If you’re coming to Columbus for the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1⁄2 Marathon in October- we have some fun activities and events in Columbus that you may want to check out! Whether you are running or spectating, thank you for supporting this great cause! Read some … [Read more...] about Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & Half Marathon
Fall
Destination Downtown Lancaster Fall Festival – Oct 17
Fall is here and it's time to celebrate! The Destination Downtown Lancaster Fall Festival is Saturday, October 17, 2026, and is just a 40 minute drive from Columbus. The festival is from 12 pm - 5 pm, and features activities for the whole family...including pets! Stop downtown … [Read more...] about Destination Downtown Lancaster Fall Festival – Oct 17
Worthington Halloween Party: Halloween on Green (Oct 23)
The kids can take their Halloween costumes for a test drive at Halloween on the Green on Friday, October 23, 2026 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 23)
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
Family-friendly fun at New Albany Oktoberfest -Oct 3
New Albany Oktoberfest is a community festival held October 3, 2026 from 12 pm - 4 pm at Rose Run. Enjoy a lively mix of entertainment, from traditional German music by the Route 161 Happy Wanderers to performances by The Flame Keepers and The Ten Band (2026 Oktoberfest headliner) and sets … [Read more...] about Family-friendly fun at New Albany Oktoberfest -Oct 3
Bob Evans hosts Annual Farm Festival, October 9-11
This fall, the Bob Evans Farm Festival returns for its 53rd year, running from October 9-11, 2026 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 … [Read more...] about Bob Evans hosts Annual Farm Festival, October 9-11
Burgers deals for (614) Burger and Beer Week (Oct 20-25)
A match made in heaven...burgers and beer. A good burger can easily run $15+, but during the Annual (614) Burger and Beer Week you'll get a bargain. From October 19-24, 2026, you can enjoy specialty burger creations at a discount! Order a craft beer special on the side (where … [Read more...] about Burgers deals for (614) Burger and Beer Week (Oct 20-25)
The Great Gahanna Goblin Fest – Oct 23
Gahanna’s Department of Parks & Recreation is holding their annual Halloween celebration with The Great Gahanna Goblin Fest on Friday, October 23, 2026. 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 23
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Boo at the Zoo is merry, not scary!
Get ready for lighthearted Halloween fun without the fright during the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium's annual Boo at the Zoo celebration. This merry-not-scary, frightfully delightful event will take place the following weekends of October 2025. 2026 Dates: October 3 & 4 | … [Read more...] about Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Boo at the Zoo is merry, not scary!
Visit rescued animals at Open Barn Days at Sunrise Sanctuary
If you're an animal lover, make plans to visit Sunrise Sanctuary for Open Barn Days! You'll meet the dogs, cats, bunnies, and a plethora of farm animals who have been rescued and now call Sunrise "home". Sunrise Sanctuary, Inc. is a non-profit organization that rescues and cares for farmed and … [Read more...] about Visit rescued animals at Open Barn Days at Sunrise Sanctuary
Guide to Ohio State Football Games and Tailgating on OSU Campus
Heading to OSU campus for an Ohio State Football game? Whether you're going to the game, or just going down to campus for the tailgate fun, you'll want to know where to park, eat, and drink, and where to watch the OSU game on campus. This guide to Ohio State Football Games on OSU campus will help … [Read more...] about Guide to Ohio State Football Games and Tailgating on OSU Campus
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 … [Read more...] about Fall Fun! Columbus Pumpkin Patches, Farm Activities, Corn Mazes
Celebrate Local Art with Scrawl in Franklinton: Oct 9-10
Scrawl returns to the renewed arts neighborhood of Franklinton on October 9-10, 2026 at 400 Square, next to 400 West Rich St. The free 2 day festival will feature local artists painting murals as you watch, local music, dance and performing arts, crafts, food vendors, beer, … [Read more...] about Celebrate Local Art with Scrawl in Franklinton: Oct 9-10
Big List of the Best Fall Dates in Columbus
Most everyone can agree that fall is fantastic in Ohio with sweater weather, changing leaves, football, bonfires, fall events and so much more. Grab a date and enjoy the fall season with these great fall dates in Columbus. Single? Don't worry - these fall dates in Columbus would be just as … [Read more...] about Big List of the Best Fall Dates in Columbus
Find over 250 scarecrows on the Fairfield County Trail of Scarecrows
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
