Have fun in Columbus this weekend with free and cheap events! Relax at home with your family, or find plenty of things to do in Columbus! You'll also find date ideas, virtual options, winter fun, and so much more! Some events may require advance registration, so check links. We’ll add more … [Read more...] about Over 55 free or cheap events this weekend in Columbus
Christmas
Take a romantic ride around the Town with Easton Winter Carriage Rides
Experience the lights and beauty of winter around Easton Town Center with horse-drawn carriage rides throughout Easton’s North District and Fenlon Square. The lights are still up at Easton, creating a magical scene (especially when there's snow!). It's a great option for a date, or even a special … [Read more...] about Take a romantic ride around the Town with Easton Winter Carriage Rides
How to recycle your Christmas tree in Columbus (to the goats, fish, birds and more)
When it's time to take down your Christmas tree, you'll need to know how to properly dispose of your Christmas tree if you purchased a real tree. There are multiple ways to dispose of or recycle your Christmas tree, including curbside pickup, drop-off locations for mulching, easy backyard … [Read more...] about How to recycle your Christmas tree in Columbus (to the goats, fish, birds and more)
Last chance to see Columbus Christmas lights displays, and a Google map to find them!
Columbus LOVES Christmas lights! From free but amazing neighborhood displays, to immersive paid Christmas lights experiences, you'll find plenty of holiday joy around the city with the best Christmas lights in Columbus. Driving around to see Christmas lights is going to be one of the safer … [Read more...] about Last chance to see Columbus Christmas lights displays, and a Google map to find them!
Merry Christmas from Columbus on the Cheap
Merry Christmas to our amazing readers! I hope you are having an wonderful holiday season and have been able to enjoy some of the events and activities we've shared. There's still time to enjoy some holiday and winter break fun, so I wanted to leave you some links that you … [Read more...] about Merry Christmas from Columbus on the Cheap
Restaurants open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day: Dine-in or to-go
If you’re looking to dine out over the holidays, the following restaurants are open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day around Columbus in 2020. Reservations are strongly recommended where accepted, and they are booking up quickly. Many restaurants are offering Christmas Dinner to-go in lieu of … [Read more...] about Restaurants open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day: Dine-in or to-go
Free Admission Days and 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 Friday, November 20, 2020 - Sunday, January 3, 2021, you can check out the Columbus Zoo Christmas lights and festivities … [Read more...] about Free Admission Days and Wildlights at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Skate Zone 71 Holiday and Winter Break Parties
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 … [Read more...] about Skate Zone 71 Holiday and Winter Break Parties
Where’s Santa? How to Track Santa on Christmas Eve
Looking for Santa? There are several ways to track Santa on his flight for Christmas Eve and Christmas morning! Track Santa with NORAD Since 1955, NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense Command) has kept track of Santa's Sleigh flying through the sky. Starting on Christmas Eve, kids all over … [Read more...] about Where’s Santa? How to Track Santa on Christmas Eve
“Light Up Camp” Drive-Through Light Display at Flying Horse Farms
Flying Horse Farms brightens the holiday season for all with their new twinkling, seasonal light display “Light Up Camp” drive-through event in Mt. Gilead. Due to health and safety restrictions, Flying Horse Farms couldn't host their medical specialty camps or on-site programming. Instead, … [Read more...] about “Light Up Camp” Drive-Through Light Display at Flying Horse Farms
Free and Cheap Activities for Winter Break in Columbus
Despite all of the holiday fun and gifts over Christmas break, kids will still complain about being bored! With smaller gatherings and less places to go, it may be even more of a challenge to keep them entertained. There are plenty of free and cheap activities for winter break in Columbus, so plan … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Activities for Winter Break in Columbus
Celebrate with the Critters with Drive-Thru at Ohio Wildlife Center
Animals deserve a Christmas too! Get the kids out of the house and celebrate the holiday season with Celebrate with the Critters at the Ohio Wildlife Center. The event is different this year, but the holiday giving event is a chance to help the animals, and have a little fun. The event … [Read more...] about Celebrate with the Critters with Drive-Thru at Ohio Wildlife Center
Wonderlight’s Christmas in Ohio at National Trail Raceway
Get ready to be WOWED! Just 30 minutes from Columbus, you'll find a drive-through Christmas lights display featuring over 1 million LED lights. WonderLight's Christmas in Ohio at National Trail Raceway is aglow from November 13, 2020 - January 3, 2021. Pack your family in the car and head to … [Read more...] about Wonderlight’s Christmas in Ohio at National Trail Raceway
Get a fully-cooked Christmas Dinner to-go in Columbus
The holidays are going to look a lot different for many, but that doesn't mean you can't have amazing food! Whether you can't cook, or just don't want to, you can find an amazing Christmas Dinner to-go in Columbus. It's a great option if you are only feeding a few (or yourself), and don't want to … [Read more...] about Get a fully-cooked Christmas Dinner to-go in Columbus
Gift for a beer lover: Rudolph beer
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If you need a quick gift for a beer lover, dress up a 6 or 12 pack of dark bottles with Rudolph gear for a gift of Rudolph Beer! Just pick up some brown pipe cleaners, googly eyes, red pom poms, and glue. I didn't bother removing the labels, but you could if you wanted. For … [Read more...] about Gift for a beer lover: Rudolph beer
