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Outdoor tennis doubles at QT8
(please note: time got shifted to 7pm)
Anyone up for some tennis doubles? I believe we're 3 and looking for a 4th. Skill level is intermediate (around 3,5-4,0 on the USTA/ITR scale), hard court, outdoors, 5 euro per person
Yoga al parco con campane
Yoga al parco + campane di cristallo di quarzo
Con l’avvicinarsi della bella stagione riprendono le lezioni di yoga al parco: una pratica di Vinyasa (yoga dinamico) adatta a tutti i livelli.
Vi aspetto domani alle 17:00, la posizione viene comunicata su whatsapp al momento dell’iscrizione.
Prezzo €10
Porta il tuo tappetino ed eventuali props.
Animali domestici ammessi. 🐶 (benvenuti anzi)
Vi aspetto numerosissimi
Gaia
Mercoledì 27/05 Aperitivo Italiano con degustazioni liguri nell’estivo JUST ME
Mercoledì 27 Maggio alle 20,00 ti aspettiamo per un nuovo appuntamento Social con Aperitivo Italiano, una serata con grand Buffet, degustazioni LIGURI, calice di vino offerto e poi fino a mezzanotte si ballerà con le Hit Italiane.
Il tutto nel nuovo estivo del Just Me di Milano (in caso di maltempo staremo nella zona al coperto). Avremo una zona riservata per il nostro gruppo per fare tante nuove amicizie, conoscersi e passare una bella serata insieme a tanti amici nuovi.
**Just Me Milano**
Via Camoens, 2 – Milano
**Info e prenotazioni:**
**Prenotazione obbligatoria, manda un Whatsapp al 347/5686000**
scrivendo: 27just, il tuo nome, età + numero tuoi ospiti
P.S.
La direzione del locale si riserva il diritto di selezione all’ingresso
Per gli uomini: no maglietta e pantaloni corti o con strappi
P.S.
Parcheggio in convenzione a 200 m dal locale a 5€ tutta la notte con navetta A/R inclusa
**APERITIVO ITALIANO**
il nuovo evento social di Milano
al JUST ME
Mercoledì 27 Maggio 2026
dalle 20,00 alle 03,00
(all’ingresso dire: PRENOTAZIONE SCONOSCIUTI e nome indicato nella prenotazione)
**Costo di 15 euro comprensivo di:**
– ingresso
– 1 drink
– 1 degustazione di vino
– grand buffet (aperitivo fino alle 22,30)
– corner con degustazioni liguri
– dalle 22,00 alle 00,00 DJset hit italiane
– e a seguire Dj set internazionale fino alle 05,00
– ZONA RISERVATA PER I TAVOLI DEL NOSTRO GRUPPO (fino alle 23,00)
Se entri dalle 22,30 alla 01,00:
– ingresso con 1 drink: 15,00€
\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*
Vi aspettiamo numerosi!!!!!
Mercoledì 27 Maggio 2026 ore 20,00
**Info e prenotazioni: Per poter partecipare alla serata:**
**Prenotazione obbligatoria, manda un Whatsapp al 347/5686000**
**scrivendo: 27just, il tuo nome, età + numero tuoi ospiti**
P.S.
La direzione del locale si riserva il diritto di selezione all’ingresso.
The Wednesday English Aperitivo
Let's meet at the pub and enjoy the good company, over a drink and some food.😃
You can eat (everything you want at the buffet) and take 1 drink at the cost of 13 euros 🙃 or you can just drink at the cost of the drink 🙃
☞ 🌍 INTERNATIONAL HAPPY HOUR IN MILAN
☞ 📆 ON WEDNESDAY STARTING FROM 7.30 pm
☞ 📍 NEXT BAR MILAN
Meet new English-speaking friends who are studying, living or just visiting Milan... and have fun!
I look forward to meeting you all! 😉
This event is also in facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/130192543665547/?ref=share
and other networks, like couchsurfing 🙃, so there are always more people coming, not only the people listed here. 🙂
***
Next Bar - Via Crema, 7 - Milan
(MM3 Porta Romana)
¡HÁBLAME MUCHO! ape en español
🇪🇸 ¡HOLA HISPANOHABLANTES!
