Hiking
A practical guide to hiking in the United States: how to choose a first trail, what to carry, when each region is in season, and which outdoor events are on near the trailheads.
Outdoor Activities in the USA
Fifteen ways into the outdoors, each with live listings, dates, venues and tickets. Pick a category, then narrow it by city, state or date.
What each category covers
Camping
How and where to camp in the United States: booking national and state park campgrounds, what camping costs, when to reserve, and which outdoor festivals sell on-site camping.
Cycling
A guide to cycling in the United States: what gran fondos and gravel events involve, whether you need a racing licence, the best long-distance rail trails, and outdoor sports events near you.
Fishing
A guide to fishing in the United States: how to get a state fishing licence, what tournaments and derbies involve, catch-and-release rules, and outdoor and boat expos near you.
Kayaking
A guide to kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding in the United States: river difficulty grades, what to wear, how guided trips work, and waterfront outdoor events near you.
Beaches
A guide to US beaches: what the warning flags mean, how to escape a rip current, when beach season runs in each region, and coastal festivals and outdoor events near you.
National Parks
A guide to visiting US national parks: entrance fees and the America the Beautiful pass, which parks need timed entry reservations, free entrance days, and events near the gateway towns.
Family Activities
Find family activities and kids events across the USA: outdoor shows, fairs, family festivals, ice shows and weekend days out. Browse dates, venues and tickets near you.
Outdoor Sports
Browse outdoor sports events across the USA: football, baseball, soccer, motorsports, golf, rodeo and more. Find fixtures, venues and tickets near you.
Festivals
Find outdoor festivals across the USA: music festivals, county and state fairs, food and drink festivals, cultural celebrations and seasonal events. Browse dates and tickets near you.
Outdoor Events
Browse outdoor events across the USA: open-air concerts, amphitheatre shows, outdoor markets, light trails and seasonal celebrations. Find dates, venues and tickets near you.
Things To Do Near Me
Find things to do near you right now. Search events, outdoor activities, attractions and days out by your location, date and category anywhere in the USA.
Weekend Activities
See what is on this weekend across the USA. Browse outdoor activities, festivals, sports and family events happening Friday, Saturday and Sunday near you.
Activities Today
See outdoor activities and events happening today across the USA. Browse festivals, sports, concerts and family activities near you tonight, with live availability.
Activities Tomorrow
Plan tomorrow. Browse outdoor activities, festivals, sports and family events happening tomorrow across the USA, with dates, venues and ticket links near you.
Frequently asked questions
How many outdoor activity categories are there?
Fifteen: hiking, camping, cycling, fishing, kayaking, beaches, national parks, family activities, outdoor sports, festivals, outdoor events, plus four time-based collections for things to do near you, today, tomorrow and this weekend.
Which outdoor activity is best for beginners?
Hiking and family activities need the least equipment and commitment. Guided kayaking and rafting trips are also beginner-friendly because the operator supplies the boat, the buoyancy aid and a guide.
Can I combine an activity with a location?
Yes. Every category page links through to that activity filtered by state and by city, and the search bar lets you set an activity, a place and a date range together.