Summer at The Ribbon
The Ribbon, supported by the Hylant Family Foundation, is a 1,000 foot loop trail featuring rolling hills and soft curves for a uniquely Metroparks roller skating experience. The Ribbon is connected to a 5,000 square foot skating pond that offers a traditional rink experience for beginners and a series of special events and programs.
Roller Season at The Ribbon
Lace up your roller skates, Toledo! The Ribbon at Glass City Metropark, the outdoor mixed-use skating trail located next to the Market Hall building, will feature an open-air roller skating, roller blading & scooter trail experience from April 6, 2024 through October 20, 2024.
The Roller Ribbon is open daily during park hours for guests with their own roller skates, roller blades, kick scooters (non-motorized) and balance bikes (no pedal bikes or e-bikes). There is a no admission to skate The Ribbon trail during the Roller Season. For information about The Ribbon during ice skating season, visit HERE.
**Special Note:** The Ribbon schedule will change occasionally for closed private events, ticketed special events, or after-hours programming. Dates will be noted below under Special Event & Holiday Hours, and any events that impact The Ribbon schedule will be announced on our social media channels (Facebook & Instagram). To host a community led event at The Ribbon, please apply for a Special Event/Activity Permit.
*NEW in 2024* Rock Climbing Experience at Glass City Metropark
Presented by Mercy Health
Reach new heights and take on the 32 foot tall Mercy Health FitPark Climb rock wall experience at Glass City Metropark. This mobile rock climbing experience will be open for regularly scheduled dates and hours throughout the summer season as well as being featured at many Metroparks events throughout the year. See below for more details about open hours and admission fees.
Embrace Summer Gatherings at Cabana Village
As the summer sun graces many play areas at Glass City Metropark, Cabana Village transforms into perfect retreats for your summer occasions. Just steps away from The Ribbon roller trail, the Mini Maumee Water Play area and both discovery playgrounds, out summer packages promise endless entertainment for all ages.
these cabanas transform into perfect retreats for your summer occasions. Just steps away from The Ribbon roller trail, the Mini Maumee Water Play area and both discovery playgrounds, our summer packages promise endless entertainment for all ages.
Roller Season Equipment Rental Hours
Equipment rentals will be offered inside Market Hall throughout the Roller Season at The Ribbon. The equipment rental counter will be open at various times during the Roller Season and will offer expanded hours on holidays and special event dates.
**Special Note:** The Ribbon schedule will change occasionally for closed private events, ticketed special events, or after-hours programming. Dates will be noted below under Special Event & Holiday Hours, and any events that impact The Ribbon schedule will be announced on our social media channels (Facebook & Instagram). To host a community led event at The Ribbon, please apply for a Special Event/Activity Permit.
- Spring Hours: Friday, April 5, 2024 through Thursday, May 23, 2024
Friday 4 to 8 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. - Summer Hours: Friday, May 24, 2024 through Sunday, August 18, 2024
Monday - Sunday (Open Daily) 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. - Late Summer Hours: Monday, August 19, 2024 through Monday, September 2, 2024
Monday - Friday 2 to 8:30 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. - Fall Hours: Tuesday, September 3, 2024 through Sunday, October 20, 2024
Friday 4 to 8 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Special Event & Holiday Hours
The Ribbon rental concession hours of operation are subject to change for major events or holidays. See below for a list of event and holiday dates at The Ribbon.
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Friday, May 24 After-Hours 90’s Skate Party with the Skittle Bots | 8 to 11 p.m. | Free Admission | Roller Skate & Roller Blade Equipment Rentals Available – Limited Equipment will be rented first come, first served; Free if you bring your own equipment | EVENT LINK
- Friday, May 24 Opening Play! Summer Kick-Off Even 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. | Metroparks Toledo Event | Free Admission, No Reservations Required, Equipment Rentals available for a fee
- Friday, June 21 Retro Skate with Eric Chase | 7 to 10 p.m.| Free Admission | Roller Skate & Rolle Blade Equipment Rentals Available - Limited Equipment will be rented first come, first served; Free if you bring your own equipment. | Details.
