, Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm, or contact OR@clevelandmetroparks.com.
Summer Fling on the Farm
Summer Fling Open House!
Ready for some fluffy fun? Gather your family and friends and join us for a weekend of smiles, fresh country air, and adorable alpacas!
July 25 & 26 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Meet our friendly alpacas
Fall in love with our new baby crias!
Snap unforgettable photos with your favorite fluffy friends
Browse our farm store filled with luxurious alpaca products and unique gifts
Relax, explore, and enjoy a fun summer day on the farm!
Whether you’re visiting for the first time or coming back to see your favorite alpacas, there’s always something new to experience—and this year, our newest little ones can’t wait to meet you!
FREE Admission
We can’t wait to welcome you to the farm for a weekend of adorable faces, happy memories, and summertime fun! See you July 25 & 26!
City of Hudson Tuck-A-Truck
🚛👨👩👧👦 Touch A Truck 2026
The City of Hudson is excited to announce the annual Touch A Truck event in partnership with Hudson City School District. We invite families to explore a wide variety of vehicles, meet the people who operate them, and enjoy an interactive, educational experience designed for all ages.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026 (Rain or Shine)
Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Bus lot off of North Hayden Parkway (between McDowell Early Learning School & East Woods Intermediate School)
The event features a sensory-friendly hour from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m., offering a quieter experience with no horns, sirens, or flashing lights.
2026 Lake Erie Sand Sculpture Tour
🏖️Lake Erie Sand Sculpture Tour hits Lake County, OH!
☀️Five sculptures. Five destinations. One unforgettable stretch of Lake Erie shoreline.
🩴5 Sand Sculpture Locations:
📍Lakefront Lodge
📍Mentor Lagoons Nature Preserve & Marina
📍Headlands Beach State Park
📍Fairport Harbor Lakefront Park
📍Bill Stanton Park
🪣Professional Sand Sculptors Carl Jara and Greg J. Grady
📅Sand Sculpture Tour Day Sat, July 11, 12-4 PM
📍Headlands Beach Event & Mystic Market
☀️Live Music, 80+ Vendors, Food Trucks
The Big Bounce America
Get ready, Cleveland! The Big Bounce America is about to blow up (literally!) at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds from July 11-12.
This isn’t your average weekend outing—it’s a 50,000+ sq. ft. inflatable adventure featuring the World’s Largest Bounce House, a 900-foot obstacle course, live DJs, and nonstop high-energy fun.
From kids to parents to adults-only sessions, this is your chance to bounce off the walls (and everything else) and let loose like never before.
Expect: Giant slides, ball pits & climbing towers Live DJs + dance party atmosphere Epic obstacle courses & sports challenges Immersive themed zones
Whether you're bringing the family or rounding up friends, this is one event you won’t want to miss.
Jump into www.thebigbounceamerica.com and grab your tickets now before they bounce away!
Use code CLE10 for 10% off tickets!
Fishin' for Free
If you're looking for something to do with your family on Saturday, June 27th, consider checking out the Fishin' for Free event. All supplies are provided and there's free ice cream! This event is taking place during the Lorain International Festival and is presented by the Suicide Prevention Coalition.
Father's Day Car Show
Start your engines for one of the region’s most beloved Father’s Day traditions at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens!
This year’s theme “A Century of Mopar”, celebrates the legacy of iconic muscle cars and automotive power through the decades. Car enthusiasts will enjoy an impressive lineup of classic and specialty vehicles on the Great Meadow, plus exciting new additions including a Touch-A-Truck experience with the City of Akron.
Two genuine Hollywood movie cars will be on display, chosen in the spirit of Ohio Goes to the Movies, a Signature Event of America 250-Ohio and this year's Mopar theme. We'll have the Nash Bridges Hero Car-1971 Plymouth 'Cuda, and the Fast & Furious 1973 Plymouth 'Cuda from Furious 7 on display right in front of the Manor House!
Included with your admission is access to our America 250 exhibition, The Families That Built Akron, offering a powerful look at the people and industries that shaped our region’s history.
From horsepower to history, this is a full day of family-friendly fun you won’t want to miss!
A Goofy Movie in the Parks
Bring your family & celebrate dad with a fun, free movie at Eat River Park
8:00 PM - Food Trucks & Karaoke
9:00 PM - Movie
Fam Jam
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s annual FREE summer family festival will have tons of family-friendly activities, live performances, and community partners.
