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
Menchie’s National Frozen Yogurt Day serves BOGO free frozen yogurt
We're fans of National "fill in the blank food" days around here, so we don't want to miss one as good as National Frozen Yogurt Day. Menchie's National Frozen Yogurt Day While it feels like it should be in warmer months, it's never too cold for Frozen Yogurt! Celebrate the day on … [Read more...] about Menchie’s National Frozen Yogurt Day serves BOGO free frozen yogurt
Cinemark Deals, Discount Days, and more
Going to the movies can be expensive, but Cinemark has special deals and movies series throughout the year so you can get your movie fill for less! National Popcorn Day Cinemark is making National Popcorn Day more budget friendly for movie lovers. On Jan. 18 and 19, the movie theater … [Read more...] about Cinemark Deals, Discount Days, and more
Whole Foods Valentine Deals: 24 Roses for $29.99
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Whole Foods Valentine’s Day offers include a big discount on roses for Prime members! Make Whole Foods Market your one-stop shop for an affordable Valentine's Day in 2026! You can even get all the deals without leaving your house if you're within the delivery area! There are lots of options … [Read more...] about Whole Foods Valentine Deals: 24 Roses for $29.99
Black History Month events in Columbus
February is Black History Month, and there are lots of events and activities honoring the significance and celebrating the achievements by Black Americans in U.S. history. 2026 Black History Month The Ohio Statehouse Black History Month The Ohio Statehouse celebrates Black History Month in … [Read more...] about Black History Month events in Columbus
Schools Out! President’s Day Weekend
This weekend is a long weekend for many with President's Day on Monday, February 16, 2026. Whether you think of it as honoring the birthdays of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, or a day in honor of all of the Presidents, everyone can agree - it's nice to have a long weekend just when it … [Read more...] about Schools Out! President’s Day Weekend
Columbus Oddities & Curiosities Expo features all things weird!
Do you have a curious mind that isn't afraid of the unexplained or unique? The Columbus Oddities and Curiosities Expo is just what you are looking for! Unique, bizarre, head-scratching, and strange may describe the things that you'll find from vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with … [Read more...] about Columbus Oddities & Curiosities Expo features all things weird!
Cartoon Crossroads Columbus Brings Top Cartoonists and Animators to Columbus
Cartoon Crossroads Columbus (CXC) is back in the city on April 15-18, 2027. The citywide festival celebrates cartoon art, comics, animation, and storytelling. Some events require tickets, but many are free! Events are held at venues including the Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum, … [Read more...] about Cartoon Crossroads Columbus Brings Top Cartoonists and Animators to Columbus
Celebrate Galentine’s Day in Columbus with your besties!
Whether you're single, or just want a reason to hang with your gal pals in February, Galentine's Day gives you the perfect excuse to plan a fun outing with your best friends. Mid-February tends to revolve around Valentine's Day and love - but there's more to life than that! Your girl gang … [Read more...] about Celebrate Galentine’s Day in Columbus with your besties!
Columbus Pet Expo and Mega Adoption Event
Animal lovers should plan to attend the Annual All-American Pet Expo along with the Annual All About Cats Expo and the Mega Pet Adoption from March 13-15, 2026 at the Ohio Expo Center. All-American Columbus Pet Expo The expo is full of animal fun with contests, entertainment, … [Read more...] about Columbus Pet Expo and Mega Adoption Event
Plan the day of your dreams at the Junto Wedding Showcase
Engaged? Hoping to be soon? Make plans for The Junto Wedding Showcase on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the ultimate event to help you plan your perfect day! Discover a curated selection of local wedding vendors ready to bring your vision to life at this stunning … [Read more...] about Plan the day of your dreams at the Junto Wedding Showcase
