Dairy Queen is back to celebrating the first day of spring with Free Cone Day on Thursday, March 19, 2026. We never know what weather the first day of Spring in Ohio will bring, but we know this cool treat deal is HOT! Stop by a participating location for a FREE small vanilla … [Read more...] about Free Cone Day at Dairy Queen celebrates Spring – Thursday!
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Peep® this! Free cup of Rita’s Italian Ice on the first day of Spring
Spring is almost here, whether it feels like it or not (this is Ohio, after all). Rita's Italian Ice is celebrating the first day of spring with a FREE cup of Rita's Italian Ice. Free Rita's on the First Day of Spring Rita's First Day of Spring FREE Ice Giveaway is back for everyone on March … [Read more...] about Peep® this! Free cup of Rita’s Italian Ice on the first day of Spring
Find a Friday Fish Fry for Lent in Columbus, plus other dining options
Beginning on Ash Wednesday, Lent is a season of reflection and preparation before the celebrations of Easter. By observing the 40 days of Lent, Christians replicate Jesus Christ's sacrifice and withdrawal into the desert for 40 days. Lent is marked by fasting, both from food and … [Read more...] about Find a Friday Fish Fry for Lent in Columbus, plus other dining options
BOGO Chipotle: Tatted like a Chipotle bag promo for Friday the 13th
Got tatts (real or fake)? You can get free Chipotle on Friday the 13th! BOGO Chipotle for being Tatted Like a Chipotle Bag The big back burrito maker will once again offer a “flash” one-hour BOGO offer on Friday, March 13, from 3 to 4 p.m. local time for fans who are “tatted … [Read more...] about BOGO Chipotle: Tatted like a Chipotle bag promo for Friday the 13th
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
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
IHOP serves free pancakes for charity on National Pancake Day
Flip for a free short stack! In celebration of National Pancake Day, IHOP is serving FREE pancakes for a good cause. IHOP: Free pancakes for National Pancake Day On Tuesday, March 3, 2026 more than 1,500 IHOP locations will be flipping FREE short stacks of three buttermilk pancakes … [Read more...] about IHOP serves free pancakes for charity on National Pancake Day
Where to Buy Girl Scout Cookies in Columbus (order now!)
It’s that time of year again—Girl Scout Cookie season going on through March! Whether you’re craving Thin Mints, Samoas, or Tagalongs, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to stock up on your favorite cookies while supporting local Girl Scout troops in Columbus. Also....did you know that … [Read more...] about Where to Buy Girl Scout Cookies in Columbus (order now!)
Make some stops on the Celtic Cocktail Trail in Dublin, and earn a shirt!
More cocktails please! Dublin has their own specialty boozy beverage route with the Celtic Cocktail Trail. Dublin continues to grow its culinary cred, and 19 establishments are serving up Irish-themed beverages throughout the year. The trail is now Mobile exclusive - no passport to remember … [Read more...] about Make some stops on the Celtic Cocktail Trail in Dublin, and earn a shirt!
Get caffeinated on the Columbus Coffee Trail – and earn swag!
Whether you drink your coffee black, prefer your creamer with a splash of coffee, or order some fancy coffee concoction, you can get your fill of the good stuff on the Columbus Coffee Trail with Experience Columbus. If you love coffee as much as I do, your morning is probably incomplete … [Read more...] about Get caffeinated on the Columbus Coffee Trail – and earn swag!
Try these seasonal drinks on the Gahanna Herbal Cocktail Trail
It's time to enjoy seasonal cocktails in Gahanna! The Herb Capital of Ohio is Gahanna, and local restaurants, pubs, and distilleries have created some special herbal-based recipes for the Gahanna Herbal Cocktail Trail perfect for cozy fun! Grab a Herbal Cocktail Trail from Visit Gahanna (110 … [Read more...] about Try these seasonal drinks on the Gahanna Herbal Cocktail Trail
Pub Crawl for St. Patrick’s Day with Social City Events
Join Social City Events for the Annual St. Patrick's Pub Crawl in the Arena District on Saturday, March 14, 2026. The party starts at noon, and spans 6+ bars in the Arena and Park Street District. St. Patrick's Pub Crawl Tickets for the St. Patrick's Pub Crawl are $26 plus fees in … [Read more...] about Pub Crawl for St. Patrick’s Day with Social City Events
Celebrate big at Flannagan’s St. Patrick’s Day Bash
Enjoy one of the largest St. Patrick’s Day parties in Ohio with Flannagan’s St. Patrick's Bash (and my first St. Patrick's Day experience in Columbus decades ago!) On Saturday, March 14, 2026, doors open at noon for all day entertainment, green beer, food, and Irish fun in the … [Read more...] about Celebrate big at Flannagan’s St. Patrick’s Day Bash
Maple Syrup Tours at Shepherd’s Corner
Shepherd's Corner, a ministry of the Dominican Sisters of Peace, is a 160 acre farm and ecological center in Blacklick, Ohio. In addition to chemical-free gardens, chickens, sheep, a llama, a turf labyrinth, greenhouses, beehives, and a system of walking trails, Shepherd’s Corner offers events … [Read more...] about Maple Syrup Tours at Shepherd’s Corner
Cherry Valley Hotel Winter Glow, Valentine’s dining and more
Cherry Valley Hotel & Ohio Event Center in Newark, Ohio underwent $20 million in renovations starting in 2019, and offers plenty of reason to visit. Located just outside of Granville, Ohio, it offers fully renovated and beautiful guest rooms, event and convention space, excellent dining and … [Read more...] about Cherry Valley Hotel Winter Glow, Valentine’s dining and more
