Fun Stuff to Do

These are some fun things to do that our editors found.  Check back often because our list is always changing, we update it every day!

May 2025

02 May

Canal Market District Farmers Market

05/02/2025 - 10/31/2025    
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The outdoor farmers market at Canal Market District is EVERY FRIDAY from 4-7pm from May-October and features over 40 vendors each week. Come shop from [...]

Jul 2025

31 Jul

Heath Lions Sale

07/31/2025 - 08/01/2025    
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
The Heath Lions Club is having a yard sale on Thursday, July 31st and Friday, August 1st from 9 AM to 4 PM at Hoback [...]

Aug 2025

01 Aug

Intro to Kayak on the Licking River

08/01/2025    
12:00 am - 11:30 am
Join us for a morning paddle down the Licking River from Riverview Reserve to Stadden’s Landing. All gear is provided, but participants must wear close-toed [...]
01 Aug

Wildflower trail every day in July 8am 8pm

08/01/2025 - 08/31/2025    
8:00 am - 8:00 pm
It’s official, the magic is back! The fairies have migrated back to the Wildflower Trail at Infirmary Mound Park. The Fairy Trail is OPEN May [...]
01 Aug

Recipe Exchange

08/01/2025    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
The theme for the exchange is bring your favorite tomato dish. Prepare your tomato dish and don’t forget to bring the recipe, too. We invite [...]
02 Aug

History Walk: Transportation!

Offered at 10 AM, 12 PM & 2 PM, on Saturday, June 7! Travel through time and join our history educator on a walking tour [...]
05 Aug

Tai Chi and QiGong in the Park

08/05/2025    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Tai Chi and Qi Gong provide gentle stretching and range of motion to the muscles and joints of the physical body, and participants will quickly [...]
06 Aug

Yoga in the Park

This yoga class will be accessible to all people – regardless of age or yoga experience. The class will focus on whole body flow that [...]
06 Aug

Nature Adventurers - Ages 10-12

08/06/2025    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Nature Adventurers will take place every Wednesday from June 18 through August 27. Free. Activities will include STEM activities, nature exploration, art projects, games, and [...]
06 Aug

Nature Explorers - Ages 7 -9

08/06/2025    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Nature Adventurers will take place every Wednesday from June 18 through August 27. Free. Activities will include STEM activities, nature exploration, art projects, games, and [...]
06 Aug

Drying Fruits and Vegetables

08/06/2025    
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join Shari Gallup from Ohio State University Extension, for a summer food preservation series at the Bryn Du Mansion. Discover how to safely preserve food [...]
07 Aug

Granville Night Market

https://www.facebook.com/share/1NwbVqQzNy/?mibextid=wwXIfr Spend a summer evening in Granville shopping, eating and enjoying Raccoon Valley Park! Our FREE outdoor event features 50+ makers, bakers and businesses! Enjoy [...]
08 Aug

Teddy Bear Picnic: Circus!

Ladies & Gentlebears, Friends of all ages - come one, come all to our Teddy Bear Picnic Circus! Enjoy story time, light snacks, games & [...]
09 Aug

Kingdom Pillars 3rd Annual Golf Scramble

08/09/2025    
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Our team is excited to host our 3rd Annual Kingdom Pillars Golf Scramble fundraiser on Saturday, August 9th, 2025, at Village View Golf Course in [...]
09 Aug

Kids Paint the Parks

08/09/2025    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join us at Shelter 4 at Infirmary Mound Park for a Paint the Parks for kids class. The instructor will lead students through the painting [...]
09 Aug

Family Fun Fest

08/09/2025    
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join Big Brothers Big Sisters of Licking and Perry counties for Family Fun Fest on Saturday, August 9th from 1pm-5pm at Newark Station (325 W. [...]
09 Aug

Full Moon Night Hike

08/09/2025    
8:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Explore Infirmary Mound Park at night as we search for signs of nocturnal wildlife and explore the night sky under the moon and stars. Wear [...]
12 Aug

Tai Chi and QiGong in the Park

08/12/2025    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Tai Chi and Qi Gong provide gentle stretching and range of motion to the muscles and joints of the physical body, and participants will quickly [...]
13 Aug

Nature Adventurers - Ages 10-12

08/13/2025    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Nature Adventurers will take place every Wednesday from June 18 through August 27. Free. Activities will include STEM activities, nature exploration, art projects, games, and [...]
13 Aug

Nature Explorers - Ages 7 -9

08/13/2025    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Nature Adventurers will take place every Wednesday from June 18 through August 27. Free. Activities will include STEM activities, nature exploration, art projects, games, and [...]
13 Aug

Kayak 101

Quickstart Your Kayak 101 workshop is a program emphasizing safety, enjoyment and skill acquisition for entry level paddlers. Students are presented with basic information on [...]
13 Aug

Yoga in the Park

08/13/2025    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
This yoga class will be accessible to all people – regardless of age or yoga experience. The class will focus on whole body flow that [...]
14 Aug

Wild Storytime

08/14/2025    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Join us for a story, snack, and activities! The program lasts about an hour. Dress for the weather as we may take a short walk. [...]
14 Aug

Ukulele Association of Homer

08/14/2025    
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Ukulele Association of Homer: This is a time for fellow ukulele players to meet for ukulele practice and to share their enthusiasm for this unique [...]
14 Aug

