The Easter bunny is hopping back to town for a beloved Easter event! Anthony-Thomas Candies is holding its annual Anthony-Thomas Easter Open House at the candy factory on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Anthony-Thomas Easter Open House Along with the free tour, you can … [Read more...] about Anthony-Thomas Easter Open House, with tours and the Bunny!
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Destination Hilliard Bunny Hop (and the Easter Bunny!) – Mar 28
Get ready for an egg-citing family adventure as Destination Hilliard's Bunny Hop makes a comeback on Saturday, March 28, 2026! Gather your little ones, grab those Easter baskets, and enjoy a hopping good time along Main Street from 9 am to 11 am. Hilliard businesses are filling up the … [Read more...] about Destination Hilliard Bunny Hop (and the Easter Bunny!) – Mar 28
Easter Egg Hunt and more 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 Easter Egg Hunt and more at Fortress Obetz
The top Free and Cheap things to do in Columbus
There are so many amazing things to do in Columbus that aren't going to break the bank. Here are some of the top free and cheap things to do in Columbus. This list only covers a fraction of the fun in Columbus (we live in an amazing city!), but we hope you'll find some new ideas. I'd love to hear … [Read more...] about The top Free and Cheap things to do in Columbus
2026 Dublin St. Patrick’s Day Parade and other Irish fun
The City of Dublin knows how to celebrate Irish fun, and they go all out for St. Patrick’s Day in Dublin! The Greenest & Grandest St. Patrick's Day Parade in Dublin returns in 2026, along other with other fun events that day! St. Patrick's Day in Dublin Saturday, March 14, … [Read more...] about 2026 Dublin St. Patrick’s Day Parade and other Irish fun
Pataskala Easter Egg Hunt with Easter bunny, activities, and 30,000+ eggs!
The Pataskala Easter Egg Hunt returns to Foundation park on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 1-4 pm. This is a FREE community event with activities for all ages and age-specific egg hunts. Kids can hunt for approx. 30,000 eggs, plus there are dozens of prizes and easter baskets! Other … [Read more...] about Pataskala Easter Egg Hunt with Easter bunny, activities, and 30,000+ eggs!
Celebrate Easter with Worthington Bunny Hop
Get ready to hop into the most exciting family event of the year in Worthington for Easter! The Worthington Bunny Hop is on Friday, March 27, 2026 from 6 pm - 8 pm. The Bunny Hop in Worthington has something for everyone, including music, crafts, vendors, candy & prizes, a … [Read more...] about Celebrate Easter with Worthington Bunny Hop
YMCA Enchanted Evening parent/child night out
Join the YMCA of Central Ohio and Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks for an Enchanted Evening event at the Highbanks Metropark Nature Center on Sunday, February 22, 2026 from 6 pm - 7:30 pm. YMCA Enchanted Evening Enjoy food, crafts, a campfire, scavenger hunts, entertainment, and … [Read more...] about YMCA Enchanted Evening parent/child night out
Upcoming free and cheap events for kids
Looking for something fun to do with the kids? We've gathered a list of free and cheap events for kids and families to enjoy. We've included events for kids of all ages, from babies to teenagers, so make sure you check the links to see what activities are appropriate for your kids. You'll find … [Read more...] about Upcoming free and cheap events for kids
Kids can try Hockey for Free with Columbus Blue Jackets GOAL program
Looking for something new and exciting for your kids to try? Kids can Try Hockey For Free with the Columbus Blue Jackets GOAL - Get Out And Learn! Program. The Blue Jackets GOAL! program powered by Performance Columbus is designed for boys and girls, ages 5-9, with no prior hockey experience … [Read more...] about Kids can try Hockey for Free with Columbus Blue Jackets GOAL program
Free books for kids with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio
The Ohio Governor’s Imagination Library is working to improve early childhood literacy across Ohio by joining forces with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to provide books to babies and young children in Ohio. They are providing books to children each month starting at birth. They hope that … [Read more...] about Free books for kids with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio
Book sales and fun events at Upper Arlington Public Library
Upper Arlington Public Library offers many fun and educational programs for children ages 0-18 through the Youth Services program, as well as events for adults, all year long. With three branches in the UAPL system, you'll always find something to do! Friends of the Upper Arlington Library Book … [Read more...] about Book sales and fun events at Upper Arlington Public Library
Ohioana Book Festival – Cancelled for 2026
CANCELLED FOR 2026 The Ohioana Book Festival returns to the Columbus Metropolitan Library on Saturday, May 3, 2025. Held each spring, the Festival welcomes roughly 140 authors and more than 3,000 visitors every year. This free event celebrates Ohio authors and has events for … [Read more...] about Ohioana Book Festival – Cancelled for 2026
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
Annual Hocking Hills Winter Hike: Old Mans Cave to Ash Cave
January seems to be the time of year everyone commits to fitness. Start it off right and brave the cold this winter by taking part in Hocking Hills Annual Winter Hike on Saturday, January 17, 2026. Annual Hocking Hills Winter Hike Join the Annual Hocking Hills Winter Hike to view the … [Read more...] about Annual Hocking Hills Winter Hike: Old Mans Cave to Ash Cave
