The Polar Express Enjoy hearing a reading of The Polar Express as we journey to the North Pole. more...
Bids for Kids Online Auction Friday, November 20 at 9 a.m. through Monday, December 7 at 8 p.m. Join us for the 5th Annual CVNPA Bids for Kids Online Auction at www.cvnpa.cmarket.com. Proceeds benefit urban school children through scholarships and educational programs at the Cuyahoga Valley Environmental Education Center (CVEEC). more...
Wednesday 12/2/2009
Bids for Kids Online Auction Friday, November 20 at 9 a.m. through Monday, December 7 at 8 p.m. Join us for the 5th Annual CVNPA Bids for Kids Online Auction at www.cvnpa.cmarket.com. Proceeds benefit urban school children through scholarships and educational programs at the Cuyahoga Valley Environmental Education Center (CVEEC). more...
Full Moon Hikes Explore your national park by the light of a full moon! Listen to night sounds, look for night animals, and experience the darkness without a flashlight. more...
The Polar Express Enjoy hearing a reading of The Polar Express as we journey to the North Pole. more...
Thursday 12/3/2009
The Polar Express Enjoy hearing a reading of The Polar Express as we journey to the North Pole. more...
Bids for Kids Online Auction Friday, November 20 at 9 a.m. through Monday, December 7 at 8 p.m. Join us for the 5th Annual CVNPA Bids for Kids Online Auction at www.cvnpa.cmarket.com. Proceeds benefit urban school children through scholarships and educational programs at the Cuyahoga Valley Environmental Education Center (CVEEC). more...
Friday 12/4/2009
The Polar Express Enjoy hearing a reading of The Polar Express as we journey to the North Pole. more...
Bids for Kids Online Auction Friday, November 20 at 9 a.m. through Monday, December 7 at 8 p.m. Join us for the 5th Annual CVNPA Bids for Kids Online Auction at www.cvnpa.cmarket.com. Proceeds benefit urban school children through scholarships and educational programs at the Cuyahoga Valley Environmental Education Center (CVEEC). more...
Cuyahoga Valley Heritage Series Concerts-The Belleville Outfit 8:00 PM The Cuyahoga Valley Heritage Series, presented by the National Park Service and Cuyahoga Valley National Park Association (CVNPA), celebrates the cultural legacy of the Cuyahoga Valley. The series is sponsored by Akron
Community Foundation, Cable 9, Residence Inn by Marriott, Ohio Arts Council, Lloyd L. and Louise K. Smith Foundation, and WKSU 89.7 FM. more...
Saturday 12/5/2009
Winter Excursions Immerse yourself in stories of nature and history through the Voices of the Valley audio tour. more...
Bids for Kids Online Auction Friday, November 20 at 9 a.m. through Monday, December 7 at 8 p.m. Join us for the 5th Annual CVNPA Bids for Kids Online Auction at www.cvnpa.cmarket.com. Proceeds benefit urban school children through scholarships and educational programs at the Cuyahoga Valley Environmental Education Center (CVEEC). more...
The Polar Express Enjoy hearing a reading of The Polar Express as we journey to the North Pole. more...
Mr. Jingaling`s Holiday Express Young and old alike will enjoy this holiday trip as a special and beloved holiday character joins CVSR for a
train ride. more...
Holiday Cheer at Park Place in Peninsula! 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM This holiday season we invite you to get into the Christmas spirit at Park Place in Peninsula and shop to support Ohio`s only national park! more...
Park Place Pop-ins 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM This winter, pop in to CVNPA’s Park Place in Peninsula store for family fun! Activities range from crafts and stories to games and conversation about the day’s special topic. more...
Sunday 12/6/2009
Winter Excursions Immerse yourself in stories of nature and history through the Voices of the Valley audio tour. more...
Bids for Kids Online Auction Friday, November 20 at 9 a.m. through Monday, December 7 at 8 p.m. Join us for the 5th Annual CVNPA Bids for Kids Online Auction at www.cvnpa.cmarket.com. Proceeds benefit urban school children through scholarships and educational programs at the Cuyahoga Valley Environmental Education Center (CVEEC). more...
Mr. Jingaling`s Holiday Express Young and old alike will enjoy this holiday trip as a special and beloved holiday character joins CVSR for a
train ride. more...
Winter Warm-ups Winter hiking in CVNP off ers beautiful scenery and wonderful
recreational opportunities. Warm up with this biweekly hiking series as you explore CVNP’s more challenging trails. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. more...
