Hocking Hills, located in Southeast Ohio, is a top tourist destinations and state parks in the United States. It features spectacular hiking trails and stunning natural features including deep gorges, waterfalls, caves. Parking can be limited near the trails, but the Hocking Hills Shuttle can … [Read more...] about Free shuttle to Hocking Hills parks on weekends
Events for Families and Kids
PBJ & Jazz free kids concerts at Topiary Park (it’s a family favorite!)
PBJ & Jazz Concert Series at Topiary Park is one of our favorite casual events to attend in the summer! Kids love these concerts! Learn about all types of music while enjoying the amazing Topiary Park! PBJ & Jazz concerts are free 1-hour long interactive concerts with … [Read more...] about PBJ & Jazz free kids concerts at Topiary Park (it’s a family favorite!)
Lolli-Pops! Summer Children’s Concert Series
Bring the family to Powell for some summertime fun with the Lolli-Pops! Children's concert series. The energetic kids' concerts will take place on select Mondays at the Village Green Amphitheater in Powell at 10:30 a.m. Bring your blankets, some snacks, and get ready to dance the … [Read more...] about Lolli-Pops! Summer Children’s Concert Series
Columbus Commons Free Movie Nights
Catch a movie under the stars at Columbus Commons this summer with Free Movie Nights. Bring your blanket or chairs and some snacks or a picnic and catch these family-friendly films at dusk downtown. Tortilla and Jeni’s will be open for movie snacks. Free Friday Family Movie Nights Catch a … [Read more...] about Columbus Commons Free Movie Nights
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
Family Funday at the Columbus Commons
Bring the family out for a good time at the Columbus Commons for Family Funday on Saturday, May 24, 2025 from 11 am - 4 pm. Enjoy free family-friendly games, crafts, face painting, carousel rides, live music, inflatables and more. More fun events include: … [Read more...] about Family Funday at the Columbus Commons
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
Upcoming free and cheap activities for kids
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Looking for something to do with the kids? We've gathered a list of day to day activities for kids of all ages, to get out of the house or indoor activities no matter the weather. We're including activities for all ages and at various price points - including lots of free … [Read more...] about Upcoming free and cheap activities for kids
Annual Powell Festival with headliner Tonic
The Annual Powell Festival will take place downtown in the Village Green Park on Friday and Saturday, June 20-21, 2025. The festival is bigger and better this year with lots of musical entertainment, merchants, food vendors, Kids' Zone, activity stations, animal visits, games, DORA, and … [Read more...] about Annual Powell Festival with headliner Tonic
All Ohio Balloon Fest in Marysville returns August 2026
The All Ohio Balloon Fest returns to Marysville in 2026 for the 50th anniversary on August 21-22, 2026. There will be over 15+ Hot Air Balloons in the sky, plus helicopter, plane, and balloon rides, live music, food, and beverage. All Ohio Balloon Fest Each day, the Hot Air … [Read more...] about All Ohio Balloon Fest in Marysville returns August 2026
Memorial Day Parades and Ceremonies around Columbus
Memorial Weekend is often celebrated as the first long weekend of the Summer, when weather has finally warmed up. There are Memorial Day events and ceremonies around Columbus to honor our heroes. Make sure you take time to remember those who gave their lives for our country this Memorial … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Parades and Ceremonies around Columbus
Where to go berry picking in Columbus this Spring and Summer
Whether you prefer one type of berry or love them all (like I do), there are so many farms to go berry picking in Columbus and Central Ohio. U-pick berry farms are a must-do summer activity, and below you'll find a huge list of u-pick farms for strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, … [Read more...] about Where to go berry picking in Columbus this Spring and Summer
Over 15 Free Summer Reading Programs in Columbus
Summer reading programs are a great incentive to keep kids reading during the Summer months. Students who read over the summer break tend to avoid the "Summer Slide", or Summer learning loss. Students should be reading at least 10-20 minutes each day, and adults should be reading to non-readers … [Read more...] about Over 15 Free Summer Reading Programs in Columbus
Visit Lancaster’s Skyview Drive-in movie theatre for double feature fun and flea markets
No matter how many years go by, drive-in movies are still fun! We are fortunate to have many drive-in theaters in Ohio, including a couple in Central Ohio. Skyview Drive-in is located in Lancaster, which less than 40 minutes from downtown Columbus! Skyview Drive-in is also having a flea market on … [Read more...] about Visit Lancaster’s Skyview Drive-in movie theatre for double feature fun and flea markets
Late Night Zoombezi Bay Summer Nights and Dive-In Movies
Play all day in the sun at Zoombezi Bay and stay late for Zoombezi Bay Summer Nights on Fridays, June 27 - July 25, 2025. Zoombezi Bay Summer Nights Summer Nights parties mean that the attraction stays open until 10 p.m. and features DJ, extra time on attractions, live entertainment, and … [Read more...] about Late Night Zoombezi Bay Summer Nights and Dive-In Movies
