Greene County Parks & Trails

BINGO in the Park - No Registration
2025-05-07 13:30 - 14:45 (America/New_York) | Fairgrounds Recreation Center, 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
“B-I-N-G-O” – BINGO in the Park for Seniors!
Please come join us for a fun game of BINGO at the Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park (Large Shelter) to play some BINGO! This is a FREE program for seniors that will have some prizes for winners and some good fun and laughs for all.
Will you be a winner? Come on out to find out! What better way to play and enjoy BINGO than in one of your beautiful Greene County Parks!
This program is FREE for those Ages 55 & Up. Picnic tables are available. Please bring a chair or cushion for your comfort.
Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park is located at: 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, Ohio 45385 – next to the Greene County Fairgrounds.

Stop Stressing & Start Living! - No Registration
2025-05-08 13:30 - 14:30
Modern Life is full of hassles, deadlines, frustrations, and demands. Learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms of stress and discover ways to manage that stress.
A representative from the Ohio State University (OSU) Extension Office Greene County will present this informative program at the Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park (Large Shelter) at which time you will learn coping skills to deal with everyday hassles and frustrations that you may experience in your life. Please join us!
This is a FREE program for those Ages 55 & Up.
Picnic tables are available. Please bring your own chair or cushion for your comfort if you prefer.
Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park is located at: 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, Ohio – next to the Greene County Fairgrounds.

Painting with Mrs. Stanley - Registration Required
2025-05-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Clifton Reserve & Lodge, 2762 S. River Rd., Clifton, OH, 45316, United States
Greene County Parks & Trails is excited to be partnering with Mrs. Stanley, a local art teacher, on some fun painting classes for adults. As always, Mrs. Stanley will guide you through the process and help you create a masterpiece to be proud of!

Looking for something fun to do for Mother’s Day? Or maybe you would like to gift your mother a masterpiece made by her favorite child that she will surely treasure? Then look no more! Join GCP&T and Mrs. Stanley, our painting guru, for a fun evening of wine and painting. Participants are welcome to bring one bottle of wine/beer (only) of their choice as they paint a spring masterpiece. All supplies will be provided for you to participate.

Casting Comrades Fishing Derby for Veterans - Registration Required
2025-05-10 09:00 - 12:00 | Spring Lakes Park, 2191 Ferry Road, Bellbrook, OH, 45305, United States
Join Greene County Parks & Trails, along with Greene County Veterans Association, for a fishing derby fit for our heroes.
If you are a veteran or a current service member, you are invited for a morning of fishing at Spring Lakes Park where you will attempt to catch the BIG ONE! At minimum, you could leave with some good stories.
Prizes will be awarded for the most fish caught and the largest fish caught.
9 – 9:30 check-in
9:30a – 11 am — Fishing Derby
11:30 am — Prizes
You must have your own fishing equipment to participate; we will provide 1 container of worms per registrant. You are encouraged to bring along additional worms as well as drinks and snacks to enjoy.

Stained Glass - Registration Required
2025-05-10 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-05-10 15:00 - 18:00 | Narrows Reserve, 2575 Indian Ripple Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
In this class you will learn the basic techniques of working with stained glass and decorative tinning to create this work of art to display in your home.
Price includes personal instruction and all the supplies needed to make one sun-catcher.
**No refunds will be provided. Craft supplies cannot be sent home for no-show registrants

Night Ride: Xenia Station to Cedarville - No Registration
2025-05-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Xenia Station, 150 Miami Avenue, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Join the GCP&T Trail Sentinels for a moonlight ride along the region’s bike trails. GCP&T Trail Sentinels are an elite volunteer group who patrol the trails and coordinate several cycling events.
Night Rides are free and leave Xenia Station at 7 PM, finishing around 9 PM. The average speed of the ride is 10 – 13 MPH.
All night riders must:
Be 18 and older
Wear a helmet and have lights on their bikes
Have bike repair items
– Rides will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather.
***And let’s be real…these rides are for ice cream 🙂

