Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food for many, so get ready to be comforted at the Columbus Mac and Cheese Festival at The Yard at Easton Town Center. Get cheesy on Friday, September 26, 2025 from 4-7:30 p.m. - and it's all for a good cause to #MacOutCancer for the … [Read more...] about Columbus Mac and Cheese Festival – buy before sell out!
Celebrate Children’s Literature at Once Upon Ohio on August 16
Step into a storybook adventure at the Once Upon Ohio event hosted by the Ohio History Connection on Saturday, August 16, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Ohio History Center. This new event celebrates the magic of children’s literature, with a spotlight on Ohio authors and illustrators. Kids are … [Read more...] about Celebrate Children’s Literature at Once Upon Ohio on August 16
2025 Columbus Jazz and Rib Fest – Cool Jazz, Hot Ribs, and free admission
The Columbus Jazz and Rib Fest is July 18-20, 2025, featuring hot ribs and cool jazz in Downtown Columbus. Columbus Jazz & Rib Fest Each summer, this festival is a highly anticipated tradition with the best of jazz and rib connoisseurs for a festival full of music and barbecue, brought to … [Read more...] about 2025 Columbus Jazz and Rib Fest – Cool Jazz, Hot Ribs, and free admission
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 ‘Gone Fishing’ event at Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops for kids
Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s are aiming to get kids interested in fishing with their FREE fishing activities for kids at the Gone Fishing event near Father's Day. June 6-8 and 13-15, 2025 from 11am-3pm 'Gone Fishing' event at Cabela's and Bass Pro Shops features catch-and-release ponds, … [Read more...] about Free ‘Gone Fishing’ event at Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops for kids
Free Pollinator Palooza at Franklin Park Conservatory
Celebrate birds, bees, butterflies and all of the creatures that make our gardens grow during Pollinator Palooza, happening Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Franklin Park Conservatory in conjunction with National Pollinator Week. Engage with various organizations that are raising awareness for … [Read more...] about Free Pollinator Palooza at Franklin Park Conservatory
Hilltop Spring Jamboree celebrates Spring and Music
The Hilltop Spring Jamboree is a free and family-friendly event on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 9 am - 2 pm. Attendees will enjoy live music all day, an instrument petting zoo, and other artmaking activities. Music and arts organizations from around the city will be on hand to share more … [Read more...] about Hilltop Spring Jamboree celebrates Spring and Music
Summer bucket list of free and cheap fun for kids in Columbus
There's so much free and cheap fun for kids around Columbus in the summertime, and we've gathered a huge Summer Bucket List for Kids in Columbus for you to explore! Whether you want to enjoy the sun or avoid it, there are plenty of indoor and outdoor options to keep busy on the … [Read more...] about Summer bucket list of free and cheap fun for kids in Columbus
Cops & Kids Day in Westerville
Let the kids meet the good guys at Cops & Kids Day at Hoff Woods Park on Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 12 - 4 pm. Kids can interact with the law enforcement community and learn about the equipment and technology that they use to keep the community safe. Cops & Kids Day There will be … [Read more...] about Cops & Kids Day in Westerville
All skill levels welcome to pedal the Tour de Buckeye Lake
Experience the beauty of Buckeye Lake on scenic routes, perfect for cyclists of all skill levels. Tour de Buckeye Lake is cycling event, focused on displaying the beauty of the Buckeye Lake region hosted by Bike Buckeye Lake on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Bike Buckeye Lake is a nonprofit … [Read more...] about All skill levels welcome to pedal the Tour de Buckeye Lake
Liberty and Lunacy: Doo Dah Parade and Block Party
The Annual Doo Dah Parade is celebrating its 42nd year in the Short North on July 4, 2025! Celebrate Liberty and Lunacy with this wacky parade in the Short North. The Line-Up begins around noon at Goodale Park heading north, with the parade at 1:00 p.m. No registration required … [Read more...] about Liberty and Lunacy: Doo Dah Parade and Block Party
The Columbus Book Festival in Discovery District
Love reading, libraries, and everything books? Add The Columbus Book Festival to your summertime Columbus festival list! Columbus Book Festival Head downtown to the Discovery District for a two-day festival for all ages on July 12-13, 2025. You'll enjoy national and local authors, exhibitors, … [Read more...] about The Columbus Book Festival in Discovery District
Red, White and Boom Fireworks and Celebration
The BOOM is Back! Red, White and Boom returns in 2025 with the biggest fireworks show in the Midwest, celebrating 40+ years! Red, White and Boom! is Thursday, July 3, 2025, at the Downtown riverfront and Arena District in Columbus, Ohio. This annual festival features music, … [Read more...] about Red, White and Boom Fireworks and Celebration
Columbus Park of Roses features 13 acres of blooms in the middle of Columbus
Created in 1953, Columbus Park of Roses in Whetstone Park is one of the largest public rose gardens in the U.S. It has grown to include over 7,500 rose specimens, as well as 100's of varieties of bulbs, herbs, perennials, shrubs and trees. I'm embarrassed to admit that I lived … [Read more...] about Columbus Park of Roses features 13 acres of blooms in the middle of Columbus
Gahanna Creekside Hops and Vines Fest
Enjoy a special night out with Creekside Hops and Vines Fest, a craft beer and wine tasting event hosted by Gahanna Parks & Recreation Foundation. The event is on Saturday, September 6, 2025 from 6:00 - 11:00 p.m. at Creekside Plaza. Creekside Hops & Vines … [Read more...] about Gahanna Creekside Hops and Vines Fest
