Prom is a core experience for many high school students, but not all families can afford to purchase a prom dress. Fairy Goodmothers helps high school students find their dream prom dress for free during three weekends in February and March 2026. Not in need of a prom dress? Find out how … [Read more...] about Free Prom Dresses for students with Fairy Goodmothers
Youth events and camps
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 hosts 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
Get tech savvy: Free Apple Workshops
Learn how to get the most out of your Mac, iPad, iPhone, Apple Watch, or iPod at Free Apple Workshops through Apple Stores. Some workshops are now held in-person at the Apple store. Others are virtual, so you can learn from home (and stay in your pajamas). If you're new to Apple technology or … [Read more...] about Get tech savvy: Free Apple Workshops
Thurber House Tours, Book Bar Mixer and more
Thurber House is a nonprofit literary arts center that serves as an educational gathering place for readers, writers, and artists from all over the world. Since 1984, Thurber House and the Thurber Center next door have held author events, creative programming, writing workshops for kids … [Read more...] about Thurber House Tours, Book Bar Mixer and more
Teen Night and other teen activities at Westerville Community Center
Teens ages 11-14 can start their weekend in good company at the Teen Night at Westerville Community Center. For more information call (614) 901-6543. Teen Night at Westerville Community Center dates Teens will have access to the gymnasium, climbing wall, eSports, pool, and adventure fitness … [Read more...] about Teen Night and other teen activities at Westerville Community Center
Free Columbus Blue Jackets student ticket offer for Student Achievers
The Columbus Blue Jackets Student Achievers celebrates high performing and improving students for their academic accomplishments with free tickets to a Blue Jackets game! What makes this offer so inclusive is that it only requires that a student improves by one grade letter, without a … [Read more...] about Free Columbus Blue Jackets student ticket offer for Student Achievers
KidsLinked.com’s Columbus STEM & Arts Expo (Nov 2)
Get out of the house this weekend for a free fun learning event with the KidsLinked.com's Columbus STEM & Arts Expo on Sunday, November 2, 2025 from 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. at Polaris Fashion Place. The STEM & Arts expo is your families resource fair to find neat things to help … [Read more...] about KidsLinked.com’s Columbus STEM & Arts Expo (Nov 2)
KidsLinked’s Powell KidsFest and Bubble Run
Don't miss the KidsLinked’s Powell KidsFest on Saturday, August 9, 2025. The free family festival is from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Guardian Academy. The Powell Back to School Bash has the free school supplies, bounce park, games, balloon artist, airbrush tattoos, shopping, classes, family … [Read more...] about KidsLinked’s Powell KidsFest and Bubble Run
Back to school deals and events for Columbus and Central Ohio
Even though it feels like summer shouldn't be ending soon, it's close to back to school time for Central Ohio students! Scour the sales, get your shopping done, and make sure you finish the summer with some FUN! We've gathered the best back to school deals and events below, as well as some … [Read more...] about Back to school deals and events for Columbus and Central Ohio
Free Summer Camps and Vacation Bible Schools
Summer is the perfect time for kids to embark on exciting adventures, make new friends, and create lasting memories at free summer camps. Free summer camps and Vacation Bible Schools offer incredible opportunities for children to engage in fun activities and learn valuable skills, while … [Read more...] about Free Summer Camps and Vacation Bible Schools
Hands-on History: Little Historians at the Ohio History Center
The Ohio History Center is getting the kids involved with Hands-on History: Little Historians at the Ohio History Center, geared toward kids ages 3-6. A historian is curious and never stops learning. Historians use hands-on experiences and new information to draw conclusions. It's … [Read more...] about Hands-on History: Little Historians at the Ohio History Center
STEM Club at Acton Academy
Is your child interested in building things? Do they enjoy working with their hands and engaging in project-based learning? The Acton Academy Sunday STEM club is for all children ages 5-11 interested in getting their hands dirty and learning about STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math). … [Read more...] about STEM Club at Acton Academy
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
Free Prom Dress Giveaway at Pickerington Public Library
Pickerington Public Library is helping to make prom special for teens this year with a FREE prom dress giveaway! This one-day-only event in partnership with Fairy Goodmothers is a mini version of their Cinderella’s Closet Boutique experience. Fairy Goodmothers donated 500 dresses in various … [Read more...] about Free Prom Dress Giveaway at Pickerington Public Library
Team Buckeye ‘Posing for Pelotonia’ Camp
Do your kids love Brutus Buckeye? Youth ages 5-15 can enjoy camp with Brutus at Team Buckeye Posing for Pelotonia Camp on July 31, 2021! It's the perfect way to wrap up the Summer and get excited for Buckeye Football! For the first time EVER, Brutus Buckeye is opening up his home to … [Read more...] about Team Buckeye ‘Posing for Pelotonia’ Camp
