Orchard season is starting soon, so get ready to go peach picking and apple picking in Columbus! Peach season is in July and August, and apple season typically runs from July to early November, wrapping up with my favorite variety, Goldrush! I've gathered a list of the 12 best places for apple … [Read more...] about U-pick: where to go Apple picking in Columbus
Fall fun in Columbus
100+ events celebrating Fall and Halloween in Columbus
Fall is one of the greatest seasons in Ohio, with cooler weather and so much to do. There are over 100 events celebrating fall and Halloween in Columbus for 2023! There's no shortage of fun, fall festivals, pumpkins, and spooky (or silly) Halloween events. You'll find pumpkin patches, … [Read more...] about 100+ events celebrating Fall and Halloween in Columbus
Celebrate a traditional 1890’s Halloween at All Hallows’ Eve at Ohio Village
Enjoy a traditional 19th Century Halloween celebration with All Hallows' Eve at Ohio Village. These family-friendly haunted events take place on Saturdays, October 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th, 2023 from 5:30–9:30 p.m. Guests walk the lit pumpkin path to the amphitheater for the … [Read more...] about Celebrate a traditional 1890’s Halloween at All Hallows’ Eve at Ohio Village
Enjoy the artistry at Chalk the Block at Easton
Watch talented artists chalk up the town square at Easton Town Center during Chalk the Block on September 23-24, 2023. On Saturday, more than 40 artists will design and draw large scale artworks from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. to compete for awards while the public watches. They'll work on 10 foot … [Read more...] about Enjoy the artistry at Chalk the Block at Easton
1000’s of carved pumpkins at The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow
The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow returns to Heritage Park in Westerville! Wind your way through the enchanting trail of 1,500 carved glowing pumpkins. There are fun activities included with admission for more of a festival experience. The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow From … [Read more...] about 1000’s of carved pumpkins at The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow
Hocking Hills Glass Pumpkin Festival: 1000’s of glass blown pumpkins at Jack Pine Studio
Hiking, fall foliage, and beautiful scenery may be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Hocking Hills, but the Hocking Hills Glass Pumpkin Festival celebrates beautiful glass-blown art in the Hills. Renowned glassblower Jack Pine’s popular Third Annual Glass Pumpkin Festival … [Read more...] about Hocking Hills Glass Pumpkin Festival: 1000’s of glass blown pumpkins at Jack Pine Studio
See TBDBITL Skull Sessions before home Ohio State football games!
Get ready for the Skull Sessions with the OSU Marching Band at Ohio State University football games! Plus, you can watch TBDBITL rehearse before the season starts! Read below for details on how you can watch The Ohio State Marching Band this year - for free! Ohio State Football Tickets can … [Read more...] about See TBDBITL Skull Sessions before home Ohio State football games!
Where to find Pawpaws: Ohio’s native fruit
It's the time of year to celebrate the Pawpaw! The what?! Pawpaws are Ohio's state fruit, and North America’s largest native edible fruit! It's little known fruit that is elusive, but prevalent. It has a tropical flavor, but is creamy. Pawpaws are a hidden gem that grow in Ohio's forests and … [Read more...] about Where to find Pawpaws: Ohio’s native fruit
Find over 250 scarecrows on the Fairfield County Trail of Scarecrows
Fairfield County is back with a county-wide trail that will give you all the fall vibes. Through the entire month of October, Visit Fairfield County is hosting its annual Trail of Scarecrows. Fairfield County Trail of Scarecrows This is the only county-wide scarecrow contest of its kind in the … [Read more...] about Find over 250 scarecrows on the Fairfield County Trail of Scarecrows
Celebrate Oktoberfest with Germania Singing and Sports Club Society
Oktoberfest is always a fall favorite for those who love German food and beer. The Brewery District is home to the oldest and original Germania Oktoberfest at Germania Singing and Sports Club Society in Columbus. While Germania is a membership club, the 66th annual Germania Oktoberfest is … [Read more...] about Celebrate Oktoberfest with Germania Singing and Sports Club Society
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Boo at the Zoo is merry, not scary!
Get ready for lighthearted Halloween fun without the fright during the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium's annual Boo at the Zoo celebration, presented by Wendy's. This merry-not-scary, frightfully delightful event will take place the following weekends of October 2023. October 6-8, October 13-15, … [Read more...] about Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Boo at the Zoo is merry, not scary!
Upper Arlington Fall Fest
Upper Arlington is celebrating the changing season with Fall Fest on Sunday, October 1, 2023, from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. at Fancyburg Park. Upper Arlington Fall Fest Activities include pumpkin carving, inflatables, face painting, apple cider pressing, caramel apples, and more. … [Read more...] about Upper Arlington Fall Fest
Zombie Halloween Pool Party at Westerville Community Center
Sometimes zombies are on your side... Join the Zombie lifeguards for a haunted trick or treat trail through the Westerville Community Center, and then head to the pool for the Zombie Halloween Pool Party. Zombie Halloween Pool Party The silly scary fun is on Sunday, October … [Read more...] about Zombie Halloween Pool Party at Westerville Community Center
Fall fun on the Farm at Van Buren Acres
Central Ohio has some amazing farms to visit in the fall for pumpkins, activities, and agri-tourism, and Van Buren Acres in Hebron is one of the best for fall and holiday farm fun! If you've driven east on Columbus on Rt. 70, you've probably seen this fun farm in the Columbus area. Van … [Read more...] about Fall fun on the Farm at Van Buren Acres
Fall Fun! Columbus Pumpkin Patches, Farm Activities, Corn Mazes (2023)
Fall in Ohio is truly amazing; the leaves are changing, weather is (usually) mild, fall sports begins, and there are SO many fun, fall activities. Columbus is home to lots of great farms with fall activities, pumpkin patches, and festivals. From simple pumpkin patches to corn mazes and all-day … [Read more...] about Fall Fun! Columbus Pumpkin Patches, Farm Activities, Corn Mazes (2023)