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
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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!
From Fields to Fun with Farm Days at COSI
The farmers and tractors head into the city for Farm Days at COSI from August 6-10, 2025. 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
Canine Companions DogFest North Central celebrates dogs
Join the fun at DogFest North Central! This family- and dog-friendly community event that brings dog lovers together for a great cause on Sunday, September 15, 2024. Spend the day at DogFest and celebrate our canine friends and heroes that bring joy to our lives. All funds raised benefit … [Read more...] about Canine Companions DogFest North Central celebrates dogs
Explore city vehicles and more at New Albany Touch a Truck
If your kids love trucks, safety vehicles, and heavy equipment, don't miss the New Albany Touch a Truck! Head to the New Albany Public Service Department on Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 10 am - noon. Kids will explore their favorite vehicles including fire engines, police cars, snow plows, leaf … [Read more...] about Explore city vehicles and more at New Albany Touch a Truck
2024 National Ice Cream Day deals in Columbus
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National Ice Cream Day is Sunday, July 21, 2024, 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 2024 National Ice Cream Day deals in Columbus
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 October … [Read more...] about Wands and Wizards Weekend in Fairfield County
Disability friendly and sensory friendly in Columbus
Columbus has fun activities, events, and offerings for ALL. It is an inclusive city, and we want to make it easier to find activities that are disability friendly and sensory friendly in Columbus for those living with disabilities, special needs, and autism spectrum disorders. We need your … [Read more...] about Disability friendly and sensory friendly in Columbus
Enjoy the artistry at Chalk the Block at Easton
Watch talented artists chalk up the town square at Easton Town Center during Chalk the Block on September 28-29, 2024 October 5-6, 2024. (September date rescheduled due to rain) On Saturday, more than 40 artists will design and draw large scale artworks from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. to compete for … [Read more...] about Enjoy the artistry at Chalk the Block at Easton
St Timothy Festival on the Green
Don't miss the St. Timothy Festival on the Green on July 12-13, 2024 for foods, drinks, games, raffle, live music, casino, rides, and more! St. Tim's Festival Fun Enjoy live music each night at the west end of the parish grounds, near the beer truck, and on the big stage at the … [Read more...] about St Timothy Festival on the Green
Scioto Fest 2024: A Weekend of Outdoor Fun at Scioto Audubon Metro Park
Enjoy a weekend of outdoor adventure at Scioto Fest 2024 on September 13-14, 2024 at Scioto Audubon Metro Park. This free annual event is a perfect way to welcome the fall season. Friday Evening Highlights The festivities kick off on Friday at 5 p.m. with the return of "Yappy Hour," where dog … [Read more...] about Scioto Fest 2024: A Weekend of Outdoor Fun at Scioto Audubon Metro Park
Outdoor Inclusive Adventures at Prairie Oaks for all abilities
Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks and the YMCA of Central Ohio (Community Strengthening) are hosting the 8th Annual Outdoor Inclusive Adventures on Sunday, September 8, 2024 from 11am - 3pm. This fun day will feature inclusive activities for the whole family. Children, teens, and … [Read more...] about Outdoor Inclusive Adventures at Prairie Oaks for all abilities
Live music and food trucks at Bexley Fun Fridays
Stop by the Bexley Public Library parking lot for some delicious food and great music during Bexley Fun Fridays! There will be live music from 5:30-7 PM and food trucks from 5-7 PM. Details on Bexley Public Library website. more information about the food trucks and their menus go to … [Read more...] about Live music and food trucks at Bexley Fun Fridays
Free Makebreak Craft Events and Kids Club Crafts
Michaels has brought back family fun in-store with Free Sunday Makebreak craft events. MAKEbreak crafts get creative juices flowing for you and your kids, and it's a great reason to get out of the house! Upcoming Michaels Sunday Makebreak schedule The weekly event takes place on … [Read more...] about Free Makebreak Craft Events and Kids Club Crafts
Get paid to watch new movie “The Sneetches” with your child at home
Watch a new movie at home with your child…and get paid for it! Read on to learn how! Preview Free Movies is recruiting audiences for a private screening of the upcoming feature film,The Sneetches, on Saturday, June 22, 2024. The screenings will take place in your own home, on your laptop or … [Read more...] about Get paid to watch new movie “The Sneetches” with your child at home
