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
Events for Families and Kids
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
From Fields to Fun with Farm Days at COSI
The farmers and tractors head into the city for Farm Days at COSI from August 6-10, 2025. Meet and greet the farmers and learn where their food comes from. Explore and climb aboard the tractors and combines and other fun equipment. Get "eggcited" about baby chickens hatching, and ask all your … [Read more...] about From Fields to Fun with Farm Days at COSI
Revisit the trials of the first settlers at Frontier Spirit 1799
Experience the trials and tribulations that the first settlers in the Ohio Territory endured as they fought for and carved out a home with Frontier Spirit 1799 on September 27-28, 2025. Frontier Spirit 1799 showcases the events and lives of these settlers featuring characters from early … [Read more...] about Revisit the trials of the first settlers at Frontier Spirit 1799
Pickerington Oktoberfest and Bier Garden with Combustion Brewery
Celebrate a favorite Fall festival with Pickerington Oktoberfest on Friday, September 19 - Saturday, September 20, 2025. This outdoor event and bier garden will take place in the Combustion parking lot. The event features live music all day, food trucks, Oktoberfest Beer Mile, traditional … [Read more...] about Pickerington Oktoberfest and Bier Garden with Combustion Brewery
Cycle UA Community Bike Ride – Sept 20
Enjoy a family-friendly community bike ride through Upper Arlington complete with built-in rest stops, parks and neighborhood views with Cycle UA. This is a hybrid event offering large group event ride or independent ride opportunities. Choose to complete the Cycle UA ride alongside … [Read more...] about Cycle UA Community Bike Ride – Sept 20
Fall Festival in Westerville to Benefit End Poverty +
Quest Vineyard Church in Westerville is hosting its annual Fall Festival on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. This free, family-friendly event brings the community together for fun while raising support for local organizations through End Poverty +. Fall Festival Westerville … [Read more...] about Fall Festival in Westerville to Benefit End Poverty +
Canine Companions DogFest North Central celebrates dogs
Join the fun at DogFest North Central! This family- and dog-friendly community event that brings dog lovers together for a great cause on Sunday, September 21, 2025. This year, they are celebrating 50 incredible years of Canine Companions. Spend the day at DogFest and celebrate our canine … [Read more...] about Canine Companions DogFest North Central celebrates dogs
Upper Arlington Fall Fest
Upper Arlington is celebrating the changing season with Fall Fest on Sunday, October 5, 2025, from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. at Fancyburg Park. Upper Arlington Fall Fest Take a hay ride and pick and decorate a pumpkin, then allow the kids to bounce, slide, and all the fall fun and … [Read more...] about Upper Arlington Fall Fest
Back-to-School Vaccine Clinics
In addition to school supplies and clothes, back-to-school season also means its time for vaccines for some kids. If you don't have a well child visit scheduled with a pediatrician or family doctor, there are regularly scheduled vaccine clinics at Franklin County Public Health. Clinics are … [Read more...] about Back-to-School Vaccine Clinics
KidsLinked’s Powell KidsFest and Bubble Run
Don't miss the KidsLinked’s Powell KidsFest on Saturday, August 9, 2025. The free family festival is from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Guardian Academy. The Powell Back to School Bash has the free school supplies, bounce park, games, balloon artist, airbrush tattoos, shopping, classes, family … [Read more...] about KidsLinked’s Powell KidsFest and Bubble Run
Back to school deals and events for Columbus and Central Ohio
Even though it feels like summer shouldn't be ending soon, it's close to back to school time for Central Ohio students! Scour the sales, get your shopping done, and make sure you finish the summer with some FUN! We've gathered the best back to school deals and events below, as well as some … [Read more...] about Back to school deals and events for Columbus and Central Ohio
Stratford Ecological Center Fall Harvest Fair (Oct 4)
Celebrate the fall season on the farm with the annual Fall Harvest Fair at Stratford Ecological Center is Saturday, October 4, 2025 from 10 am - 2 pm. Kids of all ages can discover their inner farmer at this family friendly event. Climb a tractor, get your face painted, feed the … [Read more...] about Stratford Ecological Center Fall Harvest Fair (Oct 4)
National Night Out events around Columbus
National Night Out serves to promote safer communities by bringing together neighbors, police, and firefighters, and is celebrated the first Tuesday of August. Many of the events feature free food, live music, and other fun features. Kids will get to interact with, and watch demonstrations by … [Read more...] about National Night Out events around Columbus
Free outdoor movies at Columbus Metro Parks
Head to a Columbus Metro Parks this summer and fall for movies under the stars! These free movies are open to all ages! 2025 Outdoor Movies at Columbus Metro Parks Movies start at dusk! Refreshments are provided. Saturday, September 27 - Movie in the Park: Shrek 2 at Highbanks Metro … [Read more...] about Free outdoor movies at Columbus Metro Parks
