Immerse yourself in the glow of more than 60 sets of LED lantern displays at The Columbus Zoo Lantern … [Read More...]

U-pick: where to go Peach and Apple picking in Columbus
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Orchard season is starting soon, so get ready to go peach picking and apple picking in Columbus! Peach season is in July … [Read More...]

30+ Must-Visit Places in Columbus, Ohio for everyone
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The top Free and Cheap things to do in Columbus
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Over 180 options for fun this weekend in Columbus
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Back to School: Best School Supplies Sales
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The Latest Posts

See the sky at Perkins Observatory at Ohio Wesleyan University
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Gravity Experience Park, Trivia, Yoga, and more at Land-Grant Brewing

Summer Concerts at Bicentennial Park Downtown Columbus

Hot Times Community Music and Arts Festival

Prost! 2025 Columbus Oktoberfest events

CBUS Soul Fest in Downtown Columbus

Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival is back that the Zoo!

2025 Columbus Food Truck Festival at Franklin County Fairgrounds

Kids get FREE LEGO® Life Magazine Subscription

Smashburger: Kids eat free on Wednesdays

Concert for a Meaningful Labor Day with Bill Cohen

U-pick: where to go Peach and Apple picking in Columbus

Re-Slice of Columbus Pizza Tasting
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Spring fun

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, … [Read More...]

Free Community Day at Franklin Park Conservatory & Botanical Gardens
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is one of the premier botanical gardens in Ohio. It's located just east … [Read More...]

Visit rescued animals at Open Barn Days at Sunrise Sanctuary
If you're an animal lover, make plans to visit Sunrise Sanctuary for Open Barn Days! You'll meet the dogs, cats, … [Read More...]

Visit these Story Trails in Columbus for reading + nature fun!
Did you know that there are Story Trails and Story Walks all over Columbus? These special trails are located in parks, … [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 Concerts at Columbus Commons through the Summer
Free concerts are in full swing at Columbus Commons this summer, so grab your dancing shoes and head to the Commons with … [Read More...]

Best places for Creeking in Columbus
By Val 4 Comments
When it's warm in Ohio, we look for outdoor activities to entertain our kids! Want to fill a warm morning or afternoon? … [Read More...]

Staying safe from Ticks in Columbus and around Ohio
While the weather in Spring, Summer, and Fall makes us want to be outside, insects can be a real bug in Ohio. While … [Read More...]

Caverns, animals, and adventure at Olentangy Caverns
Get out of the house and spend a couple of hours at Olentangy Caverns just north of Columbus. If it's your first time … [Read More...]
Family Fun

Hot Times Community Music and Arts Festival
By Val 4 Comments
The Hot Times Community Music and Arts Festival is on the lawns of the Columbus Health Department (240 Parsons Ave) from … [Read More...]

Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival is back that the Zoo!
Immerse yourself in the glow of more than 60 sets of LED lantern displays at The Columbus Zoo Lantern … [Read More...]

2025 Columbus Food Truck Festival at Franklin County Fairgrounds
The Columbus Food Truck Festival returns to the Franklin County Fairgrounds again this Summer! Over 50 food trucks … [Read More...]

Kids get FREE LEGO® Life Magazine Subscription
Do you have a LEGO® lover at home? If you have LEGO® bricks and creations strewn throughout your home, your kids will … [Read More...]

Smashburger: Kids eat free on Wednesdays
When the first Smashburger opened, they wanted to create a new category of burger - literally, a smashed burger. This … [Read More...]

U-pick: where to go Peach and Apple picking in Columbus
By Val 2 Comments
Orchard season is starting soon, so get ready to go peach picking and apple picking in Columbus! Peach season is in July … [Read More...]

Lynd Fruit Farm through the seasons: Berries, Apples, Sunflowers, Festivals, Fall Fun, and more
Lynd Fruit Farm in Pataskala is known for apple picking and their fall fun and pumpkin patch, but they have so much more … [Read More...]

Canine Companions DogFest North Central celebrates dogs
Join the fun at DogFest North Central! This family- and dog-friendly community event that brings dog lovers together for … [Read More...]

New Albany Symphony series and sensory-friendly symphony
The New Albany Symphony Orchestra brings live music to the community through a variety of concerts and events each … [Read More...]
Date Night

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...]

