Whether its your first date or you've been together for 40 years, you can have an awesome date night in Columbus on the cheap. Skip your standard go-to date and do something fun, romantic, or unique in our city with these inexpensive date ideas around Columbus. Many of these can be … [Read more...] about Date night in Columbus: Summer edition
Cheap eats
2026 Whitehall Food Truck and Fun Fest
The Whitehall Food Truck & Fun Festival is bringing the best food trucks to Whitehall on Saturday, July 25, 2026 from 11 am - 10 pm. This year’s Food Truck Fest returns to John Bishop Park, located on Etna Road between S. Hamilton and Country Club Road. There will be over 30 food … [Read more...] about 2026 Whitehall Food Truck and Fun Fest
Father’s Day freebies and discounts
Father's Day is Sunday, June 14, 2026, and many restaurants are offering discounts and freebies to help make celebrating with Dad a little easier on the wallet. We'll be adding to the list as more offers come in, so make sure to check back often. Don't forget to check out ways to celebrate … [Read more...] about Father’s Day freebies and discounts
All the good eats at 614 Restaurant Week Columbus
Plan a tasty meal out (or to-go) during Restaurant Week Columbus from July 20-25, 2026, presented by (614) Magazine and Revolution Mortgage. Over 150 of the best restaurants throughout Columbus will be offering special 3 course menus at fixed prices (usually $15-$50), as well as carry-out … [Read more...] about All the good eats at 614 Restaurant Week Columbus
Go Lunch! Free summer meals for kids
In an effort to curb food insecurity with kids in Franklin County, there are programs to provide free lunch for kids, and free produce to low income families. The Go, Lunch! Summer Food Program with Columbus Recreation and Parks' offers free, nutritionally balanced meals during the Summer months … [Read more...] about Go Lunch! Free summer meals for kids
Ronald McDonald House Food Truck Fridays, Pop Tab Donations and more
For more than three decades, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio (RMHC) has been keeping families close at the Columbus Ronald McDonald House while children receive life-saving treatment. From its beginnings as a grassroots movement established by a partnership between volunteers and … [Read more...] about Ronald McDonald House Food Truck Fridays, Pop Tab Donations and more
Monthly Pancake Breakfast at Westerville Senior Center
If you have a free morning on the first Wednesday of the month, head to Westerville Senior Center for the monthly Pancake Breakfast! Breakfast includes pancakes, sausage and eggs, coffee and orange juice and is served from 7:30 am - 10 am. It's just $5 at the door. It's cheaper than fast … [Read more...] about Monthly Pancake Breakfast at Westerville Senior Center
Birthday deals and freebies around Columbus
If you like to celebrate your birthday all week (or all month), we've gathered up a huge list of local birthday freebies and deals for free meals, beauty items, clothing discounts, and more. Celebrate your birthday with some special treats this year! Some of my favorites are Jeni's Ice … [Read more...] about Birthday deals and freebies around Columbus
Charity Happy Hours, Beers & Brats, and Wine Bar weekly at Hills Market
Hill's Market hosts fun events throughout the Summer where you can grab a good meal for a good deal. Bring your family, bring a date, bring your friends. The patio is the perfect place to hang during the Spring, Summer, and Fall nights. Hills Market Charity Happy Hours Get over hump day and … [Read more...] about Charity Happy Hours, Beers & Brats, and Wine Bar weekly at Hills Market
Breakfast, Lunch, and Taco Food Trucks at Columbus Commons
Everyone loves food trucks, and you can enjoy them weekly at the Columbus Commons this summer with Taco Tuesday, Breakfast at the Commons, AND Food Truck Food Court. Food Trucks at Columbus Commons Hungry? Head to Columbus Commons for food trucks throughout the Summer. Food Trucks are on site … [Read more...] about Breakfast, Lunch, and Taco Food Trucks at Columbus Commons
BOGO Chipotle: Wear a Soccer Jersey on June 11 after 3 pm
Celebrate soccer with BOGO Chipotle on June 11, 2026! Chipotle Matchday BOGO All fans who wear a soccer jersey to Chipotle restaurants on June 11, after 3 p.m. can receive a buy-one-get-one free entrée! The Matchday BOGO promotion is limited to five free entrée items per order. Each free item … [Read more...] about BOGO Chipotle: Wear a Soccer Jersey on June 11 after 3 pm
The Hills Market $5 Pancake Breakfast
Celebrate the weekend with the famous $5 Pancake Breakfast at The Hills Market in Worthington. Every Saturday and Sunday on the beautiful veranda starting in May, you can enjoy 2 huge pancakes (plain, chocolate chip, or blueberry), plus sausage and coffee for just $5! Enjoy a Mimosa … [Read more...] about The Hills Market $5 Pancake Breakfast
Friday Night Wine Tastings at Charmy’s Market Downtown
Charmy's Market opened in Spring 2025 at 95 N. Grant Ave, the former location of The Hill's Market Downtown. Customers can expect the same locally sourced, fresh products, and some new and exciting offerings. The new owners are the two women behind Charmy’s Persian Taste restaurant, which … [Read more...] about Friday Night Wine Tastings at Charmy’s Market Downtown
Happy Birthday to you with free Jeni’s Ice Cream!
It's my birthday month, so it's time to share this great birthday offer again! Birthdays mean cake and ice cream, and Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream has you covered with the ice cream. They'll give you a single, standard, or trio size ice cream FREE on your birthday! That's right - any … [Read more...] about Happy Birthday to you with free Jeni’s Ice Cream!
Tax Day Doughnut deal at Krispy Kreme: Free Original Glazed Dozen with any dozen
Who loves doughnuts?! Whether you like the round doughnuts, filled doughnuts, mini doughnuts, or other types...most people will agree that Krispy Kreme doughnuts are SO GOOD. Especially when they are warm! Krispy Kreme constantly offers new flavors, products, and special deals - and we've … [Read more...] about Tax Day Doughnut deal at Krispy Kreme: Free Original Glazed Dozen with any dozen
