June 2025: Free Family Fun

June 1

Together We Move
An all-inclusive celebration of movement. Walk, roll, bike or dance, everyone is invited to join in and get moving! Registration is required. 

Glass City Metropark–Market Hall, 1505 Front St., Toledo

June 2

Monday Morning Movies
Watch movies set around the world featuring your favorite characters! The program kicks off with “Encanto.” Popcorn will also be served. 

Wood County Public Library-Main Library, 251 N. Main St,, Bowling Green

W.A.T.E.R. Safety with Goldfish Swim School
A fun and interactive water safety program just in time for summer swimming and boating.

West Toledo Branch Library, 1320 Sylvania Ave., Toledo

Try it! Youth Fishing (Ages 17 and Under)
Open to ages 17 and under. Fishing poles and bait are available on a first-come, first-served basis — anglers are welcome to bring their own equipment. 

Cannonball Prairie Metropark, 9725 Monclova Rd, Monclova

June 3

Shots for Tots n Teens
Shots 4 Tots is an immunization program for children from birth through 18 years of age administered by professional public health nurses for the Toledo Lucas County Health Department. Walk-ins welcome.

Holland Branch Library, 1032 S. McCord Rd., Holland

Library Summer Fun
Beat the heat with cool activities every Tuesday and Thursday through July 29! Join the Main Library for games, puzzles, STEM challenges, and more.

Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St., Toledo

Summer Read Kickoff
Celebrate the start of Summer Read with games and a treat!

Locke Branch Library, 703 Miami St., Toledo

Stroll the Street
Enjoy live music at the Edward Ford Memorial Park pavilion while sampling tasty bites from 10 food trucks each week. Kids can join the fun with face painting and crafts, and you can browse handmade creations from local artists and crafters. Tuesdays through Aug. 12. 

Ford Memorial Park, 146 Dixie Hwy., Rossford

June 4

Summer Read Kick Off
Celebrate the start of the Summer Reading Program with fun activities, Summer Read sign-up and special guest reading buddies: certified therapy dogs! 

Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St., Toledo

Movie and a Craft – The Little Mermaid (live action, 113 min.), PG
A young mermaid makes a deal with a sea witch to trade her beautiful voice for human legs to discover the world above water and impress a prince.

Mott Branch Library, 1085 Dorr St., Toledo

June 5

Family Movie & Game Night
The City of Toledo’s Community Movie Nights offer a fantastic opportunity for families to enjoy free outdoor movies in various city parks throughout the summer. This week’s movie is “Shang- Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” (2021). 

Schneider Park, 2698 Schneider Rd., Toledo

June 6

Free First Fridays & Make and Take Craft Day
Enjoy free museum admission every First Friday of the month, featuring a special make-and-take craft activity.

Wood County Museum, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green

Northwood Palooza in the Park & Fireworks
Enjoy live music, food trucks, and end the night with spectacular fireworks!

Central Park, Oram Rd., Northwood

June 7

Early Stages (ages 3-4) Drop In Class
Explore a monthly theme with song, movement and puppetry. 

Children’s Theatre Workshop, 2417 Collingwood Blvd., Toledo

The 52nd Old West End Festival
Enjoy a variety of activities suitable for all ages. Children’s Activities are located near the Marketplace/Art Fair and at Glenwood Park (Robinwood & Collins St.), Don’t miss the King Wamba Carnival Parade Saturday morning!

Old West End, Monroe/Collingwood/Detroit/Central, Toledo

34th Annual Point Place Shoreland Parade
Community, food trucks, and a parade to herald the summer season.

Point Place, Summit St., Toledo

June 9

Monday Morning Movies
Free movie and popcorn each Monday. Today’s feature is “Enchanted.”

Wood County Public Library-Main Library, 251 N. Main St,, Bowling Green

Tinkering Takeover
Get excited about STEAM with hands-on activities exploring circuits, coding, fabrication and more.

Holland Branch Library, 1032 S. McCord Rd., Holland

June 10

Lilo & Stitch Party
Have an out-of-this-world time at this celebration of the intergalactic friendship of Lilo and Stitch. Games, crafts, and fun galore.

Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St., Toledo

June 11

Sensory Play Day (ages 12 and under)
All the sensory sensations for a messy and fulfilling time. All abilities are welcome. Registration is required.

The Ability Center, 5605 Monroe St., Sylvania

Tinkering Takeover
Get excited about STEAM with hands-on activities exploring circuits, coding, fabrication and more.

Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St., Toledo

June 12

Family Movie Night – What to do with Dad
Start the Father’s Day celebration early with a movie in the park. Tonight’s feature is “Sonic the Hedgehog 3.”

Glenwood Park, 2856 Robinwood Ave., Toledo

June 13

Elinor Wonders Why WGTE Movie Night
Join WGTE to meet Elinor, watch an episode of “Elinor Wonders Why” on the big screen, participate in fun activities, enjoy delicious treats and more.

WGTE Public Media, 1270 S. Detroit Ave., Toledo

June 14

Play Ball Weekend
Baseball & softball clinic for kids ages 4–12 including 5 skill stations to learn the fundamentals. All participants receive a free Play Ball bat & ball set. Preregistration is required. Two sessions.

Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington St., Toledo 

DPI’s Family Movie Night
An evening of games, snacks and watching “The Incredibles” on the big screen.

Woodlands Park, 429 E. Boundary St., Perrysburg

June 15

Father’s Day Foam Party
Kids can make a special gift for Dad, enjoy outdoor games and party in the parking lot foam playground. 

