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
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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
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
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
Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons – Sep 12
Now that fall is here, enjoy the season at the Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons on Saturday, September 12, 2026, 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 … [Read more...] about Harvest Fair at Columbus Commons – Sep 12
Ohio State Fire Marshal Festival celebrates our brave firefighters (Sept 13)
Families will have a blast at the FREE Ohio State Fire Marshal Festival on Saturday, September 13, 2025 from 10 am - 3 pm in Reynoldsburg. The festival is at the Ohio State Fire Marshal's campus, and kids will learn more about firefighters and the work they do. It's a celebration of … [Read more...] about Ohio State Fire Marshal Festival celebrates our brave firefighters (Sept 13)
See TBDBITL Skull Sessions before home Ohio State football games!
Get ready for the Skull Sessions with the OSU Marching Band at Ohio State University football games! Plus, you can watch TBDBITL rehearse before the season starts! Read below for details on how you can watch The Ohio State Marching Band this year - for free! Ohio State Football Tickets can … [Read more...] about See TBDBITL Skull Sessions before home Ohio State football games!
Charity Newsies School Clothing Program
Most kids love picking out new back-to-school clothing and shoes every summer. Can you imagine being a school-aged child and having to start school with worn out, ill-fitting clothing? The lack of proper clothing is one of the main reasons why children miss school. New clothes help improve … [Read more...] about Charity Newsies School Clothing Program
Fall Festival in Westerville to Benefit End Poverty +
Quest Vineyard Church in Westerville is hosting its annual Fall Festival on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. This free, family-friendly event brings the community together for fun while raising support for local organizations through End Poverty +. Fall Festival Westerville … [Read more...] about Fall Festival in Westerville to Benefit End Poverty +
Canine Companions DogFest North Central celebrates dogs
Join the fun at DogFest North Central! This family- and dog-friendly community event that brings dog lovers together for a great cause on Sunday, September 21, 2025. This year, they are celebrating 50 incredible years of Canine Companions. Spend the day at DogFest and celebrate our canine … [Read more...] about Canine Companions DogFest North Central celebrates dogs
Celebrate Local Art with Scrawl in Franklinton – Sept 20-21
Scrawl returns to the renewed arts neighborhood of Franklinton on September 20-21, 2025 at 400 Square, next to 400 West Rich St. The free 2 day festival will feature local artists painting murals as you watch, local music, dance and performing arts, crafts, food vendors, beer, and … [Read more...] about Celebrate Local Art with Scrawl in Franklinton – Sept 20-21
Upper Arlington Fall Fest
Upper Arlington is celebrating the changing season with Fall Fest on Sunday, October 5, 2025, from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. at Fancyburg Park. Upper Arlington Fall Fest Take a hay ride and pick and decorate a pumpkin, then allow the kids to bounce, slide, and all the fall fun and … [Read more...] about Upper Arlington Fall Fest
Community resources in Columbus
Columbus is an amazing community to be a part of, and even though it's the biggest city in Ohio, it has the small town feel of the Midwest. It's also special in that Columbus is rich in community resources and organizations. There are community resources in Columbus that can help you … [Read more...] about Community resources in Columbus
KidsLinked’s Powell KidsFest and Bubble Run
Don't miss the KidsLinked’s Powell KidsFest on Saturday, August 9, 2025. The free family festival is from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Guardian Academy. The Powell Back to School Bash has the free school supplies, bounce park, games, balloon artist, airbrush tattoos, shopping, classes, family … [Read more...] about KidsLinked’s Powell KidsFest and Bubble Run
Free Root Beer Floats at A&W for National Root Beer Float Day – Aug 6
National Root Beer Float Day is August 6, and you don't want to miss this cool freebie from A&W Restaurants! Grab a FREE creamy Root Beer Float at A&W Restaurants on August 6, 2025 to celebrate this tasty treat! A&W Root Beer and rich, creamy vanilla soft serve — it doesn't get … [Read more...] about Free Root Beer Floats at A&W for National Root Beer Float Day – Aug 6
