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
winter break
Virtual PBJ and Jazz Concert Series with Jazz Arts Group
The PBJ and Jazz Concert Series has returned for the 2020/2021 season of Jazz Academy’s concert series. The series is a little different this year, as concerts are virtual for now, but they hope to return to in-person events for the last part of the season in 2021. PBJ and Jazz concerts are … [Read more...] about Virtual PBJ and Jazz Concert Series with Jazz Arts Group
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 its the spring is almost here and you think you're out of time! It's never too late … [Read more...] about Free Fitness around Columbus during the Winter
Indoor and Outdoor Ice Skating in Columbus
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Ice skating is a favorite wintertime activity, and there are several options for ice skating in Columbus, whether you want to brave the outdoor cold on skating ponds, or stick to indoor ice skating rinks. Ice skate rental is not available at most outdoor skating rinks, and costs extra at indoor … [Read more...] about Indoor and Outdoor Ice Skating in Columbus
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
Take a romantic ride around the Town with Easton Winter Carriage Rides
Experience the lights and beauty of winter around Easton Town Center with horse-drawn carriage rides throughout Easton’s North District and Fenlon Square. The lights are still up at Easton, creating a magical scene (especially when there's snow!). It's a great option for a date, or even a special … [Read more...] about Take a romantic ride around the Town with Easton Winter Carriage Rides
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, in which students can earn prizes just by reading during … [Read more...] about Winter Reading Challenge with Columbus Metropolitan Library
Last chance to see Columbus Christmas lights displays, and a Google map to find them!
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. Driving around to see Christmas lights is going to be one of the safer … [Read more...] about Last chance to see Columbus Christmas lights displays, and a Google map to find them!
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
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
Skate Zone 71 Holiday and Winter Break Parties
With the cold and/or wet weather, it's harder to get the kids outside to run off energy. Head to Skate Zone 71 and let them skate off their energy. They offer skate sessions most days and have a bunch of holiday and winter break sessions with special guests, as well as other deals. Best … [Read more...] about Skate Zone 71 Holiday and Winter Break Parties
Hit the Slopes at Snow Trails Skiing and Snowboarding in Central Ohio
Snow Trails slopes are open for skiing and snowboarding! Now that it feels like winter, its time to think about skiing and snowboarding! Located in Mansfield, Ohio, Snow Trails is just a quick trip up Route 71 from Columbus – close enough to drive up in the evening or for a one day trip! Snow … [Read more...] about Hit the Slopes at Snow Trails Skiing and Snowboarding in Central Ohio
Free and Cheap Activities for Winter Break in Columbus
Despite all of the holiday fun and gifts over Christmas break, kids will still complain about being bored! With smaller gatherings and less places to go, it may be even more of a challenge to keep them entertained. There are plenty of free and cheap activities for winter break in Columbus, so plan … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Activities for Winter Break in Columbus
Free youth workshops with Microsoft held virtually
Kids can learn to code, create and play at free youth workshops with Microsoft stores! These free programs get kids of all ages coding games and apps, creating digital art, powering up their study skills - and they'll have so much fun they won't know they are learning. Stores aren't holding … [Read more...] about Free youth workshops with Microsoft held virtually
