Outdoor things to do with kids in Toledo
Get the kids outside. Here are the outdoor family events happening around Toledo right now.
Sundown in Downtown with Antique Outlaws
Live concert from Antique Outlaws at Sundown in Downtown, Benson.
Drawing Camp 9y-13y
Drawing camp for tweens ages 9–13 in Clayton.
America Revisited
Live concert in Clayton featuring America Revisited.
Downtown Clayton Concert: All My Rowdy Friends with Nicholas Vernon
Family-friendly concert at Clayton Town Square.
An Evening with Florence Dore (band) w/The Carolina Junebugs
Live music festival in Wake Forest featuring Florence Dore and The Carolina Junebugs.
Homeschool Field Trip
Homeschool field trip opportunity in Fuquay-Varina.
Adventure Squad Grow Fresh. Eat What's In Season!
Hands-on garden camp: kids grow & eat seasonal produce at Orange County Public Library.
Nature Discovery Butterfly Walk
Guided butterfly walk at Prairie Ridge nature preserve in Raleigh.
Happy Birthday #308! at New Hope Valley Railway ⭐️
Celebrate a historic railroad caboose's 100th birthday at New Hope Valley Railway.
5 Seconds of Summer and The Band Camino
5 Seconds of Summer concert at Coastal Credit Union Music Park.
Tickets On Sale Now! Disney Descendants, ZOMBIES & Camp Rock: Worlds Collide Concert Tour
Disney Descendants, ZOMBIES & Camp Rock concert—all-ages family pop music fun.
Friday Family Flicks- The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Family movie night featuring the Super Mario Galaxy film in Garner.
Seed Starting for Fall and Winter Vegetables
Learn seed-starting techniques for fall & winter veggies at Duke Gardens.
Story time on the Farm at Smith's Nursery and Produce Farm in Benson
Farm storytime at Smith's Nursery & Produce with books & animals every Friday.
Carolina Fall Boat Show & Sale 2026
Fall boat show & sale at NC State Fairgrounds in Raleigh.
Community Plant Swap
Community plant swap in Nashville, NC — bring plants to trade.
Sunflower Gnome
Sunflower Gnome festival in Chapel Hill.
Surfs UP!
Surfs UP festival in Chapel Hill with family-friendly activities.
The Lumina Outdoor Movies featuring Hook
Family-friendly outdoor movie night featuring Hook in Chapel Hill.
NC FOOD CREECHERS Fest
Food festival celebration with family-friendly activities and tasty treats.
Simple Plan, Bowling for Soup, and 3OH!3
Pop-punk nostalgia night with Simple Plan, Bowling for Soup & 3OH!3 at Red Hat Amphitheater.
2026 Soul Picnic
Soul Picnic festival in Knightdale celebrating music, food & community.
Lit for the Culture- The Summer Renaissance Experience
Lit for the Culture Summer Renaissance Experience in Raleigh.
Backyard BBQ Festival
Backyard BBQ Festival in Holly Springs with food, games & family fun.
RAD Days of Summer VI presented by TriangleRAD
RAD Days of Summer festival in Raleigh with family activities.
Arts & Education Festival
Community arts & education festival in Knightdale with activities for all ages.
2026 Frat BBQ Festival -- local charities to benefit from proceeds!
BBQ festival with local charities benefiting from proceeds.
North Carolina Courage vs. Houston Dash
Professional women's soccer: NC Courage vs. Houston Dash in Cary.
KAYTRADAY! FALL 2026 TOUR (Raleigh, NC)
Fall touring festival with live music and entertainment.
Memphis Redbirds vs Durham Bulls
Minor-league baseball: Memphis Redbirds visit Durham Bulls.
Memphis Redbirds at Durham Bulls
Minor-league baseball: Memphis Redbirds vs. Durham Bulls at Durham Bulls Athletic Park.
Raleigh's 'All Things Groovy' Hippie Fest | 3rd Annual
Annual hippie-themed festival in Raleigh with food, music & groovy vibes.
Art Cart at Downtown Cary Park
Free art activities at Downtown Cary Park—create outdoors at the mobile Art Cart.
Kids Midweek Meet Ups at Amelia Playground in Clayton
Casual midweek playdates for kids at Amelia Playground in Clayton.
