Over 170 options for fun this weekend in Columbus

Have fun in Columbus this weekend with free and cheap events! Find plenty of things to do in Columbus!

You’ll also find Fall and Halloween fun, date ideas, outdoor activities, and so much more!

Some events may require advance registration, so check links. We’ll add more as we hear of them, and you can always find a complete list on our Calendar page.

Val’s Weekend Picks: October 30-Nov 1

Looking for a few ideas without scrolling through the whole calendar? Here are some events to consider this weekend, from fall color to free Halloween fun. It’s Halloween weekend, so there’s plenty happening!

🧙‍♀️ Trick or Treat

While most Central Ohio communities hold trick-or-treat on Thursday, some have Beggars’ Night on Halloween itself! Fun/weird fact: People in other parts of the country are often surprised that Ohio doesn’t always celebrate trick-or-treat on October 31. Check the trick-or-treat schedule here to find your community’s date and time.

🍁 Peak Fall Color 
The Fall Colors are finally popping reds, yellows, and oranges. It’s a great weekend to get outside for a hike or scenic drive before the leaves are gone. Check out these great places to see fall color in Ohio.

💋👠⚡ Rocky Horror Picture Show at Studio 35
Weird, creepy, and perfect for Halloween night! Catch the cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show at Studio 35, featuring the Fishnet Mafia. Details here!

🦇 Haunted Houses, Haunted Woods, and other scares
If you love a jump scare or being chased with a (probably) fake chainsaw, this is your last weekend to hit up many of Central Ohio’s seasonal haunts until next year. Find them all here!

🐐 Last chance for Olentangy Caverns!
We loooove this place! There’s plenty of family fun, and you only pay for the activities you choose. The animal feeding area is our favorite — we just love goats so much! Make time for a visit before the season wraps up on Sunday! See what they offer here.

🎃 Last chance for Pumpkins Aglow + Community Day on Sunday
Every season at Franklin Park Conservatory is special, but Pumpkins Aglow is a fan-favorite fall tradition. Special event tickets are required, and this is your last weekend to see the glowing pumpkin displays.

Looking for a more budget-friendly option? Sunday, November 1, is Community Day at Franklin Park Conservatory, when Columbus and Franklin County residents can receive free general admission with ID. It’s a great chance to explore the conservatory without paying regular admission. Details here!

Want more choices? Browse the full weekend calendar below for events by day. Check individual listings for registration requirements and updates before heading out.

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