Festival Season is here and there are fun events almost every weekend! Events and more details will be added throughout the season. If you see any missing, please leave a comment. Let me know what your favorite festival is!
Festivals in italics have not been updated for 2019 yet. I will update as the details become available
MAY Festivals in Columbus
Powell Touch-a-Truck: May 3. Kids will love climbing and exploring dozens of vehicles in Adventure Park including emergency vehicles, farm equipment, and city vehicles. FREE!
Ohio Made Spring Shoppe: May 4 Featuring up to 50 Ohio handmade vendors at Brewmasters Gate in the Brewery District. Event is free.
Green Lawn Abbey Neighborhood Yard Sale: May 4
Grove City Community Environmental Day: May 4 Dispose of unwanted items from your residence including documents, electronics and appliances as well as construction and landscape materials and tires (four per household limit). Ohio Mobile Shredding provides secure document destruction, and iRecycle collects electronic items including computers, printers, cell phones and CPUs.
Short North Gallery Hop: May 4 (first Saturday of the month)
Free Comic Book Day: May 4
Green on the Green, Worthington: May 4
Merion Village Yard Sale: May 4
Central Ohio Folk Festival: May 4-5 Enjoy free concerts, jam sessions, dance tent, and kids’ activities including the instrument petting zoo.
Spring Flea at Seventh Son Brewing: May 5.
Powell Street Market: May 5
Columbus Underground Urban Living Tour: May 5. Tickets are $10 in advance or $20 the day of.
Taste of Dine Originals: May 9 Taste specialties from more than 40 locally owned and operated restaurants, breweries, wineries and distilleries at this fundraiser for The Buckeye Ranch. Tickets are $125, so its definitely a splurge event.
Maibockfest at Germania: May 10
Chadwick Arboretum Spring Plant Sale: May 9-11. Choose from over 650 varieties of uncommon plants proven to grow well in Ohio climate and soil. Pick up some plants for your garden and for Mother’s Day!
Franklinton Fridays: May 10 (second Friday of the month)
CCAD Senior Fashion Show: May 10
Indianola Carnival: May 10
German Village GartenMarkt Plant Sale: May 10
Made LOCAL Marketplace Spring Show: May 11 at Swan Lake Event Center. Free admission.
Columbus Margarita Fest: May 11 at Columbus Commons. Tickets are $25.
Wildzfest at The Wilds: tba. Free celebration at The Wilds with Iron Man and Thor, Columbus Zoo animals, entertainment, games and attractions, tours, and more.
Columbus Oddities & Curiosities Expo: May 11 Oddities, taxidermy, wet specimens, antiques, odd jewelry, unusual art, bones, curiosities and all around creepy, strange and bizarre items. Tickets are $10, 12 and under free.
Gahanna Herb Day Festival: May 11 Plant sale, workshops, tours, and more
The Moonlight Market on Gay Street: May 11
Shepherd’s Corner Plant Sale: May 11
Free Admission to the Zoo for Mother’s Day: May 12. Moms and grandmas get in free if they have a child or grandchild with them!
ColumBEST Extravaganza: May 13. Celebrate the best restaurants, businesses, and places that YOU voted for with (614)Magazine.
Ride of Silence: May 15 Join cyclists in a short, slow and silent processional through Downtown Columbus in honor of those who have been injured or killed while cycling on public roadways. FREE.
Worthington Touch-a-Truck: May 17
National Bike to Work Day: May 17 pre-planned routes leading to City Hall for a morning celebration
Easton Food Fest: May 17-19 Food Truck Friday, Sippin’ Saturday, and Sweet Sunday
Columbus Craft Beer Week: May 17-25
The Annual Columbus Taco Fest: May 18 Tacos, Tequila, and Music at Genoa Park
Six One Pour – The Ohio Craft Beer Fest: May 18 Craft beer festival at COSI to kick off craft beer week!
