Enjoy summer at one of 400+ National Parks during National Park Week, August 22-30, 2026. You’ll enjoy free admission on August 25, 2026, so plan your trip to visit one of these great parks! Many National Parks are just a car ride away. You can plan your visit by what you want to do, … [Read more...] about Free admission and events for National Park Week
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The Bexley Main Event and Bexley Jazz in the Park
Get outside and enjoy free outdoor movies and music in Bexley this summer! The Bexley Main event features family-friendly movies under the stars at Main Street Lawn at Capital University. Bexley Jazz in the Park brings four different bands from the central Ohio region to Havenwood Park this … [Read more...] about The Bexley Main Event and Bexley Jazz in the Park
Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival at Westerville Sports Complex
Celebrate America's favorite pastime with one of the nation's largest Vintage Base Ball festivals on September 5-6, 2026 at the Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival at Westerville Sports Complex, 325 N. Cleveland Ave. See over vintage base ball teams from across the nation compete … [Read more...] about Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival at Westerville Sports Complex
Cycle UA Community Bike Ride – Aug 29
Enjoy a family-friendly community bike ride through Upper Arlington complete with built-in rest stops, parks and neighborhood views with Cycle UA. This is a hybrid event offering large group event ride or independent ride opportunities. Choose to complete the Cycle UA ride alongside … [Read more...] about Cycle UA Community Bike Ride – Aug 29
Wild Story Time at Ohio Wildlife Center
Ohio Wildlife Center not only treats 5,000+ animals each year, with the goal of returning them to the wild, they also host educational programs and events for kids and adults. The Center sits on 20 acres of woods, wetlands and meadows providing a permanent sanctuary to 59 animals ranging from … [Read more...] about Wild Story Time at Ohio Wildlife Center
Sweetest Trail in Ohio: Butler County Donut Trail
You've heard of bar crawls, wine trails, coffee crawls, and other treks for goodness, but here's one you don't want to miss. Butler County is home to the popular Donut Trail in Ohio. The Butler County Donut Trail features 10 family-owned businesses with hundreds of years of combined … [Read more...] about Sweetest Trail in Ohio: Butler County Donut Trail
PBJ & Jazz free kids concerts at Topiary Park (it’s a family favorite!)
PBJ & Jazz Concert Series at Topiary Park is one of our favorite casual events to attend in the summer! Kids love these concerts! Learn about all types of music while enjoying the amazing Topiary Park! PBJ & Jazz concerts are free 1-hour long interactive concerts with … [Read more...] about PBJ & Jazz free kids concerts at Topiary Park (it’s a family favorite!)
Back to school deals and events for Columbus and Central Ohio
Even though it feels like summer shouldn't be ending soon, it's close to back to school time for Central Ohio students! Scour the sales, get your shopping done, and make sure you finish the summer with some FUN! We've gathered the best back to school deals and events below, as well as some … [Read more...] about Back to school deals and events for Columbus and Central Ohio
Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival is back at the Zoo!
Immerse yourself in the glow of more than 60 sets of LED lantern displays at The Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival. The brilliantly lit animal scenes will glow along the paths throughout various areas of the Zoo. Explore various aspects of Asian culture with shows each evening, which may … [Read more...] about Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival is back at the Zoo!
Doggie Dives! End of the Summer Dog Swims at local public pools
The end of August and Labor Day weekend means that the pools are closing, and the dog days of summer are over. Let your pooch have one last dog day of summer! Many community pools offer dog swims at the end of the season before they drain and clean the pools. These events are open to … [Read more...] about Doggie Dives! End of the Summer Dog Swims at local public pools
