Wintertime is all about comfort food, but you can get out of the house AND enjoy comfort food this winter. Head to Hocking Hills for the annual Hocking Hills Comfort Food Cruise on March 7, 8 & 14, 15, 2026, and sample comfort food at 12 restaurants around the Hills. The cruise … [Read more...] about 2025 Hocking Hills Comfort Food Cruise
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Valentine Party and Airplane Ride at JP’s BBQ Boltonfield
Give your Valentine something to remember with a Valentine Party at JP's BBQ Boltonfield on Saturday, February 14, 2026, plus an opportunity to schedule an airplane ride over the city. Valentine Party at JP's BBQ Boltonfield Past events have sold out, and they expect the … [Read more...] about Valentine Party and Airplane Ride at JP’s BBQ Boltonfield
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Shadowbox Live!
Shadowbox Live is the perfect Valentine's Day date with a performance of "Bangers: The Best Sketch Comedy & Music of 2025". Get tickets for Valentine's Day, or another day this month as a gift. There are shows most Thursdays-Saturdays. Or you can gift tickets to see "Leather and Lace: A Music … [Read more...] about Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Shadowbox Live!
6 ways to celebrate National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day
There's a "National" day for everything, and I'm certainly not complaining about this one! Saturday, February 7, 2026 is National Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day. My kids have been asking for months when Ice Cream for Breakfast is - it's one of their favorite fake holidays to … [Read more...] about 6 ways to celebrate National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day
Valentine’s Day Cocktails at the Conservatory makes a great V-Day date!
Cocktails at the Conservatory will be a little extra special in February at Franklin Park Conservatory for Valentine's Day. It's a perfect date night idea, and a great way to surprise a loved one. Valentine's Day Cocktails at the Conservatory Celebrate love with Cocktails at the … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day Cocktails at the Conservatory makes a great V-Day date!
Beer + Science fun at Columbus Brew Festival at COSI
Science and beer converge during a night at the museum with the Columbus Brew Festival at COSI on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Guests can choose from over 50 breweries sampling over 150 seasonal beers, while they enjoy all that COSI has to offer - without kids running around! Museum features … [Read more...] about Beer + Science fun at Columbus Brew Festival at COSI
Valentine’s Day in Columbus (gifts, dates, and more)
Whether you have a love in your life, or friends and family that you want to show your love to, Valentine's Day is the perfect day to do something fun to celebrate love. There are lots of events going on around Valentine's Day in Columbus. While these all may not be frugal, a lot of people … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day in Columbus (gifts, dates, and more)
Unique Valentine’s Day gifts for a Columbus Clippers fan
Treat your love to a night at the ballpark! Or at least, tickets to a night at the ballpark. Columbus Clippers baseball season opens in April, and the Columbus Clippers Valentine's specials that include tickets and Clippers Cash to spend at the game. These gifts are a perfect gift for the … [Read more...] about Unique Valentine’s Day gifts for a Columbus Clippers fan
2026 Super Bowl deals, freebies, and watch parties
Whether you're a football fan, a fan of one of the Super Bowl teams, or just like the commercials and halftime show, you'll want to catch the big game on Sunday, February 8, 2026. Food and football go hand-in-hand for fans, so lots of restaurants have special offers available in hopes that fans … [Read more...] about 2026 Super Bowl deals, freebies, and watch parties
Saturday Cinema Classics at Studio 35
Some movies just have to be seen on the big screen, and you won't want to miss these Saturday Cinema Classics at Studio 35 this winter. Saturday Cinema Classics at Studio 35 This is such a fun day date idea! Movies are on Saturdays mornings, starting January 25 through March. Tickets are … [Read more...] about Saturday Cinema Classics at Studio 35
Walk among the Butterflies at Franklin Park Conservatory
Late winter through Spring is the perfect time to visit Blooms and Butterflies at the Franklin Park Conservatory. As one of the most popular exhibits, you won't want to miss it in 2026! From February 21 - July 5, 2026 hundreds of exotic butterflies will fill the Pacific Island … [Read more...] about Walk among the Butterflies at Franklin Park Conservatory
Awards Show Watch Parties and Events in Columbus
Awards shows are equivalent to the Super Bowl for many; with parties and events to enjoy the pre-shows, entertainment, and main events. No matter your favorite awards shows, there are events around the Columbus to celebrate the best of the year in each category - whether you agree or … [Read more...] about Awards Show Watch Parties and Events in Columbus
Studio 35 Cinema & Drafthouse: Beer Tastings, Movies, and more
Studio 35 Cinema & Drafthouse hosts so many fun events along with movies, including beer tastings, themed series, and community events throughout the year. Also, it's a REALLY cool theater! (It's also the first place I learned about the perfect pairing of M&M's mixed into Movie Theatre … [Read more...] about Studio 35 Cinema & Drafthouse: Beer Tastings, Movies, and more
Join in Civil War Era Grande Winter Ball at Ohio Statehouse
The Ohio Statehouse is hosting the Grande Winter Ball on Saturday, January 31, 2026 from 7 - 9 p.m. All ages are welcome to attend the Grande Winter Ball hosted by Civil War re-enactors, 1stOhio Light Artillery Battery A. Dress in Civil War period attire or in your … [Read more...] about Join in Civil War Era Grande Winter Ball at Ohio Statehouse
Discounts at Cinemark Theaters every Tuesday
If you're a movie lover on a budget, mark your calendar for Tuesdays for discounts at Cinemark Theaters. Cinemark offers its weekly Discount Day every Tuesday at participating locations, available exclusively to members of Cinemark Movie Rewards (CMR). As a member of this free program, use … [Read more...] about Discounts at Cinemark Theaters every Tuesday
