New this year, on Friday, February 20, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., is The Adventure Summit Kickoff Event: An Evening Featuring Films, Music, & Inspiration. The evening will feature the film The Way, My Way, Q and A’s with each of the featured presenters, and music by Trapper Haskins along with snacks (included) and a cash bar.

Celebrate the spirit of outdoor adventure with inspiring presentations and motivating tales of exploration during the 2026 Adventure Summit. Five Rivers MetroParks and Wright State University celebrate 20 years of this event with a full day of speakers, a bouldering competition, live music and an expo featuring human-powered outdoor recreation lifestyle and culture vendors and organizations.

The Adventure Summit, presented by Wagner Subaru, will feature expanded Saturday hours (free). Those who want to kick off the weekend can attend the Summit's ticketed kickoff event on Feb. 20. For more info, check out: https://theadventuresummit.com/

The Adventure Summit is a production of Five Rivers MetroParks and Wright State University