It's time to start purchasing your holiday gifts! We have a big list of local options in our Columbus Gift Guide to work through your shopping list! If you're waiting until Christmas Eve, make sure to check store hours, as smaller, local store may be closed or closing early. Merry … [Read more...] about Columbus Gift Guide for the Holiday season
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Shop Local in Columbus for the Holidays
I think everyone can agree that its SO important to shop local this holiday season when possible. We're gathering a list featuring places to shop local in Columbus and surrounding areas to support area businesses. Most of these lists are compiled by visitors bureaus, chambers of … [Read more...] about Shop Local in Columbus for the Holidays
Christmas in Downtown Delaware with Home for the Holidays
The tree is up and it's time to enjoy Christmas in Downtown Delaware with Home for the Holidays season from December 4-24, 2020. In lieu of a tree lighting ceremony, Main Street Delaware has put together a safe way to support local and enjoy the sights and sounds of Christmas in Downtown … [Read more...] about Christmas in Downtown Delaware with Home for the Holidays
Craftin’ Outlaws Virtual Holiday Market
Don't miss the annual Craftin' Outlaws Holiday Alternative Craft Fair on December 5-6, 2020. For 2020, the event will be held virtual instead of in person. Shopping won't be the same this year, but you'll STILL support local, and you'll STILL find amazing gifts! This craft show is always … [Read more...] about Craftin’ Outlaws Virtual Holiday Market
Columbus Festival for Good celebrates local social enterprises
Find the helpers in the community at the Columbus Festival for Good. The Festival for Good brings awareness to social enterprises operating in Central Ohio. Learn about some of the 100 social enterprises that exist in Columbus and surrounding communities, and how they give back and support growth … [Read more...] about Columbus Festival for Good celebrates local social enterprises
Columbus Moonlight Market on Gay Street
The Columbus Moonlight Market on Gay Street is a great Saturday night date or outing! The monthly outdoor street festival marketplace in Downtown Columbus takes place select Saturdays from April through October (some dates differ, so check schedule below), and it gets bigger every … [Read more...] about Columbus Moonlight Market on Gay Street
Farmers Markets in Columbus in 2020
It's the last stretch of farmers market season in Columbus, but the season will look a little different this year. Farmers' Markets in Columbus open in most communities in mid/late spring. Farmers' Markets are the best place to buy local produce through the Ohio growing season. Buy the freshest … [Read more...] about Farmers Markets in Columbus in 2020
Hilliard Restaurant Week replaces Taste of Hilliard
The Hilliard Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Taste of Hilliard and Business Expo is cancelled for 2020. You can still support the local restaurant business with Hilliard Restaurant Week 2020 from August 9-15, 2020, sponsored by Credit Union of Ohio! Hilliard Restaurant Week: August 9-15, … [Read more...] about Hilliard Restaurant Week replaces Taste of Hilliard
Explore The Route 33 Brew Trail
Head southeast of Columbus to check out the breweries from just outside of Columbus, through Lancaster to Hocking Hills with The Route 33 Brew Trail! It's the perfect time to take a drive and check out the great craft beer they have to offer. Pick up a trail guide at one of the … [Read more...] about Explore The Route 33 Brew Trail
Shop local at the Summer Powell Street Market
Enjoy a walk around downtown Powell on Sunday, July 19, 2020 for the summer season Powell Street Market. There will be over 100 unique and eclectic collection of vendors lining the streets of Downtown Powell with antiques, hand-made arts & crafts, edibles, and specialty products from 9:00 am - … [Read more...] about Shop local at the Summer Powell Street Market
Visit 9 stops on the Columbus Donut Trail
Need an excuse to get donuts? The newly launched Columbus Donut Trail is the perfect reason! National Donut Day is Friday, June 5, so it's the perfect month to work your way along the Columbus Donut Trail, which starts on June 1, 2020. There is other donut fun going on during Columbus … [Read more...] about Visit 9 stops on the Columbus Donut Trail
Ultimate guide to Columbus restaurants with pickup and delivery
Starting on May 15, restaurants and bars are permitted to reopen for outdoor dining with restrictions. On May 21, they are permitted to reopen for dine-in service with restrictions. Not all restaurants will be ready to open to customers, and carryout service can help support local restaurants during … [Read more...] about Ultimate guide to Columbus restaurants with pickup and delivery
Recreate the famous Fox in the Snow buttermilk biscuits (with new tips!)
Are you missing Fox in the Snow during this extended closure? Have some extra time on your hands? You can bring the taste to your own home by recreating one of their famous never-shared-before recipes - Fox in the Snow Buttermilk Biscuits! We are reposting this recipe because we've received some … [Read more...] about Recreate the famous Fox in the Snow buttermilk biscuits (with new tips!)
Pre-order Farmers Markets goods from vendors offering pickup/delivery
Even though indoor farmers markets have closed, you can still get the local produce, baked goods, meat, culinary goods, home products, and more that you'd find at the markets. Instead of browsing at the market, you'll browse online for pre-order farmers market goods from vendors offering pickup and … [Read more...] about Pre-order Farmers Markets goods from vendors offering pickup/delivery
Northstar Café Earth Day Burger benefits Employee Relief Fund
Every year in the past, Northstar Cafe has celebrated Earth Day with free veggie burgers at Columbus locations. This year with restaurant closures, they are doing things a little differently to help support their team members affected by the closures. Northstar Cafe has created a special … [Read more...] about Northstar Café Earth Day Burger benefits Employee Relief Fund
