Destination Toledo

German American Festival
2025-08-22 18:00 - 2025-08-23 01:00 (America/Detroit) | Oak Shade Grove, 3624 Seaman Road, Oregon, OH, 43616, United States
Celebrate German and Swiss cultures at the German American Festival August 22-24 and see how this festival has been providing a great time for visitors of all ages for over half a century!
At this local favorite fest, visitors can savor delicious German food and import beer, experience authentic German music, folk dancing, and entertainment, as well as participate in traditional German contests and feats. Plus, there are lots of fun activities and rides for the kids.
What’s a German festival without beer? You will find an astonishing selection of German beers with plenty of new ones to try out for the very first time. Enjoy lighter styles like Kolsch and Marzen or if dark lagers are your thing, then Bock and Dunkel are for you. There’s plenty of wheat selections as well. Prost!
For a full schedule of events, visit the German American Festival website!

Strictly R&B Park Jam
2025-08-23 17:00 - 23:00 | Toledo Promenade Park, 400 Water St, Toledo, 43604
Get ready to groove to the best R&B beats at Strictly R&B Park Jam!
Trl Entertainment and Marcus G Entertainment proudly present: The Strictly R&B Park Jam on August 23rd at Promenade Park in Downtown Toledo. Get ready for an electrifying night featuring R&B legends Dru Hill , performing soulful hits that will keep you singing all evening long!
Hosted by the charismatic Lance Gross and Cuntry, this festival promises unforgettable moments, world-class entertainment, and a powerful celebration of community and compassion. This year’s Park Jam puts a spotlight on Mental Health and Veterans Initiatives, raising awareness and connecting the community with vital resources for veterans and those in need.
This festival is for ages 21 and up. Upgrade your experience with the VIP Front of Stage Ticket — the ultimate way to enjoy the show! Skip the lines with Fast Pass privileges and a separate entrance, then indulge in exclusive access to the VIP Lounge , a dedicated VIP bar , and a reserved VIP area with the best views in the house. Plus, enjoy full Park Jam activities for nonstop fun and excitement!

Hollywood Casino Toledo - PS Dump Your Boyfriend
2025-08-23 20:00 - 23:00 | Hollywood Casino, 1968 Miami St, Toledo, OH, 43605, United States
On Saturday, August 23rd PS Dump Your Boyfriend, the premiere party band of the Midwest, performs at Hollywood Casino Toledo inside the H-Lounge!
At Hollywood Casino Toledo, the H Lounge offers a vibrant atmosphere with free live entertainment every Friday and Saturday night from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Located on the casino floor, the H Lounge features a variety of performances, including local bands and tribute acts. You can also purchase tickets for a 4 top VIP viewing table on their website!

Kidz Bop Live at the Toledo Zoo
2025-08-27 18:00 - 21:00 | Toledo Zoo & Aquarium, Hippo Way 2, Toledo, OH, 43609, United States
Join Kidz Bop LIVE during their tour at the Toledo Zoo! Tickets are on sale now!

Lunch at Levis
2025-06-05 11:30 - 13:30 | Levis Square, 285 N St Clair St, Toledo, OH, 43604, United States
Join in the celebration of 20 years of Lunch at Levis! Enjoy live entertainment, food vendors, games and other activities! Grab lunch from one of the 17 local food trucks or get takeout from one of downtown Toledo’s restaurants and come join the fun.

Levis Square Park – at the corner of Madison Avenue & St. Clair St.Every Thursday from June 5 – October 2 (11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.)
– June 5 | DJ Jon Zenz– June 12 | Michael Corwin– June 19 | Distant Cousinz– June 26 | Chris Knopp– July 3 | 4th of July Celebration with Shane Piasecki– July 10 | New Moon– July 17 | Ben DeLong– July 24 | Christmas in July event with Arctic Clam– July 31 | Chloe & the Steel Strings– August 7 | Mud Hens Hype Bash– August 14 | Chavar Dontae– August 21 | Tim Oehlers– August 28 | Water Street Band– September 4 | DJ Super Nathan– September 11 | Terry & Charlie– September 18 | Ora Pettaway– September 25 | Tony Salazar– October 2 | DJ Jon Zenz

Jazz In The Garden | 6th Edition
2025-08-28 18:30 - 20:30 | Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr, Toledo, OH, 43615, United States
Toledo Botanical Garden, Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. from July 10 – September 11
Warm summer nights and cool Jazz in the Garden. This season, once again, features some of the best regional artists.
The Toledo Botanical Garden will have food trucks on site. Bring your friends/family and enjoy music in nature. Fee: $10. $5 for up to 2 tickets for Members. Please Note: kids 12 and under are Free. No reservation required. Cash only at gate. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Bring a chair/blanket.