Fam Jam is one of our FREE Rock the Block Community Days, presented by the John P. Murphy Foundation. Learn more about all our community programs and initiatives here.
PERFORMANCES
10:30-11:30am – Mr. Jeff
11:30am-12:30pm – The Mechanics, The Rock Hall’s House Band
12:30pm-1:30pm – Interactive Line Dancing
1:30-2:00pm – Center for Arts Inspired Learning
PARTNERS AND ACTIVITIES
Instrument Exploration with the Rock Hall Education Department
The Cleveland Orchestra
Book Nook with Cleveland Public Library
Poster Printing with Future Ink Graphics
The Center for Arts Inspired Learning
Beck Center for the Arts
Hungry for Music
Face painting
Balloon Twisting with Flower Clown
Bubbles with Bubble Wanda
INSTRUMENT DRIVE
We are partnering with Center for Arts Inspired Learning and Hungry for Music for an instrument drive. CAL is seeking donations of acoustic guitars, violins, keyboards (excluding large pianos), and drums or percussion instruments, including specific drums such as djembe and timbau. Hungry for Music will collect any additional instruments (excluding large pianos) folks are interested in donating to music education programs.
MUSEUM ADMISSION
This is a free community event that takes place outside on the Rock Hall’s Plaza. Event RSVP is for the outdoor event only, separate admission is required for the Museum. Museum admission is always free for Members and City of Cleveland residents through the CLE VIP program, and we provide deeply discounted admission for those with significant financial barriers through the Museums for All Program.
North Royalton Summerween Movie Night
Calling all ghosts and ghouls, a frightfully fun event is lurking just around the corner! Thank you, Discount Drug Mart North Royalton, for providing the hotdogs and buns for our upcoming June Movie Night!
This Summerween event is planned for this Friday, June 19 at Memorial Park, 14600 State Road! It's a Halloween-themed event, so come dressed to scare! We'll be showing "Hotel Transylvania 3 - Summer Vacation"!
In addition to free hotdogs, we'll also be serving up free popcorn and boo-berry juice, beginning at 8 p.m. Frios Gourmet Pops will also be available for purchase. The movie starts at dusk. Bring your chair and blankets! We'll see you Friday ... if you dare!
2026 Vermilion Festival of the Fish
Father’s Day Weekend | June 19–21, 2026
Theme: The Codfather – Sleeps with the Fishes!
Downtown Vermilion is going full mobster as our favorite events take on a legendary mafia twist, Crazy Craft Regatta/Race, Lighted Boat Event, Sandcastle Building Contest, and the Festival Parade, all inspired by the Codfather himself.
Expect a weekend filled with live music, incredible food vendors, arts & crafts, family fun, fireworks, and nonstop entertainment along the shores of Lake Erie and throughout Downtown Vermilion.
2026 FESTIVAL HOURS
• Friday: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• Saturday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
• Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Presented by the Vermilion Chamber of Commerce, the Festival of the Fish celebrates 60 years of maritime heritage, small-town charm, and unforgettable community spirit.
Dress sharp, build bold, decorate big, and stay tuned for updates.
vermilionohio.com
Because around here… the Codfather is always watching.
City of Broadview Heights Movie Night: The Spongebob Movie
Grab your blankets and chairs because it’s movie night under the stars, hosted by the Broadview Heights Community Foundation! Join us at the city amphitheater on Saturday, June 6th, as we dive into the wacky underwater world of 'The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants' at dusk!
Pack your favorite snacks or treat yourself to some snacks and drinks available for purchase. Just a friendly reminder: leave your furry friends at home for this one. Come ready to laugh, relax, and enjoy a fantastic evening with friends and family! Can’t wait to see you there!
Cleveland Metroparks Mobile Outreach 50th Anniversary Celebration
For half a century, Mobile Outreach has brought nature experiences directly to Cleveland and its neighboring communities by “Bringing the Parks to the People.” This family-friendly celebration will feature hands-on activities for all ages, engaging experiences with community organizations, and plenty of opportunities to learn, play and connect with nature.
Bring your family, invite your friends, and help us celebrate 50 years of making nature, education and discovery accessible throughout our community.