¡Estáis más que invitados a conocer gente y pasar un buen rato en el bar Pacino!
🗓️ Fecha: Todos los miércoles
⏰ Hora: A partir de las 19:30
📍 Lugar: Café Pacino (MM Loreto/Lima)
💰 Precio: 11 euro por una bebida y una pequeña bandeja de comida
Si hace buen tiempo, estaremos en la terraza; si hace frío, estaremos adentro.
¡No dudéis en preguntar por el evento en Meetup en cuanto lleguéis al Pacino Café!
Grupo WhatsApp: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ggq8xTBfTSa8IqKdtSsFo8](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ggq8xTBfTSa8IqKdtSsFo8)
Canal de Telegram: [https://t.me/hablamemucho](https://t.me/hablamemucho)
Gruppo di biliardo pool 9 amatoriale
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# [Gruppo di biliardo pool/carambola amatoriale e mini-tornei](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/)
[Milano, MI, Italy](https://www.meetup.com/find/it--mi--milano/)
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## What we’re about
Buongiorno a tutti. Sono proprietario di un bar e dispongo di un tavolo da biliardo semi-professionale. Sto creando un gruppo WhatsApp di giocatori amatoriali di biliardo americano pool/carambola, per la maggior parte debuttanti. Cerco persone disposte a unirsi al gruppo per giocare e divertirsi nel tempo libero, il pomeriggio oppure la sera in ogni giorno. Per stimolare l'impegno di ogni giocatore, abbiamo pattuito che il vincitore di ogni "mini-torneo" organizzato nei vari giorni giochi gratis e non paghi la tariffa di tempo per il periodo di gioco (un'ora di gioco costa 10€, ma viene di volta in volta frazionata in base al periodo di gioco effettivo). Il locale si trova in zona nord di Milano, stazione Greco-Pirelli, università Bicocca. Chiunque dovesse essere davvero interessato a partecipare e unirsi al mio gruppo, non esiti a contattarmi. Cerco persone serie e disposte solamente a divertirsi, senza puntare mazzette grazie mille.
Antonio
Manga Climbing Meetup
Community for all climbing enthusiasts. Whether you're an expert, a beginner, or just want to try something new, you're welcome! 🧗🏻
We meet on Tuesday/Wednesdayat 6:00 PM at Manga Climbing
Alternatively, you can organize it yourself on the day you prefer.
👇
Via Privata Giovanni Livraghi 25, Milano
https://maps.app.goo.gl/XjJjXMfUZ5cNRsQx6?g_st=ic
Group Link
https://chat.whatsapp.com/J8QIZ4TD3Yi0xBCu4qQmkb?mode=gi_t
Outdoors Events This Week
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INAUGURAZIONE MOLTO CLUB
Questo venerdì inaugura il bellissimo locale estivo MOLTO CLUB, la stella della Brianza che brillerà per tutta l'estate 2025
Il venerdì ci troviamo alle 20:30 per gustare un ottimo aperitivo in compagnia a 17 euro.
Dalle 22 si può entrare in lista Energy al costo di 15 euro uomo e 12 euro donna per chi non riesce ad arrivare all'aperitivo.
Si ballerà musica revival anni 80/90 e commerciale 🎊🎉
target età 30/40/50 ma l'evento è comunque aperto a tutti!
Avremo la zona riservata tutta la sera!
Gradita conferma via whatsapp
Enrico 3930134920
melissa 3755058482
Monte Barro I Corno
Group amateur trekking including city centre **transfer**, local products **lunch**, amazing **panoramas**... and **the best vibes**! Follow us on [Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/trekabreak_/)to receive your **welcome discount**
TRAIL:
\>\> **Difficulty**: easy <<
\>\> **Distance**: 4,3km (round trip) <<
\>\> **Time**: 1h41 (round trip) <<
\>\> **Elevation Gain**: 370m <<
\>\> **Menù**: gluten free, vegetarian and vegan alternatives <<
\>\> For all the details: [www.trek-a-break.com](https://www.trek-a-break.com/home.php) <<
Perfect for **nature lovers**, **solo travellers** and **small groups** looking for an authentic escape from Milan!
