Want to go out to eat on New Years Eve or New Years Day? There are plenty of restaurants open for New Years in Columbus. You'll find that most restaurants are open for New Year's Eve, but many require reservations are have special menus during dinner service. New Years Eve is one of … [Read more...] about New Years Eve and New Years Restaurant options for 2024
Yearly Holidays
Indoor and Outdoor Ice Skating in Columbus
Ice skating is a favorite wintertime activity, and there are several options for ice skating in Columbus, whether you want to brave the outdoor cold on skating ponds, or stick to indoor ice skating rinks. Ice skate rental is not available at most natural outdoor skating rinks, and may cost extra … [Read more...] about Indoor and Outdoor Ice Skating in Columbus
Free and Cheap Activities for Winter Break in Columbus
In addition to all of the holiday fun and family gatherings over Christmas break, you'll probably encounter bored kids or will just need to get out of the house. There are plenty of free and cheap activities for winter break in Columbus, so plan ahead to keep the kids from complaining. This … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Activities for Winter Break in Columbus
What’s open on Christmas Day in Columbus
No matter if you've checked your list twice (or 5 times), sometimes you need to know what's open on Christmas Day in Columbus. Reminder: pick up a variety of extra batteries BEFORE Christmas Day! You will need them for something! Or maybe you just need to take a break from family and get out … [Read more...] about What’s open on Christmas Day in Columbus
Time is running out! Free photos with Santa at Easton
Pull out the cute festive clothing for your kids for a photo you'll treasure for years! Get photos with Santa at Easton on Level 2, across from Bibibop from November 23 - December 24, 2024. Photos with Santa at Easton are some of the most affordable options in a professional setting. … [Read more...] about Time is running out! Free photos with Santa at Easton
Letters to Santa at Ohio Railway Museum – weekends in December!
Train loving kids will be thrilled with this holiday event at Ohio Railway Museum. Letters to Santa at Ohio Railway Museum returns for 2024 and features Santa letters, ornament-making, train rides, and visits with Mrs. Claus! Trains + Santa + Holiday fun The fun takes place starting … [Read more...] about Letters to Santa at Ohio Railway Museum – weekends in December!
Holidays in Fairfield County: Santa, parades, holiday celebrations, and more
There's so much Christmas fun going on for the Holidays in Fairfield County. From tree lightings, to holiday markets, to nativities and more, there's always some holiday cheer to find in Lancaster and the surrounding communities of Fairfield County. Lancaster Holiday Parade November … [Read more...] about Holidays in Fairfield County: Santa, parades, holiday celebrations, and more
Gift Guide: Create Memories with Experience Gifts around Ohio
Finding the perfect gift for that special someone in our lives can be challenging, especially when they already have everything. So how do we avoid adding to the clutter and give a gift that creates lasting memories? Experience gifts! Central Ohio offers some amazing experiences of art, … [Read more...] about Gift Guide: Create Memories with Experience Gifts around Ohio
Skate Zone 71 Holiday and Winter Break Parties
With the cold and/or wet weather, it's harder to get the kids outside to run off energy. Head to Skate Zone 71 and let them skate off their energy. They offer skate sessions most days and have a bunch of holiday and winter break sessions with special guests, as well as other deals. Best yet, … [Read more...] about Skate Zone 71 Holiday and Winter Break Parties
Ice Sculptures and other Holiday fun in Uptown Westerville
Find holiday fun throughout the season in Uptown Westerville. From Santa sightings, to tree lightings, local shopping and more, there's a lot going on this holiday season! Uptown Merchants Snack & Stroll Saturday, November 23, 2024, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Join the Uptown merchants to kick … [Read more...] about Ice Sculptures and other Holiday fun in Uptown Westerville
🎄Over 300 options fun this weekend in Columbus🎅
Have fun in Columbus this weekend with free and cheap events! Find plenty of things to do in Columbus! You'll also find holiday fun, date ideas, outdoor activities, and so much more! Some events may require advance registration, so check links. We’ll add more as we hear of them, and you can … [Read more...] about 🎄Over 300 options fun this weekend in Columbus🎅
Gifts for mail carriers and delivery drivers
If you shop online as much as I do, your delivery people and mail carrier earn their paychecks. As an extra thank you during the holidays, consider small gifts for mail carriers and delivery drivers. Nearly every day, one or more of the trucks drives down my driveway to bring a package or a … [Read more...] about Gifts for mail carriers and delivery drivers
Santa’s Wonderland and Santa Pictures at Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops
Get in the holiday spirit with Santa's Wonderland and Santa Pictures at Cabela's and Bass Pro Shops this Christmas season!! The tradition is back this year, and it all starts when Santa arrives on Saturday, November 2, 2024! 2024 Santa Pictures at Cabela's and Bass Pro Shops You and … [Read more...] about Santa’s Wonderland and Santa Pictures at Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops
Where to find Santa Pictures around Columbus
Santa makes his appearance all over Columbus for the holiday season, so get out your festive clothing for Santa Pictures! This list isn't anywhere near all-inclusive, as he's hard to keep track of, but here are some options for photos with Santa around Columbus for 2024. Don't miss the section … [Read more...] about Where to find Santa Pictures around Columbus
Free and cheap things to do with family over Christmas in Columbus
If you're hosting overnight guests over Christmas, make sure you show them some gems in our city! Here are some FREE and cheap ways to keep them entertained, and give them a taste of Cbus. Don’t miss any upcoming deals by subscribing to Columbus on the Cheap’s daily emails, and … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do with family over Christmas in Columbus