The Ohio State Fair is back this year from July 24-August 4, 2024! Summer just isn't the same without the butter cow, concerts, midway, fair food - and the whole experience! Enjoy one of the free entertainment stages featuring live music, amazing hypnotists, impressive magicians, and … [Read more...] about Ohio State Fair 2024 with concerts, rides, and all of the fair fun!
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13 weekends of summer fun in Columbus
There's so much going on in Columbus this summer that you'll want to plan ahead so you don't miss your favorite events. There are only so many weekends, so make sure you plan some summer fun in Columbus this year! Mark your calendars and check back often, as this list will update regularly … [Read more...] about 13 weekends of summer fun in Columbus
Free Pollinator Palooza at Franklin Park Conservatory
Celebrate birds, bees, butterflies and all of the creatures that make our gardens grow during Pollinator Palooza, happening Saturday, June 24, 2023, at Franklin Park Conservatory in conjunction with National Pollinator Week. Engage with various organizations that are raising awareness for … [Read more...] about Free Pollinator Palooza at Franklin Park Conservatory
July 4th Fireworks, Parades, and Celebrations around Columbus
"The Land of the Free, and the Home of the Brave..." Celebrating the 4th of July is a big deal in Columbus! In addition to Red, White and Boom, which is one of the largest fireworks displays in the Midwest, there are so many July 4th celebrations, parades, and fireworks in Columbus in early … [Read more...] about July 4th Fireworks, Parades, and Celebrations around Columbus
Date night in Columbus: Summer edition
Whether its your first date or you've been together for 40 years, you can have an awesome date night in Columbus on the cheap. Skip your standard go-to date and do something fun, romantic, or unique in our city with these inexpensive date ideas around Columbus. Many of these can be … [Read more...] about Date night in Columbus: Summer edition
Thursday Evening Concerts in Preservation Parks
Enjoy free music in at Gallant Woods Park in Delaware with Thursday Evening Concerts from July 6 through August 10, 2023. Concerts are be from 7 - 8:30 pm. Bring your own picnic dinner; alcoholic beverages are prohibited in the park. Don't forget a blanket or lawn … [Read more...] about Thursday Evening Concerts in Preservation Parks
Annual Powell Festival with Sister Hazel and Smash Mouth
The Annual Powell Festival will take place downtown in the Village Green Park on Friday and Saturday, June 21-22, 2024. The festival is bigger and better this year with lots of musical entertainment, merchants, food vendors, Kids' Zone, activity stations, animal visits, games, DORA, and … [Read more...] about Annual Powell Festival with Sister Hazel and Smash Mouth
Grove City Outdoor Movie Series at The Naz
Grove City Outdoor Movie Nights are back for summer 2023 on Wednesdays at The Naz starting June 21. The Grove City Outdoor Movie Nights are shown through a partnership between the City of Grove City and The Naz Church. Movies are shown on a large screen behind the church, 4770 Hoover Road, at … [Read more...] about Grove City Outdoor Movie Series at The Naz
COTA Zoo Bus Service and Discount for Columbus Zoo
Details tba for 2024 You don't have to fight traffic or pay for parking to enjoy the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and Zoombezi Bay - and you can get a huge discount for Columbus Zoo and Zoombezi Bay. The Columbus Zoo and COTA have again partnered to provide bus service from downtown … [Read more...] about COTA Zoo Bus Service and Discount for Columbus Zoo
U-pick apples, flowers, and more at Branstool Orchards
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 U-pick apples, flowers, and more at Branstool Orchards
Lynd Fruit Farm has it all: Peach Fest, Berries, Sunflowers, Apples, and more
Lynd Fruit Farm in Pataskala is known for apple picking and their fall fun and pumpkin patch, but they have so much more to offer through the whole growing season! In addition to the u-pick, sunflowers, and fall farm fun, the market at Lynd Fruit Farm is a destination of its own. Stop by the … [Read more...] about Lynd Fruit Farm has it all: Peach Fest, Berries, Sunflowers, Apples, and more
Annual German Village Haus und Garten Tour
The Annual German Village Haus und Garten Tour, a highly anticipated summertime event, is Sunday, June 23, 2024. Learn the stories of these stunning homes and gardens in the historic district. Take in all the historic architecture and modern lux of this year's featured homes. … [Read more...] about Annual German Village Haus und Garten Tour
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!)
KidsLinked’s Free Columbus Children’s Festival
Don't miss the KidsLinked’s Columbus Children's Festival on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at SportsOhio in Dublin from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. The free festival celebrates youth and family sports and will feature lots of activities and entertainment for the family, including sports competitions, family … [Read more...] about KidsLinked’s Free Columbus Children’s Festival
2024 Annual Columbus Greek Festival
The Annual Columbus Greek Festival is Labor Day Weekend, Friday, August 30 – Monday, September 2, 2024. The festival is a Central Ohio Labor Day weekend tradition which highlights Greek culture and features cathedral tours, authentic food and drink, exhibits, shops, music, dancing, and … [Read more...] about 2024 Annual Columbus Greek Festival