Get out and enjoy the fresh air in our beautiful metro parks this winter. Get in shape this winter and enjoy the beautiful scenery around our metro parks with the Annual Winter Hike Series with Columbus Metro Parks. For the 2020/2021 series, the hikes are not guided or scheduled. … [Read more...] about Metro Parks Annual Winter Hike Series
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Holiday Farm Hop, Farm Stand and Goat Yoga at Harrison Farm
Goat Yoga is a must-do experience at Harrison Farm! Yes, you can practice yoga...with goats. Adorable, friendly, mischievous goats + yoga. What's not to love?! Harrison Farm also hosts farm stands on select days through the year where you can shop farm goods AND meet some of the goats -no yoga … [Read more...] about Holiday Farm Hop, Farm Stand and Goat Yoga at Harrison Farm
Marmon Valley Farm Country Christmas, Horseback Rides, and more
Enjoy fun on the farm at Marmon Valley Farm in Zanesfield, Ohio. Located just 35 minutes northwest of Dublin, the farm is a great place to spend a couple of hours with kids. Enjoy a hayride or trail ride through the scenic hills Logan County, play in the Play Barn, visit the animals, and try out the … [Read more...] about Marmon Valley Farm Country Christmas, Horseback Rides, and more
Fall Fest Brewdog DogTap Columbus
Fall isn't over, and it's going to be a beautiful weekend! Dogtap Columbus is celebrating the season with Fall Fest on Saturday, November 7 from 2-8 pm. The celebration will be safe and socially distanced, and features fall and Halloween fun. If you haven't been to DogTap … [Read more...] about Fall Fest Brewdog DogTap Columbus
Nature walks and scenic hiking trails in Columbus
Get out and enjoy some fresh air at scenic hiking trails in Columbus! 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
Free days at U.S. national parks
America's Best Idea — our national parks — is even better when admission is free! Mark your calendar now for entrance fee-free dates for the coming year. On these dates, FREE entrance is available to 133 National Parks across the country that normally charge a fee. During the fee-free days, the … [Read more...] about Free days at U.S. national parks
The Drive in Concert Series at Westland Mall
Prime Social Group has come up with new ways to keep us entertained with The Drive in Concert Series at Westland Mall. This socially distant live music experience brings you concerts in a safe way! Westland Drive In Experience Shows are all ages; rain or shine. No refunds. Everyone must … [Read more...] about The Drive in Concert Series at Westland Mall
U-pick: Last chance to pick apples in Columbus
Apple season is coming up! Apple season typically runs from July to early November, wrapping up with my favorite variety, Goldrush! I've gathered a list of the 12 best places to pick apples in Columbus, and the 5 best orchards to pick peaches in Columbus, so you can have a freshly picked apple a day … [Read more...] about U-pick: Last chance to pick apples in Columbus
Planetariums and Astronomy: Celestial events and best places to see the stars in Ohio
Sometimes it's nice to take your gaze from your glowing screen to the glowing night sky instead. Whether you're serious about astronomy or just love gazing up at the stars and the moon, there's no doubt that stargazing is relaxing and makes you feel part of something bigger than what's going on in … [Read more...] about Planetariums and Astronomy: Celestial events and best places to see the stars in Ohio
Visit rescued animals at Open Barn Days at Sunrise Sanctuary
If you're an animal lover, make plans to visit Sunrise Sanctuary for Open Barn Days! You'll meet the dogs, cats, bunnies, and a plethora of farm animals who have been rescued and now call Sunrise "home". Sunrise Sanctuary, Inc. is a non-profit organization that rescues and cares for farmed and … [Read more...] about Visit rescued animals at Open Barn Days at Sunrise Sanctuary
Watershed Distillery Garage Sale and Lion’s Cub Cookie Collab
Watershed Distillery has been producing small batches of artisan-quality spirits in Columbus since 2010. Watershed makes a variety of spirits, including an award-winning family of gins. All Watershed spirits are available to taste and purchase at the bottle shop located on site at the distillery … [Read more...] about Watershed Distillery Garage Sale and Lion’s Cub Cookie Collab
Visit Velvet Ice Cream: Block Party is the last event of the year!
Velvet Ice Cream Factory is a perfect day trip in the summer and fall! Originally built in 1817, Ye Olde Mill, a former grist mill, is home to Velvet Ice Cream’s corporate offices in Utica, as well as Ohio’s only ice cream museum, ice cream parlor and restaurant. You'll also find tons of outdoor … [Read more...] about Visit Velvet Ice Cream: Block Party is the last event of the year!
Caverns, animals, and more at Olentangy Indian Caverns
Get out of the house and spend a couple of hours at Olentangy Indian Caverns just north of Columbus. If it's your first time there, you'll wonder why you've never gone before! I can't wait to head back during the cooler fall weather. If you're going to explore the caverns, it's always cool down … [Read more...] about Caverns, animals, and more at Olentangy Indian Caverns
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 can … [Read more...] about The Best Accessible Playgrounds in Columbus for all abilities
Best photography locations in Columbus
Is it time to update your family photos? Spring, Summer, and Fall are all great seasons to take outdoor photos, and provide a variety of scenery. In the spring you'll have bright greenery, budding trees, and early flowers. Summertime features lush green and an abundance of flowers, including roses, … [Read more...] about Best photography locations in Columbus