Homeschool Science Days DISCOVERY HIKE: Birds - No Registration
2025-05-13 10:00 - 11:30 | Indian Mound Reserve, 2750 US Rt 42 E, Cedarville, OH, 45314
Bring your homeschool groups outside for hands-on science designed for all ages. Two programs are designed just for homeschoolers. They are called Homeschool Science Days and Homeschool Science Days DISCOVERY HIKES.
Homeschool Science Days DISCOVERY HIKES last 90 minutes and cover seasonal topics such as wildflowers, habitats, animal tracking and more. These discovery hikes are guided and will leave promptly at 10 am. Late guests will have to catch up. The hikes end at 11:30 am.
Dress for the weather. This program will be entirely outdoors, rain or shine. There is a chance that participants may get muddy.
At least one adult must be present with each homeschool group.
Registration is no longer needed for the homeschool educational series.

DISCOVERY HIKE: Birds
The Spring migration is in full swing. Your homeschoolers will learn how to identify birds by their calls, behaviors, color patterns and more! Bring binoculars if you have them, a limited supply will be on hand to borrow for the hike. Starts at 10am sharp. If you’re late, go find us! No strollers.

Music in the Park with Robert Colaner - "Bobby the Piano Guy" - No Registration
2025-05-14 13:30 - 14:30 | Fairgrounds Recreation Center, 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Come join us for a musical performance by Robert Colaner, aka, “Bobby the Piano Guy”! Bob Colaner will be performing at the Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park, Large Shelter, where he will entertain you by playing music from different eras on his electric piano keyboard. He may even sing a few tunes for us!
Bob is a long time Xenia resident who studied at the University of Mount Union where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education. Bob has been a classroom music teacher, private music teacher, arranger, conductor and conference speaker. Bob will perform music on his electric piano keyboard which will include gentle piano jazz and a bit of Rock ’n’ Roll!
This is a FREE event for those Ages 55 & Up. Picnic tables are available or you are welcome to bring a comfortable chair along. See you there!
Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park is located at: 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, Ohio, next to the Greene County Fairgrounds and across from the James Ranch Park.

Wiggle Worms - Exploring Our 5 Senses - No Registration
2025-05-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Fairgrounds Recreation Center, 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Our unique Wiggle Worms program is designed to introduce children, ages 2-5, to the natural world through play and fun!
Each month our Wiggle Worms will enjoy programs of different topics. All Wiggle Worms are held from 10 am – Noon and attendees can come anytime during those hours, allowing time to complete the stations/activities. Adults are required to stay with the child/children during the program.
These programs are free and open to the public.

Exploring Our 5 Senses
Our senses are amazing and we can learn so much from them. Come out and help us explore all 5 of our senses in a creatively fun way!

Morning Milers - No Registration
2025-05-17 09:00 - 11:00 | Beavercreek Community Park, 801 Factory Rd, Beavercreek, OH, 45434, United States
Join the GCP&T Trail Sentinels for an early morning ride along the region’s bike trails. GCP&T Trail Sentinels are an elite volunteer group who patrol the trails and coordinate several cycling events.
These rides are not for the beginner skill level and may include a short, off-trail portion with an average of 25-35 miles at 15-17 MPH.
Rides are FREE and meet at 8:30 AM with rides starting at 9 AM, finishing around 11 AM.
Rides will be cancelled in the event of a inclement weather.
All night riders must:
Be 18 and older
Wear a helmet
Have bike repair items
Starting Point Addresses:
Beavercreek Community Park
801 Factory Rd., Beavercreek, OH 45434
Xenia Station
150 S. Miami Ave., Xenia, OH 45385

Wacky Wayfarer Series - Hip Hop Dance Hike - No Registration
2025-05-17 18:30 - 20:30 | Narrows Reserve, 2575 Indian Ripple Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
There’s a Party in the woods and you’re invited! Bring your glow sticks and body paint for this after dark party hike in the woods! We will provide black light flashlights and the MUSIC!

Difficulty and accessibility will be listed under each event.
Level 1 – Flat dirt, gravel, or paved trail. Minimal elevation changes.
Level 2 – Rough dirt, gravel, or paved trail. Medium elevation changes.
Level 3 – Rocky and unstable trail. Multiple difficult elevation changes.

