Spending time in the great outdoors is a relaxing and wonderful experience. In central Ohio, we are fortunate to have plenty of greenspaces and parks, including Alum Creek State Park located in Delaware County. Only 25 minutes north of downtown Columbus, Alum Creek's 4,630-acres of shale … [Read more...] about Get Outdoors at Alum Creek State Park
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Pumpkin EVERYTHING at The Great Circleville Pumpkin Show
Don't miss the oldest and largest (and highly anticipated) festival in Ohio this fall! The Circleville Pumpkin Show is from Wednesday, October 15 – Saturday, October 18, 2025. 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
Bark Bash at Prairie Oaks Metro Park
It's the dog days of Summer and the Bark Bash at Prairie Oaks Metro Park is a day of fun, activities and entertainment for dog lovers and their four-legged friends. Bark Bash is at the Darby Bend Lakes area of Prairie Oaks Metro Park on Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 10 am to 4 … [Read more...] about Bark Bash at Prairie Oaks Metro Park
Explore at the Touch a Truck in Westerville
Kids love getting and up-close look and exploring emergency vehicles, construction equipment, and other vehicles at touch a truck events. Bring them to the Touch a Truck in Westerville on Friday, August 8, 2025 from 10 am - 12 pm at the Westerville Sports Complex. Check out fire trucks … [Read more...] about Explore at the Touch a Truck in Westerville
Dino-Mite Kids Week (and free dino pancakes) at Sunny Street Cafe
It's a Dino-Mite week at Sunny Street Cafe! Kids can enjoy FREE famous Dino Pancakes all week long, Monday - Friday, July 14- July 18, 2025 at all Sunny Street Café locations! In addition to the free amazing dino pancakes, kids will enjoy fun dinosaur games and activities. Expect … [Read more...] about Dino-Mite Kids Week (and free dino pancakes) at Sunny Street Cafe
Chalk the Block will not return to Easton in 2025
After 12 years, Chalk the Block will not return to Easton Town Center in 2025. See website here. … [Read more...] about Chalk the Block will not return to Easton in 2025
Thursday Evening Concerts in Preservation Parks
Enjoy free music in at Gallant Woods Park in Delaware with Thursday Evening Concerts from July 3 through August 7, 2025. 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
Great Wolf Lodge deals and discounts for Sandusky and Cincinnati, plus tips for your visit!
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Looking for a fun and quick getaway that the kids will LOVE? Columbus has not one, but two Great Wolf Lodge locations within easy driving distance! Groupon is currently offering special deals for Great Wolf Lodge in Cincinnati and Sandusky (as well as other locations around the … [Read more...] about Great Wolf Lodge deals and discounts for Sandusky and Cincinnati, plus tips for your visit!
Tunes in the park at Goodale Park Music Series
Head to Goodale Park on select Sundays for free concerts in the park as a part of Goodale Park Music Series. This five-week, family-friendly event is free to attend and will feature local bands Paisha Thomas, The OG Players, The Whiles, Whitley Jean, and Largemouth Brass Band. The … [Read more...] about Tunes in the park at Goodale Park Music Series
Central Ohio Fire Museum
Housed in a restored 1908 firehouse, the Central Ohio Fire Museum & Learning Center is a hidden gem in downtown Columbus. It's such a fun place to take kids, and it's perfect for when you just want to spend an hour or two. Located at 260 N. 4th St., the museum is dedicated to preserving … [Read more...] about Central Ohio Fire Museum
Best Places for Canoeing and Kayaking in Columbus
Get outside and enjoy nature with a paddle on the water this summer! Don't know where to go? We've gathered a list of the best places for canoeing and kayaking in Columbus, along with places to rent your boats or stand up paddle boards. Explore the waterways and the banks of the rivers and … [Read more...] about Best Places for Canoeing and Kayaking in Columbus
Get on the water with Trapper John’s Canoe Livery on Big Darby Creek
Trapper John's Canoe Livery is open for the 2025 season! Spring and Summer are here, and canoeing is a great option during the dog days AND once we head into fall and the leave start to change. Trapper John's Canoeing is about 15-20 minutes south of the city on Big Darby Creek and … [Read more...] about Get on the water with Trapper John’s Canoe Livery on Big Darby Creek
Upper Arlington Music in the Parks Performance Series
Upper Arlington Music in the Parks brings music to the parks during the summer. All concerts are free and everyone is welcome. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, and arrive early to grab your spot. There will be featured food trucks at each event. Arts on Arlington Thursday, June 12 | … [Read more...] about Upper Arlington Music in the Parks Performance Series
Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival at Westerville Sports Complex
Celebrate America's favorite pastime with one of the nation's largest Vintage Base Ball festivals on August 30 - 31, 2025 at the Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival at Westerville Sports Complex, 325 N. Cleveland Ave. See over vintage base ball teams from across the nation compete … [Read more...] about Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival at Westerville Sports Complex
St Timothy Festival on the Green
Don't miss the St. Timothy Festival on the Green on July 11-12, 2025 for foods, drinks, games, raffle, live music, casino, rides, and more! St. Tim's Festival Fun Enjoy live music each night at the west end of the parish grounds, near the beer truck, and on the big stage at the … [Read more...] about St Timothy Festival on the Green
