The Martin Luther King Jr. Performing and Cultural Arts Complex connects community through the arts. The King Arts complex hosts many cultural and educational activities, and community events in the King-Lincoln District on the near East side. The Center aims to educate and celebrate the … [Read more...] about MLK Open House, Tuesday Tea, and Aminah Day with King Arts Complex
Events for Adults
H.O.P.E Low Cost Vaccine Clinics for dogs
The H.O.P.E. (Helping Others Prevent Euthanasia) low cost vaccine clinics offer $10 canine vaccinations. The vaccine clinics are held monthly around the Central Ohio area thanks to the mobile Rascal Animal Unit with sponsorship by COPS. Bordetella, Distemper/Parvo combo (DHLPP) and Rabies … [Read more...] about H.O.P.E Low Cost Vaccine Clinics for dogs
Black History Month events in Columbus
February is Black History Month, and there are lots of events and activities honoring the significance and celebrating the achievements by Black Americans in U.S. history. 2024 Black History Month Pioneers of African American Cinema at Gateway Film Center This winter, watch a collection of … [Read more...] about Black History Month events in Columbus
Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Columbus
Looking for something to do to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, January 15, 2024? See our list of things to do on Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Columbus. The first section contains specific events in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr., and the following section contains … [Read more...] about Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Columbus
The Log Home & Timber Frame Show comes to Columbus
Thinking about building a cute cabin in the woods? Or maybe a big, beautiful lakeside home? Get all of the details you'll need at The Log Home & Timber Frame Show on February 2-4, 2024 at The Ohio Expo Center. Meet face-to-face with log and timber frame home builders, and … [Read more...] about The Log Home & Timber Frame Show comes to Columbus
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
Planetariums and Astronomy: Celestial events and best places to see the stars
Sometimes it's nice to take your gaze from your glowing screen to the glowing night sky instead. There are celestial events, full moons, meteor showers, and other wonders of astronomy to enjoy. Whether you're serious about astronomy or just love gazing up at the stars and the moon, there's no … [Read more...] about Planetariums and Astronomy: Celestial events and best places to see the stars
Watershed Distillery Tours
Watershed Distillery has been producing small batches of artisan-quality spirits in Columbus since 2010. Watershed makes a variety of spirits, including an award-winning family of gins. All Watershed spirits are available to taste and purchase at the bottle shop located on site at the distillery … [Read more...] about Watershed Distillery Tours
Enjoy a live performance with Eclipse Theatre Company
Eclipse Theatre Company is dedicated to the mission to bring to Columbus plays rarely performed in our area.​ Founded in 2016 by Kathy Sturm, Jim McCullough and Greg Smith, longtime participants in the Central Ohio theatre community, Eclipse started producing shows that first … [Read more...] about Enjoy a live performance with Eclipse Theatre Company
Columbus Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Ohio
Can you brave the icy cold water in the middle of an Ohio winter? Jump right in at the The Polar Plunge at Lower.com Field Plaza on Saturday, February 28, 2025 starting at 9:30 a.m. Hundreds of participating Plungers will jump into a freezing pool of water to raise money for Special … [Read more...] about Columbus Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Ohio
“Will Tube for Food” at Snow Trails: $5 off tickets with food drive
Bundle up and ride the tubes for a good cause at the Annual “Will Tube For Food” event on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. at Snow Trails Vertical Descent Tubing Park. Tickets for Will Tube for Food Buy a two hour Snow Tubing Ticket and bring at least one non-perishable food … [Read more...] about “Will Tube for Food” at Snow Trails: $5 off tickets with food drive
Winter Festivals in Columbus and throughout Ohio
I know...Ohio is cold in the winter. But that doesn't mean we should stay holed up inside, not emerging until Spring like Punxsutawney Phil. There are too many winter festivals in Columbus to enjoy! Bundle up and enjoy fun things to do around the city, including both indoor and outdoor … [Read more...] about Winter Festivals in Columbus and throughout Ohio
Buckeye Lake Winterfest and Polar Plunge
Take a drive out of the city to Buckeye Lake Winterfest on Saturday, January 25, 2025. There are so many fun local businesses to explore around Buckeye Lake - even in the winter! Watch Benny the Bass predict Spring to kick off Buckeye Lake Winterfest Get there early to see Benny the Bass … [Read more...] about Buckeye Lake Winterfest and Polar Plunge
Franklin Park Conservatory Wedding Showcase
Did you get engaged over the holidays? Check out one of Central Ohio’s most popular and elegant wedding venues at the Franklin Park Conservatory Wedding Showcase. After being cancelled for a few years, the wedding showcase is back at Franklin Park Conservatory on Friday, January 26, … [Read more...] about Franklin Park Conservatory Wedding Showcase
Restaurants with Igloos for outdoor dining in Columbus
One good thing came from the year we shall not mention... outdoor dining in winter with igloos! In order to allow customers to dine outside - safely - in winter in Ohio, restaurants around Central Ohio came up with creative outdoor dining experiences. These private outdoor dining igloos allow … [Read more...] about Restaurants with Igloos for outdoor dining in Columbus
