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 2025. Don't miss the section … [Read more...] about Where to find Santa Pictures around Columbus
Thanksgiving
Call Butterball Turkey-Talk Line for prep and cooking help
It's time for turkey! Preparing and cooking a turkey is not as easy as you'd think, especially for first-timers. If you have questions, Butterball's Turkey-Talk Line has answers! Butterball's Turkey-Talk Line As the largest turkey producer in the United States, Butterball can help! The … [Read more...] about Call Butterball Turkey-Talk Line for prep and cooking help
Community Tree Lightings and Holiday Celebrations in Columbus
Columbus is made up with so many amazing communities that have their own traditions and special events for Christmas. No matter where you live, you'll get into the holiday spirit at any of these FREE Community Tree Lightings and Holiday Celebrations in Columbus. Go outside of your own … [Read more...] about Community Tree Lightings and Holiday Celebrations in Columbus
Columbus Christmas lights displays, and a Google map to find them!
Columbus LOVES Christmas lights! From free but amazing neighborhood displays, to immersive paid Christmas lights experiences, you'll find plenty of holiday joy around the city with the best Christmas lights in Columbus. Driving around to see Christmas lights is always fun during the holiday … [Read more...] about Columbus Christmas lights displays, and a Google map to find them!
FREE things to do Thanksgiving weekend with friends and family
Whether you have friends and family visiting for Thanksgiving Day Weekend, or you're looking for something to do to get out of the house, we have the list for you! We've gathered LOTS of things to do Thanksgiving weekend in Columbus besides eating turkey and shopping (though we included a … [Read more...] about FREE things to do Thanksgiving weekend with friends and family
2025 Worthington Holiday Open House and Tree Lighting
Head to Worthington Thanksgiving weekend to get into the holiday spirit with the Holiday Open House and Tree Lighting on Sunday, November 30, 2025. Stroll streets and enjoy musical entertainment during this traditional holiday festival. Sunday Funday Holiday Open House Old … [Read more...] about 2025 Worthington Holiday Open House and Tree Lighting
Order your Thanksgiving Meal To Go
Not everyone wants to or can spend hours in the kitchen cooking a Thanksgiving meal. If that describes you, consider ordering a fully cooked Thanksgiving meal to go from a grocery store or restaurant. You'll avoid crowded restaurants, and you can spend more time with your family, … [Read more...] about Order your Thanksgiving Meal To Go
Restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Columbus (and to-go options)
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)
Affordable Thanksgiving Meal from Target is Back: Under $20 feeds 4 in 2025
Target has brought back its popular Thanksgiving meal package, this time with an extra treat for those watching their holiday budgets. Cheap Thanksgiving Meal from Target Priced at under $20, the meal is designed to feed a family of four and includes turkey, stuffing, and five classic side … [Read more...] about Affordable Thanksgiving Meal from Target is Back: Under $20 feeds 4 in 2025
Cranksgiving Columbus Food Drive powered by bikes benefits CRC Food Pantry
Help out the Clintonville-Beechwold Community Resource Center Food Pantry and those they serve by joining in for Cranksgiving Columbus this holiday season. What is Cranksgiving? It's a food drive without the drive on Saturday, November 8, 2025 from 10 am - 2 pm! Cranksgiving combines cycling … [Read more...] about Cranksgiving Columbus Food Drive powered by bikes benefits CRC Food Pantry
Powell Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day
Make room for your Thanksgiving Meal by running the Powell Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving, November 27, 2025. Put your turkey in the oven (with supervision) and head to downtown Powell to run a few miles among friends. Not only will you feel good after the exercise, there will be plenty of … [Read more...] about Powell Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day
Turkey Trots and Holiday Races around Columbus
Whether you're a serious runner, or just want to have some fun with a festive walk, there are so many Thanksgiving Turkey Trots and and Festive Christmas and Holiday Races and Walks around Columbus. Gather your friends, some festive gear and lace up your running or walking shoes! Most of these … [Read more...] about Turkey Trots and Holiday Races around Columbus
Buy a turkey or pie for a good cause with the Fry Out Cancer Thanksgiving Fundraiser (plus volunteer opportunities)
Thanksgiving is coming up, and sometimes it's nice to outsource some of the cooking! Need just a turkey or some pies? The Fry Out Cancer Thanksgiving fundraiser is an amazing cause that can put food on your table, as well as families in need (all while fighting cancer!). Fry Out Cancer has been … [Read more...] about Buy a turkey or pie for a good cause with the Fry Out Cancer Thanksgiving Fundraiser (plus volunteer opportunities)
Free Thanksgiving meal from Ibotta after cash back
Some stores offer free or greatly discounted Thanksgiving turkeys. Ibotta steps it up and offers the whole Thanksgiving dinner for free! For the third year, Ibotta is offering its “Free Thanksgiving Dinner” program in an effort to feed millions of families for less this Thanksgiving. The … [Read more...] about Free Thanksgiving meal from Ibotta after cash back
Magic of Lights drive through experience at the Historic Crew Stadium
Not returning for 2023 The Historic Crew Stadium is aglow with holiday lights for the Magic of Lights drive through experience from Nov. 23rd - Jan. 1st, 2023. You'll drive through more than a mile of spectacular light displays with your favorite holiday scenes and characters. Don’t miss … [Read more...] about Magic of Lights drive through experience at the Historic Crew Stadium
