The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow returns to Heritage Park in Westerville! Wind your way through the enchanting trail of 1,500 carved glowing pumpkins. There are fun activities included with admission for more of a festival experience. The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow From … [Read more...] about 1000’s of carved pumpkins at The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow
Huge Amazon Labor Day Sale – see our favorite deals!
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Amazon is having a HUGE Labor Day Sale from August 26 - September 2, 2025. It's the perfect time to get those last remaining back to school/college items, updates for fall, and even early Christmas shopping! The sale covers a wide range of items, including clothing, personal care, … [Read more...] about Huge Amazon Labor Day Sale – see our favorite deals!
Johnson’s Real Ice Cream 75th Anniversary Celebration
Johnson’s Real Ice Cream is marking 75 sweet years with a community celebration at its original Bexley shop (2728 E. Main St.) on Saturday, September 6, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The anniversary event features a full day of family fun, live music, and plenty of ice cream - plus a discount at other … [Read more...] about Johnson’s Real Ice Cream 75th Anniversary Celebration
Caverns, animals, and adventure at Olentangy Caverns
Get out of the house and spend a couple of hours at Olentangy Caverns just north of Columbus. If it's your first time there, you'll wonder why you've never gone before! They opened for the season on March 21, 2025, and there's still plenty of time to visit! There's so much to do...from caverns, … [Read more...] about Caverns, animals, and adventure at Olentangy Caverns
Stratford Ecological Center Fall Harvest Fair
Celebrate the fall season on the farm with the annual Fall Harvest Fair at Stratford Ecological Center is Saturday, October 4, 2025 from 10 am - 2 pm. Kids of all ages can discover their inner farmer at this family friendly event. Climb a tractor, get your face painted, feed the … [Read more...] about Stratford Ecological Center Fall Harvest Fair
Hit the Trail! Sip your way through the Columbus Ale Trail
Calling all craft beer lovers! The craft beer scene in Columbus is insane - with so many amazing options. Want to try them all - or at least start somewhere? Follow the Columbus Ale Trail to discover the craft brews at more than 35 Central Ohio Breweries. New Volume activated! Mark off your … [Read more...] about Hit the Trail! Sip your way through the Columbus Ale Trail
Where to find Pawpaws: Ohio’s native fruit
It's the time of year to celebrate the Pawpaw! The what?! Pawpaws are Ohio's state fruit, and North America’s largest native edible fruit! It's little known fruit that is elusive, but prevalent. It has a tropical flavor, but is creamy. Pawpaws are a hidden gem that grow in Ohio's forests and … [Read more...] about Where to find Pawpaws: Ohio’s native fruit
Labor Day Family Value Weekend and Fall Fun at Young’s Jersey Dairy
Young's Jersey Dairy is a must-see attraction in Central, Ohio. It's located in Yellow Springs, Ohio, which is less than an hour west of Columbus, which makes it perfect for a day trip. They host seasonal events and activities throughout the year, and there's always plenty to explore...plus, Ice … [Read more...] about Labor Day Family Value Weekend and Fall Fun at Young’s Jersey Dairy
See TBDBITL Skull Sessions before home Ohio State football games!
Get ready for the Skull Sessions with the OSU Marching Band at Ohio State University football games! Plus, you can watch TBDBITL rehearse before the season starts! Read below for details on how you can watch The Ohio State Marching Band this year - for free! Ohio State Football Tickets can … [Read more...] about See TBDBITL Skull Sessions before home Ohio State football games!
Over 180 options for fun this weekend in Columbus
Have fun in Columbus this weekend with free and cheap events! Find plenty of things to do in Columbus! You'll also find Summer fun, date ideas, outdoor activities, and so much more! Some events may require advance registration, so check links. We’ll add more as we hear of them, and you can … [Read more...] about Over 180 options for fun this weekend in Columbus
R.L. Stine Returns Home for “Get Goosebumps in Columbus” Halloween Celebration
Columbus is going all-in on spooky season this year with the launch of "Get Goosebumps in Columbus", a citywide Halloween celebration honoring hometown horror legend R.L. Stine. The fun ties into the Aug. 5 release of Stine’s newest book, Goosebumps House of Shivers #5: The Last Sleepover, … [Read more...] about R.L. Stine Returns Home for “Get Goosebumps in Columbus” Halloween Celebration
Shadowbox Live and Free Concerts at Columbus Commons
Free concerts are in full swing at Columbus Commons this summer, so grab your dancing shoes and head to the Commons with friends for some outdoor music. Bring a blanket and/or lawn chairs, but leave the coolers at home - drinks and food are available for purchase. Columbus Commons Concert … [Read more...] about Shadowbox Live and Free Concerts at Columbus Commons
Build-a-Bear Count Your Candles Birthday Treat Bear
Build-a-Bear has a birthday treat that your kiddos will love! Bring a birthday kid into a store during their birthday month and "pay their age" for a special Birthday Treat Bear, plus special birthday fun! Read below for more tips on how to save money at Build-a-Bear and make the most of … [Read more...] about Build-a-Bear Count Your Candles Birthday Treat Bear
Animals, Wagon rides, and Fall Festival at The Farm at Walnut Creek
Looking for more animal experiences in Ohio? You'll want to put The Farm at Walnut Creek on your to-do list for this Spring, Summer, or Fall. I know we plan to go back this year! The Farm at Walnut Creek is located in Amish Country, in Sugarcreek, Ohio. You'll find over 500 animals, … [Read more...] about Animals, Wagon rides, and Fall Festival at The Farm at Walnut Creek
Free and cheap things to do for Labor Day weekend in Columbus in 2025
Labor Day weekend signals the end of Summer for many. Pools close, school is in session, and its the last long weekend of summer. If you're more of a fall person (like me), it marks the start of our glorious fall season. Either way you look at it, it's cause for celebration. Labor … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do for Labor Day weekend in Columbus in 2025