Music in Licking County

Bring your lawn chair out to the Gazebo for a summer evening of music! This free, live concert will be played by Big Bad Stache. [...]
15 Aug

Brunch and a Movie

08/15/2025    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join us for a light brunch and watch the movie 55 Steps (2017). Registration is required. Please RSVP by Thursday, August 14th at 5 pm.
16 Aug

72nd Annual Newark Maennerchor OX Roast Festival

08/16/2025    
12:00 am - 8:00 pm
Open to the public! Great German food and entertainment, singing, dancing, and a Oompa band. Roast Beef sandwiches, Brats, Hot German Potato Salad, Baked Beans, [...]
16 Aug

Morning Hike

08/16/2025    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Explore the areas of Infirmary Mound Park few people go. Hike may go over uneven and steep terrain. Free! Registration not required. Ages 5+.
16 Aug

Art in the Park: DIY Toad House Bee Puddler

08/16/2025    
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
In this fun hands-on workshop, let your creativity flow as you transform a terra cotta pot and saucer into a toad house with a bee/butterfly [...]
19 Aug

Community of Women

08/19/2025    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
This will be an informal gathering to become better acquainted and share ideas in which we can encourage and support each other through life’s challenges [...]
19 Aug

Tai Chi and QiGong in the Park

08/19/2025    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Tai Chi and Qi Gong provide gentle stretching and range of motion to the muscles and joints of the physical body, and participants will quickly [...]
20 Aug

Nature Adventurers - Ages 10-12

08/20/2025    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Nature Adventurers will take place every Wednesday from June 18 through August 27. Free. Activities will include STEM activities, nature exploration, art projects, games, and [...]
20 Aug

Nature Explorers - Ages 7 -9

08/20/2025    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Nature Adventurers will take place every Wednesday from June 18 through August 27. Free. Activities will include STEM activities, nature exploration, art projects, games, and [...]
20 Aug

Yoga in the Park

08/20/2025    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
This yoga class will be accessible to all people – regardless of age or yoga experience. The class will focus on whole body flow that [...]
21 Aug

AMVETS 51 Auxiliary The James Mobile Mammography Unit

08/21/2025    
9:00 am - 1:30 pm
The AMVETS 51 Ladies Auxiliary is sponsoring The James Mobile Mammography Unit at the Post location on 5/21/2025 from 9am-1:30pm. Schedule your appointment now by [...]
21 Aug

Landscape Design with Ecology in Mind

08/21/2025    
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join in for an informative and creative presentation that will jump start ideas for using native plants in the home landscape. Examples of topics include: [...]
22 Aug

Licking County Aging Partners & Y on the Fly

08/22/2025    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Licking County Aging will be providing a meal at noon, followed by Margie from Y on the Fly with a fun exercise program. Please call [...]
22 Aug

Homer Historical Society

08/22/2025    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join us for an informal discussion of local history in the meeting room. Please bring any "show and tell” items that you would like to [...]
23 Aug

2nd Annual northside Car & Power Wheels Show

08/23/2025    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Newark, OH – Get ready for a day of gleaming chrome, roaring engines, and family fun! Northside Church of Christ is excited to host its [...]
26 Aug

Tai Chi and QiGong in the Park

08/26/2025    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Tai Chi and Qi Gong provide gentle stretching and range of motion to the muscles and joints of the physical body, and participants will quickly [...]
27 Aug

Nature Adventurers - Ages 10-12

08/27/2025    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Nature Adventurers will take place every Wednesday from June 18 through August 27. Free. Activities will include STEM activities, nature exploration, art projects, games, and [...]
27 Aug

Nature Explorers - Ages 7 -9

08/27/2025    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Nature Adventurers will take place every Wednesday from June 18 through August 27. Free. Activities will include STEM activities, nature exploration, art projects, games, and [...]
27 Aug

Yoga in the Park

08/27/2025    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
This yoga class will be accessible to all people – regardless of age or yoga experience. The class will focus on whole body flow that [...]
28 Aug

Ukulele Association of Homer

08/28/2025    
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Ukulele Association of Homer: This is a time for fellow ukulele players to meet for ukulele practice and to share their enthusiasm for this unique [...]
28 Aug

Paint the Parks

08/28/2025    
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Join us at the James Bradley Center at Infirmary Mound Park for a Paint the Parks class. The instructor will lead you step by step [...]
29 Aug

Book Club

08/29/2025    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
The book selection this month is “Where Butterflies Wander” by Suzanne Redfearn. Join us for an informal, interesting and lively discussion. Reserve your copy by [...]

Sep 2025

20 Sep

Elite Veterans Eliminator Benefit

The 9th Annual Eliminator Benefit will take place on September 20, 2025, at Elite Preparedness. 100% of proceeds from the Eliminator and silent auction go [...]

Oct 2025

02 Oct

Granville Night Market

10/02/2025    
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
https://www.facebook.com/share/1NwbVqQzNy/?mibextid=wwXIfr Spend a fall evening in Granville shopping, eating and enjoying Raccoon Valley Park! Our FREE outdoor event features 50+ makers, bakers and businesses! Enjoy [...]
03 Oct

QUILT SHOW - Heart of Ohio Quilters Guild

10/03/2025 - 10/04/2025    
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Heart of Ohio Quilters Guild - a 501(c)3 organization Quilt Show October 3-4, 2025 New Location: Licking County Aging Partners, 1058 E. Main Street, Newark, [...]