Celebrate a favorite Fall festival with Pickerington Oktoberfest on September 18-19, 2026. This outdoor event and bier garden will take place in the Combustion parking lot. The event features live music all day, food trucks, Oktoberfest Beer Mile, traditional Oktoberfest games, special beer … [Read more...] about Pickerington Oktoberfest and Bier Garden with Combustion Brewery
Events for Families and Kids
Jeni’s Ice Cream Summer Flavors
We LOVE Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream, and we love a good deal on Jeni's even more! Read below to see what special offers and new releases are coming up! New Flavors at Jeni's! Jeni's Summer Collection is inspired by everything we love about summer—campfire desserts, picnic-table favorites, … [Read more...] about Jeni’s Ice Cream Summer Flavors
Things to Do in Marysville, Ohio
Looking for a fun day trip or weekend getaway near Columbus? Head to Marysville, Ohio! Just 30 minutes northwest of downtown Columbus, this charming town offers a mix of outdoor adventure, family-friendly activities, and local dining that makes it well worth the visit. With over 348 acres of … [Read more...] about Things to Do in Marysville, Ohio
Back to school deal: $12 haircuts for students at JCP Salons
A new school year calls for new supplies, new shoes, new clothes, and new haircut. To help kids go back to school with style, JCP Salons are offering $12 haircuts, or 30% off hair styling of $30 or more to students in grades K-College. Plus teachers get an extra 10% off their purchase with … [Read more...] about Back to school deal: $12 haircuts for students at JCP Salons
Back-to-School Vaccine Clinics
In addition to school supplies and clothes, back-to-school season also means its time for vaccines for some kids. If you don't have a well child visit scheduled with a pediatrician or family doctor, there are regularly scheduled vaccine clinics at Franklin County Public Health. Clinics are … [Read more...] about Back-to-School Vaccine Clinics
Back to school deals and events for Columbus and Central Ohio
Even though it feels like summer shouldn't be ending soon, it's close to back to school time for Central Ohio students! Scour the sales, get your shopping done, and make sure you finish the summer with some FUN! We've gathered the best back to school deals and events below, as well as some … [Read more...] about Back to school deals and events for Columbus and Central Ohio
Upper Arlington Fall Fest – Oct 4
Upper Arlington is celebrating the changing season with Fall Fest on Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. at Fancyburg Park. Upper Arlington Fall Fest Take a hay ride and pick and decorate a pumpkin, then allow the kids to bounce, slide, and all the fall fun and … [Read more...] about Upper Arlington Fall Fest – Oct 4
Free Build events at LEGO® Store Easton Town Center
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Head to The LEGO® Store Easton Town Center for FREE seasonal LEGO® Make and Take events. Events are free, and a limited number of kits are available; one per guest. Come in and Play! Enjoy activities, including a scavenger hunt, building activities, giveaways and more! Not an … [Read more...] about Free Build events at LEGO® Store Easton Town Center
Stratford Ecological Center Fall Harvest Fair – Oct 3
Celebrate the fall season on the farm with the annual Fall Harvest Fair at Stratford Ecological Center is Saturday, October 3, 2026 from 10 am - 2 pm. Kids of all ages can discover their inner farmer at this family friendly event. Climb a tractor, get your face painted, feed the … [Read more...] about Stratford Ecological Center Fall Harvest Fair – Oct 3
15 Sunflower Fields in Central Ohio
Visiting a sunflower field is a "must do" in late summer or fall, and fields are popping up all over. Grab your family or friends, and get ready to post your sunny pics on IG when you visit one of these sunflower fields around Central Ohio (or a little further). Most fields won't bloom until … [Read more...] about 15 Sunflower Fields in Central Ohio
Nelsonville Bigfoot Festival Coming to Historic Public Square in October
Bigfoot fans and curious families can head to Nelsonville this fall for the inaugural Nelsonville Bigfoot Festival, taking place Oct. 2-4, 2026, on the Historic Public Square. Organized by the local Bigfoot Educational Group Nelsonville, the free, family-friendly festival will celebrate … [Read more...] about Nelsonville Bigfoot Festival Coming to Historic Public Square in October
Worthington Touch-a-Truck: Sept 18
Kids love trucks and cars and emergency vehicles, so bring them to the Worthington Touch a Truck on Friday, September 18, 2026 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Worthington Touch-A-Truck Kids can check out ambulances, fire trucks, military vehicles to taxis, race cars, a helicopter, and other … [Read more...] about Worthington Touch-a-Truck: Sept 18
From Fields to Fun with Farm Days at COSI
The farmers and tractors head into the city for Farm Days at COSI from August 12-16, 2026. Meet and greet the farmers and learn where their food comes from. Explore and climb aboard the tractors and combines and other fun equipment. Get "eggcited" about baby chickens hatching, and ask all … [Read more...] about From Fields to Fun with Farm Days at COSI
Columbus Festival for Good features local social enterprises
Find the helpers in the community at the Columbus Festival for Good. Have fun. Do good. Learn about some of the Central Ohio businesses founded to create social impact in their communities. Find out how they give back and support growth and development in our neighborhoods, and how you can … [Read more...] about Columbus Festival for Good features local social enterprises
2026 Columbus Food Truck Festival at Franklin County Fairgrounds
The Columbus Food Truck Festival returns to the Franklin County Fairgrounds again this Summer! Over 50 food trucks and carts will take part in the festival with the return to the Franklin County Fairgrounds on August 14-15, 2026. The festival showcases delicious and unique fare from 50+ … [Read more...] about 2026 Columbus Food Truck Festival at Franklin County Fairgrounds
