Columbus offers plenty of inspiration for anyone who loves architecture, landscaping, or a peek behind the curtain of beautiful local homes.
Throughout the year, neighborhoods and community groups host home and garden tours that showcase historic properties, creative renovations, and standout outdoor spaces.
These events give visitors a chance to explore unique designs, meet local homeowners and gardeners, and gather ideas for their own projects—while enjoying some of the city’s most charming streets and green spaces.
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Holiday Home Tours
UA Holiday Tour of Homes
Tour some of the beautiful homes in the Upper Arlington area, all decked out for the holidays. As you explore these stunning homes, enjoy small bites and cocktails from local vendors
Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 12 pm – 5 pm
Tickets: $45 per person in advance
Proceeds from the Holiday Tour of Homes support the programs and mission of the Junior League of Columbus.
UA Holiday Tour of Homes presented by Junior League of Columbus
Christmas Traditions: An Historic Holiday Tour
Join us for this special evening tour of the Orange Johnson House, beautifully decorated and aglow for Christmas. Delight in the stories shared by history interpreters about Christmas celebrations by Worthington’s founders in 1803, continuing through the 1800s and early 1900s. From Christmas stockings and trees to ghost stories and gift-giving, this tour will explore the traditions of the season!
December 11, 2025 from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Tickets: $15.00; reservations required
Tickets are non-refundable. Guests should be able to navigate steps and stand during portions of the tour.
2025 Holiday Home Tour – Delaware, OH
Tour historical homes of Delaware’s Northwest Neighborhood to see design inspiration, historical architecture, and holiday decor!
Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 2 PM
Tickets: $25 per person in advance, $30 per person day of tour
Starting point: Gallery 22 located at 22 E Winter St. Delaware, Ohio.
There are no refunds, no rain dates, and properties are not ADA compliant. All proceeds benefit the development of Boardman Arts Park, a 501(c)3 non profit organization. Holiday Home Tour FAQS can be found at BoardmanArtsPark.org.
https://www.columbusonthecheap.com/boardman-arts-park/
Other upcoming Home and Garden events…
Spring Home and Garden Tours
Summer Home and Garden Tours
Westgate Home and Garden Tour
Westgate homes range in age and style, from the 20s to the 60s. You’ll visit charming backyard gardens bursting with color and homes with unique architectural features.
Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 2 pm – 6 pm
Tickets: Presale: $15 current WNA members, $17 non-WNA members and general public. Purchase on website.
Day of Tour: $20 at the registration tent. Cash, check or credit card are accepted, ONLY at the registration tent at West Gate Lodge, 2925 W. Broad St.
Rain or Shine!
Groveport Garden Tour
There are 13 gardens on the tour this year, belonging to both club members and some very talented Groveport residents.
Sunday, June 22, 2025 from 12 – 5pm
Tickets: FREE; tickets must be requested once available.
Sponsored by the Groveport Garden Club. Raine or Shine!
Worthington Historical Society Tour of Homes & Gardens
This year’s home tour celebrates America 250, spanning construction dates from 1811 to 1927, these remarkable homes showcase a rich variety of architectural styles and offer a window into the lives of Worthington’s past residents—telling the story of our community across more than two centuries.
Sunday, July 13th, 2025, 12:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Tickets: $25 per person starting June 1 on the Worthington Historical Society website
Tour begins at the Orange Johnson House Museum.
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