It seems too early, but it's time to get serious about planning for the holidays! Some Holiday, Polar Express, and Santa Trains are accepting reservations and many will book up way before the season begins! Christmas train rides are a magical journey for children, and a holiday tradition that … [Read more...] about Book your Polar Express, Santa Trains, and Christmas Train Rides in Ohio
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WCOL Winter Wonder Jam features Ashley McBryde (Presale tickets avail now!)
92.3 WCOL, Columbus’s #1 for New Country, brings country music stars together for one incredible night at the 2024 Winter Wonder Jam on Friday, December 6, 2024. Celebrate the best time of the year with holiday cheer and a star-studded lineup of performers, including GRAMMY Award … [Read more...] about WCOL Winter Wonder Jam features Ashley McBryde (Presale tickets avail now!)
Indoor and Outdoor Ice Skating in Columbus
Ice skating is a favorite wintertime activity, and there are several options for ice skating in Columbus, whether you want to brave the outdoor cold on skating ponds, or stick to indoor ice skating rinks. Ice skate rental is not available at most natural outdoor skating rinks, and may cost extra … [Read more...] about Indoor and Outdoor Ice Skating in Columbus
Merry Christmas from Columbus on the Cheap
Merry Christmas to our amazing readers! I hope you are having an wonderful holiday season and have been able to enjoy some of the events and activities we've shared. There's still time to enjoy some holiday and winter break fun, so I wanted to leave you some links that you may … [Read more...] about Merry Christmas from Columbus on the Cheap
Where’s Santa? How to Track Santa on Christmas Eve
Looking for Santa? There are several ways to track Santa on his flight for Christmas Eve and Christmas morning! Track Santa with NORAD Since 1955, NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense Command) has kept track of Santa's Sleigh flying through the sky. Starting on Christmas Eve, kids all … [Read more...] about Where’s Santa? How to Track Santa on Christmas Eve
How to recycle your Christmas tree in Columbus (to the goats, birds and more)
When it's time to take down your Christmas tree, you'll need to know how to properly dispose of it if you purchased a real tree. There are multiple ways to recycle your Christmas tree, including curbside pickup, drop-off locations for mulching, easy backyard composting, or you can even give it to … [Read more...] about How to recycle your Christmas tree in Columbus (to the goats, birds and more)
Krispy Kreme Day of the Dozens: BOGO original-glazed dozen for $1
Its time for 12 doughnuts of Christmas (for $1!) at Krispy Kreme! On Tuesday, December 12, Krispy Kreme celebrates the “Day of the Dozens” with the sweetest deal of the season. Krispy Kreme Day of the Dozens On 12/12, buy any dozen doughnuts (including the … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme Day of the Dozens: BOGO original-glazed dozen for $1
Free and Cheap Activities for Winter Break in Columbus
In addition to all of the holiday fun and family gatherings over Christmas break, you'll probably encounter bored kids or will just need to get out of the house. There are plenty of free and cheap activities for winter break in Columbus, so plan ahead to keep the kids from complaining. This … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Activities for Winter Break in Columbus
Get Rakuten Ebates Cash back for Online Shopping
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It's time to start your holiday shopping, and you can earn cash back for shopping at your favorite stores by going through Rakuten (f.k.a. Ebates) - no strings attached! Thousands of stores participate with 1-25% cash back on your whole order, plus you'll usually find coupon codes that may … [Read more...] about Get Rakuten Ebates Cash back for Online Shopping
What’s open on Christmas Day in Columbus
No matter if you've checked your list twice (or 5 times), sometimes you need to know what's open on Christmas Day in Columbus. Reminder: pick up extra batteries BEFORE Christmas Day! Or maybe you just need to take a break from family and get out of the house! Maybe you suddenly … [Read more...] about What’s open on Christmas Day in Columbus
Holidays with Grandview Heights Public Library
Enjoy the holidays with Grandview Heights Public Library, including Letters to Santa, holiday-themed story festivals, and more. Letters to Santa with GHPL Send a letter to Santa and let him know your holiday wishes starting November 27! You can use holiday templates provided by the library, or … [Read more...] about Holidays with Grandview Heights Public Library
$6 holiday movies Season’s Screenings Retro Series at Marcus Theatres
Watch your favorite holiday movies on the big screen at Marcus Theatres with the Season's Screenings Retro Series from November 26 - December 21, 2023. Holiday Movies Retro Series Schedule November 26-30, 2023 Dr. Suess' The Grinch Spirited December 1-7, 2023 Dr. … [Read more...] about $6 holiday movies Season’s Screenings Retro Series at Marcus Theatres
Oakland Nursery Holiday Season and Santa visits
Oakland Nursery locations around Columbus are a must-visit tradition during the Holiday season. From visits with Santa, live music, reindeer, carriage rides, and all of the beauty of Christmas, it's a great stop to get in the spirit of the season. Oakland Nursery always has an … [Read more...] about Oakland Nursery Holiday Season and Santa visits
Classic Holiday Films at Gateway Film Center
Gateway Film Center is showing their Holiday Classics Film Series every weekend through December 25, 2023. Gateway Film Center features holiday craft brews, holiday cocktails, as well as seasonal theater candy and lots of holiday spirit. 2023 Holiday Classics Film admission Holiday … [Read more...] about Classic Holiday Films at Gateway Film Center
Jolabokaflod is a cozy holiday tradition that you’ll want to start
The Christmas season is such a rush of events, shopping, decorating, wrapping, prepping, cooking and socializing, that it can feel rushed and stressful. End the wind-up to the season with the peaceful and indulgent Christmas eve Icelandic tradition of Jólabókaflóðið. What is … [Read more...] about Jolabokaflod is a cozy holiday tradition that you’ll want to start
