Metroparks in Toledo is a group of parks and green, wide open spaces all linked by the same group of recreation trails. They are ideal for walking, running and cycling. The group of cycling trails is the host spot for the Metroparks Bicycle Tour that includes a choice of a 10, 31 or 100 mile loop.
If it's loud and fast and makes you want to pump your fist in the air, then you're probably experiencing one of the highly electrified hard rock bands that frequently take the stage at Innovation Concerts. This extremely popular live music venue hosts a steady schedule of some of the loudest, most insanely out of control metal bands from around the world. There's always a show on the schedule, and the entertainment venue does an excellent job of updating its website with information on the latest additions to the performance schedule. So make it out to Innovation Concerts and rock on, dude!
There's nothing quite like getting up close to some of the world's most fascinating animals, and the kids will love doing that at the African Safari Wildlife Park. This is not a typical zoo-type experience. This is an actual breeding animal park which offers a completely different and unique way to see some of your favorite wildlife. Kids will enjoy feeding the animals, seeing the hilarious pig races, and even being a part of the various animal shows. Plus, don't miss the incredible alpaca and llama exhibit, which is the largest exhibit of its kind in the United States. Also, make sure to see the rare giant eland, the biggest antelope in the world, is quite possibly the park's most popular exhibit.