Don't miss the oldest and largest (and highly anticipated) festival in Ohio this fall! The Circleville Pumpkin Show is from Wednesday, October 15 – Saturday, October 18, 2025. This huge pumpkin festival always starts the 3rd Wednesday of October - just in case you need to request off work … [Read more...] about Pumpkin EVERYTHING at The Great Circleville Pumpkin Show
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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
Celebrate Italian traditions with Columbus Italian Festival (Oct 10-12)
Take a staycation to Italy with the Columbus Italian Festival on October 10-12, 2025 in Italian Village near the Short North. Columbus Italian Festival This family-friendly event is full of live entertainment, open-air markets, dancing, food, and Bocce. Kids will have a blast in Zona … [Read more...] about Celebrate Italian traditions with Columbus Italian Festival (Oct 10-12)
Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons (Sep 6)
Now that fall is here, enjoy the season at the Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons The Harvest Fair will feature a day of family-friendly rides, games, and entertainment. Families can enjoy bounce houses, … [Read more...] about Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons (Sep 6)
Extend the Summer fun with Oktoberfest at Zoombezi Bay
Willkommen zum Oktoberfest at Zoombezi Bay! While the water park usually closes on Labor Day, they are stretching the fun for a little longer to celebrate Oktoberfest on August 30-31, and September 1, 6, and 7, 2025. Slide into the world of German music, enjoy pumpkin and fall-flavored beers … [Read more...] about Extend the Summer fun with Oktoberfest at Zoombezi Bay
The City Mercantile Vintage Home Market – Welcome Home
If you love vintage clothing, jewelry, and decor, you don't want to miss Welcome Home - Vintage Home Market at Franklin County Fairgrounds with The City Mercantile on October 11-13th, 2024. Check out this upscale vintage-inspired indoor/outdoor market featuring vendors, food trucks, live … [Read more...] about The City Mercantile Vintage Home Market – Welcome Home
Celebrate Fall Harvest with Mater Academy Reed Road
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Join Mater Academy on October 28, 2023 from 11AM to 2PM for a delightful, FREE, family-friendly event welcoming the harvest season and the festive times that follow! - The Petting Zoo is sure to be a hit with kids giving them an opportunity to meet sweet and friendly animals - Bounce … [Read more...] about Celebrate Fall Harvest with Mater Academy Reed Road
Powell Fall Festival and Food Drive
Gather with community at the Powell Fall Festival and Food Drive on Saturday, October 28, 2023. There will be food trucks, kids activities, and live music at Village Green Park. Admission is free with a donation to People in Need of Delaware County. Powell Fall Festival … [Read more...] about Powell Fall Festival and Food Drive
Walk amongst 1000’s of glowing pumpkins Jack O’Lantern World
NOT IN COLUMBUS in 2024 It's spooky season and you can immerse yourself amongst 1000's of hand-carved pumpkins at Jack O'Lantern World at Franklin County Fairground. Jack O' Lantern World You'll walk amongst 1000's of carved pumpkins on the 3/4 mile path through 17 immersive worlds of … [Read more...] about Walk amongst 1000’s of glowing pumpkins Jack O’Lantern World
Easton Halloween Pet Contest and Fall Festival
Dress your pet in their best costume and bring them to Easton for the HOWLoween Pet Contest & Fall Festival. TBA for 2024. The Easton Halloween Pet Contest and Fall Festival is tba for 2024. Details on website. Easton Halloween Pet Contest Costumes will be judged and awards given based … [Read more...] about Easton Halloween Pet Contest and Fall Festival
Haunted Mine Adventure: An immersive walk-through experience
Looking for a unique, family-friendly Halloween event? Join Olentangy Liberty High School Liberty Theater Workshop at Haunted Mine Adventure: The Story of the Black Arachna Mine. The immersive walk-through adventure runs from October 21-31, 2021, and has a family-friendly focus, with … [Read more...] about Haunted Mine Adventure: An immersive walk-through experience
Traveling Water Circus: Cirque Italia returns
If you've never had the chance to catch a Cirque show or other aerial performance show, it's your chance to be amazed. Cirque Italia, the first traveling water circus, is coming to Zanesville and Heath, Ohio this Fall. At Cirque Italia, the high-energy acts swing from ropes, flip over … [Read more...] about Traveling Water Circus: Cirque Italia returns
OSU CHAIRE Family-Animal Interaction Day
Center for Human-Animal Interactions Research & Education at Ohio State University, or CHAIRE, hosts family-friendly fundraiser that is perfect for animal lovers. Family-Animal Interaction Day is Saturday, October 2, 2021 from noon - 5 pm, and will be full of animal fun. This exciting … [Read more...] about OSU CHAIRE Family-Animal Interaction Day
Night Tours at Hocking Hills Canoe Livery
Paddle down the Hocking River under the glow of the moon with Night Tours at Hocking Hills Canoe Livery. This will be a date night you won't forget. These canoe trips ALWAYS sell out, so make sure you book well in advance! Night Tours at Hocking Hills Canoe Livery: New Moon Glow Float … [Read more...] about Night Tours at Hocking Hills Canoe Livery
Field trips and fall fun day trips to Fairfield County
Fairfield County is just a short drive from Columbus, and there's so much to do and see! You'll find kid-friendly museums, spacious parks, beautiful green spaces, art centers, great dining options, community events, 17 historical covered bridges, and an open-air art trail Fall Fun in Fairfield … [Read more...] about Field trips and fall fun day trips to Fairfield County
