Indoor things to do with kids in Toledo
Rainy day? Too cold to play outside? These indoor family events around Toledo keep the kids busy whatever the weather.
Make Together Get Together
Hands-on maker event at Make.Do. in Cincinnati—create together with family.
Second Saturday: Vintage After Dark Night Market
Vintage After Dark Night Market in Norwood—shop unique finds and enjoy the scene.
STUDY HALL (Open Studio)
Open studio art space in Cincinnati for creative exploration and hands-on making.
BINGO for kids!
BINGO for kids in Middletown—classic family game night fun.
The Lion King (Touring)
Iconic Broadway musical The Lion King at Aronoff Center.
Kathy Mattea
Nationally touring country artist Kathy Mattea at historic Memorial Hall.
Amy Grant
Grammy-winning artist Amy Grant at Ludlow Garage.
Punch Brothers
Acclaimed bluegrass ensemble at Taft Theatre.
Dot & plant- Mandala pot painting
Paint your own mandala pot in a hands-on craft workshop.
RISE UP 2026 TOUR | GOLD CITY & SCOTTY INMAN | COLD SPRING, KY
RISE UP 2026 tour with Gold City & Scotty Inman—gospel music concert.
The Lion King (Touring)
The Lion King touring production at Aronoff Center.
Praise & Worship: Open Mic
Open mic event with praise & worship performances.
Learn to Play Roller Derby
Learn-to-play roller derby class for kids and teens.
Frank Solivan and Dirty Kitchen, The Farmer and The Crow
Bluegrass and folk acts at Southgate House Revival—great for music-loving families.
Pind & Firdaus Present Satinder Sartaaj Heritage Tour 2026
Satinder Sartaaj Heritage Tour at Music Hall Center—world music showcase for all ages.
Hotel California- the Eagles Experience
Hotel California: Eagles Experience at Andiamo—tribute show for classic-rock-loving families.
Killer Competition: The Musical
Killer Competition: The Musical at Wild Oscar's—teen-geared musical comedy.
OMNIMAX® – Ohio: Wild at Heart
Stunning OMNIMAX film showcasing Ohio's natural wonders.
The Great Gatsby (Touring)
The Great Gatsby touring production at Connor Palace—classic tale comes to life.
OMNIMAX® – T.Rex
T.Rex comes alive on the giant OMNIMAX screen.
Emo Night ft. Flicker//Fade Live Band Emo Night!
Emo Night with live band at TSDMAAC—nostalgic rock fun for teens who love the genre.
OMNIMAX® – Cuba: Journey to the Heart of the Caribbean
Explore Caribbean islands and culture via immersive OMNIMAX film.
Westwood Rising: summer STEAM program
Westwood Rising summer STEAM program — hands-on learning for kids.
Voices Unleashed with Arts Equity Collective - Celebrating Everyone's Gift: Spoken Word and Writing Workshop
Youth spoken-word and creative writing workshop celebrating diverse voices.
Science Stage Show
Interactive science demonstrations on the Museum's Science Stage.
Public Rotunda Tours
Guided tours of Cincinnati's historic Rotunda building.
KidSPACE Activities
Hands-on play and learning space for toddlers and preschoolers.
OMNIMAX® – Wild Rescue
Immersive giant-screen film about wildlife rescue and conservation.
“When Wood Becomes Memory” an Exhibition of Paintings and Sculpture by Felix Eboigbe
Art exhibition of paintings and sculpture by Felix Eboigbe.
ELVIS live at the Diner!
Elvis tribute performance at a diner venue.
Ascend Pro: The Wrestling Show Day 2
Professional wrestling show event.
Wayne "The Train" Hancock with Andrew Hibbard at The Liberty Theater
Live country music performance at historic Liberty Theater.
ELVIS, ELVIS, ELVIS - A Tribute to Elvis is back at David's Kitchen & Bar
Elvis tribute show returning at David's Kitchen & Bar.
Amy Grant
Amy Grant concert at Live at the Ludlow Garage.
Surprise Workshop Shows (2 Shows to Choose From!)
Surprise workshop shows downtown Cincinnati—interactive theatrical performances.
Songwriters Round with Eric Erdman, Scott Sean White and Cameron Havens.
Songwriters round featuring Eric Erdman and others—intimate live music.
"Weaving with Paper Ephemera" Workshop with Jonpaul Smith
Paper weaving workshop at Weavers Guild—learn a textile art with hands-on instruction.
The Newbees: Wunderbar Covington!
