Bring the kids to a Home Depot Free Kids Workshop for children ages 5 – 12 on the first Saturday of each month and other select days between 9 a.m. and noon. These how-to clinics aim to teach kids how to create useful and educational projects, while emphasizing tool safety. All supplies … [Read more...] about Home Depot Free Kids Workshop
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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 … [Read more...] about Hoot Family Film Series for families
Adult Nights at LEGOLAND Discovery Center
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Columbus has become a premier Columbus attraction since it opened in the fall. But it's not always just for kids! Grab some fellow adults and have a blast during Adult Nights at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Columbus on the 1st Thursday of each month where LEGO fans ages 18+ … [Read more...] about Adult Nights at LEGOLAND Discovery Center
Free Sundays and other discounts at Columbus Museum of Art
Take a Sunday to appreciate art at Columbus Museum of Art during Free Sundays at CMA, open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. The free admission also includes all exhibitions, as well as The Wonder Room for families, Big Idea Gallery, and much more during free Sundays at CMA. … [Read more...] about Free Sundays and other discounts at Columbus Museum of Art
AMC Sensory Friendly Films
AMC Theatres has come up with a way for those living with an autism spectrum disorder to enjoy a trip to the movies. AMC Sensory Friendly Films are geared towards enjoying an outing to the theatre in a safe and accepting environment. The theatres will have the lights up, … [Read more...] about AMC Sensory Friendly Films
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 for Family Friday Nights is $15 for adults and $10 for youth from 5 … [Read more...] about Reduced admission with COSI Family Friday Nights
Winter Reading Challenge with Columbus Metropolitan Library
There are plenty of summer reading programs in Columbus, but cold and snowy weather in winter is a perfect reason for students to keep up with reading. Columbus Metropolitan Library is holding the Winter Reading Challenge, in which students can earn prizes just by reading during … [Read more...] about Winter Reading Challenge with Columbus Metropolitan Library
Free crafts for kids at Lakeshore Learning
Every Saturday from 11am - 3pm, Lakeshore Learning Store offers FREE crafts for kids for ages 3 and up at all locations! Get the kids out of the house and let them be creative (while someone else deals with the mess). Free Lakeshore Learning Kids Crafts Calendar January 4: Dancing … [Read more...] about Free crafts for kids at Lakeshore Learning
Free Fitness around Columbus during the Winter
Planning to make a fitness resolution for the new year? Working out can be expensive if you join a gym, but there are plenty of cheap or free fitness opportunities around Columbus throughout the week. Don't slack off just because its the middle of winter! Check out these 10 free or cheap … [Read more...] about Free Fitness around Columbus during the Winter
Snow Fun: Skiing, Snowboarding, and Tubing at Mad River Mountain
Skiing, snowboard, and tubing season is here, and we are lucky enough to have a great place to go that's less than 1 hour from Columbus! Mad River Mountain is located just Northwest of Columbus, and features 144 skiable acres, 4 Terrain Parks, and Avalanche Park, Ohio's Largest Tubing Park with ten … [Read more...] about Snow Fun: Skiing, Snowboarding, and Tubing at Mad River Mountain
Train Lovers: Don’t miss the Great Train Show
If trains are a beloved hobby in your family, don't miss the Great Train Show at the Ohio Expo Center on January 4-5, 2020. You'll find tables of trains for sale, exhibitors from around the country, Model Train displays, and a Thomas the Train riding train for kids, plus door prize … [Read more...] about Train Lovers: Don’t miss the Great Train Show
Free Admission to Columbus Zoo for First Responders and Public Safety Officials
The Columbus Zoo is honoring those who protect our communities (and their guests) with free admission at the Columbus Zoo for First Responders and Public Safety Appreciation Days from December 26, 2019 - January 5, 2020! It's a great time to visit the Zoo and check out the Wildlights, as the crowds … [Read more...] about Free Admission to Columbus Zoo for First Responders and Public Safety Officials
Merry Christmas from Columbus on the Cheap
Merry Christmas to our amazing readers! I hope you are having an wonderful holiday season and have been able to enjoy some of the events and activities we've shared. There's still time to enjoy some holiday and winter break fun, so I wanted to leave you some links that you … [Read more...] about Merry Christmas from Columbus on the Cheap
Free and cheap things to do with guests over Christmas in Columbus
If you're hosting overnight guests over Christmas, make sure you show them some gems in our city! Here are some FREE and cheap ways to keep them entertained, and give them a taste of Cbus. Don’t miss any upcoming deals by subscribing to Columbus on the Cheap’s daily emails, and … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do with guests over Christmas in Columbus
The best Columbus Christmas lights displays
Columbus LOVES Christmas lights! From free but amazing neighborhood displays, to immersive paid Christmas lights experiences, you'll find plenty of holiday joy around the city with the best Christmas lights in Columbus. Want us to highlight your event or give it a prime spot at the top of … [Read more...] about The best Columbus Christmas lights displays
