Various communities and neighborhoods around Columbus have special neighborhood hops, walks, and DORA's to celebrate what the area has to offer. You’ll find entertainment, vendors, sales at local shops, and great eats. It’s a great chance to explore new areas and find new favorite places to … [Read more...] about Explore Columbus with Neighborhood Hops and Walks
Festivals
Free Pollinator Palooza at Franklin Park Conservatory
Celebrate birds, bees, butterflies and all of the creatures that make our gardens grow during Pollinator Palooza, happening Saturday, June 25, 2022, at Franklin Park Conservatory in conjunction with National Pollinator Week. Engage with various organizations that are raising awareness for … [Read more...] about Free Pollinator Palooza at Franklin Park Conservatory
ComFest: A Community Festival for all
It's that time of year again for the crazy ComFest, which is back in Goodale Park from June 24-26, 2022 and celebrating 50 years! Comfest is a volunteer-run Community Festival held in Goodale Park featuring several stages of local music, activism, arts, crafts, food and drink … [Read more...] about ComFest: A Community Festival for all
Summer Jam West
Head to Westgate Park on Saturday, July 9, 2022 for Summer Jam West with Hilltop Arts Collective. This free, family-friendly festival celebrates music and art, and will include live music, face painting, kids' art activities, food trucks, art sale and more. Summer Jam West is … [Read more...] about Summer Jam West
Paws in the Plaza in Gahanna
Have a dog-gone good time on select Thursdays of every month, May through September 2022 with Paws in the Plaza at Creekside Gahanna. From 6 pm - 8 pm, owners can take their dogs on a stroll for furry fun, courtesy of Gahanna Parks & Recreation, Byers Airport Subaru, Pet Supplies Plus, and … [Read more...] about Paws in the Plaza in Gahanna
Union County Fair in Marysville returns as a full fair!
The Union County Fair takes over fairgrounds in Marysville for the full fair experience for the 176th year from July 24 - July 30, 2022! Catch all of the fair food and fun with entertainment, agriculture, education, arts and crafts, and more. Union County Fair Grandstands Grandstand schedule … [Read more...] about Union County Fair in Marysville returns as a full fair!
The Delaware Arts Festival is back in 2022
The annual Delaware Arts Festival is back after hiatus on May 14-15, 2022 in downtown Delaware. Admission and parking are free for two days of fun, food, entertainment, children's activities and high quality arts and crafts in the beautiful setting of historic downtown Delaware, … [Read more...] about The Delaware Arts Festival is back in 2022
Annual German Village Haus und Garten Tour
The Annual German Village Haus und Garten Tour, a highly anticipated summertime event, is Saturday and Sunday, June 25-26, 2022. Learn the stories of these stunning homes and gardens in the historic district. A stunning selection of 14 homes have been chosen to showcase this year. … [Read more...] about Annual German Village Haus und Garten Tour
Rainbow UA and Upper Arlington LGBTQ+ Pride
Rainbow UA is a community group in Upper Arlington whose mission is to support the LGBTQI+ community in Upper Arlington. Join them for the Upper Arlington LGBTQ+ Pride 2022 on Sunday, June 5, 2022 from 1-5 pm on the Upper Arlington Mallway, 2100 Arlington Avenue. This youth-focused Pride … [Read more...] about Rainbow UA and Upper Arlington LGBTQ+ Pride
Red, White and Boom Fireworks and Celebration
The BOOM is Back! Red, White and Boom returns in 2022 with the biggest fireworks show in the Midwest, celebrating 40 years! Red, White and Boom! is Friday, July 1, 2022, at the Downtown riverfront and Arena District in Columbus, Ohio. This annual festival features music, entertainment, … [Read more...] about Red, White and Boom Fireworks and Celebration
All Ohio Reptile Show with dragons, pythons, and frogs (oh my!)
Are you a fan of creepy, crawly, scaly, and slithery things? Check out the All Ohio Reptile Show located at the Franklin County Fairgrounds each month! The largest Reptile Sale and Show in Ohio has been held since 1988! Each month, professional dealers/vendors offer a wide variety of reptiles … [Read more...] about All Ohio Reptile Show with dragons, pythons, and frogs (oh my!)
Stonewall Run for Pride 5K is virtual for 2022
The annual Stonewall Pride 5k is virtual again for 2022 during June! Organized by Stonewall Columbus and Columbus Pride, this event allows to to run, walk, roll, dance, skip, hop, or jump for Pride on your own time and place this June. Complete your 5k anytime in June, in any manner you … [Read more...] about Stonewall Run for Pride 5K is virtual for 2022
Franklin County Fair Discounts and Activities
The Franklin County Fair will be full of entertainment from July 18-24, 2022 at the Franklin County Fairgrounds in Hilliard. Enjoy acres of fun at the Franklin County Fair this summer! Find your favorite foods, rides and family-friendly attractions you won’t find anywhere … [Read more...] about Franklin County Fair Discounts and Activities
Annual Powell Festival with Ryan Cabrera and The Spin Doctors
The Annual Powell Festival will take place downtown in the Village Green Park on Friday and Saturday, June 24-25, 2022. 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 Ryan Cabrera and The Spin Doctors
Mount Carmel St. Ann’s 4th Fridays in Uptown Westerville
Head to Uptown Westerville for Mount Carmel St. Ann’s 4th Fridays from May through October from 6-9 pm. There will be fun for everyone with live entertainment, kids' activities, food carts, and street vendors. Plus, the Uptown shops will stay open late, so you'll get to explore the wide variety … [Read more...] about Mount Carmel St. Ann’s 4th Fridays in Uptown Westerville