Live music at Wunderbar Covington — indie/alternative act for teen and older music fans.
Spyro Gyra
Jazz fusion act Spyro Gyra at Ludlow Garage — live music for older kids and families.
The Grail Card Show
Card trading show in Novi featuring collectible grail cards.
Pontiac Youth Theatre Presents High School Musical Jr
High School Musical Jr. by Pontiac Youth Theatre at Flagstar Strand—community youth theater.
BIG3 - 9th Wonder in the Summer - Detroit
BIG3 summer basketball at Little Caesars Arena—celebrity streetball for families.
Baby and Me Yoga
Bonding yoga class designed for babies and parents together.
Storytime - Swimmy
Storytime featuring 'Swimmy'—perfect for toddlers and preschoolers at Hamilton library.
Workshop: Stained Glass Cardinals
Stained glass cardinal workshop in Hamilton—kids craft colorful art keepsakes.
Star-Spangled Cookie Workshop
Decorate patriotic cookies at a kid-friendly craft workshop in Batavia.
Kentucky Barrels vs. Albany Firebirds
Minor-league hockey: Kentucky Barrels vs. Albany Firebirds at Truist Arena.
Alex Warren Presents: Little Orphan Alex Live
Alex Warren brings his heartwarming musical comedy to Rocket Arena in Cleveland.
Stoneware Glazing Workshop
Learn ceramic glazing techniques at Florence Mall workshop.
Princess Playdate - June 27th (Tower Princess) ✨ 🌸
Princess meet-and-greet playdate for young fans in Loveland.
Glass Gardens | Terrarium Workshop
Create your own glass terrarium at this hands-on workshop.
Solomon Cross #2 Signing with Elbert Smith at Crooked Dog Comics
Comic book signing with local artist at Crooked Dog Comics—great for kids who love graphic novels.
Art, Crafts & Designs of India: Free Event - Make Rangoli & Mandalas Event at The Carnegie Center
Free art workshop making rangoli & mandalas—explore Indian art traditions at Carnegie Center.
Listen to Her Heart - A Tom Petty Tribute
Tom Petty tribute band at Belterra Casino Resort—live music for teen music fans.
KY Science Center Science Expo
KY Science Center Science Expo in Falmouth—hands-on STEM fun.
Sensory Saturday
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly museum experience at Cincinnati Art Museum.
Aretha Chapman
Concert by Aretha Chapman at Cincinnati's Memorial Hall.
The Morrow Market - June Edition
Monthly craft and vendor market at Morrow Arts Center — local makers and goods.
Dino Discoveries
Discover dinosaurs and prehistoric life at Museum of Natural History.
Life in the 1850s
Step back in time and explore life in 1850s Cincinnati.
Public Tours
Guided tours through Cincinnati Art Museum's world-class collection.
Cyanotype Printmaking - One Day Workshop
Hands-on cyanotype printmaking workshop in Middletown—kids create sun-print art.
Hands on History: Patterns of the Past
Hands-on history workshop exploring patterns at Lawrenceburg venue.
Journal Comics with Hallie Bateman
Learn comic journaling with cartoonist Hallie Bateman.
Fade Fest Exhibition Boxing
Fade Fest Exhibition Boxing event in Norwood.
Dance Party
High-energy dance party for kids at Cincinnati Museum Center.
Back to the Future of Rock and Roll: A 97X Retro Rock Reunion
Retro rock reunion concert at Fairfield Freshman School.
Wooden Spindle Flag Workshop - $40 - 6/28 11am
DIY wooden spindle flag craft workshop in Morrow.
Monroeville at First Church of Christ
Monroeville performs at First Church of Christ in Burlington.
Dry Ridge Baptist Church welcomes The Kevin Prater Band
The Kevin Prater Band performs at Dry Ridge Baptist Church.
Illumination Station VBS
Vacation Bible School in Batavia—faith-based summer fun for kids.
Smokey Robinson: Legacy of Love Tour
Motown legend Smokey Robinson performs his greatest hits at Northfield Park Racino Center Stage.
Ally Authors of Faith
LGBTQ+ author event at Joseph-Beth Booksellers.
Songs and Stories
Singalong and storytime for babies and young toddlers.
An Evening with Chicago
Legendary rock band Chicago at Fox Theatre Detroit.
Pop Up Art Class For Kids
Drop-in art class for kids in Cincinnati—creative hands-on fun.
Teen Finger Painting
Finger painting for teens—relaxed creative session.
