Take a hike on New Years Day and kick off the New Year by being active with First Day Hikes in Central Ohio or across the US! Start the New Year outdoors with fresh air, scenic trails, and a renewed focus on health and wellness. First Day Hikes are a popular New Years Day tradition across the … [Read more...] about First Day Hikes on New Years Day start the year off right
Fitness
New Year’s Day Hike at Char-Mar Ridge Park
Get outside to start off 2023 with a New Year's Day Hike at Char-Mar Ridge Park on Sunday, January 1, 2025 at 10 a.m. Kick off the new year by joining Preservation Parks for the annual first hike of the year. Hike 1.5 miles, and then celebrate with hot refreshments in the Visitor … [Read more...] about New Year’s Day Hike at Char-Mar Ridge Park
Skate Zone 71 Holiday and Winter Break Parties
With the cold and/or wet weather, it's harder to get the kids outside to run off energy. Head to Skate Zone 71 and let them skate off their energy. They offer skate sessions most days and have a bunch of holiday and winter break sessions with special guests, as well as other deals. Best yet, … [Read more...] about Skate Zone 71 Holiday and Winter Break Parties
Christmas in Ash Cave in Hocking Hills
Head to the Hills for Christmas in Ash Cave this holiday season. Ash Cave in Hocking Hills will feature a cozy holiday set up and activities on Saturday, December 14, 2024 from 5 pm - 7 pm. Christmas in Ash Cave This holiday program begins with a lighted walk along the paved … [Read more...] about Christmas in Ash Cave in Hocking Hills
Sign up now for Santa Race 5K and Little Reindeer Dash in Gahanna
Get some exercise along with holiday cheer at the Santa Race 5K and Little Reindeer Dash in Gahanna on Saturday, December 7, 2024. Festive dress is encouraged! Gahanna Santa Race 5k The Santa Race 5k begins at 9:05 a.m. on December 7th. Entry costs $35-$40 through Race Day … [Read more...] about Sign up now for Santa Race 5K and Little Reindeer Dash in Gahanna
Ice Skating in Dublin at the Dublin Ice Rink at Riverside Crossing Park
The City of Dublin brought back the ice rink to Riverside Crossing Park for winter fun in Dublin! The 3,200-square-foot rink is located in the lower plaza on the east side of the Dublin Link pedestrian bridge. This ice rink differs from the Ice Rink at Coffman Park, which requires freezing … [Read more...] about Ice Skating in Dublin at the Dublin Ice Rink at Riverside Crossing Park
Metro Parks Annual Winter Hike Series and Celebration
Get out and enjoy the fresh air in our beautiful metro parks this winter. Get healthy and enjoy the beautiful scenery around our metro parks with the Annual Winter Hike Series with Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks. For the 2024/2025 series, the hikes are not guided or … [Read more...] about Metro Parks Annual Winter Hike Series and Celebration
Family Nights at Worthington Community Center
The Worthington Community Center hosts Family Nights most Friday evenings throughout the year Kids of all ages enjoy the free fun, which includes arts and crafts, little tykes gym activities, and big kids' gym activities. There are themed activities and crafts to enjoy. The activities last … [Read more...] about Family Nights at Worthington Community Center
Support the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis this December
The Arthritis Foundation hosts the Jingle Bell Run or Walk on December 7, 2024, at Genoa Park / COSI in Downtown Columbus. Dress up in your festive holiday gear, tie on some jingle bells and help fight the nation's leading cause of disability. Every runner will receive a swag bag with a … [Read more...] about Support the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis this December
Join the Westerville Lions Rudolph Run/Walk 5K this holiday season!
Get ready to dash through the streets of Westerville at the annual Westerville Rudolph Run/Walk 5K, hosted by the Westerville Lions Club! This festive event is a great way to kick off the holiday season, with family-friendly fun, holiday costumes, and a community Christmas … [Read more...] about Join the Westerville Lions Rudolph Run/Walk 5K this holiday season!
Free Fitness around Columbus during the Winter
Want to get in shape for warmer weather? Working out can be expensive if you join a gym, but there are plenty of cheap or free fitness opportunities around Columbus throughout the winter! Don't slack off just because it's not January 1st! It's never too early or late to start! Check out these … [Read more...] about Free Fitness around Columbus during the Winter
Cranksgiving Columbus Food Drive powered by bikes benefits CRC Food Pantry
Help out the Clintonville-Beechwold Community Resource Center Food Pantry and those they serve by joining in for Cranksgiving Columbus this holiday season. What is Cranksgiving? It's a food drive without the drive on Saturday, November 16, 2024 from 10 am - 2 pm! Cranksgiving combines cycling … [Read more...] about Cranksgiving Columbus Food Drive powered by bikes benefits CRC Food Pantry
The Columbus Blue Jackets 5th Line 5K Race
The Columbus Blue Jackets and M3S Sports are hosting The 5th Line 5K Race presented by OhioHealth on February 9, 2025. The annual downtown road race offers runners and walkers an active way to celebrate the winter season with the Blue Jackets. The 5th Line 5K Race begins at 10 a.m. outside … [Read more...] about The Columbus Blue Jackets 5th Line 5K Race
Turkey Trots and Holiday Races around Columbus
Whether you're a serious runner, or just want to have some fun with a festive walk, there are so many Thanksgiving Turkey Trots and and Festive Christmas and Holiday Races and Walks around Columbus. Gather your friends, some festive gear and lace up your running or walking shoes! Most of these … [Read more...] about Turkey Trots and Holiday Races around Columbus
Witches on the water for the Columbus Witches Paddle (Warlocks welcome!)
The Scioto River may look a little spooky this Sunday when the witches hit the river for the 2024 Columbus Witches Paddle! The Wicked Witch of the West may melt in water, but these witches of the Midwest aren't afraid of water! Columbus Witches Paddle Got a paddleboard? Anyone is welcome to … [Read more...] about Witches on the water for the Columbus Witches Paddle (Warlocks welcome!)