North Market Apron Gala: May 18 Tickets are $75-$100 and include food, drinks, music, and more.
Village Valuables in German Village: May 18
Upper Arlington Spring Fling: May 18. Touch-a-Truck, inflatables, arts and crafts, and more
Dawes Arboretum Plant Sale: May 18
Delaware Arts Festival: May 18-19
COSI EMS & Safety Day: May 19. Included with admission to COSI
Asian Festival Dragon Boat Race: May 19 at West Bank Park. Free.
photo by Craig Hicks
Sunday Sunlight Market on Gay Street: May 19 (third or fourth Sunday of each month)
Memorial Day Parades and Ceremonies: May 23-27
Columbus Psych Fest: May 23-25
4th Fridays in Uptown Westerville: May 24 (and each 4th Friday through September)
Westerville Field of Heroes: May 24-27
Hills Market Salmon Roast: May 25. Enjoy steel drum band music and purchase a Hills Own Salmon Sandwich or vegetarian option, with a side of Hills Own Cole Slaw for $9 from 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Family Funday at the Columbus Commons: May 25 from 4-8 pm. Enjoy carousel rides, inflatables, games, arts and crafts, special visitors, characters, and more. There will be lots of free fun, with inflatables requiring a $5 wristband. Stay for a free showing of “Ralph Breaks the Internet” under the internet.
Asian Festival: May 25-26 at Franklin Park. Free admission.
Utica Sertoma Ice Cream Festival and Car and Motorcycle Show: May 25-27
Jeni’s Strawberry Jam at Land-Grant: May 26. Strawberry Jam will feature strawberry ice cream, the release of a Jeni’s and Land-Grant collaboration beer, local food, family friendly activities, and live music all day.
Green Lawn Abbey Memorial Day Open House: May 27. Tours and refreshments at this historical site; donations accepted
Bloom Township Fire Fighters Annual Memorial Day Fish Fry & Car Show: May 27.
The Memorial Tournament: May 27-June 2
Grandview Chocolate Walk: May 30. Walking tour of Grandview Heights with chocolate stops at participating businesses. $25/ticket; ticket sales will begin closer to the event.
Sommerfest at Germania: May 31
Marysville Touch-a-Truck: May 31
Newark Strawberry Festival: May 31 – June 2. Rides games, crafts, food, and entertainment provide the entire family with many exciting things to do, see, and taste. Enjoy the Strawberry Shortcakes made famous by the Newark Kiwanis Club and served with creamy Velvet Ice Cream, made locally.
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JUNE Festivals in Columbus
The Memorial Tournament: May 27-June 2
Newark Strawberry Festival: May 31 – June 2. Rides games, crafts, food, and entertainment provide the entire family with many exciting things to do, see, and taste. Enjoy the Strawberry Shortcakes made famous by the Newark Kiwanis Club and served with creamy Velvet Ice Cream, made locally.
Short North Gallery Hop: June 1 (first Saturday of the month)
Bexley Women’s Club House & Garden Tour: June 2 The tour showcases some of the most finest homes and gardens in the Bexley area and has become a destination for people from all over Ohio and beyond. Tickets are $20 presale, or $25 at the door
Nelsonville Music Festival: June 6-9
Columbus Arts Festival: June 7-9
OHIO MADE Pop-Up Shoppe Summer Kick-Off: June 8. Shop local and drink local at Land-Grant Brewing with Ohio vendors featuring handmade goods – just in time for Father’s Day, graduation parties, or for yourself!
Olde Towne East Trash to Treasures: June 8 Neighborhood yard sale
Buckeye Country Superfest: June 8
Summer Avant-Garde Art and Craft Show: June 9 at the Makoy Center. Admission $3 for ages 13+.
Origins Game Fair: June 12-16
Franklinton Fridays: June 14 (second Friday of the month)
Duck Creek Log Jam: June 14-15. Music festival in Hocking Hills featuring artists with modern take on the classic bluegrass, folk, roots rock and americana genres.
