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
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Free Community Day and more 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 of Franklin Park approximately two miles from downtown Columbus. If you're looking for things to do in Columbus, this will always be one of our top suggestions! It's fun for … [Read more...] about Free Community Day and more at Franklin Park Conservatory & Botanical Gardens
Grove City Movies in the Park at Town Center
Grove City Movies in the Park return to Grove City Town Center for Summer 2026! Catch a movie under the stars with friends and family at this free, annual outdoor movie series. Movies are shown at Town Center Park at 8 p.m. Children's activities begin at 7:30 p.m. Grove City Movies … [Read more...] about Grove City Movies in the Park at Town Center
Red, White and Boom Fireworks and America 250 Celebration
The BOOM is Back! Red, White and Boom returns in 2026 with the biggest fireworks show in the Midwest, celebrating 40+ years! Red, White and Boom! is Friday, July 3, 2026, at the Downtown riverfront and Arena District in Columbus, Ohio. This annual festival features music, … [Read more...] about Red, White and Boom Fireworks and America 250 Celebration
Free admission to Columbus Zoo: Military Family Days
is honoring active or retired military personnel and their immediate family with free admission to the Zoo during Military Family Days, presented by Bob Evans Farm. This week of recognition, from June 29 - July 3, 2026, is to thank them for the sacrifices the families have made for … [Read more...] about Free admission to Columbus Zoo: Military Family Days
Franklin County Fair Discounts and Activities
The Franklin County Fair will be full of entertainment from July 20-26, 2026 at the Franklin County Fairgrounds in Hilliard. Enjoy acres of fun at the Franklin County Fair this summer! Find your favorite foods, rides and family-friendly attractions you won’t find anywhere … [Read more...] about Franklin County Fair Discounts and Activities
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
Go Lunch! Free summer meals for kids
In an effort to curb food insecurity with kids in Franklin County, there are programs to provide free lunch for kids, and free produce to low income families. The Go, Lunch! Summer Food Program with Columbus Recreation and Parks' offers free, nutritionally balanced meals during the Summer months … [Read more...] about Go Lunch! Free summer meals for kids
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
Watch classic films with CAPA Summer Movie Series at Ohio Theatre
The CAPA Summer Movie Series is back! The 57th series of classic films and cult favorites will run at the Ohio Theatre, and feature 28 films over 8 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
Liberty and Lunacy: Doo Dah Parade and Block Party
The Annual Doo Dah Parade is celebrating its 43rd year in the Short North on July 4, 2026! 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
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 June 1 though July 31, 2026 to encourage people of all ages to read, … [Read more...] about Summer Reading Challenge at Columbus Metropolitan Library
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!
Festival Latino: Food, fun, and music at Genoa Park
Enjoy free family fun at the annual Festival Latino produced by CAPA on August 22-23, 2026 at Genoa Park near downtown. Since 1996 the Festival Latino has been providing Columbus the opportunity to experience traditional and contemporary Latin American culture and is now the largest … [Read more...] about Festival Latino: Food, fun, and music at Genoa Park
13 weekends of summer fun in Columbus
There's so much going on in Columbus this summer that you'll want to plan ahead so you don't miss your favorite events. There are only so many weekends, so make sure you plan some summer fun in Columbus this year! Mark your calendars and check back often, as this list will update regularly … [Read more...] about 13 weekends of summer fun in Columbus
