If you’re looking for a fun and creative day out in Columbus, the Columbus Museum of Art (CMA) is a top choice for all ages! With Free Sundays, $5 Thursday evenings, and a big lineup exhibitions and events, it a gem for locals and visitors alike. CMA Admission and Hours Columbus Museum of … [Read more...] about Columbus Museum of Art Free Sundays, $5 Thursdays and more
Free
IHOP serves free pancakes for charity on National Pancake Day
Flip for a free short stack! In celebration of National Pancake Day, IHOP is serving FREE pancakes for a good cause. IHOP: Free pancakes for National Pancake Day On Tuesday, March 3, 2026 more than 1,500 IHOP locations will be flipping FREE short stacks of three buttermilk pancakes … [Read more...] about IHOP serves free pancakes for charity on National Pancake Day
KidsLinked Columbus Bunny Visits and KidsFests in Hilliard and UA
KidsLinked.com puts of fun and free festivals throughout the year all over the city. These KidsFest events are planned with kids and parents in mind! They featured fun and freebies, scavenger hunts, games, and activities for kids, plus vendors with great resources for parents. Past … [Read more...] about KidsLinked Columbus Bunny Visits and KidsFests in Hilliard and UA
Easter Bunny Bash at LC New Albany offers free family fun
Families are invited to hop over to the Easter Bunny Bash at LC New Albany on Saturday, April 4, 2026, starting at 1:00 PM. LC Gahanna Easter Bunny Bash Families can enjoy a fun-filled afternoon for all ages including an Easter egg hunt, face painting, balloon twisting, cotton candy, … [Read more...] about Easter Bunny Bash at LC New Albany offers free family fun
Guide to all the free fun at the Columbus Metro Parks
The Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks are one of the great overlooked resources in our city - and nearly every program is free! With 20+ locations, you're never far from several Columbus Metro Parks. You'll find 75 miles of bike trails, 230 miles of trails, natural play areas, and so much … [Read more...] about Guide to all the free fun at the Columbus Metro Parks
Anthony-Thomas Easter Open House, with tours and the Bunny!
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!
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
Free Comic Book Day back in May
Free Comic Book Day returns to the first Saturday of May. Participating comic books shops across America will be giving away a free comic book to anyone who comes in. A committee of comic shop retailers chose 45+ titles to be available on Free Comic Book Day: eleven Gold Sponsor comics and … [Read more...] about Free Comic Book Day back in May
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
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