Kindergarten Readiness Camp
Kindergarten prep camp—skills & confidence building for young learners.
Kids Night Out!
Supervised evening program designed for kids to have fun while parents get a break.
3D Flowers Paint Experience @The Artful Gathering
Creative paint class where kids make 3D flower art at The Artful Gathering.
Design-Your-Own Mini Cake Decorating Party (June 30)
Kids design and decorate their own mini cakes at a creative party in Cincinnati.
Wynonna Judd & Melissa Etheridge: Raised On Radio Tour
Wynonna Judd & Melissa Etheridge tour at The Rose Music Center.
Buju Banton & Stephen Marley: Roots and Rhymes Tour
Reggae legends Buju Banton & Stephen Marley at The Fillmore.
Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire - Sing a Song All Night Long
Soul superstars Lionel Richie & Earth, Wind & Fire at Little Caesars.
Clay-mazing Workshop! - Mt. Orab Library
Hands-on clay craft workshop at Mt. Orab Library.
Fourth of July Coloring Contest
Fourth of July coloring contest—free, festive, creative fun.
Garden to Kitchen Preservation Workshop Series: Pickling
Learn pickling & food preservation at Cincinnati's Garden to Kitchen workshop.
Matthew White In Recital
Classical recital at the historic Music Hall.
Voodoo Child – A Rock Tribute Performing Hendrix, Zeppelin, SRV, AC/DC, Clapton & More Featuring 17-Year-Old Guitar Prodigy Tiger Wyatt
Rock tribute to Hendrix, Zeppelin & more, featuring 17-year-old guitar prodigy.
Studio Sessions: MATTHEW WHITE IN RECITAL
Matthew White in recital at Cincinnati Music Hall.
Crochet Celestial Tapestry
Crochet craft workshop in Bethel, OH.
Music@BCM: The Brotherhood Singers & Steve Bonafel & One Iota
Live music showcase at BCM—family-friendly concert performance.
Spoke Folk Concert
Folk concert—live music performance for family audiences.
The R&B Tour - Starring Usher Raymond & Chris Brown
Usher & Chris Brown at Ford Field—major R&B stars kids & teens love.
Bridgette Bogle: Bad Boundaries
Contemporary art exhibition at Weston Art Gallery.
122nd Army Band – America 250 Music of, by, and for the People
Free patriotic concert by the U.S. Army Band celebrating America 250.
Aaron Coleman: Sentinels
Mixed-media art show at Weston Art Gallery.
Zachary Armstrong: Encaustic House
Contemporary encaustic art exhibition at Weston Art Gallery.
More events outside the Cincinnati area
258 events farther afield.
Columbus Card Fest
Columbus Card Fest—trading cards & collectibles for young collectors.
Gelli Plate Printing Workshop
Learn gelli plate printing techniques at Studio at 10 Oakland Park.
🎨✨ DIY Pop in and Paint - Create Your Way! ✨🎨
Drop-in painting activity at Pinot's Palette—no experience needed.
Concrete Trays Workshop
DIY concrete tray-making workshop at Studio 614.
Summer Reading Program: Unearth a Story
Summer Reading Program at Wood County District Public Library.
Dinosaur BINGO
Dinosaur-themed BINGO at the library—a roaring good time for kids who love prehistory.
Snack at Bowling Green
Casual snack time at Bowling Green Library for kids and families.
Family Night Out!
Family swim night at Goldfish Swim School in Sylvania.
Hitchcock's Family Plot (1976)
Hitchcock's classic thriller film screening.
Young the Giant – Victory Garden Tour with Cold War Kids
Young the Giant with Cold War Kids—indie rock tour at KEMBA Live!
Pick Your Project Workshop - Singo Bingo w/ Prizes!
Pick-your-project workshop with Singo Bingo at Board & Brush Creative Studio—fun for all ages.
Arts Immersion Program Showcase 2026
Student artists showcase their work at Shadowbox Live.
Make Some Noise for the Library
Make Some Noise for the Library at The Loving Touch—live music supporting local libraries.
Cookie Decorating
Decorate holiday cookies at The Host Concept in Maumee—festive fun!
Magic Bag Presents: The Insiders - A Tribute To Tom Petty
Tom Petty tribute at The Magic Bag—a classic-rock singalong for families who know the songs.
Teen Summer Snacks: Pizza Bagels
Teen cooking program making pizza bagels at Way Public Library.
Special After Hours at the Soda Fountain
Special after-hours vintage soda fountain fun at Sauder Village.
