Train enthusiasts of all ages will love The Ohio Railway Museum in Worthington! Not only can you check out the amazing collection of trains, you can take a two mile round trip demonstration ride on one of the museum's streetcars or interurbans! Founded in 1948, The Ohio Railway … [Read more...] about Take a train ride at The Ohio Railway Museum
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Keep cool with free Splash Pads in Columbus
Stay cool this summer with the kids at splash pads in Columbus! There are 15 splash pads and water play areas to check out around the city, and most are free, so you can try a new one each week! Splash pads are an easier way to cool off than going to a swimming pool, and are perfect for … [Read more...] about Keep cool with free Splash Pads in Columbus
Drexel Summer Kids Film Series
Summer Kids Film Series at Drexel Theater is a great place to take the kids to watch an inexpensive movie this summer to beat the heat and the summertime boredom. The series lasts from June 29 - August 4, and will have showings on Saturdays and Sundays at 10 a.m. Tickets are free when … [Read more...] about Drexel Summer Kids Film Series
Monthly Neighborhood Hops and Walks
Various communities and neighborhoods around Columbus have special neighborhood hops and walks each month to celebrate what the area has to offer. You’ll find entertainment, vendors, sales at local shops, and great eats. It’s a great chance to explore new areas and find new favorite … [Read more...] about Monthly Neighborhood Hops and Walks
Go stargazing at the Planetarium at Ohio State
If you're fascinated with the night sky, stars, and the rest of space out there, don't miss the free public programs at The Arne Slettebak Planetarium at Ohio State University. Operating since 1968 by the Department of Astronomy, it is a 63-seat 30-foot dome … [Read more...] about Go stargazing at the Planetarium at Ohio State
Wild Story Time at Ohio Wildlife Center
Ohio Wildlife Center not only treats 5,000+ animals each year, with the goal of returning them to the wild, they also host educational programs and events for kids and adults. The Center sits on 20 acres of woods, wetlands and meadows providing a permanent sanctuary to 59 animals ranging … [Read more...] about Wild Story Time at Ohio Wildlife Center
Best photography locations in Columbus
Is it time to update your family photos? Spring, Summer, and Fall are all great season to take outdoor photos, and provide a variety of scenery. In the spring you'll have bright greenery, budding trees, and early flowers. Summertime features lush green and an abundance of flowers, including … [Read more...] about Best photography locations in Columbus
Home Depot Free Kids Workshop
Bring the kids to a Home Depot Free Kids Workshop for children ages 5 – 12 on the first Saturday of each month and other select days between 9 a.m. and noon. These how-to clinics aim to teach kids how to create useful and educational projects, while emphasizing tool safety. All supplies … [Read more...] about Home Depot Free Kids Workshop
Caverns, animals, and more at Olentangy Indian Caverns
Get out of the house during nice weather and spend a couple of hours at Olentangy Indian Caverns just north of Columbus. If it's your first time there, you'll wonder why you've never gone before, because it's a day of fun! The main feature of the attraction are the Caverns that were … [Read more...] about Caverns, animals, and more at Olentangy Indian Caverns
Bucket list of free and cheap fun for kids in Columbus this Summer
Once school is out, kids start to complain of boredom pretty quickly. There's so much free and cheap fun for kids around Columbus in the summertime, and we've gathered a huge list for you to explore! Whether you want to enjoy the sun or avoid it, there are plenty of indoor and outdoor options to … [Read more...] about Bucket list of free and cheap fun for kids in Columbus this Summer
Children’s Advocacy Project: CAP4Kids Community Resources
CAP4Kids (Children’s Advocacy Project for Kids) Columbus is a website that has made it easy to quickly connect kids and families to 1,000+ resources around the community. Their mission is to help bridge the gap between local social service agencies and the families that need their … [Read more...] about Children’s Advocacy Project: CAP4Kids Community Resources
Historian in Training at Ohio History Center
The Ohio History Center hosts Historian in Training programs geared toward kids ages 3-6. A historian is curious. A historian never stops learning. A historian uses hands-on experiences and new information to draw conclusions. It's never too soon to start learning the tools of the history … [Read more...] about Historian in Training at Ohio History Center
Free outdoor movies around Columbus
Enjoy movies under the stars with friends and family around Columbus throughout the summer. There are outdoor movie options almost every night of the week Tuesday-Saturday through much of the Summer! Please check individual websites for details, weather cancellations, or event … [Read more...] about Free outdoor movies around Columbus
Upper Arlington Annual Summer Celebration
Bring the family to the Upper Arlington Annual Summer Celebration on Thursday, July 11 from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Thompson Park. This free festival will feature inflatables, splash slide, obstacle course, contests, family music, balloon artists, face painting, treats and more. Stick around … [Read more...] about Upper Arlington Annual Summer Celebration
Festival Latino: Food, fun, and music
Enjoy free family fun at the annual Festival Latino on August 10-11, 2019, at Genoa Park near downtown from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. Since 1996 the Festival Latino has been providing Columbus the opportunity to experience traditional and contemporary Latin American culture and is now the largest Latin … [Read more...] about Festival Latino: Food, fun, and music
