Music in Green Spaces
Throughout history, nature has inspired musicians to create by providing inspiration, space and the backdrop for self-expression. Metroparks Toledo is committed to offering a diverse lineup of live music performances in open spaces and intimate listening rooms to connect people to green spaces in a unique Metroparks way.
Opera Outdoors Concert Series
Wildwood Preserve, Manor House (front lawn)
No Reservations Required, FREE
The Toledo Opera returns to the Manor House for the fall series of Opera Outdoors. Enjoy the operatic voices of the Toledo Opera as they perform on the porch of the Manor House. No reservations required. Bring your lawn chair. (In the event of inclement weather, the performance will be moved inside the Manor House with limited seating.)
- Wednesday, September 11, 6 p.m.
- Wednesday, September 18, 6 p.m.
- Wednesday, September 25, 6 p.m.
Songs of the Stage
Wildwood Preserve, Manor House (front lawn)
2024 Dates TBD
No Reservations Required, FREE
Enjoy this gathering of local musical talent as they perform selections from musical theatre. No reservations required. Bring your lawn chair. (In the event of inclement weather, the performance will be moved inside the Manor House with limited seating.)
Noon Tunes
Wildwood Preserve, Manor House Gazebo; Noon
Bring a lawn chair and your lunch to Wildwood Preserve. Relax for an hour on the Manor House grounds as local musical artists provide entertainment for a fun summer memory in the parks. Sponsored by the Manor House Volunteers. Program will be moved indoors if there is inclement weather. Free. No reservations required.
- Friday, May 24 - Gabriella Crisp
- Friday, June 21 - Tim Oehlers
- Friday, July 19 - Russ Franzen
- Thursday, August 22 - Kerry Patrick Clark
Jazz In The Garden
Toledo Botanical Garden, Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.
Warm summer nights and cool jazz in the garden. This season, once again, features some of the best regional artists. We’ll 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. For a complete line-up of performances visit MetroparksToledo.com/jazz.
- July 11, Toledo Jazz Orchestra
- July 18, Tumbao Bravo / Cuban Jazz Combo
- July 25, Ramona Collins Quintet
- August 1, Cake Walkin’ Jass Band
- August 8, Gene Parker Quintet
- August 15, Jean Holden
- August 22, April Varner Band
- August 29, 6th Edition
- September 5, Dr. Jim & the Jazz Interns
- September 12, Ariel Kasler Quintet
Volunteers are needed to assist with ticket sales, parking and more. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Julianne Warr by emailing her at Julianne.Warr@metroparkstoledo.com. No experience required!
Updated: 06/19/2024