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
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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
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 21 – Saturday, October 24, 2026. 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
Don’t miss the 2026 Haunted Ohio, Trick or Treat, and Statehouse Tours
The Haunted Ohio Statehouse Tours are back for 2026! Get spooked at the Ohio Statehouse this Halloween season. This fall tradition brings together history, hauntings, and Halloween at the peoples' house. Haunted Ohio Statehouse Tours Tour the darkened chambers and halls of the Ohio … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the 2026 Haunted Ohio, Trick or Treat, and Statehouse Tours
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)
ProMusica Family-friendly Library Concerts
Join ProMusica Chamber Orchestra musicians at local library branches for FREE family-friendly concerts as part of the Columbus Metropolitan Library Series. These fun concerts combine classical music and children’s literature and give you a chance to check out libraries throughout Central … [Read more...] about ProMusica Family-friendly Library Concerts
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)
Columbus Symphony Pops Concert: The Songs of Cole Porter
Pops concerts with Columbus Symphony are fun for all music lovers. And the series brings a few movie-themed concerts that will draw in movie and music lovers to the symphony. Pops concerts with Columbus Symphony The Pops concerts are a perfect way to introduce someone new to the … [Read more...] about Columbus Symphony Pops Concert: The Songs of Cole Porter
RidgeFest at Glacier Ridge: A Fall Celebration for All Ages (Oct 18)
Celebrate the season at RidgeFest, Glacier Ridge's annual fall festival on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. This family-friendly event promises a day of fun, food, and festivities at Glacier Ridge Metro Park, located at 9801 Hyland Croy Rd, Plain City, OH. What to Expect … [Read more...] about RidgeFest at Glacier Ridge: A Fall Celebration for All Ages (Oct 18)
