Skiing, snowboard, and tubing season is here, and we are lucky enough to have a great place to go that's less than 1 hour from Columbus! Mad River Mountain is located just Northwest of Columbus, and features 144 skiable acres, a Terrain Park, 20 trails, and Bubly, Ohio's Largest Tubing Park with … [Read more...] about Skiing, Snowboarding, and Tubing at Mad River Mountain
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25+ New Year’s Eve Parties in Columbus 2025/2026
Looking to go out for New Year's Eve in Columbus for 2025/2026? We've compiled a list options to party the night away until the ball drop (and beyond). In the spirit of "cheap", there are free, under $15, and under $30 per person options. We also include a few splurge events, because many of … [Read more...] about 25+ New Year’s Eve Parties in Columbus 2025/2026
Get a fully-cooked Christmas Dinner to-go in Columbus
Whether you can't cook, or just don't want to, you can find an amazing Christmas Dinner to-go in Columbus. It's a great option if you are only feeding a few (or yourself), and don't want to make the full family feast. Order a fully cooked (or prepped) meal to make at home! You'll avoid … [Read more...] about Get a fully-cooked Christmas Dinner to-go in Columbus
Free Christmas activities in Columbus and Central Ohio
The holidays are expensive, but enjoying the season doesn't have to be. There are so FREE Christmas activities in Columbus and around Central Ohio that you can fill your holiday calendar without spending putting a dent in your budget. From Christmas parades and community celebrations, … [Read more...] about Free Christmas activities in Columbus and Central Ohio
A Winter Evening on the Farm
Celebrate the holiday spirit as people would have in the 1930s at A Winter Evening on the Farm at Gallant Farm Preserve on Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 3 pm - 7 pm. Things slow down on the farm in winter allowing more time for simple pleasures. Come to Gallant Farm for an evening of … [Read more...] about A Winter Evening on the Farm
2025 Chanukah Celebration Menorah Lighting at Easton
Join Easton and Chabad of Columbus for the special Menorah Lighting at Easton Town Square on Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6 p.m. Menorah Lighting at Easton for Chanukah This family party will include Menorah lighting, sufganiot, dreidels, music, raffle prizes, dancing and refreshments … [Read more...] about 2025 Chanukah Celebration Menorah Lighting at Easton
Snow Trails Skiing and Snowboarding
Snow Trails slopes are open for skiing, snowboarding, and tubing! Now that it feels like winter, its time to play in the snow! Located in Mansfield, Ohio, Snow Trails is just a quick trip up Route 71 from Columbus – close enough to drive up in the evening or for a one day trip! Snow Trails … [Read more...] about Snow Trails Skiing and Snowboarding
Winter Reading Challenges Around Columbus
Winter is here, and it's the perfect time to cozy up with a favorite book or 10. Libraries across Central Ohio make it even more fun with Winter Reading Challenges. Whether you're looking for a family activity, motivation to tackle your TBR list, or a reason to explore local libraries, there … [Read more...] about Winter Reading Challenges Around Columbus
Free Santa pictures at Indian Mound Mall in Heath
Santa is at Indian Mound Mall in Heath, Ohio again in 2025, and taking photos with Santa is FREE! Photos with Santa at Indian Mound Mall November 22 - December 24, 2025 Meet with Santa at the Indian Mound Mall in Heath, Ohio for photos (or just a chat). There is no photographer on site this … [Read more...] about Free Santa pictures at Indian Mound Mall in Heath
Gift for a beer lover: Rudolph beer
If you need a quick gift for a beer lover, dress up a 6 or 12 pack of dark bottles with Rudolph gear for a gift of Rudolph Beer! Just pick up some brown pipe cleaners, googly eyes, red pom poms, and glue. I didn't bother removing the labels, but you could if you wanted. For the antlers, I … [Read more...] about Gift for a beer lover: Rudolph beer










