There's so much to do in Columbus when the weather is nice, but the winter months seem to take forever, with a range of temps from cold to colder. There's still so much to do in the winter in Columbus, and plenty of it is free and cheap. Weekend Fun in Columbus There's always plenty to do over … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Winter Fun in Columbus
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Classic Holiday Films at Gateway Film Center
Gateway Film Center is showing their Holiday Classics Film Series on select days through December 2025. Gateway Film Center features holiday craft brews, holiday cocktails, as well as seasonal theater candy and lots of holiday spirit. 2025 Holiday Classics Film admission Holiday Classics … [Read more...] about Classic Holiday Films at Gateway Film Center
Granville Tree Lighting and Granville Candlelight Walking Tour
Get into the holiday spirit in the quaint Village of Granville with the Granville Illumination Night and Christmas Candlelight Walking Tour. You will also see some beautifully decorated properties through the whole holiday season. Granville Illumination Night Friday, December 5, … [Read more...] about Granville Tree Lighting and Granville Candlelight Walking Tour
Winterfest at Bicentennial Park in Downtown Columbus: live music, local food/drink, and holiday cheer
Kick off the holiday season and the spirit of giving in Downtown Columbus with the annual Winterfest at Bicentennial Park on Saturday, December 6, 2025, with holiday activities from 11 am - 4 pm. The celebration features, seasonal beer from local breweries, craft cocktails, and … [Read more...] about Winterfest at Bicentennial Park in Downtown Columbus: live music, local food/drink, and holiday cheer
Holiday Lights Tours with Trolley Pub Columbus
Looking for a fun way to go out in the city? Hop on the Trolley Pub and explore fun Columbus spots! This pedal-powered portable celebration on wheels, with a certified Trolley Pub conductor steering your adventures. Bring some beverages on board to enjoy while you pedal in between your bar … [Read more...] about Holiday Lights Tours with Trolley Pub Columbus
$6 holiday movies Season’s Screenings Retro Series at Marcus Theatres
Watch your favorite holiday movies on the big screen at Marcus Theatres with the Season's Screenings Retro Series from December 5 - December 18, 2025. Holiday Movies Retro Series Schedule December 5-11, 2025 Dr. Suess' The Grinch Elf December 12-18, 2025 White Christmas It's … [Read more...] about $6 holiday movies Season’s Screenings Retro Series at Marcus Theatres
Wonderlight’s Christmas in Ohio at Hartford Fairgrounds
Get ready to be WOWED! WonderLight's Christmas in Ohio returns to the Harford Fairgrounds. Just 30 minutes from Columbus, you'll find a drive-through Christmas lights display featuring over 1 million LED lights. WonderLight's Christmas in Ohio is aglow at Hartford Fairgrounds from … [Read more...] about Wonderlight’s Christmas in Ohio at Hartford Fairgrounds
Bar Crawl in Columbus: 12 Bars of Christmas Crawl
It seems too early to think about Christmas, even though the stores have it in our face already. But sometimes the early bird pays less for his worm, so get your tickets for the annual 12 Bars of Christmas Crawl before prices go up. The Annual 12 Bars of Christmas Crawl is coming to town on … [Read more...] about Bar Crawl in Columbus: 12 Bars of Christmas Crawl
The Savannah Bananas bring Banana Ball to Ohio in 2026 (and how to get tickets!)
The Savannah Bananas are bringing their Banana Ball World Tour back to the Midwest for 2026 — and while Columbus isn’t on the lineup (yet!), fans don’t have to travel far to catch the fun. The Savannah Bananas are a touring baseball entertainment group known for their twist on traditional … [Read more...] about The Savannah Bananas bring Banana Ball to Ohio in 2026 (and how to get tickets!)
Wexner Center for the Arts: Galleries, 1st Thursdays, and more
Wexner Center for the Arts, located on campus at Ohio State, is a multidisciplinary research laboratory for the arts with programming featuring performing arts, exhibitions, and media arts. The Wexner Center is a great place to get lost inside for a few hours by yourself, with friends, or with … [Read more...] about Wexner Center for the Arts: Galleries, 1st Thursdays, and more
Shadowbox Live Holiday Shows make a great seasonal night out!
Shadowbox Live has been entertaining Columbus since 1988 as the largest resident ensemble theater company in America. Their original sketch comedy rock-n-roll shows are ALWAYS entertaining, usually slightly raunchy, and are a great option for dates, friend outings, and more! Think SNL, but … [Read more...] about Shadowbox Live Holiday Shows make a great seasonal night out!
Merry Tacky Christmas at Brew Dog Short North
Tis the season to be tacky with BrewDog Short North! BrewDog Short North is in the full spirit of the holiday season with its over-the-top decorated Tacky Christmas bar! BrewDog Short North Tacky Christmas Bring your crew to BrewDog Short North for a holiday wonderland. Feel … [Read more...] about Merry Tacky Christmas at Brew Dog Short North
Follow the luminaries for Village Lights in Historic German Village
The historic streets of German Village will be lit up with Christmas spirit and holiday magic for Village Lights on Sunday, December 7, 2025 from 5-8 p.m. Village Lights Attractions Luminaria line the streets to lead you from shop to shop for Christmas shopping and other fun … [Read more...] about Follow the luminaries for Village Lights in Historic German Village
Cheap and Free things to do in October in Columbus
Fall in Columbus is the best, and October is my favorite! There are so many things going on in October in Columbus, so make sure you mark your calendars. It's a great time to get out and enjoy the fall weather before the cold hits! We’ve highlighting some of the best events and … [Read more...] about Cheap and Free things to do in October in Columbus
Brewed! Coffee Beer Tasting Party at Understory
If you love coffee and you love beer, you might love coffee-infused beer! Find out at Brewed! Coffee Beer Tasting Party, hosted by the Columbus Coffee Festival, Columbus Underground, and Wolf's Ridge Brewing. The celebration features the best local flavors of coffee-infused … [Read more...] about Brewed! Coffee Beer Tasting Party at Understory
