Festival Season is here and there are over 325 Central Ohio festivals throughout the year with free and cheap options nearly every weekend within a short drive of Columbus. Get out and explore a few new festivals this year! There are still plenty of festivals in August that you don't want to … [Read more...] about The best upcoming Central Ohio Festivals
Pup Art with Friends of the Shelter
Support Friends of the Shelter and all that they do to help sick and injured dogs at the Franklin County Animal Shelter by attending the Pup Art fundraiser. On Saturday, August 18, 2018 the McConnell Arts Center in Worthington and Friends of the Shelter will host this fun show with a selection of … [Read more...] about Pup Art with Friends of the Shelter
Free kid admission at Newport Aquarium
You won't have your toes in the sand, but you'll feel like you're at the ocean at Newport Aquarium near Cincinnati. Whether you make it a long weekend in Cincinnati or head there for the day, you'll find plenty to explore for hours. Newport Aquarium is just 2 hours away and showcases … [Read more...] about Free kid admission at Newport Aquarium
$10 haircuts for kids at JCPenney Salons
New school year calls for new supplies, new shoes, new clothes, and new haircut. To help kids go back to school with style, JCPenney Salons are offering $10 haircuts to children in grades K-6. Offer ends September 15, so if your kids have already started school, you can still get another trim in … [Read more...] about $10 haircuts for kids at JCPenney Salons
Hockey Beats Down Cancer Tournament
Hockey Beats Down is a not for profit organization focused on bringing together Central Ohio's strong hockey community through a variety of fundraising endeavors benefiting various local charitable organizations. Teams can register to participate in a Charity Hockey Tournament that runs from … [Read more...] about Hockey Beats Down Cancer Tournament
Short North Sidewalk Sale and End of Summer Sale
Short North retailers all along High Street celebrating the summer season with an End of Summer Sale from August 11-19. Put your shopping shoes and hit up these great sales (grab some food and drinks while you're down there!). Short North Sidewalk Sale and End of Summer Store specials JE … [Read more...] about Short North Sidewalk Sale and End of Summer Sale
Crafternoons at OSU Urban Arts Space
OSU Urban Arts Space is hosting Crafternoons!, crafty art sessions for adults, on one Saturday per month. The next class will be on Saturday, August 18 from 1 - 2:30 p.m. where you'll learn about Chris Mercerhills’s photoquilts in the exhibit Ohio Through the Lens of a Quilt Block. Afterward, … [Read more...] about Crafternoons at OSU Urban Arts Space
Find nearly 135 free or cheap events this weekend in Columbus
Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Columbus? Here’s our list of the top free events, discounts, and deals to have fun around Central Ohio this weekend. There's so much to do this weekend, including Columbus Food Truck Festival, Columbus Duck Race, North Market Night Market, Powell … [Read more...] about Find nearly 135 free or cheap events this weekend in Columbus
Lobster Roll Days at the Hills Market
You don't have to be near the beach to enjoy fresh lobster rolls this month! Don't miss Lobster Roll Days at the Hills Market in Worthington Hills on Saturdays through August 25 from 11:30 am - 3:30 pm. Enjoy freshly made lobster salad on a buttered & toasted New England roll along with chips, … [Read more...] about Lobster Roll Days at the Hills Market
Annual Columbus Food Truck Festival
It's going to be a Food Truck Extravaganza from August 17-18 at the Annual Food Truck Festival! Over 60 Food Trucks and Carts will be taking part in the Food Truck Festival at Bicentennial Park and Scioto Mile which will also feature live music, family fun, arts and craft vendors, games and more. … [Read more...] about Annual Columbus Food Truck Festival
U-pick: Best places to pick apples and peaches in Columbus
Apple and peach season is here at orchards around Columbus! While it's early in the season for apples and only select varieties are available now, you can plan your picking for the fall! I gathered up a list of the 12 best places to pick apples in Columbus, and the 5 best orchards to pick peaches … [Read more...] about U-pick: Best places to pick apples and peaches in Columbus
Explore at New Albany Touch a Truck
If your kids love trucks, safety vehicles, and heavy equipment, you don't want to miss the New Albany Touch a Truck event! Head to the New Albany Public Service Department on Saturday, August 18 from 10 am - 12:30 pm, where kids can explore their favorite vehicles including fire engines, police … [Read more...] about Explore at New Albany Touch a Truck
Kids eat free at Steak ‘n Shake
If your family is in the mood for burgers and fries, head to Steak ‘n Shake. The kids eat free deal will fit within your family's dining budget! Kids (12 and under) eat FREE on Saturdays and Sundays at the popular family-friendly diner. For every $9 spent, one child in the party will get a … [Read more...] about Kids eat free at Steak ‘n Shake
Wag! Festival: The Biggest Dog Fest of the Summer
A true dog day of summer, dog lovers won't want to miss the annual WAG! Festival! Celebrate all things dog at the largest dog festival in the Midwest on Saturday, August 18 from 10 am - 4 pm at the Darby Bend Lakes Area of Prairie Oaks Metro Park. The free family festival features unique pet … [Read more...] about Wag! Festival: The Biggest Dog Fest of the Summer
KidsLinked’s Powell KidsFest
Don't miss the KidsLinked’s Powell KidsFest on Saturday, August 18, 2018. The free family festival will be held from 8 a.m. - noon at Powell Adventure Park and will feature events for everyone. The Columbus Youth triathlon, duathlon or foam runs will kick the day off with some active fun and start … [Read more...] about KidsLinked’s Powell KidsFest