**Define in advance** your pick-up point (Milan Darsena or Porta Venezia) and your preferred lunch menu in the online registration form. **Registration closes** two days before the trek or when the tour gets fully booked. **Free cancellation** is available up to five days before the event.
**When the day comes**, hop on the minivan around 8:00 am (exact time depends on the route) and head to the mountains 60-90 min outside Milan. Get ready to explore high-beauty / low-effort routes with no technical difficulties, for a full day of breathtaking nature, Alpine culture and mountain gastronomy.
**You’ll enjoy** spectacular views of Lake Como, walk surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, wander through ancient villages, discover Alpine stories and monuments, explore World War I defense systems and finally relax over a traditional lunch at a local restaurant, including: starter, main course, side dish, dessert, drink and coffee.
The adventure ends around 5:00–6:00 pm, when the minivan brings everyone back to their pick-up point - **with eyes full of beauty and hearts filled with memories** ✨
Morning Yoga at the Park
Return to the rhythm of your **body**, your **breath** and the **living world** around you. Join us for an **outdoor yoga** class and start **your Sunday** with more **presence and ease**.
**Details↓**
**Location:** Parco Sempione *(exact meeting point shared after RSVP).*
**Pricing: 12€**
**How to secure your spot:**
\- RSVP on Meetup\.
[Complete payment](https://buy.stripe.com/5kQ6oG0yJ6s0cDw7JT00004)
**Note:** RSVPing on Meetup lets me know you're coming but your spot is officially confirmed after payment is received.
**Language**: English
**Level:** Accessible for all levels
**What to expect this week:**
Movement – a slow embodied vinyasa flow
Somatic Awareness – how movements really feel not how they look
Community & Social Time – english-speaking, welcoming and inclusive space for all
**What to bring:**
\- a mat \(or a towel\)
\- water bottle
\- sunscreen and comfortable clothes
\- optional: insect spray
**Cancellation Policy:**
**More than 24 hours in advance:**
Fully refundable.
**Within 24 hours or 1 to 2 hours before class:**
Non-refundable. Credit will be kept and can be used for a future class.
**Less than 1 hour before / no-show / no notice:**
The class will be counted and no refund will be issued.
**If the class is cancelled by me or due to weather:**
You’ll be notified personally and your credit will be kept for a future class.
**Before you join:**
\- If you have any injuries or health concerns\, please check with a doctor before joining\.
\- This class is not suitable to practice during pregnancy\.
\- By joining\, you take responsibility for your own safety\.
*\*\*Please be mindful and listen to your body, pausing, resting and adjusting any time you need.*
**See you on the mat.** ✨
Jessi @theflowingbreathyoga
Passeggiata al Parco 'Viale Martesana' - Walk in 'Viale Martesana' Park
ITALIANO
Evento gratuito
Ciao a tutti, questa volta vi propongo una passeggiata al parco 'Viale Martesana', un parco lungo 38km che corre lungo il Naviglio Martesana costeggiando la metropolitana verde.
Qui è stata costruita negli anni ’90 una pista ciclopedonale che attraversa 12 comuni arrivando fino a Trezzo sull'Adda.
Dopo la passeggiata, per chi vuole, possiamo bere qualcosa o fare aperitivo.
Ci troveremo all'uscita della metro verde Gorgonzola M2.
Programma
Ore 15.30-15.40: Raduno dei partecipanti
Ore 15.45: Partenza
Trovate tutte le info sui gruppi Telegram e Facebook:
Telegram:
https://t.me/+ImpLzLM9vRcyODQ8
Facebook:
https://m.facebook.com/groups/1185913102643016/?ref=share
Vi aspetto!
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ENGLISH
Free event
Hi all, this time I propose a walk in 'Martesana Avenue' Park, that is 38km long and runs along Martesana river and the green subway.
Here, in the 1990s, a cycle and pedestrian path was built that crosses 12 towns and arrives until Trezzo sull'Adda.
