Stroll through Westerville's historic district, enjoying the shops and businesses while you collect cookies on the Uptown Cookie Walk on Saturday, March 7, 2026 from 12-4 pm. Tickets would make a great inexpensive gift for Valentine's Day, and a fun activity to look forward … [Read more...] about Get your tickets for the Westerville Uptown Cookie Walk
Festivals
PBR 10k for Parker Lee Foundation
PBR lovers, get ready for the PBR 10k on Saturday, February 28, 2026 from 1 p.m. - 7 p.m. at Skully's Music Diner (1151 N. High St., Columbus). There's no running involved - 10K stands for 10,000 Pabst Blue Ribbon beers with hundreds of new friends. What started 'way back when' in a … [Read more...] about PBR 10k for Parker Lee Foundation
Columbus Oddities & Curiosities Expo features all things weird!
Do you have a curious mind that isn't afraid of the unexplained or unique? The Columbus Oddities and Curiosities Expo is just what you are looking for! Unique, bizarre, head-scratching, and strange may describe the things that you'll find from vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with … [Read more...] about Columbus Oddities & Curiosities Expo features all things weird!
Cartoon Crossroads Columbus Brings Top Cartoonists and Animators to Columbus
Cartoon Crossroads Columbus (CXC) is back in the city on April 15-18, 2027. The citywide festival celebrates cartoon art, comics, animation, and storytelling. Some events require tickets, but many are free! Events are held at venues including the Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum, … [Read more...] about Cartoon Crossroads Columbus Brings Top Cartoonists and Animators to Columbus
Columbus Pet Expo and Mega Adoption Event
Animal lovers should plan to attend the Annual All-American Pet Expo along with the Annual All About Cats Expo and the Mega Pet Adoption from March 13-15, 2026 at the Ohio Expo Center. All-American Columbus Pet Expo The expo is full of animal fun with contests, entertainment, … [Read more...] about Columbus Pet Expo and Mega Adoption Event
2025 Hocking Hills Comfort Food Cruise
Wintertime is all about comfort food, but you can get out of the house AND enjoy comfort food this winter. Head to Hocking Hills for the annual Hocking Hills Comfort Food Cruise on March 7, 8 & 14, 15, 2026, and sample comfort food at 12 restaurants around the Hills. The cruise … [Read more...] about 2025 Hocking Hills Comfort Food Cruise
Beer + Science fun at Columbus Brew Festival at COSI
Science and beer converge during a night at the museum with the Columbus Brew Festival at COSI on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Guests can choose from over 50 breweries sampling over 150 seasonal beers, while they enjoy all that COSI has to offer - without kids running around! Museum features … [Read more...] about Beer + Science fun at Columbus Brew Festival at COSI
Mark Dempsey Memorial International Irish Triathlon at Shamrock Club
Mark Dempsey Memorial International Irish Triathlon is Saturday, February 28, 2026 at Shamrock Club. The Irish Triathlon consists of horseshoes, darts, and cornhole in competition for the least amount of total throws. Cornhole and horseshoes will be thrown outdoors. If you wear a … [Read more...] about Mark Dempsey Memorial International Irish Triathlon at Shamrock Club
The Central Ohio Home & Garden Show Discounts, and celeb appearances
Spring will be here eventually, so it's a great time to start planning your projects for home and garden! Central Ohio Home & Garden Show returns to the Ohio Expo Center from February 14-22, 2026. The Spring Central Ohio Home & Garden Show features days of inspiration … [Read more...] about The Central Ohio Home & Garden Show Discounts, and celeb appearances
Maple Syrup tours and events in Columbus
Maple trees are truly a hero in the tree world. They provide shade in the hot weather, beautiful leaves in the fall, and when winter seems like it'll never end, they can be tapped for their sap. The sap is boiled down to produce maple syrup, and then it's pancake time! Who would think … [Read more...] about Maple Syrup tours and events in Columbus
Columbus Folk Music Series and Central Ohio Folk Festival
The folk music scene is strong in Columbus, and you have the chance to enjoy it all year long with the Columbus Folk Music Society Music Series and Central Ohio Folk Festival. Columbus Folk Music Society Concert Series A donation of $15 at the door is suggested, $10 for CFMS members and … [Read more...] about Columbus Folk Music Series and Central Ohio Folk Festival
Arnold Sports Festival and Expo in Columbus
The largest multi-sport event in the Nation is back in Columbus when the Arnold Sports Festival returns to the Columbus Convention Center from March 5-8, 2026! This event is every fitness enthusiasts “must-attend” event. It draws more than 22,000 athletes annually who compete in more than … [Read more...] about Arnold Sports Festival and Expo in Columbus
Ohioana Book Festival – Cancelled for 2026
CANCELLED FOR 2026 The Ohioana Book Festival returns to the Columbus Metropolitan Library on Saturday, May 3, 2025. Held each spring, the Festival welcomes roughly 140 authors and more than 3,000 visitors every year. This free event celebrates Ohio authors and has events for … [Read more...] about Ohioana Book Festival – Cancelled for 2026
Buckeye Lake Winterfest and Polar Plunge
Take a drive out of the city to Buckeye Lake Winterfest on Saturday, January 31, 2026. There are so many fun local businesses to explore around Buckeye Lake - even in the winter! Watch Benny the Bass predict Spring to kick off Buckeye Lake Winterfest Get there early to see Benny the Bass … [Read more...] about Buckeye Lake Winterfest and Polar Plunge
Winter Festivals in Columbus and throughout Ohio
I know...Ohio is cold in the winter. But that doesn't mean we should stay holed up inside, not emerging until Spring like Punxsutawney Phil. There are too many winter festivals in Columbus to enjoy! Bundle up and enjoy fun things to do around the city, including both indoor and outdoor … [Read more...] about Winter Festivals in Columbus and throughout Ohio
