Spend a family day at Schellin Park. Start the day with a bike ride to the park, located on Maple Street between Freelander and Henry streets. Play a game of baseball at one of the park's two softball fields. Watch the little ones frolic at the playground, which boasts multiple slides and a rock climbing wall. Take a break under the picnic pavilion and enjoy an outdoor lunch. End your day with a stroll by the pond and a glimpse of the action at Schellin Park's skating area.
Step back in time and learn about the history of Wayne County, Ohio, at the Wayne County Historical Society and Museum. Tours operate weekends from March through October. The tour includes stops at the 1873 schoolhouse, a replica of an 1800s firehouse and a pioneer log cabin. Exhibits at the museum include "Ohio's Role in the Civil War" and "In My Lady's Chamber." The society also provides concerts and entertainment year-round for the community, with local acts such as Steve Free and Lone Raven. Visit Antiques in the Vault downtown to shop for antiques, with a portion of the proceeds going to the Wayne County Historical Society.
Chocolate Daze, an annual event in Wooster, takes place in February near Valentine's Day. Approximately 20 local businesses open their doors to shoppers looking for sweet treats. Enjoy discounts and deals on chocolate and other merchandise, sample sweets, and relax at the spa with a cup of cocoa.
The annual tradition known as Window Wonderland takes place every fall, usually in mid-November. This event kicks off the holiday season in Wooster. Plenty of activities take place downtown for the entire family. Enjoy live music and the lighting of the kids tree. Bring the children down to welcome Santa Claus and feed a live reindeer. Hop on the wagon ride or take a romantic horse-and-buggy adventure, and witness the unveiling of the downtown shops' decorated windows.
