Don't miss the oldest and largest (and highly anticipated) festival in Ohio this fall! The Circleville Pumpkin Show is from Wednesday, October 15 – Saturday, October 18, 2025. This huge pumpkin festival always starts the 3rd Wednesday of October - just in case you need to request off work … [Read more...] about Pumpkin EVERYTHING at The Great Circleville Pumpkin Show
Autumn
Celebrate Italian traditions with Columbus Italian Festival (Oct 10-12)
Take a staycation to Italy with the Columbus Italian Festival on October 10-12, 2025 in Italian Village near the Short North. Columbus Italian Festival This family-friendly event is full of live entertainment, open-air markets, dancing, food, and Bocce. Kids will have a blast in Zona … [Read more...] about Celebrate Italian traditions with Columbus Italian Festival (Oct 10-12)
Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons (Sep 6)
Now that fall is here, enjoy the season at the Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons The Harvest Fair will feature a day of family-friendly rides, games, and entertainment. Families can enjoy bounce houses, … [Read more...] about Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons (Sep 6)
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 Columbus and Central Ohio at these parks, trails, and nature preserves. Ohio is home to many different types of wildflowers! You'll spot bloodroot, spring … [Read more...] about Take a hike! 13 Wildflower Hikes in Columbus and Central Ohio
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, including a couple in Central Ohio. Skyview Drive-in is located in Lancaster, which less than 40 minutes from downtown Columbus! Skyview Drive-in is also having a flea market on … [Read more...] about Visit Lancaster’s Skyview Drive-in movie theatre for double feature fun and flea markets
Vote – and grab these Election Day deals and discounts
VOTE - and get free stuff and discounts! No matter who you choose for office, it's your duty to vote. Not only will you help shape your future by voting, you can also enjoy a few Election Day deals and discounts from businesses! The offers are only valid on November 5, 2024, unless otherwise … [Read more...] about Vote – and grab these Election Day deals and discounts
Old Hilliardfest Street Festival cancelled for 2023
The festival will not be held in 2023. See press release. Old Hilliardfest is Saturday, September 10, 2022 in downtown Hilliard, Ohio to kick off that start of the fall season. Hilliard's flagship festival features multiple stages with live music, great food and beer, kids games, and … [Read more...] about Old Hilliardfest Street Festival cancelled for 2023
OSU CHAIRE Family-Animal Interaction Day
Center for Human-Animal Interactions Research & Education at Ohio State University, or CHAIRE, hosts family-friendly fundraiser that is perfect for animal lovers. Family-Animal Interaction Day is Saturday, October 2, 2021 from noon - 5 pm, and will be full of animal fun. This exciting … [Read more...] about OSU CHAIRE Family-Animal Interaction Day
Free admission for military at Newport Aquarium Veteran’s week
TBA for 2021 In recognition of Veterans Day, Newport Aquarium honors and celebrates the men and women who’ve served our country by offering them free admission at Newport Aquarium Veteran's week from November 11 to 17, 2019. Active or retired member of the military, a disabled … [Read more...] about Free admission for military at Newport Aquarium Veteran’s week
Shop local: Fall Powell Street Market
Enjoy a walk around downtown Powell on Sunday, September 12, 2021 for the Fall Powell Street Market. There will be over 90 unique and eclectic vendors lining the streets of North Liberty Street in Powell with antiques, hand-made arts & crafts, edibles, and specialty products from 9:00 am - … [Read more...] about Shop local: Fall Powell Street Market
