Make it a plan to sleep in on Black Friday and do your Holiday shopping at ChristmasFair Holiday Market at the Ohio Expo Center instead on Saturday, November 22, 2025 from 9 am - 4 pm, and Sunday, November 23, 2025 from 10 am - 4 pm. 150 artisans throughout the Midwest will be selling their … [Read more...] about ChristmasFair Holiday Market 2025
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Columbus Winterfair at Ohio Expo Center
Shop hundreds of vendors in one place this holiday season at Columbus Winterfair at the Ohio Expo Center. You'll find makers and vendors selling art, jewelry, crafts, clothing, decorations, and more from December 5-7, 2025. Do your artful shopping at Winterfair! Meet the artists who create … [Read more...] about Columbus Winterfair at Ohio Expo Center
Brewed! Coffee Beer Tasting Party at Understory
If you love coffee and you love beer, you might love coffee-infused beer! Find out at Brewed! Coffee Beer Tasting Party, hosted by the Columbus Coffee Festival, Columbus Underground, and Wolf's Ridge Brewing. The celebration features the best local flavors of coffee-infused … [Read more...] about Brewed! Coffee Beer Tasting Party at Understory
Green Lawn Cemetery Halloween Bike Tour and Walking with the Dead 5k
Green Lawn Cemetery is playing host to two spooky Halloween events in the cemetery this year. Walking with the Dead 5K at Greenlawn Cemetery Get ready for a spooky run with the Walking with the Dead 5K at the historic Green Lawn Cemetery on the evening of Friday, October 3, … [Read more...] about Green Lawn Cemetery Halloween Bike Tour and Walking with the Dead 5k
Columbus Zoo tickets, discounts, and special events
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The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is one of the most popular attractions in Columbus - for good reason! Our Zoo is amazing and regularly ranks as one of the best Zoos in the U.S. There's so much to enjoy this year at the Zoo, including new exhibits and new babies. With tons of outdoor exhibits and … [Read more...] about Columbus Zoo tickets, discounts, and special events
Culture Pass: Free admission to the Zoo, FPC, CMA, and more from the library
Visit amazing attractions in Columbus for FREE with a Culture Pass from the Columbus Metropolitan Library. These aren't only available for museums and the like, but also for FUN in Columbus, like Columbus Clippers games. You can check out Culture Passes for free admission to a variety of … [Read more...] about Culture Pass: Free admission to the Zoo, FPC, CMA, and more from the library
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)
CAPA Haunts The Palace – family trick or treating event (Oct 23)
Kick off your Halloween festivities with a fun, family-friendly event, CAPA Haunts The Palace, at the historic Palace Theatre. CAPA Haunts The Palace On Thursday, October 23, 2025 from 4pm - 7pm, kids of all ages are invited to explore a Halloween-themed version of the theater, collect … [Read more...] about CAPA Haunts The Palace – family trick or treating event (Oct 23)
Fall Columbus Metro Park Hikes
Fall is finally here (even if the fall temps aren't), and there are some excellent fall hikes coming up at the Columbus Metro Parks. Autumn is a great time to visit the parks and watch the leaves changing. You'll be likely to see more wildlife now that it isn't as hot outside. The Metro … [Read more...] about Fall Columbus Metro Park Hikes
Tickets on sale Haunted Fest Halloween Themed Music Festival
Prime Social Group brings their otherworldly immersive music experience, Haunted Fest, to the outdoors at KEMBA Live in the Arena District on Friday, October 31, 2025. Haunted Fest has become Columbusā signature Halloween themed festival featuring a variety of EDM artists from up and … [Read more...] about Tickets on sale Haunted Fest Halloween Themed Music Festival
Marcus Theatres Free Popcorn Week, Spider-Man Trilogy, discount days, and more
When the weather starts heating up, cooling down at the movies are a great option. Marcus Theatres discount days and other ticket deals so you can hit up more movies this year, no matter the weather! Read below for Marcus Theatres discounts and special offers! Film Series and … [Read more...] about Marcus Theatres Free Popcorn Week, Spider-Man Trilogy, discount days, and more
Halloween for dogs: Woof & Witches Pet Parade at Topiary Park
Looking for a fun Halloween event to enjoy with your pet in Columbus? š¾ The annual Woof & Witches on Parade at Topiary Park is back on Sunday, October 5, 2025, with an afternoon full of costumes, food, music, and pet-friendly fun. Hosted by Friends of the Topiary Garden and Ohio Pet … [Read more...] about Halloween for dogs: Woof & Witches Pet Parade at Topiary Park
Nationwide Childrenās Hospital Columbus Marathon & Half Marathon
If youāre coming to Columbus for the Nationwide Childrenās Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1ā2 Marathon in October- we have some fun activities and events in Columbus that you may want to check out! Whether you are running or spectating, thank you for supporting this great cause! Read some … [Read more...] about Nationwide Childrenās Hospital Columbus Marathon & Half Marathon
Free Tool Rental at Modcon Livingās Tool Library
Summer and Fall brings yard work and lots of of home improvement projects! If you don't have the tools you need, don't buy them - borrow them from the Modcon Livingās Tool Library for Franklin County residents. Using the Tool Library Modcon Livingās Tool Library offers over … [Read more...] about Free Tool Rental at Modcon Livingās Tool Library
Don’t miss the 2025 Haunted Ohio, Trick or Treat, and Statehouse Tours
The Haunted Ohio Statehouse Tours are back for 2025, and they've added new not-as-spooky experiences too! Get spooked at the Ohio Statehouse this Halloween season. This fall tradition brings together history, hauntings, and Halloween at the peoples' house. Haunted Ohio Statehouse … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the 2025 Haunted Ohio, Trick or Treat, and Statehouse Tours
