Memorial Weekend is often celebrated as the first long weekend of the Summer, when weather has finally warmed up. There are Memorial Day events and ceremonies around Columbus to honor our heroes. Make sure you take time to remember those who gave their lives for our country this Memorial … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Parades and Ceremonies around Columbus
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Mother’s Day and ways to celebrate Mom this year
Treat your mom! We've gathered a list of gifts and fun events for Mother's Day, including lots of local options! If you're planning to pickup flowers or plants for mom (or yourself), we have a list of local nurseries and garden centers to get her something pretty. We also have some suggestions on … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day and ways to celebrate Mom this year
Free cup of shaved ice at Kona Ice on Tax Day 2025
Cool your jets on Tax Day with some free shaved ice at Kona Ice trucks! On April 15, Kona Ice is hosting its annual National Chill Out Day. Trucks around the country will be serving FREE cups of shaved ice as a way to chill out from Tax Day. Limit one per person. The … [Read more...] about Free cup of shaved ice at Kona Ice on Tax Day 2025
Where to go berry picking in Columbus this Spring and Summer
Whether you prefer one type of berry or love them all (like I do), there are so many farms to go berry picking in Columbus and Central Ohio. U-pick berry farms are a must-do summer activity, and below you'll find a huge list of u-pick farms for strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, … [Read more...] about Where to go berry picking in Columbus this Spring and Summer
Over 15 Free Summer Reading Programs in Columbus
Summer reading programs are a great incentive to keep kids reading during the Summer months. Students who read over the summer break tend to avoid the "Summer Slide", or Summer learning loss. Students should be reading at least 10-20 minutes each day, and adults should be reading to non-readers … [Read more...] about Over 15 Free Summer Reading Programs in Columbus
Go treasure hunting with Pop-up Pickers Club
Pop-up Pickers Club organizes fun, curated pop-up shopping market in Columbus, Ohio! Find out where they'll be, and shop vintage and handmade, enjoy live music, and more. Pop-Up Pickers Club Vintage Makers Market at The Ave July 12, 2025, from 1-5pm August 9, 2025 from 1 - 5 … [Read more...] about Go treasure hunting with Pop-up Pickers Club
Mother’s Day Weekend at Franklin Park Conservatory
Franklin Park Conservatory has so much to offer for all ages, and your mom will love visiting this incredible attraction for Mother's Day Through July 7, 2024 visit the Blooms and Butterflies Exhibit featuring hundreds of colorful, exotic butterflies flying freely in the Pacific Island Water … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day Weekend at Franklin Park Conservatory
Visit Lancaster’s Skyview Drive-in movie theatre for double feature fun and flea markets
No matter how many years go by, drive-in movies are still fun! We are fortunate to have many drive-in theaters in Ohio, including a couple in Central Ohio. Skyview Drive-in is located in Lancaster, which less than 40 minutes from downtown Columbus! Skyview Drive-in is also having a flea market on … [Read more...] about Visit Lancaster’s Skyview Drive-in movie theatre for double feature fun and flea markets
Late Night Zoombezi Bay Summer Nights and Dive-In Movies
Play all day in the sun at Zoombezi Bay and stay late for Zoombezi Bay Summer Nights on Fridays, June 27 - July 25, 2025. Zoombezi Bay Summer Nights Summer Nights parties mean that the attraction stays open until 10 p.m. and features DJ, extra time on attractions, live entertainment, and … [Read more...] about Late Night Zoombezi Bay Summer Nights and Dive-In Movies
Donate music instruments to the Gift of Music Campaign
Do you have music instruments collecting dust around your house or garage that have been abandoned by your kids (or you)? Clear out your space and donate instruments to give the gift of music. MusicColumbus, formerly The Columbus Music Commission, is hosting a Gift of Music student instrument … [Read more...] about Donate music instruments to the Gift of Music Campaign