Grove City Wine and Arts Festival: June 14-15. Featuring 20 wineries, food, art and more.
Creekside Blues and Jazz Festival: June 14-16
Columbus PRIDE Festival: June 14-16
The Moonlight Market on Gay Street: June 15 (second Saturday of the month)
Zoofari at The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium: June 15
Worthington Art Festival: June 15-16
London Cobra Auto Show: June 20-22
Easton Art Affair: June 21-23
Sunday Sunlight Market on Gay Street: June 23
4th Fridays in Uptown Westerville: June 28 (and each 4th Friday through September)
Comfest: June 28-30
Grandview Hop: June 29
Haus und Garten Tour, German Village: June 29-30
4th of July Fireworks, Parades, and Celebrations Around Columbus: June 28 – July 8
Picnic with the Pops: tba
KidsLinked’s Free Columbus Children’s Festival: tba
Short North Yard Sale: June tba
Powell Festival: tba
Grandview Digfest: tba
Picnic with the Pops: tba
JULY
4th of July Fireworks, Parades, and Celebrations Around Columbus: June 28 – July 8
Red, White & Brats at Germania: July 3. Hang out before and after the fireworks, enjoying German food and heritage. A portion of the $5 admission goes to charity.
Red White & Boom: July 4. Huge 4th of July festival in downtown Columbus with an all-day festival, plus entertainment, parade, and fireworks.
Doo Dah Parade: July 4. Wild and wacky parade through the Short North (you have to see it to understand!)
City of Dublin Independence Day Celebration: July 4. Parade followed by a concert with Sheryl Crow.
Grove City Independence Day Celebration: July 4. Family activities and music, followed by fireworks
Good Guys PPG Nationals: July 6-8
AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days: July 6-8
Short North Gallery Hop: July 6 (first Saturday of the month)
Picnic with the Pops: July 7. The Music of Billy Joel and More starring Michael Cavanaugh
Merion Village Garden Tour: July 8
Upper Arlington Summer Celebration: July 12. Free outdoor family fun including inflatables and entertainment, followed by a movie in the park
Franklinton Fridays: July 12 (second Friday of the month)
North Market Ohio Wine Festival: July 13-14
Ohio Brew Week Festival: July 13-21. Huge beer festival with tons of events in Athens, Ohio
Young Writers Short Play Festival, MadLab Theatre: July 13-28
Picnic with the Pops: July 14. HANSON String Theory
Westgate’s Summer Jam: July 14. Grassroots, free arts and music festival held annually in Westgate Park.
Westerville Music and Arts Festival: July 14-15
Franklin County Fair: July 13-20. Enjoy acres of fun at the Franklin County Fair this summer! Find your favorite foods, rides and family-friendly attractions you won’t find anywhere else. Massive monster trucks, High flying pirates, Log rolling lumberjacks, Speed racing swine and much more! Tickets start at $7, but there are special discounts available through the week.
The Moonlight Market on Gay Street: July 13 (second Saturday of the month)
The Summer Tour of Historic Homes of Olde Towne East: July 15
Powell Street Market: July 15
Lancaster Festival: July 19-28. Celebration of music, the arts, and community.
Sommerfest (II): July 20
Jazz and Rib Fest: July 19-21. Three days of continuous jazz by renowned international and local musicians, barbecue pit masters, and fun activities.
Jazz and Rib Festival Columbus OhioPicnic with the Pops: July 20. Tchaikovsky Spectacular
Picnic with the Pops: July 21. TBA
Art Crawl in German Village: July 21
A Day at the Park in Marysville: July 21
WesterFlora Garden Tour: July 22. Annual tour of gardens in the Westerville community that will be bursting with color, plant collections, theme gardens, scenic views and much more.
Union County Fair: July 22-28
Sunday Sunlight Market on Gay Street: July 21
Ohio State Fair: July 25 – August 6
Taste of Powell: July 26. Enjoy tastes from 23+ Powell area restaurants, caterers and specialty food shops at the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium.
