Explore Kent
College town with river trails, cafés and a vibrant arts scene.
Things to Do in Kent
Parks, playgrounds, trails, waterfalls, restaurants and local businesses — all in one place.
Franklin Mills Riveredge Park
Scenic Cuyahoga Riverwalk with observation decks over Main Street Falls and steps down to the riverbank.
Kent Free Library
Kent Free Library offers public library, children's room, storytimes and family programs, all ages — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Kent State University Museum
Kent State University Museum offers fashion, textiles, decorative arts on Kent State campus, world-class costume collection — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
KSU Ice Arena
KSU Ice Arena offers public ice skating, family ice activities, open skate, ice arena — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Plum Creek Park
Plum Creek Park offers two playgrounds, creek, wading, trails — great for a family adventure. Verify current hours, pricing and availability on the official website before visiting.
Plan a perfect day in Kent
Build a custom family itinerary around your kids’ ages, drive time and budget.
A Perfect Day in Kent
A suggested family itinerary — morning activity, lunch, afternoon adventure and dessert.
Morning Activity
Start with a park, trail or playground nearby.
Lunch
A family-friendly, locally-owned restaurant.
Afternoon Adventure
A second outdoor spot or indoor play space.
Dessert
Ice cream, a bakery or a coffee treat to finish strong.
Plan your own day
Use our itinerary builder to customize a day around your kids' ages, drive time and budget.
Open the Plan Our Day toolFamily FAQ — Kent
Quick answers to common questions about things to do with kids in the area.
What are the best things to do with kids in Kent, Ohio?
Kent, Portage County offers 5 family-friendly spots including parks, playgrounds, trails, restaurants and local businesses. Browse the full list above.
Are there free things to do in Kent with kids?
Yes — many parks, playgrounds and trails in Kent are free. Use the Things to Do section above and filter for free activities.
How can I plan a full family day in Kent?
Use our Plan Our Day tool to build a custom itinerary around your kids’ ages, drive time and budget — see the Perfect Day section above.