Ritter Planetarium: "Oasis in Space"
Explore "Oasis in Space" at University of Toledo's planetarium—immersive astronomy for all ages.
A Date With Monet
Art painting class inspired by Monet at Terra Gallery & Creative Studio in Dublin.
Water Circus Atlantis - Heath, OH - June 26 - 29, 2026
Traveling water circus spectacular with aquatic performances & attractions.
Kids Summer Craft Camp
Kids Summer Craft Camp in Circleville—hands-on creative fun.
VBS 2026
Vacation Bible School program in Granville for summer faith-based fun.
TRADENIGHT #2 AT CARDCOLLECTOR2 🎉
Trading night for card collectors—a fun hobby event for kids & families who love cards.
Her Wurk In Faith: Bible Cover Decorating!
Bible cover decorating craft activity—a fun faith-based family event.
Young the Giant w/ Cold War Kids
Indie rock acts Young the Giant and Cold War Kids at KEMBA Live!
Teen Cocoa Club
Teens hang out over hot cocoa at Point Place Library.
Twisted Tie-Dye
Kids create colorful tie-dye art at Lagrange Library.
Young the Giant: Victory Garden Tour | with Cold War Kids, almost monday
Young the Giant with Cold War Kids & almost monday at KEMBA Live!
Matt Maeson
Matt Maeson's Watch My Step Tour at Newport Music Hall.
HERE: The Improvised Musical
Improvised comedy musical at The Nest Theatre — quick-witted, playful fun.
Freighter Golf: Around the Great Lakes
Interactive golf game exploring Great Lakes shipping history.
Currents of Change: The Living History of the Great Lakes
Living history exhibit bringing Great Lakes culture to life.
Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire - Sing a Song All Night Long
Legendary soul icons Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire perform together.
‘Tell Me Your Story’ Storytelling Workshop with Dennis Schulze
Storytelling workshop with Dennis Schulze at The Avalon Theatre.
"Custom String Art Workshop"
Create custom string art at Studio 614—a hands-on craft workshop for kids and teens.
Fantasy Claw Arcade Easton Grand Opening
Fantasy Claw Arcade grand opening at Easton—arcade games and fun.
Book Collector's Showcase: Tiny Books
Explore rare tiny books at Grandview Heights Public Library—a quirky collector's event for curious kids.
Craft Giveaways
Free craft giveaways at the library—grab supplies and make something creative.
Make It, Play It, Take It (Family)
Make, play & take home musical creations at Heartstring Melodies.
Black Swamp Card Show
Sports card trading show at Tiffin Moose Lodge.
Rawlston Williams and Avishar Barua in Conversation
Artist conversation at Columbus Museum of Art—inspiring for older kids interested in contemporary art.
Dublin Community Repair Café
Free community repair café—learn to fix items with local experts.
Circus Saturday
Circus entertainment for kids on Saturdays in Dublin.
Capt. Scupper's Kid's Club: Recycled Regatta
Kids build and race recycled boats at the Great Lakes Museum.
An American in Paris (1951)
Classic film screening of An American in Paris at CAPA.
Nerdy Derby: Podracer Edition
Build and race your own podracer at Imagination Station.
The Great Perrysburg Treasure Hunt Help Session
Help session for The Great Perrysburg Treasure Hunt at Way Public Library.
Our Magic: Afrofuturism is Now
Afrofuturism exhibition/performance celebrating Black art & culture.
World Oddities Expo at Greater Columbus Convention Center
World Oddities Expo at Greater Columbus Convention Center—unique collectibles & curiosities.
Da FLOW: Poetry x Music
Poetry & music performance blend—artistic expression for older teens.
🏫 School’s Out 🥳Party at Leon’s Garage
School's Out party at Leon's Garage—celebration for kids & teens.
Cartoon Capers
Family-friendly theatrical performance at CAPA.
Double Wall Basket Weaving Workshop
Learn traditional basket weaving at Octagon Earthworks.
"Sewing Stuff" Sale
Sewing and craft sale at Church of St. Edward the Confessor in Granville.
Candle Making
Make your own candles at Brush Crazy craft studio in Columbus.
Hollywood Casino Toledo – Red NOT Chili Peppers – RHCP Tribute
Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute band at Hollywood Casino Toledo.
Mysterious Forces Workshop
Hands-on workshop exploring physics and science at Imagination Station.
Lego Cup Challenge
LEGO competition and building challenge at Bowling Green Library.
