Get outside and enjoy free outdoor movies and music in Bexley this summer! The Bexley Main event features family-friendly movies under the stars at Main Street Lawn at Capital University. Bexley Jazz in the Park brings four different bands from the central Ohio region to Havenwood Park this … [Read more...] about The Bexley Main Event and Bexley Jazz in the Park
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Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons (Sep 6)
Now that fall is here, enjoy the season at the Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons The Harvest Fair will feature a day of family-friendly rides, games, and entertainment. Families can enjoy bounce houses, … [Read more...] about Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons (Sep 6)
Half Price Books Summer Reading Camp
Half Price Books is hosting Summer Reading Camp to encourage kids of all ages to keep up with reading during these summer months. Half Price Books Summer Reading Camp Sign up for HPB's Summer Reading Camp! Kids and their guardians can pick up their interactive reading log and … [Read more...] about Half Price Books Summer Reading Camp
Summer Jam West – Final year!
Head to Westgate Park on July 19, 2025 for Summer Jam West with Hilltop Arts Collective. This free, family-friendly festival celebrates music and art, and will include live music, face painting, kids' art activities, food trucks, art sale and more. Summer Jam West is family-friendly, … [Read more...] about Summer Jam West – Final year!
Riverboxes, Public Art and more with Dublin Arts Council
Dublin Arts Council engages the community, cultivates creativity and fosters life-long learning through the arts. They bring art to the community with performances, galleries, events, classes, public art, ARTcamp, and so much more. Get involved in the arts with DAC! Follow along … [Read more...] about Riverboxes, Public Art and more with Dublin Arts Council
Worthington Concerts on the Green on Sundays
The warm weather is here and it's the perfect time to get outside and listen to some music. Each Sunday, bring the family to downtown Worthington for Concerts on the Green and enjoy free outdoor concerts with the family. There will different musical acts performing every Sunday, mid-May … [Read more...] about Worthington Concerts on the Green on Sundays
Free Friday Night Flicks and Summer concerts in Pickerington
There's nothing like hanging out on a blanket on a warm summer night watching a movie under the stars or catching and evening concert outside. Head to Pickerington on Friday Nights to the Sycamore Creek Park Amphitheater for a movie at dusk with Friday Night Flicks. Bring a blanket, … [Read more...] about Free Friday Night Flicks and Summer concerts in Pickerington
2025 Columbus Jazz and Rib Fest – Cool Jazz, Hot Ribs, and free admission
The Columbus Jazz and Rib Fest is July 18-20, 2025, featuring hot ribs and cool jazz in Downtown Columbus. Columbus Jazz & Rib Fest Each summer, this festival is a highly anticipated tradition with the best of jazz and rib connoisseurs for a festival full of music and barbecue, brought to … [Read more...] about 2025 Columbus Jazz and Rib Fest – Cool Jazz, Hot Ribs, and free admission
Summer Reading Challenge at Columbus Metropolitan Library
Public libraries are a huge resource for free and cheap events and resources in any city, but the Columbus Metropolitan Library wants to reward everyone just for reading this summer. The Summer Reading Challenge runs from May 31 though July 31, 2025 to encourage people of all ages to read, … [Read more...] about Summer Reading Challenge at Columbus Metropolitan Library
Phoenix Theaters Lennox 24 Free Summer Movie Series
Lennox Town Center 24 is now owned by Phoenix Theaters, and you can enjoy FREE family movies with the Free Summer Movie Series. Films are show at 10 am on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Doors open at 9 am; seating is limited to auditorium capacity. Admission is totally free, and they are … [Read more...] about Phoenix Theaters Lennox 24 Free Summer Movie Series
Free ‘Gone Fishing’ event at Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops for kids
Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s are aiming to get kids interested in fishing with their FREE fishing activities for kids at the Gone Fishing event near Father's Day. June 6-8 and 13-15, 2025 from 11am-3pm 'Gone Fishing' event at Cabela's and Bass Pro Shops features catch-and-release ponds, … [Read more...] about Free ‘Gone Fishing’ event at Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops for kids
Free Pollinator Palooza at Franklin Park Conservatory
Celebrate birds, bees, butterflies and all of the creatures that make our gardens grow during Pollinator Palooza, happening Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Franklin Park Conservatory in conjunction with National Pollinator Week. Engage with various organizations that are raising awareness for … [Read more...] about Free Pollinator Palooza at Franklin Park Conservatory
Summer bucket list of free and cheap fun for kids in Columbus
There's so much free and cheap fun for kids around Columbus in the summertime, and we've gathered a huge Summer Bucket List for Kids in Columbus for you to explore! Whether you want to enjoy the sun or avoid it, there are plenty of indoor and outdoor options to keep busy on the … [Read more...] about Summer bucket list of free and cheap fun for kids in Columbus
Cops & Kids Day in Westerville
Let the kids meet the good guys at Cops & Kids Day at Hoff Woods Park on Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 12 - 4 pm. Kids can interact with the law enforcement community and learn about the equipment and technology that they use to keep the community safe. Cops & Kids Day There will be … [Read more...] about Cops & Kids Day in Westerville
Festival Latino: Food, fun, and music at Genoa Park
Enjoy free family fun at the annual Festival Latino produced by CAPA on August 9-10, 2025 at Genoa Park near downtown. Since 1996 the Festival Latino has been providing Columbus the opportunity to experience traditional and contemporary Latin American culture and is now the largest … [Read more...] about Festival Latino: Food, fun, and music at Genoa Park
