As part of International Bat Week, the first annual Ohio Bat Festival is on Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 12 pm - 5 pm at Maple Ridge Lodge in Cincinnati. Ohio Bat Fest The Ohio Bat Fest is a fun, family-friendly, educational event on the Saturday before Halloween. While it was … [Read more...] about Learn all about bats at the Ohio Bat Fest in Cincinnati
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Upper Arlington Golden Bear Scare haunts The Smith Nature Park (Oct 27-29)
The Smith Nature Park in Upper Arlington comes alive as a haunted forest this October with the Upper Arlington Golden Bear Scare. From October 27-29, 2025, from 6 pm – 9 pm, guests will be lead through the forest with a Scare Ranger, who will explain the history of the park and how it … [Read more...] about Upper Arlington Golden Bear Scare haunts The Smith Nature Park (Oct 27-29)
Destination Downtown Lancaster Fall Festival
Fall is here and it's time to celebrate! The Destination Downtown Lancaster Fall Festival is Saturday, October 18, 2025, and is just a 40 minute drive from Columbus. The festival is from 12 pm - 5 pm, and features activities for the whole family...including pets! Stop downtown for an … [Read more...] about Destination Downtown Lancaster Fall Festival
Washington Township Fire Station Open Houses
Kids who are into fire trucks aren't going to want to miss the Washington Township Fire Station Open House on Sunday, October 5, 2025 as a part of Fire Prevention Week. Washington Township Fire Station Open House Meet the firefighters, climb in a fire truck or ambulance, watch a cool … [Read more...] about Washington Township Fire Station Open Houses
Trick or Treat and Food Allergies: Teal Pumpkin Project (plus Halloween party favor options)
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Halloween is a fun holiday for kids- with the fun decorations, costumes, and of course, the treats. Kids who suffer from food allergies or have special dietary restrictions such as diabetes, are somewhat limited with trick or treating. FARE, or Food Allergy Research & … [Read more...] about Trick or Treat and Food Allergies: Teal Pumpkin Project (plus Halloween party favor options)
Prairie Township Trick or Treat Trail at Westland HS: October 25
The Prairie Township Trick or Treat Trail is back this year at Westland High School, offering a free, family-friendly experience where kids can collect candy from local businesses in a safe, community-centered environment. Event Details: Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025 Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 … [Read more...] about Prairie Township Trick or Treat Trail at Westland HS: October 25
Buy a turkey or pie for a good cause with the Fry Out Cancer Thanksgiving Fundraiser (plus volunteer opportunities)
Thanksgiving is coming up, and sometimes it's nice to outsource some of the cooking! Need just a turkey or some pies? The Fry Out Cancer Thanksgiving fundraiser is an amazing cause that can put food on your table, as well as families in need (all while fighting cancer!). Fry Out Cancer has been … [Read more...] about Buy a turkey or pie for a good cause with the Fry Out Cancer Thanksgiving Fundraiser (plus volunteer opportunities)
Trunk or Treat at Hebron New Life United Methodist Church (Oct 28)
Enjoy a fun-filled Trunk or Treat at Hebron New Life on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 from 6-7 pm. All kids are welcome to come in costume and enjoy a safe and festive evening. Trunk or Treat at Hebron New Life United Methodist Church WHEN: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 from 6-7 pm WHERE: … [Read more...] about Trunk or Treat at Hebron New Life United Methodist Church (Oct 28)
Plain City Fall Festival brings hayrides, trick or treat trail, and fall fun to Pastime Park – Oct 18
Pastime Park in Plain City transforms into a bewitching wonderland on Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 2 pm - 6 pm for the Plain City Fall Festival. This FREE spooktacular experience will include lots of safe Fall fun for families and kids to enjoy. Costumes are encouraged! Plain City Fall … [Read more...] about Plain City Fall Festival brings hayrides, trick or treat trail, and fall fun to Pastime Park – Oct 18
Reading Fun: Story times in Columbus
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” – Dr. Seuss Story times were one of my favorite things to do to get out of the house with my kids. They learned so many songs and games at story times, and gave them some playtime with other … [Read more...] about Reading Fun: Story times in Columbus