Dinosaur Build
Hands-on dinosaur building workshop at Walbridge Library.
Barrett Jackson Car Show - Saturday at Ohio Expo Center
Classic and collector cars at the Barrett Jackson Car Show.
Tamiya Mini 4wd Ohio Grand Prix
Tamiya Mini 4WD racing competition—kids build & race toy cars in friendly competition.
Studio Saturdays
Studio Saturdays creative workshop in Columbus.
Making Midwest
Maker-focused event at Columbus College of Art & Design.
Lionel Richie with Earth, Wind & Fire
Lionel Richie & Earth, Wind & Fire at Schottenstein Center.
Black Father-Daughter Dance at COSI
Father-daughter dance celebration at COSI—special bonding event.
Family Storytime
Stories for the whole family at Reynolds Corners Library.
Community Engagement Day at Versiti Blood Center
Community engagement day at Versiti Blood Center in Hilliard.
Cultural Cooking Series
Kids explore global cuisines and cooking traditions at EatWell Café.
LIONEL RICHIE and Earth, Wind & Fire
Lionel Richie & Earth, Wind & Fire live at Schottenstein Center.
Workshop - Coiled Baskets & Sculptures w/ Char Norman
Learn coiled basket and sculpture techniques from artist Char Norman.
Ragtime Rick & the Chefs of Dixieland
Ragtime music and Creole food at Clintonville Woman's Club—a lively family concert event.
Lucas Hammer FREE Show
Free live show by Lucas Hammer at The Rambling House—great for discovering local music.
Planetarium Double Feature
Double planetarium show at Bowling Green State University—stellar family STEM fun.
"Paint Your Pet" Portrait Painting
Paint your pet's portrait at Studio 614—a creative workshop for animal-loving kids.
Cornucopia
Cornucopia event at Columbus Metropolitan Library Parsons Branch—family gathering at the library.
HOOK screening! A special family-friendly screening of Hook with screenwriter James V. Hart!
Family-friendly screening of Hook with screenwriter James V. Hart at Columbus Museum of Art.
The King's Brass Patriotic Celebration
The King's Brass Patriotic Celebration at Emmanuel Baptist Church—pay-what-you-can family event.
Sports & Pokémon Card Show
Sports and Pokémon card show in Palmyra.
Michigan trading card fest
Michigan trading card fest at SoHo banquet center in Westland.
Pop-Up Market
Pop-up market with local vendors and crafts at Retreat 21.
Ealy House Museum Open
Historic house museum open for family tours in New Albany.
Worthington's Revolutionary War Veterans - America 250 at St. John's Series
Educational history program about Revolutionary War veterans at St. John's.
Read to the Dogs
Kids read aloud to calm dogs—a cozy, confidence-building library program.
Planetarium Show: A Teenager's Guide to the Galaxy
Explore the cosmos designed for teen astronomy fans at BGSU Planetarium.
In-person Free Robotics Workshop For Kids at Dublin, OH (7-14yrs)
Free hands-on robotics workshop for kids ages 7–14 in Dublin.
PIG-Casso painting party
Paint with pigs at this quirky, interactive art experience in Mount Sterling.
Summit Open Stage (Variety Show) @ The Summit Music Hall
Family-friendly open-mic variety show at Summit Music Hall.
Planetarium Show: A Teenager's Guide to the Galaxy
Teen-focused planetarium show at BGSU—a teenager's guide to the galaxy and space exploration.
Spoon & The Beths
Indie rock duo Spoon with The Beths at KEMBA Live!
Pulping & Sculpting Series - Cardmaking
Paper pulping and cardmaking craft series at Good Dea Craft School in Dublin.
Procraftinators
Procraftinators craft meetup at Good Dea Craft School in Columbus.
Nerdy Derby: Podracer Edition Family Event
Build and race podracers in this Star Wars–themed family event at Imagination Station.
Double Feature: SUPERMASSIVE BLACK HOLES: UNCOVERING THE INVISIBLE and JOURNEY TO THE CENTER OF THE MILKY WAY
Immersive planetarium shows exploring black holes and the Milky Way.
Show: A Teenager's Guide to the Galaxy
Engaging planetarium show designed for teens exploring space and astronomy.
All That's Left of You Movie Screening
Family movie screening at Imagination Station Toledo.
Sunday Family Day | BIG Ypsi
Sunday family fun at Best in Games arcade & gaming café in Ypsilanti.
Zine-Making Workshop
Create your own zine in this hands-on creative workshop.
