MetroParks' Outdoor Experience returns this weekend

last updated 10/04/2023
MetroParks' Outdoor Experience returns this weekend

The region's premier outdoor adventure festival returns to Dayton this Fall - Enjoy outdoor activities, live entertainment, competitions and much more.

MetroParks' Outdoor Experience returns this weekend

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'Outdoor Experience' festival returns to Eastwood MetroPark

Explore the active side of Dayton with the return of the Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience, a Five Rivers MetroParks event featuring two days of outdoor adventure that celebrates Dayton as the Outdoor Adventure Capital of the Midwest.

“It’s a joy to see so many different people of varying ages, backgrounds and interests come together to celebrate this one thing we all have in common – a love of the great outdoors,” said interim outdoor recreation events coordinator Angela Moore. “Recreating, exploring, learning and just being present in nature has so many benefits and this festival showcases all the opportunities to connect with nature in our region.”

Festivalgoers of all ages and skill levels can try new outdoor activities, including climbing, mountain biking, disc golf, fishing, slacklining, paddling (flat and whitewater), cycling, and ziplining.

Crowd favorites include demos by freestyle kayakers, stand up paddleboarders, BMX riders and more.

The festival is held at Eastwood MetroPark (park side), 1385 Harshman Rd. in Dayton, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 7, and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 8. Admission and parking are free.

For more information, click over to the official Dayton Local calendar event for the Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience. More photos posted below.

Photos: MetroParks' Outdoor Experience returns this weekend

Outdoor Experience - Entertainment features regional acts from multiple genres

Outdoor Experience - Entertainment features regional acts from multiple genres
Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience at Eastwood Metropark

Outdoor Experience - Fishing

Outdoor Experience - Fishing
Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience at Eastwood Metropark

Outdoor Experience - Try Climbing

Outdoor Experience - Try Climbing
Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience at Eastwood Metropark

Outdoor Experience - BMX Demos

Outdoor Experience - BMX Demos
Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience at Eastwood Metropark

Outdoor Experience is a Dog Friendly event!

Outdoor Experience is a Dog Friendly event!
Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience at Eastwood Metropark

Outdoor Experience - Try a canoe or kayak

Outdoor Experience - Try a canoe or kayak
Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience at Eastwood Metropark

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