Special Events

Special Events

Elevate Your Outdoor Experiences

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Great Parks' programming and events elevate outdoor experiences by providing opportunities for Adventure to challenge, excite and build confidence; Enrichment to inspire learning and creativity; Wellness to promote physical and mental well-being and Celebrate communities across Hamilton County. 


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Hops & Hyzers

Great Parks' annual disc golf tournament with HighGrain Brewing returns for a day of friendly competition and outdoor fun!

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Creepy Campouts

Creepy Campouts at Winton Woods Campground are a beloved Halloween tradition of more than 30 years. These fun-filled, not-so-spooky weekends are perfect for making lasting memories. Enjoy festive fall activities like trick-or-treating, jack-o'-lantern and campsite decorating contests and much more!

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The Farm Pumpkin Patch

Pick a perfect pumpkin from the Farm’s patch! After making your choice, stick around for fun fall activities like pumpkin decorating, face painting and a scavenger hunt.

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Butterflies & Brews

Celebrate fall in the park after dark at this adults-only program.

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E-Waste Collection

Help protect the environment and support Great Parks sustainability goals by dropping off your electronic waste like old laptops, televisions and cell phones.

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Safety Town

Have a wheelie fun evening all about traffic safety with Great Parks Rangers!

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Root Ball

Great Parks Forever cordially invites you to Root Ball, a celebration of nature!

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Trunk or Treat

Put on your favorite costume and get ready for a spooktacular time.

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Nature at Night Pumpkin Hike

Discover the wonders of nature at night as jack-o’-lanterns illuminate your path.

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1800's Harvest Jamboree

Every autumn in the 1800s, Ohioans reaped what they sowed: crops!

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Holidays on the Farm

Step back from the holiday hustle into a new tradition of winter wonder!

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Pollinator Festival & 5K

Celebrate precious pollinators with family-friendly fun!

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Protect Your Wild

Celebrate Earth Day with purpose at the third annual eco-extravaganza!

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Spark in the Dark

Light up the lake and illuminate the night!

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Burgers & Brews

Soak in summer nights on the deck at Lake Isabella.

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Kids Outdoor Adventure Expo

Zip across the sky, climb a rock wall, paddle the lake, reel in a fish, take aim at the archery range and more!

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National Night Out

The Great Parks Rangers and regional first responders invite you to a fun, free evening of community camaraderie!

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Hispanic Heritage Festival

Celebrate and honor the rich and vibrant history, culture and contributions of the Hispanic and Latinx communities.

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