Free Things to Do
You don’t have to break the bank to enjoy Ohio’s Largest Playground!
There are plenty of ways for visitors to play, splash and explore in Warren County for free. Visit Caesar Creek State Park for swimming, boating, hiking and fossil-searching, and check out Warren County’s full list of parks for even more outdoor adventure. Hike, bike or rollerblade on the Little Miami Scenic Bike Trail. Interested in art? Visit the Franklin Murals. Take a self-guided walking tour of Springboro to learn about the Underground Railroad and visit as many as 50 confirmed safe houses. Whether you are looking to keep your kids entertained, spend time outdoors or get active, you’ll find plenty of free activities in Cincinnati and Warren County, Ohio. Check out this listing of some of the most interesting and fun free things to do in Southwest Ohio.
April 21, 2018 - April 21, 2018
Earth Day in the Park (Green Up Day)
9am-1pm
Caesar Creek State Park Nature Center
4006 Pioneer Village Road
Waynesville, OH 45068
(513) 897-2437
Help the Naturalist with service projects in the park. Join us for special programming afterwards. Call 513-897-2437 for more information or see our separate flyer on our website for more details.
Admission is FREE!
May 17, 2018 - May 19, 2018
B-17 Memphis Belle Exhibit Opening & Events
9am-5pm with some evening activities Daily
National Museum of the U.S. Air Force
1100 Spaatz St
WPAFB, OH 45433
(937) 255-8606
One of the most recognizable symbols of World War II will once again report for duty exactly 75 years after its crew finished their last mission in the war against Nazi Germany on May 17, 1943. Plans call for the aircraft to be placed on permanent public display in the WWII Gallery of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force on May 17, 2018.
Admission Fee: FREE
June 21, 2018 - June 21, 2018
Summer Solstice Sunrise Program
Gates open at 5:30am One Day
Fort Ancient Earthworks and Nature Preserve
6123 St Rt 350
Oregonia, OH 45054
(513) 932-4421
Join Fort Ancient in welcoming the first day of summer through this exciting program of observing the sunrise as the Ancient peoples did 2,000 years ago. Watch the sun rise between two walls of earth when aligning yourself between the earthen wall and a stone covered mound. Guests will also learn the importance of Fort Ancient to those who built it between 100BC and AD 500.
Admission Free
June 23, 2018 - June 23, 2018
Youth Fishing Derby
Registration opens at 8am & Fishing begins at 9am
Caesar Creek State Park
8570 East State Route 73
Waynesville, OH 45068
(513) 897-2437
Free and Open to the Public. Registration opens at 8:00 am, fishing begins at 9:00 am. Meet at the Youth Fishing Pond near the Caesar Creek State Park Marina. Instructors are on hand to help you learn the ins and outs of this lifelong hobby. Equipment and bait are provided while supplies last.
Admission is FREE!
July 03, 2018 - July 03, 2018
Red Rhythm and Boom
4pm-10pm One Day
Mason Municipal Campus
6000 Mason Montgomery Road
Mason, OH 45040
(513) 229-8500
Join us for the City of Mason's annual Red Rhythm and Boom event on Tuesday, July 3 2018! This patriotic event will feature music by nationally acclaimed artists, kids activities and attractions, food, exhibitors, fireworks and more! The event takes place at the Mason Municipal Campus at 6000 Mason Montgomery Road.
Parking and Admission are FREE!
September 15, 2018 - September 15, 2018
Heritage Festival and Parade
10am-4pm One Day
Mason Municipal Campus
6000 Mason Montgomery Road
Mason, OH 45040
(513) 229-8500
Mark your calendars for the annual Heritage Festival and Parade taking place on Saturday, September 15 at the Mason Municipal Center Campus! The event will feature a parade, kids’ activities, carnival games, crafts, vendors, music entertainment and more! The event will begin at 10 a.m. with the annual parade followed by activities and entertainment until 4 p.m.
The event is free and open to the public and is sure to include fun for all ages!
September 29, 2018 - October 28, 2018
Bonnybrook Farms' Fall Farm Days
Sat-Sun: 12pm-6pm Weekly
Family traditions are enjoyed by many at Bonnybrook Farms, a beautiful and historic 370 acre working farm located in rural Warren County.
Climb aboard the farm wagon for a family friendly Adventure Wagon Ride. Fun on the Farm activities include a “Pick your Own” Pumpkin Patch; Archery; Clodhopper Golf; Crazed Corn Maze; Pony Rides; Giant Slingshots; Horse Shoe Hill with 80’ Underground Slide; Farm Yard Play Area; Birthday Parties; Farm Animals to Pet and Brush and Fish to Feed. The Great Pumpkin 5K Trail Run/Walk and Pumpkin Chuckin' on Halloween weekend.
Admission: Free (fee for some activities); Free Parking
November 21, 2018 - November 21, 2018
Winter Solstice Sunrise Program
7:30am One Day
Fort Ancient Earthworks and Nature Preserve
6123 St Rt 350
Oregonia, OH 45054
(513) 932-4421
As the leaves have fallen leaving the trees bare at the end of autumn, guests will be able to clearly view the 2,000-year-old earthen walls as the sun rises on the shortest day of the year. Experience the solstice as ancient people may have done during this ceremonial moment several thousand years ago.
This event is free to the public.
