The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow returns to Heritage Park in Westerville! Wind your way through the enchanting trail of 1,500 carved glowing pumpkins. There are fun activities included with admission for more of a festival experience. The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow From … [Read more...] about 1000’s of carved pumpkins at The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow (Oct 16-19)
Holiday Season
100+ events celebrating Fall and Halloween in Columbus
Fall is one of the greatest seasons in Ohio, with cooler weather and so much to do. There are over 100 events celebrating fall and Halloween in Columbus for 2025! There's no shortage of fun, fall festivals, pumpkins, and spooky (or silly) Halloween events. You'll find pumpkin patches, … [Read more...] about 100+ events celebrating Fall and Halloween in Columbus
Day of the Dead Festival at Green Lawn Cemetery
Green Lawn Cemetery is again hosting a vibrant celebration of DĂa de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead festival in Columbus on Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 10 am - 6 pm. This Mexican holiday honors loved ones who have passed, blending traditional elements such as ofrendas … [Read more...] about Day of the Dead Festival at Green Lawn Cemetery
Fall beauty and Pumpkins Aglow returns to Franklin Park Conservatory
It's about to get spooky fun at Franklin Park Conservatory with Pumpkins Aglow! Experience the magic of the harvest season at the Conservatory under the stars, surrounded by glowing pumpkins and enchanting scenery. While the Harvest Blooms exhibition is the daytime attraction in the fall, … [Read more...] about Fall beauty and Pumpkins Aglow returns to Franklin Park Conservatory
Wag-O-Ween at Pins: Halloween Dog Costume Contest (Oct 19)
Get the pups ready for Wag-O-Ween, the spookiest dog costume contest of the year, at Pins Mechanical Co.! Join the fun on Sunday, October 19, 2025, from 5-7 p.m. at Dublin’s Bridge Park location. Dress up your pup and let them strut their spooky stuff for the chance to win exciting prizes … [Read more...] about Wag-O-Ween at Pins: Halloween Dog Costume Contest (Oct 19)
Witchy ladies night with Leeds Farm Witches Night Out (Sep 24)
Leeds Farm hosts a fun fall event for ladies only! Grab your broom and your friends to enjoy a girls' night out at Leeds Farm for Witches Night Out to fight breast cancer on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, from 6 - 8:30 p.m. Don your witch gear and enjoy dinner and sweets, bubbling witches … [Read more...] about Witchy ladies night with Leeds Farm Witches Night Out (Sep 24)
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Boo at the Zoo is merry, not scary!
Get ready for lighthearted Halloween fun without the fright during the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium's annual Boo at the Zoo celebration. This merry-not-scary, frightfully delightful event will take place the following weekends of October 2025. October 10-12, 17-19, and 24-26, 2025 Join the … [Read more...] about Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Boo at the Zoo is merry, not scary!
Upper Arlington Fall Fest
Upper Arlington is celebrating the changing season with Fall Fest on Sunday, October 5, 2025, from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. at Fancyburg Park. Upper Arlington Fall Fest Take a hay ride and pick and decorate a pumpkin, then allow the kids to bounce, slide, and all the fall fun and … [Read more...] about Upper Arlington Fall Fest
Celebrate Father’s Day in Columbus
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Dear ole' dad...it's almost his day! Celebrate dad with these restaurants deals and activities for Father's Day in Columbus on Sunday, June 15, 2025! My "poor" dad has 6 daughters. That's right...no boys, though he now has sons-in-law and grandsons at least. The above photo … [Read more...] about Celebrate Father’s Day in Columbus
Father’s Day freebies and discounts
Father's Day is Sunday, June 15, 2025, and many restaurants are offering discounts and freebies to help make celebrating with Dad a little easier on the wallet. We'll be adding to the list as more offers come in, so make sure to check back often. Don't forget to check out ways to celebrate … [Read more...] about Father’s Day freebies and discounts
Father’s Day gift ideas
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Father’s Day is Sunday, June 15 and it’s time to start thinking about how you want to show appreciation for the favorite dads in your life. We've gathered some Father's Day gift ideas to help you come up with something Dad will love! Most dads would appreciate some family time and a good meal … [Read more...] about Father’s Day gift ideas
Free ‘Gone Fishing’ event at Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops for kids
Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s are aiming to get kids interested in fishing with their FREE fishing activities for kids at the Gone Fishing event near Father's Day. June 6-8 and 13-15, 2025 from 11am-3pm 'Gone Fishing' event at Cabela's and Bass Pro Shops features catch-and-release ponds, … [Read more...] about Free ‘Gone Fishing’ event at Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops for kids
July 4th Fireworks, Parades, and Celebrations around Columbus
"The Land of the Free, and the Home of the Brave..." Celebrating the 4th of July is a big deal in Columbus! In addition to Red, White and Boom, which is one of the largest fireworks displays in the Midwest, there are so many July 4th celebrations, parades, and fireworks in Columbus in early … [Read more...] about July 4th Fireworks, Parades, and Celebrations around Columbus
Columbus Modern Dance Company Mother’s Day Tea in the Garden
Modern dance & afternoon tea among the topiaries – what better way to spend Mother’s Day weekend than with the Annual Columbus Modern Dance Company Mother’s Day Tea in the Garden performance? Columbus Modern Dance Company in Topiary Park CoMo Dance returns to Columbus gem, the … [Read more...] about Columbus Modern Dance Company Mother’s Day Tea in the Garden
Columbus Gift Guide: Teacher Gifts
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Need a small gift of appreciation for someone in your life? This list of small gift ideas is great for teacher gifts, hostess gifts, as well as office, friend, or extended family gifts - basically, any adult in your life! Most people have enough "stuff", so aim for gifts that are … [Read more...] about Columbus Gift Guide: Teacher Gifts
