Discover Events

Akron RubberDucks vs. Richmond Flying Squirrels

Self-Guided Trail: Bird Humor

Lighten up while hiking the 1.4-mile Quarry Trail with some jokes that aren't just for the birds. Available through September 27.

Self-Guided Story Trail: Berry Song

Enjoy a walk along the 1.3-mile Rock Creek Trail while following a self-guided story trail based on the book, Berry Song. Available through...

Intro to Stand-Up Paddleboarding

Learn how to paddleboard and take a guided tour around the lake with a certified instructor. Minimum age is 13; ages 13 to 17 must be with a...

Nature Drawing for Adults

Join our interpretive artist for an entertaining lesson in nature drawing. Bring a sketchbook, pencil and a sense of humor. Beginners are we...

Metro Parks Ensemble Season Finale

Join us to celebrate the Ensemble's 25th year of music in the parks! The finale concert will be held indoors with doors open to the patio. I...

Forest Bathing for Beginners

Join us for a session of Shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing. Learn the history and benefits of this restorative practice to improve mental and...

Kinderealm: Fabulous Flowers

Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions will discover the fabulous lives of flowers through activities, a story and short hike. Plea...

Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chamber

Nature Collage

Let's make a beautiful nature-inspired collage using recycled paper! Join our interpretive artist for this easy, fun lesson. All materials w...

Virtual: Nature Collage

Let's make a beautiful nature-inspired collage using recycled paper! Join our interpretive artist for this easy, fun lesson. A list of mater...

Homegrown Habitat: Fall Garden Care

Calling all people with yards or green spaces big and small: Join us and learn how to rewild your home landscape. This month, we'll learn th...

Greater Vision

TLC & Salt-N-Pepa with En Vogue - IT'S ICONIC

Nature Tales

Young children and their adult companions can enjoy an interactive nature-themed story time. Make it a fun, family-friendly morning by explo...

Get to Know Coyotes

Join a naturalist on Seneca Deck to explore one of Ohio's most beautiful and misunderstood creatures: the coyote. We'll chat for a bit, then...

O.A.R. Three Decades Tour

Akron Zips Football vs. Robert Morris Colonial Football