Medina Touch a Truck
Come explore trucks of all shapes and sizes, fire engines, school buses, police cars, and more! From 10 am – 1 pm, take a ride in the original Old Phoenix Stagecoach. Sensory–Friendly Hour from 9 am to 10 am for attendees who have difficulties with loud noises. There will be quiet music and no loud noises, such as revving engines, sirens, or horns.
Geauga Park District Touch-a-Truck
Get an up-close look at the vehicles and equipment of Geauga Park District in honor of America 250‘s Ohio MOVES: Transportation Month!
Many of the tractors, trucks and construction equipment that we use to keep your parks in tip-top shape will be parked onsite for hands-and-feet-on discovery by kids of all ages. Check back soon for a list of which vehicles will be on hand and touchable as it becomes available.
When onsite parking fills, fast and free school-bus-style shuttles will run from our overflow parking site at ASM International, 0.6 mile east of The West Woods on Route 87. Consider it another vehicle to touch on your trip!
Holden Arboretum Open House
Immerse yourself in a day of nature exploration, entertainment, and community fun at the Arboretum Open House!
Seedling Giveaway
American Elderberry Sambucus canadensis is an adaptable, native Ohio shrub. Its flowers attract many beneficial pollinators, and its fruit is favored by numerous songbirds. Limited quantity.
Tree Planting
Join Holden Forests & Gardens for a ceremonial tree planting on Saturday, April 25 at the Holden Arboretum. Come by and learn more about the trees, where they came from, and why we chose them for their respected locations. Ethan Johnson, Plant Records Curator, will provide remarks and go in-depth about the newly planted Red Maple (Burgandy Bell), at noon at the peninsula on Lotus Pond.
Tour Schedule
Wildflower Garden, 10am-11am
Join Senior Horticulturist, Dawn Gerlica, for a walk among the wildflowers to look at native Ohio trees in the Myrtle S. Holden Wildflower Garden and learn about the habitats where they can be found.
Working Woods, 11:15am-12:15pm
Join the Working Woods Hub Manager, Becah Troutman, for a guided tour of the Working Woods Learning Forest, a demonstration site and living laboratory at The Holden Arboretum.
Arboretum South Loop, 12-1pm
Join one of our gardeners for a tour of the Display Garden! Learn about the fascinating history and folklore behind some of the Arboretum’s best specimens. This tour is welcome for people of any age and background!
Working Woods, 1pm-2pm
Join the Working Woods Hub Manager, Becah Troutman, for a guided tour of the Working Woods Learning Forest, a demonstration site and living laboratory at The Holden Arboretum.
Remarkable Trees, 1pm-2pm
Join the Plant Records Curator, Ethan Johnson, for a tour or remarkable trees just a short distance from the Corning Library and Visitor Center. Also, questions about plants are most welcome!
Cleveland Botanical Garden Community Day
Join us for a day of environmental awareness, community engagement, and fun activities in celebration of Arbor Day!
Seedling Giveaway
American Elderberry Sambucus canadensis is an adaptable, native Ohio shrub. Its flowers attract many beneficial pollinators, and its fruit is favored by numerous songbirds. Limited quantity.
Arbor Week Sneak Peek Tours
From the lab to the forest to the glasshouse—join us for a series of special opportunities to peek behind the scenes and engage with our plant and animal experts. Each tour will feature mission-related work through the lens of research, conservation, and stewardship. Learning something new is the perfect way to celebrate the lead up to Arbor Day! Free; registration required.
Tree Planting
Join Holden Forests & Gardens for a ceremonial tree planting on Friday, April 24 at the Cleveland Botanical Garden. Come by and learn more about the trees, where they came from, and why we chose them for their respected locations. A member of our leadership team will plant Magnolia acuminata, Yellow Cucumber Tree magnolia, at 2:30 p.m. in the Gateway Garden at Cleveland Botanical Garden.
Story Walk: Maple Sugaring
Read a book with a naturalist about how maple syrup is made, starting from the tree and ending at the breakfast table. Afterwards, take a short hike to look for some tapped trees.
Registration required. Register children only.
Eligibility
Registration Opens February 15, 9:30 a.m.
3 – 4 years w/ adult, register children only
Maple Sugaring at Rocky River Reservation
Experience a decades-old tradition for yourself at Maple Grove Picnic Area and learn all about the process of maple sugaring. Begin with a self-guided hike through the sugarbush, walk through our historical sugar-making stations, visit the sugarhouse, and wrap up your visit with a sample of our own maple syrup on a mini pancake.
