Green Lawn Cemetery is again hosting a vibrant celebration of DĂa de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead festival in Columbus on Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 10 am - 6 pm. This Mexican holiday honors loved ones who have passed, blending traditional elements such as ofrendas … [Read more...] about Day of the Dead Festival at Green Lawn Cemetery
Festivals
Annual Moon Festival and Ohio Kung Fu Tai Chi Day
The Ohio Moon Festival and and Ohio Kung Fu Tai Chi Day is an annual event in Central Ohio, celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival on October 11, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Dublin Riverside Crossing Park. The festival celebrates a significant cultural holiday across many Asian Cultures … [Read more...] about Annual Moon Festival and Ohio Kung Fu Tai Chi Day
Pumpkin EVERYTHING at The Great Circleville Pumpkin Show
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
Monthly Outdoor North Market Night Market – Block Party Vibes
Night Market at North Market moves to the Dublin Bridge Park location all year long. The market is inspired by traditional street fairs in Europe and Asia, and will be held inside during winter months. Night Market features a wide array of hand-made and locally grown products for sale, music, … [Read more...] about Monthly Outdoor North Market Night Market – Block Party Vibes
KidsLinked.com’s Columbus STEM & Arts Expo
Get out of the house this weekend for a free fun learning event with the KidsLinked.com's Columbus STEM & Arts Expo on Sunday, November 2, 2025 from 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. at Polaris Fashion Place. The STEM & Arts expo is your families resource fair to find neat things to help … [Read more...] about KidsLinked.com’s Columbus STEM & Arts Expo
1000’s of carved pumpkins at The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow (Oct 16-19)
The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow returns to Heritage Park in Westerville! Wind your way through the enchanting trail of 1,500 carved glowing pumpkins. There are fun activities included with admission for more of a festival experience. The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow From … [Read more...] about 1000’s of carved pumpkins at The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow (Oct 16-19)
Franklinton Fridays and 400 Market
If you haven't been to Franklinton lately, check out all of the changes on the second Friday of each month for Franklinton Fridays and the 400 Market. The galleries, businesses, and institutions of East Franklinton host an art crawl for the public, and new places open regularly with the … [Read more...] about Franklinton Fridays and 400 Market
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)
Days of Knights transports you to Medieval Times (Oct 4-5)
Are you ready to party like it's 1399? Days of Knights is coming on October 4-5, 2025 to Lancaster, Ohio - less than 40 minutes from Columbus! Travel back in time and experience the Middle Ages during one of the largest medieval-focused living history events in the country. Days of … [Read more...] about Days of Knights transports you to Medieval Times (Oct 4-5)
Celebrate Dia De Los Muertos / Day of the Dead
The Day of the Dead, or DĂa de los Muertos, is on November 1 and 2. Originating in Mexico, the celebration is observed in Mexico and by people of Mexican heritage elsewhere. DĂa de los Muertos is not the same as Halloween Many families celebrate both Halloween and DĂa de los Muertos. Those … [Read more...] about Celebrate Dia De Los Muertos / Day of the Dead
Stratford Ecological Center Fall Harvest Fair (Oct 4)
Celebrate the fall season on the farm with the annual Fall Harvest Fair at Stratford Ecological Center is Saturday, October 4, 2025 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 4)
Enchanted Side Show Expo Mystics and Marvels – A Faire of Unusual Things (Oct 18-19)
Things are going to get a little unusual at Franklin County Fairgrounds on Saturday and Sunday, October 18-19, 2025 with Mystics and Marvels - A Faire of Unusual Things. This family friendly weekend will be full of creep and spectacle, side show fun, vendors, fortune tellers an … [Read more...] about Enchanted Side Show Expo Mystics and Marvels – A Faire of Unusual Things (Oct 18-19)
Shop/explore/eat at Short North Gallery Hop – 1st Saturday of the month
Short North Gallery Hop is a monthly tradition that spans 30 years. celebrating art, local shops, and good food. On the first Saturday of each month, thousands of people head to the Short North Arts District for new gallery exhibitions, street performers, special events, food, and drinks … [Read more...] about Shop/explore/eat at Short North Gallery Hop – 1st Saturday of the month
Bob Evans hosts Annual Farm Festival, October 11-13
This fall, the Bob Evans Farm Festival returns for its 53rd year, running from October 10-12, 2025 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 enjoy a … [Read more...] about Bob Evans hosts Annual Farm Festival, October 11-13
RidgeFest at Glacier Ridge: A Fall Celebration for All Ages (Oct 18)
Celebrate the season at RidgeFest, Glacier Ridge's annual fall festival on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. This family-friendly event promises a day of fun, food, and festivities at Glacier Ridge Metro Park, located at 9801 Hyland Croy Rd, Plain City, OH. What to Expect … [Read more...] about RidgeFest at Glacier Ridge: A Fall Celebration for All Ages (Oct 18)