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 ‘Round Town
Wednesdays are Wonderful at Wildwood.
Surround yourself with nature and music. Toledo Opera will present the inaugural spring performances of Opera ‘Round Town – formerly known as Opera Outdoors at Wildwood Preserve Metropark. Join us on the front lawn of the Manor House as the 2025-2026 Toledo Opera resident artists perform iconic vocal selections from the classical repertoire, along with musical theatre and other American standards. In the event of inclement weather, the performance will be moved indoors to the Manor House. Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket, sit back and enjoy the music.
Free, no registration required.
2025 Dates
- Wednesday, September 3, 6 p.m.
Wildwood Preserve, Manor House Lawn - Wednesday, September 10, 6 p.m.
Wildwood Preserve, Manor House Lawn - Wednesday, September 17, 6 p.m.
Wildwood Preserve, Manor House Lawn
2026 Dates
- Wednesday, April 22, 6 p.m.
Wildwood Preserve, Manor House Lawn - Wednesday, April 29, 6 p.m.
Wildwood Preserve, Manor House Lawn - Wednesday, May 6, 6 p.m.
Wildwood Preserve, Manor House Lawn - Wednesday, May 13, 6 p.m.
Wildwood Preserve, Manor House Lawn - Wednesday, May 20, 6 p.m.
Wildwood Preserve, Manor House Lawn
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.
Caroling at The Ribbon
Listen to strolling carolers and performance groups at The Ribbon while ice skating and enjoying warm beverages and food from The Garden by Poco Piatti.
- November 29, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Candy Cane Carolers
- December 6, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Candy Cane Carolers
- December 13, 3 to 5 p.m., Self Quartet
- December 20, 11 a.m. to Noon, Collaboration
- December 27, 1 to 3 p.m., Pride of Toledo Chorus
For complete details visit MetroparksToledo.com/gcrwevents.
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.
Updated: 11/7/2025