**Difficulty: Level 1 – Flat dirt, gravel, or paved trail. Minimal elevation changes.

Toad-ally Together - Nerf Night - No Registration
2025-05-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Russ Nature Reserve, 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, 45431, United States
Toad-ally Together is back for another year! This fun series of programs, partnered by Greene County Parks & Trails and GCBDD, is designed to bring kids and families of all abilities together to have fun in our backyard! Geared towards children ages 2 & up and of all abilities.
These are drop in programs, you do not have to stay for the full 2 hours. An adult or guardian is required to stay during the program.
This is a FREE event, registration requested but not required, walk-ins welcome

Nerf Night
Greene County Parks & Trails will be joining Greene County Board of Developmental Disabilities for an exciting Nerf battle! Bring along your Nerf guns and your competitive nature as we battle it out to determine the ultimate winner…just kidding, we are there to have fun. Eye wear is required, please mark your nerf bullets. We cannot guarantee you will leave with the ones you brought. This is a FREE event; no registration is required. People of all abilities are encouraged to join!

Amphibians & Birds - Oh, My! - No Registration
2025-05-21 14:00 - 15:00 | Fairgrounds Recreation Center, 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
When is the last time that you saw or were in close contact with an amphibian or bird?!
Well, come join us at the Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park (Large Shelter) where you will see some of those beautiful creatures. You will also learn about their habitats, their eating habits, and their ability to survive in an ever-changing ecosystem.
You will leave with a better understanding and information about some of our most precious creatures and how important they are in helping to maintain our ecosystem and survival, no matter how big or small!
This is a FREE program for those Ages 55 & Up. Picnic tables are available. You may bring your own chair or cushion for your comfort if you prefer.
Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park is located at: 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, Ohio – next to the Greene County Fairgrounds.

Krafting Korner - Registration Required
2025-05-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Russ Nature Reserve, 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, 45431, United States
WE ARE BACK to craft with you on a seasonal basis. Join us for this popular program where we make seasonal crafts for you to enjoy for years to come.
New this year, the Krafting Korner will travel to different parks in the County.
Although the program is scheduled or 2 hours, not all crafts will take the full time. Feel free to stay as long as you need to complete your project…but also to leave when you have a finished product.
Due to space, we are unable to accommodate unregistered guests. This program is for adults
Additional crafts will be added as they are decided upon.

Estate Planning (Ages 55 & Up) - No Registration
2025-05-22 13:30 - 14:30 | Fairgrounds Recreation Center, 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Do you have general questions about estate planning? Please join us at the Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park (Large Shelter) for this informational program.
A representative from the Ohio State University (OSU) Extension Office Greene County, will be presenting this program that will look at the steps to start processing your paperwork. Participants will also learn how to have those difficult conversations with family members.
This program is FREE for Ages 55 & Up. Picnic tables are available. Please bring your own chair or cushion for your comfort if you prefer.
Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park is located at: 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, Ohio – next to the Greene County Fairgrounds.

GTO Wood Burning Art - Registration Required
2025-05-23 18:00 - 20:00 | GCPT Headquarters, 635 Dayton-Xenia Rd., Xenia, OH, 45385
Are you looking for different ways to get creative? Are you artistic but tired of just painting and drawing? Join us as we learn to use wood burning pens to create amazing art by burning designs and images into a piece of wood. Each registrant will get a wood burning tool to keep and take home to practice their new skill. Parents are not required to stay for this program.

Night Ride: Xenia Station to Jamestown - No Registration
2025-05-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Xenia Station, 150 Miami Avenue, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States

Yo Yeti Yeti, where you be? - Registration Required
2025-05-28 18:00 - 20:00 | James Ranch Park, 177 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Get ready to find the Yeti! A Yeti is on the loose at James Ranch Park. Do you have what it takes to solve the mysteries and find this cousin of Bigfoot? Beware, the Yeti is full of surprises! A cuddly Yeti will be your reward, IF you can find him.

