UnderCurrent is a new event series with Downtown Columbus, Inc. set to take place directly under Current, the sky-high sculpture by artist Janet Echelman. Current is part of the permanent collection of the Columbus Museum of Art. UnderCurrent Part night market, part block party, … [Read more...] about High Spirits UnderCurrent and BAM (Bar, Art, Music)
Festivals
Visit the monthly North Market Night Market
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 Visit the monthly North Market Night Market
U-pick apples, flowers, and more at Branstool Orchards (and a fun play area!)
Branstool Orchards is one of our favorite u-pick orchards to visit in Central Ohio. We always pick peaches and apples (sometimes twice) each year, and they have so many offerings from Summer through Fall. Located in Utica, Branstool Orchards is about 40 minutes from Columbus, and it's … [Read more...] about U-pick apples, flowers, and more at Branstool Orchards (and a fun play area!)
Touch a Truck and Fright Night at Fortress Obetz
Fortress Obetz, the former Columbus Motor Speedway, is now home to the Obetz Zucchinifest, Famous Fortress Fireworks, sporting events, concerts, festivals, and more. Owned and maintained by the Village of Obetz, it's the location of events and activities for everyone to enjoy through the … [Read more...] about Touch a Truck and Fright Night at Fortress Obetz
Kids can explore at these Touch-a-Truck events in Columbus
Kids love to explore emergency vehicles, construction vehicles, and farm equipment, and there are plenty of touch-a-truck events in Columbus and Central Ohio to fulfill their curiosity! These events are a wonderful learning experience for kids that are full of photo-ops, so don't forget your … [Read more...] about Kids can explore at these Touch-a-Truck events in Columbus
RidgeFest at Glacier Ridge: A Fall Celebration for All Ages
Celebrate the season at RidgeFest, Glacier Ridge's annual fall festival on Saturday, October 19, 2024, 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
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
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 16 – Saturday, October 19, 2024. 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
Grove City Paws in the Plaza
Have a dog-gone good time on the 2nd Wednesday every month, May through October 2024 with Rewind 103.5/104.3 Paws in the Plaza at Grove City Town Center! Join George Wolf for an exceptional summer experience with your furry companion, at REWIND’S PAWS IN THE PLAZA. From 6 pm - 8 pm, owners … [Read more...] about Grove City Paws in the Plaza
Celebrate Dia De Los Muertos / Day of the Dead
The Day of the Dead, or Día 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. Día de los Muertos is not the same as Halloween Many families celebrate both Halloween and Día de los Muertos. Those … [Read more...] about Celebrate Dia De Los Muertos / Day of the Dead
Short North Gallery Hop, including 3 special ‘Hops on High’ events
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 Short North Gallery Hop, including 3 special ‘Hops on High’ events
Upper Arlington Fall Fest – Pumpkin Patch meets NFL Tailgate
Upper Arlington is celebrating the changing season with Fall Fest on Sunday, October 6, 2024, from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. at Fancyburg Park. Upper Arlington Fall Fest This year the festival will have a new twist - Pumpkin Patch meets NFL Tailgate! Take a hay ride and pick and … [Read more...] about Upper Arlington Fall Fest – Pumpkin Patch meets NFL Tailgate
Celebrate Italian traditions with Columbus Italian Festival
Take a staycation to Italy with the Columbus Italian Festival on October 11-13, 2024 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
Learn all about bats at the Ohio Bat Fest at OSU
As part of International Bat Week, the first annual Ohio Bat Festival is on Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 12 pm - 5 pm at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center on OSU campus. Ohio Bat Fest The Ohio Bat Fest is a fun, family-friendly, educational event on the Saturday before … [Read more...] about Learn all about bats at the Ohio Bat Fest at OSU
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 3, 2024 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