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
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List of Free Splash Pads in Columbus for 2020
Stay up-to-date with which splash pads are open in Columbus! There are 15 splash pads and water play areas in the city, but many have not announced reopening plans. Splash pads that are staffed and can control the amount of kids using it at once may be able to reopen earlier. … [Read more...] about List of Free Splash Pads in Columbus for 2020
Walking labyrinths in Columbus and Central Ohio
Need a little calm in your life? Visit a labyrinth for walking meditation and personal reflection. Labyrinths are a single patterned path, often circular, leading to the labyrinth's center or heart. While a labyrinth looks like a maze, there are no dead ends and no wrong turns. It's a single … [Read more...] about Walking labyrinths in Columbus and Central Ohio
Photo op: Sunflower Fields in Central Ohio for 2020
Visiting a sunflower field is a "must do" in late summer or fall, and fields are popping up all over. Grab your family or friends, and get ready to post your sunny pics on IG when you visit one of these sunflower fields around Central Ohio (or a little further). Most fields won't bloom until late … [Read more...] about Photo op: Sunflower Fields in Central Ohio for 2020
World’s Largest Swimming Lesson and discount at Zoombezi Bay
Make sure your kids know how to swim so they can stay safe this summer! Kick start (or refresh) their swimming abilities with a giant swimming lesson at Zoombezi Bay. With summertime fun, comes sad news stories of kids drowning in pools and other bodies of water. Kids are going to … [Read more...] about World’s Largest Swimming Lesson and discount at Zoombezi Bay
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
Live @ Polaris Summer Concert Series
Are you ready to enjoy some outdoor live music again? Polaris Fashion Place has always been full of great stores and restaurants, but you can also enjoy live music during the Summer. Live @ Polaris Summer Concert Series is back in 2020 with free live musical entertainment every Thursday, July 2 to … [Read more...] about Live @ Polaris Summer Concert Series
The most beautiful public gardens in Columbus
Columbus may be a city, but it's also full of green space, parks, and beautiful gardens. The seasons in Ohio lend to stunning and ever-changing displays at these beautiful public gardens in Columbus. Some of the gardens and arboretums that we've included are also free, so pack a picnic, … [Read more...] about The most beautiful public gardens in Columbus
Caverns, animals, and more at Olentangy Indian Caverns
Get out of the house during nice weather 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! The main feature of the attraction are the Caverns that were formed millions of years ago … [Read more...] about Caverns, animals, and more at Olentangy Indian Caverns
Adventure Awaits! Explore the Magical Fairy Trail in Granville
Need to get out of the house for a little fun? Head to the Fairy Trail at Infirmary Park in Granville, Ohio! Take the kids on an adventure through the woods and keep an eye out for fairies as you find all 30 little fairy homes, schools, and businesses. The fairy trail is a must-do this spring and … [Read more...] about Adventure Awaits! Explore the Magical Fairy Trail in Granville
Free Fishing Days in Ohio for Father’s Day Weekend
Get the family to some water for National Fishing and Boating Week, a celebration of fishing and boating the first week of June every year. The week highlights the benefits of recreational boating and fishing, as well as preserving our country's natural beauty. Each state celebrates different … [Read more...] about Free Fishing Days in Ohio for Father’s Day Weekend
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
Night Tours at Hocking Hills Canoe Livery
Paddle down the Hocking River under the glow of the moon with Night Tours at Hocking Hills Canoe Livery. This will be a date night you won't forget. Night Tours at Hocking Hills Canoe Livery: Moonlight Tour On the moonlight tour, you'll paddle your canoe from sunset through moonlight. … [Read more...] about Night Tours at Hocking Hills Canoe Livery
Grove City Outdoor Community Drive-in Movie Series
Grove City has re-imagined their movie nights for 2020, and are hosting a Drive-in Outdoor Movie Series this summer on Sundays at The Naz. Drive-in movies are all the rage this year, so Fryer Flicks is switching to this safer format for 2020. The Grove City Outdoor Community Drive-in … [Read more...] about Grove City Outdoor Community Drive-in Movie Series
Night canoeing at Hocking Hills Adventures
Looking for a unique date night? Go night canoeing at Hocking Hills Adventures with Romantic Moonlight Tours and Torchlight Tours. The tours are $45 and must be scheduled ahead of time. Tours will sell out, so book soon. Night canoeing options at Hocking Hills Romantic Moonlight … [Read more...] about Night canoeing at Hocking Hills Adventures