Morning Milers - No Registration
2025-05-31 09:00 - 11:00 | Xenia Station, 150 Miami Avenue, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States

GET OUT! It's Game Day - No Registration
2025-05-31 13:00 - 15:00 | Russ Nature Reserve, 2380 Kemp Road, Beavercreek, OH, 45431, United States
Games don’t just have to be played inside! Bring the whole family out for some fabulous Outdoor games! We will dust off our favorite summer camp games for the whole family to play! Capture the flag, elbow tag, bat and moth, and so many more! We will have cornhole and some other yard games on hand as well! Join us for some good outdoor fun!

10-13 ~ Roughin' It - Registration Required
2025-06-02 09:00 - 14:30, 2025-06-03 09:00 - 14:30, 2025-06-04 09:00 - 14:30, 2025-06-05 09:00 - 23:59, 2025-06-06 00:00 - 12:00 | Narrows Reserve, 2575 Indian Ripple Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Looking to unplug and hove some serious fun in the woods? Then this week is for you!
Cooking over an open fire, tossing a tomahawk and building your own shelter are all included in this week of outdoor adventure. Each camper will also receive their very own pocket knofe. Campers will spend Thursday night with us at a camp-out. Tents, dinner, snack and breakfast will be provided during the camp-out.

Fishing at Spring Lakes - No Registration
2025-06-03 10:30 - 12:00 | Spring Lakes Park, 2191 Ferry Road, Bellbrook, OH, 45305, United States
Fishing is one of the most relaxing ways to to enjoy the great outdoors at one of your Greene County Parks!
Please come out to join us at the Spring Lakes Park located in Bellbrook, Ohio. There will be fishing and enjoying time together in a calm and serene atmosphere. There will be plenty of time to share fishing stories! Do you have a good fishing story to tell? There will also be some prizes for various fish caught. You have to show up and fish to find out what those prizes are…!
This is a FREE program for those ages 55 & up. Free bait will be available while supplies last. Please bring your own fishing poles/gear.
Please bring a comfortable chair or cushion and snacks for your comfort. Picnic tables/areas are available.
The Spring Lakes Park is located at: 2191 Ferry Road, Bellbrook, Ohio.

Toddler & Me Hikes - No Registration
2025-06-05 10:00 - 10:30 | Pearl’s Fen, 4524 Byron Road, Fairborn, OH, 45324, United States
We are back with more hikes for the beginner hikers of Greene County! This preschool program will get those little legs used to hiking in our parks. This 30 minute Toddler & Me program will introduce the children to the outdoor world through short hikes within our parks. The program is designed for an adult to participate with the toddler(s).
This is a free program, no registration required.

Home Food Preservation: Selecting, Using, & Preserving Herbs - No Registration
2025-06-05 13:30 - 14:30 | Fairgrounds Recreation Center, 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH, 45385, United States
Join us to learn more about popular herbs to grow in Ohio and how to select herbs for cooking or preserving. This program is being held at the Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park (Large Shelter) where you will learn in a park atmosphere!
A representative from the Ohio State University (OSU) Extension Office Greene County, will present this interesting program at which you will discover a variety of ways to incorporate herbs into your cooking. In addition, you will explore different methods to preserve herbs for year-round usage.
This is a Free program for Ages 55 & Up. Picnic tables are available. Please bring your own chair or cushion for your comfort.
Fairgrounds Recreation Center Park is located at: 210 Fairground Road, Xenia, Ohio – next to the Greene County Fairgrounds.

Throwback Prom - Registration Required
2025-06-06 19:00 - 22:00 | Clifton Reserve & Lodge, 2762 S. River Rd., Clifton, OH, 45316, United States
Okay party people! Let’s thrown down like our senior year of high school as we dance the night away like we did at prom so many years ago! Maybe you never had the chance to go to prom, maybe you want to relive that time in your life or MAYBE you just want to have some FUN! Either way this is the event for you! Join us for our second Adult Prom.
A DJ will be playing all of your favorite hits, we will have snacks galore, and a photographer to capture the memories!
Formal wear is encouraged, but not required.
