With the cold and/or wet weather, it's harder to get the kids outside to run off energy. Head to Skate Zone 71 and let them skate off their energy. They offer skate sessions most days and have a bunch of holiday and winter break sessions with special guests, as well as other deals. Best yet, … [Read more...] about Skate Zone 71 Holiday and Winter Break Parties
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Where to find Santa Pictures around Columbus
Santa makes his appearance all over Columbus for the holiday season, so get out your festive clothing for Santa Pictures! This list isn't anywhere near all-inclusive, as he's hard to keep track of, but here are some options for photos with Santa around Columbus for 2023. Don't miss the section … [Read more...] about Where to find Santa Pictures around Columbus
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
Photos with Santa at Easton are just $10, or take your own!
Pull out the cute festive clothing for your kids for a photo you'll treasure for years! Get photos with Santa at Easton at the North Pole, located in Easton Town Center's North District near Tiffany & Co. from November 17 - December 24, 2023. Photos with Santa at Easton are some of the … [Read more...] about Photos with Santa at Easton are just $10, or take your own!
Your 2023 Guide to Christmas and Holiday Events in Columbus
There are so many events to enjoy the Christmas and Holiday season in Columbus, including family activities, date ideas, community tree lightings, and more. More details can be found through the links, or on the individual event websites. Mark your calendars so you don't miss … [Read more...] about Your 2023 Guide to Christmas and Holiday Events in Columbus
Cookies with Santa and Breakfast with Santa around Columbus
There's something magical about sharing cookies or breakfast with Santa. There are plenty of opportunities for breakfast with Santa around Columbus, as well as cookies or lunch/dinner with Santa. These events are great opportunities to get photos with Santa, and will create lasting … [Read more...] about Cookies with Santa and Breakfast with Santa around Columbus
Great gifts for your parents or grandparents
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Every year I struggle with what gifts to get my parents. They are HARD to buy for (whether its Christmas, birthdays, or their anniversary), because if they need something, they buy it. It takes more thought to come up with what they need (but don't know they need), or what I know they'd … [Read more...] about Great gifts for your parents or grandparents
Get Rakuten Ebates Cash back for Online Shopping
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A Winter Day on the Farm
Celebrate the holiday spirit as people would have in the 1930s at A Winter Day on the Farm at Gallant Farm Preserve on Saturday, December 9, 2023 from 10 am - 4 pm. Spend the day on the farm helping costumed interpreters prepare for guests. Enjoy making period crafts and taste some … [Read more...] about A Winter Day on the Farm
Sending Letters to Santa in Columbus and where to find Santa’s Mailbox
Naughty or nice, it's time for kids to write their Letters to Santa! There are drop-off locations for Santa's Mailbox around Columbus that will be sent to the North Pole for Santa to read. It's a great way to get kids excited about the holiday season and to make sure they stay on the 'good' … [Read more...] about Sending Letters to Santa in Columbus and where to find Santa’s Mailbox
Merry Tacky Christmas at Brew Dog Short North
Tis the season to be tacky with BrewDog Short North! BrewDog Short North is in the full spirit of the holiday season with its over-the-top decorated Tacky Christmas bar! BrewDog Short North Tacky Christmas Bring your crew to BrewDog Short North for a holiday wonderland. Feel … [Read more...] about Merry Tacky Christmas at Brew Dog Short North
Jólabókaflóðið 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 Jólabókaflóðið is a cozy holiday tradition that you’ll want to start
Central Ohio Model Railroad Club Holiday Open House
Central Ohio Model Railroad Club is hosting Holiday Weekends with Model Trains starting Thanksgiving weekend. Central Ohio Model Railroad Club Holiday Open House The annual holiday open house with COMRC starts on Friday, November 24, 2023, and runs every every Saturday and Sunday through … [Read more...] about Central Ohio Model Railroad Club Holiday Open House
Where to shop local in Columbus for the Holidays
I think everyone can agree that its SO important to shop local this holiday season when possible. We're gathering a list featuring places to shop local in Columbus and surrounding areas to support area businesses. Most of these lists are compiled by visitors bureaus, chambers of … [Read more...] about Where to shop local in Columbus for the Holidays
Celebrate the Wonder of Christmas Open House at Davis-Shai House
Davis-Shai House, located in Heath, Ohio, is a cultural arts, event, & banquet center operated by the Heath Community Arts Council. The beautiful 1861 Gothic Revival home provides the perfect backdrop for a festive holiday event. Davis-Shai House Making Spirits Bright Christmas Open … [Read more...] about Celebrate the Wonder of Christmas Open House at Davis-Shai House
