Thanksgiving can be stressful. Not everyone wants to (or can) spend hours in the kitchen making Thanksgiving. If you're looking to dine out for Thanksgiving (or carry out), the following restaurants are open on Thanksgiving Day around Columbus in 2024. There are also many options for heat and … [Read more...] about Restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Columbus (and to-go options)
Holiday Season
Santa Photos at Polaris Fashion Place
Don't miss Santa at Polaris Fashion Place, starting Friday, November 14, 2025 for his Grand Arrival and photos through the season. In addition to Santa Pictures, there's so much holiday fun going on through the season at Polaris, like holiday shopping markets, music, and more. Santa’s … [Read more...] about Santa Photos at Polaris Fashion Place
Daylight Savings Time ends this weekend (enjoy that extra hour!)
Everyone has an opinion on Daylight Saving Time - in many cases negative. There are also a lot of questions surrounding the "time change", such as "when is daylight savings time" and "why oh why do we have the time change". Many people struggle adjusting their internal clocks after daylight … [Read more...] about Daylight Savings Time ends this weekend (enjoy that extra hour!)
Annual TWIG Bazaar benefiting Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Get some holiday shopping done - and support an amazing cause - with the 102nd Annual TWIG Bazaar benefiting Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Annual TWIG Bazaar benefiting Nationwide Children’s Hospital The annual TWIG Bazaar is Sunday, November 9, 2025 from 10 am - 3 pm at Bridgewater Banquet … [Read more...] about Annual TWIG Bazaar benefiting Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Holiday Pops with Columbus Symphony Orchestra
It’s time to get tickets for the seasonal tradition of Holiday Pops with the Columbus Symphony Orchestra and Chorus performing holiday favorite and carols at the Ohio Theatre. The Columbus Symphony’s holiday tradition is back from December 5-7, 2025 with spectacular … [Read more...] about Holiday Pops with Columbus Symphony Orchestra
Best Teen Gifts and stocking stuffers!
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It can be SO hard to pick out teen gifts! Whether your teen is trendy, sporty, preppy, emo, or into art, theatre, music, school - or a mix of the above, we've got a teen gift guide for you! If some of these items seem like a throwback to your middle or high school days, that's not an … [Read more...] about Best Teen Gifts and stocking stuffers!
Pickerington Holiday Spirit: Shopping, Tree Lighting, breakfast with Santa, and more
Pickerington is full of Christmas spirit throughout the Christmas season, with shopping, Pickerington Holiday Gathering and Tree lighting, and more. Pickerington Village Shop Hop 2nd Thursday of each month, 4 pm - 8 pm Thursday, November 13, 2025 Thursday, December 11, 2025 All … [Read more...] about Pickerington Holiday Spirit: Shopping, Tree Lighting, breakfast with Santa, and more
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
Support the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis this December 6
The Arthritis Foundation hosts the Jingle Bell Run or Walk on December 6, 2025, at Genoa Park / COSI in Downtown Columbus. Dress up in your festive holiday gear, tie on some jingle bells and help fight the nation's leading cause of disability. Every runner will receive a swag bag with a … [Read more...] about Support the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis this December 6
Shop and celebrate local at HolidayVille in Clintonville
Experience Clintonville is hosting its largest holiday shopping event with HolidayVille on Sunday, December 7, 2025. This annual event features neighborhood merchants participating with specials and promotions for a neighborhood party that'll help you shop your Christmas list and get in the … [Read more...] about Shop and celebrate local at HolidayVille in Clintonville
Annual Lighting of The Licking County Courthouse
Head to Newark on the day after Thanksgiving for the Annual Lighting of the Licking County Courthouse on Friday, November 28, 2025 at 6pm. The beautiful Licking County Courthouse looks AMAZING all lit up, and courthouse square is filled with larger than life Christmas displays. Enjoy … [Read more...] about Annual Lighting of The Licking County Courthouse
Join the Westerville Lions Rudolph Run/Walk 5K this holiday season!
Get ready to dash through the streets of Westerville at the annual Westerville Rudolph Run/Walk 5K, hosted by the Westerville Lions Club! This festive event is a great way to kick off the holiday season, with family-friendly fun, holiday costumes, and a community Christmas … [Read more...] about Join the Westerville Lions Rudolph Run/Walk 5K this holiday season!
2025 Ohio Statehouse Tree Lighting and Holiday Festival – Dec 4
Bring the family downtown on Thursday, December 4, 2025 for the Ohio Statehouse Tree Lighting and Holiday Festival, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the Capitol Square complex. The free, family-friendly holiday festival kicks off with Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus at the Ohio Statehouse. The … [Read more...] about 2025 Ohio Statehouse Tree Lighting and Holiday Festival – Dec 4
Downtown Columbus features Wanderlights through Valentine’s weekend
Downtown Columbus comes alive during the holiday season with dazzling light displays and holiday fun! Check out these fun events for Christmas in Downtown Columbus! Wanderlights shines bright in Downtown Columbus November 21, 2025 - February 15, 2026 Downtown Columbus is getting a glow-up … [Read more...] about Downtown Columbus features Wanderlights through Valentine’s weekend
Capital University Tree Lighting Ceremony – Nov 12
Join Capital University on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 from 5 pm at Mount St. Plaza for the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. Enjoy carols, hot cocoa, and more by the fountain to enjoy the season at Capital University. They are collecting winter hats, coats, gloves, jeans, and hygiene … [Read more...] about Capital University Tree Lighting Ceremony – Nov 12
