If you like to celebrate your birthday all week (or all month), we've gathered up a huge list of local birthday freebies and deals for free meals, beauty items, clothing discounts, and more. Celebrate your birthday with some special treats this year! Some of my favorites are Jeni's Ice … [Read more...] about Birthday deals and freebies around Columbus
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The Best Accessible Playgrounds in Columbus for all abilities
Kids of ALL abilities need to play and enjoy playgrounds, so its important to have plenty of options of accessible playgrounds for kids with disabilities or special needs. Accessible and inclusive playgrounds allow kids living with disabilities to play alongside kids without disabilities, which … [Read more...] about The Best Accessible Playgrounds in Columbus for all abilities
The Great Gahanna Goblin Fest – Oct 23
Gahanna’s Department of Parks & Recreation is holding their annual Halloween celebration with The Great Gahanna Goblin Fest on Friday, October 23, 2026. Gahanna Goblin Fest The FREE event is from 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm, and includes all of your favorite Halloween and fall activities. Kids will … [Read more...] about The Great Gahanna Goblin Fest – Oct 23
Safe trunk or treat at Candy by the Carload in Powell – Oct 26
The City of Powell offers a safe trick-or-treating event with Candy by the Carload at Seldom Seen Park (3232 Seldom Seen Rd.) on Sunday, October 26, 2025 from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Dress up your little goblins and princesses and bring them to this trick-or-treater's treasure chest as local … [Read more...] about Safe trunk or treat at Candy by the Carload in Powell – Oct 26
Superspecs Free Safety Eyewear Available to Children in Ohio
Does your child wear glasses or need eye protection for sports? Apply for FREE safety eyewear and gear for sports and recreation! “Eye injuries are a leading cause of blindness in children,” said Ohio Ophthalmological Society President, Dr. Kristopher … [Read more...] about Superspecs Free Safety Eyewear Available to Children in Ohio
Free Fitness in Columbus for all ages and fitness levels
Cancel that gym membership - getting fit can be free and fun! There are options for free fitness classes each week and nearly unlimited hikes and other fun activity around Columbus. Grab a fitness buddy and enjoy all of the options for free fitness in Columbus. You're more likely to stick … [Read more...] about Free Fitness in Columbus for all ages and fitness levels
Kids get FREE LEGO® Life Magazine Subscription
Do you have a LEGO® lover at home? If you have LEGO® bricks and creations strewn throughout your home, your kids will LOVE getting a FREE LEGO® Life Magazine Subscription. Kids LOVE receiving mail, and LEGO® fans will really love getting this free magazine throughout the year. If your … [Read more...] about Kids get FREE LEGO® Life Magazine Subscription
Patriot Day events in observance of 9/11 in Columbus
A date we will never forget - September 11, 2001. Patriot Day is observed on September 11 of each year in memory of the 2,977 people killed in the terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., and aboard United Flight 93 near Shanksville, … [Read more...] about Patriot Day events in observance of 9/11 in Columbus
Free outdoor movies at Columbus Metro Parks
Head to a Columbus Metro Parks this summer and fall for movies under the stars! These free movies are open to all ages! 2025 Outdoor Movies at Columbus Metro Parks Movies start at dusk! Refreshments are provided. Saturday, September 27 - Movie in the Park: Shrek 2 at Highbanks Metro … [Read more...] about Free outdoor movies at Columbus Metro Parks
The Ohio State Homecoming Parade
Brutus, parade floats, and Buckeye pride will hit the streets on campus for The Ohio State Homecoming Parade on Friday, October 3, 2025! Check out the creative and fun floats, as they compete to win prize money. Check out all of the festivities for Ohio State Homecoming. Ohio State … [Read more...] about The Ohio State Homecoming Parade
Explore the Magical Fairy Trail and Nature Playscape in Granville
Need to get out of the house for a little fun? The Fairy Trail at Infirmary Park in Granville, Ohio is open for the season through September 2025. Take the kids on an adventure through the woods and keep an eye out for fairies as you find approximately 30 little fairy homes, schools, … [Read more...] about Explore the Magical Fairy Trail and Nature Playscape in Granville
Free Ice Cream for a cause: Graeter’s Cones for the Cure Campaign
There's a lot going on this time of year: back-to-school, fall fun, and....Cones for the Cure! You can enjoy FREE Graeter's ice cream AND help find a cure for cancer with Graeter's and The Cure Starts Now. The annual Cones for the Cure campaign runs from September 4-14, 2025 to raise … [Read more...] about Free Ice Cream for a cause: Graeter’s Cones for the Cure Campaign
Free summer workouts for teens: Planet Fitness High School Summer Pass
Whether your teens are in involved in athletics or just want to work on health and fitness through the summer, they can work out for FREE with the Planet Fitness High School Summer Pass. The Planet Fitness High School Summer Pass invites teens ages 14-19 to work out for FREE in all of … [Read more...] about Free summer workouts for teens: Planet Fitness High School Summer Pass
Huge list of Outdoor movies around Columbus
Enjoy movies under the stars with friends and family around Columbus throughout the summer and fall. Many community-sponsored movies are returning for 2025. There are also plenty of drive-in style movies that give you the outdoor movie experience in your car. Please check individual … [Read more...] about Huge list of Outdoor movies around Columbus
Topiary Park Movie Nights
Plan a trip to the beautiful Topiary Park this summer for Topiary Park Summer Movie Nights Under the Stars for an evening with family and friends. Bring a blanket and your family or a date and enjoy the movie, live music, food trucks, and activities. Pack a picnic and enjoy the … [Read more...] about Topiary Park Movie Nights















