Stroll through Westerville's historic district, enjoying the shops and businesses while you collect cookies on the Uptown Cookie Walk on Saturday, March 7, 2026 from 12-4 pm. Tickets would make a great inexpensive gift for Valentine's Day, and a fun activity to look forward … [Read more...] about Get your tickets for the Westerville Uptown Cookie Walk
Oscar Movie Week at Cinemark Polaris 18
Oscar season is here, and you can catch all of the Best Picture Nominees over a period of one week at select Cinemark Theatres for Oscar Movie Week from March 9-15, 2026. Locally, Cinemark Polaris 18 and XD will be hosting Oscar Movie Week. See the Best Picture nominees with a digital … [Read more...] about Oscar Movie Week at Cinemark Polaris 18
Celestial events and places to see the stars at planetariums and observatories
Sometimes it's nice to take your gaze from your glowing screen to the glowing night sky instead. There are celestial events, full moons, meteor showers, and other wonders of astronomy to enjoy. Whether you're serious about astronomy or just love gazing up at the stars and the moon, there's no … [Read more...] about Celestial events and places to see the stars at planetariums and observatories
Special Valentine’s package and President’s Day deal at Scene75 Indoor Entertainment Center
Scene75 is a 200,000+ square foot indoor theme park in Dublin. It’s the largest indoor entertainment center in the country, and was voted Top Entertainment Center in the World by the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions. With 16 attractions including indoor … [Read more...] about Special Valentine’s package and President’s Day deal at Scene75 Indoor Entertainment Center
PBR 10k for Parker Lee Foundation
PBR lovers, get ready for the PBR 10k on Saturday, February 28, 2026 from 1 p.m. - 7 p.m. at Skully's Music Diner (1151 N. High St., Columbus). There's no running involved - 10K stands for 10,000 Pabst Blue Ribbon beers with hundreds of new friends. What started 'way back when' in a … [Read more...] about PBR 10k for Parker Lee Foundation
2026 Eggs, Paws and Claws at the Columbus Zoo
To celebrate the spring season and Easter, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium hosts their annual Spring celebration Eggs, Paws and Claws on April 3-4, 2026, from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Fun Eggs, Paws and Claws activities Get ready for Easter with Eggbert's Rolling Shell-A-Bration, and more … [Read more...] about 2026 Eggs, Paws and Claws at the Columbus Zoo
Maple Sugar Season at Stratford Ecological Center
The Stratford Ecological Center in Delaware celebrates Maple Sugar Season with a few special events that you don't want to miss! Maple Sugar Tours February 7 and 14, 2026 from 10 am - 1 pm Discover the wonder of this local Ohio natural food. Your small group will learn how to tap a … [Read more...] about Maple Sugar Season at Stratford Ecological Center
Awards Show Watch Parties and Events in Columbus
Awards shows are equivalent to the Super Bowl for many; with parties and events to enjoy the pre-shows, entertainment, and main events. No matter your favorite awards shows, there are events around the Columbus to celebrate the best of the year in each category - whether you agree or … [Read more...] about Awards Show Watch Parties and Events in Columbus
Where to Buy Girl Scout Cookies in Columbus (order now!)
It’s that time of year again—Girl Scout Cookie season going on through March! Whether you’re craving Thin Mints, Samoas, or Tagalongs, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to stock up on your favorite cookies while supporting local Girl Scout troops in Columbus. Also....did you know that … [Read more...] about Where to Buy Girl Scout Cookies in Columbus (order now!)
Free books for kids with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio
The Ohio Governor’s Imagination Library is working to improve early childhood literacy across Ohio by joining forces with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to provide books to babies and young children in Ohio. They are providing books to children each month starting at birth. They hope that … [Read more...] about Free books for kids with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio
Valentine’s Day dining deals, heart-shaped pizza, and more
Valentine's Day is a big day for restaurants - and the weekend before is too! Since you have so many options, restaurants offer discounts or other incentives to get you to dine with them. And sometimes you just want a heart-shaped pizza to celebrate! See our list of Valentine's Day dining deals … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day dining deals, heart-shaped pizza, and more
Find a Friday Fish Fry for Lent in Columbus, plus other dining options
Beginning on Ash Wednesday, Lent is a season of reflection and preparation before the celebrations of Easter. By observing the 40 days of Lent, Christians replicate Jesus Christ's sacrifice and withdrawal into the desert for 40 days. Lent is marked by fasting, both from food and … [Read more...] about Find a Friday Fish Fry for Lent in Columbus, plus other dining options
QDOBA Mexican Eats BOGO Free entrée for Valentine’s Day
QDOBA Mexican Eats has been a Valentine's Day staple for years, due to their generous V-day specials. Take your love, a friend, your mom, your child, or anyone out for a Valentine's Day meal, and you'll love the big savings! Be My BOGO: QDOBA Valentine Rewards Member Exclusive FREE … [Read more...] about QDOBA Mexican Eats BOGO Free entrée for Valentine’s Day
Children’s Advocacy Project: CAP4Kids Community Resources
CAP4Kids (Children’s Advocacy Project for Kids) Columbus is a website that has made it easy to quickly connect kids and families to 1,000+ resources around the community. Their mission is to help bridge the gap between local social service agencies and the families that need their … [Read more...] about Children’s Advocacy Project: CAP4Kids Community Resources
2026 Mardi Gras in Columbus: King Cakes and Fat Tuesday meals
While Columbus isn't "known" for Mardi Gras celebrations, that doesn't mean YOU can't celebrate in your own way! The celebration of Mardi Gras Fat Tuesday marks the end of the Carnival season and the last night of excess before the Lenten season. Originally adopted from French immigrants, … [Read more...] about 2026 Mardi Gras in Columbus: King Cakes and Fat Tuesday meals
