The Annual Columbus Greek Festival is Labor Day Weekend, Friday, August 29 – Monday, September 1, 2025. 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 2025 Annual Columbus Greek Festival
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13 fields and farms with Lavender in Ohio to visit this Summer
We can't get enough of gorgeous fields of flowers, and lavender fields are some of the prettiest (and best smelling) fields you can enjoy! Find out where you can find some amazing lavender in Ohio. And then see where you can find Sunflower Fields in Ohio, including many in Central Ohio, starting … [Read more...] about 13 fields and farms with Lavender in Ohio to visit this Summer
Millersport Sweet Corn Festival Labor Day weekend festival
The Millersport Sweet Corn Festival is a must-visit Labor Day weekend festival that’s been drawing crowds for 78 years. Bring your family and friends to discover more than 20 midway rides and games, prize drawings, tractor pulls, food, parades, free concerts and more, on August 27-30, … [Read more...] about Millersport Sweet Corn Festival Labor Day weekend festival
Safari in Ohio: Take a Wilds Tour, including Safaris, Horseback, Zipline, Sunset, and more!
Looking for something interesting to do this Spring and Summer? Explore The Wilds in Cumberland, Ohio, with nearly 10,000 acres of open range habitat for rare and endangered species. Go on a Wilds Tour via open air safari, horseback, and more! They have plenty of adventures and … [Read more...] about Safari in Ohio: Take a Wilds Tour, including Safaris, Horseback, Zipline, Sunset, and more!
Riverboxes, Public Art and more with Dublin Arts Council
Dublin Arts Council engages the community, cultivates creativity and fosters life-long learning through the arts. They bring art to the community with performances, galleries, events, classes, public art, ARTcamp, and so much more. Get involved in the arts with DAC! Follow along … [Read more...] about Riverboxes, Public Art and more with Dublin Arts Council
Extend the Summer fun with Oktoberfest at Zoombezi Bay
Willkommen zum Oktoberfest at Zoombezi Bay! While the water park usually closes on Labor Day, they are stretching the fun for a little longer to celebrate Oktoberfest on August 30-31, and September 1, 6, and 7, 2025. Slide into the world of German music, enjoy pumpkin and fall-flavored beers … [Read more...] about Extend the Summer fun with Oktoberfest at Zoombezi Bay
Star Lanes Specials: Manic Mondays and other deals
Looking for something to do inside? Star Lanes in Polaris is way more than just bowling, and has so much fun for everyone. Whether its too cold, too hot, too rainy, or you're just looking for something fun to do, Star Lanes is a great option. Plus, they have lots of good deals, so you can … [Read more...] about Star Lanes Specials: Manic Mondays and other deals
Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival is back that the Zoo!
Immerse yourself in the glow of more than 60 sets of LED lantern displays at The Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival. The brilliantly lit animal scenes will glow along the paths throughout various areas of the Zoo. Explore various aspects of Asian culture with shows each evening, which may … [Read more...] about Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival is back that the Zoo!
Velvet Ice Cream Factory Ye Olde Mill seasonal events
Velvet Ice Cream Factory is a perfect day trip in the spring, summer, and fall! Originally built in 1817, Ye Olde Mill, a former grist mill, is home to Velvet Ice Cream’s corporate offices in Utica, as well as Ohio’s only ice cream museum, ice cream parlor and restaurant. You'll also find tons of … [Read more...] about Velvet Ice Cream Factory Ye Olde Mill seasonal events
2025 Columbus Food Truck Festival at Franklin County Fairgrounds
The Columbus Food Truck Festival returns to the Franklin County Fairgrounds again this Summer! Over 50 food trucks and carts will take part in the festival with the return to the Franklin County Fairgrounds on August 16-17, 2025. The festival showcases delicious and unique fare from 50+ … [Read more...] about 2025 Columbus Food Truck Festival at Franklin County Fairgrounds
Sign up for Kids Bowl Free this Summer!
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This summer take the kids bowling without emptying your wallet! KidsBowlFree.com offers two games of bowling for free every day for kids at participating bowling alleys (up to ages 18 and under, depending on location). Additionally, adults and older kids are eligible for two free games a day … [Read more...] about Sign up for Kids Bowl Free this Summer!
Free Friday Night Flicks and Summer concerts in Pickerington
There's nothing like hanging out on a blanket on a warm summer night watching a movie under the stars or catching and evening concert outside. Head to Pickerington on Friday Nights to the Sycamore Creek Park Amphitheater for a movie at dusk with Friday Night Flicks. Bring a blanket, … [Read more...] about Free Friday Night Flicks and Summer concerts in Pickerington
Delaware County Fair, Little Brown Jug and All Horse Parade
The Delaware County Fair runs from September 13-20, 2025, and features The Little Brown Jug on September 18, 2025. The fair is always preceded by the All Horse Parade, so mark your calendar for all events! Delaware All Horse Parade But before the fair starts, don't miss the All … [Read more...] about Delaware County Fair, Little Brown Jug and All Horse Parade
Celebrate Children’s Literature at Once Upon Ohio on August 16
Step into a storybook adventure at the Once Upon Ohio event hosted by the Ohio History Connection on Saturday, August 16, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Ohio History Center. This new event celebrates the magic of children’s literature, with a spotlight on Ohio authors and illustrators. Kids are … [Read more...] about Celebrate Children’s Literature at Once Upon Ohio on August 16
Summer Reading Challenge at Columbus Metropolitan Library
Public libraries are a huge resource for free and cheap events and resources in any city, but the Columbus Metropolitan Library wants to reward everyone just for reading this summer. The Summer Reading Challenge runs from May 31 though July 31, 2025 to encourage people of all ages to read, … [Read more...] about Summer Reading Challenge at Columbus Metropolitan Library
