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Huge list of Outdoor movies around Columbus
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The most beautiful public gardens in Columbus
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Over 325 festivals in Columbus and Central Ohio in 2026
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Where to go berry picking in Columbus this Spring and Summer
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Free or Cheap Summer Movies for Families
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Over 120 options for fun this weekend in Columbus
Have fun in Columbus this weekend with free and cheap events! Find plenty of things to do in Columbus! You'll also

Mitchell’s Berries mourns passing of Farmer Paul; Offering U-pick strawberries, blooms, and asparagus
Mitchell's Berries LLC, located in Plain City, is a destination you'll want to put on your Spring and Summer bucket

Drive-in movies and huge flea market at the South Drive In Theatre
Catch a movie at the South Drive-in Theatre in Columbus! Drive-in movies are a perfect option, no matter the weather!

Chadwick Arboretum Spring Plant Sale: May 14-16
Chadwick Arboretum is back with the Spring Plant Sale in 2026! They will be selling over 10,000 plants during the

Take a hike! 13 Wildflower Hikes in Columbus and Central Ohio
Springtime in Ohio may mean lots of rain, but the rain brings the wildflowers in bloom! Plan some Wildflower Hikes in

Visit rescued animals at Open Barn Days at Sunrise Sanctuary
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Free Fishing Days in Ohio and other states
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Memorial Day Weekend at the Columbus Commons
Head to the Columbus Commons over Memorial Day Weekend for 2 days of free events in downtown Columbus. Bring your

Buckeye Lake Pirate Festival brings treasures and treasure hunters to the lake
Ahoy! The Pirate Festival is coming to Buckeye Lake! Pirates, Mermaids & Steampunk fans and the public are invited

Dragonboat Races and Asian Festival this May
There are two exciting events celebrating Asian culture in Columbus with the Dragonboat Exhibition and Race and the

Shop the Village Valuables Sale in German Village – May 16
By Val 4 Comments
Village Valuables in German Village, the City’s Largest Yard Sale, is expected to be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026,
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Worthington Sunday Fundays
Shake off the Sunday scaries and enjoy Worthington Sunday Fundays from 1 pm - 5 pm. Themed Sunday Fundays are a great … [Read More...]

All Ohio Reptile Show with dragons, pythons, and frogs – now even bigger!
Are you a fan of creepy, crawly, scaly, and slithery things? Check out the All Ohio Reptile Show located at the Franklin … [Read More...]

The Ohio Eggfest Annual Cooking Competition
Specialty Gas House & Buckeye Cruise for Cancer hosts the Annual The Ohio EGGfest! Join them on Saturday, July … [Read More...]

Grove City Wine and Arts Festival
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Stonewall Columbus Pride Festival and Pride Parade
Stonewall Columbus Pride Festival is June 19-20, 2026 at Goodale Park, and the theme is Until We’re All Free. The … [Read More...]

Franklinton Fridays and 400 Market
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Buckeye Lake Pirate Festival brings treasures and treasure hunters to the lake
Ahoy! The Pirate Festival is coming to Buckeye Lake! Pirates, Mermaids & Steampunk fans and the public are invited … [Read More...]

Tour de Grandview Cycling Classic – June 13
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New Albany Founders Day Festival and Parade – May 16
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Family Fun

Mitchell’s Berries mourns passing of Farmer Paul; Offering U-pick strawberries, blooms, and asparagus
Mitchell's Berries LLC, located in Plain City, is a destination you'll want to put on your Spring and Summer bucket … [Read More...]

Over 20 Free Splash Pads in Columbus
By Val
Stay up-to-date with which splash pads are open in Columbus! There are over 20 splash pads and water play areas in the … [Read More...]

Marcus Theatres Kids Dream Summer Film Series
Get some respite from hot or rainy summer days with a movie at Marcus Theatres with the Kids Dream Summer Film Series - … [Read More...]

Worthington Sunday Fundays
Shake off the Sunday scaries and enjoy Worthington Sunday Fundays from 1 pm - 5 pm. Themed Sunday Fundays are a great … [Read More...]

KidsLinked’s Free Columbus Children’s Festival
Don't miss the KidsLinked’s Columbus Children's Festival on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at SportsOhio in Dublin from 10 … [Read More...]

Drive-in movies and huge flea market at the South Drive In Theatre
Catch a movie at the South Drive-in Theatre in Columbus! Drive-in movies are a perfect option, no matter the weather! … [Read More...]

Free MyLowe’s Rewards™ Kids Club Workshops: May 16 – Garden Basket
By Val 6 Comments
Lowe's Kids Club Workshops are so much fun for kids! The learn how to follow directions and safely use tools to create a … [Read More...]

All Ohio Reptile Show with dragons, pythons, and frogs – now even bigger!
Are you a fan of creepy, crawly, scaly, and slithery things? Check out the All Ohio Reptile Show located at the Franklin … [Read More...]

The Hills Market $5 Pancake Breakfast
Celebrate the weekend with the famous $5 Pancake Breakfast at The Hills Market in Worthington. Every Saturday and … [Read More...]
Date Night

Outdoor plays in Schiller Park with Actors’ Theatre of Columbus
By Val 7 Comments
Actors’ Theatre of Columbus returns this Summer for the 44th season with their outdoor classic theatre under the stars … [Read More...]

Drive-in movies and huge flea market at the South Drive In Theatre
Catch a movie at the South Drive-in Theatre in Columbus! Drive-in movies are a perfect option, no matter the weather! … [Read More...]

Nightlight 614: Outdoor Movies for adults
There are outdoor movies all over Columbus in the summer, but most are geared towards families instead of nights out … [Read More...]

Huge list of Outdoor movies around Columbus
By Val
Enjoy movies under the stars with friends and family around Columbus throughout the summer and fall. Many … [Read More...]

Easton Town Center Summer fun, new retailers, and more
Easton Town Center keeps growing and growing, which means there's ALWAYS something fun going on at Easton! Whether … [Read More...]

See the sky at Perkins Observatory at Ohio Wesleyan University
Perkins Observatory, located at Ohio Wesleyan University in Delaware, is an active research and educational facility for … [Read More...]

COSI After Dark: Fun for adults only! Creatures & Cryptids – May 14
By Val 3 Comments
COSI isn’t just for kids! COSI hosts monthly COSI After Dark, adult-only, after-hours events to let the adults have … [Read More...]

Live music with Easton Groove is at The Yard
Easton Town Center brings back live music with Easton Groove is at The Yard. This live concert series is … [Read More...]

Franklinton Fridays and 400 Market
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Food and Dining in Columbus

The Hills Market $5 Pancake Breakfast
Celebrate the weekend with the famous $5 Pancake Breakfast at The Hills Market in Worthington. Every Saturday and … [Read More...]

The Ohio Eggfest Annual Cooking Competition
Specialty Gas House & Buckeye Cruise for Cancer hosts the Annual The Ohio EGGfest! Join them on Saturday, July … [Read More...]

Friday Night Wine Tastings at Charmy’s Market Downtown
Charmy's Market opened in Spring 2025 at 95 N. Grant Ave, the former location of The Hill's Market … [Read More...]

Monthly Outdoor North Market Night Market – Block Party Vibes
Night Market at North Market moves to the Dublin Bridge Park location all year long. The market is inspired by … [Read More...]

Cherry Valley Hotel Blooms & Bulbs, Mother’s Day and more
Cherry Valley Hotel & Ohio Event Center outside of Newark, Ohio underwent $20 million in renovations starting in … [Read More...]

House made wine, Spring Bingo Trail, and live music at Wyandotte Winery
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