If your kids love trucks, safety vehicles, and heavy equipment, don't miss the New Albany Touch a Truck! Head to the New Albany Public Service Department on Saturday, August 22, 2026 from 10 am - 12:30 pm. Kids will explore their favorite vehicles including fire engines, police cars, snow plows, … [Read more...] about Explore city vehicles and more at New Albany Touch a Truck – Aug 22
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2026 Union County Fair in Marysville
The Union County Fair takes over fairgrounds in Marysville from July 26 - August 1, 2026! Catch all of the fair food and fun with entertainment, agriculture, education, arts and crafts, and more. Union County Fair Grandstands Grandstand schedule includes Harness Racing, Demolition Derby, … [Read more...] about 2026 Union County Fair in Marysville
Explore Dublin with the Dublin Park Pass for a chance of prizes
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
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
Tunes in the park at Goodale Park Music Series
Head to Goodale Park on select Sundays for free concerts in the park as a part of Goodale Park Music Series. This five-week, family-friendly event is free to attend and will feature local bands Folquinox, Mt. Air, King Serpent, Gathering Stars, and Ron Holmes - Eclecticism. The … [Read more...] about Tunes in the park at Goodale Park Music Series
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
Explore at the Touch a Truck in Westerville – Aug 14
Kids love getting and up-close look and exploring emergency vehicles, construction equipment, and other vehicles at touch a truck events. Bring them to the Touch a Truck in Westerville on Friday, August 14, 2026 from 10 am - 12 pm at the Westerville Sports Complex. Check out fire trucks … [Read more...] about Explore at the Touch a Truck in Westerville – Aug 14
Mitchell’s Berries mourns passing of Farmer Paul; Offering U-pick strawberries, blooms, and asparagus
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 ages. I … [Read more...] about Mitchell’s Berries mourns passing of Farmer Paul; Offering U-pick strawberries, blooms, and asparagus
Columbus Water Lantern Festival brings magical moments on July 25
Water Lantern Festival comes to Columbus on Saturday, July 25, 2026, and is such a fun summer event! Let the lantern guide your future or release your past - the meaning is all yours. The festival featuring floating lanterns has been to cities across the U.S., and voted as #1 Best … [Read more...] about Columbus Water Lantern Festival brings magical moments on July 25
2026 Whitehall Food Truck and Fun Fest – July 25
The Whitehall Food Truck & Fun Festival is bringing the best food trucks to Whitehall on Saturday, July 25, 2026 from 11 am - 10 pm. This year’s Food Truck Fest returns to John Bishop Park, located on Etna Road between S. Hamilton and Country Club Road. There will be over 30 food … [Read more...] about 2026 Whitehall Food Truck and Fun Fest – July 25
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
Half Price Books Summer Reading Camp
Half Price Books is hosting Summer Reading Camp to encourage kids of all ages to keep up with reading during these summer months. Half Price Books Summer Reading Camp Sign up for HPB's Summer Reading Camp! Kids and their guardians can pick up their interactive reading log and … [Read more...] about Half Price Books Summer Reading Camp
Summer Concerts at Bicentennial Park Scioto Mile
Columbus Recreation and Parks hosts summer concerts at Bicentennial Park on throughout the summer! Bicentennial Park Scioto Mile Summer Concerts Food and drinks available starting at 5 pm; concerts start at 6:30 p.m. Each concert will feature a DJ, live music and food trucks. Admission is … [Read more...] about Summer Concerts at Bicentennial Park Scioto Mile
Upper Arlington Music in the Parks Performance Series
Upper Arlington Music in the Parks brings music to the parks during the summer. All concerts are free and everyone is welcome. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, and arrive early to grab your spot. There will be featured food trucks at each event. See full details. Arts on … [Read more...] about Upper Arlington Music in the Parks Performance Series
Merion Village Garden Tour – free to attend
Enjoy the beautiful summer weather during the annual Merion Village Garden Tour. The 26th Annual Merion Village Garden Tour is Sunday, July 12, 2026 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. The Garden Tour is free and open to all, thanks to the generous sponsors and advertisers. Check out the Facebook … [Read more...] about Merion Village Garden Tour – free to attend