4th Fridays in Uptown Westerville: July 26 (and each 4th Friday through September)
A Taste of Worthington: July 27
Canal Winchester Blues and Ribfest: July 27-28
Picnic with the Pops: July 27 & 28. The OSU Marching Band
Picnic with the Pops: July 27 & 28. The OSU Marching Band
2X2 Hip-Hop Festival: July 28
Whitehall Food Truck & Fun Fest: July 28
Grandview Hop: July 28
Rally for the Ranch: July 28
Ganther’s Place Annual Tour: July 29
AUGUST
Pelotonia: August 3-5
Dublin Irish Festival: August 3-5
Short North Gallery Hop: August 3 (first Saturday of the month)
FamJam at the Columbus Commons: August 4; Free family fun
Lobster Roll Days, Hills Market Worthington: Saturdays in August
Deshler Corn City Festival: August 4-5
ProMusica Summer Music Series: August 9, 11, 12. Enjoy this FREE 3 concert series at Franklin Park Conservatory
FFOCOL – Film Festival of Columbus: August 9-12
All Ohio Balloon Festival: August 9-11
Franklinton Fridays: August 9 (second Friday of the month)
North Ridgeville Corn Festival: August 10-12
Summer in the 614: August 11. Musicians, family activities, games and food vendors
The Moonlight Market on Gay Street: August 10
Columbus Summer Beerfest: August 11
Superhero Day at Easton: August 11
Grove City EcoFest: August 11
Festival Latino: August 11-12
Hot Rod Hula Hop: August 11-12 Downtown local luau!
Taste the Future: August 14. Culinary event hosted by Columbus State University. Tickets are $100
Bucyrus Bratwurst Festival: August 16-18
Lexington Blueberry Festival: August 16-19
Sommerfest (III): August 17
Columbus Food Truck Festival: August 17-18
Cruise the ‘Ville Car Show: August 18. Classic cars, food trucks, a touch-a-truck display that includes the Columbus Police Helicopter fly-in, Columbus Fire Safety House and the Baby Zamboni from the Chiller.
Peach Fest at Lynd’s Fruit Farm: August 18. FREE festival with wagon rides, kids craft & games. Live music, food trucks, and more!
WAG! Festival: August 18. Fun festival for the dogs and family.
CrestFest: August 17, 2019. Street fest in Clintonville on Crestview and Tulane between East and Calumet, in South Clintonville
Cruise the Ville: August 18. Over 200 Cruisers, Local Food Truck Vendors, Touch-A-Truck, Police Helicopter, YMCA Fun Van, 9-Mile Cruise
TEA 43206: August 18
PupArt: August 18
Ganther’s Place Harvest and Jazz Festival: August 18
Fairborn Sweet Corn Festival: August 18-19
Sunday Sunlight Market on Gay Street: August 18
4th Fridays in Uptown Westerville: August 23 (and each 4th Friday through September)
Craft Brew at the Zoo: August 24
MatsuriCon: August 24-26
Urban Scrawl: August 25-26. Live creation of murals, art and more!
OHIO MADE Pop-Up Shoppe: Game Day Edition: August 24 Shop local and drink local at Land-Grant Brewing with Ohio vendors featuring handmade goods – just in time to shop for all of your tailgate needs.
Grandview Hop: August 25
Millersport Sweet Corn Festival: August 29- September 1. Festival, concerts, rides, 5k, and more
Van Wert County Fair: August 29 – September 3
Obetz Zucchinifest: August 31 – September 3
Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival: August 31 – September 2
Greek Festival: August 31 – September
The following August festivals have not been updated for 2018.