Little Explorers: Woodland Creatures, Big and Small
Explore woodland creatures big and small at Palmer Drive in Raleigh.
Jordan Davis
Country artist Jordan Davis at the Red Hat Amphitheater—outdoor summer concert experience.
Summer at the Springs Featuring All Y'all Country All-Stars
Summer festival in Holly Springs featuring country music and outdoor entertainment for the whole family.
Blast from the Past, Pittsboro, NC
Blast from the Past festival in Pittsboro — nostalgic fun for the whole family.
Fridays at Old Mill Farm ⭐️
Weekly farm-based gathering with live music and food trucks at Old Mill Farm.
Back To School Bash
Community back-to-school celebration with activities and fun for kids heading into the new year.
NCMA Movies at Moore Square: Wicked: For Good (2025)
Wicked: For Good outdoor screening at Moore Square — family movie night in Raleigh.
Food Truck Friday
Food trucks and community fun every Friday at Circle Drive in Pittsboro.
Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival
Local artists & crafts vendors showcase at Cary's family-friendly festival.
Pack Like a Guide: a 10 Essentials Hike (FREE CLASS)
Free hiking class teaching 10 essentials—perfect for families learning outdoor skills in Bahama.
Muddy Kids Raleigh, NC
Kids get muddy and have outdoor fun at this family-friendly event near Raleigh.
For The Girls Vintage Market x Durham Central Park
Vintage market at Durham Central Park—great for browsing treasures with the family.
NWSL - North Carolina Courage vs Boston Legacy
NWSL women's soccer: North Carolina Courage vs Boston Legacy at WakeMed Soccer Park.
Way to GROW! ColorFestival Homecoming
Way to GROW! ColorFestival Homecoming in Henderson celebrates community with activities for all.
Mossarium Workshop
Hands-on mossarium workshop—build a living ecosystem in a jar.
The Lumina Outdoor Movies featuring Mama Mia!
Outdoor movie screening of Mamma Mia! on Market Street, Chapel Hill—sing-along fun under the stars.
Jack Johnson and Lake Street Dive
Jack Johnson and Lake Street Dive at Coastal Credit Union Music Park—family-friendly outdoor concert.
Smithfield's Signature Farmers Market
Weekly farmers market at Smithfield's Town Hall Park with fresh produce & local vendors.
Nitro Circus 2.0
Nitro Circus 2.0 stunt show at Durham Bulls Athletic Park—high-energy action and thrills.
NC Adventure
NC Adventure festival in Chapel Hill offers outdoor fun and exploration for all ages.
18th Annual Run For Their Lives! 2026
Annual community fun run in Sanford—great for families to walk, run, or cheer together.
Squeeze, Adam Ant, Haircut One Hundred, and Tried
80s new-wave legends Squeeze, Adam Ant & Haircut 100 at Koka Booth Amphitheatre.
Squeeze with Adam Ant and Haircut 100
80s new-wave legends Squeeze, Adam Ant & Haircut 100 at outdoor Cary venue.
Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo Series
Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo Series—eat great food and enjoy outdoor family fun.
Geek and Grub Market (Wizard Edition)
Geek and Grub Market (Wizard Edition) in Durham—collectibles, vendors, and themed fun.
Billy Idol and Devo
Rock legends Billy Idol & Devo at Coastal Credit Union Music Park.
Nature Play Day at NCMA
Free outdoor nature play and exploration at NC Museum of Art's grounds.
Norfolk Tides at Durham Bulls
Minor-league baseball: Norfolk Tides vs. Durham Bulls at Durham Bulls Athletic Park.
Norfolk Tides vs Durham Bulls
Minor-league baseball game between Norfolk Tides and Durham Bulls.
Dix Park Inter-Tribal Pow Wow
Celebrate Native American culture at Dix Park's Inter-Tribal Pow Wow.
Carolina Haitian Food Festival
Taste Haitian cuisine and culture at this colorful community festival.
Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival
Arts and crafts festival in Cary with vendor booths and handmade goods.
North Carolina Courage vs. Angel City FC
Watch the NC Courage women's pro soccer team take on Angel City FC.
