Bring the family to BrewDog in Canal Winchester on Saturday, October 31, 2026 for the Steels & Wheels Halloween Car Show (and trick-or-treat!) from noon to 4 p.m. Families can enjoy trick-or-treating, axe throwing, shopping with vendors, and more. Car, truck and bike enthusiasts … [Read more...] about Halloween Car Show and Trick or Treat at BrewDog Canal Winchester
Events for Families and Kids
Learn all about bats at the Ohio Bat Fest in Cincinnati
As part of International Bat Week, Ohio Bat Festival is on Saturday, October 24, 2026 from 12 pm - 5 pm at Maple Ridge Lodge in Cincinnati. Ohio Bat Fest The Ohio Bat Fest is a fun, family-friendly, educational event on the Saturday before Halloween. It will feature exciting … [Read more...] about Learn all about bats at the Ohio Bat Fest in Cincinnati
Boo & Brew Fall Fun at Polaris Lifestyle Center (Oct 24)
There plenty for the grownups and the kids at this fun Halloween event! Head to Polaris Fashion Place on Saturday, October 24, 2026 from 2 pm - 6 pm for the Boo & Brew Bash 2026. Party guests will enjoy a beer garden and lots of family-friendly activities throughout the lifestyle … [Read more...] about Boo & Brew Fall Fun at Polaris Lifestyle Center (Oct 24)
Guide to all the free fun at the Columbus Metro Parks
The Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks are one of the great overlooked resources in our city - and nearly every program is free! With 20+ locations, you're never far from several Columbus Metro Parks. You'll find 75 miles of bike trails, 230 miles of trails, natural play areas, and so much … [Read more...] about Guide to all the free fun at the Columbus Metro Parks
Prairie Township Trick or Treat Trail at Westland HS: Oct 24
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 24, 2026 Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 … [Read more...] about Prairie Township Trick or Treat Trail at Westland HS: Oct 24
All Ohio Reptile Show with dragons, pythons, and frogs – now even bigger!
Are you a fan of creepy, crawly, scaly, and slithery things? Check out the All Ohio Reptile Show located at the Franklin County Fairgrounds each month! The largest Reptile Sale and Show in Ohio has been held since 1988! Each month, professional dealers/vendors offer a wide variety of reptiles … [Read more...] about All Ohio Reptile Show with dragons, pythons, and frogs – now even bigger!
Trunk or Treat at Hebron New Life United Methodist Church (Oct 22)
Enjoy a fun-filled Trunk or Treat at Hebron New Life on Thursday, October 22, 2026 from 6-7 pm. All kids are welcome to come in costume and enjoy a safe and festive evening. Trunk or Treat at Hebron New Life United Methodist Church WHEN: Thursday, October 22, 2026 from 6-7 … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat at Hebron New Life United Methodist Church (Oct 22)
Free crafts at JCPenney Kids Zone: Dalmatian fireman- Oct 10
Head to JCPenney on the second Saturday of the month for family-friendly and free JCPenney Kids Zone from 11 am - noon! Kids can pick up a fun craft, id badge, lanyard, collector's pin, and a project master medallion if they complete 6 projects! Parents get a special 10% off coupon to use … [Read more...] about Free crafts at JCPenney Kids Zone: Dalmatian fireman- Oct 10
Pumpkin Patch Express at the The Ohio Railway Museum
Train enthusiasts of all ages will love The Ohio Railway Museum in Worthington! Not only can you check out the amazing collection of trains, you can take a two mile round trip demonstration ride on one of the museum's streetcars or interurbans. Founded in 1948, The Ohio Railway Museum … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Patch Express at the The Ohio Railway Museum
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
Free outdoor movies at Columbus Metro Parks
Head to a Columbus Metro Parks this summer and fall for movies under the stars! These free movies are open to all ages! 2026 Outdoor Movies at Columbus Metro Parks Movies start at dusk! Refreshments are provided. Friday, October 2 - Pirates of the Caribbean at Great Southern Metro … [Read more...] about Free outdoor movies at Columbus Metro Parks
IKEA Columbus: Monthly craft night, Trick or Treat, and more!
IKEA Columbus holds a variety of activities and workshops through the year. Registration may be required for some, and most require you join the IKEA FAMILY member program - it's free! IKEA Family You must be an IKEA Family member to qualify for the sale, but it's quick and easy (and free) to … [Read more...] about IKEA Columbus: Monthly craft night, Trick or Treat, and more!
Wexner Center for the Arts: Galleries, 1st Thursdays, and more
Wexner Center for the Arts, located on campus at Ohio State, is a multidisciplinary research laboratory for the arts with programming featuring performing arts, exhibitions, and media arts. The Wexner Center is a great place to get lost inside for a few hours by yourself, with friends, or with … [Read more...] about Wexner Center for the Arts: Galleries, 1st Thursdays, and more
KidsLinked Fall Festival and Treatfests
KidsLinked.com puts of fun and free festivals throughout the year all over the city. These KidsFest events are planned with kids and parents in mind! They featured fun and freebies, scavenger hunts, games, and activities for kids, plus vendors with great resources for parents. Past … [Read more...] about KidsLinked Fall Festival and Treatfests
KidX Football Clinic and Candy Crawl at Polaris Fashion Place
KidX Club at Polaris Fashion Place brings kids together with FREE activities that inspire them to explore their world. Kids will have fun, playful and educational experiences at the events throughout the year. KidX Club at Polaris Fashion Place KidX Football Clinic September 28, … [Read more...] about KidX Football Clinic and Candy Crawl at Polaris Fashion Place