After the walk, if you want, we can have a drink or happy hour.
We will meet at the exit of Gorgonzola M2 Station of the green subway.
Program
3.30pm-3.40pm: Meeting
3.45pm: Departure
You can find all the info on Telegram and Facebook groups:
Telegram:
https://t.me/+ImpLzLM9vRcyODQ8
Facebook:
https://m.facebook.com/groups/1185913102643016/?ref=share
See you!
Merenda, Giochi & Nuove Amicizie al Parco Sempione #4 🎲🍪
**Italiano / English friendly 🎲🌿**
**[Italiano]**
Passiamo un bel pomeriggio al Parco Sempione: merenda, giochi da tavolo facili, chiacchiere e nuove amicizie.
Porterò giochi leggeri e alcuni giochi sociali, perfetti anche per chi non gioca spesso. L’idea è giocare senza fretta, parlare tra una partita e l’altra e goderci un pomeriggio tranquillo all’aperto.
Puoi venire anche da solo/a o con un’amica/o. Ci sarà già un piccolo gruppo di partenza, quindi sarà facile inserirsi, giocare e chiacchierare.
Se vuoi, porta qualcosa da condividere: un pacchetto di patatine, biscotti, snack o qualcosa da bere. Se hai un telo o una coperta, può essere utile per sederti sul prato.
Dopo le 19:00, per chi ha voglia, possiamo continuare con una pizza lì vicino per cena, verso le 20:00. 🍕
Pubblicherò aggiornamenti nella chat dell’evento, inclusa una foto del punto in cui saremo al parco. Se arrivi un po’ più tardi, nessun problema: avvisami su Meetup o Instagram @meetandchill_it e ti rispondo subito
**[English]**
Let’s enjoy a nice Saturday afternoon at Parco Sempione: Italian-style merenda, easy board games, friendly chats and new people to meet.
I’ll bring light games and social games, perfect even if you don’t usually play. The idea is to take it slow, play a little, chat between games and enjoy a relaxed afternoon outdoors.
You can come alone or bring a friend. There will already be a small group, so it’ll be easy to join in, play and chat.
Feel free to bring something to share: a bag of chips, cookies, snacks or something to drink. A picnic blanket can also be useful.
After 19:00 PM, whoever wants can join us for pizza nearby, around 8:00 PM. 🍕
I’ll post updates in the event chat, including a photo of our spot in the park. If you arrive a bit later, no problem: just message me on Meetup or Instagram @meetandchill_it and I’ll reply asap!
Creative Aperitivo: Art, Drinks, and Chill vibes
What to expect
Un aperitivo creativo per rilassarsi con arte, drink e buone vibrazioni.
Passa un pomeriggio dorato all’aria aperta, sorseggiando cocktail o succo fresco mentre ti lasci ispirare da un po’ di creatività con acquerelli e creazione di gioielli. 👨🎨✨🍹
Non serve esperienza — vieni come sei. Forniamo noi tutti i materiali, un’atmosfera rilassata all’aperto e un piccolo aperitivo per tenere alto lo spirito. 🤗
Se dovesse piovere durante l’evento, riceverai un rimborso completo — zero stress, zero pensieri. ✨🤌
Che tu venga per l’arte, per i drink o solo per l’energia positiva, andrai via con qualcosa fatto da te e un bel sorriso (che sia per la creatività o per il cocktail — a te la scelta). 😌🤷♀️
il presentatore parla inglese
ENGLISH
Spend a golden afternoon outside, sipping cocktails or fresh juice while getting creative with jewelry making and watercolor painting. 👨🎨✨🍹
No experience needed — just come as you are.
We’ll provide all materials, a chill outdoor vibe, and a light aperitivo spread to keep you inspired. 🤗
If it rains during the event, you’ll get a full refund — no stress, no worries. ✨🤌
Whether you’re here for the art, the drinks, or just the good energy, you’ll leave with something handmade and a happy buzz (from creativity or cocktails — your choice). 😌🤷♀️
Note: the host speaks English
Art In The Park 31.05
Picture this: a cozy picnic in the heart of Parco Sempione, surrounded by nature, a glass of wine in hand, and a paintbrush ready to bring your creativity to life!
