Join Ohio History Center at Wild Ohio Weekend from January 27, 2024 for a fun, family-friendly learning experience from home! Enjoy a day of natural history talks and activities and learn more about the plants and animals that call Ohio home. Wild Ohio Day at Ohio History … [Read more...] about Wild Ohio Day at Ohio History Center
Events for Families and Kids
Grab your sled: Best Sledding hills in Columbus
It's snow time! Get the kids (or your friends) out of the house for some sledding this winter. These central Ohio parks have sledding hills of varying degrees - gentle and long, to fast and steep. Sledding counts as exercise (assuming you walk back up the hill), so you can get in a workout and … [Read more...] about Grab your sled: Best Sledding hills in Columbus
Oyo Dance Company promotes diversity and accessibility
Oyo Dance Company is a professional contemporary dance company in Columbus, Ohio. Promoting diversity, acceptance and cultural awareness, performances feature dancers of all backgrounds, ages, and body types. This non-profit organization is an amazing way to enjoy and experience the art of … [Read more...] about Oyo Dance Company promotes diversity and accessibility
Kids can get FREE Disney on Ice tickets by reading books
To encourage reading, Disney On Ice has partnered with local public libraries for a children’s reading program leading up to their show in February. Disney On Ice presents Into The Magic skates into Columbus, playing nine fun-filled performances from February 1-4, 2024 at Nationwide … [Read more...] about Kids can get FREE Disney on Ice tickets by reading books
Holidays with Grandview Heights Public Library
Enjoy the holidays with Grandview Heights Public Library, including Letters to Santa, holiday-themed story festivals, and more. Letters to Santa with GHPL Send a letter to Santa and let him know your holiday wishes starting November 25! You can use holiday templates provided by the library, or … [Read more...] about Holidays with Grandview Heights Public Library
Jurassic Quest Indoor Experience at Ohio Expo Center
ARE. YOU. READY?? The dinosaurs are coming back to town when Jurassic Quest indoor experience comes to Ohio Expo Center with the nation’s largest touring dinosaur exhibit for a fun family outing! More than 100 realistic dinosaurs are back from extinction to invade Columbus from January … [Read more...] about Jurassic Quest Indoor Experience at Ohio Expo Center
Experience a Victorian Christmas with Ohio Village Dickens of a Christmas
Ohio Village celebrates a Victorian Christmas with Dickens of a Christmas, inspired by the stories of Charles Dickens. The village will come to life during 3 weekends this holiday season for some olde time Christmas fun. DUE TO CLOSURE/REMODELING of Ohio Village, Dickens of a … [Read more...] about Experience a Victorian Christmas with Ohio Village Dickens of a Christmas
Get tech savvy: Free Apple Workshops
Learn how to get the most out of your Mac, iPad, iPhone, Apple Watch, or iPod at Free Apple Workshops through Apple Stores. Some workshops are now held in-person at the Apple store. Others are virtual, so you can learn from home (and stay in your pajamas). If you're new to Apple technology or … [Read more...] about Get tech savvy: Free Apple Workshops
Make-A-Wish Central Ohio Walk For Wishes at the Zoo
Join Make-A-Wish Central Ohio for a fun-filled, family-friendly day on Sunday, November 5, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. at the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium. The AMETEK Controls Central Ohio Walk for Wishes helps make wishes come true for local children with critical illnesses. Participants are … [Read more...] about Make-A-Wish Central Ohio Walk For Wishes at the Zoo
Celebrate Fall Harvest with Mater Academy Reed Road
Join Mater Academy on October 28, 2023 from 11AM to 2PM for a delightful, FREE, family-friendly event welcoming the harvest season and the festive times that follow! - The Petting Zoo is sure to be a hit with kids giving them an opportunity to meet sweet and friendly animals - Bounce … [Read more...] about Celebrate Fall Harvest with Mater Academy Reed Road
Lowe’s Spooky Trick-or-Treat Event
Kids aren't always excited to head to a hardware store, but Lowe's bringing the Halloween fun for kids with the Lowe's Spooky Trick-or-Treat Event! The family friendly Spooky Trick-or-Treat Event on Oct. 28, 2023 is just for the kids (but if parents need to grab some lightbulbs or other paint … [Read more...] about Lowe’s Spooky Trick-or-Treat Event
Powell Fall Festival and Food Drive
Gather with community at the Powell Fall Festival and Food Drive on Saturday, October 28, 2023. There will be food trucks, kids activities, and live music at Village Green Park. Admission is free with a donation to People in Need of Delaware County. Powell Fall Festival … [Read more...] about Powell Fall Festival and Food Drive
Walk amongst 1000’s of glowing pumpkins Jack O’Lantern World
NOT IN COLUMBUS in 2024 It's spooky season and you can immerse yourself amongst 1000's of hand-carved pumpkins at Jack O'Lantern World at Franklin County Fairground. Jack O' Lantern World You'll walk amongst 1000's of carved pumpkins on the 3/4 mile path through 17 immersive worlds of … [Read more...] about Walk amongst 1000’s of glowing pumpkins Jack O’Lantern World
German Village Little Monster Party for the minis
Bring your mini monsters, goblins, princesses, and superheroes to the German Village Little Monster Party is tba for 2024 Little Monster Party Kids can dress up and enjoy the party at Frank Fetch Park, 228 E Beck St, Columbus. See website for details. Monster Bash Don't … [Read more...] about German Village Little Monster Party for the minis
Cabela’s Halloween Party with photos and treats
While Cabela's is always fun for kids, they REALLY make it fun for holidays. Cabela's Halloween party is no exception! It's getting spooky from TBA 2024 at Cabela's with a Halloween party and costume parade! Columbus Cabela's Halloween Party Make Cabela's a stop on your fall and Halloween … [Read more...] about Cabela’s Halloween Party with photos and treats