The Mt. Vernon corridor of the King Lincoln District will be rocking with Jazz, Classical R&B, inspirational and Blues with the Heritage Music Festival Concert Series with the King Arts Complex. This free concert series features show on select Thursdays evenings in July and August. Bring your … [Read more...] about Heritage Music Festival Concert Series at King Lincoln District
Summer
Free Concerts at Columbus Commons through the Summer
Free concerts are in full swing at Columbus Commons this summer, so grab your dancing shoes and head to the Commons with friends for some outdoor music. Bring a blanket and/or lawn chairs, but leave the coolers at home - drinks and food are available for purchase. Columbus Commons Concert … [Read more...] about Free Concerts at Columbus Commons through the Summer
Upper Arlington Music in the Parks and around town with UA 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. Party on the Plaza UA Performance … [Read more...] about Upper Arlington Music in the Parks and around town with UA Performance Series
Visit the Hartford Fair: “The Biggest Little Fair in the World”
Ohio LOVES fairs, and if you haven't visited the Hartford Fair before, put it on the calendar for this year for August 4-10, 2024. Located in Croton, just north of Johnstown, the Hartford Fair is only 30-40 minutes from much of Columbus. The first Hartford Fair was in 1858, and in all of … [Read more...] about Visit the Hartford Fair: “The Biggest Little Fair in the World”
Free Summer Kids Movies at Strand Theatre
The Strand Theatre in Delaware is offering Free Summer Kids Movies on Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., tba 2024 The theatre will be collecting needed items or money for a different charity each week if you'd wish to make a contribution. See the schedule below to see which charity is being … [Read more...] about Free Summer Kids Movies at Strand Theatre
Summer Jam West
Head to Westgate Park on July 13, 2024 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
Red, White and Boom Fireworks and Celebration
The BOOM is Back! Red, White and Boom returns in 2024 with the biggest fireworks show in the Midwest, celebrating 40+ years! Red, White and Boom! is Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at the Downtown riverfront and Arena District in Columbus, Ohio. This annual festival features music, … [Read more...] about Red, White and Boom Fireworks and Celebration
Over 15 Free Summer Reading Programs in Columbus
Summer reading programs are a great incentive to keep kids reading during the Summer months. Students who read over the summer break tend to avoid the "Summer Slide", or Summer learning loss. Students should be reading at least 10-20 minutes each day, and adults should be reading to non-readers … [Read more...] about Over 15 Free Summer Reading Programs in Columbus
Free outdoor movies at Columbus Metro Parks
Head to a Columbus Metro Parks this summer and fall for movies under the stars! These free movies are open to all ages! 2023 Outdoor Movies at Columbus Metro Parks Movies start at dark! Refreshments are provided. Friday, July 28 (9 pm) Movie in the Park: Lightyear at … [Read more...] about Free outdoor movies at Columbus Metro Parks
Free Summer Kids’ Series at Studio 35
Let's face it, summer in Ohio isn't always perfect. We bounce from rain to too hot to too chilly, sometimes in the same week. When the weather isn't what you want or the kids have become annoying, go to the movies! Studio 35 is showing FREE movies for the Summer Kids’ Series … [Read more...] about Free Summer Kids’ Series at Studio 35
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
ComFest: A Community Festival for all
It's that time of year again for the crazy but fun ComFest, which is back in Goodale Park from June 28-30, 2024. What is Comfest? Comfest is a volunteer-run Community Festival held in Goodale Park featuring several stages of local music, activism, arts, crafts, food and drink vendors. Check … [Read more...] about ComFest: A Community Festival for all
Get on the water with Trapper John’s Canoe Livery on Big Darby Creek
Trapper John's Canoe Livery is currently not booking trip for Summer 2024 and is for sale. Please check website for any changes during the season. Spring and Summer are here, and canoeing is a great option during the dog days AND once we head into fall and the leave start to … [Read more...] about Get on the water with Trapper John’s Canoe Livery on Big Darby Creek
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, 2023 to encourage people of all ages to read, from … [Read more...] about Summer Reading Challenge at Columbus Metropolitan Library
2024 Westerville Music & Arts Festival
The annual Westerville Music & Arts Festival presented by the Westerville Area Chamber of Commerce showcases beautiful art returns to Heritage Park on July 13-14, 2024. The event will feature 100+ artists, multiple musical performances, and 15 food vendors. You'll also enjoy a … [Read more...] about 2024 Westerville Music & Arts Festival