Get Healthy Franklin County Resource Pop-Up
Health and wellness pop-up resource fair for the whole family.
The Lost Boys (1987) | Eccentric Cinema
Classic 1987 vampire film screening at Eccentric Cinema.
2026 Ohio Brass Arts Festival
Brass instruments and music celebration at the Ohio Brass Arts Festival in Gahanna.
Baby Rasta y Gringo in Columbus
Baby Rasta y Gringo—reggaeton/Latin vibes in Columbus.
DMC Rock School at Henmick!
Rock music school workshop at Henmick in Delaware.
Columbus Symphony
Columbus Symphony at Civic Center—a classic live orchestral experience for families.
Patriotic Eagle Painting Class for Kids
Kids paint patriotic eagles in this fun art class on Harrison Road.
Cirque Italia - Water Circus Atlantis at Indian Mound Mall
Cirque Italia's spectacular water circus at Indian Mound Mall in Heath—acrobatics and aquatic spectacle.
R2BEES LIVE IN COLUMBUS OHIO
R2BEES live at The Forum—international reggae/dancehall vibes.
Potluck After Church: MegaSports Camp Celebration
Family potluck celebrating MegaSports Camp at church in Canal Winchester.
Spoon and The Beths
Indie rock bands Spoon and The Beths at KEMBA Live!—concert for teens and up.
2026 Columbus Summer Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show
Summer art and craft show featuring local vendors and handmade goods.
Spoon & The Beths: US Tour 2026 | Squirrel Flower
Spoon & The Beths indie-rock tour at KEMBA LIVE!
Ocean
Ocean-themed paint-and-create session at Brush Crazy art studio.
STEAM Sundays: Sun Prints
Make sun prints at Cover to Cover Children's Books—hands-on STEAM fun for kids.
Walbridge Monday Movies
Monday movie time for families at Walbridge Library.
Monday Morning Movies
Movie time for kids at Bowling Green Library—weekly family viewing.
Summer Camp- June 29-July 3: Hero Training 101 (6-8 y/o)
Superhero training camp at Imagination Station.
12th Toledo Jewish Film Festival: Marathon Mom
Toledo Jewish Film Festival screens "Marathon Mom"—culturally enriching family movie experience.
Be Strong (boys in grades 4-7): Summer Series 1
Strength-training class designed for elementary boys at Philip Heit Center.
Summer Camp- June 29-July 3: Survivor (9-13 y/o)
Survivor summer camp at Imagination Station for ages 9–13.
Seasonal Painting with Molly Miller
Kids paint seasonal artwork with instructor Molly Miller at West Toledo.
America’s Birthday Adventure – Preschool Story Time
Patriotic preschool storytime at Sauder Village's education center.
Adaptive Pickleball (Ages 14+)
Adaptive pickleball league for teens at University of Toledo.
Summer Camp- June 29-July 3: Survivor (9-13 y/o) - SOLD OUT
Adventure-themed summer camp at Imagination Station.
MUG-NIFICENT MEMORIES family pottery painting night!
Family pottery-painting night in Marysville—paint together & create memories.
FREE Balloon Twisting, Tableside Magic, & KIDS MEALS
Free balloon twisting, tableside magic & kids meals at Lewis Center location.
Vacation Bible School @ JCC
Vacation Bible School at JCC in Plain City—faith-based summer fun for kids.
Kids beginners sewing camp
Kids learn to sew in this beginner camp at Marysville—creative hands-on crafting fun.
Whisk, Frost, & Decorate: 2 day Cake Baking and Decorating Experience
Two-day cake baking & decorating class—learn skills & frost treats to take home.
SUPER SMASH TOUR: Master Hand/Schaffer the Darklord/Lex the Lexicon Artist
Super Smash Tour with artists—live hip-hop show for teens on North High Street.
Babytime
Songs, rhymes, and cuddles for babies at Sanger Library.
Pajama Storytime
Cozy pajama storytime for toddlers and preschoolers at Sylvania Library.
Tissue Paper Wreath
Make a colorful tissue paper wreath craft at Waterville Library.
Van Gogh–Inspired Hot Air Balloon Collage with Molly Miller
Kids create Van Gogh-inspired hot air balloon collage at Kent Library.
Preschool Dance Party
Preschoolers dance and move to music at Heatherdowns Library.
Family Storytime
Family storytime at Holland Library.
Glovation Circus
Playful circus performance at Oregon Library.
Crafters & Snackers
Crafts and snacks for kids at Sanger Library.
