Calendar
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. Discover a rich calendar of outdoor experiences at Great Parks of Hamilton County. Whether you’re looking for paddleboard yoga, native-plant gardening, children’s garden clubs, family storytime on the farm, or guided sunset hikes, there’s an adventure for every age. Filter events by location, activity type, or visitor group to easily plan a visit across scenic parks, lakes, gardens, and nature preserves. Many programs are free or low-cost, offering accessible ways to build confidence, wellness, creativity, and connection. Perfect for families, nature enthusiasts, and community explorers seeking enriching, active time outdoors.
August 2025
Special Event
Fairy Flower Tea Party
calendar_today Sunday, August 31
watch 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
group Adult, Child, Family
What to know
Frolic in the forest searching for fairies, then join them in the woods for a tea party made from flowers that grow in our ecosystem.
Cost: Free Age(s): 4-10
Location: Sharon Woods | Sharon Centre
Food Preservation: Dehydration
calendar_today Sunday, August 31
watch 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
group Adult, Family
What to know
Learn to safely preserve summer’s bounty to savor later. This week, explore methods of dehydrating herbs and veggies, and discover creative ways to use them. Taste and take home some dehydrated garden delights. Dry it, you’ll like it!
Cost: $12 Age(s): Adults
Location: Winton Woods | Farm & Equestrian Center
Co-ed Sunday Softball League
calendar_today Sunday, August 31
watch 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
group Adult
What to know
Registration for our Co-Ed Sunday softball league has ended for the year.
Fishing Tournament | Kids' Mystery Fish Challenge
calendar_today Monday, September 1
watch 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
group Adult, Child, Family
What to know
Calling all young, aspiring anglers! Kid’s Mystery Fish is a perfect opportunity to test out your skills and have some friendly competition. Any fish that is caught, no matter how big or small, is weighed. Then, the mystery weights are revealed and the fish closest to that wins the trophy. On-site registrations opens 1 hour prior to the start of the tournament.
Cost: Free Age(s): 3-15
Recurring:
April 12 | 9 – 11 a.m. | Triple Creek
May 26 | 9 – 11 a.m. | Lake Isabella
June 7 | 9 – 11 a.m. | Winton Woods
July 4 | 9 – 11 a.m. | Lake Isabella
July 12 | 9 – 11 a.m. | Miami Whitewater Forest
Sept. 1 | 9 – 11 a.m. | Lake Isabella
Sept. 13 | 9 – 11 a.m. | Miami Whitewater Forest
*Please note: for the safely of the participants, tournaments may be canceled if the lake floods or there is inclement weather.
Painting at Woodland Mound
calendar_today Tuesday, September 2
watch 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
group Adult
What to know
Help refresh the playground gazebo by prepping the wood and giving it a fresh coat of paint! This event runs from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Age(s): 14+
Location: Woodland Mound | Seasongood Nature Center Parking Lot | 203 Woodland Mound Drive, Cincinnati, Ohio 45255
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