Stay up-to-date with which splash pads are open in Columbus! There are 15 splash pads and water play areas in the city, but many have not announced reopening plans. Splash pads that are staffed and can control the amount of kids using it at once may be able to reopen earlier. … [Read more...] about List of Free Splash Pads in Columbus for 2020
Free Sundays and other discounts at Columbus Museum of Art
Columbus Museum of Art is a gem to explore in Columbus, and they have reopened with precautions in place. Enjoy FREE Sundays and other discounts at Columbus Museum of Art, including $5 Thursday evenings, Blue Star Museum discounts, and more. Take a Sunday to appreciate art at Columbus Museum … [Read more...] about Free Sundays and other discounts at Columbus Museum of Art
Drive in Theaters in Ohio, including Columbus and Central Ohio
We love the vintage feel of a drive in movie experience. I went to the drive-in with my family many times growing up - piled in our station wagon. Last year, we took our young children to Skyview Drive-in Lancaster and they loved the experience (even if they didn't make it to the second movie). … [Read more...] about Drive in Theaters in Ohio, including Columbus and Central Ohio
(Updated movies) Easton Drive-in Movies Sunset Series
Looking for a safe and fun way to enjoy a movie this summer? Go old school with a drive-in movie at Easton Drive-In Movies Sunset Series. The drive-in will be open Tuesday - Saturday this summer. The movie’s audio will be played through radio transmission that can be used from the parking … [Read more...] about (Updated movies) Easton Drive-in Movies Sunset Series
Walking labyrinths in Columbus and Central Ohio
Need a little calm in your life? Visit a labyrinth for walking meditation and personal reflection. Labyrinths are a single patterned path, often circular, leading to the labyrinth's center or heart. While a labyrinth looks like a maze, there are no dead ends and no wrong turns. It's a single … [Read more...] about Walking labyrinths in Columbus and Central Ohio
Need a mask? DIY face masks, free masks, and masks for sale
Current recommendations are that everyone wear a face mask in public until further notice. Some businesses are requiring that masks be worn by customers and employees, while other places strongly encourage them. It's important to use clean masks, so if you are using disposable options, you should … [Read more...] about Need a mask? DIY face masks, free masks, and masks for sale
The Memorial Tournament with no fans, and Virtual FORE! Miler
The Memorial Tournament is back in Dublin, Ohio, at the at world-renowned Muirfield Village Golf Club. The tournament has been delayed this year, but is scheduled for July 13-19, 2020. The plans have been ever-changing, but the tournament will be held without fans on site and with no pro-am for … [Read more...] about The Memorial Tournament with no fans, and Virtual FORE! Miler
Outdoor Public Pools open in Columbus for 2020
Sometimes it's just too hot to be outside without being in a pool. If you don't have a friend or family member to visit with a pool, head to one of these public pools in Columbus to cool off. Many have closed for the 2020 season, but there are still several you can visit this summer! Check out the … [Read more...] about Outdoor Public Pools open in Columbus for 2020
Where to find fair food in Columbus
The fairs are cancelled for the Summer of 2020, leaving many without access to one of the main highlights - FAIR FOOD! Whether you go for the sweet, salty, greasy or spicy fair food - or ALLLLLL of the fair food, you'll want your fix in Columbus this summer. Fair food pop-ups are, well, … [Read more...] about Where to find fair food in Columbus
Photo op: Sunflower Fields in Central Ohio for 2020
Visiting a sunflower field is a "must do" in late summer or fall, and fields are popping up all over. Grab your family or friends, and get ready to post your sunny pics on IG when you visit one of these sunflower fields around Central Ohio (or a little further). Most fields won't bloom until late … [Read more...] about Photo op: Sunflower Fields in Central Ohio for 2020
Safari in Ohio: Take a Wilds Tour!
Looking for something interesting to do this summer? Explore The Wilds in Cumberland, Ohio, with over 9,000 acres of open range habitat for rare and endangered species. Go on a Wilds Tour via open air safari, horseback, and more! They have plenty of adventures and even some free … [Read more...] about Safari in Ohio: Take a Wilds Tour!
Free Comic Book Summer
Free comic book day is typically this first Saturday of May. It was cancelled in 2020 - along with basically every other event. They reworked their plans, and came up with Free Comic Book Summer! Participating comic books shops across America will be giving away a free comic book to anyone who comes … [Read more...] about Free Comic Book Summer
World’s Largest Swimming Lesson and discount at Zoombezi Bay
Make sure your kids know how to swim so they can stay safe this summer! Kick start (or refresh) their swimming abilities with a giant swimming lesson at Zoombezi Bay. With summertime fun, comes sad news stories of kids drowning in pools and other bodies of water. Kids are going to … [Read more...] about World’s Largest Swimming Lesson and discount at Zoombezi Bay
The Best Accessible Playgrounds in Columbus for all abilities
Kids of ALL abilities need to play and enjoy playgrounds, so its important to have plenty of options of accessible playgrounds for kids with disabilities or special needs. Accessible and inclusive playgrounds allow kids living with disabilities to play alongside kids without disabilities, which can … [Read more...] about The Best Accessible Playgrounds in Columbus for all abilities
Updated Farmers Markets in Columbus (and the changes for 2020)
It's farmers market time in Columbus, but the season will look a little different this year. Farmers' Markets in Columbus open in most communities in mid/late spring. Farmers' Markets are the best place to buy local produce through the Ohio growing season. Buy the freshest produce (often picked that … [Read more...] about Updated Farmers Markets in Columbus (and the changes for 2020)