July 10, Toledo Jazz Orchestra
July 17, Gene Parker Quintet
July 24, Ramona Collins Group
July 31, Dr. Jim & Jazz Interns
August 7, Cake Walkin’ Jass Band
August 14, Tumbao Bravo
August 21, Jean Holden Group
August 28, 6th Edition
September 4, April Varner Band
September 11, Ariel Kaiser Quartet

For a complete line-up of performances visit MetroparksToledo.com/jazz.
For more information on the Toledo Metroparks visit Metroparks Toledo – Destination Toledo

Party in the Park | The Ultimate Garth Brooks Tribute Band & Drone Show
2025-08-29 18:00 - 21:00 | Toledo Promenade Park, 400 Water St, Toledo, 43604
Promenade Park, Fridays, 6:00 p.m. from May 30 – August 29
“Party in the Park” returns to Downtown Toledo, with free summer concerts every Friday Night!

May 30: Zack Attack Band with opener Trip-letters
June 6: Beef Carvers with opener The 25s
June 13: The Grape Smugglers & Hot Air Balloon Glow with opener Miser Vossen
June 20: Distant Cousinz with opener Wall Music
June 27: North of Nashville with opener J.T. Hayden
July 4: Toledo fireworks show
July 11: Arctic Clam with opener Nikki D and the Sisters of Thunder
July 18: The Day Drinkers with opener Funk Factory
July 25: The Skittlebots with opener Daisy Chain
Aug. 1: Jeep Fest
Aug. 8: Greggie and the Jets with opener Venyx, and Elton John tribute band
Aug. 15: Toledo Pride
Aug. 22: “’90s R&B Jam” hosted Big Trice with Dj Lyte N Rod, Wall Music and Friends
Aug. 29: The Ultimate Garth Brooks Tribute Band & Drone Show with opener Ashley Martin Band

Hollywood Casino Toledo - Jimmy Buffet Tribute Band (Gone 2 Paradise)
2025-08-29 20:00 - 21:30 | Hollywood Casino, 1968 Miami St, Toledo, OH, 43605, United States
On Friday, August 29th Gone 2 Paradise, a national touring band celebrating Jimmy Buffett’s music, performs live at Hollywood Casino Toledo inside the H-Lounge!
At Hollywood Casino Toledo, the H Lounge offers a vibrant atmosphere with free live entertainment every Friday and Saturday night from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Located on the casino floor, the H Lounge features a variety of performances, including local bands and tribute acts. You can also purchase tickets for a 4 top VIP viewing table on their website!

Adams Street Block Party
2025-08-30 14:00 - 2025-08-31 02:00 | Adams St., Toledo, OH, United States
Join the fun at the 10th Annual Block Party on August 30! From 2PM–8PM, enjoy family-friendly activities, games, and entertainment during “Family Time.” Then, from 8PM–2AM, it’s “Grown-Up Time” with 21+ entertainment and nightlife vibes. Don’t miss this all-day community celebration, full event details coming soon!

The Adams Street fam will have fun events, including specials from:
Ottawa Tavern
Poco Loco
Handmade Toledo
Attic on Adams
Manhattans Pub n Cheer
House of Dow
Ink & Iron
RG Dezigns
Georgjz
Wesley’s

PULSE BOXING
2025-08-30 17:00 | Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave, Toledo, OH, 43604, United States
Pulse Boxing returns to the Huntington Center on Saturday, August 30!
Bouts & fighters:
*Fighters are subject to change without notice*
Albert Bell vs Keith Hunter Jr for the IBF international lightweight title and WBA-NABA lightweight title
Duke Ragan (2020 Olympic silver medalist)
Devin Vargas farewell bout
James Evans vs Vercell Webster
Tyler McCreary vs Derrick Murray
Jeffery Hudson
Martin Tucker
Sean Waugh
Ryan Williams
Adel Mason
Davontae Kirk
Antonio Wade
Kechaune Jenkins
Damar Singleton
Tickets on sale NOW at the box office and Ticketmaster.com

Hollywood Casino Toledo - Amelia Airharts
2025-08-30 20:00 - 23:00 | Hollywood Casino, 1968 Miami St, Toledo, OH, 43605, United States
On Saturday, August 30th Amelia Airharts, a female led band with an explosive presence and soulful sound, performs at Hollywood Casino Toledo inside the H-Lounge!
At Hollywood Casino Toledo, the H Lounge offers a vibrant atmosphere with free live entertainment every Friday and Saturday night from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Located on the casino floor, the H Lounge features a variety of performances, including local bands and tribute acts. You can also purchase tickets for a 4 top VIP viewing table on their website!

