We're getting to the hot part of the summer where you can't go outside for more than 10 minutes some days without being a sticky mess. If you're looking for somewhere to escape the heat, check out these free and cheap family activities around Columbus. Water fun Community Rec Center … [Read more...] about Free and cheap family activities to beat the heat
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Marcus Theatres Kids Dream Summer Film Series
Get some respite from hot or rainy summer days with a movie at Marcus Theatres with the Kids Dream Summer Film Series - Powered by American Family Insurance. Admission for Marcus Theatres Kids Dream Summer Film Series Catch $3 family-friendly movies on Tuesdays - Saturdays from … [Read more...] about Marcus Theatres Kids Dream Summer Film Series
Summer Movie Series with New Albany Parks & Recreation
New Albany Parks & Recreation is celebrating summer with the 2024 Summer Movie Series! The movie events will be held at different parks around New Albany. Bring dinner and/or snacks and enjoy the show with your family! New Albany Summer Movie Series Saturday, June 1: Luca at The … [Read more...] about Summer Movie Series with New Albany Parks & Recreation
Pizza Hut Camp Book-IT: Combining Pizza and Reading Fun!
Who remembers the Pizza Hut Book-IT program from our childhood? Did you have the Book-IT pin and the gold star stickers that earned a personal pan pizza? Now families can participate in an undated version of Pizza Hut Camp Book-IT with the summer reading program. The Pizza Hut Camp Book-IT … [Read more...] about Pizza Hut Camp Book-IT: Combining Pizza and Reading Fun!
PBJ & Jazz free kids concerts at Topiary Park
PBJ & Jazz Concert Series at Topiary Park is one of our favorite casual events to attend in the summer! These concerts entertain kids and get them interested in all types of music, while enjoying the amazing Topiary Park! PBJ & Jazz concerts are free 1-hour long interactive … [Read more...] about PBJ & Jazz free kids concerts at Topiary Park
Over 15 Free Summer Reading Programs in Columbus
Summer reading programs are a great incentive to keep kids reading during the Summer months. Students who read over the summer break tend to avoid the "Summer Slide", or Summer learning loss. Students should be reading at least 10-20 minutes each day, and adults should be reading to non-readers … [Read more...] about Over 15 Free Summer Reading Programs in Columbus
Free Summer Kids’ Series at Studio 35
Let's face it, summer in Ohio isn't always perfect. We bounce from rain to too hot to too chilly, sometimes in the same week. When the weather isn't what you want or the kids have become annoying, go to the movies! Studio 35 is showing FREE movies for the Summer Kids’ Series … [Read more...] about Free Summer Kids’ Series at Studio 35
Go Lunch! Free summer meals for kids
In an effort to curb food insecurity with kids in Franklin County, there are programs to provide free lunch for kids, and free produce to low income families. The Go, Lunch! Summer Food Program with Columbus Recreation and Parks' offers free, nutritionally balanced meals during the Summer months … [Read more...] about Go Lunch! Free summer meals for kids
Summer Reading Challenge at Columbus Metropolitan Library
Public libraries are a huge resource for free and cheap events and resources in any city, but the Columbus Metropolitan Library wants to reward everyone just for reading this summer. The Summer Reading Challenge runs from June 1 though July 31, 2023 to encourage people of all ages to read, from … [Read more...] about Summer Reading Challenge at Columbus Metropolitan Library
Free Movie Admission: From Book to Film at Gateway Film Center
Gateway Film Center and Columbus Metropolitan Library offers FREE movies with the beloved series, From Book to Film. Head to Gateway Film Center for FREE family-friendly movies every weekend through September. As part of the film center’s ongoing efforts to improve the central Ohio … [Read more...] about Free Movie Admission: From Book to Film at Gateway Film Center
13 weekends of summer fun in Columbus
There's so much going on in Columbus this summer that you'll want to plan ahead so you don't miss your favorite events. There are only so many weekends, so make sure you plan some summer fun in Columbus this year! Mark your calendars and check back often, as this list will update regularly … [Read more...] about 13 weekends of summer fun in Columbus
July 4th Fireworks, Parades, and Celebrations around Columbus
"The Land of the Free, and the Home of the Brave..." Celebrating the 4th of July is a big deal in Columbus! In addition to Red, White and Boom, which is one of the largest fireworks displays in the Midwest, there are so many July 4th celebrations, parades, and fireworks in Columbus in early … [Read more...] about July 4th Fireworks, Parades, and Celebrations around Columbus
Half Price Books Summer Reading Camp
Half Price Books is hosting Summer Reading Camp to encourage kids of all ages to keep up with reading during these summer months. Half Price Books Summer Reading Camp Sign up for HPB's Summer Reading Camp! Kids and their guardians can pick up their interactive reading log and … [Read more...] about Half Price Books Summer Reading Camp
Columbus Zoo and Zoombezi Bay 2 day discount
Cool off this summer and check out the amazing Zoo animals at Zoombezi Bay and the Columbus Zoo! Purchase a 2 day, 2 park combo admission to Zoombezi Bay and The Columbus Zoo and save a little money! Columbus Zoo and Zoombezi Bay 2 Day Tickets This package includes a one-day ticket … [Read more...] about Columbus Zoo and Zoombezi Bay 2 day discount
Grove City Outdoor Movie Series at The Naz
Grove City Outdoor Movie Nights are back for summer 2023 on Wednesdays at The Naz starting June 21. The Grove City Outdoor Movie Nights are shown through a partnership between the City of Grove City and The Naz Church. Movies are shown on a large screen behind the church, 4770 Hoover Road, at … [Read more...] about Grove City Outdoor Movie Series at The Naz