If you're hosting overnight guests over Christmas, make sure you show them some gems in our city! Here are some FREE and cheap ways to keep them entertained, and give them a taste of Cbus. Don’t miss any upcoming deals by subscribing to Columbus on the Cheap’s daily emails, and … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do with family over Christmas in Columbus
Christmas
Krispy Kreme Day of the Dozens: BOGO original-glazed dozen for FREE!
Its time for 12 doughnuts of Christmas (for $1!) at Krispy Kreme! On Thursday, December 12, Krispy Kreme celebrates the “Day of the Dozens” with the sweetest deal of the season. Krispy Kreme Day of the Dozens On 12/12, buy any dozen doughnuts (including the … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme Day of the Dozens: BOGO original-glazed dozen for FREE!
Holiday gift card bonus offers: something for them, and a bonus for you!
Time is running out for holiday shopping, and you can cross off some of your holiday shopping list with gift card purchases. No one will complain about a gift of a free meal or shopping, and there's a bonus in there for you! Many local and national restaurants and retailers offer … [Read more...] about Holiday gift card bonus offers: something for them, and a bonus for you!
Great gifts for your parents or grandparents
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Every year I struggle with what gifts to get my parents. They are HARD to buy for (whether its Christmas, birthdays, or their anniversary), because if they need something, they buy it. It takes more thought to come up with what they need (but don't know they need), or what I know they'd … [Read more...] about Great gifts for your parents or grandparents
Get a fully-cooked Christmas Dinner to-go in Columbus
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 make the full family feast. Order a fully cooked (or prepped) meal to make at home! You'll avoid … [Read more...] about Get a fully-cooked Christmas Dinner to-go in Columbus
Free Santa pictures at Indian Mound Mall in Heath
Santa is at Indian Mound Mall in Heath, Ohio again in 2024, and taking photos with Santa is FREE! Photos with Santa at Indian Mound Mall November 22 - December 24, 2024 Meet with Santa at the Indian Mound Mall in Heath, Ohio for photos (or just a chat). There is no photographer on site this … [Read more...] about Free Santa pictures at Indian Mound Mall in Heath
Restaurants open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
If you’re looking to dine out over the holidays, the following restaurants are open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day around Columbus in 2025. 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
Craftin’ Outlaws Winter Marketplace at Bluestone…The Final One!
Don't miss the final Craftin' Outlaws Winter Marketplace on Sunday, December 1, 2024 at the Bluestone. This is the last year for the long running event. There will be 60 artists from around the Midwest with handmade items perfect for holiday shopping. Buy objects crafted with care from the … [Read more...] about Craftin’ Outlaws Winter Marketplace at Bluestone…The Final One!
Columbus Launches Giving Machines to Make Holiday Donations Easy
This holiday season, Columbus is joining cities around the world by hosting the unique Light the World Giving Machines at Polaris Fashion Place! These machines make it easy to give back to people in need, both in central Ohio and across the globe, with a quick tap of a … [Read more...] about Columbus Launches Giving Machines to Make Holiday Donations Easy
Experience a Victorian Christmas with Ohio Village Dickens of a Christmas
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Ohio Village celebrates a Victorian Christmas with Dickens of a Christmas, inspired by the stories of Charles Dickens. The village will come to life during 3 weekends this holiday season for some olde time Christmas fun. DUE TO CLOSURE/REMODELING of Ohio Village, Dickens of a … [Read more...] about Experience a Victorian Christmas with Ohio Village Dickens of a Christmas
Piada Eat Like An Elf Spaghetti Eating Contest at Easton
Love the movie Elf? Don't miss this hilarious event at Piada Italian Street Food! The 'Eat Like An Elf Spaghetti Eating Contest' is Friday, December 16, 2023 at 2pm at the Easton Town Center location. The restaurant will be decked out for the holidays, so get read for lots … [Read more...] about Piada Eat Like An Elf Spaghetti Eating Contest at Easton
Celebrate with the Critters with Breakfast with Santa Paws at Ohio Wildlife Center
TBA for 2023 Animals deserve a Christmas too! Get the kids out of the house and celebrate the holiday season to celebrate with the critters with Breakfast with Santa Paws at the Ohio Wildlife Center. This is a favorite annual event, and a chance to help the animals while you have a little … [Read more...] about Celebrate with the Critters with Breakfast with Santa Paws at Ohio Wildlife Center
The Grinch is coming to Selfie WRLD Columbus
The Grinch is coming to Selfie WRLD Columbus! Can you stop the Grinch from stealing Christmas? If you can't, you can at least get some great photos while you try! Selfie WRLD Columbus As most instagrammable places in Ohio, you'll immerse yourself in fun, eye-catching, interactive art … [Read more...] about The Grinch is coming to Selfie WRLD Columbus
Reserve the Greenhouse at Getaway Brewing for holiday parties, and buy Beer Bonds!
Getaway Brewing Company, located on N. High Street in Dublin, is offering a special deal on its Greenhouse at Getaway, a perfect space to accommodate parties of 15 to 35 people for corporate or personal holiday gatherings. For all of November and December, the Greenhouse is free to rent … [Read more...] about Reserve the Greenhouse at Getaway Brewing for holiday parties, and buy Beer Bonds!
Free Thanksgiving meal from Ibotta after cash back
Some stores offer free or greatly discounted Thanksgiving turkeys. Ibotta steps it up and offers the whole Thanksgiving dinner for free! For the third year, Ibotta is offering its “Free Thanksgiving Dinner” program in an effort to feed millions of families for less this Thanksgiving. The … [Read more...] about Free Thanksgiving meal from Ibotta after cash back
