Maybe you aren't heading to a warm beach for Spring Break this year, but there's no reason you can't have lots of fun around Columbus! With Easter falling in mid-April this year, Spring Break in Columbus ranges from mid-March to mid-April at schools around the area. Take short (less expensive) trip, … [Read more...] about Unlimited ideas for Spring Break in Columbus
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Hilliard Kidsfest, Bunny Breakfast, and Easter Fun Run
Spring has sprung, and you can join the fun with the Hilliard Kidsfest at the Franklin County Fairgrounds on Saturday, April 20, from 9 am - 1 pm. Start your morning with the 1 mile and 1/2 mile Fun Runs & 5K Bunny Run starting at 8 am - run or walk - the races are open to all. Cost is … [Read more...] about Hilliard Kidsfest, Bunny Breakfast, and Easter Fun Run
Find over 110 free or cheap events this weekend in Columbus
Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Columbus? Here’s our list of the top free events, discounts, and deals to have fun around Central Ohio this weekend. There's so much to do this weekend, including Dine Originals Week, Vintage Markets and Barn Sales, Spring Break Fun, PBJ & Jazz … [Read more...] about Find over 110 free or cheap events this weekend in Columbus
Hoot Family Film Series for families
Bring the family to Gateway Film Center for a free monthly Hoot Family Film Series. Kids will sing songs, make crafts, and more! At 10:00 a.m. on the last Saturday of each month (except November), the film center provides stimulating activities for families, including games, crafts with … [Read more...] about Hoot Family Film Series for families
Planetariums and Astronomy: 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: Best places to see the stars in Ohio
Reduced admission with COSI Family Friday Nights
Give the kids something fun to do on a Friday Night to celebrate back to school! COSI offers reduced admission and extended hours on the last Friday of every month for Family Friday Nights! General admission is $15 for adults and $10 for youth from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m., including all of COSI’s … [Read more...] about Reduced admission with COSI Family Friday Nights
Grab a sweet treat on the Hilliard Ice Cream Trail
An ice cream trail sounds like a trail I'd like to take! Destination Hilliard and local businesses have come together to launch the Hilliard Ice Cream Trail. To head down this sweet path, pick up a passport booklet at Destination Hilliard (5274 Norwich Street) or one of the six Ice Cream Trail … [Read more...] about Grab a sweet treat on the Hilliard Ice Cream Trail
Historian in Training at Ohio History Center
The Ohio History Center is hosting upcoming Historian in Training programs geared toward kids pre-K to through middle school. A historian is curious. A historian never stops learning. A historian uses hands-on experiences and new information to draw conclusions. It's never too soon to start … [Read more...] about Historian in Training at Ohio History Center
Go stargazing at the Planetarium at Ohio State
If you're fascinated with the night sky, stars, and the rest of space out there, don't miss the free public programs at The Arne Slettebak Planetarium at Ohio State University. Operating since 1968 by the Department of Astronomy, it is a 63-seat 30-foot dome theater with a state-of-the-art Spitz … [Read more...] about Go stargazing at the Planetarium at Ohio State
Eggs, Paws and Claws at the Columbus Zoo
To celebrate the spring season and Easter, the Columbus Zoo is having their annual celebration Eggs, Paws and Claws presented by Kroger on April 19-20, 2019, from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Get ready for Easter with the incredible diving and swimming Aqua-Bunny, Bunny Bonanza at Conservation Courtyard … [Read more...] about Eggs, Paws and Claws at the Columbus Zoo
KidX Club at Polaris Fashion Place
KidX Club at Polaris Fashion Place brings kids together with FREE activities that inspire them to explore their world. Kids will have fun, playful and educational experiences at the events each month. KIDX SPRING CELEBRATION: March 20 from 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Join us on March 20th from … [Read more...] about KidX Club at Polaris Fashion Place
Free admission and events for National Park Week
Enjoy spring at one of 400+ National Parks during National Park Week, April 20-28, 2019. You’ll enjoy free admission on April 20, 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 where you want … [Read more...] about Free admission and events for National Park Week
PBJ and Jazz Concert Series at Lincoln Theatre
The PBJ and Jazz Concert Series is back at the Lincoln Theater for the 2018/2019 season of Jazz Academy’s concert series. PBJ and Jazz concerts are 1 hour long interactive and casual concerts intended to introduce young children and their families to jazz and American music and feature some of … [Read more...] about PBJ and Jazz Concert Series at Lincoln Theatre
Cheap Kids Craft Events at Michaels
Michaels stores offers inexpensive Kids Club craft projects and MAKEbreak crafts that will help get those creative juices flowing for your kids. Check to make sure your local stores are participating and whether advance signup is required. The cost is $2-$5 per child for each 30 minute Kids' Club … [Read more...] about Cheap Kids Craft Events at Michaels
Explore with Free Admission to Wexner Center for the Arts
Wexner Center for the Arts, located on campus at Ohio State, is a multidisciplinary research laboratory for the arts with programming featuring performing arts, exhibitions, and media arts. Wexner Center for the Arts is a great place to get lost inside for a few hours by yourself, with friends, or … [Read more...] about Explore with Free Admission to Wexner Center for the Arts
