Get some exercise along with holiday cheer at the Santa Race 5K and Little Reindeer Dash in Gahanna on Saturday, December 5, 2026. Festive dress is encouraged! Gahanna Santa Race 5k The Santa Race 5k begins at 9:05 a.m. on December 5th. Entry costs $25-$40 through Race Day … [Read more...] about Sign up now for Santa Race 5K and Little Reindeer Dash in Gahanna
Events for Adults
Fun fitness and girls nights with The Beauty Boost
The Beauty Boost is an organization made for women to feel healthy, beautiful, and accepted. They offer fun workouts, beauty events, health/life coaching, and a community where you can enjoy it all - sometimes all in one event! Want to attend, but don't have anyone to go with? It was … [Read more...] about Fun fitness and girls nights with The Beauty Boost
COSI After Dark: Fun for adults only! Wild, Wild, West Broad – Aug 13
COSI isn’t just for kids! COSI hosts monthly COSI After Dark, adult-only, after-hours events to let the adults have the run of the place. This event feature exhibits, concessions and cash bar, and fun! On Thursday, August 13, 2026, COSI is going back to the frontier with … [Read more...] about COSI After Dark: Fun for adults only! Wild, Wild, West Broad – Aug 13
Free admission and events for National Park Week
Enjoy summer at one of 400+ National Parks during National Park Week, August 22-30, 2026. You’ll enjoy free admission on August 25, 2026, 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, … [Read more...] about Free admission and events for National Park Week
The Bexley Main Event and Bexley Jazz in the Park
Get outside and enjoy free outdoor movies and music in Bexley this summer! The Bexley Main event features family-friendly movies under the stars at Main Street Lawn at Capital University. Bexley Jazz in the Park brings four different bands from the central Ohio region to Havenwood Park this … [Read more...] about The Bexley Main Event and Bexley Jazz in the Park
Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival at Westerville Sports Complex
Celebrate America's favorite pastime with one of the nation's largest Vintage Base Ball festivals on September 5-6, 2026 at the Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival at Westerville Sports Complex, 325 N. Cleveland Ave. See over vintage base ball teams from across the nation compete … [Read more...] about Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival at Westerville Sports Complex
Sweetest Trail in Ohio: Butler County Donut Trail
You've heard of bar crawls, wine trails, coffee crawls, and other treks for goodness, but here's one you don't want to miss. Butler County is home to the popular Donut Trail in Ohio. The Butler County Donut Trail features 10 family-owned businesses with hundreds of years of combined … [Read more...] about Sweetest Trail in Ohio: Butler County Donut Trail
Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival is back at the Zoo!
Immerse yourself in the glow of more than 60 sets of LED lantern displays at The Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival. The brilliantly lit animal scenes will glow along the paths throughout various areas of the Zoo. Explore various aspects of Asian culture with shows each evening, which may … [Read more...] about Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival is back at the Zoo!
Doggie Dives! End of the Summer Dog Swims at local public pools
The end of August and Labor Day weekend means that the pools are closing, and the dog days of summer are over. Let your pooch have one last dog day of summer! Many community pools offer dog swims at the end of the season before they drain and clean the pools. These events are open to … [Read more...] about Doggie Dives! End of the Summer Dog Swims at local public pools
Target Teacher Prep Event – 20% off classroom supplies
It's mid-summer, which means teachers are starting to get ready for the upcoming school year! Target wants to help with the Target Teacher Prep Event through Sept 12, 2026! Once again, Target is offering teachers a one time 20% off discount on select classroom supplies, including pens, … [Read more...] about Target Teacher Prep Event – 20% off classroom supplies
Lobster Roll Days at the Hills Market
You don't have to be near the beach to enjoy fresh lobster rolls this month! Don't miss Lobster Roll Days at the Hills Market in Worthington Hills on Saturdays in August from noon - 4 pm. Enjoy freshly made lobster salad on a buttered & toasted New England roll along … [Read more...] about Lobster Roll Days at the Hills Market
Free Community Day and more at Franklin Park Conservatory & Botanical Gardens
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is one of the premier botanical gardens in Ohio. It's located just east of Franklin Park approximately two miles from downtown Columbus. If you're looking for things to do in Columbus, this will always be one of our top suggestions! It's fun for … [Read more...] about Free Community Day and more at Franklin Park Conservatory & Botanical Gardens
Granville Concerts on the Green at Bryn Du Mansion
Visit Granville for Concerts on the Green throughout the Summer. Just a short drive from Columbus, make sure you come early to visit the downtown restaurants and shops! 2026 Granville Concert on the Green Enjoy FREE performances on the Back Lawn of the Bryn Du Mansion. Concerts start … [Read more...] about Granville Concerts on the Green at Bryn Du Mansion
Visit Dawes Arboretum for stunning nature and fun events
Head to Licking County to enjoy acres of nature at Dawes Arboretum in Newark, Ohio. Home to over 5300 different types of plants with more than 15,400 plants on grounds, you'll find new things to explore every time you visit. What you'll find at Dawe's Located about 30 minutes east of Columbus, … [Read more...] about Visit Dawes Arboretum for stunning nature and fun events
Annual Taste of Dublin Networking event
Enjoy the fine food of Dublin on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, from 5:30 pm – 8 pm. with The Dublin Chamber of Commerce at the Annual Taste of Dublin. This upscale event will feature delicious specialty items from the area’s top restaurants and catering businesses. Taste of Dublin is … [Read more...] about Annual Taste of Dublin Networking event
