11 Earth Day Activities in NE Ohio Perfect for Enjoying the Great Outdoors

If you are looking for an Earth Day activity you are in luck because many Northeast Ohio communities, businesses, and parks are planning fun family-friendly Earth Day events you won’t want to miss. In addition, we’ve got some great ideas to get you outside to enjoy some fresh air, sunshine, and the beauty of nature!

Attend an Earth Day Festival and Celebration

Join in the fun at a local Earth Day Festival or Celebration! From park activities to parties for the planet, there is a little something for everyone to enjoy.

Earth Day Celebration at Kent State Stark {Find Out More} (The annual Earth Day Celebration will no longer be held at Kent State Stark.)
Earth Day Activities at Penitentiary Glen Reservation {Find Out More}
Party for the Planet at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo {Find Out More}

Visit Brandywine Falls in Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Experience the sounds of a rushing waterfall at Brandywine Falls. Tucked inside of Ohio’s very own National Park, you can watch the beauty of the 60-foot falls accessed by the boardwalk. The falls are the most popular attraction in Cuyahoga Valley National Park. You can take in the natural geographical features of a waterfall carved by Brandywine Creek.

Brandywine Falls
8176 Brandywine Rd., Northfield, OH
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Feed Animals at Majestic Meadows Alpacas

Come visit the farm and meet an assortment of amazing animals. From alpacas to sheep to kangaroos, you can experience these animals up close. Purchase a bag of feed and walk around the property at your leisure, feeding many of the animals right from your hand. For all animal lovers, you will get a unique interactive and educational opportunity.

Majestic Meadows
4195 Abbeyville Rd., Medina, OH 44256
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Visit the Holden Arboretum

What better way to celebrate Earth Day than to enjoy the beauty of the Earth? Ohio is home to the Holden Arboretum, which is one of the largest arboretums and botanical gardens in the United States. You can walk the property while taking in the diverse ecological wonders that Ohio has to offer. You’ll experience gardens and ponds, unique attractions like the canopy walk and emergent tower, and even adventure woods, designed specially for little ones.

Holden Arboretum
Warren H. Corning Visitor Center or the Katharine Holden Thayer Center
9550 Sperry Rd., Kirtland, OH 44094
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Explore the Watershed Stewardship Center

Come inside and learn stormwater management methods through hands-on activities and displays. From an interactive, light-up map to live native animals throughout the building, you’ll get an immersive experience. Outside you can explore a variety of trails from paved paths to more challenging trails leading to scenic overlooks. The center also features a Wetland Discovery room designed for children’s play and a nature viewing room with a fireplace and floor-to-ceiling windows.

Watershed Stewardship Center
West Creek Reservation, 2277 W. Ridgewood Dr., Parma, OH 44134
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Search for Beach Glass

Try your luck at finding the tiny sparkling treasures along the shores of Lake Erie. Not sure where to start? We’ve got you covered with tips to help make your search a success. Check out our guide for searching for Lake Erie beach glass.

Play at the SKiP Stow Kids’ Playground

Get out in nature and play at SKiP Stow Kids’ Playground. This new, colorful playground offers a variety of climbing structures and slides at different levels for all ages. Bigger kids can even explore the sky-high obstacle course! Take a ride on the zip line or spin on one of the newly designed merry-go-rounds. There are even diggers in the sandbox and an assortment of musical instruments to enjoy.

SKiP Stow Kids’ Playground
3870 Darrow Rd., Stow, OH 44224
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