Not everyone wants to or can spend hours in the kitchen cooking a Thanksgiving meal. If that describes you, consider ordering a fully cooked Thanksgiving meal to go from a grocery store or restaurant. You'll avoid crowded restaurants, and you can spend more time with your family, … [Read more...] about Order your Thanksgiving Meal To Go
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Restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Columbus (and to-go options)
Thanksgiving can be stressful. Not everyone wants to (or can) spend hours in the kitchen making Thanksgiving. If you're looking to dine out for Thanksgiving (or carry out), the following restaurants are open on Thanksgiving Day around Columbus in 2026. There are also many options for heat and … [Read more...] about Restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Columbus (and to-go options)
Butch Bando’s Holiday Fantasy of Lights
Load the family into the car and enjoy Butch Bando's Holiday Fantasy of Lights at Alum Creek State Park Campgrounds from November 20, 2026 through January 3, 2027. The drive-thru light show features 3 miles of magical twinkling light displays that will amaze all ages from the comfort of your … [Read more...] about Butch Bando’s Holiday Fantasy of Lights
Wildlights at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Wildlights is back at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium this year as a fantastic holiday tradition, and you won't want to miss this event powered by AEP Ohio. From November 20, 2026 - January 3, 2027, you can check out the Columbus Zoo Christmas lights and festivities featuring displays of … [Read more...] about Wildlights at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Free Thanksgiving meal from Ibotta after cash back
Some stores offer free or greatly discounted Thanksgiving turkeys. Ibotta steps it up and offers the whole Thanksgiving dinner for free! For the third year, Ibotta is offering its “Free Thanksgiving Dinner” program in an effort to feed millions of families for less this Thanksgiving. The … [Read more...] about Free Thanksgiving meal from Ibotta after cash back
Magic of Lights drive through experience at the Historic Crew Stadium
Not returning for 2023 The Historic Crew Stadium is aglow with holiday lights for the Magic of Lights drive through experience from Nov. 23rd - Jan. 1st, 2023. You'll drive through more than a mile of spectacular light displays with your favorite holiday scenes and characters. Don’t miss … [Read more...] about Magic of Lights drive through experience at the Historic Crew Stadium
Catch some wild turkeys with the Dublin Turkey Park Hunt
It's November, so it's time to catch some turkeys! There are some goofy gobblers on the loose in Darree Fields in Dublin, and your family can help find them all during the Turkey Park Hunt. Head over to Darree Fields during daylight hours, and help track down the turkeys in the … [Read more...] about Catch some wild turkeys with the Dublin Turkey Park Hunt
Experience the Dino and Dragon Stroll in Columbus
Skip the shopping this weekend and go check out some dinos and dragons instead! The Dino & Dragon Stroll is coming to the Greater Columbus Convention Center on November 27-28, 2021, and your kids will want to check out this unique experience. Get up and close with life-like and … [Read more...] about Experience the Dino and Dragon Stroll in Columbus
The best Thanksgiving turkey sales in Columbus
With many families having smaller Thanksgiving gatherings this year, more people will be buying turkeys to make for their own family (possibly for the first time ever!). Fortunately, many stores have great Thanksgiving turkey sales in November, so you'll be able to make an affordable Thanksgiving … [Read more...] about The best Thanksgiving turkey sales in Columbus
Watch “A Charlie Brown Christmas” specials for free
Don't despair about your favorite Charlie Brown Holiday specials leaving network TV. You will still be able to watch these beloved holiday shows - for free - for a limited time! Apple TV+ Charlie Brown Deal A new deal with Peanuts Worldwide, Lee Mendelson Film Productions, Wildbrain, and Apple … [Read more...] about Watch “A Charlie Brown Christmas” specials for free
Family Holiday events at Slate Run Farm
Programs at Slate Run Historical Farm and other Metro Parks are cancelled for 2020. Slate Run Historical Farm is hosting FREE family-friendly holiday events at the farm through November and December. These fun activities will get you out of the house and in the holiday spirit as you … [Read more...] about Family Holiday events at Slate Run Farm
Short North Small Business Weekend
Shop local for Small Business Weekend in the Short North! Whether you’re looking for presents or treating yourself, the District’s galleries, shops, boutiques, restaurants, and salons are home to a plethora of perfect gifts including art, decor, accessories, clothing, and … [Read more...] about Short North Small Business Weekend
