Things to Do in Toledo (2025)

A cornerstone of the Glass City, TMA pairs one of the nation’s premier glass collections with daily hot-shop demos in its Glass Pavilion. Admission is free, and 2025 gallery reinstallation is underway. Recently nominated by USA Today’s 10Best and highlighted by Midwest Living.

This independent maritime museum tells Great Lakes stories with immersive exhibits and two historic vessels—the Col. James M. Schoonmaker and the tug Ohio—open seasonally. Regularly recommended by Midwest Living for travelers exploring Toledo’s waterfront.

New ownership revitalized this downtown studio with hands-on glassblowing and pottery workshops, monthly public classes, and maker events. Local arts media covered the 2024 transition, and the studio’s 2025 calendar features themed make-your-own sessions and open houses.

Opened in 1995 inside the 1859 Oliver House, Toledo’s original craft brewery remains independently owned. Expect house beers, wood-fired fare, and a deep sense of local history—a combination that continues to draw praise from regional brewery roundups and critics.

This independent distillery showcases Ohio grains in inventive cocktails at Bellwether, plus spirited programming like mixology classes and collaborations with local arts groups. Recent event listings and press confirm an active calendar through 2025.

Chef Erika Rapp’s modern Midwestern cooking anchors the artsy Secor Building downtown. Praised by local food writers and regularly included in Restaurant Week Toledo, Registry blends seasonal plates, regional sourcing, and a lively bar program.

A year-round community hub for local growers, bakers, and makers. Saturday markets run winter and peak seasons, and special events spotlight diverse vendors. Consistently cited by regional guides as a must-visit for tasting the city’s producers.

Board this intimate Maumee River cruiser for sunset rides, themed tours, and BYOB history sailings. Featured in Midwest Living’s Toledo guide and supported by city partnerships, the Sandpiper’s seasonal cruises deliver skyline and riverfront views you can’t get on land.

In the Old South End, this Latino-led nonprofit nurtures arts, gardens, culinary programs, and neighborhood tours. With exhibitions and dance workshops across the city, SQACC is a community-rooted gateway to Toledo’s multicultural heritage.

A fiercely independent record shop known for in-store performances, community drives, and deep vinyl bins across genres. Its live calendar and pre-order lists show a vibrant role in Toledo’s music scene throughout 2025.

A hub for indie makers that hosts the juried Maker’s Mart and pop-ups showcasing regional artisans. Spring 2025 listings confirm the market’s return, drawing creatives and shoppers to the Uptown corridor.

Brewer-owned and community-focused, Earnest pours rotating taps at its South Toledo brewery, with additional tasting rooms around town. Recognized by the Ohio Craft Brewers Association, it regularly appears at local beer fests and neighborhood events.