- Reynoldsburg Tomato Festival: postponed until 2019
- FMMF – Fashion Meets Music Festival:
- Ohio Proud Summer Harvest at Easton:
SEPTEMBER
Millersport Sweet Corn Festival: August 29- September 1. Festival, concerts, rides, 5k, and more
Obetz Zucchinifest: August 30 – September 2
Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival: August 31 – September 2
Short North Gallery Hop: September 7 (first Saturday of the month)
Bike the Cbus: September 1
Hot Licks Blues Fest, Granville: September 1
Canal Winchester Labor Day Festival: September 1-3
Ohio Renaissance Festival – September 1 through October 28, Saturdays, Sundays, Labor Day Monday
Hills Market (Worthington) Ohio Hog Roast: Cancelled for 2018 due to plaza renovations
Upper Arlington Labor Day Arts Festival: September 3
Greek Festival: August 31 – September 3
Fredericktown Tomato Show: September 5-8
Marion Popcorn Festival: September 6-8
Lithopolis Honeyfest: September 7-8. Indulge on all things honey, experience a real life bee beard (it’s what it sounds like…here’s a picture) and save the bees. Honey Competition & Tasting, Honey Bake-Off, Mead & Wine Tastings, Honey Beer Garden, Honeyfest Queen Pageant, Bee Beard & Beekeeping Demonstrations
Hot Times Community Festival: September 7-9
Columbus Oktoberfest: September 7-9
The Moonlight Market on Gay Street: September 14
Old Hilliardfest Art and Street Fair: September 8
FestiFair Arts and Craft Festival: September 8
Fall Avant-Garde Art and Craft Show: September 8 at the Makoy Center. Admission $3 for ages 13+.
Merion Village Festival: September 9
Powell Street Market: September 9
Slice of Columbus: September 12. Over fifteen area pizza shops will serve their most savory pies. Attendees will have the opportunity to sample pizza and vote for their favorite pie with the “People’s Choice Award.” Event includes children’s activities, craft beers and wine. Tickets are $8-$18, with family pass options available.
Easton Fashion Night: September 13. Fashionable activities, great discounts, giveaways and more
Franklinton Fridays: September 13 (second Friday of the month)
Country Living Fair: September 13-15
Scarecrow Festival: September 14-16 in Washington Courthouse featuring fun food, family activities, beer garden, rides, food, 5k, car show, and free concerts with John Michael Montgomery, Lynyrd Skynyrd Experience, and more.
Ohio Pawpaw Festival: September 14-16
Country Living Fair: September 14-16
Germania Oktoberfest: September 14-16
Backwoods Fest, Thornville: September 14-16
Scoot-A-Que: September 14-16
Old Worthington Market Day: September 15
Short North Tour of Homes: September 15-16
Preble County Pork Festival: September 15-16
Arts in the Alley, Grove City: September 15-16
Delaware County Fair: September 15-22
Sunday Sunlight Market on Gay Street: September 22
Annual Taste of Dublin: September 18
Jackson County Apple Festival: September 18-22
Ohio Lesbian Festival: September 20-23
Little Brown Jug, Delaware: September 20
Union County Covered Bridge and Bluegrass Festival: September 21-23
Oktoberfest in Powell: September 21-22
Ohio Fish and Shrimp Festival: September 21-23
Creekside Hops & Vines Fest, Gahanna: September 22
Stratford Ecological Center Fall Harvest Fair: September 22. Food, wagon rides, kids activities, live music, cider making, animals, and more. $5 per person, $15 for family of 4.
Destination Downtown Lancaster Fall Festival: September 22
Cartoon Weekend at the Columbus Zoo: September 22-23
Barnesville Pumpkin Festival: September 27-30
4th Fridays in Uptown Westerville: September 27
New Albany Classic: 2017 was the final year
Cheryl’s Cookies 2018 Fall Festival: September 29. Annual Fall Festival at our flagship store in Westerville! Fun for all ages and FREE admission for everyone!
Grandview Hop: September 29
Chalk the Block at Easton: September 29-30. Artists create 10 foot chalk drawings in the square as bands perform.
