The Ohio State Fair is back this year from July 23-August 3, 2025! Summer just isn't the same without the butter cow, concerts, midway, fair food - and the whole experience! Enjoy one of the free entertainment stages featuring live music, amazing hypnotists, impressive magicians, and … [Read more...] about Ohio State Fair 2025 with concerts, rides, and all of the fair fun!
Events for Adults
Charity Happy Hours, Beers & Brats, and Wine Bar weekly at Hills Market
Hill's Market hosts fun events throughout the Summer where you can grab a good meal for a good deal. Bring your family, bring a date, bring your friends. The patio is the perfect place to hang during the Spring, Summer, and Fall nights. Hills Market Charity Happy Hours Get over hump day and … [Read more...] about Charity Happy Hours, Beers & Brats, and Wine Bar weekly at Hills Market
Nationwide Picnic with the Pops at Columbus Commons 2025 season
Nationwide Picnic with the Pops is coming back to Columbus Commons in Summer 2025. The full schedule hasn't been released yet, but we will update as they are! Enjoy the ultimate picnic with acclaimed artists and the Columbus Symphony Orchestra this summer with The Nationwide Picnic with the Pops … [Read more...] about Nationwide Picnic with the Pops at Columbus Commons 2025 season
The Columbus Book Festival in Discovery District
Love reading, libraries, and everything books? Add The Columbus Book Festival to your summertime Columbus festival list! Columbus Book Festival Head downtown to the Discovery District for a two-day festival for all ages on July 12-13, 2025. You'll enjoy national and local authors, exhibitors, … [Read more...] about The Columbus Book Festival in Discovery District
Go on a FREE Franklin County Landfill Tour
Visiting the landfill may not have been on your to-do list, but maybe it should be! I've been told that SWACO landfill tours are REALLY cool. Visit the Franklin County Sanitary Landfill for a public tour! Learn how SWACO safely manages all these materials and the actions you can take … [Read more...] about Go on a FREE Franklin County Landfill Tour
Franklin County Fair Discounts and Activities
The Franklin County Fair will be full of entertainment from July 14-20, 2025 at the Franklin County Fairgrounds in Hilliard. Enjoy acres of fun at the Franklin County Fair this summer! Find your favorite foods, rides and family-friendly attractions you won’t find anywhere … [Read more...] about Franklin County Fair Discounts and Activities
Cheap concert tickets! Live Nation $30 Ticket to Summer
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When I starting going to concerts a certain number of decades ago, tickets were regularly $25-$30, but now tickets are double or triple that once fees are added! You'll have the chance to catch some top concerts for less by purchasing discounted concert tickets from Live Nation $30 Ticket to Summer … [Read more...] about Cheap concert tickets! Live Nation $30 Ticket to Summer
Annual German Village Haus und Garten Tour
The Annual German Village Haus und Garten Tour, a highly anticipated summertime event, is Sunday, June 29, 2025. Learn the stories of these stunning homes and gardens in the historic district. Take in all the historic architecture and modern lux of this year's featured homes. … [Read more...] about Annual German Village Haus und Garten Tour
The Hills Market $5 Pancake Breakfast
Celebrate the weekend with the famous $5 Pancake Breakfast at The Hills Market in Worthington. Every Saturday and Sunday on the beautiful veranda starting in May, you can enjoy 2 huge pancakes (plain, chocolate chip, or blueberry), plus sausage and coffee for just $5! Enjoy a Mimosa … [Read more...] about The Hills Market $5 Pancake Breakfast
Birding, Adventures, and more at Grange Insurance Audubon Center
The Grange Insurance Audubon Center offers fun events and activities for all ages to connect with nature. The Audubon Center is located in downtown Columbus within the Scioto Audubon Metro Park, but you'll feel like you are away from the city and immersed in nature along the Scioto … [Read more...] about Birding, Adventures, and more at Grange Insurance Audubon Center
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
Summer Concerts at Bicentennial Park Downtown Columbus
Columbus Recreation and Parks hosts summer concerts at Bicentennial Park on throughout the summer! Bicentennial Park Summer Concerts Food and drinks available starting at 5 pm; concerts start at 6:30 p.m. Each concert will feature a DJ, live music and food trucks. Admission is free. Bring … [Read more...] about Summer Concerts at Bicentennial Park Downtown Columbus
Visit Zoombezi Bay Waterpark; discounts, special days, and NEW ATTRACTIONS
Zoombezi Bay Waterpark is one of the top fun spots during summertime in Central Ohio! Featuring thrilling water slides, roaring rapids, lazy river, wave pool, and so much more, there's something for everyone! You'll never run out of things to do at Zoombezi Bay, and your admission include Zoo … [Read more...] about Visit Zoombezi Bay Waterpark; discounts, special days, and NEW ATTRACTIONS
Take a hike! 13 Wildflower Hikes in Columbus and Central Ohio
Springtime in Ohio may mean lots of rain, but the rain brings the wildflowers in bloom! Plan some Wildflower Hikes in Columbus and Central Ohio at these parks, trails, and nature preserves. Ohio is home to many different types of wildflowers! You'll spot bloodroot, spring … [Read more...] about Take a hike! 13 Wildflower Hikes in Columbus and Central Ohio
20 of the best Dog Parks in Columbus
Dogs need exercise and socialization to be happy and healthy, and fenced, off-leash dog parks in Columbus make it easy for dog owners to provide both for their pups. Most dog parks have trees with shade, which allow dogs to run without worrying about overheating, so dog parks are a great place … [Read more...] about 20 of the best Dog Parks in Columbus