The Polar Express Enjoy hearing a reading of The Polar Express as we journey to the North Pole. more...
Holiday Cheer at Park Place in Peninsula! 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM This holiday season we invite you to get into the Christmas spirit at Park Place in Peninsula and shop to support Ohio`s only national park! more...
Monday 12/7/2009
Bids for Kids Online Auction Friday, November 20 at 9 a.m. through Monday, December 7 at 8 p.m. Join us for the 5th Annual CVNPA Bids for Kids Online Auction at www.cvnpa.cmarket.com. Proceeds benefit urban school children through scholarships and educational programs at the Cuyahoga Valley Environmental Education Center (CVEEC). more...
The Polar Express Enjoy hearing a reading of The Polar Express as we journey to the North Pole. more...
Tuesday 12/8/2009
The Polar Express Enjoy hearing a reading of The Polar Express as we journey to the North Pole. more...
Wednesday 12/9/2009
The Polar Express Enjoy hearing a reading of The Polar Express as we journey to the North Pole. more...
Thursday 12/10/2009
The Polar Express Enjoy hearing a reading of The Polar Express as we journey to the North Pole. more...
Cuyahoga Valley Contra Dances 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM Become part of a living tradition in Cuyahoga Valley—contra dancing. Caller Carol Kopp leads dancers while the band Hu$hmoney plays lively jigs, reels, and tunes. more...
Cuyahoga Valley Photographic Society 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM As an activity of CVNPA in cooperation with the National Park Service, CVPS promotes CVNP through the photographic arts by providing educational opportunities such as workshops, presentations, photo walks, and an annual photo contest. more...
Friday 12/11/2009
The Polar Express Enjoy hearing a reading of The Polar Express as we journey to the North Pole. more...
Cuyahoga Valley House Concert Series 8:00 PM Violinist/fiddler Ed Caner continues his stint as an Artist-in-Residence with more in this series of intimate house concerts. The Cleveland Plain Dealer called Caner "one of the most versatile musicians on the planet." more...
Saturday 12/12/2009
Bird Watching Venture outdoors with expert and novice birders to discover for yourself why the Audubon Society of Ohio has designated
CVNP as an Important Bird Area. more...
Mr. Jingaling`s Holiday Express Young and old alike will enjoy this holiday trip as a special and beloved holiday character joins CVSR for a
train ride. more...
The Polar Express Enjoy hearing a reading of The Polar Express as we journey to the North Pole. more...
Winter Excursions Immerse yourself in stories of nature and history through the Voices of the Valley audio tour. more...
Holiday Cheer at Park Place in Peninsula! 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM This holiday season we invite you to get into the Christmas spirit at Park Place in Peninsula and shop to support Ohio`s only national park! more...
Park Place Pop-ins 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM This winter, pop in to CVNPA’s Park Place in Peninsula store for family fun! Activities range from crafts and stories to games and conversation about the day’s special topic. more...
Cuyahoga Valley Heritage Series Concerts - Téada’s Irish Christmas in America 8:00 PM The Cuyahoga Valley Heritage Series, presented by the National Park Service and Cuyahoga Valley National Park Association (CVNPA), celebrates the cultural legacy of the Cuyahoga Valley. The series is sponsored by Akron Community Foundation, Cable 9, Residence Inn by Marriott, Ohio Arts Council, Lloyd L. and Louise K. Smith Foundation, and WKSU 89.7 FM. more...
Cuyahoga Valley Heritage Series Concerts: Téada`s Irish Christmas in America 8:00 PM The Cuyahoga Valley Heritage Series, presented by the National Park Service and Cuyahoga Valley National Park Association (CVNPA), celebrates the cultural legacy of the Cuyahoga Valley. The series is sponsored by Akron Community Foundation, Cable 9, Residence Inn by Marriott, Ohio Arts Council, and WKSU 89.7 FM. Advance sales are available until 3 p.m. on Friday for that weekend?s show; call (330) 657-2909 or stop by Park Place in Peninsula. All concerts are held at Happy Days Lodge and begin at 8 p.m. unless otherwise
stated. Doors open at 7 p.m. more...
Sunday 12/13/2009
Winter Excursions Immerse yourself in stories of nature and history through the Voices of the Valley audio tour. more...
The Polar Express Enjoy hearing a reading of The Polar Express as we journey to the North Pole. more...
Mr. Jingaling`s Holiday Express Young and old alike will enjoy this holiday trip as a special and beloved holiday character joins CVSR for a
train ride. more...
