Don't miss the return of Columbus ArborFest at Whetstone Park on Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 12-5 pm. Columbus ArborFest is a celebration of the trees, plants, waterways, animals, and insects of Columbus. The festival is free to attend. There is live music, food trucks, local … [Read more...] about Columbus ArborFest at Whetstone Park
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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
Beautiful Blooms at Coshocton Sunflower Festival
Sunflowers season is highly anticipated in Central Ohio during which the sunflower unofficially officially becomes the flower of Instagram. The Coshocton Sunflower Festival brings all of the happiness and photo ops to a 4-acre field this August. Heading in the 7th year of the festival, the … [Read more...] about Beautiful Blooms at Coshocton Sunflower Festival
13 fields and farms with Lavender in Ohio to visit this Summer
We can't get enough of gorgeous fields of flowers, and lavender fields are some of the prettiest (and best smelling) fields you can enjoy! Find out where you can find some amazing lavender in Ohio. And then see where you can find Sunflower Fields in Ohio, including many in Central Ohio, starting … [Read more...] about 13 fields and farms with Lavender in Ohio to visit this Summer
Merion Village Garden Tour – free to attend
Enjoy the beautiful summer weather during the annual Merion Village Garden Tour. The 26th Annual Merion Village Garden Tour is Sunday, July 13, 2025 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. The Garden Tour is free and open to all, thanks to the generous sponsors and advertisers. Check out the Facebook … [Read more...] about Merion Village Garden Tour – free to attend
Schnormeier Gardens is only open in June! Tickets required!
Located in the rolling hills northeast of Columbus, Schnormeier Gardens is a stunning property featuring 75 acres manicured lawns, 10 lakes, themed gardens, sculptures, waterfalls, and more, surrounding a spectacular Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired home designed by Ted and Ann Schnormeier. And as … [Read more...] about Schnormeier Gardens is only open in June! Tickets required!
Summer Tour of Historic Homes of Olde Towne East
The Summer Tour of Historic Homes of Olde Towne East is Sunday, July 13, 2025. The tour will showcase homes and gardens, and a church in the Historic Franklin Park Neighborhood. The tour is walkable, but shuttle stops are provided. Check out the Facebook page for sneak peeks of the … [Read more...] about Summer Tour of Historic Homes of Olde Towne East
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 … [Read more...] about The most beautiful public gardens in Columbus
Columbus Park of Roses features 13 acres of blooms in the middle of Columbus
Created in 1953, Columbus Park of Roses in Whetstone Park is one of the largest public rose gardens in the U.S. It has grown to include over 7,500 rose specimens, as well as 100's of varieties of bulbs, herbs, perennials, shrubs and trees. I'm embarrassed to admit that I lived … [Read more...] about Columbus Park of Roses features 13 acres of blooms in the middle of Columbus
Free Community Day at Franklin Park Conservatory & Botanical Gardens
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is one of the premier botanical gardens in Ohio. It's located just east of Franklin Park approximately two miles from downtown Columbus. If you're looking for things to do in Columbus, this will always be one of our top suggestions! It's fun for … [Read more...] about Free Community Day at Franklin Park Conservatory & Botanical Gardens
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
Annual German Village Haus und Garten Tour
The Annual German Village Haus und Garten Tour, a highly anticipated summertime event, is Sunday, June 29, 2025. Learn the stories of these stunning homes and gardens in the historic district. Take in all the historic architecture and modern lux of this year's featured homes. … [Read more...] about Annual German Village Haus und Garten Tour
Free admission and events for National Park Week
Enjoy spring at one of 400+ National Parks during National Park Week, April 19-27, 2025. You’ll enjoy free admission on April 19, 2025, so plan your trip to visit one of these great parks! Many National Parks are just a car ride away. You can plan your visit by what you want to do, or … [Read more...] about Free admission and events for National Park Week
German Village GartenMarkt Plant Sale
The German Village Garten Club hosts their annual GartenMarkt every May just in time for Mother's Day. The sale returns as an in-person market this year, with online presale available as well! Pick up plants, flowers, and decorations for your garden, or talk to experts about how to create the … [Read more...] about German Village GartenMarkt Plant Sale
Chadwick Arboretum Spring Plant Sale
Chadwick Arboretum is back with the Spring Plant Sale in 2025! They will be selling over 10,000 plants during the annual Spring Plant Sale fundraiser from Thursday, May 8 - Saturday May 10, 2025. Chadwick Arboretum Spring Plant Sale Choose from over 650 varieties of uncommon plants … [Read more...] about Chadwick Arboretum Spring Plant Sale