Get comfy on soft blankets and cushions as you enjoy a fun and relaxed painting session, perfect for unwinding, making new friends, and creating something beautiful—no experience needed! Our friendly instructors will guide you step by step, making sure everyone has a fabulous time.
By the end of the session, you’ll take home your very own masterpiece and a heart full of happy memories!
**Les Amis** is a women-only community of friendly souls. We provide access to hundreds of experiences that explore your passions and connect you with other event participants. **Check our website to learn more, and apply to join our community and events**: [lesamis.cc/apply](https://www.lesamis.cc/apply)
Outdoors Events Near You
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Franklin Park Conservatory / Columbus Brewing Company
**History**
The [Franklin Park Conservatory](https://www.fpconservatory.org/)’s roots trace back to 1852 when the Franklin County Agricultural Society purchased 88 acres of land to host the Ohio State Fair. After the fair moved to its permanent home, the city of Columbus transformed the grounds into Franklin Park in 1884. This transition shifted the space from a temporary event site to a dedicated public green space for the growing community. The park became a central hub for outdoor recreation and early civic gatherings in the neighborhood.
In 1895, the landmark Victorian-style Palm House opened its doors, drawing heavy inspiration from the Glass Palace of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. This iron and glass structure became an immediate icon, housing exotic plants that residents would otherwise never see in the Midwest. It remains the oldest part of the facility and serves as a primary link to the conservatory’s 19th-century origins. For decades, it stood as a singular testament to grand horticultural architecture in Central Ohio.
A major turning point arrived in 1992 when Columbus hosted AmeriFlora '92, an international horticultural exhibition. This massive event prompted a $16 million renovation and expansion, adding significantly more greenhouse space and the Dorothy M. Davis Showhouse. The festival put the conservatory on the international map and fundamentally changed its scale and ambition. Following the event, the facility transitioned from a city-run park to a private, non-profit organization.
In 2003, the conservatory’s identity was further defined through a long-term partnership with world-renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. After a successful exhibition, the Friends of the Conservatory purchased most of the glass installations, creating the largest permanent collection of Chihuly’s work in a botanical setting. These vibrant glass sculptures are now woven throughout the biomes, blending art with nature. This addition helped cement the conservatory as a premier cultural destination rather than just a botanical garden.
Recent years have seen the site expand beyond the glass walls to emphasize community engagement and outdoor education. The 2018 opening of the Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Children’s Garden added two acres of interactive landscape designed for hands-on learning. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company Community Garden Campus also provides local residents with space to grow their own food and learn sustainable practices. Today, the conservatory balances its historic Victorian charm with modern commitments to local ecology and the Columbus community.
**Maps of the Conservatory**
Here is the [main map](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/franklin-park-zones-scaled.jpg) of the Conservatory grounds. Here's a [map of the areas](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ConstructionMap-2026.jpg) in which the Conservatory has ongoing construction (see below).
**Summary**
For this event, we'll explore Columbus's highly-rated and very popular Conservatory. As mentioned above, the Conservatory is doing renovations on parts of the facility. These renovations are scheduled to be ongoing until the Fall of next year.
Basically, no matter when you go to the Conservatory over the next 18 months, you're going to see some metaphorical orange barrels. So let's just go now.
**Tickets and pricing**
On the first Sunday of every month, the Conservatory is free for residents of Franklin County and the city of Columbus. You must bring an ID to receive this discount. (Yes, they do check.) Otherwise, tickets are $25.20.
Members of the Columbus Zoo (of which I am one) do get a discount on tickets, though I have never actually bought a ticket to the Conservatory (I've always gone on free days). I believe the discount is $4.
Parking is always free.
If you have additional questions about pricing or whether and for what you qualify, you can reach the Conservatory at 614-715-8000.
**Where we'll meet**
We will meet just outside the main entrance. I guarantee there's going to be a line. The Conservatory is always popular on free days, and especially in nice weather.
**Your GPS is stupid!**
Be careful simply typing "Franklin Park Conservatory" in your GPS and going where it tells you.
