It's cold now, and indoor play is a great way for kids to burn off some energy. Whether you're at home with your children during the week, or you're hanging out with them on the weekends and evenings, sometimes you just need to get out of the house! There are plenty of indoor play places … [Read more...] about Over 85 Indoor Play Places and Activities for kids around Columbus
Attractions and Museums
Reduced admission with COSI Family Friday Nights
Give the kids something fun to do on a Friday Night to celebrate back to school! COSI offers reduced admission and extended hours on the last Friday of every month for Family Friday Nights! General admission for Family Friday Nights is $15 for adults and $10 for youth from 5 … [Read more...] about Reduced admission with COSI Family Friday Nights
Fun Family Getaway: Comfort Inn Splash Harbor
Looking for a fun and inexpensive family getaway close to Columbus? Enjoy indoor waterpark fun for the price of a hotel room at Comfort Inn Splash Harbor in Bellville, about an hour from Columbus. With room rates starting at less than $100 depending on the season, it's an affordable … [Read more...] about Fun Family Getaway: Comfort Inn Splash Harbor
Go stargazing at the Planetarium at Ohio State
If you're fascinated with the night sky, stars, and the rest of space out there, don't miss the free public programs at The Arne Slettebak Planetarium at Ohio State University. Operating since 1968 by the Department of Astronomy, the 63-seat 30-foot dome theater … [Read more...] about Go stargazing at the Planetarium at Ohio State
Free and Cheap Winter Fun in Columbus
There's so much to do in Columbus when the weather is nice, but the winter months seem to take forever, with a range of temps from cold to colder. There's still so much to do in the winter in Columbus, and plenty of it is free and cheap. Weekend Fun There's always plenty to do over the … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Winter Fun in Columbus
Free Admission at Columbus Zoo on President’s Day
Lots of people have off work and school on President's Day, and it's a perfect day to get free admission at Columbus Zoo. Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is offering free admission on President’s Day, Monday, February 17, 2020. The Zoo is open from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. every day during the winter … [Read more...] about Free Admission at Columbus Zoo on President’s Day
Columbus Zoo Tickets, Discounts, and Free Days
We love the Columbus Zoo and we get lots of questions about discounted Columbus Zoo & Aquarium tickets for the season and we post them when we see them. There are some discounts available year-round though, plus season passes are a great way to save money if you plan to go several times … [Read more...] about Columbus Zoo Tickets, Discounts, and Free Days
2nd Sundays at Ohio Wildlife Center
On the 2nd Sunday of each month, visit Ohio Wildlife Center to learn, explore and discover during 2nd Sundays from noon - 2 pm. The Center sits on 20 acres of woods, wetlands and meadows providing a permanent sanctuary to 59 animals ranging from coyote and fox to hawks, owls, squirrels and … [Read more...] about 2nd Sundays at Ohio Wildlife Center
Walking labyrinths in Columbus and Central Ohio
Need a little calm in your life? Visit a labyrinth for walking meditation and personal reflection. Labyrinths are a single patterned path, often circular, leading to the labyrinth's center or heart. While a labyrinth looks like a maze, there are no dead ends and no wrong turns. It's a single … [Read more...] about Walking labyrinths in Columbus and Central Ohio
COSI Discovery Nights: COSI for the Curious Adult
Want to explore COSI after hours without kids around? At COSI Discovery Nights, you get to have the run of the place as a curious adult! These 21 and over events will dive deep into your questions about science through live podcasts, maker workshops, panel discussions, planetarium shows all while … [Read more...] about COSI Discovery Nights: COSI for the Curious Adult
Black History Month events in Columbus
February is Black History Month, and there are lots of events and activities around Columbus honoring the significance and celebrating the achievements by Black Americans in U.S. history. The Ohio Statehouse will celebrate Black History Month throughout February with a special exhibition and … [Read more...] about Black History Month events in Columbus
Free Pre-K Pass at Cedar Point for kids ages 3-5
If you have preschool kids and love amusement parks, you don't want to miss this amazing deal. Sign your preschoolers up for a Free Pre-K Pass at Cedar Point for kids ages 3-5 and introduce them to all of the fun that Cedar Point and Cedar Point Shores Water Park have to … [Read more...] about Free Pre-K Pass at Cedar Point for kids ages 3-5
Discounted and Free Museum Days in Columbus
Exploring museums is the perfect blend of entertainment and education, and a great way to spend some time! Museum admission can be expensive, but some of the best museums in Columbus offer discounted or free museum days. There are even several great museums that are free all of the … [Read more...] about Discounted and Free Museum Days in Columbus
Columbus Zoo Half Price Winter Admission Discount
You may feel like hibernating in the cold weather, but winter is the perfect time save some money with the Columbus Zoo Winter Admission Discount. Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is offering 50% off admission discount from January 6 through February 29, 2020 to show their appreciation for the … [Read more...] about Columbus Zoo Half Price Winter Admission Discount
Orchids: Utopia at Franklin Park Conservatory
Escape the dreary, gray Columbus weather into the Orchids: Utopia at the Franklin Park Conservatory through March 8. Thousands of orchid blooms fill the Conservatory with displays highlighting the natural synergy between the elements—earth, air, fire and water—and botanical beauty. … [Read more...] about Orchids: Utopia at Franklin Park Conservatory
