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Columbus Christmas lights displays, and a Google map to find them!
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Restaurants open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
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Your 2025 Guide to Christmas and Holiday Events in Columbus
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Polar Express, Santa Trains, and Christmas Train Rides in Ohio
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Restaurants open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

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Holidays in Columbus

Wildlights at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Wildlights is back at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium this year as a fantastic holiday tradition, and you won't want … [Read More...]

New Years Eve and New Years Restaurant options
Want to go out to eat on New Years Eve or New Years Day? There are plenty of restaurants open for New Years in Columbus. … [Read More...]

Columbus Christmas lights displays, and a Google map to find them!
Columbus LOVES Christmas lights! From free but amazing neighborhood displays, to immersive paid Christmas lights … [Read More...]

Restaurants open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
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Holiday gift card bonus offers: something for them, and a bonus for you!
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Time is running out for holiday shopping, and you can cross off some of your holiday shopping list with gift card … [Read More...]

Your 2025 Guide to Christmas and Holiday Events in Columbus
By Val
There are so many events to enjoy the Christmas and Holiday season in Columbus, including family activities, date ideas, … [Read More...]

Polar Express, Santa Trains, and Christmas Train Rides in Ohio
The year has flown by, and it's time to get serious about planning for the holidays! Many Holiday, Polar Express, and … [Read More...]

Comfort Dental: Free dental care on Care Day
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Here's a reason to smile: Comfort Dental is once again providing FREE dental services for those in need. Patients … [Read More...]

Skate Zone 71 Holiday and Winter Break Parties
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Family Fun

Discounts at Cinemark Theaters every Tuesday
If you're a movie lover on a budget, mark your calendar for Tuesdays for discounts at Cinemark Theaters. Cinemark … [Read More...]

Free Community Day and more at Franklin Park Conservatory & Botanical Gardens
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is one of the premier botanical gardens in Ohio. It's located just east … [Read More...]

Indoor and Outdoor Ice Skating in Columbus
Ice skating is a favorite wintertime activity, and there are several options for ice skating in Columbus, whether you … [Read More...]

Polar Express, Santa Trains, and Christmas Train Rides in Ohio
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Teen Night and other teen activities at Westerville Community Center
Teens ages 11-14 can start their weekend in good company at the Teen Night at Westerville Community Center. For … [Read More...]

Celebrations for Kwanzaa in Columbus
Kwanzaa is an annual celebration of African-American culture that lasts from December 26 to January 1, ending in a … [Read More...]

Butch Bando’s Holiday Fantasy of Lights
Load the family into the car and enjoy Butch Bando's Holiday Fantasy of Lights at Alum Creek State Park Campgrounds … [Read More...]

TopGolf Columbus discounts: 1/2 price M-TH, $15 weekday mornings, Late nights, and more!
Topgolf doesn't have a season! Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter are all good times to play at Topgolf Columbus. Whether … [Read More...]

Home Depot Free Kids Workshops: Build a Tow Truck on Jan 3
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Kids love learning new skills, and Home Depot has been a leader in teaching kids how to build for years with Home Depot … [Read More...]
Date Night

COSI After Dark: Fun for adults only! Science Rave – Jan 8 (great gift option!)
By Val 3 Comments
COSI isn’t just for kids! COSI hosts monthly COSI After Dark, adult-only, after-hours events to let the adults have … [Read More...]

Discounts at Cinemark Theaters every Tuesday
If you're a movie lover on a budget, mark your calendar for Tuesdays for discounts at Cinemark Theaters. Cinemark … [Read More...]

Early Music in Columbus Concert Series
Early Music in Columbus aims to foster love and appreciation of early music written before 1800 among all members of the … [Read More...]

Ice Skating in Dublin at the Dublin Ice Rink at Riverside Crossing Park
The City of Dublin brought back the ice rink to Riverside Crossing Park for winter fun in Dublin! The … [Read More...]

