It's almost strawberry season, and one thing that strawberries go so well with is ice cream! You can find out just how well at Jeni's Strawberry Jam at Land-Grant Brewing and along Town Street on Saturday and Sunday, May 24-25, 2025. Attendees will also enjoy local food, family … [Read more...] about Jeni’s Strawberry Jam at Land-Grant Brewing: Strawberries, live music, and more!
Festivals
2024 Columbus Jazz and Rib Fest
The Columbus Jazz and Rib Fest is July 19-21, 2024, featuring hot ribs and cool jazz in Downtown Columbus. Columbus Jazz & Rib Fest Each summer, this festival is a highly anticipated tradition with the best of jazz and rib connoisseurs for a festival full of music and barbecue, brought to … [Read more...] about 2024 Columbus Jazz and Rib Fest
Franklin County Fair Discounts and Activities
The Franklin County Fair will be full of entertainment from July 14-20, 2025 at the Franklin County Fairgrounds in Hilliard. Enjoy acres of fun at the Franklin County Fair this summer! Find your favorite foods, rides and family-friendly attractions you won’t find anywhere … [Read more...] about Franklin County Fair Discounts and Activities
2025 Columbus Food Truck Festival at Franklin County Fairgrounds
The Columbus Food Truck Festival returns to the Franklin County Fairgrounds again this Summer! Over 50 food trucks and carts will take part in the festival with the return to the Franklin County Fairgrounds on August 16-17, 2025. The festival showcases delicious and unique fare from 50+ … [Read more...] about 2025 Columbus Food Truck Festival at Franklin County Fairgrounds
Where, When, and How to enjoy The Kentucky Derby
It's almost Derby time! Whether you're watching the Kentucky Derby at home, or dressing up in a fancy hat and going somewhere to watch the race, we're gathering some options to help you celebrate. The Kentucky Derby is Saturday, May 3, 2025 at Churchill Downs. Also known as "The … [Read more...] about Where, When, and How to enjoy The Kentucky Derby
Columbus Arts Festival on the Riverfront in Downtown Cbus
The Columbus Arts Festival returns to the downtown Riverfront area along the Scioto Mile on June 6-8, 2025 This free art festival will feature great artists from around the country working with all types of media. You’ll find prints, paintings, jewelry, housewares, glass art, … [Read more...] about Columbus Arts Festival on the Riverfront in Downtown Cbus
Mount Carmel St. Ann’s 4th Fridays in Uptown Westerville
Head to Uptown Westerville for Mount Carmel St. Ann’s 4th Fridays from May through October from 6-9 pm. There will be fun for everyone with live entertainment, kids' activities, food carts, and street vendors. Plus, the Uptown shops will stay open late, so you'll get to explore the wide variety … [Read more...] about Mount Carmel St. Ann’s 4th Fridays in Uptown Westerville
Stonewall Columbus Pride Festival and Pride Parade
Stonewall Columbus Pride Festival is June 13-14, 2025 at Goodale Park, and the them is United in Power. The largest pride event in the Midwest features music, food vendors, marketplace, family area, and more. June is Pride month, and there are lots of fun events leading up to, and after, the … [Read more...] about Stonewall Columbus Pride Festival and Pride Parade
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
Zany kickoff to Summer with May Madness at Boardman Arts Park
Kick off the summer with margaritas, music, and mania on Saturday, May 25, 2024 from 11 am - 6 pm! May Madness at Boardman Arts Park will have fun activities including: taco trucks, island music, artist booths, water slides, fair food, summer beers, zany races, and sand sculptures! This … [Read more...] about Zany kickoff to Summer with May Madness at Boardman Arts Park
Drink Local: Six One Pour Craft Beer Fest
Columbus knows beer. And while Columbus Craft Beer Week isn't on the schedule, the highlight - Six One Pour Craft Beer Fest - is beer festival you don't want to miss! Six One Pour Craft Beer Fest On Saturday, May 4, 2024 the annual Ohio craft beer festival is at the Ohio History Center … [Read more...] about Drink Local: Six One Pour Craft Beer Fest
Pickerington PetFest in Victory Park
Bring your pups to Victory Park in Pickerington to enjoy the annual Pickerington PetFest with all things pet related on Saturday, April 20, 2024 from 1 pm - 4 pm. Pickerington PetFest You and your pet will enjoy demonstrations, vendors, and a pet contest. All types of pets are allowed, but we … [Read more...] about Pickerington PetFest in Victory Park
Mini Renaissance Faire on Sports and Pastimes at Ohio State
The Center for Medieval and Renaissance Studies at the Ohio State University is set to transport enthusiasts into a vibrant world of historical games, sports, and pastimes during its biennial celebration of Popular Culture and the Deep Past (PCDP), "Let the Games Begin!: Sports and Pastimes in the … [Read more...] about Mini Renaissance Faire on Sports and Pastimes at Ohio State
Celebrate Syrup at Camp Lazarus Maple Fest
Boy Scouts of America sponsor the Camp Lazarus Maple Fest, and everyone is invited! Celebrate maple syrup season at this fun event TBA 2025 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Camp Lazarus Maple Fest Visit the Adams Mullins Sugar Shack to learn how to make maple syrup and meet the syrup … [Read more...] about Celebrate Syrup at Camp Lazarus Maple Fest
Columbus Winter Beerfest features 150+ craft brews!
TBA for 2025 The annual Columbus Winter Beerfest returns to the Greater Columbus Convention Center on January 20, 2024. This is a splurge event, but if you are a beer lover, it will be worth it! Tickets make a great holiday gift too! This delicious and boozy event will have over 150 … [Read more...] about Columbus Winter Beerfest features 150+ craft brews!