Forget deck the halls, we’ve decked the park with dazzling lights! You’ll wind your way through our Winter Wonderland, North Pole Car Show, Winter Farm, and Festive Festival, then wave to Santa at the North Pole as you exit. Drive through once, and you’ll want to do it again…as this
We give a whole new meaning to GLOW with our Pumpkin Glow! No traditional, candlelit pumpkins here…just hand-painted pumpkins in black light-reflective paint! The trails of Caesar Ford Park will be lined with hundreds of hand-painted pumpkins covering everything from cartoons to music to horror shows, animals, and more. Once
Easter egg hunts aren’t just for kids anymore! This egg hunt is AMPED up and sure to be a wild time! Can you find Easter eggs in the dark? If you can, you could win prizes! Participants must have a flashlight to participate, bags will be provided. Ages 18 and
Join our Ranger Team at the Caesar Ford Ranger Classic for a day-long event with endless fun.The fun includes a FREE car show, music, food and more! You don’t have to own a classic car to be part of this fun! Come on out and view the cars and enjoy
Our egg hunts are AMPED up, EXTREME and sure to be a wild time! Can you find Easter eggs in the dark? If you can, you could win prizes! Participants must have a flashlight to participate, bags will be provided. On your mark, get set…HUNT! ****There is an 8 ticket limit
Treat yourself to a sweet night out! Greene County Parks & Trails is partnering with ele Cake Company for an indulgent cake decorating class designed just for adults. Learn step-by-step techniques from the pros and design your own delicious masterpiece to take home. No experience needed — just bring your
***NEW LOCATION FOR 2026*** Back by popular demand! Join us, and some amazing guest speakers, as we dive into an Urban farming adventure. During this Urban Homesteading series, you will learn the basics of using the space you have to grow produce and more. This series is great for those
“B-I-N-G-O” – BINGO in the Park for Seniors! Please come join us for a fun game of BINGO at the Greene County Parks & Trails Satellite Building located INSIDE at 623 Dayton-Xenia Road, Xenia, Ohio, to play some BINGO! This is a FREE program for seniors that will have some prizes for winners
What could be better than a nice stack of pancakes, with fresh syrup made right here in your backyard? How about those same pancakes, syrup and sausage delivered right to your car as you drive through our Great Pancake Pickup! That’s right, all you have to do is drive through
Experience the magic of turning maple sap into syrup as you walk through the winter woods. Guided tours will show you how to identify sugar maple trees, how syrup has been made throughout history, and more. Tours end at our sugar shack and include a tasty sample of our “liquid
Discover the magic of hiking at night when the full moon lights the way. Will you see glowing eyes? Hear the hoot of an owl? Join us to experience nature at night… New in 2026, we will be adding fun themes to our Full Moon Hikes starting in March and
NEW monthly drop off program for homeschool teens that dives into nature and science through hands on learning. Indoor and Outdoor labs with topics like dissections, plant science, earth science, ecology, geology, zoology, biology, chemistry, meteorology and more! Guest speakers who are experts in their fields will be utilized when
NEW monthly drop off program for homeschool teens that dives into nature and science through hands on learning. Indoor and Outdoor labs with topics like dissections, plant science, earth science, ecology, geology, zoology, biology, chemistry, meteorology and more! Guest speakers who are experts in their fields will be utilized when
NEW monthly drop off program for homeschool teens that dives into nature and science through hands on learning. Indoor and Outdoor labs with topics like dissections, plant science, earth science, ecology, geology, zoology, biology, chemistry, meteorology and more! Guest speakers who are experts in their fields will be utilized when
Are you looking to start a new hobby or explore a potential new career? If so, this series of 6 classes will help you determine if beekeeping is a sweet fit for you. Meet fellow enthusiasts, ask questions and learn what it takes to become a successful beekeeper. Three instructors with
Have you ever wondered how to identify trees without their leaves? This naturalist-led hike will teach you how to look at things like bark, seeds, buds, habitat, overall shape and more. You may discover that it can actually be EASIER to identify trees without all those leaves in the way!
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
To better support our customers, we are transitioning to a new software system for program registrations and facility reservations. This system will provide a better experience all around and will make it much easier for you to enjoy all that Greene County Parks & Trails has to offer. What does
For generations in Xenia, Christmas didn’t truly begin until Santa moved into his little house on the Greene County Courthouse lawn. Starting in the 1950s, families would bundle up and head downtown just to see Santa, tucked inside his house at the foot of the courthouse. Kids waited their turn
Richard Kharman I’m honored and excited to introduce myself as the new Director for Greene County Parks & Trails. As I write this, it’s a beautiful day to reflect on how we become who we are. I’m sure many of you would like to know a little about me. My
Each week, we will get our heart rate up and get moving while enjoying the outdoors in our beautiful parks. Walks are guided and self-paced. Greene County Parks & Trails, Fairborn Parks and Recreation and the City of Beavercreek Parks Department have teamed up to provide walks all over Greene
All proceeds to benefit the Greene County Suicide Prevention Veteran Subcommittee XENIA, OH — Greene County Parks & Trails (GCP&T) is proud to announce that the 2025 Greene County Bike Tour for Veteran Suicide Prevention raised $1,800 in support of the Greene County Suicide Prevention Veteran Subcommittee (GCSPVS). The check
This one day ride will showcase the extensive trail system in Greene County with all proceeds benefiting the Greene County Suicide Prevention Veteran Subcommittee. Planned routes of 10, 30, and 60 miles will be supported with rest stops and refreshments. The Greene Country Trail Sentinel volunteers will be out on the
Proceeds to benefit local organizations committed to battling suicide Our mission is to honor the fallen, support our veterans, and raise awareness about the critical issue of military and veteran suicide. We carry the weight of those who have served—those lost on the battlefield, on the streets of America, and
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
Greene County Parks & Trails is excited to be back again with some great bluegrass music at Caesar Ford Park! This year’s concert will feature Joe Mullins and the Radio Ramblers! The 2019 IBMA Entertainer of the Year, Joe Mullins and the Radio Ramblers, have 11 #1 songs and albums
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
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! Cock A Doodle WHOO wants
Follow the soft glow of luminaries in the snow… Enjoy the calmness of the woods in winter on the Winter Solstice, the longest night of the year. Refreshments and holiday treats available for those participating in the hike (while supplies last). This is a self-guided hike along a luminary lit
Santa’s Elves will be around to assist with our new program, Santabilities Workshop, as we open the North Pole to those that need a little extra help and attention. Santabilities Workshop is the same great program as Santa’s Workshop, just geared to people that are differently-abled. This program is for the young
We currently can NOT take reservations for facilities or campsites for dates after May 31. Please wait until our new reservation system opens on June 1. If you would like to request a reservation for an event BEFORE May 31, please use this form to let us know details.