National Night Out serves to promote safer communities by bringing together neighbors, police, and firefighters, and is celebrated the first Tuesday of August. Many of the events feature free food, live music, and other fun features. Kids will get to interact with, and watch demonstrations by … [Read more...] about National Night Out events around Columbus
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For the Love of Hilliard festival
Celebrate Hilliard and check out the amazing businesses of Hilliard with For the Love of Hilliard festival! On Saturday, September 6, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the businesses of Hilliard are coming together with the support of Destination Hilliard and the City of Hilliard to celebrate all … [Read more...] about For the Love of Hilliard festival
Bark Bash at Prairie Oaks Metro Park
It's the dog days of Summer and the Bark Bash at Prairie Oaks Metro Park is a day of fun, activities and entertainment for dog lovers and their four-legged friends. Bark Bash is at the Darby Bend Lakes area of Prairie Oaks Metro Park on Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 10 am to 4 … [Read more...] about Bark Bash at Prairie Oaks Metro Park
Cheer on riders for Pelotonia Ride Weekend
Pelotonia Ride Weekend is back for a weekend of cycling, entertainment, and volunteerism from August 2-3, 2025! The weekend kicks off Friday evening with Opening Ceremony for participants, and continues Saturday and Sunday with ride routes ranging from 20 to 190 miles. Get involved, even … [Read more...] about Cheer on riders for Pelotonia Ride Weekend
Columbus Festival for Good features local social enterprises
Find the helpers in the community at the Columbus Festival for Good. Have fun. Do good. Learn about some of the Central Ohio businesses founded to create social impact in their communities. Find out how they give back and support growth and development in our neighborhoods, and how you can … [Read more...] about Columbus Festival for Good features local social enterprises
Riverboxes, Public Art and more with Dublin Arts Council
Dublin Arts Council engages the community, cultivates creativity and fosters life-long learning through the arts. They bring art to the community with performances, galleries, events, classes, public art, ARTcamp, and so much more. Get involved in the arts with DAC! Follow along … [Read more...] about Riverboxes, Public Art and more with Dublin Arts Council
Explore Grandview: The Grandview Hop 2026
Spend the evening in Grandview on select Saturdays in summer months from 5 - 9 p.m., to celebrate the best that Grandview has to offer at the Grandview Hop. The Grandview Hop is Grandview’s summertime night market and community stroll - and is the perfect chance to enjoy the area. What to … [Read more...] about Explore Grandview: The Grandview Hop 2026
Free party for your 1 year old with CelebrateOne 1st Birthday Party
Do you have a baby turning 1 this year? Come to a CelebrateOne 1st Birthday Party to celebrate your little one! All registered families will receive a special gift for their one year old. CelebrateOne, created with the City of Columbus in 2014, connects pregnant women and families with … [Read more...] about Free party for your 1 year old with CelebrateOne 1st Birthday Party
Top things to do in Grove City, Ohio
Grove City is a suburb of southwest Columbus, Ohio in Franklin County. It boasts a small-town feel with plenty of parks, businesses, community events, plus the convenience of nearby Columbus. Downtown Columbus is just 15-20 minutes away. This vibrant little city offers a variety of … [Read more...] about Top things to do in Grove City, Ohio
Go treasure hunting with Pop-up Pickers Club
Pop-up Pickers Club organizes fun, curated pop-up shopping market in Columbus, Ohio! Find out where they'll be, and shop vintage and handmade, enjoy live music, and more. Pop-Up Pickers Club Vintage Makers Market at The Ave July 12, 2025, from 1-5pm August 9, 2025 from 1 - 5 … [Read more...] about Go treasure hunting with Pop-up Pickers Club
Logan’s Roadhouse Grove City Grand Celebration with OSU football alumni
Logan’s Roadhouse, known for its mesquite-grilled steaks and made-from-scratch rolls, is bringing its signature flavors and warm hospitality to Grove City! The new location at 1657 Stringtown Road opened its doors on March 10, and will have a grand opening celebration on March 21, 2025. Logan's … [Read more...] about Logan’s Roadhouse Grove City Grand Celebration with OSU football alumni
Go Fourth! A Block Party returns to Italian Village
Looking for a fun, free way to spend a Sunday in Columbus? Go Fourth! A Block Party for All is back for its third year in Italian Village, and it’s bigger than ever! Hosted by the Short North Alliance, this event will take place on Sunday, September 22, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., with a … [Read more...] about Go Fourth! A Block Party returns to Italian Village
Fun in the Sun at the G-1 non-profit charity event
The G-1 fitness complex is proud to present its first ever Fun in the Sun charity event on Saturday, August 31, 2024 from 10am - 8pm. The event will support its mission to help people of all ages achieve their sports and fitness goals. It also focuses on aiding those with life-changing injuries … [Read more...] about Fun in the Sun at the G-1 non-profit charity event
Not. One. Night. Walk ‘n Concert with Home for Families
For nearly four decades, Home for Families has been driven by the shared belief of its founders: no child should endure the trauma of homelessness, "even for a single night." Join them for the 2nd annual Not. One. Night. Walk 'n Concert to celebrate our community's dedication to ending family … [Read more...] about Not. One. Night. Walk ‘n Concert with Home for Families
Franklinton Night Market open street community event
Gather in the streets of Franklinton once a month for the Franklinton Night Market. Franklinton is historic district that has been revitalized into a vibrant arts community just across the river from Downtown Columbus. Founded in 1797, it was the first settlement in Central Ohio, and the location … [Read more...] about Franklinton Night Market open street community event
