Ahoy! The Pirate Festival is coming to Buckeye Lake! Pirates, Mermaids & Steampunk fans and the public are invited for a Treasure Hunt by Land and Sea, and a family friendly Pirate Marketplace. The annual PirateFest is at Buckeye Lake on May 16-18, 2025. This 3-day family friendly festival … [Read more...] about Buckeye Lake Pirate Festival brings treasures and treasure hunters to the lake
Events for Adults
Columbus College of Art & Design CCAD Fashion Show and “Best of” Show
Columbus College of Art & Design is one of the oldest private, nonprofit art and design colleges in the United States. CCAD offers 11 BFA programs, a Master of Fine Arts, and a Master of Professional Studies in Retail Design, and they also do a fantastic job at connecting with the community … [Read more...] about Columbus College of Art & Design CCAD Fashion Show and “Best of” Show
Grove City Summer Sizzle Concert Series
The Summer Sizzle Concert Series in Grove City kicks off May 23 and continues on most Fridays through September 19, 2025. These open-air concerts in the Town Center are sponsored by the Grove City Parks and Recreation Department and feature live entertainment by some of the best acts in … [Read more...] about Grove City Summer Sizzle Concert Series
50+ Best free and cheap dates in Columbus
Dating in Columbus doesn't have to be expensive. Plan a cheap date or fun with friends with these great options for free and cheap dates in Columbus. These dates may be cheap, but the quality is high and you'll get bonus points for being creative and exploring the city. Want us to … [Read more...] about 50+ Best free and cheap dates in Columbus
Summer Wine Festival in Downtown Columbus
The Columbus Summer Wine Festival is on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at McFerson Commons Park (Arena District) in downtown Columbus. It's a perfect event if you love wine, wine spritzers, and hard seltzers. With a variety to sample, festival-goers are sure to find something they love. In … [Read more...] about Summer Wine Festival in Downtown Columbus
Columbus Goodguys 27th Summit Racing Nationals presented by PPG
The Annual Goodguys PPG Nationals is pulling into the Ohio Expo Center from July 11-13, 2025, beginning at 8 a.m. each day. Check out more than 6,000, 1999 & earlier hot rods, customs, classic, muscle cars, street machines and trucks. You don’t want to miss Goodguys AutoCross racing … [Read more...] about Columbus Goodguys 27th Summit Racing Nationals presented by PPG
Find your next Ohio adventure: Ohio Tourism Day
We cover so many fun events in Columbus on this website, but that's no reason to overlook the rest of the Buckeye State! Ohio Tourism Day is Tuesday, May 13, 2025 from 11 am - 2 pm at the West Plaza at the Ohio Statehouse. This is the perfect place to experience Ohio's diverse … [Read more...] about Find your next Ohio adventure: Ohio Tourism Day
Merion Village Community Yard Sale
The Merion Village Community Yard Sale is held each year on the first Saturdays in May and October. The map of all of the registered sales will be published on this page one week prior. Merion Village Community Yard Sale Details The spring sale is Saturday, May 3, 2025 The Fall sale … [Read more...] about Merion Village Community Yard Sale
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Columbus with food and drink specials
Cinco de Mayo celebrates the victory over France in the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862 - not Mexico’s Independence Day (Sept 16), as many think. The holiday isn't widely celebrated in Mexico, but has become quite the Americanized holiday. This year, Cinco de Mayo falls on Monday, May 5, … [Read more...] about Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Columbus with food and drink specials
Free admission and events for National Park Week
Enjoy spring at one of 400+ National Parks during National Park Week, April 19-27, 2025. You’ll enjoy free admission on April 19, 2025, so plan your trip to visit one of these great parks! Many National Parks are just a car ride away. You can plan your visit by what you want to do, or … [Read more...] about Free admission and events for National Park Week
Annual Ride of Silence Columbus with Yay Bikes
Join cyclists in a short, slow and silent processional through Columbus in honor of those who have been injured or killed while cycling on public roadways with the annual Ride of Silence on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 with YAY Bikes. Riders will be participating in cities worldwide for this … [Read more...] about Annual Ride of Silence Columbus with Yay Bikes
Free shuttle to Hocking Hills parks on weekends
Hocking Hills, located in Southeast Ohio, is a top tourist destinations and state parks in the United States. It features spectacular hiking trails and stunning natural features including deep gorges, waterfalls, caves. Parking can be limited near the trails, but the Hocking Hills Shuttle can … [Read more...] about Free shuttle to Hocking Hills parks on weekends
German Village GartenMarkt Plant Sale
The German Village Garten Club hosts their annual GartenMarkt every May just in time for Mother's Day. The sale returns as an in-person market this year, with online presale available as well! Pick up plants, flowers, and decorations for your garden, or talk to experts about how to create the … [Read more...] about German Village GartenMarkt Plant Sale
Covered Bridge Trail in Marysville and Union County, Ohio
Explore a northwestern part of Central Ohio in an fun and adventurous way this Summer - and through the rest of the year with the Covered Bridge Trail in Marysville and Union County, Ohio. Covered Bridge Trail There are 35 stops on this fun trail, including the central feature - seven … [Read more...] about Covered Bridge Trail in Marysville and Union County, Ohio
Hilliard Arts Council Summer Concert Series
Join Hilliard Arts Council for the Summer Concert Series in 2025. This Sunday evening concert series features an eclectic mix of performers and music styles. The concerts are free to the public and usually occur in front of the Hilliard Civic and Cultural Arts Center. Concerts will move to … [Read more...] about Hilliard Arts Council Summer Concert Series
