Outdoor things to do with kids in Toledo
Get the kids outside. Here are the outdoor family events happening around Toledo right now.
Apex Community Dance
Community dance event for all ages in Apex.
UniverSoul Circus
Acrobats, aerialists, and world-class performers light up the circus ring.
Birding with Wake Audubon Society
Guided birding walk with Wake Audubon Society at Museum Park.
North Carolina Tar Heels Football vs. Louisville Cardinals Football
Watch UNC Tar Heels football vs. Louisville at Kenan Stadium.
Pumpkin Drop-Off
Drop off your jack-o'-lantern for eco-friendly composting after Halloween.
North Carolina State Wolfpack Football vs. Syracuse University Football
NC State Wolfpack football vs. Syracuse at Carter Finley Stadium.
NCMA Movies at Moore Square: Wicked: For Good (2025)
Wicked: For Good outdoor screening at Moore Square — family movie night in Raleigh.
Native Tree Planting at Wilson Park
Plant native trees with your family and help restore Wilson Park's ecosystem.
Storytime at the Park
Songs and stories at the Farmers' Market Pavilion for toddlers and young children.
Science Detectives: Coastal Critters
Hands-on science detective adventure exploring coastal critters at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
Nature Storytime (Whiteville)
Nature-themed storytime at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences in Whiteville.
Discovery Drop-In & Storytime
Outdoor storytimes & nature activities in Duke Gardens every Thursday.
Triangle Orchid Society Fall for Orchids Show
Free orchid show with hundreds of blooming plants, expert talks, and orchids for sale at Duke Gardens.
Love Local Fall Into Downtown - Jazz & Jive Night
Downtown Apex street festival with jazz, local vendors, and community vibes.
On The Steps with Kate McGarry & Keith Ganz
Live jazz performance by Kate McGarry & Keith Ganz on the steps in downtown Apex.
Tree Camp
Hands-on tree science and nature exploration camp at Prairie Ridge.
Duke Blue Devils Football vs. Clemson Tigers Football
Watch Duke take on Clemson in college football at Wallace Wade Stadium.
Playdate with Nature (Whiteville)
Outdoor nature exploration program by NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
Campbell Fighting Camels Football vs. Monmouth University Hawks Football
Campbell Fighting Camels play Monmouth University Hawks in college football.
North Carolina Central Eagles Football vs. Morgan State Bears Football
North Carolina Central Eagles face Morgan State Bears in college football.
Nature Play Day at NCMA
Nature Play Day at NC Museum of Art—free outdoor exploration & discovery.
North Carolina Tar Heels Football vs. North Carolina State Wolfpack Football
North Carolina Tar Heels Football vs. North Carolina State Wolfpack Football at Kenan Stadium
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.
Undercover Critters
Explore nature's hidden creatures at Prairie Ridge's interactive outdoor exhibit.
Museum Untold Tour
Museum Untold Tour exploring downtown Raleigh (tickets from $25).
Bird Watch
Family bird-watching program at Chapel Hill Public Library's terrace.
The ICONS Tour
Guided ICONS Tour through downtown Raleigh with natural sciences focus.
Project RESTORE Educator Trek: Waterdog Warriors
Explore waterdog habitats and ecology at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences' Nature Exploration Center.
NCAA DI Women's College Cup Semifinals
Elite college women's soccer semifinal—top-tier athletic competition.
NCAA Division I Women's Soccer Championship
Watch elite women's college soccer at First Horizon Stadium.
Walk Through the Seasons
Follow nature's changes through the year at Prairie Ridge.
2026 NCAA Men's College Cup All Session
Watch NCAA Division I men's soccer championship matches at WakeMed Soccer Park.
NCAA DI Men's College Cup Semifinals
Top college soccer teams compete for the national championship.
Creature Connections (Whiteville)
Meet live animals and learn about local wildlife at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
Stonework of Duke Gardens
Guided tour of Duke Gardens' stunning stonework with master artisan Brooks Burleson.
Winter Lantern Walk
Illuminated lantern walk through museum park—magical winter evening for families.
NCAA DI Women's College Cup Championship
NCAA Division I Women's College Cup Championship soccer at WakeMed Soccer Park.
NCAA DI Men's College Cup Championship
NCAA Division I Men's College Cup Championship soccer at WakeMed Soccer Park.
Midday Meander
Conversational garden stroll with Duke Gardens' director of learning & engagement.
Birdwatching for Beginners
Learn to identify local birds at Prairie Ridge, part of the NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
Wildlife in Winter
Explore how wildlife adapts and survives winter at Prairie Ridge nature preserve.
Live Animal Feeding: Lobster
Watch a live lobster feeding demonstration at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
Winter Native Medicinal Plants: Pine
Discover medicinal pine plants on a winter nature walk at NC Museum of Art—hands-on outdoor learning.
Project RESTORE Educator Trek: Where Swans Fly, Bears Walk, and Wolves Howl
Guided nature trek exploring wildlife habitats at NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
Seed Swap
Swap seeds and learn about plants at NC Museum of Art's outdoor gathering.
Winter Woods Walk
Guided winter nature walk through Museum Park's scenic trails in Raleigh.
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.