Looking for something new and exciting for your kids to try? Kids can Try Hockey For Free with the Columbus Blue Jackets Get Out And Learn! Program (GOAL!). The Blue Jackets GOAL! program powered by Performance Columbus is designed for boys and girls, ages 5-9, with no prior hockey experience … [Read more...] about Kids can try Street Hockey for Free with CBJ Get Out And Learn! Program
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Discounted and Free Museum Days in Columbus
Exploring museums is the perfect blend of entertainment and education, and a great way to spend some time! Museum admission can be expensive, but some of the best museums in Columbus offer discounted or free museum days. There are even several great museums that are free all of the … [Read more...] about Discounted and Free Museum Days in Columbus
Fun Family Getaway: Comfort Inn Splash Harbor
Looking for a fun and inexpensive family getaway close to Columbus? Enjoy indoor waterpark fun for the price of a hotel room at Comfort Inn Splash Harbor in Bellville, about an hour from Columbus. With room rates starting around $100 depending on the season, it's an affordable trip that … [Read more...] about Fun Family Getaway: Comfort Inn Splash Harbor
Head to another reality with Dreamscape Immersive at AMC Easton
Take a little escape from reality with Dreamscape at Easton Town Center! It's like watching a virtual reality movie - but you're one of the stars! Dreamscape is back at AMC Easton, and the immersive, virtual reality entertainment company once again is transporting guests to faraway worlds. … [Read more...] about Head to another reality with Dreamscape Immersive at AMC Easton
Skate Around the Town at Easton Ice Rink
It definitely feels like winter right now, and you can Skate Around the Town at Easton Ice Rink during winter break! Grab your friends and family and head to the Easton Ice Rink to Skate Around the Town on the synthetic ice. From February 10 – 23, 2022, skaters can enjoy fun on the ice … [Read more...] about Skate Around the Town at Easton Ice Rink
Dublin Ice Rink at Riverside Crossing Park
The City of Dublin added a new, temporary ice rink to Riverside Crossing Park for winter fun in Dublin! The 3,200-square-foot rink is located in the lower plaza on the east side of the Dublin Link pedestrian bridge. This new ice rink differs from the Ice Rink at Coffman Park, which requires … [Read more...] about Dublin Ice Rink at Riverside Crossing Park
“Michelangelo: A Different View” at Columbus Convention Center
You may not have a chance to visit the Sistine Chapel anytime soon, but you can get a taste of the amazing art of Michelangelo in Columbus. "Michelangelo: A Different View" is a exhibition that displays Michelangelo’s world-famous work up close at the Columbus Convention Center from December 22, … [Read more...] about “Michelangelo: A Different View” at Columbus Convention Center
Grab your sled: Best Sledding hills in Columbus
It's snow time! Get the kids (or your friends) out of the house for some sledding this winter. These central Ohio parks have sledding hills of varying degrees - gentle and long, to fast and steep. Sledding counts as exercise (assuming you walk back up the hill), so you can get in a workout and … [Read more...] about Grab your sled: Best Sledding hills in Columbus
Free and Cheap Winter Fun in Columbus
There's so much to do in Columbus when the weather is nice, but the winter months seem to take forever, with a range of temps from cold to colder. There's still so much to do in the winter in Columbus, and plenty of it is free and cheap. Weekend Fun There's always plenty to do over the … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Winter Fun in Columbus
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, for which students can earn prizes just by reading during winter. CML … [Read more...] about Winter Reading Challenge with Columbus Metropolitan Library
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 15-16, 2022. 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
Willow Wood Event Park Winter Wonderland Walkthrough
Get out of the house and explore with family at Willow Wood Event Park in Johnstown, Ohio this winter break. As a follow-up to their Fall Fantasy Walkthrough, they are hosting the first annual Winter Wonderland Walkthrough. Willow Wood Event Park is an event and photography venue that … [Read more...] about Willow Wood Event Park Winter Wonderland Walkthrough
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
Butch Bando’s Holiday Fantasy of Lights and Santa’s House
Load the family into the car and enjoy Butch Bando's Holiday Fantasy of Lights at Alum Creek State Park Campgrounds from November 19, 2021 through January 2, 2022. 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 and Santa’s House
Free Fitness around Columbus during the Winter
Want to get in shape for warmer weather? 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 you didn't get started on January 1! It's never too late to start! Check out these … [Read more...] about Free Fitness around Columbus during the Winter