Friends of Wayne County Parks Special Events
MARSHMALLOW DROP
April 3, 2026
A blizzard of 20,000 marshmallows will fill the sky as they tumble from the Easter Bunny’s helicopter.
JAZZ ON THE RIVER
August 1-2, 2026
Bring your blankets and chairs and get ready to tap your feet to the beat of cool jazz for the Jazz on the River.
HEROES ON HINES
September 27, 2026
Help us commemorate the annual Heroes on Hines 5k run with a traffic free run along Hines Drive! For registration information, please visit www.heroesonhines.com.
BIKE THROUGH THE LIGHTS
November 17, 2026
Due to popular demand, Wayne County Parks is now offering bike riders a chance to bike through the lights before it opens to the public.
LIGHTFEST 8K FUN RUN/WALK
November 18, 2026
Enjoy a breathtaking run/walk through Midwest’s longest drive through holiday light display.
LIGHTFEST GRAND OPENING
November 19, 2026
Help us kick off the start of the Wayne County Lightfest by attending a sneak preview with music, refreshments and a fireworks display.
BUGTOPIA
June 25, 2026
A celebration of our tiny but important six-legged friends. Inflatables, live insects, catching insects, crafts and more at this free event!
