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
Festivals
Grove City Bourbon and Spirits Festival
If you love bourbon and other distilled beverages, and want to try some without spending a lot of money, don't miss the Annual Heart of Grove City Bourbon and Spirits Festival, formerly the Bourbon Tasting. On Saturday, August 9, 2025 from 1 p.m. - 10 p.m., sample liquors from awesome … [Read more...] about Grove City Bourbon and Spirits Festival
Bob Evans hosts Annual Farm Festival, October 11-13
This fall, the Bob Evans Farm Festival returns for its 53rd year, running from October 10-12, 2025 at the original Bob Evans Farm in Rio Grande, Ohio (about an hour and a half from Columbus). The annual celebration honors the farming community during the harvest season. Guests will enjoy a … [Read more...] about Bob Evans hosts Annual Farm Festival, October 11-13
The Central Ohio Home & Design Show
The Central Ohio Home & Design Show will take over the Bricker Building at the Ohio Expo Center from September 5-7, 2025. Formerly the Fall Home Show, this new concept will feature more than 150 local exhibitors in home, design, and lifestyle, plus engaging presentations and hands-on … [Read more...] about The Central Ohio Home & Design Show
Celebrate Oktoberfest with Germania Singing and Sports Club Society
Oktoberfest is always a fall favorite for those who love German food and beer. The Brewery District is home to the oldest and original Germania Oktoberfest at Germania Singing and Sports Club Society in Columbus. While Germania is a membership club, the 67th annual Germania Oktoberfest is … [Read more...] about Celebrate Oktoberfest with Germania Singing and Sports Club Society
Butterfly Weekend at Blendon Woods
Learn about amazing life cycle and 2,000 mile journey of the monarch butterfly at Blendon Woods Butterfly Weekend from August 30 - September 1, 2025 Butterfly Weekend The festival celebrates the 2,000 mile journey of the monarch butterfly and will feature live butterflies, displays, videos and … [Read more...] about Butterfly Weekend at Blendon Woods
Obetz ZucchiniFest and free concerts and more!
The Obetz ZucchiniFest returns to Fortress Obetz, the former Columbus Motor Speedway in Obetz on August 29 - September 1, 2025. The festival will include entertainment, FREE concerts, food, beer garden, a cruise-in and motorcycle show, and a fantastic parade. Admission is free, which … [Read more...] about Obetz ZucchiniFest and free concerts and more!
Columbus Women and Girls’ Fest at Maroon Arts Box Park with headliner Detroit Diamond
Annually, Columbus Women & Girls’ Fest celebrates and promotes women and girl-identified leaders in arts and culture. The WGFest is free and open to the public, hosted By Education Foundation for Freedom. The Columbus WGFest is on August 23, 2025 from 12 pm - 6 pm at Maroon Arts … [Read more...] about Columbus Women and Girls’ Fest at Maroon Arts Box Park with headliner Detroit Diamond
Old Worthington Market Day – Sept 20
Worthington's largest festival, Old Worthington Market Day is Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Old Worthington Market Day The streets of Downtown Worthington will feature over 200 artisans selling goods from jewelry, pottery and ceramics to beautiful paintings, decorative … [Read more...] about Old Worthington Market Day – Sept 20
Don’t miss the Taste of 2025 Powell Tour
A Taste of Powell is a tasty tour of local Powell-area restaurants on Sunday, July 13, 2025 from 10 am - 7 pm. You'll enjoy samples of unique dishes at over 20 Powell-area restaurants including The Daily Growler, Liberty Tavern, Local Roots, on your self-guided tour around Powell and … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the Taste of 2025 Powell Tour
Columbus ArborFest at Whetstone Park
Don't miss the return of Columbus ArborFest at Whetstone Park on Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 12-5 pm. Columbus ArborFest is a celebration of the trees, plants, waterways, animals, and insects of Columbus. The festival is free to attend. There is live music, food trucks, local … [Read more...] about Columbus ArborFest at Whetstone Park
Hot Times Community Music and Arts Festival
The Hot Times Community Music and Arts Festival is on the lawns of the Columbus Health Department (240 Parsons Ave) from September 5-7, 2025. The festival is an independent and all volunteer driven community arts and music festival, and is the largest gathering of "art cars" in Central … [Read more...] about Hot Times Community Music and Arts Festival
Re-Slice of Columbus Pizza Tasting
Love pizza?? Re-Slice of Columbus is back on September 18, 2025 from 6 pm - 9 pm. This awesome, tasty pizza-slinging event is organized by the Development Board of Nationwide Children's Hospital. Re-Slice, a twist on the beloved Slice of Columbus, presented by the … [Read more...] about Re-Slice of Columbus Pizza Tasting
Columbus Water Lantern Festival brings magical moments
Water Lantern Festival comes to Columbus on Saturday, September 6, 2025, and is such a fun summer event! Let the lantern guide your future or release your past - the meaning is all yours. The festival featuring floating lanterns has been to cities across the U.S., and voted as #1 Best … [Read more...] about Columbus Water Lantern Festival brings magical moments
For the Love of Hilliard festival
Celebrate Hilliard and check out the amazing businesses of Hilliard with For the Love of Hilliard festival! On Saturday, September 6, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the businesses of Hilliard are coming together with the support of Destination Hilliard and the City of Hilliard to celebrate all … [Read more...] about For the Love of Hilliard festival
