Figuring out how to entertain the kids for cheap during the summer isn't easy. Cinemark Movie Theatres are bringing back the Summer Movie Clubhouse for 8 weeks of fun family films from June 2 – August 7, 2025. These Summer Movies will be shown on select days at 10 am, and tickets are just … [Read more...] about Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse tickets just $1.75
Events for Families and Kids
Free shuttle to Hocking Hills parks on weekends
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
Grove City Summer Sizzle Concert Series
The Summer Sizzle Concert Series in Grove City kicks off May 23 and continues on most Fridays through September 19, 2025. These open-air concerts in the Town Center are sponsored by the Grove City Parks and Recreation Department and feature live entertainment by some of the best acts in … [Read more...] about Grove City Summer Sizzle Concert Series
Indoor Playground at Recreations Outlet open 7 days/week
Imagine your kids playing on huge playground structures, trampolines, basketball courts, swings, and outdoor recreational equipment, no matter what the weather conditions and temperature. At Recreations Outlet in Powell, they can play on the best playground equipment in the huge … [Read more...] about Indoor Playground at Recreations Outlet open 7 days/week
Get on the water with Trapper John’s Canoe Livery on Big Darby Creek
Trapper John's Canoe Livery is open for the 2025 season! Spring and Summer are here, and canoeing is a great option during the dog days AND once we head into fall and the leave start to change. Trapper John's Canoeing is about 15-20 minutes south of the city on Big Darby Creek and … [Read more...] about Get on the water with Trapper John’s Canoe Livery on Big Darby Creek
Discounted and Free Museum Days in Columbus
Exploring museums is the perfect blend of entertainment and education, and a great way to spend some time! Museum admission can be expensive, but some of the best museums in Columbus offer discounted or free museum days. There are even several great museums that are free all of the … [Read more...] about Discounted and Free Museum Days in Columbus
Summer Jam West – 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 – Final year!
Columbus Air Show Takes Flight in Aug 2025 at Rickenbacker Intl Airport (buy tickets now!)
Get ready to witness the awe-inspiring displays of aviation agility as the Columbus Air Show soars into the skies of Columbus, Ohio. This thrilling spectacle returns August 22-24, 2025. Catch jaw-dropping aerial maneuvers, breathtaking aerial displays, and an up-close looks at an impressive … [Read more...] about Columbus Air Show Takes Flight in Aug 2025 at Rickenbacker Intl Airport (buy tickets now!)
Free summer workouts for teens: Planet Fitness High School Summer Pass
Whether your teens are in involved in athletics or just want to work on health and fitness through the summer, they can work out for FREE with the Planet Fitness High School Summer Pass. The Planet Fitness High School Summer Pass invites teens ages 14-19 to work out for FREE in all of … [Read more...] about Free summer workouts for teens: Planet Fitness High School Summer Pass
Marcus Theatres Kids Dream Summer Film Series
Get some respite from hot or rainy summer days with a movie at Marcus Theatres with the Kids Dream Summer Film Series - Powered by American Family Insurance. Admission for Marcus Theatres Kids Dream Summer Film Series Catch $3 family-friendly movies on Sundays through Thursdays from June … [Read more...] about Marcus Theatres Kids Dream Summer Film Series
Free Pre-K Pass at Cedar Point for kids ages 3-5 (with adult season pass)
Are you ready to think of warmer weather fun? If you have preschool kids and love amusement parks, you don't want to miss this amazing deal! Sign your preschoolers up for a Free Pre-K Pass at Cedar Point for kids ages 3-5 and introduce them to all of the fun that Cedar Point and Cedar Point … [Read more...] about Free Pre-K Pass at Cedar Point for kids ages 3-5 (with adult season pass)
Free Movie Admission: From Book to Film at Gateway Film Center
Gateway Film Center and Columbus Metropolitan Library offers FREE movies with the beloved series, From Book to Film. Head to Gateway Film Center for FREE family-friendly movies every weekend from Memorial Day to Labor Day. As part of the film center’s ongoing efforts to improve the … [Read more...] about Free Movie Admission: From Book to Film at Gateway Film Center
Festival Latino: Food, fun, and music at Genoa Park
Enjoy free family fun at the annual Festival Latino produced by CAPA on August 9-10, 2025 at Genoa Park near downtown. Since 1996 the Festival Latino has been providing Columbus the opportunity to experience traditional and contemporary Latin American culture and is now the largest … [Read more...] about Festival Latino: Food, fun, and music at Genoa Park
Cops & Kids Day in Westerville
Let the kids meet the good guys at Cops & Kids Day at Hoff Woods Park on Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 12 - 4 pm. Kids can interact with the law enforcement community and learn about the equipment and technology that they use to keep the community safe. Cops & Kids Day There will be … [Read more...] about Cops & Kids Day in Westerville
Visit Central Ohio County Fairs for food, fun, and music in 2025
County fairs are a staple of summertime fun, and it looks like the 2025 summer fair season is back to normal! You can expect full county fairs with all the rides, food, competitions, concerts, and more. We've missed them so much, we may need to hit a few counties! As always, details can … [Read more...] about Visit Central Ohio County Fairs for food, fun, and music in 2025
