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
Events for Families and Kids
Birthday deals and freebies around Columbus
If you like to celebrate your birthday all week (or all month), we've gathered up a huge list of local birthday freebies and deals for free meals, beauty items, clothing discounts, and more. Celebrate your birthday with some special treats this year! Some of my favorites are Jeni's Ice … [Read more...] about Birthday deals and freebies around Columbus
Franklin County Engineer’s Office Touch-And-Ride-A-Truck (Oct 16)
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 (Oct 16)
The Best Accessible Playgrounds in Columbus for all abilities
Kids of ALL abilities need to play and enjoy playgrounds, so its important to have plenty of options of accessible playgrounds for kids with disabilities or special needs. Accessible and inclusive playgrounds allow kids living with disabilities to play alongside kids without disabilities, which … [Read more...] about The Best Accessible Playgrounds in Columbus for all abilities
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 24
Gahanna’s Department of Parks & Recreation is holding their annual Halloween celebration with The Great Gahanna Goblin Fest on Friday, October 24, 2025. 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 24
Spooky fun at the Haunted Village in Pickerington – Oct 23
Head to Pickerington for Halloween fun for everyone at the free Haunted Village on Thursday, October 23, 2025 from 6-8 pm. Haunted Village Activities Olde Pickerington Haunted Village will be full of Halloween spirit and treats! Dress up in your favorite costume and get ready for some … [Read more...] about Spooky fun at the Haunted Village in Pickerington – Oct 23
Safe trunk or treat at Candy by the Carload in Powell – Oct 26
The City of Powell offers a safe trick-or-treating event with Candy by the Carload at Seldom Seen Park (3232 Seldom Seen Rd.) on Sunday, October 26, 2025 from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Dress up your little goblins and princesses and bring them to this trick-or-treater's treasure chest as local … [Read more...] about Safe trunk or treat at Candy by the Carload in Powell – Oct 26
Superspecs Free Safety Eyewear Available to Children in Ohio
Does your child wear glasses or need eye protection for sports? Apply for FREE safety eyewear and gear for sports and recreation! “Eye injuries are a leading cause of blindness in children,” said Ohio Ophthalmological Society President, Dr. Kristopher … [Read more...] about Superspecs Free Safety Eyewear Available to Children in Ohio
Fright at the Museum at Ohio History Center – Oct 25
Due to the closure of Ohio Village during the revitalization they aren't hosting All Hallows' Eve at Ohio Village in 2025. Things will still get spooky this Halloween season with Fright at the Museum at Ohio History Center. Fright at the Museum at Ohio History Enjoy a new Halloween … [Read more...] about Fright at the Museum at Ohio History Center – Oct 25
Fall Fun! Columbus Pumpkin Patches, Farm Activities, Corn Mazes
Fall in Ohio is truly amazing—colorful leaves, crisp air, football weekends, and plenty of seasonal fun. Central Ohio is packed with farms, pumpkin patches, and fall festivals for every kind of outing. Whether you’re looking for a simple pumpkin patch, a family-friendly corn maze, or an all-day farm … [Read more...] about Fall Fun! Columbus Pumpkin Patches, Farm Activities, Corn Mazes
Worthington Halloween Party: Halloween on Green (Oct 24)
The kids can take their Halloween costumes for a test drive at Halloween on the Green on Friday, October 24, 2025 with Worthington Parks & Recreation. Worthington Halloween on the Green Head to Worthington Village Green for some family-friendly Halloween fun. Kids can Trick or Treat … [Read more...] about Worthington Halloween Party: Halloween on Green (Oct 24)
Visit Shepherd’s Corner for monthly Labyrinth Walks
Shepherd's Corner, a ministry of the Dominican Sisters of Peace, is a 160 acre farm and ecological center in Blacklick, Ohio. As an Earth-centered leader in Central Ohio, they offer environmental education, reflective experiences on care of creation, and land renewal while providing healthy, … [Read more...] about Visit Shepherd’s Corner for monthly Labyrinth Walks
Easton Town Center Summer fun, new retailers, and more
Easton Town Center keeps growing and growing, which means there's ALWAYS something fun going on at Easton! Whether you want dining, shopping, movies, fun events, or even a weekend getaway, you'll find everything you need at Easton. Special Events at Easton There's always something going on … [Read more...] about Easton Town Center Summer fun, new retailers, and more
