Enjoy movies under the stars with friends and family around Columbus throughout the summer and fall. Many community-sponsored movies are returning for 2025. There are also plenty of drive-in style movies that give you the outdoor movie experience in your car. Please check individual … [Read more...] about Huge list of Outdoor movies around Columbus
Events for Families and Kids
Head outdoors for Easton Friday Night Flicks
Easton Town Center Friday Night Flicks are BACK for summer 2025! Read below for details and schedule. Bring a blanket and snacks for this outdoor movie series under the stars on Easton Town Square. Beginning at 6PM, enjoy themed treats and entertainment, then get cozy on your blanket … [Read more...] about Head outdoors for Easton Friday Night Flicks
Ohio State Fire Marshal Festival celebrates our brave firefighters (Sept 13)
Families will have a blast at the FREE Ohio State Fire Marshal Festival on Saturday, September 13, 2025 from 10 am - 3 pm in Reynoldsburg. The festival is at the Ohio State Fire Marshal's campus, and kids will learn more about firefighters and the work they do. It's a celebration of … [Read more...] about Ohio State Fire Marshal Festival celebrates our brave firefighters (Sept 13)
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
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Boo at the Zoo is merry, not scary!
Get ready for lighthearted Halloween fun without the fright during the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium's annual Boo at the Zoo celebration. This merry-not-scary, frightfully delightful event will take place the following weekends of October 2025. October 10-12, 17-19, and 24-26, 2025 Join the … [Read more...] about Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Boo at the Zoo is merry, not scary!
Explore Dublin with the Dublin Park Pass for a chance of prizes
July is National Parks and Recreation Month, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with the return of Visit Dublin’s 2025 Parks Pass in partnership with OhioHealth. The Dublin Park Pass is FREE and fully digital to encourage users explore 60+ parks throughout Dublin to discover … [Read more...] about Explore Dublin with the Dublin Park Pass for a chance of prizes
Back to school deal: $12 haircuts for students at JCP Salons
A new school year calls for new supplies, new shoes, new clothes, and new haircut. To help kids go back to school with style, JCP Salons are offering $12 haircuts, or 30% off hair styling of $30 or more to students in grades K-College. Details for back to school haircuts at JCP … [Read more...] about Back to school deal: $12 haircuts for students at JCP Salons
Run or Walk – 5k Races in Columbus for 2025
Race entry frees aren't exactly cheap, but registering for races helps people stay accountable with a healthy lifestyle and exercise routine. Being healthy IS frugal. Find races in Columbus that support causes close to your heart, or that have the best swag bag! Running in the USA already has 70+ … [Read more...] about Run or Walk – 5k Races in Columbus for 2025
Visit these Story Trails in Columbus for reading + nature fun!
Did you know that there are Story Trails and Story Walks all over Columbus? These special trails are located in parks, and feature nature-inspired stories for you to enjoy along your walk. Storybook Trails combine the love for reading, nature, and outdoor activity, and are a great way to spend … [Read more...] about Visit these Story Trails in Columbus for reading + nature fun!
COTA Zoo Bus Service and Discount for Columbus Zoo!
You don't have to fight traffic or pay for parking to enjoy the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and Zoombezi Bay! You can get a huge discount for Columbus Zoo and Zoombezi Bay! The Columbus Zoo and COTA have again partnered to provide bus service from downtown Columbus, Dublin Park & Ride, and … [Read more...] about COTA Zoo Bus Service and Discount for Columbus Zoo!
Hocking Hills Jack Pine Glass Pumpkin Festival: 1000’s of glass blown pumpkins
Hiking, fall foliage, and beautiful scenery may be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Hocking Hills, but the Hocking Hills Glass Pumpkin Festival celebrates beautiful glass-blown art in the Hills. Renowned glassblower Jack Pine’s popular Annual Glass Pumpkin Festival returns … [Read more...] about Hocking Hills Jack Pine Glass Pumpkin Festival: 1000’s of glass blown pumpkins
Charity Newsies School Clothing Program
Most kids love picking out new back-to-school clothing and shoes every summer. Can you imagine being a school-aged child and having to start school with worn out, ill-fitting clothing? The lack of proper clothing is one of the main reasons why children miss school. New clothes help improve … [Read more...] about Charity Newsies School Clothing Program
Fun things to do today in Columbus, Ohio
Looking for something to do? Check out our suggestions for fun to do in Columbus today (and in the near future). Many are FREE or CHEAP. Whether you are into music, movies, art, food, hanging out with friends, or enjoying quality family time, we’ve got you covered with free fun, cheap … [Read more...] about Fun things to do today in Columbus, Ohio
Scioto Fest 2025: A Weekend of Outdoor Fun at Scioto Audubon Metro Park – Sept 19-20
Enjoy a weekend of outdoor adventure at Scioto Fest 2025 on September 19-20, 2025 at Scioto Audubon Metro Park. This free annual event is a perfect way to welcome the fall season. Friday Evening Highlights The festivities kick off on Friday at 5 p.m. with the return of "Yappy Hour," where dog … [Read more...] about Scioto Fest 2025: A Weekend of Outdoor Fun at Scioto Audubon Metro Park – Sept 19-20
Jeni’s Ice Cream and Summer flavors
We LOVE Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream, and we love a good deal on Jeni's even more! Read below to see what special offers and new releases are coming up! New Flavors at Jeni's! Jeni’s Super Fun Times collection Taste the carefree spirit of summer break with the Super Fun Times … [Read more...] about Jeni’s Ice Cream and Summer flavors
