Thursday, July 9 through Saturday, September 12
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
6:30 - 10:30 p.m.
Experience the wonder of Cleveland Metroparks Zoo illuminated after dark, featuring live acrobatic performances every hour on the Fifth Third Bank Stage and a variety of culturally inspired cuisine at the MetroHealth Asian Food Market. Join us for a spectacular drone show on the final night of Asian Lantern Festival!
Saturday, September 12
North Chagrin Nature Center
North Chagrin Reservation
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Join the nocturnal fun and enjoy FREE, family-friendly activities, games and crafts that celebrate the wonders of nature at night! A food truck will be onsite with a variety of options for purchase.
Saturday, September 19
Rivergate Park, 1785 Merwin Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join Cleveland Metroparks and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources as we work to restore these endangered fish to one of their historic spawning grounds in the Great Lakes. Lake Sturgeon Fest is a free, family-friendly event featuring educational activities, trivia games, crafts and more!
Saturday, September 19
Cleveland Cliffs Bike Park,
Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation
10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Come and race the clock at our first mid-week Pump Track Race at Cleveland-Cliffs Bike Park! You will get your chance to race the clock to see how you stack up against other riders. We will utilize the Competition Pump Track where we’ll have one racer on the course at a time.
Sunday, September 20
Brookside Reservation
10 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Kids can get behind the wheel of approximately 50 vehicles, including construction trucks and large equipment at this free outdoor event. Ride the trackless train and interact with costume characters. Guests attending Touch-a-Truck also receive a $5 discount on admission the same day to Cleveland Metroparks Zoo.
Saturday - Sunday September 26 - 27
Squire's Castle,
North Chagrin Reservation
1:00 p.m. - 11:00 a.m.
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! $15 per person.
Cleveland Metroparks Mobile Nature Shop is on the move. Shop our latest merchandise at an event near you!