Hollywood Casino Toledo - Everyday People 419
2025-08-31 20:00 - 23:00 | Hollywood Casino, 1968 Miami St, Toledo, OH, 43605, United States
On Sunday, August 31st we will be hosting Everyday People- A Diverse Group of Artists Rocking Houses with a Wide Spectrum of Influence at Hollywood Casino Toledo inside the H-Lounge!
At Hollywood Casino Toledo, the H Lounge offers a vibrant atmosphere with free live entertainment every Friday and Saturday night from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Located on the casino floor, the H Lounge features a variety of performances, including local bands and tribute acts. You can also purchase tickets for a 4 top VIP viewing table on their website!

Jazz In The Garden | April Varner Band
2025-09-04 18:30 - 20:30 | Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr, Toledo, OH, 43615, United States

The Paper - Community Viewing Event
2025-09-04 18:30 - 21:00 | Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way, Toledo, OH, 43604
Lights, camera, Glass City! Toledo takes center stage in The Paper, a new Peacock comedy from The Office creators Greg Daniels and Michael Koman. To celebrate the series premiere, the community is invited to a special free viewing party on Thursday, September 4 at Imagination Station’s KeyBank Discovery Theater. Hosted by community partners Imagination Station, Destination Toledo, FilmToledo, Toledo City Paper, and Jupmode, the viewing event will feature Toledo and Office-centric trivia and a screening of the first two episodes of The Paper.

Cole Swindell | Happy Hour Sad Tour
2025-09-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave, Toledo, OH, 43604, United States
Pepper Entertainment presents: Cole Swindell – Happy Hour Sad Tour With special guests Priscilla Block and Logan Crosby on Thursday September 4, 2025!
Doors open at 6:00pm and the show starts at 7:00pm.
Tickets on sale now! Prices: $35.50-$75.50 (not including any platinum seating or VIP packages when available)

The 53rd Annual Greek American Festival
2025-09-05 00:00 - 2025-09-07 23:59 | Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 740 Superior Street, Toledo, OH, 43604, United States
Enjoy authentic Greek Food, Pastries and Dancing at The 53rd Annual Greek American Festival!
Browse Greek Boutiques, culture, language. religious education booths, and tour their beautiful Byzantine Cathedral.
Stay tuned for more details or visit the Greek American Festival website for more information!

Billy Currington & Kip Moore at the Toledo Zoo
2025-09-05 19:00 - 22:00 | Toledo Zoo & Aquarium, Hippo Way 2, Toledo, OH, 43609, United States
Country music star Billy Currington is now announcing his tour with Kip Moore – their 16-city tour will make a stop at the Toledo Zoo! Tickets for the 2025 tour are on sale now!

Hollywood Casino Toledo - Arctic Clam
2025-09-05 20:00 - 23:00 | Hollywood Casino, 1968 Miami St, Toledo, OH, 43605, United States
On Friday, September 5th Artic Clam, Toledo’s favorite rock cover band, performs at Hollywood Casino Toledo Inside the H-Lounge!
At Hollywood Casino Toledo, the H Lounge offers a vibrant atmosphere with free live entertainment every Friday and Saturday night from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Located on the casino floor, the H Lounge features a variety of performances, including local bands and tribute acts. You can also purchase tickets for a 4 top VIP viewing table on their website!

Hollywood Casino Toledo - 2 Left Missing
2025-09-06 20:00 - 23:00 | Hollywood Casino, 1968 Miami St, Toledo, OH, 43605, United States
On Saturday, September 6th 2 Left Missing, a Toledo area cover band playing classic 50’s music with a modern edge to today’s current hits, performs at Hollywood Casino Toledo inside the H-Lounge!
At Hollywood Casino Toledo, the H Lounge offers a vibrant atmosphere with free live entertainment every Friday and Saturday night from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Located on the casino floor, the H Lounge features a variety of performances, including local bands and tribute acts. You can also purchase tickets for a 4 top VIP viewing table on their website!

2025 International Festival
2025-09-10 08:00 - 17:00 | Erie Street Market, 201 S Erie St, Toledo, OH, 43604, United States
Celebrate global culture at the 2025 International Festival, presented by Toledo Sister Cities International, Inc. Enjoy a vibrant day of cross-cultural performances, international cuisine, and unique market vendors from around the world. Bring the whole family for a one-of-a-kind experience that connects cultures and communities, right in the heart of Downtown Toledo!