Be a Summer Read VolunTEEN
Teen volunteer opportunity with summer reading program at King Road.
Preschool Storytime
Stories and activities for preschoolers at Maumee Library.
Paws for Reading
Read to therapy dogs at Bowling Green Library—a cozy, confidence-building experience.
Dig into STEM: Unearthing Fossils
Hands-on fossil dig at Bowling Green Library—kids unearth STEM fun and discovery.
🎨🖼️$15 Walk-in Make & Take Workshop- all ages are welcome!
$15 all-ages walk-in craft workshop at Board & Brush Creative Studio—make & take art project.
Family Storytime
Stories for the whole family at Sylvania Library.
Preschool Storytime
Stories for preschoolers at Sylvania Library.
Chicago
Musical performance at the Toledo Zoo & Aquarium.
BG Community Market
Community market at Woodland Mall with local crafts and vendors.
Art & Tea - Bubble Tea & Pretty Little Paper Pots
Art and bubble tea craft class at studio in Dublin.
Painted Herb Garden
Paint & plant your own herb garden—craft & nature project in Lancaster.
Teen Workshop: Ice Cream Sandwich Making
Learn to make ice cream sandwiches in this hands-on teen workshop.
Presto Prehistoric: Illusions and Storytime at Kingston Branch
Illusions & storytime for young kids at Kingston Library branch—magical afternoon.
Toddler Storytime
Stories and songs for toddlers at Sanger Library.
Perler Bead Keychains
Make colorful Perler bead keychains at South Library.
Bookmobile Visit | Ashland Manor
Bookmobile brings reading resources to Ashland Manor community.
Henna Art for Teens with Henna Muse
Learn henna art from a professional artist at Waterville Library.
Bookmobile Visit | Parqwood Apartments
Bookmobile brings stories and books to Parqwood Apartments.
Van Gogh–Inspired Hot Air Balloon Collage
Create Van Gogh-inspired hot air balloon collages at Main Library.
Ink and Paper Making
Make your own paper and ink art at Point Place Library.
Andrew Martin's Fun and Fantasy, Comedy-Magic Show
Hilarious comedy-magic show by Andrew Martin at Birmingham Library.
Bookmobile Visit | Flory Gardens
Bookmobile brings stories and books to Flory Gardens community.
Dr. Doodlebug's Storytime with Merrill Rainey at 577 Foundation
Interactive storytime with Dr. Doodlebug at 577 Foundation in Perrysburg.
Babytime
Songs, rhymes, and bonding time for babies at Maumee Library.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
Free health screenings and wellness outreach for kids at South Library.
Bookmobile Visit | Madonna Homes
Bookmobile brings reading resources to Madonna Homes community.
Dungeons and Dragons
Fantasy adventure gaming for kids and teens at Sanger Library.
Family Storytime at Bowling Green
Stories, songs, and fun for babies and toddlers at Bowling Green Library.
Family Storytime at Walbridge
Stories, songs, and fun for babies and toddlers at Walbridge Library.
"Pick Your Project" Workshop
Choose-your-own creative project workshop at Studio 614.
The Play Spot: Summer Series 1
Interactive playgroup for young children at Philip Heit Center.
Family Storytime
Stories and fun for families with young kids at Sanger Library.
Teen Gaming Club
Gaming club where teens play video games together at Mott Library.
West Toledo Chess Club
Chess strategy game for kids and teens at West Toledo Library.
Gamers Guild
Video gaming community for kids and teens at Lagrange Library.
Reading Buddies
Kids practice reading skills with volunteer buddies at Sanger Library.
Nintendo Switch Party
Nintendo Switch gaming fun for kids at Maumee Library.
Stand By Me (1986)
Classic coming-of-age film Stand By Me screening at CAPA.
Chess Club
Kids learn and play chess at Heatherdowns Library.
Grab Your Slice of History
Food and history celebration at Ohio History Connection.
Rossford Library Summer Music Series
Live music performances at the library all summer long.
Storytime at 577
Storytime at 577 Foundation in Perrysburg.
Craft Club at Dollop Shop
Hands-on craft activities at Dollop Shop in Toledo.
Game Day
Board games, card games, and fun at Walbridge Library.
Red, White & Blue Craft-a-Palooza
Patriotic craft fun for kids with Red, White & Blue themes.
Kids Summer Art Class - Monkey Business
Summer art class for kids inspired by Monkey Business theme.
Cursive Writing Class
Learn cursive writing skills in this engaging class for elementary kids.
