July is National Parks and Recreation Month, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with the return of Visit Dublin’s 2025 Parks Pass in partnership with OhioHealth. The Dublin Park Pass is FREE and fully digital to encourage users explore 60+ parks throughout Dublin to discover … [Read more...] about Explore Dublin with the Dublin Park Pass for a chance of prizes
Summer
13 fields and farms with Lavender in Ohio to visit this Summer
We can't get enough of gorgeous fields of flowers, and lavender fields are some of the prettiest (and best smelling) fields you can enjoy! Find out where you can find some amazing lavender in Ohio. And then see where you can find Sunflower Fields in Ohio, including many in Central Ohio, starting … [Read more...] about 13 fields and farms with Lavender in Ohio to visit this Summer
Summer Jam West – Final year!
Head to Westgate Park on July 19, 2025 for Summer Jam West with Hilltop Arts Collective. This free, family-friendly festival celebrates music and art, and will include live music, face painting, kids' art activities, food trucks, art sale and more. Summer Jam West is family-friendly, … [Read more...] about Summer Jam West – Final year!
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 and carts will take part in the festival with the return to the Franklin County Fairgrounds on August 16-17, 2025. The festival showcases delicious and unique fare from 50+ … [Read more...] about 2025 Columbus Food Truck Festival at Franklin County Fairgrounds
Sign up for Kids Bowl Free this Summer!
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This summer take the kids bowling without emptying your wallet! KidsBowlFree.com offers two games of bowling for free every day for kids at participating bowling alleys (up to ages 18 and under, depending on location). Additionally, adults and older kids are eligible for two free games a day … [Read more...] about Sign up for Kids Bowl Free this Summer!
Free Fitness with Motivation at the Station
Start your Saturday mornings with some free fitness in Hilliard at Hilliard Station Park with the Motivation at the Station series. 2025 Motivation at the Station Schedule June 7 through September 20, 2025 The classes are open to all fitness levels ages 13+, and are 50 minutes long. Bring a … [Read more...] about Free Fitness with Motivation at the Station
Watch classic films with CAPA Summer Movie Series at Ohio Theatre
The CAPA Summer Movie Series is back! The 56th series of classic films and cult favorites will run at the Ohio Theatre, and feature 19 films over 6 weeks. Don’t miss your chance to see these great films on the big screen in America’s longest running classic film series at the stunning Ohio … [Read more...] about Watch classic films with CAPA Summer Movie Series at Ohio Theatre
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 with friends or date nights. Enter NightLight 614. This outdoor film series is made for the 21+ crowd featuring great movies and some of the best food trucks, breweries, and … [Read more...] about Nightlight 614: Outdoor Movies for adults
Summer Kids’ Series at Studio 35 (free for kids!)
When the weather isn't what you want or the kids have become annoying, go to the movies! Studio 35 is showing favorite family movies for the Summer Kids’ Series thanks to sponsor CollegeAdvantage 529 Plan. Kids' tickets are FREE, adults are $5. Catch a movie at 10:30 am on Saturday, … [Read more...] about Summer Kids’ Series at Studio 35 (free for kids!)
Discover the Enchanting Topiary Park in the Discovery District | Free Events this Summer
Located in the heart of the Discovery District Topiary Garden Park is a 9+ acre public park that is home to a sculpted evergreen garden depicting Georges Seurat’s 1887 A Sunday Afternoon on the Isle of La Grande Jatte. Topiary Park The park is filled with topiaries shaped into … [Read more...] about Discover the Enchanting Topiary Park in the Discovery District | Free Events this Summer
Summer Reading Challenge at Columbus Metropolitan Library
Public libraries are a huge resource for free and cheap events and resources in any city, but the Columbus Metropolitan Library wants to reward everyone just for reading this summer. The Summer Reading Challenge runs from May 31 though July 31, 2025 to encourage people of all ages to read, … [Read more...] about Summer Reading Challenge at Columbus Metropolitan Library
Phoenix Theaters Lennox 24 Free Summer Movie Series
Lennox Town Center 24 is now owned by Phoenix Theaters, and you can enjoy FREE family movies with the Free Summer Movie Series. Films are show at 10 am on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Doors open at 9 am; seating is limited to auditorium capacity. Admission is totally free, and they are … [Read more...] about Phoenix Theaters Lennox 24 Free Summer Movie Series
Free Pollinator Palooza at Franklin Park Conservatory
Celebrate birds, bees, butterflies and all of the creatures that make our gardens grow during Pollinator Palooza, happening Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Franklin Park Conservatory in conjunction with National Pollinator Week. Engage with various organizations that are raising awareness for … [Read more...] about Free Pollinator Palooza at Franklin Park Conservatory
Liberty and Lunacy: Doo Dah Parade and Block Party
The Annual Doo Dah Parade is celebrating its 42nd year in the Short North on July 4, 2025! Celebrate Liberty and Lunacy with this wacky parade in the Short North. The Line-Up begins around noon at Goodale Park heading north, with the parade at 1:00 p.m. No registration required … [Read more...] about Liberty and Lunacy: Doo Dah Parade and Block Party
The Columbus Book Festival in Discovery District
Love reading, libraries, and everything books? Add The Columbus Book Festival to your summertime Columbus festival list! Columbus Book Festival Head downtown to the Discovery District for a two-day festival for all ages on July 11-12, 2026. You'll enjoy national and local authors, … [Read more...] about The Columbus Book Festival in Discovery District