Packapalooza
Family-friendly festival with activities and entertainment for all ages.
The Secret Garden Soiree Festival
Arts festival with garden themes and activities for families.
Celebrate National Dog Day! | Pop Art Your Pet | Registration Ends August 24th
Celebrate National Dog Day with pop art pet portraits at Chapel Hill.
Birdwatching for Beginners
Learn to identify birds on a guided walk at Prairie Ridge Ecostation.
Bluegrass Experience at Bynum Front Porch
Live bluegrass music on a front porch in Pittsboro—relaxed outdoor concert.
Butterfly Walk
Spot butterflies and learn about their life cycles on a nature walk at Prairie Ridge.
Spin Doctors, Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms in Cary
Spin Doctors, Blues Traveler & Gin Blossoms outdoor concert—'90s rock for older kids & families.
Live Music with Sixteen Penny Band
Live music with Sixteen Penny Band at Johnson Pond in Fuquay-Varina.
The Lumina Outdoor Movies featuring Beetlejuice
Family-friendly outdoor movie: Beetlejuice on Market Street in Chapel Hill.
The International Festival-Around the World in Raleigh!
International Festival celebrating cultures from around the world in Raleigh.
Forest Grove Festival
Community festival in Durham with activities for all ages.
Chance the Rapper
Chance the Rapper at Red Hat Amphitheater—major touring artist.
War, The Family Stone, and Ohio Players
War, The Family Stone & Ohio Players at Koka Booth Amphitheatre in Cary.
When You Wish Upon A Star
Family festival with Disney-themed magic and entertainment.
Sundays at Sundown with The Orange County All Stars
Family concert series: Sundays at Sundown with The Orange County All Stars in Chapel Hill.
Hippie Hops
Family-friendly festival in Chapel Hill with activities for all ages.
Matthews Alive Festival
Community festival in Matthews with activities and entertainment for families.
Storytime at the Park
Songs & stories outdoors at the Farmers' Market Pavilion—perfect for babies & preschoolers with caregivers.
African American Cultural Festival
Celebrate African American culture and heritage at Raleigh's community festival.
Town of Angier Presents Chairmen of the Board
Town of Angier festival featuring live music entertainment.
Walk on the Wild Side
Guided nature walk exploring native plants and their human connections at Duke Gardens.
Friday Night Scoops & Hooves w/ Fat Cat Ice Cream
Family-friendly ice cream and farm animals at Sunset Lake in Fuquay-Varina.
Music in the Park | Echo Blvd
Free outdoor music concert in Morrisville.
Tulane Green Wave vs Duke Blue Devils
College football: Tulane Green Wave vs Duke Blue Devils at Wallace Wade.
Western Carolina Catamounts vs Campbell Fighting Camels
College football: Western Carolina Catamounts vs Campbell Fighting Camels.
African American Cultural Festival
African American Cultural Festival in downtown Raleigh — all ages.
RaleighWRLD Fest 2026
RaleighWRLD Fest 2026 — diverse music & culture festival.
The ICONS Tour
Guided tour exploring natural-science exhibits and downtown Raleigh at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
Grupo Frontera
Grupo Frontera live at Red Hat Amphitheater in Raleigh.
Museum Untold Tour
Discover untold stories at NC Museum of Natural Sciences' downtown tour; tickets from $25.
Elizabeth City State Vikings vs North Carolina Central Eagles
College football: Elizabeth City State Vikings vs. North Carolina Central Eagles.
The Lumina Outdoor Movies featuring The Princess Bride
Outdoor screening of The Princess Bride on Market Street in Chapel Hill.
Plants Read Too
Story time and nature fun at Plants Read Too in Pittsboro.
Empire of the Sun
Catch indie-pop act Empire of the Sun at Coastal Credit Union Music Park.
Nashville Sounds vs Durham Bulls
Minor-league baseball: Nashville Sounds vs Durham Bulls.
Spaghetti Fundraiser - Lunch Take Out
Support a good cause with a takeout spaghetti lunch in Selma.
FREE Community Dinner
Free community dinner in Selma—a casual gathering for families.
Meet the Keepers
Meet the gardeners of Duke Gardens' Discovery Garden—beekeepers, chicken caretakers, and plant experts.
