The Annual Doo Dah Parade is celebrating its 43rd year in the Short North on July 4, 2026! Celebrate Liberty and Lunacy with this wacky parade in the Short North. The Line-Up begins around noon at Goodale Park heading north, with the parade at 1:00 p.m. No registration required … [Read more...] about Liberty and Lunacy: Doo Dah Parade and Block Party
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Upper Arlington Music in the Parks Performance Series
Upper Arlington Music in the Parks brings music to the parks during the summer. All concerts are free and everyone is welcome. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, and arrive early to grab your spot. There will be featured food trucks at each event. Arts on Arlington Friday, June 5 | 6-9pm … [Read more...] about Upper Arlington Music in the Parks Performance Series
Celebrate all things Irish at the Annual Dublin Irish Festival
The annual Dublin Irish Festival returns as a full festival on August 1-3, 2025, so get that kilt out of your closet! Experience a three day celebration of all things Irish in Coffman Park with one of the country’s largest Irish Festival. Have a beverage or four, and enjoy food from … [Read more...] about Celebrate all things Irish at the Annual Dublin Irish Festival
Watch classic films with CAPA Summer Movie Series at Ohio Theatre
The CAPA Summer Movie Series is back! The 56th series of classic films and cult favorites will run at the Ohio Theatre, and feature 19 films over 6 weeks. Don’t miss your chance to see these great films on the big screen in America’s longest running classic film series at the stunning Ohio … [Read more...] about Watch classic films with CAPA Summer Movie Series at Ohio Theatre
Cheap concert tickets! Live Nation $30 Ticket to Summer
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When I starting going to concerts a certain number of decades ago, tickets were regularly $25-$30, but now tickets are double or triple that once fees are added! You'll have the chance to catch some top concerts for less by purchasing discounted concert tickets from Live Nation $30 Ticket to Summer … [Read more...] about Cheap concert tickets! Live Nation $30 Ticket to Summer
Head outdoors for Easton Friday Night Flicks
Easton Town Center Friday Night Flicks are BACK for summer 2025! Read below for details and schedule. Bring a blanket and snacks for this outdoor movie series under the stars on Easton Town Square. Beginning at 6PM, enjoy themed treats and entertainment, then get cozy on your blanket … [Read more...] about Head outdoors for Easton Friday Night Flicks
Pickle Fest, Farm market and upcoming U-pick at Branstool Orchards (and a fun play area!)
Branstool Orchards is one of our favorite u-pick orchards to visit in Central Ohio. We always pick peaches and apples (sometimes twice) each year, and they have so many offerings from Summer through Fall. Located in Utica, Branstool Orchards is about 40 minutes from Columbus, and it's … [Read more...] about Pickle Fest, Farm market and upcoming U-pick at Branstool Orchards (and a fun play area!)
Goodale Park Screen on the Green Outdoor Movies
The annual Screen on the Green movie series is at Goodale Park on the third Friday of July, August, and September. This free outdoor movie series, presented by the Short North Civic Association, will be held at the southwest corner at the softball field. All movies begin at sundown … [Read more...] about Goodale Park Screen on the Green Outdoor Movies
Charity Happy Hours, Beers & Brats, and Wine Bar weekly at Hills Market
Hill's Market hosts fun events throughout the Summer where you can grab a good meal for a good deal. Bring your family, bring a date, bring your friends. The patio is the perfect place to hang during the Spring, Summer, and Fall nights. Hills Market Charity Happy Hours Get over hump day and … [Read more...] about Charity Happy Hours, Beers & Brats, and Wine Bar weekly at Hills Market
The Columbus International Auto Show not held in 2026
The Columbus International Auto Show will not be held in 2026 Whether you are actively looking for a new vehicle, just dreaming about a new car, or just looking for something different to do, this is a really fun outing! Columbus International Auto Show The Columbus Automobile Dealers … [Read more...] about The Columbus International Auto Show not held in 2026
Marcus Theatres® Lionsgate Passport: 4 Lionsgate Movies for only $28
Catch four new movies at Marcus Theatres® for just $28 with the Lionsgate Passport. Save nearly 40% on admission to NEW Lionsgate movies with a Marcus Theatres Lionsgate Passport! Choose four movies from a selection of nine new Lionsgate releases debuting August through November at select … [Read more...] about Marcus Theatres® Lionsgate Passport: 4 Lionsgate Movies for only $28
Live @ Polaris Summer Concert Series
Are you ready to enjoy some outdoor live music? Polaris Fashion Place has always been full of great stores and restaurants, but you can also enjoy live music during the Summer. Live @ Polaris Summer Concert Series is back in 2024 with free live musical entertainment every … [Read more...] about Live @ Polaris Summer Concert Series
BOGO Tuesdays at The Escape Game Columbus this Spring
The Escape Game Columbus at Easton Town Center is offering BOGO sale for admission on Tuesdays this Spring! BOGO Tuesdays at The Escape Game! From April 23rd - May 21st you can get Buy One, Get One Free Admission on Tuesdays! Use code BOGOTUE at check out! Book here. Games … [Read more...] about BOGO Tuesdays at The Escape Game Columbus this Spring
SUP and Kayaking with Get Out Adventures (Veterans Paddle Free!)
Go adventuring with Get Out Adventures! If you love being outside and being active, this organization will not only offer so much fun for you, but it's all in support of such a good cause. Get Out Adventures is a social enterprise with 100% of net revenue going to support Adaptive Sports … [Read more...] about SUP and Kayaking with Get Out Adventures (Veterans Paddle Free!)
Drink Local: Six One Pour Craft Beer Fest
Columbus knows beer. And while Columbus Craft Beer Week isn't on the schedule, the highlight - Six One Pour Craft Beer Fest - is beer festival you don't want to miss! Six One Pour Craft Beer Fest On Saturday, May 4, 2024 the annual Ohio craft beer festival is at the Ohio History Center … [Read more...] about Drink Local: Six One Pour Craft Beer Fest
