Euro Bike Lovers unite! On the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month from April through September, join fellow European bike enthusiasts in Grandview for Euro Bike Nights from 6 – 9 pm at Hofbrauhaus in Grandview Yard. All bikes are welcome, including motorcycles and scooters, and the event … [Read more...] about Euro Bike Nights at Grandview Yard
2026 Columbus Food Truck Festival at Franklin County Fairgrounds
The Columbus Food Truck Festival returns to the Franklin County Fairgrounds again this Summer! Over 50 food trucks and carts will take part in the festival with the return to the Franklin County Fairgrounds on August 14-15, 2026. The festival showcases delicious and unique fare from 50+ … [Read more...] about 2026 Columbus Food Truck Festival at Franklin County Fairgrounds
Free Root Beer Floats at A&W for National Root Beer Float Day – Aug 6
National Root Beer Float Day is August 6, and you don't want to miss this cool freebie from A&W Restaurants! Grab a FREE creamy Root Beer Float at A&W Restaurants on August 6, 2026 to celebrate this tasty treat! A&W Root Beer and rich, creamy vanilla soft serve — it doesn't get … [Read more...] about Free Root Beer Floats at A&W for National Root Beer Float Day – Aug 6
Freedom a la Cart Cafe and programming feeds futures of survivors in Columbus
Freedom a la Cart is a multidimensional outreach in Columbus that saves lives. From the Freedom a la Cart Café, to mentoring survivors of human trafficking, their mission to get survivors back on their feet is a social enterprise worth supporting. The central Ohio nonprofit provides support, … [Read more...] about Freedom a la Cart Cafe and programming feeds futures of survivors in Columbus
20 of the best Dog Parks in Columbus
Dogs need exercise and socialization to be happy and healthy, and fenced, off-leash dog parks in Columbus make it easy for dog owners to provide both for their pups. Most dog parks have trees with shade, which allow dogs to run without worrying about overheating, so dog parks are a great place … [Read more...] about 20 of the best Dog Parks in Columbus
Free Adventure Nights at Zoo and Zoombezi Bay with movies and more
Play all day in the sun at the Zoo or Zoombezi Bay or show up late for Adventure Nights on Friday and Saturday nights, June 26 – July 25, 2026. Zoombezi Bay Adventure Nights Friday and Saturday nights, June 26 – July 25, 2026 Adventure Nights is the Columbus Zoo and Zoombezi Bay’s debut … [Read more...] about Free Adventure Nights at Zoo and Zoombezi Bay with movies and more
ProMusica Summer Outdoor Music Series
ProMusica is back with a 3 days of outdoor music! ProMusica Summer Music Series brings three different performances to two venues this Summer. The Summer Music Series includes two programs as the orchestra returns to Franklin Park Conservatory & Botanical Gardens and performs at … [Read more...] about ProMusica Summer Outdoor Music Series
Date night in Columbus: Summer edition
Whether its your first date or you've been together for 40 years, you can have an awesome date night in Columbus on the cheap. Skip your standard go-to date and do something fun, romantic, or unique in our city with these inexpensive date ideas around Columbus. Many of these can be … [Read more...] about Date night in Columbus: Summer edition
Central Ohio Fire Museum & Learning Center
Housed in a restored 1908 firehouse, the Central Ohio Fire Museum & Learning Center is a hidden gem in downtown Columbus. It's such a fun place to take kids, and it's perfect for when you just want to spend an hour or two. Located at 260 N. 4th St., the museum is dedicated to preserving … [Read more...] about Central Ohio Fire Museum & Learning Center
Free Ice Cream for a cause: Graeter’s Cones for the Cure Campaign
There's a lot going on this time of year: back-to-school, fall fun, and....Cones for the Cure! You can enjoy FREE Graeter's ice cream AND help find a cure for cancer with Graeter's and The Cure Starts Now. The annual Cones for the Cure campaign runs from July 30-August 9, 2026 to raise … [Read more...] about Free Ice Cream for a cause: Graeter’s Cones for the Cure Campaign
Ohio Sales Tax Holiday for Tax Free Shopping
Back to school shopping is never cheap. But Ohioans can save with the Sales Tax Holiday from the Ohio Department of Taxation. It's a great weekend to shop even if you don't have kids in school! Plan ahead, because from 12 a.m. Friday, August 7 until 11:59 p.m. Sunday, August 10, 2026 you … [Read more...] about Ohio Sales Tax Holiday for Tax Free Shopping
2026 Annual Columbus Greek Festival
The Annual Columbus Greek Festival is Labor Day Weekend, Friday, September 4-7, 2026. The festival is a Central Ohio Labor Day weekend tradition which highlights Greek culture and features cathedral tours, authentic food and drink, exhibits, shops, music, dancing, and more. Enjoy your … [Read more...] about 2026 Annual Columbus Greek Festival
Great Wolf Lodge deals and discounts for Sandusky and Cincinnati, plus tips for your visit!
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Looking for a fun and quick getaway that the kids will LOVE? Columbus has not one, but two Great Wolf Lodge locations within easy driving distance! Groupon is currently offering special deals for Great Wolf Lodge in Cincinnati and Sandusky (as well as other locations around the … [Read more...] about Great Wolf Lodge deals and discounts for Sandusky and Cincinnati, plus tips for your visit!
BrewDog DogTap Columbus is the Ultimate Hangout Spot
Brewdog DogTap Columbus is a must-visit brewery in Central Ohio! It's a destination in itself! Guests enjoy a fantastic menu of food and beer, plenty of indoor and outdoor seating in a park-like setting, dog park, beer museum, games, fire pits special events and more. You can even stay at the … [Read more...] about BrewDog DogTap Columbus is the Ultimate Hangout Spot
Visit the Hartford Fair: “The Biggest Little Fair in the World”
Ohio LOVES fairs, and if you haven't visited the Hartford Fair before, put it on the calendar for this year for August 9-15, 2026. Located in Croton, just north of Johnstown, the Hartford Fair is only 30-40 minutes from much of Columbus. The first Hartford Fair was in 1858, and in all of … [Read more...] about Visit the Hartford Fair: “The Biggest Little Fair in the World”
