The Dawes Arboretum Spring Plant Sale and Arbor Day Festival is Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 10am – 2pm. Admission is free all day thanks to presenting sponsor Park National Bank! Celebrate all things trees with hands-on activities, a tree giveaway (while supplies last), tree climbing, music and … [Read more...] about Dawes Arboretum Arbor Day Festival and Spring Plant Sale
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Nature walks and scenic hiking trails in Columbus
Get out and enjoy some fresh air at scenic hiking trails in Columbus and Central Ohio! Whether you are novice or expert - or somewhere in between - it's always nice to explore different parks or trails. Check them out at different times throughout the year to see how the scenery changes with the … [Read more...] about Nature walks and scenic hiking trails in Columbus
Unlimited ideas for Spring Break in Columbus
Maybe you aren't heading to a warm beach for Spring Break this year, but there's no reason you can't have lots of fun around Columbus! With Easter falling at the end of March this year, Spring Break in Columbus ranges throughout the month of March at schools around the area. Take short (less … [Read more...] about Unlimited ideas for Spring Break in Columbus
Anthony-Thomas Easter Open House, with tours and the Bunny!
The Easter bunny is hopping back to town for a beloved Easter event! Anthony-Thomas Candies is holding its annual Anthony-Thomas Easter Open House at the candy factory on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Anthony-Thomas Easter Open House Along with the free tour, you can … [Read more...] about Anthony-Thomas Easter Open House, with tours and the Bunny!
Free Cone Day at Dairy Queen celebrates Spring – Thursday!
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!
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
Easter Egg Hunt and more at Fortress Obetz
Fortress Obetz, the former Columbus Motor Speedway, is now home to the Obetz Zucchinifest, Famous Fortress Fireworks, sporting events, concerts, festivals, and more. Owned and maintained by the Village of Obetz, it's the location of events and activities for everyone to enjoy through the … [Read more...] about Easter Egg Hunt and more at Fortress Obetz
Free MyLowe’s Rewards™ Kids Club Workshops: Mar 21- Lawn Mower
Lowe's Kids Club Workshops are so much fun for kids! The learn how to follow directions and safely use tools to create a real project to take home. Kids who pre-register for multiple events have a chance to become a Jr. Builder or Sr. Builder to earn recognition and a prize! Select … [Read more...] about Free MyLowe’s Rewards™ Kids Club Workshops: Mar 21- Lawn Mower
Where to find Cherry Blossoms in Ohio this Spring
When flowering cherry trees are in bloom, it's a sign that spring is finally here in Ohio. Cherry blossoms fill the branches with tiny, fragrant confetti-like flowers in shades of pink, white, and red. The blooms are stunning, but they don't last long! If you want to find Cherry Blossoms … [Read more...] about Where to find Cherry Blossoms in Ohio this Spring
The giant Olentangy Community Easter Egg Hunt – Mar 28
Take the kids to a GIANT Easter Egg Hunt this year. The Annual Olentangy Community Easter Egg Hunt presented by Adventure Church is Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 10 am - noon. This free family event is open to all kids 12 and under. There will be 25,000 eggs divided up between age … [Read more...] about The giant Olentangy Community Easter Egg Hunt – Mar 28
Tours and Women’s History Month at at Ohio Statehouse and Museum
The stunning Capitol Square complex sits in the middle of downtown Columbus, surrounded by Broad, High, State, and 3rd Streets. Capitol Square includes the Ohio Statehouse, Senate Building and Atrium. The buildings are working government offices, and monuments to the people and the period during … [Read more...] about Tours and Women’s History Month at at Ohio Statehouse and Museum
ProMusica Family-friendly Library Concerts
Join ProMusica Chamber Orchestra musicians at local library branches for FREE family-friendly concerts as part of the Columbus Metropolitan Library Series. These fun concerts combine classical music and children’s literature and give you a chance to check out libraries throughout Central … [Read more...] about ProMusica Family-friendly Library Concerts
Franklinton Fridays and 400 Market
If you haven't been to Franklinton lately, check out all of the changes on the second Friday of each month for Franklinton Fridays and the 400 Market. The galleries, businesses, and institutions of East Franklinton host an art crawl for the public, and new places open regularly with the … [Read more...] about Franklinton Fridays and 400 Market
Free Tool Rental at Modcon Living’s Tool Library
Spring and Summer brings yard work and lots of of home improvement projects! If you don't have the tools you need, don't buy them - borrow them from the Modcon Living’s Tool Library for Franklin County residents. Using the Tool Library Modcon Living’s Tool Library offers over … [Read more...] about Free Tool Rental at Modcon Living’s Tool Library
Meet Alma from PBS at Second Saturday Kids Days with WOSU Public Media
Second Saturday Kids Days are free events that take place in the Ross Community Studio at the WOSU Public Media headquarters. Each Second Saturday event features a new theme to explore that combines imagination, interaction and technology to explore art, science, math and reading. Children … [Read more...] about Meet Alma from PBS at Second Saturday Kids Days with WOSU Public Media
