There's a "National" day for everything, and I'm certainly not complaining about this one! Saturday, February 7, 2026 is National Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day. My kids have been asking for months when Ice Cream for Breakfast is - it's one of their favorite fake holidays to … [Read more...] about 6 ways to celebrate National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day
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Valentine’s Day Cocktails at the Conservatory makes a great V-Day date!
Cocktails at the Conservatory will be a little extra special in February at Franklin Park Conservatory for Valentine's Day. It's a perfect date night idea, and a great way to surprise a loved one. Valentine's Day Cocktails at the Conservatory Celebrate love with Cocktails at the … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day Cocktails at the Conservatory makes a great V-Day date!
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
Celebrate the Lunar New Year and Year of the Horse
The Lunar New Year (also called Chinese New Year) marks the transition between zodiac signs. It begins on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 and is celebrated through March 3, ending with the Lantern Festival. The Lunar New Year marks the first new moon of the lunisolar calendars traditional to many east … [Read more...] about Celebrate the Lunar New Year and Year of the Horse
Fine dining back at White Castle for Valentine’s Day
Valentine's Day at White Castle is back! Believe it or not, Valentine’s Day at White Castle is a traditional thing to do for many couples. White Castle transforms their dining rooms into fine dining establishments with hostess seating, tableside service and festive holiday décor. Whether … [Read more...] about Fine dining back at White Castle for Valentine’s Day
2026 Super Bowl deals, freebies, and watch parties
Whether you're a football fan, a fan of one of the Super Bowl teams, or just like the commercials and halftime show, you'll want to catch the big game on Sunday, February 8, 2026. Food and football go hand-in-hand for fans, so lots of restaurants have special offers available in hopes that fans … [Read more...] about 2026 Super Bowl deals, freebies, and watch parties
Free Scoop at Chicken Salad Chick for Guest Appreciation Day – Jan 22
Chicken Salad Chick is a fast-casual restaurant specializing in full-flavored, Southern-style chicken salad. If you love chicken salad, you will love it here! So many creative and delicious flavors! Chicken Salad Chick Guest Appreciation They are celebrating their guests (and 18th Anniversary) … [Read more...] about Free Scoop at Chicken Salad Chick for Guest Appreciation Day – Jan 22
Dessert Lovers, don’t miss Sweet Treats Dessert Festival – now Feb 8!
If you love sweets, you aren't going to want to miss Sweet Treats Dessert Festival! The best sweets makers in Columbus will be showcasing their talents along with a dessert-themed shopping experiences just ahead of Valentine's Day - rescheduled to February 8, … [Read more...] about Dessert Lovers, don’t miss Sweet Treats Dessert Festival – now Feb 8!
All the good eats at 614 Restaurant Week Columbus
Plan a tasty meal out (or to-go) during Restaurant Week Columbus from July 20-25, 2026, presented by (614) Magazine and Revolution Mortgage. Over 150 of the best restaurants throughout Columbus will be offering special 3 course menus at fixed prices (usually $15-$50), as well as carry-out … [Read more...] about All the good eats at 614 Restaurant Week Columbus
Get tickets for Uncorked: Columbus Wine Festival at COSI
Wine lovers, this festival is for you! Get tickets for Uncorked: Columbus Wine Festival at COSI on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Enjoy more than 100 wines and champagnes from across the globe, full access to COSI including interactive exhibits, a custom photo booth and more! This is a 21 … [Read more...] about Get tickets for Uncorked: Columbus Wine Festival at COSI
Get a fully-cooked Christmas Dinner to-go in Columbus
Whether you can't cook, or just don't want to, you can find an amazing Christmas Dinner to-go in Columbus. It's a great option if you are only feeding a few (or yourself), and don't want to make the full family feast. Order a fully cooked (or prepped) meal to make at home! You'll avoid … [Read more...] about Get a fully-cooked Christmas Dinner to-go in Columbus
Walmart offers Holiday Meals for 10 at under $4 per person
Making a holiday meal can be expensive, and Walmart has a budget-friendly holiday meal deal. For less than $4 per person, you can serve a feast for 10, complete with all the trimmings with the Walmart Turkey Meal bundle or the Holiday Ham Dinner. Available now through December 26, 2025, … [Read more...] about Walmart offers Holiday Meals for 10 at under $4 per person
Restaurants with Igloos for outdoor dining in Columbus
One good thing came from the year we shall not mention... outdoor dining in winter with igloos in Columbus! In order to allow customers to dine outside in winter in Ohio, restaurants around Central Ohio came up with creative outdoor dining experiences. And many of these have come back year after … [Read more...] about Restaurants with Igloos for outdoor dining in Columbus
Restaurants open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
If you’re looking to dine out over the holidays, the following restaurants are open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day around Columbus in 2025. Reservations are strongly recommended where accepted, and they are booking up quickly. Many restaurants are offering Christmas Dinner to-go in lieu of … [Read more...] about Restaurants open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
(614) Santa Crawl at Easton on Dec 6 – just $5!
Get ready to celebrate the season in style at the (614) Santa Crawl on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 1–6 p.m. at various bars and restaurants around Easton Town Center. Throw on your Santa suit or your tackiest holiday sweater and join hundreds of festive friends for an afternoon of … [Read more...] about (614) Santa Crawl at Easton on Dec 6 – just $5!
