In October, Krispy Kreme celebrates Spooky season, and they serve up spooky fun doughnuts through October 31. Krispy Kreme® teamed up with Warner Bros.™ for a playfully spooky Looney Tunes™ Halloween Doughnut Collection. Meet four NEW doughnuts inspired by Bugs Bunny™, Tweety™ & … [Read more...] about Halloween at Krispy Kreme
Food events
Celebrate Italian traditions with Columbus Italian Festival (Oct 9-11)
Take a staycation to Italy with the Columbus Italian Festival on October 9-11, 2026 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 9-11)
Buy a turkey or pie for a good cause with the Fry Out Cancer Thanksgiving Fundraiser (plus volunteer opportunities)
Thanksgiving is coming up, and sometimes it's nice to outsource some of the cooking! Need just a turkey or some pies? The Fry Out Cancer Thanksgiving fundraiser is an amazing cause that can put food on your table, as well as families in need (all while fighting cancer!). Fry Out Cancer has been … [Read more...] about Buy a turkey or pie for a good cause with the Fry Out Cancer Thanksgiving Fundraiser (plus volunteer opportunities)
Sample the best at Taste of Bexley
Enjoy all the delicious food Bexley has to offer with a Taste of Bexley on Sunday, October 11, 2026 from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm. Taste of Bexley There will be 30+ food and dessert vendors in attendance to serve all kinds of local food that we have available in Bexley and surrounding … [Read more...] about Sample the best at Taste of Bexley
2026 National Coffee Day – where to get free coffee on Sept 29
Coffee lovers can stay buzzed all day "on the cheap" for National Coffee Day 2026. If any food or beverage deserves a National Day, it's coffee...it's the stuff that many of us run on. On September 29, 2026, you can get your fill with these perks. We'll add more offers as we discover them, but as … [Read more...] about 2026 National Coffee Day – where to get free coffee on Sept 29
Columbus Mac and Cheese Festival
Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food for many, so get ready to be comforted at the Columbus Mac and Cheese Festival at The Yard at Easton Town Center. Get cheesy on Friday, September 25, 2026 from 4-7:30 p.m. - and it's all for a good cause to #MacOutCancer for the adolescent and young … [Read more...] about Columbus Mac and Cheese Festival
Burgers deals for (614) Burger and Beer Week (Oct 20-25)
A match made in heaven...burgers and beer. A good burger can easily run $15+, but during the Annual (614) Burger and Beer Week you'll get a bargain. From October 19-24, 2026, you can enjoy specialty burger creations at a discount! Order a craft beer special on the side (where … [Read more...] about Burgers deals for (614) Burger and Beer Week (Oct 20-25)
Get caffeinated on the Columbus Coffee Trail – and earn swag!
Whether you drink your coffee black, prefer your creamer with a splash of coffee, or order some fancy coffee concoction, you can get your fill of the good stuff on the Columbus Coffee Trail with Experience Columbus. If you love coffee as much as I do, your morning is probably incomplete … [Read more...] about Get caffeinated on the Columbus Coffee Trail – and earn swag!
The Hills Market $5 Pancake Breakfast
Celebrate the weekend with the famous $5 Pancake Breakfast at The Hills Market in Worthington. Every Saturday and Sunday on the beautiful veranda starting in May, you can enjoy 2 huge pancakes (plain, chocolate chip, or blueberry), plus sausage and coffee for just $5! Enjoy a Mimosa … [Read more...] about The Hills Market $5 Pancake Breakfast
Catch a Caffeine Buzz at Columbus Coffee Festival: Oct 3-4
If coffee is what makes your world go round (or at least makes your morning bearable), don't miss the annual Columbus Coffee Fest! Meet local coffee shops, tastes the goods, and buy some beans and swag if you wish! Tickets sell out fast, so get yours while you can! Pick your session … [Read more...] about Catch a Caffeine Buzz at Columbus Coffee Festival: Oct 3-4
Cruise into these Bike Nights in Columbus
The weather is warming up, which means Bike Nights in Columbus are about to begin! Whether you have a motorcycle, or you just enjoy looking, all are welcome to enjoy these fun nights outside. Bike Nights usually offer live music, food and drink specials, and of course, lots of … [Read more...] about Cruise into these Bike Nights in Columbus
Try all the local goodies at Taste of Clintonville – Oct 1
See what goodies Clintonville has to offer with Taste of Clintonville on Thursday, October 1, 2026 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. This delicious event will take place at Mozart’s (4784 N. High St.), hosted by Experience Clintonville. 2026 Taste of Clintonville You'll enjoy samples … [Read more...] about Try all the local goodies at Taste of Clintonville – Oct 1
Hilliard Taste of the Town showcases local restaurants – Oct 14
The Hilliard Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Taste of the Town is scheduled for Wednesday, October 14, 2026. Hilliard Taste of the Town Enjoy tasty samples from Hilliard area restaurants at the Taste of the Town on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. at The … [Read more...] about Hilliard Taste of the Town showcases local restaurants – Oct 14
DQ Deals: BOGO 99 cent Blizzards and Fall Flavor Treats
While the cool treats and hot eats are good all year round at DQ, they just hit differently when you get a great deal. Fall flavors are coming, and you aren't going to want to miss this season of blizzards! If you haven't already, you can subscribe to Columbus on the Cheap’s daily email, … [Read more...] about DQ Deals: BOGO 99 cent Blizzards and Fall Flavor Treats
Deals for National Cheeseburger Day on September 18!
What makes a hamburger better? Cheese! National Cheeseburger Day is September 18, 2025, and there's no shame if you have one for lunch AND dinner. Some of these deals make it affordable to have more than one cheeseburger to celebrate. Locally-owned restaurants may offer a special deal on this day … [Read more...] about Deals for National Cheeseburger Day on September 18!
