Even though it feels like summer shouldn't be ending soon, it's close to back to school time for Central Ohio students! Scour the sales, get your shopping done, and make sure you finish the summer with some FUN! We've gathered the best back to school deals and events below, as well as some … [Read more...] about Back to school deals and events for Columbus and Central Ohio
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Wands and Wizards Weekend in Fairfield County
Just 35 minutes outside of Columbus, Wands and Wizards is a weekend-long appreciation of the wizarding world filled with activities the whole family will enjoy. Wands and Wizards Weekend Wands and Wizards Weekend—every Muggle’s dream event—is returning to Fairfield County from August … [Read more...] about Wands and Wizards Weekend in Fairfield County
KidsLinked’s Powell KidsFest and Bubble Run
Don't miss the KidsLinked’s Powell KidsFest on Saturday, August 5, 2023. The free family festival is from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at New Hope Church. The Powell Back to School Bash has the free school supplies, bounce park, games, balloon artist, airbrush tattoos, shopping, classes, family … [Read more...] about KidsLinked’s Powell KidsFest and Bubble Run
National Night Out events around Columbus
National Night Out serves to promote safer communities by bringing together neighbors, police, and firefighters, and is celebrated the first Tuesday of August. Many of the events feature free food, live music, and other fun features. Kids will get to interact with, and watch demonstrations by … [Read more...] about National Night Out events around Columbus
Cycle UA Community Bike Ride
Enjoy a family-friendly community bike ride through Upper Arlington complete with built-in rest stops, parks and neighborhood views with Cycle UA. This is a hybrid event offering large group event ride or independent ride opportunities. Choose to complete the ride alongside your … [Read more...] about Cycle UA Community Bike Ride
Back-to-School Vaccine Clinics
In addition to school supplies and clothes, back-to-school season also means its time for vaccines for some kids. If you don't have a well child visit scheduled with a pediatrician or family doctor, there are regularly scheduled vaccine clinics at Franklin County Public Health. Clinics are … [Read more...] about Back-to-School Vaccine Clinics
Columbus Duck Race supports a good cause with good fun
The Columbus Duck Race is BACK in person this year! The Development Board of Nationwide Children's Hospital hosts the 11th annual Columbus Duck Race on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at noon at Riverside Crossing Park at Dublin's Bridge Park community. Bring the whole family to enjoy this … [Read more...] about Columbus Duck Race supports a good cause with good fun
Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival at Ohio Village
Celebrate America's favorite pastime at Ohio Village with one of the nation's largest Vintage Base Ball festivals on September 2-3, 2023 at the Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival. See over 25 vintage base ball teams from across the nation compete by 19th-century rules. There will be … [Read more...] about Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival at Ohio Village
Wag! Festival: The Biggest Dog Fest of the Summer
A true dog day of summer, dog lovers won't want to miss the annual WAG! Festival! And the dogs deserve this day all about them! Celebrate all things dog at the largest dog festival in the Midwest on Saturday, August 26, 2023 from 10 am - 4 pm at the Darby Bend Lakes Area of Prairie Oaks … [Read more...] about Wag! Festival: The Biggest Dog Fest of the Summer
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!
2023 National Ice Cream Day deals in Columbus
National Ice Cream Day is Sunday, July 16, 2023, and you can find deals and freebies all over the city! Click on the link for details. We won't tell if you enjoy more than one of these offers (or 3!) on Sunday - just watch out for brain freeze! If you haven't already, you … [Read more...] about 2023 National Ice Cream Day deals in Columbus
Ultimate Kids Bash Summer Dance Party
Do your kids LOVE to dance? Come have a bash on Friday, June 16, 2023 at the Ultimate Kids Bash Summer Dance Party in Westerville. Celebrate the end of school and kick off summer! The American Legion Hall in Westerville is transformed into a kid’s night club from 6:30-9:00pm. The … [Read more...] about Ultimate Kids Bash Summer Dance Party
Charity Newsies School Clothing Program
Most kids love picking out new back-to-school clothing and shoes every summer. Can you imagine being a school-aged child and having to start school with worn out, ill-fitting clothing? The lack of proper clothing is one of the main reasons why children miss school. New clothes help improve … [Read more...] about Charity Newsies School Clothing Program
Columbus Women and Girls’ Fest at Maroon Arts Box Park
Annually, Columbus Women & Girls’ Fest celebrates and promotes women and girl-identified leaders in arts and culture. The WGFest is free and open to the public, hosted By Education Foundation for Freedom. The Columbus WGFest is on August 27, 2023 from 12 pm - 6 pm at Maroon Arts … [Read more...] about Columbus Women and Girls’ Fest at Maroon Arts Box Park
From Fields to Fun with Farm Days at COSI
The farmers and tractors head into the city for Farm Days at COSI from August 7-11, 2024. Meet and greet the farmers and learn where their food comes from. Explore and climb aboard the tractors and combines and other fun equipment. Get "eggcited" about baby chickens hatching, and ask all your … [Read more...] about From Fields to Fun with Farm Days at COSI