- Friday, August 30 Labor Day Weekend 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. | Metroparks Toledo Event – Expanded Hours | Free Admission, No Reservations Required, Equipment Rentals available for a fee
- Monday, September 2 Labor Day 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. | Metroparks Toledo Event – Expanded Hours | Free Admission, No Reservations Required, Equipment Rentals available for a fee
More event and holiday dates will be added - *COMING SOON*
Roller Concession Equipment Rental Rates
The Ribbon is free and open to the public during normal park hours to use with your own roller skates, roller blades, kick scooters (non-motorized) and balance bikes (no pedal bikes or e-bikes). Equipment rentals will be offered inside Market Hall – rental rates are posted below. The Ribbon schedule will change occasionally for closed private events, ticketed special events, or after-hours programming. Dates will be noted above under Special Event & Holiday Hours, and any events that impact The Ribbon schedule will be announced on our social media channels (Facebook & Instagram).
Equipment rentals will be offered inside Market Hall – rental rates are posted below.
| Roller Skate/Blade Rental (Adult) | $8.00 | |
| Roller Skate/Blade Rental (Child 12 and Under) | $5.00 | |
| Roller Skate/Blade Rental (Senior 65+) | $5.00 | |
| Micro Kickboard Scooter (Adult) | $8.00 | |
| Micro Kickboard Scooters (Child 12 and Under) | $5.00 | |
| Micro Kickboard Scooters (Senior 65+) | $5.00 | |
| Micro Balance Bike (Child 2-5) | $5.00 | |
| Group Rate (All Equipment - Groups 15 +) | $6.00 | |
| **Metroparks Members (All Equipment) | $4.00 |
*Equipment rentals at The Ribbon will require a Photo ID to be turned in at the rental counter. Your ID will be returned to you upon the return of your rental equipment.
**Become a Metroparks Member for discounts at The Ribbon and all Metroparks rental facilities.
Rock Climbing Experience at Glass City Metropark
Presented by Mercy Health
Hours of Operation:
- Every Wednesday through Friday June through August
- One Saturday per month June 8, July 20, August 17
Session #1: 11:00 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Session #2: 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Session #3: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Admission: Visit the rental counter inside Market Hall to get your Rock Climbing passes. Admission is good for unlimited climbs per session.
| Adult Rock Climbing Experience | $6 per session | |
| Children (ages 5-12) | $4 per session | |
| Seniors (65+) | $4 per session | |
| Group Rate (Groups 15+) | $5 per session/person | |
| Metroparks Members | $5 per session |
*The Mercy Health FitPark Climb Rock Climbing Experience’s hours of operation are subject to change throughout the season. Additional dates and expanded hours of operation could be added for major events and holidays. The portable Mercy FitPark Climb rock wall is featured most weekends at many Metroparks events and community events throughout the year.
Interested in requesting the Mercy Health FitPark Climb for your next school event, community event or corporate event? Visit here for more information about requested programs [Details].
Stay and Play at Glass City Metropark
The Roller Ribbon is situated in the heart of Glass City Metropark, with plenty of activities to explore during your visit, like our Discover Play Areas, The Garden by Poco Piatti restaurant & bar [Details], and more.
Winter at The Ribbon
Visit The Ribbon Ice Skating page to learn about The Ribbon ice skating trail featured from November through February each winter.
About The Ribbon
The 1,000-foot long Ribbon is a paved, loop trail that is refrigerated in winter to provide 25,000-square-feet of ice skating surface with rolling hills and soft curves. It includes a 5,000-square-foot ice skating area called the Pond that is suitable for beginning skaters and events. Fourteen miles of tubing under the pavement supplies refrigerant to the surface, while a Zamboni ice resurfacing machine will maintain a smooth skating surface.
In warm weather, The Ribbon will be a multi-purpose trail that will be free to use for roller skating, roller blading, kick scooters and balance bikes. [Details]
Contact Information
Call 419-407-9717 or email: rinkmanagement@metroparkstoledo.com
Hours of operation: 30 minutes before posted opening time until posted closing time *Operating hours are subject to change during holidays or major event dates.
Call 419-407-9700 to reach a Metroparks Toledo Customer Service representative or call 419-407-9718 to reach a Metroparks Toledo Ranger.
Enter your name and email to be first in line for announcements, updates and on sale dates for the first official ice skating season at The Ribbon, opening in November of 2023.
Food & Beverage
Visit The Garden by Poco Piatti for delicious food and seasonal drinks. [Details]
Park Address:
1505 Front Street
Toledo, Ohio 43605
The Garden by Pocco Piatti [Visit]