Columbus Coffee Fest: September 29-30
TWIG of Nationwide Children’s Pumpkinpalooza: September 29
Harvest Festival, Columbus Commons: September 29
Lebanon Country Applefest: September 29
Chalk the Block, Easton: September 29
Columbus International Festival: September 29-30
Welcome to Fall Festival at Glacier Ridge Metro Park: September 30 Celebrate the season with hayrides, live animals, crafts and activities. Meet at bulletin board at picnic shelter.
No update for 2018 at time of posting:
- Independents’ Day:
- Ohiolina Music Festival: No festival in 2018
OCTOBER
Columbus Mac and Cheese Festival: October 5 Samples all kinds of mac & cheese at Easton from restaurants around the city!
Liz Porter Photography Columbus Mac and Cheese
Ohio Gourd Festival (Delaware County): October 5-7
Columbus Italian Festival: October 5-7
The Fall Festival at the Farm at Walnut Creek: October 5-20 (Closed Sundays)
Old-Time Harvest Day in Grove City: October 6
Short North Gallery Hop: October 5 (first Saturday of the month)
Young’s Jersey Dairy Fall Farm Pumpkin Festival: October 6-7
Pies in the Park, Gahanna: October 7 Pizza Celebration!
Taste of Bexley: October 8
Upper Arlington Fall Fest: October 14
Franklinton Fridays: October 11 (second Friday of the month)
The Moonlight Market on Gay Street: October 12
German Village Monster Bash: October 13 Adult trick-or-treat route, dancing and drinking, costume contest and more!
Ohio Sauerkraut Festival: October 13-14
Ohio 24 Hour Horror Marathon at Drexel: October 13-14
Circleville Pumpkin Show: October 17-20
Dublin Halloween Spooktacular: October 18
Ohio Smoked Meat & BBQ Festival: October 19-20
Haunted Statehouse Tours: October 19, 20, 26, 27
Boo at the Zoo: October 19-21 and 26-28
Sunday Sunlight Market on Gay Street: October 20
TRAUMA – Halloween Fetish Party: October 25-27
Highball Halloween: October 26-27 Annual Halloween street party in the Short North with entertainment, costume contests, and more.
Highbanks Harvest Fest: October 27 Wear your favorite costume and enjoy a fall celebration. Enjoy hayrides, jump in a giant leaf pile, make Halloween crafts, play games and roast marshmallows over a campfire.
Easton Pet Parade and Fall Festival: October 21
Halloween Family Fun Day at North Market: October 28
Grove City Boo on Broadway: October 31
Festivals in italics have not been updated for 2018 yet.
- Oktoberfest in Grove City:
- Experience Columbus Days – typically Columbus Day Weekend
NOVEMBER
Short North Gallery Hop: November 2 (first Saturday of the month)
Franklinton Fridays: November 8 (second Friday of the month)
Ohio Made Holiday Shoppe: November 15 Shop local and drink local at Land-Grant Brewing with Ohio vendors featuring handmade goods – just in time to shop for holiday shopping.
Holiday Lighting Ceremony at Easton: November 16
Wildlights: November 17 through January 6
Howliday Bazaar: November 17
Christmasfair: November 17-18
Festivals in italics have not been updated for 2018 yet.
- TWIG Bazaar
- Craftin’ Outlaws Holiday Show
- Magical Day of Giving at Polaris Mall
- Gahanna Holiday Lights Parade and Celebration
- Marysville Christmas Walk and Tree Lighting
DECEMBER
Short North Gallery Hop: December 7
Upper Arlington Winter Festival & Tree Lighting Ceremony
Hollyfest Arts & Crafts Show: December 1
Winter Avant-Garde Art and Craft Show: December 1 at the Makoy Center. Admission $3 for ages 13+.
