Enjoy one of the largest St. Patrick’s Day parties in Ohio with Flannagan’s St. Patrick's Bash (and my first St. Patrick's Day experience in Columbus decades ago!) On Saturday, March 15, 2025, doors open at noon for all day entertainment, green beer, food, and Irish fun in the … [Read more...] about Celebrate big at Flannagan’s St. Patrick’s Day Bash
Free scoops! Johnson’s Real Ice Cream celebrating new location & 75th anniversary!
Johnson’s Real Ice Cream is celebrating 75 years by opening 3 new Columbus-area locations, and giving away free scoops and treats through the year! Upcoming Openings Powell Home Road - Grand opening March 6 Powell Liberty Street – Opens April 2025 Pickerington – Opens May … [Read more...] about Free scoops! Johnson’s Real Ice Cream celebrating new location & 75th anniversary!
Overnight Summer Camps create lasting memories
Is your child ready for more of an immersive summer camp experience? Overnight summer camps can be SO MUCH FUN for youth! For many, it's the first time they are "on their own" without parents, though there are plenty of counselors to take care of your loves. There are a variety of overnight … [Read more...] about Overnight Summer Camps create lasting memories
Fun movie series and more at The Strand Theatre in Delaware, Ohio
Nestled in the heart of Delaware, Ohio, near the campus of Ohio Wesleyan University, The Strand Theatre is the 10th longest-operating movie theaters in the United States. Open since 1916, it's one to the few remaining independent movie theaters showing first-run films, along with community … [Read more...] about Fun movie series and more at The Strand Theatre in Delaware, Ohio
Book sales and Book events for Literary Lovers
Bookworms, unite! If you live for libraries, collect more books than you'll every read, or dabble in writing yourself, you probably LOVE literary events and book sales. From book clubs, author talks, workshops, literary festivals, and the ever-popular book sales, you cannot get enough of the … [Read more...] about Book sales and Book events for Literary Lovers
AMC Theatres: Fan Faves discount, and more deals
Want to go to the movies? AMC Theatres has special deals to make your movie-going experience fun and more affordable! AMC Deals and Event Cinema $7 Fan Faves at AMC AMC offers a selection of fan fave films for just $7+tax every day. Experience movies the way they were meant to be seen! Check … [Read more...] about AMC Theatres: Fan Faves discount, and more deals
Sunday Swim at Upper Arlington High School Natatorium
On Sundays you can go swimming at Upper Arlington High School Natatorium! Swimming is an excellent low-impact activity year round. The popular Sunday Swim program has returned from September 10, 2024 - May 12, 2025 from 1-3 pm. The pool is not available during school breaks and other select … [Read more...] about Sunday Swim at Upper Arlington High School Natatorium
Try these seasonal drinks on the Gahanna Herbal Cocktail Trail
It's time to enjoy seasonal cocktails in Gahanna! The Herb Capital of Ohio is Gahanna, and local restaurants, pubs, and distilleries have created some special herbal-based recipes for the Gahanna Herbal Cocktail Trail perfect for Fall and Winter! Grab a Herbal Cocktail Trail from Visit … [Read more...] about Try these seasonal drinks on the Gahanna Herbal Cocktail Trail
Happy St. Patrick’s Day for families, plus cute crafts!
Looking for something to do this week for St. Patrick's Day for families? Check out these options and don't forget to wear your green! Events start now, so you can enjoy over a week of Irish festivities. https://www.columbusonthecheap.com/st-patricks-day-in-columbus/ The Irish Fairy … [Read more...] about Happy St. Patrick’s Day for families, plus cute crafts!
Junior League of Columbus: ElevateHER
The Junior League of Columbus is an amazing organization that develops the potential of women through community impact, volunteerism, and leadership development. The JLC organizes fundraising and community projects, such as Bridging the G.A.P. (Guide, Advocate, Provide) which supports … [Read more...] about Junior League of Columbus: ElevateHER
Run or Walk – 5k Races in Columbus for 2025
Race entry frees aren't exactly cheap, but registering for races helps people stay accountable with a healthy lifestyle and exercise routine. Being healthy IS frugal. Find races in Columbus that support causes close to your heart, or that have the best swag bag! Running in the USA already has 70+ … [Read more...] about Run or Walk – 5k Races in Columbus for 2025
Mark Dempsey Memorial International Irish Triathlon at Shamrock Club
Mark Dempsey Memorial International Irish Triathlon is Saturday, February 22, 2025 at Shamrock Club. The Irish Triathlon consists of horseshoes, darts, and cornhole in competition for the least amount of total throws. Cornhole and horseshoes will be thrown outdoors. If you wear a … [Read more...] about Mark Dempsey Memorial International Irish Triathlon at Shamrock Club
Ohio History Center: The Tea Room, Presidents Day, and more
Ohio History Center and Ohio Village are the perfect places to visit for some historical fun in Columbus. Ohio Village is a full-scale 1890's village, with characters ready to tell you about life in the 1890's as you explore the buildings, homes, and participate in traditional activities. … [Read more...] about Ohio History Center: The Tea Room, Presidents Day, and more
Maple Syrup tours and events in Columbus
Maple trees are truly a hero in the tree world. They provide shade in the hot weather, beautiful leaves in the fall, and when winter seems like it'll never end, they can be tapped for their sap. The sap is boiled down to produce maple syrup, and then it's pancake time! Who would think … [Read more...] about Maple Syrup tours and events in Columbus
Sweetest Trail in Ohio: Butler County Donut Trail
You've heard of bar crawls, wine trails, coffee crawls, and other treks for goodness, but here's one you don't want to miss. Butler County is home to the popular Donut Trail in Ohio. The Butler County Donut Trail features 10 family-owned businesses with hundreds of years of combined … [Read more...] about Sweetest Trail in Ohio: Butler County Donut Trail