There's a lot going on this time of year: back-to-school, fall fun, and....Cones for the Cure! You can enjoy FREE Graeter's ice cream AND help find a cure for cancer with Graeter's and The Cure Starts Now. The annual Cones for the Cure campaign runs from September 4-14, 2025 to raise … [Read more...] about Free Ice Cream for a cause: Graeter’s Cones for the Cure Campaign
Food events
Catch a Caffeine Buzz at Columbus Coffee Fest
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 … [Read more...] about Catch a Caffeine Buzz at Columbus Coffee Fest
Try all the local goodies at Taste of Clintonville
See what goodies Clintonville has to offer with Taste of Clintonville on Thursday, October 2, 2025 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. 2025 Taste of Clintonville You'll enjoy samples … [Read more...] about Try all the local goodies at Taste of Clintonville
Lobster Roll Days at the Hills Market
You don't have to be near the beach to enjoy fresh lobster rolls this month! Don't miss Lobster Roll Days at the Hills Market in Worthington Hills on Saturdays in August from noon - 4 pm. Enjoy freshly made lobster salad on a buttered & toasted New England roll along … [Read more...] about Lobster Roll Days at the Hills Market
Lobster Rolls in August at Charmy’s Market Downtown
Charmy's Market opened in Spring 2025 at 95 N. Grant Ave, the former location of The Hill's Market Downtown. Customers can expect the same locally sourced, fresh products, and some new and exciting offerings. The new owners are the two women behind Charmy’s Persian Taste restaurant, which … [Read more...] about Lobster Rolls in August at Charmy’s Market Downtown
Sample the best at Taste of Bexley (Oct 18)
Enjoy all the delicious food Bexley has to offer with a Taste of Bexley on Monday, October 13, 2025 from 5:30 pm - 8 pm. Taste of Bexley There will be thirty-six 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 (Oct 18)
National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day (and great cookies around Cbus!)
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National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day is Monday, August 4! Need an excuse to enjoy a chocolate chip cookie? This is your chance! Whether you like your cookies crunchy or chewy, with dark or milk chocolate chips, homemade, bakery, or store-bought (nah), make sure you enjoy a cookie in honor of … [Read more...] about National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day (and great cookies around Cbus!)
Free Root Beer Floats at A&W for National Root Beer Float Day – Aug 6
National Root Beer Float Day is August 6, and you don't want to miss this cool freebie from A&W Restaurants! Grab a FREE creamy Root Beer Float at A&W Restaurants on August 6, 2025 to celebrate this tasty treat! A&W Root Beer and rich, creamy vanilla soft serve — it doesn't get … [Read more...] about Free Root Beer Floats at A&W for National Root Beer Float Day – Aug 6
Grove City Bourbon and Spirits Festival
If you love bourbon and other distilled beverages, and want to try some without spending a lot of money, don't miss the Annual Heart of Grove City Bourbon and Spirits Festival, formerly the Bourbon Tasting. On Saturday, August 9, 2025 from 1 p.m. - 10 p.m., sample liquors from awesome … [Read more...] about Grove City Bourbon and Spirits Festival
2025 National Ice Cream Day deals in Columbus
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National Ice Cream Day is Sunday, July 20, 2025, and you can find deals and freebies all over the city! Click on the link for details. We won't tell if you enjoy more than one of these offers (or 3!) on Sunday - just watch out for brain freeze! If you haven't already, you … [Read more...] about 2025 National Ice Cream Day deals in Columbus
1/2 price slices for National Cheesecake Day at The Cheesecake Factory
The Cheesecake Factory is celebrating National Cheesecake Day on July 30, 2025. Cheesecake Rewards members can enjoy Any Slice, Half Price! National Cheesecake Day There are more than 30 cheesecake flavors to choose, from the simple original cheesecake to the super decadent rich … [Read more...] about 1/2 price slices for National Cheesecake Day at The Cheesecake Factory
National Tequila Day specials on July 24
National Tequila Day is Thursday, July 24, 2025! I'm not much of a "shots" person, so I prefer my tequila in a margarita. Do you order your margaritas on the rocks or frozen, salt or sugar? Rocks/salt for me please! If you're looking for a place to celebrate, you might as well take advantage … [Read more...] about National Tequila Day specials on July 24
Free Tea Day at McAlister’s Deli on July 17
McAlister's Deli is known for their iced tea, and they celebrate every year with Free Tea Day! On Thursday, July 17, 2025, all customers get a free Big tea! Although McAlister's is famous for its sweet tea, it will also treat you to the unsweetened version, if that's your preference. As a … [Read more...] about Free Tea Day at McAlister’s Deli on July 17
Re-Slice of Columbus Pizza Tasting
Love pizza?? Re-Slice of Columbus is back on September 18, 2025 from 6 pm - 9 pm. This awesome, tasty pizza-slinging event is organized by the Development Board of Nationwide Children's Hospital. Re-Slice, a twist on the beloved Slice of Columbus, presented by the … [Read more...] about Re-Slice of Columbus Pizza Tasting
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)
