IKEA Columbus fun activities and more

IKEA Columbus holds a variety of activities and workshops through the year. Registration may be required for some, and most require you join the IKEA FAMILY member program – it’s free!

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IKEA Family

You must be an IKEA Family member to qualify for the sale, but it’s quick and easy (and free) to join. IKEA Family members enjoy special benefits and discounts, including: 

• Free hot coffee or tea with every visit
• Happy birthday surprise
• Free workshops and events
• Exclusive member discounts 
• Chance to win $100 gift card every time you scan your card in store

You’ll also qualify for 90-day price protection, receipts saved to your profile and financing options to bring your ideas to life.

IKEA Family Free Kids Craft Nights

The second Wednesday of each month is IKEA Family Craft Night at IKEA Columbus from 5:30PM to 7:00PM. Everything will be provided for kids ages 12 and under (and parents). Join them in the Swedish Restaurant. Register to attend at IKEA.us/Columbus.*

Register here. 

*Registration will end 2 hours prior to the event’s listed start time. Walk-ups for IKEA Family events can’t always be accommodated, so please register ahead of time.

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Find more details about the above events, and future events, on the IKEA Columbus website.

IKEA Columbus
1900 IKEA Way
Columbus, OH 43240

Swedish Christmas Julbord Buffet 

Friday, December 13, 2024 from 4:30-7:30 PM

IKEA Columbus hosts the traditional Swedish Christmas Julbord Buffet. The Julbord will feature Swedish traditional favorites, crowd pleasers, and even some kids’ activities.

Tickets can be purchased in the IKEA Columbus Swedish Restaurant and are $19.99 adults / $9.99 kids* with your IKEA Family card or $24.99 adult / $12.99 kids* regular price. *Children under 12 for the kid’s price.

Visit www.ikea-usa.com/family to join IKEA Family. 

Details here.

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Breakfast with Santa at IKEA Columbus

Saturday, December 14, 2024 10:00 AM-11:00 AM

Enjoy a festive morning with Santa at the Ikea Columbus store!

Tickets for this event are $9.99 per person and include breakfast, a photo with Santa in a frame and a fun holiday craft. Registration is recommended for all guests. Payment will be taken at the entrance to the event. IKEA Family Membership required.

Pictures with Santa at IKEA Columbus

IKEA Family member can meet up with Santa for pictures and holiday fun.

Saturday, December 21, 2024 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM

Check in at the Swedish Restaurant; no reservations required. Only one (1) picture per family will be taken and printed. Not an IKEA Family member? Don’t worry, it is free to join and easy to sign-in. See website. 

Kids’ New Years Eve Noon Countdown

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 from 11:00 AM-12:30 PM 

Celebrate New Years Eve with us at a time your kids can enjoy, at noon!
Kids can toast with their own non-alcoholic drinks, eat some snacks, and countdown to noon to celebrate the new year! We’ll have crafts and party favors to celebrate, as well as some coupons for our Swedish Food Market if you want to keep the party going at home.

Registration recommended for the Kids event.