Gravity Experience Park, Trivia, Yoga, and more at Land-Grant Brewing
Skip the typical bar scene and enjoy a day or evening out at Land-Grant Brewing. A true gem in the thriving … [Read More...]

Prost! 2025 Columbus Oktoberfest events
The annual Columbus Oktoberfest returns to Columbus September 5-7, 2025 for 3 days of German fun! Make plans to … [Read More...]

One Magical Night and Movies Under the Stars at Green Lawn Abbey
Green Lawn Abbey is a beautiful mausoleum built in 1927. The grand building was a sought after place of interment from … [Read More...]

New Albany Symphony series and sensory-friendly symphony
The New Albany Symphony Orchestra brings live music to the community through a variety of concerts and events each … [Read More...]

North Market Wine Fest at Bridge Park
Wine drinkers, unite! The North Market Wine Festival is at North Market Bridge Park on September 19-20, … [Read More...]

Columbus Water Lantern Festival brings magical moments
Water Lantern Festival comes to Columbus on Saturday, September 6, 2025, and is such a fun summer event! Let the … [Read More...]

Beautiful Blooms at Coshocton Sunflower Festival
Sunflowers season is highly anticipated in Central Ohio during which the sunflower unofficially officially becomes the … [Read More...]

UnderCurrent: Walk, Roll, and Play, an Open Streets 614 event
UnderCurrent is a new event series set to take place directly under Current, the sky-high sculpture by artist Janet … [Read More...]
Food and Dining in Columbus

Gravity Experience Park, Trivia, Yoga, and more at Land-Grant Brewing
Skip the typical bar scene and enjoy a day or evening out at Land-Grant Brewing. A true gem in the thriving … [Read More...]

Re-Slice of Columbus Pizza Tasting
By Val 2 Comments
Love pizza?? Re-Slice of Columbus is back on September 18, 2025 from 6 pm - 9 pm. This awesome, tasty … [Read More...]

Lynd Fruit Farm through the seasons: Berries, Apples, Sunflowers, Festivals, Fall Fun, and more
Lynd Fruit Farm in Pataskala is known for apple picking and their fall fun and pumpkin patch, but they have so much more … [Read More...]

Lobster Rolls in August 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...]

Free Root Beer Floats at A&W for National Root Beer Float Day – Aug 6
National Root Beer Float Day is August 6, and you don't want to miss this cool freebie from A&W Restaurants! Grab … [Read More...]
Summer fun
All the fun this Summer

Summer Concerts at Bicentennial Park Downtown Columbus
Columbus Recreation and Parks hosts summer concerts at Bicentennial Park on throughout the summer! Bicentennial

2025 Columbus Food Truck Festival at Franklin County Fairgrounds
The Columbus Food Truck Festival returns to the Franklin County Fairgrounds again this Summer! Over 50 food trucks

Columbus Water Lantern Festival brings magical moments
Water Lantern Festival comes to Columbus on Saturday, September 6, 2025, and is such a fun summer event! Let the

Grove City Summer Sizzle Concert Series
The Summer Sizzle Concert Series in Grove City kicks off May 23 and continues on most Fridays through September 19,

15 Sunflower Fields in Central Ohio
By Val 6 Comments
Visiting a sunflower field is a "must do" in late summer or fall, and fields are popping up all over. Grab your

Over 180 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

Doggie Dives! End of the Summer Dog Swims at local public pools
The end of August and Labor Day weekend means that the pools are closing, and the dog days of summer are over. Let your

Lolli-Pops! Summer Children’s Concert Series
Bring the family to Powell for some summertime fun with the Lolli-Pops! Children's concert series. The energetic

Festival Latino: Food, fun, and music at Genoa Park
Enjoy free family fun at the annual Festival Latino produced by CAPA on August 9-10, 2025 at Genoa Park near

Hilliard Arts Council Summer Concert Series
Join Hilliard Arts Council for the Summer Concert Series in 2025. This Sunday evening concert series features

Explore at the Touch a Truck in Westerville
Kids love getting and up-close look and exploring emergency vehicles, construction equipment, and other vehicles at

Visit Zoombezi Bay Waterpark; discounts, special days, and NEW ATTRACTIONS
By Val 2 Comments
Zoombezi Bay Waterpark is one of the top fun spots during summertime in Central Ohio! Featuring thrilling water slides,