Enjoy spring at one of 400+ National Parks during National Park Week, April 20-28, 2024. You’ll enjoy free admission on April 20, 2024, so plan your trip to visit one of these great parks! Many National Parks are just a car ride away. You can plan your visit by what you want to do, or … [Read more...] about Free admission and events for National Park Week
Events for Adults
Hilltop Spring Jamboree celebrates Spring and Music
The Hilltop Spring Jamboree is a free and family-friendly event on Saturday, May 11, 2024, from 1pm-7pm. Attendees will enjoy live music all day, an instrument petting zoo, and other artmaking activities. Music and arts organizations from around the city will be on hand to share more … [Read more...] about Hilltop Spring Jamboree celebrates Spring and Music
North Market Apron Gala
The North Market Apron Gala is Friday, May 17, 2024, from 7-10 p.m. This annual fundraiser for the North Market Development Authority will showcase music, drinks and a fun three-course dining experience while strolling through the city’s historic market. Browse around the market and eat … [Read more...] about North Market Apron Gala
Outdoor Public Pools in Columbus and Central Ohio
Sometimes it's just too hot to be outside without being in a pool. If you don't have a friend or family member to visit with a pool, head to one of these public pools in Columbus to cool off. Check out the full list of public pools that are open around Central Ohio, and offer day … [Read more...] about Outdoor Public Pools in Columbus and Central Ohio
Dawes Arboretum Arbor Day Festival and Spring Plant Sale
The Dawes Arboretum Spring Plant Sale and Arbor Day Festival is Saturday, April 27, 2024 from 10am – 2pm. Admission is free all day thanks to presenting sponsor Park National Bank! Celebrate all things trees with hands-on activities, a tree giveaway (while supplies last), tree climbing, music and … [Read more...] about Dawes Arboretum Arbor Day Festival and Spring Plant Sale
Chadwick Arboretum Spring Plant Sale
Chadwick Arboretum is back with the Spring Plant Sale in 2024! They will be selling over 10,000 plants during the annual Spring Plant Sale fundraiser from Thursday, May 9 - Saturday May 11, 2024. Chadwick Arboretum Spring Plant Sale Choose from over 650 varieties of uncommon plants … [Read more...] about Chadwick Arboretum Spring Plant Sale
New Albany Earth Day to Arbor Day events
The City of New Albany celebrates our planet with events from Earth Day to Arbor Day from April 21-27, 2024. Activities include a variety of activities for everyone who wants to help make our community greener. New Albany Earth Day to Arbor Day events Compost Storytime Sunday, … [Read more...] about New Albany Earth Day to Arbor Day events
Merion Village Community Yard Sale
The Merion Village Community Yard Sale is held each year on the first Saturdays in May and October. The map of all of the registered sales will be published on this page one week prior. Merion Village Community Yard Sale Details The spring sale is Saturday, May 3, 2025 The Fall sale … [Read more...] about Merion Village Community Yard Sale
PetPromise Rescue Run and Walk 2024
Be like Bob Barker and help promote awareness of pet overpopulation and support efforts to change the future for homeless pets by participating in the annual PetPromise Rescue Run/Walk. The event is held Memorial Day weekend at McFerson Commons Park in the Arena District in … [Read more...] about PetPromise Rescue Run and Walk 2024
Nature walks and scenic hiking trails in Columbus
Get out and enjoy some fresh air at scenic hiking trails in Columbus and Central Ohio! Whether you are novice or expert - or somewhere in between - it's always nice to explore different parks or trails. Check them out at different times throughout the year to see how the scenery changes with the … [Read more...] about Nature walks and scenic hiking trails in Columbus
Annual Ride of Silence Columbus with Yay Bikes
Join cyclists in a short, slow and silent processional through Columbus in honor of those who have been injured or killed while cycling on public roadways with the annual Ride of Silence on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 with YAY Bikes. Riders will be participating in cities worldwide for … [Read more...] about Annual Ride of Silence Columbus with Yay Bikes
Nationwide Picnic with the Pops at Columbus Commons 2024 season
Nationwide Picnic with the Pops is coming back to Columbus Commons in Summer 2024. The full schedule hasn't been released yet, but we will update as they are! Enjoy the ultimate picnic with acclaimed artists and the Columbus Symphony Orchestra this summer with The Nationwide Picnic with the Pops … [Read more...] about Nationwide Picnic with the Pops at Columbus Commons 2024 season
PetPeople Puppypalooza with the Columbus Clippers
Puppies and baseball are a few of America's favorite things. The Columbus Clippers brings together again for Pet People Puppypalooza events at Huntington Park this season. Seating during the Event will be sections 22, 23, 24, 25 along the left-field line. The area immediately behind these … [Read more...] about PetPeople Puppypalooza with the Columbus Clippers
New after-hours experience at the Columbus Zoo: UNEXTINCT
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is unveiling a brand-new, exciting after-hours event with UNEXTINCT. Embark on an immersive nighttime journey of light and sound amongst awe-inspiring illusions that shed light on the critical need for wildlife conservation. Columbus … [Read more...] about New after-hours experience at the Columbus Zoo: UNEXTINCT
Columbus Underground Urban Living Tour
Want to see what's like to live in the downtown Columbus? Have you driven by new and renovated homes and apartments in Columbus and wondered what they look like inside? The Urban Living Tour organized by Columbus Underground is the perfect chance to get a glance at city living. Urban Living … [Read more...] about Columbus Underground Urban Living Tour