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
Events for Adults
Ice Skating in Dublin at the Dublin Ice Rink at Riverside Crossing Park
The City of Dublin brought back the ice rink to Riverside Crossing Park for winter fun in Dublin! The 3,200-square-foot rink is located in the lower plaza on the east side of the Dublin Link pedestrian bridge. This ice rink differs from the Ice Rink at Coffman Park, which requires freezing … [Read more...] about Ice Skating in Dublin at the Dublin Ice Rink at Riverside Crossing Park
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
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
Celebrate the Wonder of Christmas Open House at Davis-Shai House
Davis-Shai House, located in Heath, Ohio, is a cultural arts, event, & banquet center operated by the Heath Community Arts Council. The beautiful 1861 Gothic Revival home provides the perfect backdrop for a festive holiday event. Davis-Shai House Making Spirits Bright Christmas Open … [Read more...] about Celebrate the Wonder of Christmas Open House at Davis-Shai House
Paramount+ Black Friday $2.99 offer through Dec 2
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Need a new streaming service to get you through the winter season? Paramount+ streaming service is offering a great Black Friday/Cyber Monday deal through December 2, 2025. New or former subscribers can get Paramount+ for $2.99 per month for their first 2 months instead of the … [Read more...] about Paramount+ Black Friday $2.99 offer through Dec 2
Disney+ Hulu Bundle Black Friday deal: $4.99/mo for 12 months
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Watching more TV this year, or running out of shows to watch? Sign up for the Disney+ Hulu Bundle for just $4.99/mo for a year. This Black Friday deal is available through December 1, 2025. New subscribers or eligible returning subscribers are eligible for the offer. If you’ve been … [Read more...] about Disney+ Hulu Bundle Black Friday deal: $4.99/mo for 12 months
Train Lovers: Don’t miss the Great Train Show
If trains are a beloved hobby in your family, don't miss the Great Train Show at the Ohio Expo Center on January 10-11, 2026. Surprise the train lover in your family with tickets! You'll find tables of trains for sale, exhibitors from around the country, Model Train displays, and a Thomas the … [Read more...] about Train Lovers: Don’t miss the Great Train Show
Free and Cheap Winter Fun in Columbus
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
Ohio Statehouse Holiday Choir Performances
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
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
Franklinton Holiday Market in Franklinton
Finish up your holiday shopping with a weekend of the annual Franklinton Holiday Market on December 12-13, 2025. This annual holiday market is the perfect opportunity to support local artists and makers - AND get your holiday shopping and inspiration all in one. You'll find open … [Read more...] about Franklinton Holiday Market in Franklinton
Holiday fun at Buckeye Lake
Buckeye Lake, just 30 minutes east of Columbus, is the optimal city-life escape for all things lake, land + leisure. From dining or shopping, to walking, biking, and watersports, there's something at Buckeye Lake for everyone! Buckeye Lake History The destination was once the go-to hub for … [Read more...] about Holiday fun at Buckeye Lake
The Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl in Columbus
The annual Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl is back on December 13, 2025 from 1 pm - 8 pm! Get that Goodwill sweater or make your own, find those tacky holiday pants, and get ready to jingle bell ROCK! Tickets are just $15-$26 and include, Exclusive Bar Crawl LIVE Wristband. Free … [Read more...] about The Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl in Columbus
Restaurants with Igloos for outdoor dining in Columbus
One good thing came from the year we shall not mention... outdoor dining in winter with igloos in Columbus! In order to allow customers to dine outside in winter in Ohio, restaurants around Central Ohio came up with creative outdoor dining experiences. And many of these have come back year after … [Read more...] about Restaurants with Igloos for outdoor dining in Columbus