Village Lights: December 2
Ohio Statehouse Holiday Festival and Tree Lighting: December 6
Chanukkah Celebration, Easton
Lighting of the Luminaries, Ganther’s Place: December 8
Franklinton Fridays: December 13 (second Friday of the month)
First Night Columbus family-friendly New Years Eve Celebration: December 31
Past Festivals:
JANUARY 2019
Columbus Build, Remodel & Landscape Expo: January 4-6, 2019
Short North Gallery Hop: January 5, 2019 (first Saturday of the month)
Franklinton Fridays: January 11, 2019 (second Friday of the month)
Winter Jam Tour Spectacular: January 19, 2019 Christian Music’s Largest Annual Tour. $15 (donation) at the door (ages 2 and up)
Great Train Show at the Ohio Expo Center: January 19-20, 2019 There will be tables of trains for sale, exhibitors from around the country, Model Train displays, and a riding train for kids, plus door prize giveaways. Tickets $9-$10, kids 11 and under are free.
Taste of Easton: January 20, 2019 Join 25 of our dining establishments for a Taste of Easton! Sample different delicacies in the Regent Ballroom inside the Hilton at Easton! Tickets are $20 per person and include access to the event, food samples, and two drink tickets.
(614) Magazine Restaurant Week Columbus: January 21-26, 2019 Over 100 restaurants offering 3 course prix fixes menus from $15-$40.
Buckeye Lake Winterfest: January 26, 2019 See Benny the Bass predict when spring will arrive, watch fireworks, and enjoy specials at businesses around the Lake.
Columbus Donut Fest: January 27, 2019 Tickets are $5-$6. SOLD OUT!
FEBRUARY 2019
Black History Month events in Columbus: Throughout February
Columbus Blue Jackets Winter Park Ice Rink: February tba
The Chilly Open at the Columbus Zoo: February 2, 2019. A ticket to the Chilly Open allows you to sample food and spirited beverages from over 30 local restaurants, listen to music from the Debits, participate in raffles and a silent auction, and visit all Zoo and Aquarium exhibits for $45.
Short North Gallery Hop: February 2, 2019 (first Saturday of the month)
Sweet Treats Dessert Festival: February 3, 2019
Columbus Winter Beerfest: Friday, February 8 and Saturday, February 9, 2019. This delicious and boozy event will have over 350 craft beers available for sampling, and live music. Regular admission for the tasting is $45-$55.
AAA Great Vacations Travel Expo: February 8-10, 2019. Get ideas for your next big vacation by talking to travel experts and checking out vacation packages. Tickets $8; free 16 and under.
Franklinton Fridays: February 8, 2019 (second Friday of the month)
Valentine’s Day in Columbus: February 14, 2019 We’ve gathered tons of fun events and ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Columbus
KidsLinked Worthington KidsFest: February 15, 2019
The Annual International Irish Triathlon at the Shamrock Club: February 16, 2019
Maple Syrup Tours and Events: February 16-March 9
Cheryl’s Cookies Annual Bake Sale: February 16 Learn about the process and taste the results with maple syrup events around town, including tours to see the tapped trees in action, pancake breakfasts with fresh syrup, and more.
The Dispatch Home and Garden Show: February 16-24, 2019
National Margarita Day: February 22, 2019
Best New Restaurants with Columbus Monthly: February 27
Other February Festivals
Saturday, February 2, 2019
Friday, February 8, 2019
Monday, February 11, 2019
Saturday, February 16, 2019
Monday, February 18, 2019
Thursday, February 21, 2019
Friday, February 22, 2019
Saturday, February 23, 2019
Sunday, February 24, 2019
March Festivals in Columbus
Arnold Sports Festival: February 28 – March 3 Drawing more than 22,000 athletes annually who compete in more than 80 sports & events, including 16 Olympic sports, along with over 1,000 booths at the Fitness Expo, this event is every fitness enthusiasts “must-attend” event. Tickets start at $20.
Short North Gallery Hop: March 2 (first Saturday of the month)
Spring Avant-Garde Arts & Craft Show: March 2 at Makoy Event Center. Admission $3 for ages 13 and up.
