“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” – Dr. Seuss Story times were one of my favorite things to do to get out of the house with my kids. They learned so many songs and games at story times, and gave them some playtime with other … [Read more...] about Reading Fun: Story times in Columbus
Events for Families and Kids
Celebrate Father’s Day in Columbus
Dear ole' dad...it's almost his day! Celebrate dad with these restaurants deals and activities for Father's Day in Columbus on Sunday, June 16, 2024! My "poor" dad has 6 daughters. That's right...no boys, though he now has sons-in-law and grandsons at least. The above photo … [Read more...] about Celebrate Father’s Day in Columbus
Last Chance! Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse tickets just $1.75
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
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
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
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
Juneteenth Celebration and events in Columbus
Celebrate the end of the enslavement of African-American people in the United States with Juneteenth on the third weekend in June. Juneteenth, or June 19, 1865, is considered the date when the last slaves in America were freed in Galveston, Texas after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued on … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Celebration and events in Columbus
Free Summer Kids’ Series at Studio 35
Let's face it, summer in Ohio isn't always perfect. We bounce from rain to too hot to too chilly, sometimes in the same week. When the weather isn't what you want or the kids have become annoying, go to the movies! Studio 35 is showing FREE movies for the Summer Kids’ … [Read more...] about Free Summer Kids’ Series at Studio 35
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
U-pick: where to go Peach and Apple picking in Columbus
Orchard season is starting soon, so get ready to go peach picking and apple picking in Columbus! Peach season is in July and August, and apple season typically runs from July to early November, wrapping up with my favorite variety, Goldrush! I've gathered a list of the 12 best places for … [Read more...] about U-pick: where to go Peach and Apple picking in Columbus
Annual Powell Festival
The Annual Powell Festival will take place downtown in the Village Green Park on Friday and Saturday, June 20-21, 2025. The festival is bigger and better this year with lots of musical entertainment, merchants, food vendors, Kids' Zone, activity stations, animal visits, games, DORA, and … [Read more...] about Annual Powell Festival
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
Franklinton Night Market open street community event
Gather in the streets of Franklinton once a month for the Franklinton Night Market. Franklinton is historic district that has been revitalized into a vibrant arts community just across the river from Downtown Columbus. Founded in 1797, it was the first settlement in Central Ohio, and the location … [Read more...] about Franklinton Night Market open street community event