Cartoon Crossroads Columbus (CXC) is back for its 11th year, running September 18–21, 2025. 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 … [Read more...] about Cartoon Crossroads Columbus 2025 Brings Top Cartoonists and Animators to Columbus
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Celebrate Local Art with Scrawl in Franklinton – Sept 20-21
Scrawl returns to the renewed arts neighborhood of Franklinton on September 20-21, 2025 at 400 Square, next to 400 West Rich St. The free 2 day festival will feature local artists painting murals as you watch, local music, dance and performing arts, crafts, food vendors, beer, and … [Read more...] about Celebrate Local Art with Scrawl in Franklinton – Sept 20-21
Columbus Symphony Masterworks affordable shows
Columbus Symphony returns with a full season of performances for the 2025/2026 season. From Masterworks to Pops to Family Concerts, there's truly something for everyone with Columbus Symphony. Columbus Symphony Masterworks Season The 2026-2027 Columbus Symphony Masterworks season … [Read more...] about Columbus Symphony Masterworks affordable shows
Columbus Symphony Pops Concert: The Songs of Cole Porter
Pops concerts with Columbus Symphony are fun for all music lovers. And the series brings a few movie-themed concerts that will draw in movie and music lovers to the symphony. Pops concerts with Columbus Symphony The Pops concerts are a perfect way to introduce someone new to the … [Read more...] about Columbus Symphony Pops Concert: The Songs of Cole Porter
New Albany Symphony series and sensory-friendly symphony
The New Albany Symphony Orchestra brings live music to the community through a variety of concerts and events each season. In addition to free outdoor concerts, ticketed events, and inclusive events, they have continued to make symphony music safe and accessible to kids and adults. New … [Read more...] about New Albany Symphony series and sensory-friendly symphony
Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum exhibitions
The Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum is located on The Ohio State University campus, and is a must-see for comic and cartoon lovers. The library and museum holds the world’s largest collection of materials related to comics and cartoons, including original art, books, magazines, … [Read more...] about Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum exhibitions
See a collaborative mural being painted during Short North Summer Spray
The Short North is home to lots of murals and public art, and it gets even more colorful with the Summer Spray Mural and Exhibition Series. Each Gallery Hop weekend, starting June 7, three local artists will paint a section of the mural wall. While each artist’s piece will be unique, … [Read more...] about See a collaborative mural being painted during Short North Summer Spray
BalletMet The Nutcracker discounts and special performances
BalletMet The Nutcracker is a favorite holiday tradition in Columbus and will be performed at the historic Ohio Theatre from December 11-28, 2025. This show has been enjoyed in Columbus since 1974 and is something that you'll want to see year after year with family and … [Read more...] about BalletMet The Nutcracker discounts and special performances
Bluegrass Ramble at the Barn
Love bluegrass? Get tickets for Bluegrass Ramble at the Barn on August 17, 2025 from 1 pm - 7 pm. This benefit concert supports The Bluegrass Ramble radio program. The concert features the best acts in bluegrass today, including Fast Track, Authentic Unlimited, and Rhonda Vincent & … [Read more...] about Bluegrass Ramble at the Barn
Date night in Columbus: Summer edition
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
2025 Annual Columbus Greek Festival
The Annual Columbus Greek Festival is Labor Day Weekend, Friday, August 29 – Monday, September 1, 2025. The festival is a Central Ohio Labor Day weekend tradition which highlights Greek culture and features cathedral tours, authentic food and drink, exhibits, shops, music, dancing, and … [Read more...] about 2025 Annual Columbus Greek Festival
Riverboxes, Public Art and more with Dublin Arts Council
Dublin Arts Council engages the community, cultivates creativity and fosters life-long learning through the arts. They bring art to the community with performances, galleries, events, classes, public art, ARTcamp, and so much more. Get involved in the arts with DAC! Follow along … [Read more...] about Riverboxes, Public Art and more with Dublin Arts Council
2026 Union County Fair in Marysville
The Union County Fair takes over fairgrounds in Marysville from July 26 - August 1, 2026! Catch all of the fair food and fun with entertainment, agriculture, education, arts and crafts, and more. Union County Fair Grandstands Grandstand schedule includes Harness Racing, Demolition Derby, … [Read more...] about 2026 Union County Fair in Marysville
CBUS Soul Fest in Downtown Columbus
Bicentennial Park in Downtown Columbus celebrate Columbus’ vibrant Black culture, music, history and soul during the CBUS Soul Fest and Family Festival on August 15-16, 2025. CBUS Soul Fest at Bicentennial Park The beautiful downtown park along the Scioto Mile will be feature black … [Read more...] about CBUS Soul Fest in Downtown Columbus
Delaware County Fair, Little Brown Jug and All Horse Parade
The Delaware County Fair runs from September 19-26, 2026, and features The Little Brown Jug on September 24, 2026. The fair is always preceded by the All Horse Parade, so mark your calendar for all events! Delaware All Horse Parade But before the fair starts, don't miss the All … [Read more...] about Delaware County Fair, Little Brown Jug and All Horse Parade
