Learn how to be green and live healthier at the Green on the Green Festival on Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. in Downtown Worthington Village Greens next to the Worthington Farmers Market. Green on the Green is a free, one day community festival showcasing ways to highlight … [Read more...] about Get Green with the Green on the Green Festival
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Upper Arlington Spring Fling features Trucks and more
Bring the family out for the Upper Arlington’s Annual Spring Fling on Saturday, May 10, 2025 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Sunny 95 Park for a free family festival. The Spring Fling afternoon will feature the live music, along with "Touch a Truck" where kids can explore city vehicles, … [Read more...] about Upper Arlington Spring Fling features Trucks and more
Library Story Time around Columbus
Story time at the library was one of my favorite things to do to get out of the house with my toddlers. They learned so many songs and games at story time, and it allowed them to interact with kids their age. It's also a great way for kids who don't go to preschool or daycare to learn … [Read more...] about Library Story Time around Columbus
Dog Days of Summer Police K9 event and Touch a Truck at Pataskala Grace Church
The Dog Days of Summer Touch-a-Truck and Police K9 event is happening at Pataskala Grace Church on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 11 am - 3 pm. This fun, family-friendly summer event supports the Pataskala Police Department K9 program. All of the proceeds from this event will go towards the … [Read more...] about Dog Days of Summer Police K9 event and Touch a Truck at Pataskala Grace Church
Worthington Touch-a-Truck returns after 5 years!
Kids love trucks and cars and emergency vehicles, so bring them to the Worthington Touch a Truck on Friday, May 16, 2025 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Worthington Touch-A-Truck Kids can check out ambulances, fire trucks, military vehicles to taxis, race cars, a helicopter, and other exciting … [Read more...] about Worthington Touch-a-Truck returns after 5 years!
PBJ & Jazz free kids concerts at Topiary Park (it’s a family favorite!)
PBJ & Jazz Concert Series at Topiary Park is one of our favorite casual events to attend in the summer! Kids love these concerts! Learn about all types of music while enjoying the amazing Topiary Park! PBJ & Jazz concerts are free 1-hour long interactive concerts with … [Read more...] about PBJ & Jazz free kids concerts at Topiary Park (it’s a family favorite!)
Lolli-Pops! Summer Children’s Concert Series
Bring the family to Powell for some summertime fun with the Lolli-Pops! Children's concert series. The energetic kids' concerts will take place on select Mondays at the Village Green Amphitheater in Powell at 10:30 a.m. Bring your blankets, some snacks, and get ready to dance the … [Read more...] about Lolli-Pops! Summer Children’s Concert Series
Family Funday at the Columbus Commons
Bring the family out for a good time at the Columbus Commons for Family Funday on Saturday, May 24, 2025 from 11 am - 4 pm. Enjoy free family-friendly games, crafts, face painting, carousel rides, live music, inflatables and more. More fun events include: … [Read more...] about Family Funday at the Columbus Commons
Hilliard Arts Council Summer Concert Series
Join Hilliard Arts Council for the Summer Concert Series in 2025. This Sunday evening concert series features an eclectic mix of performers and music styles. The concerts are free to the public and usually occur in front of the Hilliard Civic and Cultural Arts Center. Concerts will move to … [Read more...] about Hilliard Arts Council Summer Concert Series
Annual Powell Festival with headliner Tonic
The Annual Powell Festival will take place downtown in the Village Green Park on Friday and Saturday, June 20-21, 2025. The festival is bigger and better this year with lots of musical entertainment, merchants, food vendors, Kids' Zone, activity stations, animal visits, games, DORA, and … [Read more...] about Annual Powell Festival with headliner Tonic
Where to go berry picking in Columbus this Spring and Summer
Whether you prefer one type of berry or love them all (like I do), there are so many farms to go berry picking in Columbus and Central Ohio. U-pick berry farms are a must-do summer activity, and below you'll find a huge list of u-pick farms for strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, … [Read more...] about Where to go berry picking in Columbus this Spring and Summer
Visit Lancaster’s Skyview Drive-in movie theatre for double feature fun and flea markets
No matter how many years go by, drive-in movies are still fun! We are fortunate to have many drive-in theaters in Ohio, including a couple in Central Ohio. Skyview Drive-in is located in Lancaster, which less than 40 minutes from downtown Columbus! Skyview Drive-in is also having a flea market on … [Read more...] about Visit Lancaster’s Skyview Drive-in movie theatre for double feature fun and flea markets
Late Night Zoombezi Bay Summer Nights and Dive-In Movies
Play all day in the sun at Zoombezi Bay and stay late for Zoombezi Bay Summer Nights on Fridays, June 27 - July 25, 2025. Zoombezi Bay Summer Nights Summer Nights parties mean that the attraction stays open until 10 p.m. and features DJ, extra time on attractions, live entertainment, and … [Read more...] about Late Night Zoombezi Bay Summer Nights and Dive-In Movies
Visit the Hartford Fair: “The Biggest Little Fair in the World”
Ohio LOVES fairs, and if you haven't visited the Hartford Fair before, put it on the calendar for this year for August 3-9, 2025. Located in Croton, just north of Johnstown, the Hartford Fair is only 30-40 minutes from much of Columbus. The first Hartford Fair was in 1858, and in all of … [Read more...] about Visit the Hartford Fair: “The Biggest Little Fair in the World”
Raising Cane’s Golden Plush Puppy Helps Pets Without Parents
Raising Cane’s is keeping the Golden birthday celebration going with a special way to give back! Cane's fans have a chance to purchase a Golden Plush Puppy, with all net proceeds from in-restaurant sales benefiting Pets Without Parents in Columbus. The limited-edition plush, inspired by the … [Read more...] about Raising Cane’s Golden Plush Puppy Helps Pets Without Parents