The only way to access the parking lot to the Conservatory is off of Broad Street. Unfortunately, since Google Maps is unable to find its way out of a wet paper bag, it has a tendency to want to take people to a mythical, non-existent Conservatory entrance on Nelson Road.
If your GPS does this, just drive to the north side of the Conservatory along Broad Street. Your GPS should then redirect you to the main Conservatory entrance. If your GPS doesn't, then throw your phone away\* and look for the big Conservatory sign on the south side of Broad Street between Nelson Road and Franklin Park West.
You also should be able to use the map pin I've provided, below, and it should properly direct you to where you need to drive.
\* Don't really do this.
**After the event**
After stopping to smell the roses, for those that are interested, we'll head to the nearby [Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/) for [drinks](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#draft-list) and [lunch](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#food-menu).
The Beer Hall's actual address is [200 Kelton Ave, Columbus, OH 43205](https://www.google.com/maps/place/200+Kelton+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43205/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x883889a94ac4acad:0xadb2e60240dbc38b?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111) (it's literally just on the south side of the Conservatory). Be sure this is where your GPS is taking you when you use it, as the Brewing Company has a taproom on Harrison Avenue that is *not* what you want for this event.
We should be at the Beer Hall by 1 if you can't make the Conservatory and just want to join us for drinks.
Trails & Ales! Chestnut Ridge Metro Park / BrewDog DogTap
**History**
[Chestnut Ridge Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/chestnut-ridge/) is historically significant because it sits on a 300-million-year-old outcropping of Blackhand sandstone. Geographically recognized as the very first foothill of the Appalachian Mountains, the ridge rises 1,116 feet above sea level. Long before European settlement, the land served as a sacred site for ancient civilizations. The park contains the Old Maid's Orchard Mound, an eight-foot-tall burial mound constructed by the Adena culture between 1000 B.C. and 100 B.C. This ancient landmark has remained largely intact and is now protected on the National Register of Historic Places.
The documented modern history of the land began with an official survey conducted by Ebenezer Buckingham in 1801. Original land deeds of sale from this period notably bear the signatures of United States Presidents Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. In the 1830s, Irish laborers arrived at the ridge to quarry its rich Blackhand sandstone. The blocks they hewed were used to build the crucial locks for the nearby Ohio and Erie Canal. Remnants of this early sandstone quarrying operation can still be spotted by sharp-eyed hikers along the modern trails.
Agricultural transformation defined the ridge throughout the mid-to-late 19th century. Settlers discovered that the high elevation created a natural air flow that prevented late-season frost damage to crops. Extensive fruit orchards were planted across the slopes between 1860 and 1880. One notable orchard was established by John Wagner, a Spanish-American War veteran who chose the ridge specifically for its proximity to the bustling Columbus market. The park's current name pays homage to the massive American chestnut trees that once dominated the ridgeline before a devastating ecological blight wiped them out in the early 20th century.
The conservation story of the modern 486-acre park began in March 1962. The Metro Parks board announced land acquisition plans to block developers from building a residential housing development called Chestnut Heights. Director-Secretary Walter A. Tucker advocated heavily for the purchase, citing the ridge's immense value as a scenic overlook for central Ohio. The district systematically purchased multiple agricultural parcels over the next two decades. After operating strictly as undeveloped farmland through the 1970s, Chestnut Ridge Metro Park officially opened to the public on December 18, 1988.
In recent decades, the park has evolved from a quiet hiking spot into a premier regional destination for outdoor sports. A major turning point occurred in 2010 when the Central Ohio Mountain Biking Organization (COMBO) partnered with the park district to develop new infrastructure. Volunteers worked extensively to construct a single-track mountain bike trail, which officially opened in October 2011. An expert gravity and flow trail featuring advanced jumps was later integrated into the loop in 2016. Today, the park successfully balances its deep ancient, industrial, and agricultural history with active recreation.
**Map of the Park**
Here is a [map of Chestnut Ridge](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/CHR_map_1980px_2026.jpg).