Jazz In The Garden | Ariel Kaiser Quartet
2025-09-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr, Toledo, OH, 43615, United States

Party in the Park | The Menus at Maumee Bay Brewing Co.
2025-09-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Maumee Bay Brewing Co., 27 Broadway St, Toledo, OH, 43604, United States
Party in the Park is BACK, and this time, they’re going on the road!

Catch live music from The Menus and opener Arctic Clam at Maumee Bay Brewing Co.
27 Broadway St, Toledo, OH 43604 Friday, September 12th 6:00 – 9:30 pm
No ticket needed – this event is FREE! Food and drinks will be available for purchase from local vendors.
Please note: no coolers or outside alcoholic beverages are permitted.
Grab your friends, head to Maumee Bay Brewing Co and let’s party Friday, September 12th!

Hollywood Casino Toledo - Jedi Mind Trip
2025-09-12 20:00 - 23:00 | Hollywood Casino, 1968 Miami St, Toledo, OH, 43605, United States
On Friday, September 12th Jedi Mind Trip, a Rock & Roll band that plays 70’s & 80’s to today’s dance rock songs, performs at Hollywood Casino Toledo inside the H-Lounge!
At Hollywood Casino Toledo, the H Lounge offers a vibrant atmosphere with free live entertainment every Friday and Saturday night from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Located on the casino floor, the H Lounge features a variety of performances, including local bands and tribute acts. You can also purchase tickets for a 4 top VIP viewing table on their website!

10th Annual TMA Block Party
2025-09-13 15:00 - 20:00 | Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St, Toledo, OH, 43620, United States
Join the Toledo Museum of Art (TMA) for its 10th annual Block Party! This vibrant celebration of art, culture, and community, titled “Around the World in Art and Culture,” will be held Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, from 3-8 p.m.
Create, play, and connect with hands-on art making, family-friendly games, face painting, and special appearances by local mascots. Community partners like the Toledo Lucas County Public Library, Imagination Station, and Promedica will be on-site alongside local organizations, safety partners, and neighborhood resources.
All of Block Party’s events will take place outside of the Green Building and Glass Pavilion on Monroe Street, which will be closed to traffic between Parkwood and Scottwood Avenues. Featured entertainment is set to include Toledo native DJ Jalen Tol, DJ Tony Rios, and student drumline My5tery Music. 13ABC’s Kristian Brown will act as the evening’s host, and NBC’s The Voice Finalist Jan Dan, along with the Toledo Symphony Orchestra, will headline the event.
The full schedule of events is as follows:
• My5tery Music Drumline, 3-3:35 p.m., Monroe Street outside the Green Building.
• Welcome from TMA Leadership and Introduction to Host Kristian Brown, 3:35-3:50 p.m., Monroe Street outside the Green Building.
• DJ Tony Rios, 3:50-5 p.m., Monroe Street outside the Green Building.
• AHA Dance Troup, 5-5:30 p.m., Monroe Street outside the Green Building.
• Key to the Museum Community Honor, 5:30-5:45 p.m., Monroe Street outside the Green Building.
• Toledo native DJ Jalen Tol, 5:45-7 p.m., Monroe Street outside the Green Building.
• Headliner: “The Voice” finalist Jan Dan with the Toledo Symphony Orchestra, 7-8 p.m., Monroe Street outside the Green Building.
• Closing Remarks, 8 p.m., Monroe Street outside the Green Building.
• Drone Light Show, 8:15-8:30 p.m., Monroe Street outside the Green Building.

Hollywood Casino Toledo - Velvet Jones
2025-09-13 20:00 - 23:00 | Hollywood Casino, 1968 Miami St, Toledo, OH, 43605, United States
On Saturday, September 13th Velvet Jones performs at Hollywood Casino Toledo inside the H-Lounge!
At Hollywood Casino Toledo, the H Lounge offers a vibrant atmosphere with free live entertainment every Friday and Saturday night from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Located on the casino floor, the H Lounge features a variety of performances, including local bands and tribute acts. You can also purchase tickets for a 4 top VIP viewing table on their website!

Badge of Humor
2025-09-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Owens Community College, 30335 Oregon Rd, Perrysburg, OH, 43551, United States
Get ready to laugh for a great cause! The TPD Foundation proudly presents the Badge of Humor Comedy Show featuring nationally known clean comedian Kerri Pomarolli on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at Owens Community College Center for Fine & Performing Arts in Toledo, Ohio.
Kerri Pomarolli—best-selling author, stand-up comedian, and actress—is known for her clean comedy and uplifting, inspirational style. This special event supports the Toledo Police Foundation, which strengthens community partnerships and provides critical resources to help TPD make Toledo a safer place to live, work, and visit.
Don’t miss this evening of laughter and purpose in support of local law enforcement and community engagement.