- Food truck available on site while supplies last and weather permitting.
- Locally made maple candy will be for sale 3/$1.00 (cash only) while supplies last.
- Rocky River Nature Shop will be on-site at Maple Grove each day during the event selling Ravine's Edge maple syrup, while supplies last. 8 oz. bottles are $12.50. Ravine's Edge is made in Medina, OH. Proudly Veteran-Owned. Proudly Family-Operated. Proudly American Agriculture.
PARKING: Park at the Lagoon Picnic Area and follow the signs for a short walk to Maple Grove Picnic Area.
Terrain: natural surface, mud, ice
Maple Sugaring Weekend
Visitors enjoy a wagon ride to the Woodland Center to witness the process of producing maple syrup as sap is collected from 1,000 taps through a network of tubing and pumps. Follow the steps from collecting and boiling sap to producing maple syrup and candy. Discover how trees are tapped and see the tubing that connects the multiple taps together. Help gather sap from bucket taps and learn how to make maple syrup in your own backyard! Farmpark’s own maple syrup and candy will be for sale.
Pancake Breakfast
Pancakes served 10 am to 3 pm in the café. Adults $11 Youth $8
Breakfast includes: Pancakes • Potatoes • Bacon • Sausage with Farmpark maple syrup
Beverages $2: Coffee • Hot chocolate • Milk • Juice box • Can of soda • Bottled water
Click here for Feb. 28 & March 1 event program.
Click here for March 7 & 8 event program.
Maple Sugaring at Rocky River Reservation
Experience a decades-old tradition for yourself at Maple Grove Picnic Area and learn all about the process of maple sugaring. Begin with a self-guided hike through the sugarbush, walk through our historical sugar-making stations, visit the sugarhouse, and wrap up your visit with a sample of our own maple syrup on a mini pancake.
- Food truck available on site while supplies last and weather permitting.
- Locally made maple candy will be for sale 3/$1.00 (cash only) while supplies last.
- Rocky River Nature Shop will be on-site at Maple Grove each day during the event selling Ravine's Edge maple syrup, while supplies last. 8 oz. bottles are $12.50. Ravine's Edge is made in Medina, OH. Proudly Veteran-Owned. Proudly Family-Operated. Proudly American Agriculture.
PARKING: Park at the Lagoon Picnic Area and follow the signs for a short walk to Maple Grove Picnic Area.
Terrain: natural surface, mud, ice
Hand-feed a Chickadee
Stop by to hand-feed the chickadees. We will supply the black oil sunflower seeds and instructions that help make this experience one to remember. Hand-feed during designated program times only. Hand washing/sanitizer required after hand-feed.
Registration is not required. Please drop by Brecksville Nature Center anytime between: 10 a.m. – noon
Maple Sugaring Weekend
Visitors enjoy a wagon ride to the Woodland Center to witness the process of producing maple syrup as sap is collected from 1,000 taps through a network of tubing and pumps. Follow the steps from collecting and boiling sap to producing maple syrup and candy. Discover how trees are tapped and see the tubing that connects the multiple taps together. Help gather sap from bucket taps and learn how to make maple syrup in your own backyard! Farmpark’s own maple syrup and candy will be for sale.
Pancake Breakfast
Pancakes served 10 am to 3 pm in the café. Adults $11 Youth $8
Breakfast includes: Pancakes • Potatoes • Bacon • Sausage with Farmpark maple syrup
Beverages $2: Coffee • Hot chocolate • Milk • Juice box • Can of soda • Bottled water
Click here for Feb. 28 & March 1 event program.
Click here for March 7 & 8 event program.
Touch-A-Truck
Join us at LCCC for a free, family-friendly Touch-A-Truck event! Kids and adults alike can climb aboard, explore, and discover a wide variety of impressive trucks. Meet the skilled community professionals who operate them, learn how they work, and enjoy a hands-on experience that’s fun and educational for all ages.
To be held at LCCC Parking Lot 3, 1005 Abbe Rd. N, Elyria, OH 44035. RAIN or SHINE.
*Free to attend
*Sensory Friendly Hour 10:30am-11:30am (No lights, sirens, horns, or music)
Music will be provided by DJ, Jonathan Whitfield Sr. 11:30am-2pm
Food Vendors – Gullett Hotdogs, Jones Bones BBQ, CLE Chicken, Bone Appetit Creamery
Parks & Rec – Robot naming contest