UnderCurrent is a new event series set to take place directly under Current, the sky-high sculpture by artist Janet Echelman. Current is part of the permanent collection of the Columbus Museum of Art. UnderCurrent Part night market, part block party, UnderCurrent is … [Read more...] about UnderCurrent: BAM (Bar Art Music) Block Party
Festivals
All Ohio Balloon Fest in Marysville returns August 2026
The All Ohio Balloon Fest returns to Marysville in 2026 for the 50th anniversary on August 21-22, 2026. There will be over 15+ Hot Air Balloons in the sky, plus helicopter, plane, and balloon rides, live music, food, and beverage. All Ohio Balloon Fest Each day, the Hot Air … [Read more...] about All Ohio Balloon Fest in Marysville returns August 2026
Summer Wine Festival in Downtown Columbus
The Columbus Summer Wine Festival is on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at McFerson Commons Park (Arena District) in downtown Columbus. It's a perfect event if you love wine, wine spritzers, and hard seltzers. With a variety to sample, festival-goers are sure to find something they love. In … [Read more...] about Summer Wine Festival in Downtown Columbus
Herb Day in Gahanna, the Herb Capital of Ohio
The Ohio Herb Education Center in Gahanna is celebrating Herb Day on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Gahanna Herb Day One of the main features of the day is the plant sale. There will also be vendors in the marketplace featuring herbal and Ohio-made products, tours, … [Read more...] about Herb Day in Gahanna, the Herb Capital of Ohio
2026 Worthington Arts Festival celebrates creativity
Check out lots of fine arts and crafts at the annual Worthington Arts Festival on Saturday and Sunday, June 20-21, 2026 at the Worthington Village Green in Downtown Worthington. This Worthington Arts Festival features over 150 artists, plus food and beverage vendors. The festival takes place … [Read more...] about 2026 Worthington Arts Festival celebrates creativity
Family Fun Fest: Touch a Truck, K-9s, Food Trucks & More!
Kick off Memorial Day weekend with a day full of fun and community at the Family Fun Fest at Great Lakes Hyundai of Dublin! Happening on Saturday, May 23, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., this free event invites families to explore emergency vehicles, enjoy live entertainment, grab delicious food, … [Read more...] about Family Fun Fest: Touch a Truck, K-9s, Food Trucks & More!
Lavender Fest Blooms at Timbuk Farms
Granville’s Timbuk Farms is bringing florals and family fun to Licking County in June with their first-ever Lavender Fest! Lavender Days at Timbuk From June 13-21, 2026, Lavender Fest invites guests to stroll down “Lavender Lane,” amongst the lavender beds. Take pics and enjoy the … [Read more...] about Lavender Fest Blooms at Timbuk Farms
Jeni’s Strawberry Jam at Land-Grant Brewing: Strawberries, live music, and more!
It's almost strawberry season, and one thing that strawberries go so well with is ice cream! You can find out just how well at Jeni's Strawberry Jam at Land-Grant Brewing and along Town Street on Saturday and Sunday, May 23-24, 2026. Attendees will also enjoy local food, family friendly … [Read more...] about Jeni’s Strawberry Jam at Land-Grant Brewing: Strawberries, live music, and more!
Upper Arlington Cherry Blossom Celebration
The Upper Arlington Community Relations Committee celebrates the 4th Annual Cherry Blossom Celebration on Monday, April 6, 2026, beginning at 5 pm in Mallway Park, on Arlington Avenue. This celebration of the grove of cherry trees by the Veterans Plaza is part of a broader series of … [Read more...] about Upper Arlington Cherry Blossom Celebration
Greater Columbus Cherry Blossom Festival features events through the city
Inspired by the National Cherry Blossom Festival, Central Ohio now celebrates cherry blossom season with Greater Columbus Cherry Blossom Festival citywide, from March 25- April 25, 2026. Greater Columbus Cherry Blossom Festival Inspired by the The National Cherry Blossom Festival in … [Read more...] about Greater Columbus Cherry Blossom Festival features events through the city
2026 Creekside Blues and Jazz Festival bring top musicians
The Annual Creekside Blues and Jazz Fest returns to the Creekside District on June 19-21, 2026 for the 27th year! The event brings the top regional and national blues and jazz talent to Gahanna on 3 stages, food vendors, retail vendors, and more. Creekside Blues and Jazz … [Read more...] about 2026 Creekside Blues and Jazz Festival bring top musicians
Hot Times Community Music and Arts Festival, Sept 11-13
The Hot Times Community Music and Arts Festival is on the lawns of the Columbus Health Department (240 Parsons Ave) from September 11-13, 2026. 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, Sept 11-13
Columbus Goodguys 28th Summit Racing Nationals presented by PPG
The Annual Goodguys PPG Nationals is pulling into the Ohio Expo Center from July 10-12, 2026, beginning at 8 a.m. each day. Check out more than 6,000, 1999 & earlier hot rods, customs, classic, muscle cars, street machines and trucks. You don’t want to miss Goodguys AutoCross racing … [Read more...] about Columbus Goodguys 28th Summit Racing Nationals presented by PPG
The Columbus Book Festival in Discovery District
Love reading, libraries, and everything books? Add The Columbus Book Festival to your summertime Columbus festival list! Columbus Book Festival Head downtown to the Discovery District for a two-day festival for all ages on July 11-12, 2026. You'll enjoy national and local authors, … [Read more...] about The Columbus Book Festival in Discovery District
Where, When, and How to enjoy The Kentucky Derby
It's almost Derby time! Whether you're watching the Kentucky Derby at home, or dressing up in a fancy hat and going somewhere to watch the race, we're gathering some options to help you celebrate. The Kentucky Derby is Saturday, May 2, 2026 at Churchill Downs. Also known as "The … [Read more...] about Where, When, and How to enjoy The Kentucky Derby
