The PBJ and Jazz Concert Series is back at the Lincoln Theater for the 2025/2026 season of Jazz Academy’s concert series. PBJ and Jazz concerts are 1 hour long interactive and casual concerts intended to introduce young children and their families to jazz and American music, and feature some … [Read more...] about PBJ and Jazz Concerts for kids at Lincoln Theatre
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WOSU Daniel Tiger’s Be My Neighbor Day: A Day of Kindness for Families
Bring the family for a heartwarming day of kindness with Daniel Tiger on Saturday, November 8, 2025 from 10 am - noon. Daniel Tiger’s Be My Neighbor Day is held at National Veterans Memorial and Museum. It's the perfect way for families to engage in service learning and spread joy. The … [Read more...] about WOSU Daniel Tiger’s Be My Neighbor Day: A Day of Kindness for Families
Wildlights at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Wildlights is back at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium this year as a fantastic holiday tradition, and you won't want to miss this event powered by AEP Ohio. From November 20, 2026 - January 3, 2027, you can check out the Columbus Zoo Christmas lights and festivities featuring displays of … [Read more...] about Wildlights at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Free Fall fun at Preservation Parks in Delaware
Preservation Parks in Delaware County offer lots of free events for the whole family all year long. Whether you just go explore the parks, or you attend events, you'll find plenty to do while enjoying some fresh air - and it's all FREE. Year Round fun at Preservation Parks Letterbox … [Read more...] about Free Fall fun at Preservation Parks in Delaware
Cheap and Free things to do in October in Columbus
Fall in Columbus is the best, and October is my favorite! There are so many things going on in October in Columbus, so make sure you mark your calendars. It's a great time to get out and enjoy the fall weather before the cold hits! We’ve highlighting some of the best events and … [Read more...] about Cheap and Free things to do in October in Columbus
Free Columbus Blue Jackets student ticket offer for Student Achievers
The Columbus Blue Jackets Student Achievers celebrates high performing and improving students for their academic accomplishments with free tickets to a Blue Jackets game! What makes this offer so inclusive is that it only requires that a student improves by one grade letter, without a … [Read more...] about Free Columbus Blue Jackets student ticket offer for Student Achievers
Halloween Family Funday at North Market Downtown
North Market Downtown is hosting a FREE Halloween Family Funday on Sunday, October 26, 2025 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Families can enjoy fun activities, music, trick or treating with Market Merchants, facepainting, and more! While you're at Halloween Family Funday, stroll the … [Read more...] about Halloween Family Funday at North Market Downtown
TrueCore Kids Fest 2025 in Newark
Celebrate fall fun at TrueCore Kids Fest 2025 on Saturday, October 11, 2025 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at TrueCore Federal Credit Union, 215 Deo Dr., Newark. This free, family-friendly event welcomes both members and the community for a morning full of entertainment and activities. Kids can enjoy … [Read more...] about TrueCore Kids Fest 2025 in Newark
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
Halloween Car Show and Trick or Treat at BrewDog Canal Winchester
Bring the family to BrewDog in Canal Winchester on Saturday, November 1, 2025 for the Steels & Wheels Halloween Car Show (and trick-or-treat!) from noon to 4 p.m. Families can enjoy trick-or-treating, axe throwing, shopping with vendors, and a visit to The Candid Camera Photo Booth. Car, … [Read more...] about Halloween Car Show and Trick or Treat at BrewDog Canal Winchester
Get creative at Brush Crazy Art Studio: painting, candlemaking, and more art
Looking for something new and different to do for a date, girls' night, or some family time? Brush Crazy offers all types of creative classes, projects, and more. Whether you want to go and do your own thing, or need more guidance, they have options for you at this fun DIY art studio. From … [Read more...] about Get creative at Brush Crazy Art Studio: painting, candlemaking, and more art
Learn all about bats at the Ohio Bat Fest in Cincinnati
As part of International Bat Week, the first annual Ohio Bat Festival is on Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 12 pm - 5 pm at Maple Ridge Lodge in Cincinnati. Ohio Bat Fest The Ohio Bat Fest is a fun, family-friendly, educational event on the Saturday before Halloween. While it was … [Read more...] about Learn all about bats at the Ohio Bat Fest in Cincinnati
Washington Township Fire Station Open Houses
Kids who are into fire trucks aren't going to want to miss the Washington Township Fire Station Open House on Sunday, October 5, 2025 as a part of Fire Prevention Week. Washington Township Fire Station Open House Meet the firefighters, climb in a fire truck or ambulance, watch a cool … [Read more...] about Washington Township Fire Station Open Houses
Hello Kitty Cafe Truck rolls into Easton Town Center (Oct 11)
The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is rolling back into Columbus for one day only on Saturday, October 11, 2025! From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., the popular, all-pink cafe on wheels will be parked at Easton Town Center in Town Square near Crate & Barrel. Fans of Hello Kitty can look forward to … [Read more...] about Hello Kitty Cafe Truck rolls into Easton Town Center (Oct 11)
Zombie Halloween Pool Party at Westerville Community Center (Oct 26; registration required)
Sometimes zombies are on your side... Join the Zombie lifeguards for a haunted trick or treat trail through the Westerville Community Center, and then head to the pool for the Zombie Halloween Pool Party. Zombie Halloween Pool Party The silly scary fun is on Sunday, October … [Read more...] about Zombie Halloween Pool Party at Westerville Community Center (Oct 26; registration required)
