The Ohio Plein Air Society is a collection of artists and art lovers who love creating art outdoor. Artists complete their paintings, drawings, or other art forms outside on location via direct observation. Members of the group explore the diversity and uniqueness of Ohio’s landscapes, cityscapes, … [Read more...] about Ohio Plein Air Society Art Show and Sale
Festivals
All Hallows’ Eve Sleepy Hollow Drive-In at Ohio Village
The Ohio Historical Society’s Ohio Village hosts a traditional 19th Century Halloween celebration every year with All Hallows' Eve. While All Hallows' Eve can't be held in the typical way for 2020, they have a new way to enjoy a family-friendly haunted event with All Hallows' Eve Sleepy Hollow … [Read more...] about All Hallows’ Eve Sleepy Hollow Drive-In at Ohio Village
Liberty and Lunacy: All Vehicle Doo Dah Parade
The Annual Doo Dah Parade has been rescheduled to Saturday, September 19, 2020. Celebrate Liberty and Lunacy with this wacky parade in the Short North. It'll look a little different this year, as organizers and participants have pivoted to an all-vehicle parade. But you can be sure that … [Read more...] about Liberty and Lunacy: All Vehicle Doo Dah Parade
Huge list of free or cheap events this weekend in Columbus
Have fun in Columbus this weekend with free and cheap events! There's so much open now, and lots of outdoor activities, so you'll find plenty of safe things to do this weekend in Columbus! Some events may require advance registration, so check links. We’ll add more as we hear of them, and … [Read more...] about Huge list of free or cheap events this weekend in Columbus
The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow
The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow returns for 2020 in a new and safe format! Head to Heritage Park in Westerville to experience a fall wonderland of magical Halloween lights and pumpkins from October 21-25 and October 28-November 1, 2020. Westerville Parks and Recreation has changed the The … [Read more...] about The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow
Columbus Coffee Fest 2020 Take Home Experience
If coffee is what makes your world go round (or at least makes your morning bearable), don't miss the annual Columbus Coffee Fest! The festival can't be held in person this year, but they have big plans so you can still get your coffee buzz! Columbus Coffee Fest Take Home Box Experience … [Read more...] about Columbus Coffee Fest 2020 Take Home Experience
Prost! 2020 Columbus Oktoberfest events
The annual Columbus Oktoberfest has been cancelled for 2020, but is on the schedule in 2021 for September 10-12, 2021 for 3 days of German fun! Come back next year for delicious German food and beer at the Ohio Expo Center while listening to the musical performances on two stages and tons of … [Read more...] about Prost! 2020 Columbus Oktoberfest events
2020 Virtual Hot Times Community Music and Arts Festival
The Hot Times Community Music and Arts Festival goes virtual from September 11-13, 2020. The festival is an independent and all volunteer driven community arts and music festival, and is the largest gathering of "artcars" in Central Ohio. Virtual HOT TIMES will showcase live performances, … [Read more...] about 2020 Virtual Hot Times Community Music and Arts Festival
Slice of Columbus Pizza Passport Discount and Program
Love pizza?? This year, the Slice of Columbus isn't just a one day event - it's a 3 month pizza exploration! The Pizza Passport takes you to some of the favorite pizza shops in Columbus to reach fun incentive levels along the way. The event is going on now, and you can still join in the … [Read more...] about Slice of Columbus Pizza Passport Discount and Program
Book lovers: Don’t miss the (online) Ohioana Book Festival
The Ohioana Book Festival will switch to an online format for 2020. The 2020 Book Festival will be held ONLINE Friday, August 28 through Sunday, August 30, 2020. This free event celebrating Ohio authors has events for book lovers of all ages. In addition to author readings and panels, there … [Read more...] about Book lovers: Don’t miss the (online) Ohioana Book Festival
Virtual Short North Gallery Hop
Short North Gallery Hop is a monthly tradition that spans 30 years. celebrating art, local shops, and good food. On the first Saturday of each month, thousands of people head to the Short North Arts District for new gallery exhibitions, street performers, special events, food, and drinks … [Read more...] about Virtual Short North Gallery Hop
Celebrate Local Art with Virtual Urban Scrawl
Urban Scrawl returns in 2020 as a virtual event on Saturday, August 29, 2020 to enjoy from the comfort of your own home. The free virtual festival is one day only, and will be live-streamed on Saturday, August 29th from noon-10 p.m. directly from artists' homes and … [Read more...] about Celebrate Local Art with Virtual Urban Scrawl
Asian Lantern Festival at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
Take a daytrip or overnight to Cleveland to check out the Asian Lantern Festival presented by Cleveland Clinic Children’s at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. This unique and safe festival is held through Sunday, September 20, and features a full walk-through event as well as a drive-through option on … [Read more...] about Asian Lantern Festival at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
WAG! Wilderness Walk replaces Wag! Festival for 2020
WAG! Fest is cancelled for 2020, but the WAG! Wilderness Walk replaces the festival for 2020. As the largest dog festival in the country, WAG! Fest can't safely be held at Prairie Oaks Metro Park in 2020. Instead, organizers came up with a way to celebrate and support the pet community … [Read more...] about WAG! Wilderness Walk replaces Wag! Festival for 2020
Chalk the Block at Easton still scheduled for 2020
Watch talented artists chalk up the town square at Easton Town Center during Chalk the Block on October 10-11, 2020. On Saturday, more than 40 artists will design and draw large scale artworks from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. to compete for awards while the public watches. They'll work on 10 foot … [Read more...] about Chalk the Block at Easton still scheduled for 2020
