Animal lovers should plan to attend the Annual All-American Pet Expo along with the Annual All About Cats Expo and the Mega Pet Adoption from March 13-15, 2026 at the Ohio Expo Center. All-American Columbus Pet Expo The expo is full of animal fun with contests, entertainment, … [Read more...] about Columbus Pet Expo and Mega Adoption Event
Spring
Jurassic Quest Indoor Experience at Ohio Expo Center
ARE. YOU. READY?? The dinosaurs are coming back to town when Jurassic Quest indoor experience comes to Ohio Expo Center with the nation’s largest touring dinosaur exhibit for a fun family outing! More than 100 realistic dinosaurs are back from extinction to invade Columbus from … [Read more...] about Jurassic Quest Indoor Experience at Ohio Expo Center
Marietta Awaits: Ohio’s First Riverboat Town
Celebrate Spring by planning your first road trip of the season to Ohio’s first city. Just a two-hour drive from Columbus, a visit to Marietta is the perfect destination trip to the Ohio River. Immerse yourself in centuries old history and make a few new memories of your own. Settled in … [Read more...] about Marietta Awaits: Ohio’s First Riverboat Town
Free Yoga on the Square at Easton on Fridays
Fitness Yoga on the Square is back at Easton Town Center on Fridays! Do some yoga al fresco on Fridays at 8:30 am on the Town Square. The season kicks off on June through August, 2025. This basic yoga class is designed for beginner and mainstream fitness participants to focus on strength, … [Read more...] about Free Yoga on the Square at Easton on Fridays
Columbus Park of Roses features 13 acres of blooms in the middle of Columbus
Created in 1953, Columbus Park of Roses in Whetstone Park is one of the largest public rose gardens in the U.S. It has grown to include over 7,500 rose specimens, as well as 100's of varieties of bulbs, herbs, perennials, shrubs and trees. I'm embarrassed to admit that I lived … [Read more...] about Columbus Park of Roses features 13 acres of blooms in the middle of Columbus
Best places for Creeking in Columbus
When it's warm in Ohio, we look for outdoor activities to entertain our kids! Want to fill a warm morning or afternoon? Go creeking in Columbus! Kids LOVE getting their feet wet, looking for bugs, crawdads, fish, and skipping stones. There are places to explore creeks all over Columbus. … [Read more...] about Best places for Creeking in Columbus
Taste of Granville at Bryn Du Mansion
Take a short drive outside of Columbus to taste all that Granville has to offer with a Taste of Granville on Saturday, July 26, 2025 from 5 - 8 pm at the Bryn Du Mansion. Taste of Granville is at the Bryn Du Mansion Fieldhouse and Carriage House. The event features local restaurants, caterers … [Read more...] about Taste of Granville at Bryn Du Mansion
Mitchell’s Berries U-pick and Special Farm events
Mitchell's Berries LLC, located in Plain City, is a destination you'll want to put on your Spring and Summer bucket list. With strawberries and a variety of raspberries (u-pick depending on crop availability each year), plus special farm events, this family farm is a fun place for all … [Read more...] about Mitchell’s Berries U-pick and Special Farm events
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, and feature nature-inspired stories for you to enjoy along your walk. Storybook Trails combine the love for reading, nature, and outdoor activity, and are a great way to spend … [Read more...] about Visit these Story Trails in Columbus for reading + nature fun!
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
Staying safe from Ticks in Columbus and around Ohio
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While the weather in Spring, Summer, and Fall makes us want to be outside, insects can be a real bug in Ohio. While mosquitos may be the most annoying, ticks are the hidden danger. The population of ticks in Columbus and around Ohio has been on the rise in recent years, thanks to warmer … [Read more...] about Staying safe from Ticks in Columbus and around Ohio
Shop the Village Valuables Sale in German Village
Village Valuables in German Village, the City’s Largest Yard Sale, is expected to be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. It's typically held the 3rd Saturday in May each year. Village Valuables Residents will have sales on the sidewalks, and in their yards and garages, selling … [Read more...] about Shop the Village Valuables Sale in German Village
Dragonboat Races and Asian Festival
There are two exciting events celebrating Asian culture in Columbus with the Dragonboat Exhibition and Race and the Asian Festival. Dragonboat Exhibition The Dragonboat Exhibition is scheduled for May 17, 2026 at West Bank Park, 181 S. Washington Blvd. Get there early at 7:30 am … [Read more...] about Dragonboat Races and Asian Festival
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 blankets and chairs and enjoy family fun, a concert, food trucks, and more! Free Concert! The Navigators Saturday, May 22, 2026 starting at 6 pm A group comprised of Columbus … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Weekend at the Columbus Commons
Free Fishing Days in Ohio and other states
Get the family to some water for National Fishing and Boating Week, a celebration of fishing and boating the first week of June every year. The week highlights the benefits of recreational boating and fishing, as well as preserving our country's natural beauty. Each state celebrates different … [Read more...] about Free Fishing Days in Ohio and other states
