Ohio Field Trips

To help plan October 2024 curriculum focused classroom activities, field trips, school assembly programs and service learning projects, these October themed celebrations might be helpful. MONTHLY: Filipino American History Month; National Bullying Prevention Month; National Book Month; National Fire Prevention Month; National Hispanic Heritage Month (thru October 15); National Roller-Skating Month; National Stamp Collecting Month; Polish American Heritage Month; Raptor Month; Tackling Hunger Month. WEEKLY: Oct 10-16: Earth Science Week; Oct. 3-9: National Newspaper Week. CLICK on the ACTIVITY FILTER below for activity type of field trips to learn about. For those unable to travel to these locations, have the fun come to you. Check out the Outreach Field Trips & School Assembly Programs section.

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Adventure Zone

A fairly small family park spread over six acres near beautiful Geneva-on-the-Lake, Adventure Zone has something for everyone.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities COST - Fee, Group Rates GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family OHIO
GenevaTEL - 440-466-3555 Read More

Cincinnati Art Museum (CAM)

The AAM accredited Cincinnati Art Museum offers a variety of STEAM-centered educational programs that let groups explore the collection. Experience the museum virtually with CAM Connect. Teacher resources.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool, Family OHIO
Cincinnati OhioTEL - 513-721-2787 Read More

Holden Forests & Gardens

The Holden Forests & Gardens consists of the Cleveland Botanical Garden and Holden Arboretum where visitors can explore plants, ecosystems, and more.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Outreach COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool, Family OHIO
Cleveland Ohio
KirtlandTEL - Gardens: 216-721-1600. Arboretum: 440-946-4400. Read More

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Columbus

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Columbus is the ultimate indoor LEGO® playground with with 2 rides, 10 LEGO build & play zones, a 4D cinema & much more! Now booking field trips!!

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family OHIO
Columbus OhioTEL - 614- 407-7721 Read More

ORBIT EARTH EXPO

Orbit Earth Expo is a SparkPoint Innovations in-school astronomy experience that students will never forget! Taught in the dark with a light to represent the sun, students manipulate huge teaching models to discover secrets of the solar system!

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School PROGRAM TYPE - In-house Science Class COST - Fee, Title I GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool GEORGIA
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SOUTH CAROLINATEL - 678-896-3206 Read More

Pinstripes Cleveland

Dine, Play, Celebrate! The best field trips happen at Pinstripes, an esteemed dining and entertainment destination that offers a kids-friendly Italian-American menu and a modern spin on bocce and bowling.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family OHIO
Cleveland OhioTEL - 216-415-8380 Read More

Ritter Planetarium

Located on the main campus of The University of Toledo, the Ritter Planetarium is your gateway to the Universe. Outfitted with a state-of-the-art digital projector and 5.1 surround sound.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Activities, Shows COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool, Family OHIO
ToledoTEL - 419-530-2650 Read More

Skateworld of Kettering

Located in the heart of Kettering! We are a field trip destination for field trips, that offers something for everyone. We have roller skating, softplay playground, arcade games, cafe, and mini golf (outdoor weather depending).

Urban Air Park Cincinnati

At Urban Air we push adventure to the limits. Our indoor adventure parks provide a safe place for youth groups and families to jump, soar, race, climb and play. Fun awaits rain or shine.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School, High School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family OHIO
Cincinnati OhioTEL - 513-322-3130 Read More

WhirlyBall Cleveland

WhirlyBall Cleveland offers a unique experience combining bumper cars, basketball, and lacrosse. It’s perfect for group events, parties, and fun-filled competitive activities.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family OHIO
Bedford Heights
Cleveland OhioTEL - 216-591-0707 Read More

ZipZone Outdoor Adventures

ZipZone Outdoor Adventures is well known for its professionally guided zip line tours and exhilarating treetop obstacle course in a stunning natural setting.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family OHIO
Columbus OhioTEL - 614-847-9477 Read More

AHA! A Hands-On Adventure

AHA! A Hands-On Adventure features an indoor play park with 60+ interactive exhibits for children, an outdoor nature playscape, and STEAM programming.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family OHIO
LancasterTEL - 740-653-1010

FieldTripdirectory.com offers enriching experiences for Ohio school groups, scout groups, homeschool groups, camp groups and families at Ohio Museums.

Ohio Museums offer field trips that offer hands-on exhibits, guided tours and guided activities for early childhood through high school grades. Ohio Art Museums, Science Museums, History Museums and Children’s Museums offers educational experiences that support classroom curriculum and scout badge achievement. Beside museums, you can search for other learning experiences at Botanical Gardens, Planetariums, Living History Programs, STEM & STEAM, Planetariums, Farms, Zoos and Aquariums, Theaters and Concerts, Service Learning and more.

Can’t go on a field trip to a museum, your students, scouts, and families can still experience these fun enriching experience by scheduling a Museum Virtual Field Trip anywhere and at anytime.

Want the fun to come to you- book a School Assembly Programs, Outreach Field Trips or Residency at your school, homeschool association or scout council. They support and enhance a school’s curriculum, offers opportunities for scout badge achievement and enriches a camp program. There are mobile museum exhibits, traveling planetariums and classroom and grade level workshops and residencies.

To help fund field trips, virtual programs and school assembly programs visit our section on Grants and Fundraising Programs.

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