Rock Your Garden; A How to Workshop
Hands-on gardening workshop teaching kids how to rock their garden.
Camp FIT4MOM: Under the Sea Sensory Bin
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly Under the Sea bin activity for little ones.
Kids No Gi (All Ages)
All-ages no-gi martial arts class—great for kids of all ages.
Kathy Sullivan & Michael Rosen Author Visit How to Dive to the Deepest Place on Earth Book Release
Meet award-winning authors Kathy Sullivan & Michael Rosen at a book-release event in Bexley.
Shattered Glass Creations at The Twisted Willow
Local artisan glass creations at a community market in Circleville.
Toddler Storytime
Stories and songs for toddlers at Oregon Library.
Warhol-Inspired Wildflowers with Molly Miller
Create pop-art wildflower paintings inspired by Andy Warhol at Locke Library.
Babytime
Songs, rhymes, and bonding time for babies at King Road Library.
Bookmobile Visit | Elmdale Court
Bookmobile brings books to your community.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
Free health screenings and wellness outreach for kids and families.
Bookmobile Visit | Waterside Monclova
Bookmobile brings reading resources to your community.
Tissue Paper Wreath
Easy tissue-paper craft perfect for kids at Point Place Library.
Bookmobile Visit | Byrne Hill Manufactured Homes
Bookmobile brings reading resources to your community.
Kid's Crafternoon
Afternoon craft activities for kids at Reynolds Corners Library.
Farmers Market
Free farmers market at Franklin Park Conservatory in Columbus.
Technology Thursdays
Tech learning sessions at Bowling Green Library's Learning Lab.
14th Columbus Black Theatre Festival Voices of Triumph
14th Columbus Black Theatre Festival celebration of triumph & voices.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
Free health screenings for kids and families at Sylvania Library.
Babytime
Songs and rhymes for babies and caregivers at Oregon Library.
Wreaths and Rocketships
Create wreaths and rocketships in a dual-craft session at Maumee Library.
Gamer's Station
Video gaming hangout for tweens and teens at Holland Library.
Author Wayne Feinstein Talks with Gramercy's Linda Kass About Debut Novel!
Author Wayne Feinstein discusses his debut novel at Gramercy Books in Bexley.
Patriotic Chicken Canvas
Paint a patriotic chicken canvas at this kids' art class in Etna.
uPaint a Story July - Ohio
Paint your own story at this creative art session in Columbus.
Antique Flag
Antique flag-painting workshop at Brush Crazy—learn history through art.
Classic Summer Movie Night at the Library
Family-friendly classic movie night at Toledo Main Library.
Tissue Paper Wreath
Make a colorful tissue paper wreath craft at South Library.
TTRPG Hour
Tabletop RPG gaming hour for tweens and teens at Reynolds Corners Library.
Toddler Storytime
Stories and songs for the littlest listeners at Sylvania Library.
Family Storytime
Stories and activities for families with young kids at Point Place Library.
Shots for Tots n Teens
Free immunizations for kids and teens at Kent Library.
Bookmobile Visit | Teamsters Residence
Bookmobile brings library books to your community.
Bookmobile Visit | Briarwood Apartments of Toledo
Bookmobile brings library collection to your community.
Helpful Hands School Age Program Field Trip
School-age field trip with Helpful Hands at Brush Crazy's art studio.
In-Studio 6-Week Artistic Exploration (4)
Six-week in-studio artistic exploration class at Brush Crazy for hands-on creativity.
Greater Columbus: Up Close with Marcus Jackson
Get up close with artist Marcus Jackson at Columbus Museum of Art.
Preschool Storytime
Stories and songs designed for preschoolers at King Road Library.
Bookmobile Visit | Assured Health Services Thrive Center
Bookmobile brings library books and programs to your community.
CEEZTHEWORLD: The GODSPEED Live Experience.
Live hip-hop/rap experience at The Maroon Culture Lab.
Ceramic Art
Ceramic art class at Brush Crazy for hands-on pottery and clay work.
Ritter Planetarium: "Stars of the Pharaohs"
Immersive planetarium show about ancient Egyptian astronomy at University of Toledo.
New Albany Symphony Orchestra American Salute - A 250th Celebration
New Albany Symphony Orchestra concert celebrating America's 250th anniversary.
Good to know
- What indoor activities are good for kids on a rainy day in Toledo?
- Children's museums, indoor play places, library programs, shows, and aquariums all work — this list surfaces the indoor events happening now.