With the cold and/or wet weather, it's harder to get the kids outside to run off energy. Head to Skate Zone 71 and let them skate off their energy. They offer skate sessions most days and have a bunch of holiday and winter break sessions with special guests, as well as other deals. Best yet, … [Read more...] about Skate Zone 71 Holiday and Winter Break Parties
Winter
Ice Skating in Dublin at the Dublin Ice Rink at Riverside Crossing Park
The City of Dublin brought back the ice rink to Riverside Crossing Park for winter fun in Dublin! The 3,200-square-foot rink is located in the lower plaza on the east side of the Dublin Link pedestrian bridge. This ice rink differs from the Ice Rink at Coffman Park, which requires freezing … [Read more...] about Ice Skating in Dublin at the Dublin Ice Rink at Riverside Crossing Park
Central Ohio Model Railroad Club Holiday Open House
Central Ohio Model Railroad Club is hosting Holiday Weekends with Model Trains starting Thanksgiving weekend. Central Ohio Model Railroad Club Holiday Open House The annual holiday open house with COMRC starts on Friday, November 28, 2025, and runs every Saturday and Sunday through … [Read more...] about Central Ohio Model Railroad Club Holiday Open House
Indoor Farmer’s Markets in Columbus
Winter doesn't mean the end of farmers markets in Columbus - they just bring them inside! Shopping at an indoor farmers market in Columbus and Central Ohio will keep your kitchens full of local goods. While the options are different than the growing season farmers markets, you'll … [Read more...] about Indoor Farmer’s Markets in Columbus
Metro Parks Annual Winter Hike Series and Celebration
Get out and enjoy the fresh air in our beautiful metro parks this winter. Get healthy and enjoy the beautiful scenery around our metro parks with the Annual Winter Hike Series with Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks. Visit the parks and hike any trail on your own schedule, pace, … [Read more...] about Metro Parks Annual Winter Hike Series and Celebration
Wildlights at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Wildlights is back at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium this year as a fantastic holiday tradition, and you won't want to miss this event powered by AEP Ohio. From November 21, 2025 - January 4, 2026, you can check out the Columbus Zoo Christmas lights and festivities featuring displays of … [Read more...] about Wildlights at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
PBJ and Jazz Concerts for kids at Lincoln Theatre
The PBJ and Jazz Concert Series is back at the Lincoln Theater for the 2025/2026 season of Jazz Academy’s concert series. PBJ and Jazz concerts are 1 hour long interactive and casual concerts intended to introduce young children and their families to jazz and American music, and feature some of … [Read more...] about PBJ and Jazz Concerts for kids at Lincoln Theatre
Wildlights Member Preview Night at Columbus Zoo
Wildlights is back at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium soon and you won't want to miss this spectacular holiday event powered by AEP Ohio. From Friday, November 21, 2025- Sunday, January 4, 2026, guests can check out the festivities at the Zoo featuring displays of millions of LED … [Read more...] about Wildlights Member Preview Night at Columbus Zoo
The Columbus Blue Jackets 5th Line 5K Race
The Columbus Blue Jackets and M3S Sports are hosting The 5th Line 5K Race presented by OhioHealth on February 1, 2026. The annual downtown road race offers runners and walkers an active way to celebrate the winter season with the Blue Jackets. The 5th Line 5K Race begins at 10 a.m. outside … [Read more...] about The Columbus Blue Jackets 5th Line 5K Race
Indoor Playground at Recreations Outlet open 7 days/week
Imagine your kids playing on huge playground structures, trampolines, basketball courts, swings, and outdoor recreational equipment, no matter what the weather conditions and temperature. At Recreations Outlet in Powell, they can play on the best playground equipment in the huge … [Read more...] about Indoor Playground at Recreations Outlet open 7 days/week
Maple Syrup tours and events in Columbus
Maple trees are truly a hero in the tree world. They provide shade in the hot weather, beautiful leaves in the fall, and when winter seems like it'll never end, they can be tapped for their sap. The sap is boiled down to produce maple syrup, and then it's pancake time! Who would think … [Read more...] about Maple Syrup tours and events in Columbus
Visit Columbus Zoo on President’s Day with Winter Discount
Lots of people have off work and school on President's Day! It's a perfect day to visit the Columbus Zoo and take advantage of the winter discount! Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is is open from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. every day during the winter season. The winter months are one of our favorite … [Read more...] about Visit Columbus Zoo on President’s Day with Winter Discount
2025 Mardi Gras in Columbus: King Cakes and Fat Tuesday meals
While Columbus isn't "known" for Mardi Gras celebrations, that doesn't mean YOU can't celebrate in your own way! The celebration of Mardi Gras Fat Tuesday marks the end of the Carnival season and the last night of excess before the Lenten season. Originally adopted from French immigrants, … [Read more...] about 2025 Mardi Gras in Columbus: King Cakes and Fat Tuesday meals
Schools Out! President’s Day Weekend
This weekend is a long weekend for many with President's Day on Monday, February 17, 2025. Whether you think of it as honoring the birthdays of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, or a day in honor of all of the Presidents, everyone can agree - it's nice to have a long weekend just when it … [Read more...] about Schools Out! President’s Day Weekend
$5 margaritas at On The Border for National Margarita Day
National Margarita Day might just be one of my favorite holidays - salt and rocks please! On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina will help you celebrate National Margarita Day on the cheap. On February 17-23, 2025, get $5 House Margaritas - frozen or on the … [Read more...] about $5 margaritas at On The Border for National Margarita Day
