Fairfield County is back with a county-wide trail that will give you all the fall vibes. Through the entire month of October, Visit Fairfield County is hosting its annual Trail of Scarecrows. Fairfield County Trail of Scarecrows This is the only county-wide scarecrow contest of its kind in the … [Read more...] about Find over 250 scarecrows on the Fairfield County Trail of Scarecrows
Events for Families and Kids
Inniswood Gardens Halloween Party
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
Fall fun on the Farm at Van Buren Acres
Central Ohio has some amazing farms to visit in the fall for pumpkins, activities, and agri-tourism, and Van Buren Acres in Hebron is one of the best for fall and holiday farm fun! If you've driven east on Columbus on Rt. 70, you've probably seen this fun farm in the Columbus area. Van … [Read more...] about Fall fun on the Farm at Van Buren Acres
2025 Home Depot Free Kids Workshops
Kids love learning new skills, and Home Depot has been a leader in teaching kids how to build for years with Home Depot Free Kids Workshops. Stores are once again offering free in-person workshops again, with the option to purchase monthly kits to build at home. Home Depot Free Kids … [Read more...] about 2025 Home Depot Free Kids Workshops
Bob Evans hosts Annual Farm Festival, October 11-13
This fall, the Bob Evans Farm Festival returns for its 53rd year, running from October 10-12, 2025 at the original Bob Evans Farm in Rio Grande, Ohio (about an hour and a half from Columbus). The annual celebration honors the farming community during the harvest season. Guests will enjoy a … [Read more...] about Bob Evans hosts Annual Farm Festival, October 11-13
See TBDBITL Skull Sessions before home Ohio State football games!
Get ready for the Skull Sessions with the OSU Marching Band at Ohio State University football games! Plus, you can watch TBDBITL rehearse before the season starts! Read below for details on how you can watch The Ohio State Marching Band this year - for free! Ohio State Football Tickets can … [Read more...] about See TBDBITL Skull Sessions before home Ohio State football games!
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)
Cheap and Free things to do in October in Columbus
Fall in Columbus is the best, and October is my favorite! There are so many things going on in October in Columbus, so make sure you mark your calendars. It's a great time to get out and enjoy the fall weather before the cold hits! We’ve highlighting some of the best events and … [Read more...] about Cheap and Free things to do in October in Columbus
Wild Story Time at Ohio Wildlife Center
Ohio Wildlife Center not only treats 5,000+ animals each year, with the goal of returning them to the wild, they also host educational programs and events for kids and adults. The Center sits on 20 acres of woods, wetlands and meadows providing a permanent sanctuary to 59 animals ranging from … [Read more...] about Wild Story Time at Ohio Wildlife Center
Bierman Autism Centers to Host Sensory-Friendly Trunk-or-Treat in Gahanna – Oct 25
Looking for a fun, family-friendly event this Halloween season for all abilities? Bierman Autism Centers in Gahanna is hosting their Annual Trunk-or-Treat, offering an inclusive experience, designed with the special needs community in mind. Sensory-Friendly Trunk-or-Treat Date: Saturday, October … [Read more...] about Bierman Autism Centers to Host Sensory-Friendly Trunk-or-Treat in Gahanna – Oct 25
Trick or Treat Halloween Candy Trail in Historic Dublin
Shops and restaurants in Historic Dublin is hosting trick-or-treat on Saturday, October 25, 2025. from 3 pm - 5 pm. Dress up the kids for the Historic Happy Halloween Candy Trail in Dublin. Businesses in the District will be handing out candy while supplies last. There's going to be … [Read more...] about Trick or Treat Halloween Candy Trail in Historic Dublin
Prairie Township Trick or Treat Trail at Westland HS: October 25
The Prairie Township Trick or Treat Trail is back this year at Westland High School, offering a free, family-friendly experience where kids can collect candy from local businesses in a safe, community-centered environment. Event Details: Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025 Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 … [Read more...] about Prairie Township Trick or Treat Trail at Westland HS: October 25
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)
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
Trick or Treat and Food Allergies: Teal Pumpkin Project (plus Halloween party favor options)
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Halloween is a fun holiday for kids- with the fun decorations, costumes, and of course, the treats. Kids who suffer from food allergies or have special dietary restrictions such as diabetes, are somewhat limited with trick or treating. FARE, or Food Allergy Research & … [Read more...] about Trick or Treat and Food Allergies: Teal Pumpkin Project (plus Halloween party favor options)
