Five Rivers MetroParks

2024 MetroParks Trails Challenge

The MetroParks Trails Challenge makes a highly-anticipated return for 2024, bringing with it a range of exciting new trails for outdoor enthusiasts to explore....

Beat the Winter Blues at the MetroParks Ice Rink

Don’t let the winter weather keep your family indoors all season. Instead, stay active and have fun at the MetroParks Ice Rink, located at...

Cultural Festivals at Five Rivers MetroParks in August and September

Five Rivers MetroParks will host two of Dayton’s favorite cultural festivals this August and September! Dayton African American Cultural Festival The Dayton African American Cultural Festival will...

Check out a MetroParks Family Nature Pack at Dayton Metro Library

Dayton Metro Library and Five Rivers MetroParks have partnered to create Family Nature Packs, which families can reserve at their local Dayton Metro Library...

Trailside Camping at Five Rivers MetroParks

Dayton-area visitors now have a new option for spending a night beneath the stars: trailside camping. These sites join MetroParks’ 23 existing camping options, which...

Bike to Work Day on May 19 with Five Rivers MetroParks

Five Rivers MetroParks invites the community to celebrate National Bike to Work Day on Friday, May 19, during its annual Bike to Work Day Pancake Breakfast at RiverScape...

Five Rivers MetroParks May Events for the Family

Five Rivers MetroParks has a passion to protect nearly 16,000 acres of land around Dayton, Ohio. The MetroParks hosts dozens of events throughout the...

2nd Street Market Returns on May 6 through October with Old and New Vendors

The grand opening of the 2nd Street Market’s outdoor farmers market is Saturday, May 6, from 9 to 3 p.m. and will continue operation through the...

10 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day in Southwest Ohio

Spring has sprung in our corner of the state, which means we are all rushing outside to enjoy the warmth and sun. Kids, especially,...

11 Top Events Weekend Round Up | March 24-26

Southwest Ohio is busy, busy this weekend and we've rounded up our 11 top events! There's tons to do including a few brand new...

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