It's about to get spooky fun at Franklin Park Conservatory with Pumpkins Aglow! Experience the magic of the harvest season at the Conservatory under the stars, surrounded by glowing pumpkins and enchanting scenery. While the Harvest Blooms exhibition is the daytime attraction in the fall, … [Read more...] about Fall beauty and Pumpkins Aglow returns to Franklin Park Conservatory
Events for Families and Kids
Days of Knights transports you to Medieval Times
Are you ready to party like it's 1399? Days of Knights is coming on October 5-6, 2024 to Lancaster, Ohio - less than 40 minutes from Columbus! Travel back in time and experience the Middle Ages during one of the largest medieval-focused living history events in the country. Days of … [Read more...] about Days of Knights transports you to Medieval Times
Free airplane rides for kids with Young Eagles
In the Young Eagles program, volunteer pilots give kids age 8-17 years old free airplane rides. The flights last about 15 or 20 minutes long, and the pilot involves the kid in the pre-flight inspection, and teaches him or her about the instrument panel, aeronautical chart and parts of the … [Read more...] about Free airplane rides for kids with Young Eagles
The Best Accessible Playgrounds in Columbus for all abilities
Kids of ALL abilities need to play and enjoy playgrounds, so its important to have plenty of options of accessible playgrounds for kids with disabilities or special needs. Accessible and inclusive playgrounds allow kids living with disabilities to play alongside kids without disabilities, which … [Read more...] about The Best Accessible Playgrounds in Columbus for all abilities
Upcoming free and cheap events for kids
Looking for something fun to do with the kids? We've gathered a list of free and cheap events for kids and families to enjoy. We've included events for kids of all ages, from babies to teenagers, so make sure you check the links to see what activities are appropriate for your kids. You'll find … [Read more...] about Upcoming free and cheap events for kids
Clinton Township Community Safety Day
Clinton Township is hosting 2 Community Safety Days. Enjoy FREE safety trainings, resources, food and fun! Saturday, September 14, 2024 from 12:00PM - 4:00PM at 3820 Cleveland Avenue Stop The Bleed Training Women's Self Defense Class Kid Friendly Activities … [Read more...] about Clinton Township Community Safety Day
Free party for your 1 year old with CelebrateOne 1st Birthday Party
Do you have a baby turning 1 this year? Come to a CelebrateOne 1st Birthday Party to celebrate your little one! All registered families will receive a special gift for their one year old. CelebrateOne, created with the City of Columbus in 2014, connects pregnant women and families with … [Read more...] about Free party for your 1 year old with CelebrateOne 1st Birthday Party
Pickerington Oktoberfest and Bier Garden with Combustion Brewery
Celebrate a favorite Fall festival with Pickerington Oktoberfest on Friday, September 27 - Saturday, September 28, 2024. This outdoor event and bier garden will take place in the Combustion parking lot. The event features live music all day, food trucks, Oktoberfest Beer Mile, traditional … [Read more...] about Pickerington Oktoberfest and Bier Garden with Combustion Brewery
Go Fourth! A Block Party returns to Italian Village on September 22
Looking for a fun, free way to spend a Sunday in Columbus? Go Fourth! A Block Party for All is back for its third year in Italian Village, and it’s bigger than ever! Hosted by the Short North Alliance, this event will take place on Sunday, September 22, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., with a … [Read more...] about Go Fourth! A Block Party returns to Italian Village on September 22
Cycle UA Community Bike Ride
Enjoy a family-friendly community bike ride through Upper Arlington complete with built-in rest stops, parks and neighborhood views with Cycle UA. This is a hybrid event offering large group event ride or independent ride opportunities. Choose to complete the Cycle UA ride alongside … [Read more...] about Cycle UA Community Bike Ride
Free and cheap things to do for Labor Day weekend in Columbus in 2024
Labor Day weekend signals the end of Summer for many. Pools close, school is in session, and its the last long weekend of summer. If you're more of a fall person (like me), it marks the start of our glorious fall season. Either way you look at it, it's cause for celebration. Labor … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do for Labor Day weekend in Columbus in 2024
Raising Cane’s back-to-school special with free Kids Combo
Back to school is EXPENSIVE, and Raising Cane's wants to make raising kids a little more affordable during back to school. To celebrate the start of the school year, Raising Cane’s is offering a FREE Kids Combo with the purchase of any combo (except a Kids Combo) at … [Read more...] about Raising Cane’s back-to-school special with free Kids Combo
Butterfly Weekend at Blendon Woods
Learn about amazing life cycle and 2,000 mile journey of the monarch butterfly at Blendon Woods Butterfly Weekend from August 31 - September 2, 2024. Butterfly Weekend The festival celebrates the 2,000 mile journey of the monarch butterfly and will feature live butterflies, displays, videos … [Read more...] about Butterfly Weekend at Blendon Woods
Hello Kitty Cafe Truck rolls into Easton Town Center
The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is rolling back into Columbus for one day only on Saturday, October 5, 2024! From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., the popular, all-pink cafe on wheels will be parked at Easton Town Center in Town Square near Crate & Barrel. Fans of Hello Kitty can look forward to … [Read more...] about Hello Kitty Cafe Truck rolls into Easton Town Center
Ohio State Fire Marshal Festival celebrates our brave firefighters
Families will have a blast at the FREE Ohio State Fire Marshal Festival on Saturday, September 14, 2024, from 10 am - 3 pm in Reynoldsburg. The festival is at the Ohio State Fire Marshal's campus, and kids will learn more about firefighters and the work they do. It's a celebration of … [Read more...] about Ohio State Fire Marshal Festival celebrates our brave firefighters
