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
Festivals
Stratford Ecological Center Fall Harvest Fair
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
Where to find Pawpaws: Ohio’s native fruit
It's the time of year to celebrate the Pawpaw! The what?! Pawpaws are Ohio's state fruit, and North America’s largest native edible fruit! It's little known fruit that is elusive, but prevalent. It has a tropical flavor, but is creamy. Pawpaws are a hidden gem that grow in Ohio's forests and … [Read more...] about Where to find Pawpaws: Ohio’s native fruit
Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival at Westerville Sports Complex
Celebrate America's favorite pastime with one of the nation's largest Vintage Base Ball festivals on August 30 - 31, 2025 at the Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival at Westerville Sports Complex, 325 N. Cleveland Ave. See over vintage base ball teams from across the nation compete … [Read more...] about Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival at Westerville Sports Complex
Days of Knights transports you to Medieval Times
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
Celebrate Italian traditions with Columbus Italian Festival
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
Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons
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
Ohio State Fire Marshal Festival celebrates our brave firefighters
Families will have a blast at the FREE Ohio State Fire Marshal Festival on Saturday, September 13, 2025 from 10 am - 3 pm in Reynoldsburg. The festival is at the Ohio State Fire Marshal's campus, and kids will learn more about firefighters and the work they do. It's a celebration of … [Read more...] about Ohio State Fire Marshal Festival celebrates our brave firefighters
Celebrate Oktoberfest with Germania Singing and Sports Club Society
Oktoberfest is always a fall favorite for those who love German food and beer. The Brewery District is home to the oldest and original Germania Oktoberfest at Germania Singing and Sports Club Society in Columbus. While Germania is a membership club, the 67th annual Germania Oktoberfest is … [Read more...] about Celebrate Oktoberfest with Germania Singing and Sports Club Society
Butterfly Weekend at Blendon Woods
Learn about amazing life cycle and 2,000 mile journey of the monarch butterfly at Blendon Woods Butterfly Weekend from August 30 - September 1, 2025 Butterfly Weekend The festival celebrates the 2,000 mile journey of the monarch butterfly and will feature live butterflies, displays, videos and … [Read more...] about Butterfly Weekend at Blendon Woods
Family-friendly fun at New Albany Oktoberfest
New Albany Oktoberfest is a community festival held October 4, 2025 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 Joey & Jessica and sets from DJ Tommy Nutter. Adults can … [Read more...] about Family-friendly fun at New Albany Oktoberfest
2025 Upper Arlington Labor Day Arts Festival
The Upper Arlington Labor Day Arts Festival has been celebrating the arts with the community since 1966. More than 15,000 visitors come to UA on Labor Day to immerse themselves in hands-on art activities, live music as part of the UA Performance Series, and the opportunity to explore and purchase … [Read more...] about 2025 Upper Arlington Labor Day Arts Festival
Obetz ZucchiniFest and free concerts and more!
The Obetz ZucchiniFest returns to Fortress Obetz, the former Columbus Motor Speedway in Obetz on August 29 - September 1, 2025. The festival will include entertainment, FREE concerts, food, beer garden, a cruise-in and motorcycle show, and a fantastic parade. Admission is free, which … [Read more...] about Obetz ZucchiniFest and free concerts and more!
Explore Grandview: The Grandview Hop 2025
Spend the evening in Grandview on select Saturdays in summer months from 5 - 9 p.m., to celebrate the best that Grandview has to offer at the Grandview Hop. The Grandview Hop is Grandview’s summertime night market and community stroll - and is the perfect chance to enjoy the area. What to … [Read more...] about Explore Grandview: The Grandview Hop 2025
2025 Annual Columbus Greek Festival
The Annual Columbus Greek Festival is Labor Day Weekend, Friday, August 29 – Monday, September 1, 2025. The festival is a Central Ohio Labor Day weekend tradition which highlights Greek culture and features cathedral tours, authentic food and drink, exhibits, shops, music, dancing, and … [Read more...] about 2025 Annual Columbus Greek Festival
