Visit Dublin and OhioHealth launched the Dublin Park Pass to help users explore parks throughout Dublin. The free, digital pass leads users through Dublin’s 60+ parks to discover public art, hidden gems, historic sites and more. Sign up to find out about Dublin’s park amenities that … [Read more...] about Explore Dublin with the Dublin Park Pass for a chance of prizes
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Wands and Wizards Weekend in Fairfield County
Just 35 minutes outside of Columbus, Wands and Wizards is a weekend-long appreciation of the wizarding world filled with activities the whole family will enjoy. Wands and Wizards Weekend Wands and Wizards Weekend—every Muggle’s dream event—is returning to Fairfield County from August … [Read more...] about Wands and Wizards Weekend in Fairfield County
ProMusica Summer Outdoor Music Series
ProMusica is back with a 3 day festival of outdoor music! ProMusica Summer Music Series brings three different performances to two different venues. The Summer Music Series includes three programs as the orchestra returns to Franklin Park Conservatory & Botanical Gardens and … [Read more...] about ProMusica Summer Outdoor Music Series
14 Sunflower Fields in Central Ohio
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 … [Read more...] about 14 Sunflower Fields in Central Ohio
Free and cheap family activities to beat the heat
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
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
Goodale Park Screen on the Green Outdoor Movies
The annual Screen on the Green movie series is at Goodale Park on the third Friday of July, August, and September. This free outdoor movie series, presented by the Short North Civic Association, will be held at the southwest corner at the softball field. All movies begin at sundown … [Read more...] about Goodale Park Screen on the Green Outdoor Movies
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!
Free fun on the Scioto Mile: concerts, happy hour, kayaking, and more
There's always so much fun planned at The Scioto Mile! Summer Fun on the Scioto runs through fall and include free events ranging from musical performances, happy hours, and kayaking, to silent discos, dance classes, yoga, and more. Located in the heart of Downtown Columbus, the Scioto Mile is an … [Read more...] about Free fun on the Scioto Mile: concerts, happy hour, kayaking, and more
Visit the Hartford Fair: “The Biggest Little Fair in the World”
Ohio LOVES fairs, and if you haven't visited the Hartford Fair before, put it on the calendar for this year for August 4-10, 2024. Located in Croton, just north of Johnstown, the Hartford Fair is only 30-40 minutes from much of Columbus. The first Hartford Fair was in 1858, and in all of … [Read more...] about Visit the Hartford Fair: “The Biggest Little Fair in the World”
Summer Jam West
Head to Westgate Park on July 8-9, 2023 for Summer Jam West with Hilltop Arts Collective. This free, family-friendly festival celebrates music and art, and will include live music, face painting, kids' art activities, food trucks, art sale and more. Summer Jam West is family-friendly, … [Read more...] about Summer Jam West
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
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