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Over 320 options for fun this weekend in Columbus
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Where to find Santa Pictures around Columbus
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Sending Letters to Santa in Columbus and where to find Santa’s Mailbox
Naughty or nice, it's time for kids to write their Letters to Santa! There are drop-off locations for Santa's Mailbox … [Read More...]

Community Tree Lightings and Holiday Celebrations in Columbus
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Columbus Christmas lights displays, and a Google map to find them!
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Ohio Statehouse Holiday Choir Performances
Get into the holiday spirit with FREE lunchtime holiday choir performances on weekdays by Ohio musical groups … [Read More...]

$6 holiday movies Season’s Screenings Retro Series at Marcus Theatres

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BalletMet The Nutcracker discounts and special performances

Gifts of the Craftsmen Sale at Ohio Craft Museum

Photos with Santa at Easton Town Center

Roll in 2026 at Bowlero and AMF New Year’s Eve Bowling Parties

Nativity at Cathedral Square (formerly State Auto Christmas Corner)

Christmas Tree Farms and Lots in Columbus

Free Santa pictures at Indian Mound Mall in Heath

Santa, NYE, and weekly fun at Trolley District and East Market

KidsLinked Westerville Winterfest with Santa, Bluey, Chase & Stitch

Holidays in Fairfield County: Santa, parades, holiday celebrations, and more
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Holidays in Columbus

Ohio Statehouse Holiday Choir Performances
Get into the holiday spirit with FREE lunchtime holiday choir performances on weekdays by Ohio musical groups … [Read More...]

$6 holiday movies Season’s Screenings Retro Series at Marcus Theatres
Watch your favorite holiday movies on the big screen at Marcus Theatres with the Season's Screenings Retro Series from … [Read More...]

BalletMet The Nutcracker discounts and special performances
BalletMet The Nutcracker is a favorite holiday tradition in Columbus and will be performed at the historic Ohio … [Read More...]

Gifts of the Craftsmen Sale at Ohio Craft Museum
If you’re into handmade gifts, fine art, and crafts, you must visit the Ohio Craft Museum in Grandview Heights for … [Read More...]

Photos with Santa at Easton Town Center
Pull out the cute festive clothing for your kids for a photo you'll treasure for years! Get photos with Santa at … [Read More...]

Nativity at Cathedral Square (formerly State Auto Christmas Corner)
Since 1932, State Auto Insurance displayed the State Auto Christmas Corner and Life-Sized Nativity. In 2023, State Auto … [Read More...]

Christmas Tree Farms and Lots in Columbus
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The holiday season has arrived and one of the main features of Christmas is the Christmas Tree! Whether you decorate … [Read More...]

Holidays in Fairfield County: Santa, parades, holiday celebrations, and more
There's so much Christmas fun going on for the Holidays in Fairfield County. From tree lightings, to holiday markets, … [Read More...]

Wildlights at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Wildlights is back at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium this year as a fantastic holiday tradition, and you won't want … [Read More...]
Family Fun

Free Santa pictures at Indian Mound Mall in Heath
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Santa is at Indian Mound Mall in Heath, Ohio again in 2025, and taking photos with Santa is FREE! Photos with Santa … [Read More...]

KidsLinked Westerville Winterfest with Santa, Bluey, Chase & Stitch
KidsLinked.com puts of fun and free festivals throughout the year all over the city. These KidsFest events are planned … [Read More...]

Kids Eat Free (or cheap) in Columbus
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If you want to dine out as a family, stretch your money by choosing places where KIDS EAT FREE or cheap in Columbus. We … [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...]

IKEA Columbus: Monthly craft night and Holiday fun in December
IKEA Columbus holds a variety of activities and workshops through the year. Registration may be required for some, and … [Read More...]

Christmas Open House at the Orange Johnson House – Dec 14
The Orange Johnson House Museum is one of the oldest residences in its original location in Central Ohio. See what it … [Read More...]

Marmon Valley Farm Country Christmas
Enjoy fun on the farm at Marmon Valley Farm in Zanesfield, Ohio. Located just 35 minutes northwest of Dublin, the farm … [Read More...]

Santa, Keg Tappings and Family nights at Hofbrauhaus Columbus Brewery
Located in Grandview Yard, Hofbräuhaus Columbus Brewery & Restaurant is a great place for family and friends, great … [Read More...]

