We’ve officially hit the part of summer where just stepping outside can make you feel like a melted popsicle. If you’re looking for ways to stay cool without blowing your budget, check out these free and cheap indoor (and splashy) family-friendly activities around Columbus! đź’¦ Water Fun Indoor … [Read more...] about Beat the Heat with Free and Cheap Indoor Fun in Columbus
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Granville Concerts on the Green at Bryn Du Mansion
Visit Granville for Concerts on the Green throughout the Summer. Just a short drive from Columbus, make sure you come early to visit the downtown restaurants and shops! 2025 Granville Concert on the Green Enjoy FREE performances on the Back Lawn of the Bryn Du Mansion. Concerts start … [Read more...] about Granville Concerts on the Green at Bryn Du Mansion
Free book: Barnes and Noble Summer Reading Program
Barnes and Noble wants to reward your kids for summer reading with a FREE book for completing the Barnes and Noble Summer Reading Program. Summer Reading Program at Barnes and Noble Download and print a Reading Journal from the website for each child in grades 1-6. Kids are encouraged to … [Read more...] about Free book: Barnes and Noble Summer Reading Program
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
Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons (Sep 6)
Now that fall is here, enjoy the season at the Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons The Harvest Fair will feature a day of family-friendly rides, games, and entertainment. Families can enjoy bounce houses, … [Read more...] about Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons (Sep 6)
Go on a FREE Franklin County Landfill Tour
Visiting the landfill may not have been on your to-do list, but maybe it should be! I've been told that SWACO landfill tours are REALLY cool. Visit the Franklin County Sanitary Landfill for a public tour! Learn how SWACO safely manages all these materials and the actions you can take … [Read more...] about Go on a FREE Franklin County Landfill Tour
Half Price Books Summer Reading Camp
Half Price Books is hosting Summer Reading Camp to encourage kids of all ages to keep up with reading during these summer months. Half Price Books Summer Reading Camp Sign up for HPB's Summer Reading Camp! Kids and their guardians can pick up their interactive reading log and … [Read more...] about Half Price Books Summer Reading Camp
2025 Annual Columbus Greek Festival
The Annual Columbus Greek Festival is Labor Day Weekend, Friday, August 29 – Monday, September 1, 2025. The festival is a Central Ohio Labor Day weekend tradition which highlights Greek culture and features cathedral tours, authentic food and drink, exhibits, shops, music, dancing, and … [Read more...] about 2025 Annual Columbus Greek Festival
13 fields and farms with Lavender in Ohio to visit this Summer
We can't get enough of gorgeous fields of flowers, and lavender fields are some of the prettiest (and best smelling) fields you can enjoy! Find out where you can find some amazing lavender in Ohio. And then see where you can find Sunflower Fields in Ohio, including many in Central Ohio, starting … [Read more...] about 13 fields and farms with Lavender in Ohio to visit this Summer
Millersport Sweet Corn Festival Labor Day weekend festival
The Millersport Sweet Corn Festival is a must-visit Labor Day weekend festival that’s been drawing crowds for 78 years. Bring your family and friends to discover more than 20 midway rides and games, prize drawings, tractor pulls, food, parades, free concerts and more, on August 27-30, … [Read more...] about Millersport Sweet Corn Festival Labor Day weekend festival
