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Brick Fest Live in Columbus is fun for all LEGO fans!

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Kids and adults who love LEGOS do not want to miss Brick Fest Live in Columbus from January 4-5, 2025! This national tour is coming to the Columbus Convention Center, and is great for all ages! Guests will immerse themselves with over a million bricks on display - and they can play … [Read more...] about Brick Fest Live in Columbus is fun for all LEGO fans!

Columbus Veterans Day Rally at National Veteran’s Memorial Museum

The Columbus Veterans Day Parade Rally in downtown Columbus is November 10, 2024, organized by Milvets Columbus, Ohio.  Columbus Veterans Day Rally The Veterans Day Rally takes place on the grounds of the National Veterans Memorial Museum on November 10, from 11:30 am - 3:30 … [Read more...] about Columbus Veterans Day Rally at National Veteran’s Memorial Museum

KidsLinked.com’s Columbus STEM & Arts Expo

Get out of the house this weekend for a free fun learning event with the KidsLinked.com's Columbus STEM & Arts Expo on Sunday, November 3, 2024 from 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. at Polaris Fashion Place. The STEM & Arts expo is your families resource fair to find neat things to help … [Read more...] about KidsLinked.com’s Columbus STEM & Arts Expo

Celebrate Dia De Los Muertos / Day of the Dead

The Day of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos, is on November 1 and 2. Originating in Mexico, the celebration is observed in Mexico and by people of Mexican heritage elsewhere. Día de los Muertos is not the same as Halloween Many families celebrate both Halloween and Día de los Muertos. Those … [Read more...] about Celebrate Dia De Los Muertos / Day of the Dead

Learn all about bats at the Ohio Bat Fest at OSU

As part of International Bat Week, the first annual Ohio Bat Festival is on Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 12 pm - 5 pm at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center on OSU campus.  Ohio Bat Fest The Ohio Bat Fest is a fun, family-friendly, educational event on the Saturday before … [Read more...] about Learn all about bats at the Ohio Bat Fest at OSU

Upper Arlington Fall Fest – Pumpkin Patch meets NFL Tailgate

Upper Arlington is celebrating the changing season with Fall Fest on Sunday, October 6, 2024, from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. at Fancyburg Park. Upper Arlington Fall Fest This year the festival will have a new twist - Pumpkin Patch meets NFL Tailgate! Take a hay ride and pick and … [Read more...] about Upper Arlington Fall Fest – Pumpkin Patch meets NFL Tailgate

Tickets on sale Haunted Fest Halloween Themed Music Festival

Prime Social Group brings their otherworldly immersive music experience, Haunted Fest, to the outdoors at KEMBA Live in the Arena District on Friday, October 25, 2024.  Haunted Fest has become Columbus’ signature Halloween themed festival featuring a variety of EDM artists from up and … [Read more...] about Tickets on sale Haunted Fest Halloween Themed Music Festival

Bob Evans hosts Annual Farm Festival, October 11-13

This fall, the Bob Evans Farm Festival returns for its 53rd year, running from October 11-13, 2024 at the original Bob Evans Farm in Rio Grande, Ohio (about an hour and a half from Columbus).  The annual celebration honors the farming community during the harvest season. Guests will enjoy a … [Read more...] about Bob Evans hosts Annual Farm Festival, October 11-13

1000’s of carved pumpkins at The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow

The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow returns to Heritage Park in Westerville! Wind your way through the enchanting trail of 1,500 carved glowing pumpkins. There are fun activities included with admission for more of a festival experience.   The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow From … [Read more...] about 1000’s of carved pumpkins at The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow

Fire Dept. Open Houses in Columbus for Fire Prevention Week

Gather up your little firefighters and learn all about fire safety during Fire Prevention Week from October 6-12, 2024. Many fire stations around Columbus will be holding events through the week to educate and entertain, and teach your family how to stay safe.  The theme for this Fire … [Read more...] about Fire Dept. Open Houses in Columbus for Fire Prevention Week

Stratford Ecological Center Fall Harvest Fair

Celebrate the fall season on the farm with the annual Fall Harvest Fair at Stratford Ecological Center is Saturday, October 5, 2024 from 10 am - 2 pm. Kids of all ages can discover their inner farmer at this family friendly event. Climb a tractor, get your face painted, feed the … [Read more...] about Stratford Ecological Center Fall Harvest Fair

Plain City Fall Festival brings hayrides, trick or treat trail, and more fall fun to Pastime Park

Pastime Park in Plain City transforms into a bewitching wonderland on Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 3 pm - 7 pm for the Plain City Fall Festival. This FREE spooktacular experience will include lots of safe Fall fun for families and kids to enjoy. Costumes are encouraged! Plain City Fall … [Read more...] about Plain City Fall Festival brings hayrides, trick or treat trail, and more fall fun to Pastime Park

Annual Dublin Halloween Spooktacular and Trick or Treat Trail

The City of Dublin’s annual Halloween Spooktacular is coming to Coffman Park on October 17-18, 2024.  City of Dublin Halloween Spooktacular Coffman Park will be full of merry, not scary family fun. Guests of all ages can come in costume and enjoy this ghoulish … [Read more...] about Annual Dublin Halloween Spooktacular and Trick or Treat Trail

Kids Eat Free, Fall Fun, and Craft Shows at Brewdog DogTap Columbus

Brewdog DogTap Columbus is a must-visit brewery in Central Ohio! It's a destination in itself! Guests enjoy a fantastic menu of food and beer, plenty of indoor and outdoor seating in a park-like setting, dog park, beer museum, games, fire pits special events and more. You can even stay at the … [Read more...] about Kids Eat Free, Fall Fun, and Craft Shows at Brewdog DogTap Columbus

Day of the Dead Festival at Green Lawn Cemetery

Green Lawn Cemetery is again hosting a vibrant celebration of Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead festival in Columbus on Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 10 am - 6 pm.  This Mexican holiday honors loved ones who have passed, blending traditional elements such as ofrendas … [Read more...] about Day of the Dead Festival at Green Lawn Cemetery

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