Aviva Glendale, 5020 Ryan Rd., Toledo

June 16

Monday Morning Movies
Free movie and popcorn each Monday. Today’s feature is Brave

Wood County Public Library-Main Library, 251 N. Main St,, Bowling Green

Tricks in Technicolor with The Professor Show

Laughter and wonder take center stage as The Professor Show celebrates technicolor through a captivating blend of comedy, juggling and magic.

American Girl Tea Party
Enjoy stories of beloved American Girl characters, share tea and snacks with your doll, and create fun crafts together.

Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg

Stuffed Animal Spa & Sleepover
Pamper your stuffed animals and dolls with ribbons, brushes, and bows! Join the Main Library for a fun spa session. Leave your toys for an optional sleepover to explore the Children’s Library at night. Limit 2 toys per person.

Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St., Toledo

June 17

Shots for Tots n Teens
Shots 4 Tots is an immunization program for children from birth through 18 years of age administered by professional public health nurses for the Toledo Lucas County Health Department.

Heatherdowns Branch Library, 3265 Glanzman Rd., Toledo

Movie and a Craft: Moana (113 min), PG

Create your own sensory “beach-in-a-bottle” while watching “Moana.” While supplies last.

South Branch Library, 1736 Broadway St., Toledo

June 18

June Kids Club
This month, kids will learn the basics of engineering as they build floating cities and discover how things work — creativity and critical thinking encouraged! Pre-register and receive a STEM-themed Builder Kit to keep the learning going at home.

Franklin Park Mall, 5001 Monroe St., Toledo

June 19

Juneteenth Freedom Through Art: Emancipation to Expression
Enjoy a range of activities including live performances, family-friendly art making, guided tours, wellness sessions and more.

Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St., Toledo

Family Movie & Karaoke Night
Sing your heart out at community karaoke and enjoy a free outdoor screening of The Lion King.

Scott Park, 3900 Hill Ave., Toledo

June 21

Art Loop: Middle Grounds
Enjoy live music, hands-on craft stations, sidewalk chalking, aerial performances, pop-up art installations, a mini artist market and a Studio Loop.

Maumee Bay Brewing Co., 27 Broadway St., Toledo

June 22

Monday Morning Movies
Kids can enjoy a viewing of “Ratatouille.”

Wood County Public Library-Main Library, 251 N. Main St., Bowling Green

Art Swap
Work together in small groups to make a collaborative art piece! Art pieces will be hung up on display in the library.

Oregon Branch Library, 3340 Dustin Rd., Oregon

June 24

Music with Makey Makey
Turn any conductive object into a keyboard key with the Makey Makey invention kit!

Reynolds Corners Branch Library, 4833 Dorr St., Toledo

Mommy Meet Ups
Queens Village Toledo offers regular Mommy Meet Ups designed for new and expecting Black mothers. These sessions provide a supportive space to connect, share experiences, and receive valuable parenting information. Registration is required.

ProMedica Ebeid Center, 1806 Madison Ave., Toledo

June 25

Fun With Chalk
Chalk art, chalk games and more. Chalk provided. Just bring your imagination!

Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St., Toledo

June 27

Italian Cup | Youth Football Camp
A free youth football camp presented by the Italian Bowl. Registration is required.

Start High School, 2010 Tremainsville Rd., Toledo


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June 28

Springfield Township’s Annual Freedom Celebration
A family-friendly celebration with a 5k, entertainment and fireworks.

Homecoming Park, 7807 Angola Rd., Holland

June 30

Monday Morning Movies
Kids can enjoy a viewing of “Tarzan.”

Wood County Public Library-Main Library, 251 N. Main St., Bowling Green

STEM Challenge: Code-A-Pillar Obstacle Course
Learn how coding works by guiding your Code-A-Pillar through an obstacle course!

Oregon Branch Library, 3340 Dustin Rd., Oregon

Library Programs

Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color
Through hands-on experiments and fun, interactive stories, kids will get excited about the science that’s all around us as we celebrate the scientists who color our world with art!

June 2

June 4

Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye 2025 Summer Series
The Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye are teaming up with Toledo Lucas County Public Libraries, Meijer and LMHA to host free hockey and baseball camps. Registration is required.

June 4

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June 25

Coral Reef Creations
Frequently called “rainforests of the sea,” coral reefs are some of the most diverse ecosystems in the world! Learn more about this habitat and create your own coral reef art project.

June 9

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June 26

Meet the Dinosaurs! with Dinosaur Dimensions
An amazing collection of realistic puppets present an experience like no other. From cute baby Triceratops to a life size Raptor, or even a Pteranodon & T-Rex – it’s a dino-experience for all ages!

June 11

June 12

Super Science: A Journey Into Space with Reed Steele
Go on a space adventure with a superhero theme. Reed will defy gravity by floating off a chair (Okay, it’s only mathematics) and move things with his mind (Okay, it’s only physics). Reed Steele is a former NASA Education Specialist.

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Locke Branch Library

703 Miami St., Toledo

Roll a Masterpiece
Explore the use of patterns in art. Create your own artistic list of patterns and techniques then let chance determine which artistic elements to include in your final masterpiece.

June 16

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June 26

Ohio Mammals with Metroparks Toledo
Discover the variety of mammals that live in Northwest Ohio today and what lived here long ago by examining furs and skulls of Northwest Ohio’s most common warm-blooded animals.

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June 23

Tunnel Book Storytelling with Molly Miller
Tunnel books are 3D art pieces that tell a story. Explore the storytelling and art process through illusion, depth perception and even a bit of engineering.

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