Figuring out how to entertain the kids for cheap during the summer isn't easy. Cinemark Movie Theatres are bringing back the Summer Movie Clubhouse for 8 weeks of fun family films from June 10 – August 14, 2024 These Summer Movies will be shown on select days at 10 am, and tickets are just … [Read more...] about Last Chance! Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse tickets just $1.75
Events for Families and Kids
Summer Jam West
Head to Westgate Park on July 13, 2024 for Summer Jam West with Hilltop Arts Collective. This free, family-friendly festival celebrates music and art, and will include live music, face painting, kids' art activities, food trucks, art sale and more. Summer Jam West is family-friendly, … [Read more...] about Summer Jam West
Free Commons for Kids on Fridays at Columbus Commons
Columbus Commons celebrates kids on Friday mornings from June 7-August 9, 2024 with Commons for Kids. We are so excited for these fun events to return this Summer! All activities and games are offered free of charge from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Fun at Commons for Kids Kids can enjoy the … [Read more...] about Free Commons for Kids on Fridays at Columbus Commons
BOGO Tuesdays at The Escape Game Columbus this Spring
The Escape Game Columbus at Easton Town Center is offering BOGO sale for admission on Tuesdays this Spring! BOGO Tuesdays at The Escape Game! From April 23rd - May 21st you can get Buy One, Get One Free Admission on Tuesdays! Use code BOGOTUE at check out! Book here. Games … [Read more...] about BOGO Tuesdays at The Escape Game Columbus this Spring
Celebrate all things Irish at the Annual Dublin Irish Festival
The annual Dublin Irish Festival returns as a full festival on August 2-4, 2024, so get that kilt out of your closet! Experience a three day celebration of all things Irish in Coffman Park with one of the country’s largest Irish Festival. Have a beverage or four, and enjoy food from … [Read more...] about Celebrate all things Irish at the Annual Dublin Irish Festival
All Ohio Balloon Fest in Marysville feat. Aaron Lewis and Jefferson Starship
The 2024 All Ohio Balloon Fest returns to Marysville at the Union County Airport from August 8-10, 2024. There will be over 15+ Hot Air Balloons in the sky, plus helicopter, plane, and balloon rides, live music, food, and beverage. And....concerts with Aaron Lewis and Jefferson Starship. All … [Read more...] about All Ohio Balloon Fest in Marysville feat. Aaron Lewis and Jefferson Starship
Grove City Summer Sizzle Concert Series
The Summer Sizzle Concert Series in Grove City kicks off May 24 and continues on most Fridays through September 27, 2024 from 7 pm - 8:30 pm. These open-air concerts in the Town Center are sponsored by the Grove City Parks and Recreation Department and feature live entertainment by some … [Read more...] about Grove City Summer Sizzle Concert Series
Brown @ 70 with Ohio Humanities
When Brown v. Board of Education was decided in 1954, making school segregation illegal across the United States, it changed everything—and nothing. Seventy years later, we explore the decision’s legacy and honor Ohio leaders in the civil rights movement. Join Ohio Humanities on Thursday, May … [Read more...] about Brown @ 70 with Ohio Humanities
Head outdoors for Easton Summer Movies from 1999
Easton Town Center Outdoor Movies are BACK for summer 2024, with movies from 1999! Read below for details and schedule. Bring a blanket and snacks for this outdoor movie series under the stars on Easton Town Square. Beginning at 6PM, enjoy family-fun activities and entertainment, then get … [Read more...] about Head outdoors for Easton Summer Movies from 1999
Summer bucket list of free and cheap fun for kids in Columbus
There's so much free and cheap fun for kids around Columbus in the summertime, and we've gathered a huge Summer Bucket List for Kids in Columbus for you to explore! Whether you want to enjoy the sun or avoid it, there are plenty of indoor and outdoor options to keep busy on the … [Read more...] about Summer bucket list of free and cheap fun for kids in Columbus
The Columbus Book Festival in Discovery District
Love reading, libraries, and everything books? Add The Columbus Book Festival to your summertime Columbus festival list! Columbus Book Festival Head downtown to the Discovery District for a two-day festival for all ages on July 13-15, 2024. You'll enjoy national and local authors, exhibitors, … [Read more...] about The Columbus Book Festival in Discovery District
The Bexley Main Event and Bexley Jazz in the Park
Get outside and enjoy free outdoor movies and music in Bexley this summer! The Bexley Main event features family-friendly movies under the stars at Main Street Lawn at Capital University. Bexley Jazz in the Park brings four different bands from the central Ohio region to Havenwood Park this … [Read more...] about The Bexley Main Event and Bexley Jazz in the Park
Tunes in the park at Goodale Park Music Series
Head to Goodale Park on select Sundays for free concerts in the park as a part of Goodale Park Music Series. This five-week, family-friendly event is free to attend and will feature local bands Paisha Thomas, The OG Players, The Whiles, Whitley Jean, and Largemouth Brass Band. The … [Read more...] about Tunes in the park at Goodale Park Music Series
World’s Largest Swimming Lesson and discount at Zoombezi Bay
Make sure your kids know how to swim so they can stay safe this summer! Kick start (or refresh) their swimming abilities with a giant swimming lesson at Zoombezi Bay. With summertime fun, comes sad news stories of kids drowning in pools and other bodies of water. Kids are going to … [Read more...] about World’s Largest Swimming Lesson and discount at Zoombezi Bay
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