**Summary**
For this event, we will hike the Ridge, Meadows, and Homesite Trails, and Law's Lane, which is unmarked on some maps. None of these trails is individually very long, so we will hike a few permutations and loops until we get in 4-5 miles. The hike will be moderately strenuous.
**Where We'll Meet**
Drive to the rearmost picnic area at the back of the park. There's a latrine here, but there's no water fountain here or anywhere else at Chestnut Ridge. I strongly recommend you bring some water of your own, at least for after the hike.
Cell service at the park is spotty, although your GPS will get you there just fine. The map pin I've provided here is exactly where we'll be meeting and should be able to be used directly in Google Maps, although Chestnut Ridge isn't big and you're unlikely to get lost here.
**After the Hike**
Afterward, we'll head over to [BrewDog DogTap](https://drink.brewdog.com/usa/brewdog-dogtap-columbus) for [drinks](https://usa.brewdog.com/pages/brewdog-lineup) and [food](https://usa.brewdog.com/cdn/shop/files/DogTap_Menu_2025_65e1ff8b-97d4-4f26-80f1-68321d482025.pdf?v=17356939232910340498). They also have an outdoor area that's extremely popular.
I've had their burgers and their pizza, and I think they're both very good. I also really like their [Cold Beer](https://usa.brewdog.com/products/cold-beer-2024) (that's its actual name), which is their American light lager.
BrewDog's actual address is [96 Gender Rd, Canal Winchester, OH 43110](https://www.google.com/maps/place/96+Gender+Rd,+Canal+Winchester,+OH+43110/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88387c06afa21a85:0x804c611d373d8c54?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111), and they have a large, free parking lot. We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks.
Cookout bonfire party free camping
🚗 **Only about 20 minutes from floating down the river!**
This is one of those events you’ll be glad you showed up for. Especially since it **may be one of the last** cookout bonfire party that is held.
Cookout, potluck, racing, camping, bonfire, music, games, and late-night hangs — all in one night.
Com**e for a few hours or stay** for the whole thing.
## 🍔 Cookout + Potluck — 4:30 PM
We’ll be hanging out, grilling, eating, drinking, and socializing before the races start.
Please bring something to share **USE "SIGN UP"** so we don’t end up with 14 bags of chips and 9 packs of cookies 😅
**What to bring:**
* Chair, BYOB — no glass inside the racetrack, Water or youself even if you leave it in the car, **$15 cash to support the venue** by watching some of the race
* Something for the potluck USE **"SIGN UP"**
We’ll have a grill and a **generator** available for crockpots, Instant Pots, etc.
## 🏁 Racing Starts — 7:00 PM
After the cookout, we’ll head into the stands for the races.
Not really into racing?
Come for the drinks, stay for the wrecks 🍻
This night includes Late Models, Thunder Cars, Compacts, and a wet & wild Enduro race.
Be sure to bring **water balloons to fill up and** throw during the final race 💦🎯
Please support the venue by checking out some of the racing.
💵 **$15 cash will be collected during the cookout.**
Please bring exact change or a $20.
## 🏕️ Free Camping — June 5 & 6
Camping is free both nights.
No tent? No problem. You can crash **in your car under the stars.**
There will be a bonfire, music, games, and late-night hanging out.
Please be responsible: **do not drink and drive.**
## 🎯 Other Stuff Happening
* Karaoke, Beer pong, Cornhole, Bonfire, Music, Late-night hangout
Have a favorite karaoke song? Let me know.
## Important Notes
📸 Photos/videos may be taken and shared on this or other platforms.
⚠️ This is a volunteer-led event. You participate at your own risk.
📵 Cell signal may be spotty, so ask questions ahead of time if needed.
Stay for a bit or go all in — just don’t miss this one.
**Stop scrolling. Start doing stuff.**
Westerville Memorial Hike
Join us this Thursday 6:30 pm at the Westerville Veterans Memorial for two loops around the Westerville Sports Complex fields. This 1 mile loop is a flat fully paved trail that straddles Alum Creek. Join us for a beautiful evening hike together!




























