Join the spirits of Grace and Mary Innis welcome you from beyond the grave to the Annual Halloween Party at Inniswood Metro Garden on Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 2-4 p.m. Numbered pumpkins will guide your way to family friendly Halloween fun! The party features pumpkins, crafts, … [Read more...] about Inniswood Gardens Halloween Party – Oct 26
Events for Families and Kids
ProMusica Family-friendly Library Concerts
Join ProMusica Chamber Orchestra musicians at local library branches for FREE family-friendly concerts as part of the Columbus Metropolitan Library Series. These fun concerts combine classical music and children’s literature and give you a chance to check out libraries throughout Central … [Read more...] about ProMusica Family-friendly Library Concerts
Zombie Halloween Pool Party at Westerville Community Center (Oct 26; registration required)
Sometimes zombies are on your side... Join the Zombie lifeguards for a haunted trick or treat trail through the Westerville Community Center, and then head to the pool for the Zombie Halloween Pool Party. Zombie Halloween Pool Party The silly scary fun is on Sunday, October … [Read more...] about Zombie Halloween Pool Party at Westerville Community Center (Oct 26; registration required)
Marcus Theatres Harry Potter Passport: Watch all 8 this fall for only $35
Marcus Passports give you access to a movie series for one low price. The Marcus Theatres Harry Potter Passport allows passport holders to watch all 8 magical films in the series for just $25 at any participating theatre! Each Harry Potter Passport entitles the passport holder to see all … [Read more...] about Marcus Theatres Harry Potter Passport: Watch all 8 this fall for only $35
Westerville Fire Prevention Week Open House
Fire Prevention Week is October 5-11, 2025 and Westerville Division of Fire is kicking it off with WFD's annual Fire Prevention Open House on Sunday, October 5, 2025 at Station 111 (400 W. Main St.). Westerville Fire Prevention Week Open House This free community event features … [Read more...] about Westerville Fire Prevention Week Open House
KidsLinked.com’s Columbus STEM & Arts Expo (Nov 2)
Get out of the house this weekend for a free fun learning event with the KidsLinked.com's Columbus STEM & Arts Expo on Sunday, November 2, 2025 from 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. at Polaris Fashion Place. The STEM & Arts expo is your families resource fair to find neat things to help … [Read more...] about KidsLinked.com’s Columbus STEM & Arts Expo (Nov 2)
Franklin County Engineer’s Office Touch-And-Ride-A-Truck
The Franklin County Engineer's Office (FCEO) brings back the annual Touch-And-Ride-A-Truck event at Fortress Obetz on Thursday, October 16, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Kids and families will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with a variety of trucks, equipment, and service … [Read more...] about Franklin County Engineer’s Office Touch-And-Ride-A-Truck
Fire Dept. Open Houses in Columbus for Fire Prevention Week
Gather up your little firefighters and learn all about fire safety during Fire Prevention Week from October 5-11, 2025. Many fire stations around Columbus will be holding events through the week to educate and entertain, and teach your family how to stay safe. The theme for this Fire … [Read more...] about Fire Dept. Open Houses in Columbus for Fire Prevention Week
Annual Dublin Halloween Spooktacular and Trick or Treat Trail (Oct 16-17)
The City of Dublin’s annual Halloween Spooktacular is coming to Coffman Park on October 16-17, 2025. City of Dublin Halloween Spooktacular Coffman Park will be full of merry, not scary family fun. Guests of all ages can come in costume and enjoy this ghoulish … [Read more...] about Annual Dublin Halloween Spooktacular and Trick or Treat Trail (Oct 16-17)
Howl-O-Ween and Spooky fun with Ohio Wildlife Center
Join the Ohio Wildlife Center for some fall fun and spooky adventures this fall, including Harvest Fest, Tri-C Ghost Hunters, and Howl-O-Ween. Note: some animals may not be on display during these events due to renovations. Harvest Fest September 27, 2025 | 4:00pm-7:00pm Celebrate the … [Read more...] about Howl-O-Ween and Spooky fun with Ohio Wildlife Center
Costume and Candy Crawl at Kingsdale Shopping Center (Oct 23)
Dress in your Halloween best and Trick-or-Treat at Kingsdale Shopping Center on October 23, 2025 from 4 pm – 6:30 pm. There’s a costume contest, face painters, and balloon artists. Meet at the green for registration and a trick-or-treat bag to take along the route. This is a FREE … [Read more...] about Costume and Candy Crawl at Kingsdale Shopping Center (Oct 23)
New Albany Trunk or Treat with candy, entertainment, and more! Oct 26
Get ready for some fall fun at New Albany Trunk or Treat at Bevelhymer Park! New Albany Parks and Recreation Trunk or Treat is Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 3-6 pm. It's a great time to take a costume for a test drive! Wear your best costume and trick or treat through the parking … [Read more...] about New Albany Trunk or Treat with candy, entertainment, and more! Oct 26
The Great Gahanna Goblin Fest – Oct 23
Gahanna’s Department of Parks & Recreation is holding their annual Halloween celebration with The Great Gahanna Goblin Fest on Friday, October 23, 2026. Gahanna Goblin Fest The FREE event is from 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm, and includes all of your favorite Halloween and fall activities. Kids will … [Read more...] about The Great Gahanna Goblin Fest – Oct 23
Johnson’s Real Ice Cream 75th Anniversary Celebration
Johnson’s Real Ice Cream is marking 75 sweet years with a community celebration at its original Bexley shop (2728 E. Main St.) on Saturday, September 6, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The anniversary event features a full day of family fun, live music, and plenty of ice cream - plus a discount at other … [Read more...] about Johnson’s Real Ice Cream 75th Anniversary Celebration
Summer Jam West – 2025 Final year!
Head to Westgate Park on July 19, 2025 for Summer Jam West with Hilltop Arts Collective. This free, family-friendly festival celebrates music and art, and will include live music, face painting, kids' art activities, food trucks, art sale and more. Summer Jam West is family-friendly, … [Read more...] about Summer Jam West – 2025 Final year!
