Columbus Commons celebrates kids on Friday mornings from June 5 - August 14, 2026 with Commons for Kids. We are so excited for these fun events to return this Summer! All activities and games are offered free of charge from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Fun at Commons for Kids Free … [Read more...] about Free Commons for Kids on Fridays at Columbus Commons
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July 4th Fireworks, Parades, and Celebrations around Columbus
"The Land of the Free, and the Home of the Brave..." Celebrating the 4th of July is a big deal in Columbus! In addition to Red, White and Boom, which is one of the largest fireworks displays in the Midwest, there are so many July 4th celebrations, parades, and fireworks in Columbus in early … [Read more...] about July 4th Fireworks, Parades, and Celebrations around Columbus
Over 170 options for fun this weekend in Columbus
Have fun in Columbus this weekend with free and cheap events! Find plenty of things to do in Columbus! You'll also find Spring fun, date ideas, outdoor activities, and so much more! Some events may require advance registration, so check links. We’ll add more as we hear of them, and you can … [Read more...] about Over 170 options for fun this weekend in Columbus
New Albany Symphony series and sensory-friendly symphony
The New Albany Symphony Orchestra brings live music to the community through a variety of concerts and events each season. In addition to outdoor concerts, ticketed events, and inclusive events, they have continued to make symphony music safe and accessible to kids and adults. New Albany … [Read more...] about New Albany Symphony series and sensory-friendly symphony
Sign up for Kids Bowl Free this Summer!
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This summer take the kids bowling without emptying your wallet! KidsBowlFree.com offers two games of bowling for free every day for kids at participating bowling alleys (up to ages 18 and under, depending on location). Additionally, adults and older kids are eligible for two free games a day … [Read more...] about Sign up for Kids Bowl Free this Summer!
Hot Times Community Music and Arts Festival
The Hot Times Community Music and Arts Festival is on the lawns of the Columbus Health Department (240 Parsons Ave) from September 11-13, 2026. The festival is an independent and all volunteer driven community arts and music festival, and is the largest gathering of "art cars" in Central … [Read more...] about Hot Times Community Music and Arts Festival
Get huge deals on Amazon Prime Day – June 23-26
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There are never too many Amazon Prime Days, and now the retail giant is has added Amazon Prime Day on June 23-26, 2026. Amazon Prime Day offers big savings and similar to Black Friday. I like to think of it as Christmas in late June. Start your back to school AND holiday shopping … [Read more...] about Get huge deals on Amazon Prime Day – June 23-26
Get Outdoors at Alum Creek State Park
Spending time in the great outdoors is a relaxing and wonderful experience. In central Ohio, we are fortunate to have plenty of greenspaces and parks, including Alum Creek State Park located in Delaware County. Only 25 minutes north of downtown Columbus, Alum Creek's 4,630-acres of shale … [Read more...] about Get Outdoors at Alum Creek State Park
Disability friendly and sensory friendly in Columbus
Columbus has fun activities, events, and offerings for ALL. It is an inclusive city, and we want to make it easier to find activities that are disability friendly and sensory friendly in Columbus for those living with disabilities, special needs, and autism spectrum disorders. We need your … [Read more...] about Disability friendly and sensory friendly in Columbus
Bark Bash at Prairie Oaks Metro Park
It's the dog days of Summer and the Bark Bash at Prairie Oaks Metro Park is a day of fun, activities and entertainment for dog lovers and their four-legged friends. Bark Bash is at the Darby Bend Lakes area of Prairie Oaks Metro Park on Saturday, August 22, 2026 from 10 am to 3 … [Read more...] about Bark Bash at Prairie Oaks Metro Park
