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Cheryl’s Cookies Holiday Preview Party

Cheryl's Cookies are a favorite in Columbus, and their treats are always a hit on a holiday cookie tray or as a gift! Stock up NOW with the Cheryl's Cookies Holiday Preview Party at all retail stores, and save on these tasty sweets. From November 13-19, 2023, take 25% off all Holiday gifts. … [Read more...] about Cheryl’s Cookies Holiday Preview Party

Huntington Holiday Train at Columbus Metropolitan Library

The Columbus Metropolitan Main Branch Library is a family-favorite holiday destination with the beloved Huntington Holiday Train. Make it a stop on your holiday lights viewing, or come for the Holiday Open House.  Huntington Holiday Train at the Main Library View this huge display from … [Read more...] about Huntington Holiday Train at Columbus Metropolitan Library

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

Take a festive ride around the Town with Easton Holiday Carriage Rides

Take a festive trip around Easton Town Center with Holiday Carriage Rides on the weekends after the Grand Illumination at Easton. Enjoy the holiday lights of Easton before or after your shopping or dining. Experience the lights and beauty of the holiday season around Easton Town Center … [Read more...] about Take a festive ride around the Town with Easton Holiday Carriage Rides

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

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 … [Read more...] about Call Butterball Turkey-Talk Line for prep and cooking help

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

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

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

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!

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 2023. There are also many options for heat and … [Read more...] about Restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Columbus (and to-go options)

Buy a turkey or pie for a good cause with the Fry Out Cancer Thanksgiving Fundraiser

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

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 11, 2023 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 23, 2023. 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

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