Polar Paws & Santa Claws 5K

Toledo Zoo

Toledo Zoo | 3 p.m. 5K RACE/WALK: 4 p.m. ROUTE: Throughout Zoo and surrounding neighborhoods, finishing in Zoo’s Main Plaza PRICE: $35 per 5k registrant through Nov. 15, $45 from Nov. 16 – Dec. 13 KIDS’ CUB RUN: 3 p.m. AGE RANGE: 0-12, broken down into three age groups ROUTE: Completely within Zoo PRICE: $15 […]

Hayes Train Special

Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center Spiegel Grove, Fremont

Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center | December 15-January 2 The Hayes Presidential Library & Museums is showcasing an intricate model train display through Jan. 2. The multi-tiered display winds through a Victorian winter wonderland reminiscent of President Rutherford B. Hayes' day. This year, the display is in the museum auditorium to allow for more physical […]

Zoom-ing Through Beer

Valentine Theatre 410 Adams St., Toledo

Valentine Theatre virtual event | 6:30 p.m. LIVE with Ryan Bogdanski from Great Lakes Brewing Co. Dortmunder Gold, Hazecraft IPA, Commodore Perry, Christmas Ale, Tripel Dog Dare, Edmund Fitzgerald. $35 for 6 beers. Full sampling Kit with Great Lakes Brewing Co. swag. Exclusive drawing at the end of the tasting! Plus a portion of proceeds […]

Holiday Night Market

Fifth Third Field 406 Washington St., Toledo

Fifth Third Field | December 18-20 Friday, December 18: 4-9 p.m. Saturday, December 19: 4-9 p.m. Sunday, December 20: 3-8 p.m. The Toledo Night Market and Toledo Mud Hens join together for a fun and festive holiday shopping experience. The three-day, outdoor, open-air event will feature vendors selling an eclectic mix of holiday items, arts, […]

Wreaths Across America

Toledo Memorial Park 6382 Monroe St., Sylvania

Toledo Memorial Park | Noon Wreaths Across America coordinates wreath-laying ceremonies every December to "Remember, Honor, and Teach" about the sacrifices made by our veterans and their families. To learn how you can help by sponsoring Veterans Remembrance Wreaths or by joining us on December 19 go to wreathsacrossamerica.org.

Crystal Bowersox with Toledo Symphony Orchestra

Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle Theatre 2445 Monroe St., Toledo

Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle Theater | 8 p.m. Singer, songwriter Crystal Bowersox comes to Toledo for a one-night-only special holiday show to perform with the Toledo Symphony Orchestra. Limited in-person and streaming tickets are available at toledosymphony.com. Tickets begin at $30 for in-person and $35 for streaming. Crystal Bowersox, a northwest Ohio native from […]

Noon Year’s Eve

Toledo Zoo

Toledo Zoo | 11 a.m. Let the countdown to 2021 begin! Bring the entire family to the Toledo Zoo on New Year’s Eve to ring in the New Year a little early… at noon! Let’s be honest; midnight is just too late for the younger party-hat wearers. To provide the same fun festivities during day-light […]

Wild Lights

W.W. Knight Nature Preserve 29530 White Rd, Perrysburg

W.W. Knight Nature Preserve, Perrysburg | January 8-10 Friday-Sunday, January 8-10: 5-8 p.m. Host by Wood County Park District Celebrate the arrival of the new year with wildlife and holiday lights! Life-sized animal statues are adorned with twinkle and color, lighting up the cool winter nights. Walk the trail to see the spectacular displays. This […]

Canadian Brass with Toledo Symphony Orchestra

Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle Theatre 2445 Monroe St., Toledo

Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle | January 15-16, 8 p.m. Alain Trudel, conductor Featuring music of Brahms, Ridenour, Shostakovich, and Tyzik The world’s most famous brass group, the Canadian Brass, teams up with the Toledo Symphony in this powerhouse program featuring the strongest voices of the orchestra. Hear the music of Brahms and Shostakovich as […]

Beach Ridge Glamping and Winter Night Mountain Biking

Oak Openings Metropark | January 16-17 Saturday, January 16, 5 p.m. to Sunday, January 17, 10 a.m. Certified mountain bike ride guide Jake Willing will be your host on our very first, all-inclusive, glamping experience. Hit the trails after dark with our super-bright bike lights and relax in the Beach Ridge Wheelhouse after your ride. […]

Super Bridal Show

Stranahan Great Hall 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo

Stranahan Great Hall | January 30-31 Saturday-Sunday, Jan. 30-31: Noon - 4 p.m. The largest, most attended, bridal show in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan. Be among the hundreds of brides and grooms that will attend this incredible TWO-DAY bridal event! There will be over 100 of Toledo area's most professional wedding vendors between the […]

$10

With Love, Naturally

Oak Openings Preserve Metropark 4139 Girdham Rd., Swanton

Oak Openings Metropark | February 12-13 Fall in love with the great outdoors on this self-guided walk around the Cannaley Treehouse Village. Enjoy a stress-free date night during Valentine’s Day weekend that includes, s’mores, valentines, chocolates, and coffee. Walk length is .6 miles over uneven terrain. All participants and staff must wear masks and abide […]

$15

Happy Hearts Day

Toledo Zoo

Toledo Zoo | 10:30 a.m. Check out Nature’s Neighborhood for Happy Hearts Day activities, such as ice bowling and scavenger hunts!  Also, look out for animals getting surprise Valentine’s Day treats throughout the Zoo! Schedule of events.  

Chocolate Lovers’ Fest

Apostolic Restoration Center 303 W. Fourth St., Genoa

Apostolic Restoration Center, Genoa | 1 p.m. 10th Annual Chocolate Lovers' Fest. What a perfect way to celebrate this Valentine's Day by surrounding yourself with some of the finest chocolate sensations we have to offer. Goodies to sample include cakes, candies, brownies, fudge, truffles, and other delicious chocolate concoctions. Not only will you be able […]

Valentine Theater’s 125th Anniversary Funding Concert

Valentine Theatre 410 Adams St., Toledo

Virtual Event | 6 p.m. The Valentine Theatre 125th Anniversary / 2021 Virtual Gala LIVE with Seth Rudetsky featuring Ana Gasteyer This Covid safe, virtual funding Gala celebration will feature Broadway, screen and SNL alum, singer, comedienne, Ana Gasteyer, along with Musical Director and Sirius XM's very own, Seth Rudetsky. For only $25 per household, you […]