Whether you're a foodie, love a good drink, or you just want to explore, these tasty and fun trails will take you on an adventure in Ohio. Take a day or weekend to complete a trail, or take all year! Some adventure trails offer a prize at the end, but if not, you'll enjoy the treats and the … [Read more...] about Fun and Tasty Adventure Trails in Ohio
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Best photography locations in Columbus
Is it time to update your family photos? Spring, Summer, and Fall are all great season to take outdoor photos, and provide a variety of scenery. In the spring you'll have bright greenery, budding trees, and early flowers. Summertime features lush green and an abundance of flowers, including … [Read more...] about Best photography locations in Columbus
Overnight Adventures and 1 Kids Free at Newport Aquarium
You won't have your toes in the sand, but you'll feel like you're at the ocean at Newport Aquarium near Cincinnati. Whether you make it a long weekend in Cincinnati or head there for the day, you'll find plenty to explore for hours. Newport Aquarium is just 2 hours away and … [Read more...] about Overnight Adventures and 1 Kids Free at Newport Aquarium
Bucket list of free and cheap fun for kids in Columbus this Summer
Last chance for some summer time fun before school starts! There's so much free and cheap fun for kids around Columbus in the summertime, and we've gathered a huge list for you to explore! Whether you want to enjoy the sun or avoid it, there are plenty of indoor and outdoor options to keep busy on … [Read more...] about Bucket list of free and cheap fun for kids in Columbus this Summer
Free admission to Kings Island for teachers, first responders, and healthcare professionals
Kings Island is offering free admission to teachers, first responders and healthcare professionals on select days in August in honor of Community Appreciation Days. The 364-acre amusement park hosts free weekends for the community heroes who serve us everyday. Tickets can be purchased for … [Read more...] about Free admission to Kings Island for teachers, first responders, and healthcare professionals
Travel Ohio: Town Center, Fun Finds, and more in Columbiana, Ohio
A small town Main Street, thriving Town Center, craft breweries and wineries, Shaker Woods Festival and Christmas in the Woods, Handel's Ice Cream, Firestone Park, and more - all combine to make Columbiana, Ohio a wonderful place for out-of-towners to visit. Columbiana is a city with a small town … [Read more...] about Travel Ohio: Town Center, Fun Finds, and more in Columbiana, Ohio
Keep cool with free Splash Pads in Columbus
Stay cool this summer with the kids at splash pads in Columbus! There are 15 splash pads and water play areas to check out around the city, and most are free, so you can try a new one each week! Splash pads are an easier way to cool off than going to a swimming pool, and are perfect for … [Read more...] about Keep cool with free Splash Pads in Columbus
Fun Family Getaway: Comfort Inn Splash Harbor
Looking for a fun and inexpensive family getaway close to Columbus? Enjoy indoor waterpark fun for the price of a hotel room at Comfort Inn Splash Harbor in Bellville, about an hour from Columbus. With room rates starting at less than $100 depending on the season, it's an affordable … [Read more...] about Fun Family Getaway: Comfort Inn Splash Harbor
Sweetest Trail in Ohio: Butler County Donut Trail
You've heard of bar crawls, wine trails, coffee crawls, and other treks for goodness, but here's one you don't want to miss. Butler County is home to the popular Donut Trail in Ohio. The Butler County Donut Trail features 11 family-owned businesses with a combined 300+ years of donut-making … [Read more...] about Sweetest Trail in Ohio: Butler County Donut Trail
Safari in Ohio: Take a Wilds Tour!
Looking for something interesting to do this summer? Explore The Wilds in Cumberland, Ohio, with over 9,000 acres of open range habitat for rare and endangered species. Take a tour through open range animal areas to see giraffe, rhinos, camel, bison, zebras, … [Read more...] about Safari in Ohio: Take a Wilds Tour!
Get a day pass for these Outdoor Public Pools in Columbus
Sometimes it's just too hot to be outside without being in a pool. If you don't have a friend or family member to visit with a pool, head to one of these public pools in Columbus to cool off. We've gathered a list of public pools in Columbus that do not require a membership or … [Read more...] about Get a day pass for these Outdoor Public Pools in Columbus
The top Free and Cheap things to do in Columbus
There are so many amazing things to do in Columbus that aren't going to break the bank. Here are some of the top free and cheap things to do in Columbus. This list only covers a fraction of the fun in Columbus (we live in an amazing city!), but we hope you'll find some new ideas. … [Read more...] about The top Free and Cheap things to do in Columbus
Columbus Zoo Tickets, Discounts, and Free Days
We love the Columbus Zoo and we get lots of questions about discounted Columbus Zoo & Aquarium tickets for the season and we post them when we see them. There are some discounts available year-round though, plus season passes are a great way to save money if you plan to go several times … [Read more...] about Columbus Zoo Tickets, Discounts, and Free Days
Roadtrippin’: 20+ things to do with kids in Cincinnati
Cincinnati is less than 2 hours from Columbus and is FULL of things to do with kids. If a bigger vacation isn't in the budget this year, head to Cincinnati for a weekend and check out a few of these fun attractions. You'll find fun activities in Cincinnati for the whole family at a … [Read more...] about Roadtrippin’: 20+ things to do with kids in Cincinnati
Free theme park admission for Military
Plan your vacations! Seaworld Parks and Entertainment wants to thank the U.S. troops with free or reduced theme park admission to one of its parks through the Waves of Honor program. Admission deals for Military Current members of the military, and as many as three direct dependents … [Read more...] about Free theme park admission for Military
