Sometimes you need a last minute holiday gift. Maybe you realized the gift count isn't equal for kids, or you received a gift from someone that you weren't expecting. Or you just completely blanked because you're thinking about a million other things this holiday season. Check out our last … [Read more...] about Last minute holiday gifts and same-day delivery Amazon options
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What’s open on Christmas Day in Columbus
No matter if you've checked your list twice (or 5 times), sometimes you need to know what's open on Christmas Day in Columbus. Reminder: pick up a variety of extra batteries BEFORE Christmas Day! You will need them for something! Or maybe you just need to take a break from family and get out … [Read more...] about What’s open on Christmas Day in Columbus
Winter Reading Challenge with Columbus Metropolitan Library
There are plenty of summer reading programs in Columbus, but cold and snowy weather in winter is a perfect reason for students to keep up with reading. Columbus Metropolitan Library hosts the Winter Reading Challenge, for which students can earn prizes just by reading during winter. CML … [Read more...] about Winter Reading Challenge with Columbus Metropolitan Library
Where’s Santa? How to Track Santa on Christmas Eve
Looking for Santa? There are several ways to track Santa on his flight for Christmas Eve and Christmas morning! Track Santa with NORAD Since 1955, NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense Command) has kept track of Santa's Sleigh flying through the sky. Starting on Christmas Eve, kids all … [Read more...] about Where’s Santa? How to Track Santa on Christmas Eve
“Will Tube for Food” at Snow Trails: $5 off tickets with food drive
Bundle up and ride the tubes for a good cause at the Annual “Will Tube For Food” event on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. at Snow Trails Vertical Descent Tubing Park. Tickets for Will Tube for Food Buy a two hour Snow Tubing Ticket and bring at least one non-perishable food … [Read more...] about “Will Tube for Food” at Snow Trails: $5 off tickets with food drive
Disney On Ice Brings Mickey’s Search Party to Columbus this February
Disney lovers, get your tickets! Disney on Ice presents Mickey's Search Party from February 19-22, 2026 at Nationwide Arena! Join Mickey Mouse and his Disney friends on adventures filled with world-class skating, high-flying acrobatics, and unexpected stunts! Tickets make a … [Read more...] about Disney On Ice Brings Mickey’s Search Party to Columbus this February
Celebrations for Kwanzaa in Columbus
Kwanzaa is an annual celebration of African-American culture that lasts from December 26 to January 1, ending in a communal feast called Karamu. Kwanzaa honors community, family and heritage of African American culture and African traditions. The name, Kwanzaa, comes from the Swahili word that … [Read more...] about Celebrations for Kwanzaa in Columbus
Things to Do in Marysville, Ohio
Looking for a fun day trip or weekend getaway near Columbus? Head to Marysville, Ohio! Just 30 minutes northwest of downtown Columbus, this charming town offers a mix of outdoor adventure, family-friendly activities, and local dining that makes it well worth the visit. With over 348 acres of … [Read more...] about Things to Do in Marysville, Ohio
Grab your sled: Best Sledding hills in Columbus
It's snow time! Get the kids (or your friends) out of the house for some sledding this winter. These central Ohio parks have sledding hills of varying degrees - gentle and long, to fast and steep. Sledding counts as exercise (assuming you walk back up the hill), so you can get in a workout and … [Read more...] about Grab your sled: Best Sledding hills in Columbus
Jurassic Quest Indoor Experience at Ohio Expo Center
ARE. YOU. READY?? The dinosaurs are coming back to town when Jurassic Quest indoor experience comes to Ohio Expo Center with the nation’s largest touring dinosaur exhibit for a fun family outing! More than 100 realistic dinosaurs are back from extinction to invade Columbus from … [Read more...] about Jurassic Quest Indoor Experience at Ohio Expo Center
