Head southeast of Columbus to check out the breweries from just outside of Columbus, through Lancaster to Hocking Hills with The Route 33 Brew Trail! It's the perfect time to take a drive and check out the great craft beer they have to offer. Pick up a trail guide at the … [Read more...] about Explore The Route 33 Brew Trail throughout Fairfield County
Discover the Enchanting Topiary Park in the Discovery District
Located in the heart of the Discovery District Topiary Garden Park is a 9+ acre public park that is home to a sculpted evergreen garden depicting Georges Seurat’s 1887 A Sunday Afternoon on the Isle of La Grande Jatte. Topiary Park The park is filled with topiaries shaped into … [Read more...] about Discover the Enchanting Topiary Park in the Discovery District
Annual Moon Festival and Ohio Kung Fu Tai Chi Day
The Ohio Moon Festival and and Ohio Kung Fu Tai Chi Day is an annual event in Central Ohio, celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival on September 26, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Dublin Riverside Crossing Park. The festival celebrates a significant cultural holiday across many Asian Cultures … [Read more...] about Annual Moon Festival and Ohio Kung Fu Tai Chi Day
From Fields to Fun with Farm Days at COSI
The farmers and tractors head into the city for Farm Days at COSI from August 12-16, 2026. Meet and greet the farmers and learn where their food comes from. Explore and climb aboard the tractors and combines and other fun equipment. Get "eggcited" about baby chickens hatching, and ask all … [Read more...] about From Fields to Fun with Farm Days at COSI
Get started with Disc Golf in Columbus at these great courses
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If you are looking for a new activity that can be done on the cheap and is a fun outdoor activity, you may want to try disc golf. The rules are very similar to regular golf, but instead of a club and balls, you use a disc (much like a frisbee). There are disc golf courses across Columbus, … [Read more...] about Get started with Disc Golf in Columbus at these great courses
Columbus Festival for Good features local social enterprises
Find the helpers in the community at the Columbus Festival for Good. Have fun. Do good. Learn about some of the Central Ohio businesses founded to create social impact in their communities. Find out how they give back and support growth and development in our neighborhoods, and how you can … [Read more...] about Columbus Festival for Good features local social enterprises
Euro Bike Nights at Grandview Yard
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
