The Annual Doo Dah Parade is celebrating its 42nd year in the Short North on July 4, 2025! Celebrate Liberty and Lunacy with this wacky parade in the Short North. The Line-Up begins around noon at Goodale Park heading north, with the parade at 1:00 p.m. No registration required … [Read more...] about Liberty and Lunacy: Doo Dah Parade and Block Party
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Goodale Park Screen on the Green Outdoor Movies
The annual Screen on the Green movie series is at Goodale Park on the third Friday of July, August, and September. This free outdoor movie series, presented by the Short North Civic Association, will be held at the southwest corner at the softball field. All movies begin at sundown … [Read more...] about Goodale Park Screen on the Green Outdoor Movies
Tunes in the park at Goodale Park Music Series
Head to Goodale Park on select Sundays for free concerts in the park as a part of Goodale Park Music Series. This five-week, family-friendly event is free to attend and will feature local bands Paisha Thomas, The OG Players, The Whiles, Whitley Jean, and Largemouth Brass Band. The … [Read more...] about Tunes in the park at Goodale Park Music Series
Shop/explore/eat at Short North Gallery Hop – 1st Saturday of the month
Short North Gallery Hop is a monthly tradition that spans 30 years. celebrating art, local shops, and good food. On the first Saturday of each month, thousands of people head to the Short North Arts District for new gallery exhibitions, street performers, special events, food, and drinks … [Read more...] about Shop/explore/eat at Short North Gallery Hop – 1st Saturday of the month
Complete the Stonewall Columbus Drag Race or Virtual 5k
The annual Stonewall Pride 5k has changed formats to the Stonewall Columbus Drag Race and Virtual 5K. Organized by Stonewall Columbus and Columbus Pride, this event allows to to run, walk, roll, dance, skip, hop, or jump for Pride this June. Stonewall Columbus Drag Race Sunday, June … [Read more...] about Complete the Stonewall Columbus Drag Race or Virtual 5k
ComFest: A Community Festival for all
It's that time of year again for the crazy but fun ComFest, which is back in Goodale Park from June 27-29, 2025. What is Comfest? Comfest is a volunteer-run Community Festival held in Goodale Park featuring several stages of local music, activism, arts, crafts, food and drink vendors. Check … [Read more...] about ComFest: A Community Festival for all
Huge updated list of Columbus Happy Hours
If you want to go out, but want to save money, happy hour is the way to go! There are so many fantastic happy hours in Columbus, that its nearly impossible to list them all. Please let me know if there are any others great Columbus happy hours that you love! When my husband and I were … [Read more...] about Huge updated list of Columbus Happy Hours
Annual Short North Yard Sale
The Short North Civic Association Annual Short North Yard Sale is Saturday, June 7, 2025 from 9 am - 3 pm. Head to the Short North for this great community yard sale. This huge treasure hunt takes place in the neighborhoods in and around the Short North, including Victorian Village, … [Read more...] about Annual Short North Yard Sale
North Market Apron Gala Fundraiser (splurge event!)
The North Market Apron Gala is Friday, May 16, 2025, from 7-10 p.m. This annual fundraiser for the North Market Development Authority will showcase music, drinks and a fun three-course dining experience while strolling through the city’s historic market. Browse around the market and eat … [Read more...] about North Market Apron Gala Fundraiser (splurge event!)
Columbus Bonsai Society’s Annual Show and Sale, plus monthly meetings
Bonsai enthusiasts and nature lovers, mark your calendars! The Columbus Bonsai Society is hosting its annual show and sale on Saturday, July 19, and Sunday, July 20, 2025. This long-standing tradition, running for nearly 50 years, offers a display of approximately 50 stunning bonsai trees, … [Read more...] about Columbus Bonsai Society’s Annual Show and Sale, plus monthly meetings
Brunch with the Easter Bunny at Townhall Short North
TownHall Short North is a health conscious restaurant and bar that can accommodate nearly any dining preferences with a diverse menu, including vegan, paleo, keto, gluten-free, and more - with local options when possible. Don't let the healthy part throw you off though - the food is GOOD. … [Read more...] about Brunch with the Easter Bunny at Townhall Short North
Columbus Underground Urban Living Tour
Want to see what's like to live in the downtown Columbus? Have you driven by new and renovated homes and apartments in Columbus and wondered what they look like inside? The Urban Living Tour organized by Columbus Underground is the perfect chance to get a glance at city living. Urban Living … [Read more...] about Columbus Underground Urban Living Tour
Free Shakes at Shake Shack in the afternoons this winter, and Worth It Wednesdays
It's never too cool to enjoy a hot deal at Shake Shack, and the Free Shakes deal will sweeten up afternoons through winter. Shake Shack deals The deals are anything but shake-y. Shake Shack offers great discounts and freebies throughout the year. Read below to see some of the deals! Free … [Read more...] about Free Shakes at Shake Shack in the afternoons this winter, and Worth It Wednesdays
Wolf’s Ridge Brewing and Yoga at Understory
Wolf's Ridge Brewing and sister venture, Understory, focus on great craft beer, community, and locally sourced products when possible. Whether it's the release of a new unique brew, the re-release of a fan fave, happy hour, pups on the patio, live music, or seasonal events, you'll always find fun … [Read more...] about Wolf’s Ridge Brewing and Yoga at Understory
Short North Holiday Hop and Holiday Trails
Celebrate holiday fun, shopping, tastes, sights, and sounds on High Street in the Short North with Holiday Hop and Holiday Trail! Short North Hops on High Holiday Hop On Saturday December 7, 2024 from 12 p.m. - 8 p.m., celebrate the art + soul of the holiday season during the biggest … [Read more...] about Short North Holiday Hop and Holiday Trails