Second Sundays at Ohio Wildlife Center
On the 2nd Sunday of each month, visit Ohio Wildlife Center Cook Road Education Center in Powell to learn, explore and … [Read More...]
Date Night

$6 holiday movies Season’s Screenings Retro Series at Marcus Theatres
Watch your favorite holiday movies on the big screen at Marcus Theatres with the Season's Screenings Retro Series from … [Read More...]

Annual Hocking Hills Winter Hike: Old Mans Cave to Ash Cave
January seems to be the time of year everyone commits to fitness. Start it off right and brave the cold this winter by … [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...]

Holiday season at Dublin Bridge Park
There's always fun going on at Dublin Bridge Park. From amazing restaurants, bars, retails, Dublin Link, walking and … [Read More...]

Cherry Valley Hotel Breakfast with Santa, Winter Glow, Holiday dining and more
Cherry Valley Hotel & Ohio Event Center in Newark, Ohio underwent $20 million in renovations starting in 2019, and … [Read More...]

Franklinton Fridays and 400 Market
If you haven't been to Franklinton lately, check out all of the changes on the second Friday of each month … [Read More...]

Merry Tacky Christmas at Brew Dog Short North
Tis the season to be tacky with BrewDog Short North! BrewDog Short North is in the full spirit of the holiday … [Read More...]

Fun activities to celebrate Christmas for adults in Columbus
A lot of Christmas fun revolves around children - but there are a lot of fun activities celebrating Christmas for adults … [Read More...]

Classic Holiday Films at Gateway Film Center
Gateway Film Center is showing their Holiday Classics Film Series on select days through December 2025. Gateway Film … [Read More...]
Food and Dining in Columbus

Restaurants open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
If you’re looking to dine out over the holidays, the following restaurants are open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day … [Read More...]

Cherry Valley Hotel Breakfast with Santa, Winter Glow, Holiday dining and more
Cherry Valley Hotel & Ohio Event Center in Newark, Ohio underwent $20 million in renovations starting in 2019, and … [Read More...]

Walmart offers Holiday Meals for 10 at under $4 per person
Making a holiday meal can be expensive, and Walmart has a budget-friendly holiday meal deal. For less than $4 per … [Read More...]

Santa, Keg Tappings and Family nights at Hofbrauhaus Columbus Brewery
Located in Grandview Yard, Hofbräuhaus Columbus Brewery & Restaurant is a great place for family and friends, great … [Read More...]

Merry Tacky Christmas at Brew Dog Short North
Tis the season to be tacky with BrewDog Short North! BrewDog Short North is in the full spirit of the holiday … [Read More...]

Cookies with Santa and Breakfast with Santa around Columbus
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There's something magical about sharing cookies or breakfast with Santa. There are plenty of opportunities for breakfast … [Read More...]
Thanksgiving in Columbus

Where to find Santa Pictures around Columbus
Santa makes his appearance all over Columbus for the holiday season, so get out your festive clothing for Santa

Community Tree Lightings and Holiday Celebrations in Columbus
Columbus is made up with so many amazing communities that have their own traditions and special events for

Columbus Christmas lights displays, and a Google map to find them!
Columbus LOVES Christmas lights! From free but amazing neighborhood displays, to immersive paid Christmas lights

Get 3 months of Audible for just .99 cents PLUS a $20 Audible credit
Love audio books (or want to give them a try)? Audible has a great limited time offer that is 90% off the original

Affordable Thanksgiving Meal from Target is Back: Under $20 feeds 4 in 2025
Target has brought back its popular Thanksgiving meal package, this time with an extra treat for those watching their

Paramount+ Black Friday $2.99 offer through Dec 2
Need a new streaming service to get you through the winter season? Paramount+ streaming service is offering a great

Call Butterball Turkey-Talk Line for prep and cooking help
It's time for turkey! Preparing and cooking a turkey is not as easy as you'd think, especially for first-timers. If

2025 Worthington Holiday Open House and Tree Lighting
Head to Worthington Thanksgiving weekend to get into the holiday spirit with the Holiday Open House and Tree

Cranksgiving Columbus Food Drive powered by bikes benefits CRC Food Pantry
Help out the Clintonville-Beechwold Community Resource Center Food Pantry and those they serve by joining in for

Powell Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day
Make room for your Thanksgiving Meal by running the Powell Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving, November 27, 2025. Put your

FREE things to do Thanksgiving weekend with friends and family
Whether you have friends and family visiting for Thanksgiving Day Weekend, or you're looking for something to do to get

Order your Thanksgiving Meal To Go
Not everyone wants to or can spend hours in the kitchen cooking a Thanksgiving meal. If that describes you, consider

