Weather in Ohio often means that it's too cold, too rainy, or too hot to play outside, depending on which season we are in. Get active and go skating! Check out Skate Zone 71 discounts and special events and skate off some energy. Skate Zone 71 offers 2-4 skate sessions most days … [Read more...] about Skate Zone 71 Discounts and Skate Parties
Events for Families and Kids
Get Away Safely! Rent an RV for Winter or Spring Travel
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Sponsored by RVshare.com Rent an RV for fall or holiday travel, as extra housing for family and guests, or as a spare office for working from home. And an RV even adds a second kitchen - or more like a kitchenette - for holiday meals. In some parts of the country, winter or spring is the … [Read more...] about Get Away Safely! Rent an RV for Winter or Spring Travel
Free days at U.S. national parks
America's Best Idea — our national parks — is even better when admission is free! Mark your calendar now for entrance fee-free dates for the coming year. On these dates, FREE entrance is available to 133 National Parks across the country that normally charge a fee. During the fee-free days, the … [Read more...] about Free days at U.S. national parks
Virtual PBJ and Jazz Concert Series with Jazz Arts Group
The PBJ and Jazz Concert Series has returned for the 2020/2021 season of Jazz Academy’s concert series. The series is a little different this year, as concerts are virtual for now, but they hope to return to in-person events for the last part of the season in 2021. PBJ and Jazz concerts are … [Read more...] about Virtual PBJ and Jazz Concert Series with Jazz Arts Group
Indoor and Outdoor Ice Skating in Columbus
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Ice skating is a favorite wintertime activity, and there are several options for ice skating in Columbus, whether you want to brave the outdoor cold on skating ponds, or stick to indoor ice skating rinks. Ice skate rental is not available at most outdoor skating rinks, and costs extra at indoor … [Read more...] about Indoor and Outdoor Ice Skating in Columbus
Free fun at Preservation Parks in Delaware
Preservation Parks in Delaware County offer lots of free events for the whole family all year long. While programs have been suspended at the parks, you'll still find plenty to do while enjoying some fresh air - and it's all FREE. Winter Letterbox Adventure Explore the parks this winter … [Read more...] about Free fun at Preservation Parks in Delaware
Columbus Zoo tickets and discounts, plus new babies and rescues!
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is one of the most popular attractions in Columbus - for good reason! Our Zoo is amazing and regularly ranks as one of the best Zoos in the U.S. There's so much to enjoy this year at the Zoo, including new exhibits and new babies. With tons of outdoor exhibits and miles … [Read more...] about Columbus Zoo tickets and discounts, plus new babies and rescues!
Upcoming Consignment Sales and Consignment Stores in Columbus
Buying new seasonal clothing, school clothing, toys, or baby items can get expensive. Babies and kids grow out of their stuff so quickly that consignment sales can save you lots of money - you'll get gently used items for a fraction of the price new. There are several upcoming consignment sales … [Read more...] about Upcoming Consignment Sales and Consignment Stores in Columbus
Free Saturdays AND Sundays at Columbus Museum of Art
Columbus Museum of Art is a gem to explore in Columbus, and they have reopened with precautions in place. They offer FREE Sundays and other discounts at Columbus Museum of Art, such as $5 Thursday evenings, Blue Star Museum discounts, and more. But now, thanks to generous donors, Saturdays are also … [Read more...] about Free Saturdays AND Sundays at Columbus Museum of Art
Columbus Zoo Half Price Winter Admission Discount
You may feel like hibernating in the cold weather, but winter is the perfect time save some money with the Columbus Zoo Winter Admission Discount. Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is offering 50% off admission discount from January 4 through February 28, 2021 to show their appreciation for the … [Read more...] about Columbus Zoo Half Price Winter Admission Discount
Run or Walk: Columbus Races Roundup for 2021
Race entry frees aren't exactly cheap, but registering for races helps people stay accountable with a healthy lifestyle and exercise routine - and being healthy IS frugal. Find a race that supports a cause close to your heart, or that has the best swag bag. Running in the USA already has … [Read more...] about Run or Walk: Columbus Races Roundup for 2021
Free Admission at Columbus Zoo on President’s Day
Lots of people have off work and school on President's Day, and it's a perfect day to get free admission at Columbus Zoo. Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is offering free admission on President’s Day, Monday, February 15, 2021. The Zoo is open from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. every day during the winter … [Read more...] about Free Admission at Columbus Zoo on President’s Day
Planetariums and Astronomy: Celestial events and best places to see the stars
Sometimes it's nice to take your gaze from your glowing screen to the glowing night sky instead. Whether you're serious about astronomy or just love gazing up at the stars and the moon, there's no doubt that stargazing is relaxing and makes you feel part of something bigger than what's going on in … [Read more...] about Planetariums and Astronomy: Celestial events and best places to see the stars
Free and Cheap Winter Fun in Columbus
There's so much to do in Columbus when the weather is nice, but the winter months seem to take forever, with a range of temps from cold to colder. There's still so much to do in the winter in Columbus, and plenty of it is free and cheap. Weekend Fun There's always plenty to do over the … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Winter Fun in Columbus
Grab your sled: Sledding hills in Columbus
It's snow time! Get the kids (or your friends) out of the house for some sledding this winter. These central Ohio parks have sledding hills of varying degrees - gentle and long, to fast and steep. Sledding counts as exercise (assuming you walk back up the hill), so you can get in a workout and … [Read more...] about Grab your sled: Sledding hills in Columbus
