Not scheduled for 2022. The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium want to honor dads on Father's Day, Sunday, June 20, 2021. All dads and grandpas get in free to the Zoo with paid admission for kids or grandkids! The Zoo will be open from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., so bring the crew, pack a lunch and enjoy a … [Read more...] about Free admission: Celebrate Father’s Day at the Columbus Zoo
Events for Families and Kids
Wex Center heads to South Drive-in for 1980s films this summer
While the Wexner Center has hosted Wex Center "Drive-in" Films on location in past years, in 2021 they are taking some favorite films to the big screen at South Drive-in. The Wex heads to South Drive-in with a free series of three popular and critically acclaimed films of the 1980s, … [Read more...] about Wex Center heads to South Drive-in for 1980s films this summer
Free Moonlight Movies at Polaris Fashion Place
Moonlight Movies at Polaris Fashion Place are coming back this fall as a drive-in movie pop-up! Pack your vehicle with blankets and snacks, and enjoy some movies from the safety of your own car. Movies will begin at sundown, parking begins at 7:30 pm. The movie will be shown in the … [Read more...] about Free Moonlight Movies at Polaris Fashion Place
Dino Safari – A Drive Thru Adventure is coming to Columbus!
Something BIG is coming to Columbus.... Dinosaurs are back, and you can catch them at DINO SAFARI-A Drive Thru Adventure. From May 21 through May 31, The Ohio History Connection transforms into Pangea National Park, and you'll find more than 40 life-sized dinosaurs taking … [Read more...] about Dino Safari – A Drive Thru Adventure is coming to Columbus!
Free kids tickets for Monster Truckz Extreme Tour Columbus
The Monster Truckz Extreme Tour is coming to Columbus from May 28 - May 31, 2021! This must-see thrill-packed action adventure will be at Franklin County Fairgrounds, and you don't want to miss it! Read below about how to get FREE kids tickets! Monster Truckz, presented by Garden … [Read more...] about Free kids tickets for Monster Truckz Extreme Tour Columbus
$5 Admission for Zoombezi Bay Sneak Peek weekend for Military Families
Zoombezi Bay at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is opening for a special sneak peek weekend for military families to thank them for their service and sacrifice every day of the year! Zoombezi Bay Sneak Peek Weekend for Military Families is May 22-23, 2021 from 10:30 am - 6 pm each day. The … [Read more...] about $5 Admission for Zoombezi Bay Sneak Peek weekend for Military Families
Easton Drive-in Movies
Looking for a safe and fun way to enjoy a movie? Go old school with the Easton Drive-In Movies! The community drive-in has been wildly popular, so we're excited for these drive-in movies coming back to the screen at Easton. The movie’s audio will be played through radio transmission that can … [Read more...] about Easton Drive-in Movies
Visit the open-air Polaris Night Market on 2nd Fridays this Summer
The Polaris Night Market is on the second Friday of each month this summer, June thru September, from 6-9pm at the parking lot at Polaris Fashion Place near the flagpoles. This outdoor night market is free to attend and open to all. Sip, shop, dine and stroll while you enjoy live music, local … [Read more...] about Visit the open-air Polaris Night Market on 2nd Fridays this Summer
Learn at Home with Ohio History Connection
Ohio History Connection is such a fun and educational resource in our city, but the education doesn't stop in the museum or at school! Kids can continue to explore with Learn at Home through Ohio History Connection. They've gathered resources and content to keep your kids engaged and interested in … [Read more...] about Learn at Home with Ohio History Connection
Columbus Metro Parks Easter Eggstravaganza
The Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks celebrate Easter 2021 and the spring weather with Eggstravaganza events at six of the parks! Sign up for Metro Parks Eggstravaganza at Blacklick Woods, Battelle Darby Creek, Blendon Woods, Homestead, Highbanks, or Slate Run for Saturday, March 27, … [Read more...] about Columbus Metro Parks Easter Eggstravaganza
Vintage Market Days in Columbus: Pure & Simple
No Columbus show scheduled for Spring 2022 If you love vintage clothing, jewelry, and decor, you don't want to miss Vintage Market Days at Franklin County Fairgrounds this Spring! Check out this upscale vintage-inspired indoor/outdoor market featuring vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, … [Read more...] about Vintage Market Days in Columbus: Pure & Simple
Read for a Cause supports local nonprofits
Reading to children is a key factor in developing their language and listening skills, imagination, and love of books. When kids are exposed to books with values, purpose, and meaning, the benefits are even greater. Enter: Read for a Cause. Read for a Cause is a book series written by Central … [Read more...] about Read for a Cause supports local nonprofits
Family Style Meals to-go in Columbus
Dining out is different these days. So many questions: is it safe for me? is it safe for the employees? If you want to support the restaurant industry, but don't want to "dine out", you can "dine at home" with these Family Style Meals to go! These family style options are usually more … [Read more...] about Family Style Meals to-go in Columbus
Visit 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 visit the Columbus Zoo. Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is is open from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. every day during the winter season. The winter months are one of our favorite times to visit the Zoo, because … [Read more...] about Visit Columbus Zoo on President’s Day
Kids Try Hockey Free Day with USA Hockey
On Saturday, March 5, 2022, more than 350 hockey programs and USA Hockey are inviting kids ages 4-9 to try youth hockey for free as part of Try Hockey for Free National Day. All of the participating programs have a limited amount of equipment, so registration is required. To find out which rinks … [Read more...] about Kids Try Hockey Free Day with USA Hockey