Franklinton Fridays: March 8 (second Friday of the month)
Columbus Parent Camp & Activities Expo at the Columbus Zoo: March 9
North Market Mix and Shake Cocktail Event: March 9
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Columbus: March 16-17
Columbus International Auto Show: March 14-17. Admission is $6-$12; ages 9 and under free
Dine Originals Week: March 18-24. Three course menus from $15-$40
Cool Season Crop Sale at Chadwick Arboretum: March 21
Grove City Lions Club Spring Craft Beer Fest: March 23
Craftin’ Outlaws Spring Fling: March 31. Free admission includes all-day admission to Columbus Museum of Art
Other March Festivals
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Sunday, March 3, 2019
Friday, March 8, 2019
Saturday, March 9, 2019
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Saturday, March 16, 2019
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Friday, March 22, 2019
Saturday, March 23, 2019
Sunday, March 24, 2019
April Festivals in Columbus
Over 100 Easter Events with Easter egg hunts, and photos with the Easter Bunny to be updated in February
A Taste of Clintonville: April 4 Enjoy samples from almost 25 Clintonville restaurants while listening to live music.
Sprout Swap Cloth Diaper and Baby Carrier Consignment Sale: April 5-6
Columbus Home Improvement Show: April 5-7 at Ohio Expo Center
Big Book Sale at Columbus Main Library: April 5-7
MakerX The Columbus Maker Expo: April 6 MakerX is a festival of creating with technology at Ohio Expo Center. All ages can check out robots, drones, digital art and music, game and VR developers, cosplay, digital crafting and more. Tickets are $5 for ages 5 and over
CCAD Art Fair: April 6 A juried selection of Columbus College of Art & Design’s top alumni and students sell their wares at this must-see event. Proceeds from the art go directly to the artists.
Short North Gallery Hop: April 6 (first Saturday of the month)
Franklinton Fridays: April 12 (second Friday of the month)
Ohio State Football Spring Game: April 13 Tickets will be on sale soon.
The Moonlight Market on Gay Street: April 13
Blast! The Big Science Bash at COSI: April 13. Fundraiser for COSI featuring more than 20 of Columbus’ favorite local restaurants, open bar, and more.
Eggs, Paw and Claws at the Columbus Zoo: April 19-20
Earth Day Celebration at Genoa Park: April 20 Free for everyone!
Pizza and Beer Week with 614: April 22-27 Enjoy Pizza and Brews for a fraction of the cost during (614) Pizza and Beer Week presented by (614) Magazine.
4th Fridays in Uptown Westerville: April 26 (and each 4th Friday through September)
Arbor Day Celebration at Chadwick Arboretum & Learning Gardens: April 26
Ohioana Book Festival: April 27 This free event celebrates Ohio authors with events for book lovers of all ages.
PBR10K with Parker Lee Foundation: April 27 All you can drink PBR, live music, food and more at a fundraiser to benefit Central Ohio Youth Organizations.
Party for the Planet Earth Day Celebration at the Columbus Zoo: April 27
S.P.A.C.E. Small Press & Alternative Comics Expo: April 27-28 Exhibition of small press, creator owned and art comics. Free!
Arbor Day Festival at Dawes Arboretum: April 27
Taste of Granville: April 27. Taste test dishes from 20+ local restaurants, while you enjoy live music and drinks. A food truck rodeo will be outside too!
Gluten-free Food Allergy Fest: April 27-28 Learn from experts – including editors of the magazine – watch cooking demonstrations by world class chefs and of course, taste tons of awesome gluten-free foods (dairy-free and nut-free also being showcased).
Sunday Sunlight Market on Gay Street: April 28 (typically third or fourth Sunday of the month)
Other April Festivals
Wednesday, April 3, 2019
Friday, April 5, 2019
Saturday, April 6, 2019
Sunday, April 7, 2019
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