Richmond Spiders vs NC State Wolfpack
College football: Richmond Spiders vs NC State Wolfpack at Carter-Finley Stadium.
20th Annual NC Hot Sauce Contest & Festival
20th Annual NC Hot Sauce Contest & Festival in Oxford—taste, shop & celebrate local flavors.
Crepe Myrtle Celebration Kick Off Concert
Crepe Myrtle Celebration Kick Off Concert in Angier—seasonal festival with live music.
Friday Night on White
Friday Night on White street festival in Wake Forest—live music and community fun.
Downtown Clayton Concert: CD & The Mix with Peridot Sun
Free downtown concert with CD & The Mix at Clayton Town Square—family-friendly live music.
3rd Annual Family Fest | A Free Day of Family Fun, Community & Creativity
3rd Annual Family Fest—free day of family fun, community, and creative activities.
North Carolina African Restaurant Week Festival 2026
Celebrate African cuisine and culture at this Raleigh restaurant festival.
Caldwell Fall Market 2026!!
Fall market with vendors, crafts, and seasonal fun for the whole family.
East Tennessee State Buccaneers vs North Carolina Tar Heels
College football: ETSU Buccaneers vs North Carolina Tar Heels at Kenan Stadium.
North Carolina A&T Aggies vs North Carolina Central Eagles
College football: NC A&T Aggies vs NC Central Eagles at O'Kelly-Riddick Stadium.
Four Oaks Car, Truck, Motorcycle Show
Car, truck, and motorcycle show—kids love seeing cool vehicles up close.
Acorn Festival
Acorn Festival in Four Oaks—a seasonal celebration with community fun for the whole family.
Birding with Wake Audubon Society
Guided birding walk with Wake Audubon at Museum Park—spot local birds and learn from experts.
Classical Music in the Park
Free classical music performance in Museum Park—bring a blanket and enjoy live music outdoors.
Plant Propagation: Growing New Plants from Cuttings
Learn plant propagation from cuttings with Duke Gardens' curator in this hands-on botany workshop.
BugFest 2026
Hands-on bug exhibits and nature exploration at NC Museum's annual BugFest.
SciREN Triangle and Educator Open House
Educator and family open house exploring nature at NC Museum's facility.
From One to Many: Plant Propagation Walk
Walk with a plant curator to learn propagation techniques at Duke Gardens.
Educator Trek: Backbone of North Carolina
Field-based educator workshop exploring North Carolina's geological backbone.
Diwali Celebration
Family-friendly Diwali celebration in Cary.
Dix Park Inter-Tribal Powwow
Celebrate Native American culture, music, dance & crafts at this vibrant inter-tribal powwow in Raleigh.
Harvest Festival
Celebrate autumn at Duke Gardens with activities, music & demonstrations for all ages.
On the Rocks: A Scree & Crevice Garden Tour
Explore Duke Gardens' scree & crevice gardens and discover tenacious alpine plants.
Spellbound 2026
Spooky Halloween event at Mordecai Historic Park.
Mum’s the Word: Special Walking Tour of Show Chrysanthemums (Oct.)
Learn how chrysanthemums are cultivated into stunning blooms on a guided garden tour.
Botanizing at Occoneechee Mountain
Hike a hidden gem of NC forest with Duke's biology professor to spot diverse native plants.
Mum’s the Word: Special Walking Tour of Show Chrysanthemums (Nov.)
Learn how chrysanthemums are cultivated into stunning blooms on a guided garden tour.
Triangle Orchid Society Fall for Orchids Show
Free orchid show with hundreds of blooming plants, expert talks, and orchids for sale at Duke Gardens.
Kudzu and Wisteria Basket Weaving
Learn basket weaving with invasive plants at Duke Gardens.
Botany Spotlight: Lichen
Nature walk exploring lichen at Duke Gardens.
Holiday Greenery: Build Your Own Wreath
Build a fresh holiday wreath at Duke Gardens.
Stonework of Duke Gardens
Guided tour of Duke Gardens' stunning stonework with master artisan Brooks Burleson.
Midday Meander
Conversational garden stroll with Duke Gardens' director of learning & engagement.
Good to know
- 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.