Schools are out next Monday January 15 in observance of Martin Luther King Day.

If you're looking for something to do with your kids, why not take advantage of these fun activities planned at locations across Northeast Ohio. If you know of any other events, please leave a comment below or send me an email. Thanks!

FREE or Discounted Admission to Area Museums on Martin Luther King Day

FREE MLK Jr. Day Activities Fair at the University of Akron
Monday, January 15, 2018; 9am-1pm

FREE Admission to the Cleveland Museum of Natural History
Monday, January 15, 2018; 10am-4pm

FREE Admission at International Women's Air & Space Museum
Monday, January 15, 2018; 10am-4pm

Discounted Admission to the Greater Cleveland Aquarium
Monday, January 15, 2018, from 10am-4pm

FREE Admission to the Great Lakes Science Center
TBA; 10am-5pm

FREE Admission to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Monday, January 15, 2018; 10am-5:30pm

FREE Admission to the Akron Zoo
Monday, January 15, 2018; 11am-4pm

FREE Admission to the Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage
Monday, January 15, 2018; 11am-5pm

FREE Celebrating the Life of Dr. MLK Jr. Cleveland Museum of Art
Monday, January 15, 2018; 11am-4pm

FREE 36th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Concert at Severance Hall
Monday, January 15, 2018; 12pm-5pm

Family Day: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration at the Akron Art Museum
Monday, January 15, 2018; 1pm-4pm

FREE Martin Luther King Jr. Day Activities Fair at The University of Akron

The fair will include biographic information on Martin Luther King Jr., historical information on the Civil Rights Movement, Martin Luther King Jr. gallery and other visual displays, performances, arts and crafts, and information about various organizations. {Find Out More}
When: Monday, January 15, 2018; 9am-1pm
Where: The University of Akron Student Union, 303 Carroll St., Akron, OH 44325
Cost: FREE

Kids Clay Owl Class with Cleveland Metroparks

Make a cute owl-shaped container out of clay! Use it as a planter, to hold pencils, or for decoration. Decorate your owl using beans and other natural items. {Find Out More}
When: Monday, January 15, 2018; 10am-12pm or 1pm-3pm
Where: Brecksville Nature Center, 9000 Chippewa Creek Dr., Brecksville, OH 44141

MLK Off School Kids Day at Lorain County Metro Parks

Off from school? Join in crafts, activities, games, and swimming! {Find Out More}
When: Monday, January 15, 2018; 10am-2pm
Where: Splash Zone, 95 W. Hamilton Rd., Oberlin, OH 44074
Cost: $7-$10.50

FREE January Fun Day Monday at Lake Metroparks

Enjoy indoor and outdoor scavenger hunts, a simple nature craft, X-Plorer packs filled with hands-on seasonal activities, animal encounters from the Kevin P. Clinton Wildlife Center, and much more! {Find Out More}
When: Monday, January 15, 2018; 10am-3pm
Where: Penitentiary Glen Nature Center, 8668 Kirtland Chardon Rd., Willoughby, OH 44094
Cost: FREE

FREE Ice Fest at North Coast Harbor

The one-day event is free to the public, (Martin Lurther King, Jr. Day) Monday, January 15, 2018. Almost 30 ice displays will be set up on the walk way between the Science Center and Rock Hall. Activities include Slide down the North Coast Harbor Ice Slide, meet and greet “Snow Sisters” at the WKYC Channel 3 Ice Throne, 30-minute carving demonstrations, free face painting, DJ Arctic & the fire and light LED performers, WOW air Fire & Ice Tower lighting, and more! In addition, the Great Lakes Science Center and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & Museum will host FREE admission for the day. {Find Out More}
When: Monday, January 15, 2018; 10am-5pm
Where: 1180 E. Ninth St., Cleveland, OH 44114
Cost: FREE

School's Out Cookout at Summit County Park District

Bring your own hot dogs and buns to cook over an open fire; drinks and condiments will be provided. Enjoy nature trivia while cooking and eating your lunch. {Find Out More}
When: Monday, January 15, 2018; 11am-12pm
Where: Liberty Park Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH 44087

Reindeer Run at Lock 3

Enjoy 150 feet of downhill fun. Reindeer Run is an all-season polymer coated slide designed to provide a fun ride for children 14 and under. Adults may accompany children on the slide. {Find Out More}
When: Wednesday-Monday, November 24, 2017 through February 19, 2018; 12pm-5pm
Where: 200 S. Main St., Akron, OH 44308
Cost: Only sleds provided by Lock 3 may be used and are rented for $3. Purchase wristband at Skate Rental Desk.

Polar Putt Putt at Lock 3

Enjoy 9 holes of indoor putt-putt golf! {Find Out More}
When: Wednesday-Monday, November 24, 2017 through February 19, 2018; 12pm-5pm
Where: 200 S. Main St., Akron, OH 44308
Cost: $3 for 9-holes. 3 and under free. Putt-putt for only $1 with the purchase of ice skating.

FREE Family Day: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day at Akron Art Museum

Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr.’s vision by recharging your imagination with hands-on art activities, games, and storytelling paired with artists from the museum’s contemporary collection. {Find Out More}
When: Monday, January 15, 2018; 1pm-4pm
Where: 1 S. High St., Akron, OH 44308
Cost: Family Day activities are free. No registration required. Gallery admission free for members and children (age 17 and under).

Snowman Crafts at Lorain County Metro Parks

Snowman crafts for school age kids. {Find Out More}
When: Monday, January 15, 2018; 2pm-3pm
Where: Miller Nature Preserve, 2739 Center Rd., Avon, OH 44011
Cost: $3

More Outdoor Fun

Go Sled Riding – Be sure to bundle up and be careful out there!

Indoor & Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks – Details on all the local indoor and outdoor rinks.

Ice Skating Rink at Lock 3
200 S. Main St., Akron, OH 44280
(Summit County) – Seasonal Outdoor Ice Arena. Lock 3’s 10,000 sq. ft. ice rink is Ohio’s largest seasonal ice skating rink. Offers ice skating, skate rentals, and party rentals. (Skating is $4, which includes rental, or only $2 with your own skates.)
(330) 375-2877
Website | Our Review

Outdoor Rink at Wade Oval
10820 East Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44106
(Cuyahoga County) – Seasonal Outdoor Ice Rink. Open November 24, 2017 through March 4, 2018. Offers ice skating, skate rentals, special events, parties, and more. ($2 to skate, $3 skate rentals)
(216) 707-5033
Website

Outdoor Ice Rink at Gorge Metro Park
1160 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, OH 4422
(Summit County) – Mayor Don Walters is proud to announce a partnership between the City of Cuyahoga Falls and the Summit County Metro Parks for free ice skating events at Gorge Metro Park. The events will run from noon to 4 p.m. on the following Saturdays: December 30, 2017, January 13, 2018, and February 10, 2018.
(330) 971-8135
Website

Indoor Fun

Indoor Play Centers – All the fun places where kids and families can play indoors (playgrounds, arcades, laser tag, and more). Many are offering discounts and special hours for MLK Day.

20 Indoor Activities – Here are some ideas for fun things you can do from the comfort of your own home.

If you know of any other events, please leave a comment below or send me an email. Thanks!