Travel back in time to early 1800s Ohio at Governor Bebb MetroParks' historic Pioneer Village. Immerse yourself in the daily life of Midwest pioneers as you taste traditional foods, learn skills that time forgot, meet historic interpreters, play games, and make candles.

All ages
$5/person (2 years and under FREE)

Walk, hike, or run with us this fall during the Run the Parks 5k Fall Series and discover some hidden trail treasures. This family-friendly, non-competitive series will take place on the first Saturday of the month from September-November. Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m. Registration covers all 5k's from September- November.

All ages.
Registration is required.
$10/participant for the fall series (Sept.-Nov.)

Bark your calendars for the Howl, Voice of America MetroPark's costumed-canine celebration. Explore Wiggly Field with your dog, visit treat stations sponsored by friends from the local pet community and compete in the cutest costume contest Butler County has ever seen! Create canine cuisine, test out enriching toys, and spark your dog's creativity to become the next Pupcasso. The costume contest awards ceremony will begin around 6:15pm.

All ages
Pay at the door
$5/dog participant (Human family and friends are free of charge)

Why do leaves change color and what determines the predominant colors we see the fall? Join us to enjoy nature's last bold display before the winter quiet. Meet at the Overlook Shelter.

All ages
Free

Adventure with a map! Participants get a detailed map to locate a series of control points shown on the map. Suitable for all ages, you may complete for the fastest time, or enjoy a leisurely hike using a map to explore the park. Each event offers five different courses of varying difficulty and length-there is one suitable for every adventurer.
Trail of Treats is designed for young children. Upon finishing the course, children may select a prize to take home. Costumes are encouraged, but conditions may be muddy. Registration is required at ocin.org/events.php
$4/child for Trail of Treats ($10/family maximum, accompanying adults FREE)
$10/older children & adults for challenging courses. Multiple courses at no additional charge.

Did you know that pumpkins come in all sizes, shapes, and colors? Find your favorite pumpkin hidden at the farm and enter it into the pumpkin Olympics. Visit with the farm animals and play pumpkin games.

Ages 2 - 8 years
Registration required by Friday, October 18.
$5/child over 2 years old

Adventure with a map! Participants get a detailed map to locate a series of control points shown on the map. Suitable for all ages, you may complete for the fastest time, or enjoy a leisurely hike using a map to explore the park. Each event offers five different courses of varying difficulty and length-there is one suitable for every adventurer.
Trail of Treats is designed for young children. Upon finishing the course, children may select a prize to take home. Costumes are encouraged, but conditions may be muddy. Registration is required at ocin.org/events.php
$4/child for Trail of Treats ($10/family maximum, accompanying adults FREE)
$10/older children & adults for challenging courses. Multiple courses at no additional charge.

Walk, hike, or run with us this fall during the Run the Parks 5k Fall Series and discover some hidden trail treasures. This family-friendly, non-competitive series will take place on the first Saturday of the month from September-November. Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m. Registration covers all 5k's from September- November.

All ages.
Registration is required.
$10/participant for the fall series (Sept.-Nov.)

Let's talk about how animals prepare for and survive winter. Meet some of MetroParks' program animals while we discuss who sleeps, who leaves town, and who adapts to frosty winter conditions.

All ages
FREE

Did you know that Butler County was once home to a thriving 19th-century Amish community? Jeff Lehman, President of Friends of Chrisholm and a descendant of four of the community's families will talk about the origins of the Amish Mennonites in Butler County and their connection to the Chrisholm MetroPark Historic Farmstead. Learn about the community's growth, internal conflict and the eventual loss of its Amish affiliation. The historic Augspurger House will be open for tours following the talk.

Adults
FREE