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
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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
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
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 at Easton Town Center Dreamscape is back at AMC Easton, and the immersive, virtual reality entertainment company once again is … [Read more...] about Head to another reality with Dreamscape Immersive at AMC Easton
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 natural outdoor skating rinks, and may cost extra … [Read more...] about Indoor and Outdoor Ice Skating in Columbus
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, a Terrain Park, 20 trails, and Bubly, Ohio's Largest Tubing Park with … [Read more...] about Snow Fun: Skiing, Snowboarding, and Tubing at Mad River Mountain
Ice Skating in Dublin at the Dublin Ice Rink at Riverside Crossing Park
The City of Dublin brought back the 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 Ice Skating in Dublin at the Dublin Ice Rink at Riverside Crossing Park
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 may … [Read more...] about Merry Christmas from Columbus on the Cheap
OSU Chadwick Arboretum Winter Solstice Labyrinth Walk
The OSU Chadwick Arboretum & Learning Gardens celebrates midwinter with the Winter Solstice Labyrinth Walk. Start your solstice celebration with a tour of the Chadwick Arboretum Conifer Collection before joining the annual Winter Solstice Labyrinth Walk! Enjoy an open fire, … [Read more...] about OSU Chadwick Arboretum Winter Solstice Labyrinth Walk
Free and Cheap Activities for Winter Break in Columbus
In addition to all of the holiday fun and family gatherings over Christmas break, you'll probably encounter bored kids or will just need to get out of the house. There are plenty of free and cheap activities for winter break in Columbus, so plan ahead to keep the kids from complaining. This … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Activities for Winter Break in Columbus
Roll in 2023 at AMF New Year’s Eve Bowling Parties
Looking for a different way to spend New Years Eve or New Year's Day with friends or family? Go bowling! AMF New Year's Eve Bowling Parties are a perfect way celebrate the New Year. New Year's Eve Bowling Parties at AMF AMF Centers offer three options for celebrating at the lanes with special … [Read more...] about Roll in 2023 at AMF New Year’s Eve Bowling Parties
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 14-15, 2023. Surprise the train lover in your family with tickets! You'll find tables of trains for sale, exhibitors from around the country, Model Train displays, and a Thomas the … [Read more...] about Train Lovers: Don’t miss the Great Train Show
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
Celebrate with the Critters with Breakfast with Santa Paws at Ohio Wildlife Center
Animals deserve a Christmas too! Get the kids out of the house and celebrate the holiday season to celebrate with the critters with Breakfast with Santa Paws at the Ohio Wildlife Center. This is a favorite annual event, and a chance to help the animals while you have a little … [Read more...] about Celebrate with the Critters with Breakfast with Santa Paws at Ohio Wildlife Center
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 winter! Don't slack off just because it's not January 1st! It's never too early or late to start! Check out these … [Read more...] about Free Fitness around Columbus during the Winter