Franklin Park Conservatory Cocktails at the Conservatory
Looking for an elevated night out? Franklin Park Conservatory, just a couple of miles from Downtown Columbus, offers a … [Read More...]

Holiday Lights Tours with Trolley Pub Columbus
Looking for a fun way to go out in the city? Hop on the Trolley Pub and explore fun Columbus spots! This … [Read More...]

TopGolf Columbus discounts: 1/2 price M-TH, $15 weekday mornings, Late nights, and more!
Topgolf doesn't have a season! Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter are all good times to play at Topgolf Columbus. Whether … [Read More...]

Columbus Museum of Art Free Sundays, Holiday fun, $5 Thursdays and more
If you’re looking for a fun and creative day out in Columbus, the Columbus Museum of Art (CMA) is a top choice for all … [Read More...]

Fun Nights out in Columbus
Whether you want to have a night out with your love or some friends, a bachelor or bachelorette party group, or birthday … [Read More...]
Food and Dining in Columbus

Restaurants open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
If you’re looking to dine out over the holidays, the following restaurants are open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day … [Read More...]

Holiday gift card bonus offers: something for them, and a bonus for you!
By Val 2 Comments
Time is running out for holiday shopping, and you can cross off some of your holiday shopping list with gift card … [Read More...]

Get a fully-cooked Christmas Dinner to-go in Columbus
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Whether you can't cook, or just don't want to, you can find an amazing Christmas Dinner to-go in Columbus. It's a … [Read More...]

Free Chipotle: Unwrap Extras promotion and BOGO for Ohio State Buckeyes Students
Fans are Chipotle Mexican Grill are BIG fans, and Chipotle Rewards gives members a chance to earn discounts and … [Read More...]

Cherry Valley Hotel Breakfast with Santa, Winter Glow, Holiday dining and more
Cherry Valley Hotel & Ohio Event Center in Newark, Ohio underwent $20 million in renovations starting in 2019, and … [Read More...]

Walmart offers Holiday Meals for 10 at under $4 per person
Making a holiday meal can be expensive, and Walmart has a budget-friendly holiday meal deal. For less than $4 per … [Read More...]
Thanksgiving in Columbus

Columbus Christmas lights displays, and a Google map to find them!
Columbus LOVES Christmas lights! From free but amazing neighborhood displays, to immersive paid Christmas lights

Where to find Santa Pictures around Columbus
Santa makes his appearance all over Columbus for the holiday season, so get out your festive clothing for Santa

Community Tree Lightings and Holiday Celebrations in Columbus
Columbus is made up with so many amazing communities that have their own traditions and special events for

Affordable Thanksgiving Meal from Target is Back: Under $20 feeds 4 in 2025
Target has brought back its popular Thanksgiving meal package, this time with an extra treat for those watching their

Paramount+ Black Friday $2.99 offer through Dec 2
Need a new streaming service to get you through the winter season? Paramount+ streaming service is offering a great

Call Butterball Turkey-Talk Line for prep and cooking help
It's time for turkey! Preparing and cooking a turkey is not as easy as you'd think, especially for first-timers. If

Get 3 months of Audible for just .99 cents PLUS a $20 Audible credit
Love audio books (or want to give them a try)? Audible has a great limited time offer that is 90% off the original

Cranksgiving Columbus Food Drive powered by bikes benefits CRC Food Pantry
Help out the Clintonville-Beechwold Community Resource Center Food Pantry and those they serve by joining in for

Powell Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day
Make room for your Thanksgiving Meal by running the Powell Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving, November 27, 2025. Put your

FREE things to do Thanksgiving weekend with friends and family
Whether you have friends and family visiting for Thanksgiving Day Weekend, or you're looking for something to do to get

Order your Thanksgiving Meal To Go
Not everyone wants to or can spend hours in the kitchen cooking a Thanksgiving meal. If that describes you, consider

Restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Columbus (and to-go options)
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