Get into the holiday spirit with FREE lunchtime holiday choir performances on weekdays by Ohio musical groups in the Museum Gallery at the Ohio Statehouse. The concerts are open to the public and will begin at noon on select weekdays, from December 8-19, 2025. Bring your lunch, … [Read more...] about Ohio Statehouse Holiday Choir Performances
Events for Adults
25+ New Year’s Eve Parties in Columbus 2025/2026
Looking to go out for New Year's Eve in Columbus for 2025/2026? We've compiled a list options to party the night away until the ball drop (and beyond). In the spirit of "cheap", there are free, under $15, and under $30 per person options. We also include a few splurge events, because many of … [Read more...] about 25+ New Year’s Eve Parties in Columbus 2025/2026
Annual Hocking Hills Winter Hike: Old Mans Cave to Ash Cave
January seems to be the time of year everyone commits to fitness. Start it off right and brave the cold this winter by taking part in Hocking Hills Annual Winter Hike on Saturday, January 17, 2026. Annual Hocking Hills Winter Hike Join the Annual Hocking Hills Winter Hike to view the … [Read more...] about Annual Hocking Hills Winter Hike: Old Mans Cave to Ash Cave
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
$15 Admission to Winter Jam Tour 2026
Enjoy an inexpensive concert with the Winter Jam Tour 2026 on January 24, 2026 at 5 p.m. at the Schottenstein Center at The Ohio State University. Christian Music's Largest Annual Tour only costs $15 (donation) at the door (ages 3 and up) with no advance tickets required. Seating is … [Read more...] about $15 Admission to Winter Jam Tour 2026
Free Fitness around Columbus during the Winter
Want to get in shape for warmer weather? Working out can be expensive if you join a gym, but there are plenty of cheap or free fitness opportunities around Columbus throughout the winter! Don't slack off just because it's not January 1st! It's never too early or late to start! Check out these … [Read more...] about Free Fitness around Columbus during the Winter
IKEA Columbus: Monthly craft night and Holiday fun in December
IKEA Columbus holds a variety of activities and workshops through the year. Registration may be required for some, and most require you join the IKEA FAMILY member program - it's free! IKEA Family You must be an IKEA Family member to qualify for the sale, but it's quick and easy (and free) to … [Read more...] about IKEA Columbus: Monthly craft night and Holiday fun in December
Holiday season at Dublin Bridge Park
There's always fun going on at Dublin Bridge Park. From amazing restaurants, bars, retails, Dublin Link, walking and bike paths, Bridge Park is the place to be for some fun. Stop by the North Market for dining, shopping, or a drink, and play with family and friends at 16 Bit or Pins Mechanical. … [Read more...] about Holiday season at Dublin Bridge Park
Cherry Valley Hotel Breakfast with Santa, Winter Glow, Holiday dining and more
Cherry Valley Hotel & Ohio Event Center in Newark, Ohio underwent $20 million in renovations starting in 2019, and offers plenty of reason to visit. Located just outside of Granville, Ohio, it offers fully renovated and beautiful guest rooms, event and convention space, excellent dining and … [Read more...] about Cherry Valley Hotel Breakfast with Santa, Winter Glow, Holiday dining and more
OSU Chadwick Arboretum Winter Solstice Labyrinth Walk
The OSU Chadwick Arboretum & Learning Gardens celebrates midwinter with the Winter Solstice Labyrinth Walk. Start your solstice celebration with a tour of the Chadwick Arboretum Conifer Collection before joining the annual Winter Solstice Labyrinth Walk! Enjoy an open fire, … [Read more...] about OSU Chadwick Arboretum Winter Solstice Labyrinth Walk
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
Fun activities to celebrate Christmas for adults in Columbus
A lot of Christmas fun revolves around children - but there are a lot of fun activities celebrating Christmas for adults too! Don't have kids, have a sitter, or are your kids grown? There are plenty of Christmas activities around Columbus that don't revolve around kids! Some fun … [Read more...] about Fun activities to celebrate Christmas for adults in Columbus
‘Museums for All’ makes Columbus attractions accessible to all
Some of the best museums and cultural centers have collaborated to become more accessible and affordable for all. Columbus Museum of Art, COSI, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, National Veterans Memorial and Museum, Ohio History Center and Ohio Village, and the Wexner Center for … [Read more...] about ‘Museums for All’ makes Columbus attractions accessible to all
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
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
