Get ready for lighthearted Halloween fun without the fright during the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium's annual Boo at the Zoo celebration. This merry-not-scary, frightfully delightful event will take place the following weekends of October 2024. October 4-6, 11-13, 18-20, 25-27, … [Read more...] about Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Boo at the Zoo is merry, not scary!
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Big List of the Best Fall Dates in Columbus
Most everyone can agree that fall is fantastic in Ohio with sweater weather, changing leaves, football, bonfires, fall events and so much more. Grab a date and enjoy the fall season with these great fall dates in Columbus. Single? Don't worry - these fall dates in Columbus would be just as … [Read more...] about Big List of the Best Fall Dates in Columbus
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
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
Pumpkin EVERYTHING at The Great Circleville Pumpkin Show 2023
Don't miss the oldest and largest (and highly anticipated) festival in Ohio this fall! The Circleville Pumpkin Show is from Wednesday, October 18 – Saturday, October 21, 2023. This huge pumpkin festival always starts the 3rd Wednesday of October - just in case you need to request off work … [Read more...] about Pumpkin EVERYTHING at The Great Circleville Pumpkin Show 2023
Celebrate Italian traditions with Columbus Italian Festival
Take a staycation to Italy with the Columbus Italian Festival on October 6-8, 2023 in Italian Village near the Short North. Columbus Italian Festival This family-friendly event is full of live entertainment, open-air markets, dancing, food, and Bocce. Kids will have a blast in Zona … [Read more...] about Celebrate Italian traditions with Columbus Italian Festival
U-pick: where to go Apple picking in Columbus
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
14 Sunflower Fields in Central Ohio
Visiting a sunflower field is a "must do" in late summer or fall, and fields are popping up all over. Grab your family or friends, and get ready to post your sunny pics on IG when you visit one of these sunflower fields around Central Ohio (or a little further). Most fields won't bloom until … [Read more...] about 14 Sunflower Fields in Central Ohio
The best upcoming Central Ohio Festivals
Festival Season is here and there are over 325 Central Ohio festivals throughout the year with free and cheap options nearly every weekend within a short drive of Columbus. Get out and explore a few new festivals this year! There are plenty of festivals in September that you don't … [Read more...] about The best upcoming Central Ohio Festivals
Haunted Mine Adventure: An immersive walk-through experience
Looking for a unique, family-friendly Halloween event? Join Olentangy Liberty High School Liberty Theater Workshop at Haunted Mine Adventure: The Story of the Black Arachna Mine. The immersive walk-through adventure runs from October 21-31, 2021, and has a family-friendly focus, with … [Read more...] about Haunted Mine Adventure: An immersive walk-through experience
Traveling Water Circus: Cirque Italia returns
If you've never had the chance to catch a Cirque show or other aerial performance show, it's your chance to be amazed. Cirque Italia, the first traveling water circus, is coming to Zanesville and Heath, Ohio this Fall. At Cirque Italia, the high-energy acts swing from ropes, flip over … [Read more...] about Traveling Water Circus: Cirque Italia returns
OSU CHAIRE Family-Animal Interaction Day
Center for Human-Animal Interactions Research & Education at Ohio State University, or CHAIRE, hosts family-friendly fundraiser that is perfect for animal lovers. Family-Animal Interaction Day is Saturday, October 2, 2021 from noon - 5 pm, and will be full of animal fun. This exciting … [Read more...] about OSU CHAIRE Family-Animal Interaction Day
Field trips and fall fun day trips to Fairfield County
Fairfield County is just a short drive from Columbus, and there's so much to do and see! You'll find kid-friendly museums, spacious parks, beautiful green spaces, art centers, great dining options, community events, 17 historical covered bridges, and an open-air art trail Fall Fun in Fairfield … [Read more...] about Field trips and fall fun day trips to Fairfield County
(WOW) World of Wonder Nature Classes for preschoolers
Sign up for WOW World of Wonder Nature Classes with your preschoolers in New Albany this fall! Nature educator Molly Scott will lead these outdoor adventures in Rose Run Park for children ages 3 - 5 (and their adult/s) to explore and connect with nature through movement, sensory play and seasonal … [Read more...] about (WOW) World of Wonder Nature Classes for preschoolers
Echoes in Time Drive-in Series at Ohio History Center
tba for 2021 Ohio History Center is taking Echoes in Time out of the theatre and into the parking lot! Each show will feature enjoy three back-to-back live performances from the safety and comfort of your car. Performers at Echoes in Time Drive-in will share Ohio-based stories set to … [Read more...] about Echoes in Time Drive-in Series at Ohio History Center