Get outside and enjoy nature with a paddle on the water this summer! Don't know where to go? We've gathered a list of the best places for canoeing and kayaking in Columbus, along with places to rent your boats or stand up paddle boards. Explore the waterways and the banks of the rivers and … [Read more...] about Best Places for Canoeing and Kayaking in Columbus
Balletmet discounted tickets for REMI REMI REMI, Peter Pan, La Boheme, and more
Attending a BalletMet performance in Columbus is a must-do. The talent, athleticism, storytelling, and music is something that anyone will appreciate. Balletmet 2025/2026 season The 48th Season is full of new works and beloved classics and is the first programed by new Artistic Director … [Read more...] about Balletmet discounted tickets for REMI REMI REMI, Peter Pan, La Boheme, and more
Bluegrass Ramble at the Barn
Love bluegrass? Get tickets for Bluegrass Ramble at the Barn on August 17, 2025 from 1 pm - 7 pm. This benefit concert supports The Bluegrass Ramble radio program. The concert features the best acts in bluegrass today, including Fast Track, Authentic Unlimited, and Rhonda Vincent & … [Read more...] about Bluegrass Ramble at the Barn
Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum exhibitions
The Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum is located on The Ohio State University campus, and is a must-see for comic and cartoon lovers. The library and museum holds the world’s largest collection of materials related to comics and cartoons, including original art, books, magazines, … [Read more...] about Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum exhibitions
2025 National Ice Cream Day deals in Columbus
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National Ice Cream Day is Sunday, July 20, 2025, and you can find deals and freebies all over the city! Click on the link for details. We won't tell if you enjoy more than one of these offers (or 3!) on Sunday - just watch out for brain freeze! If you haven't already, you … [Read more...] about 2025 National Ice Cream Day deals in Columbus
Best places for Creeking in Columbus
When it's warm in Ohio, we look for outdoor activities to entertain our kids! Want to fill a warm morning or afternoon? Go creeking in Columbus! Kids LOVE getting their feet wet, looking for bugs, crawdads, fish, and skipping stones. There are places to explore creeks all over Columbus. … [Read more...] about Best places for Creeking in Columbus
2025 Westerville Music & Arts Festival
The annual Westerville Music & Arts Festival presented by the Westerville Area Chamber of Commerce showcases beautiful art returns to Heritage Park on July 12-13, 2025. The event will feature 100+ artists, multiple musical performances, and 15 food vendors. You'll also enjoy a … [Read more...] about 2025 Westerville Music & Arts Festival
Over 15 Free Summer Reading Programs in Columbus
Summer reading programs are a great incentive to keep kids reading during the Summer months. Students who read over the summer break tend to avoid the "Summer Slide", or Summer learning loss. Students should be reading at least 10-20 minutes each day, and adults should be reading to non-readers … [Read more...] about Over 15 Free Summer Reading Programs in Columbus
Sunflowers at 22 Acres Farm
Located about 30 minutes from Columbus, 22 Acres Farm has been home to sunflower fields, wedding space, and Christmas on the Farm. Now for sale, the farm will be hosting one last chance to visit the Sunflower Field. Sunflower Fields at 22 Acres Farm Located about 30 minutes from Columbus, … [Read more...] about Sunflowers at 22 Acres Farm
Go Lunch! Free summer meals for kids
In an effort to curb food insecurity with kids in Franklin County, there are programs to provide free lunch for kids, and free produce to low income families. The Go, Lunch! Summer Food Program with Columbus Recreation and Parks' offers free, nutritionally balanced meals during the Summer months … [Read more...] about Go Lunch! Free summer meals for kids
Pizza Hut Book-IT: Combining Pizza and Reading Fun!
Who remembers the Pizza Hut Book-IT program from our childhood? Did you have the Book-IT pin and the gold star stickers that earned a personal pan pizza? Now families can participate in an undated version of Pizza Hut Book-IT with the summer reading program. The Pizza Hut Book-IT … [Read more...] about Pizza Hut Book-IT: Combining Pizza and Reading Fun!
Summer Reading Challenge at Columbus Metropolitan Library
Public libraries are a huge resource for free and cheap events and resources in any city, but the Columbus Metropolitan Library wants to reward everyone just for reading this summer. The Summer Reading Challenge runs from May 31 though July 31, 2025 to encourage people of all ages to read, … [Read more...] about Summer Reading Challenge at Columbus Metropolitan Library
Free book: Barnes and Noble Summer Reading Program
Barnes and Noble wants to reward your kids for summer reading with a FREE book for completing the Barnes and Noble Summer Reading Program. Summer Reading Program at Barnes and Noble Download and print a Reading Journal from the website for each child in grades 1-6. Kids are encouraged to … [Read more...] about Free book: Barnes and Noble Summer Reading Program
Dog-Friendly and Full of Fun: 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 Dog-Friendly and Full of Fun: BrewDog DogTap Columbus is the Ultimate Hangout Spot
Free or Cheap Summer Movies for Families
Enjoy free or cheap family-friendly summer movies almost every day of the week at various movie theaters across town. Beat the summer heat, escape the rain, or just quiet the "I'm bored" summer whining with a movie. Click on the links below for more details and film schedule for each … [Read more...] about Free or Cheap Summer Movies for Families