Holiday Cheer at Park Place in Peninsula! 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM This holiday season we invite you to get into the Christmas spirit at Park Place in Peninsula and shop to support Ohio`s only national park! more...
Winter Marshlands 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM Explore what is happening at the Beaver Marsh in winter. more...
Monday 12/14/2009
The Polar Express Enjoy hearing a reading of The Polar Express as we journey to the North Pole. more...
Tuesday 12/15/2009
The Polar Express Enjoy hearing a reading of The Polar Express as we journey to the North Pole. more...
Wednesday 12/16/2009
The Polar Express Enjoy hearing a reading of The Polar Express as we journey to the North Pole. more...
Thursday 12/17/2009
The Polar Express Enjoy hearing a reading of The Polar Express as we journey to the North Pole. more...
Friday 12/18/2009
The Polar Express Enjoy hearing a reading of The Polar Express as we journey to the North Pole. more...
Festival of Lights 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM Come light up the darkest day of the year in CVNP. Learn why many cultures observe seasonal days of
celebration during the month of December. more...
Snowshoe Hikes Enjoy the serenity of winter in the Cuyahoga Valley by snowshoe! A park ranger will give a brief lesson on how
to snowshoe before each hike. more...
The Polar Express Enjoy hearing a reading of The Polar Express as we journey to the North Pole. more...
Holiday Cheer at Park Place in Peninsula! 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM This holiday season we invite you to get into the Christmas spirit at Park Place in Peninsula and shop to support Ohio`s only national park! more...
Park Place Pop-ins 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM This winter, pop in to CVNPA’s Park Place in Peninsula store for family fun! Activities range from crafts and stories to games and conversation about the day’s special topic. more...
Countryside Winter Farmers` Markets 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM This winter you can purchase local foods from your favorite farmers and artisan food producers in a beautiful indoor setting. more...
Sunday 12/20/2009
Bird Watching Venture outdoors with expert and novice birders to discover for yourself why the Audubon Society of Ohio has designated
CVNP as an Important Bird Area. more...
Winter Warm-ups Winter hiking in CVNP off ers beautiful scenery and wonderful
recreational opportunities. Warm up with this biweekly hiking series as you explore CVNP’s more challenging trails. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. more...
Holiday Cheer at Park Place in Peninsula! 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM This holiday season we invite you to get into the Christmas spirit at Park Place in Peninsula and shop to support Ohio`s only national park! more...
Sunday 12/27/2009
Become a Junior Ranger! Warm summer breezes may have been replaced by bone-chilling winter winds, but CVNP is still cool to explore in any
weather! Junior Ranger programs are offered year-round. Three programs
earn you a Junior Ranger badge and
six also earn you a special patch. more...
Become a Junior Ranger! Warm summer breezes may have been replaced by bone-chilling winter winds, but CVNP is still cool to explore in any
weather! Junior Ranger programs are offered year-round. Three programs
earn you a Junior Ranger badge and
six also earn you a special patch. more...
Tuesday 12/29/2009
Become a Junior Ranger! Warm summer breezes may have been replaced by bone-chilling winter winds, but CVNP is still cool to explore in any
weather! Junior Ranger programs are offered year-round. Three programs
earn you a Junior Ranger badge and
six also earn you a special patch. more...
Wednesday 12/30/2009
Become a Junior Ranger! Warm summer breezes may have been replaced by bone-chilling winter winds, but CVNP is still cool to explore in any
weather! Junior Ranger programs are offered year-round. Three programs
earn you a Junior Ranger badge and
six also earn you a special patch. more...
Cookie Burner 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Burn off the holiday calories in this one-way, 11-mile trip on the Buckeye Trail. more...
You may also search for upcoming events at this park using the search form below.
Day in the Valley Opportunities for exploring the park and its neighbors in the Cuyahoga Valley are numerous. This Day in the Valley calendar includes a comprehensive listing of events offered by the National Park Service and many neighboring organizations. Whether you want to join a hike, learn about wildlife, ride the train, or attend a concert, you can find that information here. Use the calendar to see what's happening today or to plan next month's adventure.
Cultural Arts in the Park
Cuyahoga Valley National Park offers a diverse selection of cultural activities all year. From art to concerts to dancing, your park is the destination for interesting and fun activities.
Did You Know?
November is the time to be on the lookout for bald eagles performing aerial courtship displays. Once eagles have selected each other, they plunge through the air in very high dives, locking their talons and breaking apart just when it looks as though they will crash to the ground.