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
Visiting Columbus
Holiday fun at Buckeye Lake
Buckeye Lake, just 30 minutes east of Columbus, is the optimal city-life escape for all things lake, land + leisure. From dining or shopping, to walking, biking, and watersports, there's something at Buckeye Lake for everyone! Buckeye Lake History The destination was once the go-to hub for … [Read more...] about Holiday fun at Buckeye Lake
Nativity at Cathedral Square (formerly State Auto Christmas Corner)
Since 1932, State Auto Insurance displayed the State Auto Christmas Corner and Life-Sized Nativity. In 2023, State Auto gifted the storied display to the Museum of Catholic Art and History. The nativity scene is recognized around the world for its beauty and attention to artistic and … [Read more...] about Nativity at Cathedral Square (formerly State Auto Christmas Corner)
Metro Parks Annual Winter Hike Series and Celebration
Get out and enjoy the fresh air in our beautiful metro parks this winter. Get healthy and enjoy the beautiful scenery around our metro parks with the Annual Winter Hike Series with Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks. For the 2024/2025 series, the hikes are not guided or … [Read more...] about Metro Parks Annual Winter Hike Series and Celebration
Annual Lighting of The Licking County Courthouse
Head to Newark on the day after Thanksgiving for the Annual Lighting of the Licking County Courthouse on Friday, November 29, 2024 at 6pm. The beautiful Licking County Courthouse looks AMAZING all lit up, and courthouse square is filled with larger than life Christmas displays. Enjoy … [Read more...] about Annual Lighting of The Licking County Courthouse
Take a festive ride around the Town with Easton Holiday Carriage Rides
Take a festive trip around Easton Town Center with Holiday Carriage Rides on the weekends after the Grand Illumination at Easton. Enjoy the holiday lights of Easton before or after your shopping or dining. Experience the lights and beauty of the holiday season around Easton Town Center … [Read more...] about Take a festive ride around the Town with Easton Holiday Carriage Rides
Wildlights Member Preview Night at Columbus Zoo
Wildlights is back at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium soon and you won't want to miss this spectacular holiday event powered by AEP Ohio. From Friday, November 21, 2025- Sunday, January 4, 2026, guests can check out the festivities at the Zoo featuring displays of millions of LED … [Read more...] about Wildlights Member Preview Night at Columbus Zoo
Christmas in Downtown Columbus features Wanderlights
Downtown Columbus comes alive during the holiday season with dazzling light displays and holiday fun! Check out these fun events for Christmas in Downtown Columbus! Wanderlights shines bright in Downtown Columbus DETAILS/DATES TBA for 2025 November 22 - February 16 Downtown Columbus is … [Read more...] about Christmas in Downtown Columbus features Wanderlights
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 21, 2025 - January 4, 2026, you can check out the Columbus Zoo Christmas lights and festivities featuring displays of … [Read more...] about Wildlights at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Haunted Attraction ZOMBIEzi Bay won’t return to Zoombezi Bay in 2024
ZOMBIEzi Bay will not return for 2024. But check out not-so-scary fun with Boo at the Zoo, and Oktoberfest at Zoombezi Bay. The ZOMBIEzi Bay haunted attraction, presented by Mtn Dew, features a wicked new world with four haunted houses, two scare zones, rides and plenty of sinister … [Read more...] about Haunted Attraction ZOMBIEzi Bay won’t return to Zoombezi Bay in 2024
FountainSide Fun at the Scioto Mile Fountains
FountainSide Fun is BACK at the fountains at Bicentennial Park along the beautiful Scioto Mile! After being closed for a period of time, the fountains are ON this summer, daily through September 2, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. For information about changes to Fountain hours or closures … [Read more...] about FountainSide Fun at the Scioto Mile Fountains
2024 MLS All Star Game at Lower.com Field, and concert with Marshmello and PinkPantheress. Â
Soccer fans in Columbus get something a little extra special to enjoy this Summer. The 2024 MLS All-Star Game is at Lower.com Field, home of the Columbus Crew, with a week of fun before the game from July 20- July 24, 2024. credit: MLSsoccer MLS All-Star Concert Don't miss this performance … [Read more...] about 2024 MLS All Star Game at Lower.com Field, and concert with Marshmello and PinkPantheress. Â
Explore Columbus on the Cheap
Welcome to Columbus on the Cheap! Please explore some of our most popular posts, and feel free to browse our website! List of free or cheap events this weekend in … [Read more...] about Explore Columbus on the Cheap
All about the upcoming solar eclipse in Columbus in April 2024
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It's coming....the day will go dark during the Total Solar Eclipse 2024 across North America - and Ohio is in the path of totality! We know it sounds early to make plans for this. But to travel or book rooms along the path of totality, you need to make plans sooner than later! 2024 … [Read more...] about All about the upcoming solar eclipse in Columbus in April 2024
Howl at the Moon Columbus (CLOSED)
Howl at the Moon in the Arena District in Columbus is CLOSED permanently. If you've never been to a dueling piano bar, you need to make plans to visit this fun venue. Howl at the Moon is perfect for birthday celebrations, bachelorette parties, or just a fun night out with … [Read more...] about Howl at the Moon Columbus (CLOSED)
