Finish up your holiday shopping with a weekend of the annual holiday market, Festivus, A Holiday Market Extravaganza from Saturday, December 9 - Sunday, December 10, 2023 from 12PM - 6PM. Festivus is an annual holiday market at 400 Square in Franklinton. This is the perfect opportunity to … [Read more...] about Festivus Holiday Market at 400 Square
Yearly Holidays
Santa pictures at Indian Mound Mall in Heath
Indian Mound Mall in Heath, Ohio, hosts KidX Club and other fun, family-friendly events throughout the year, and they're all FREE! If you live in or near Licking County, these events are a great way to spend a couple of hours! Photos with Santa at Indian Mound Mall November 30 - December … [Read more...] about Santa pictures at Indian Mound Mall in Heath
Huge list of Christmas Stocking Stuffers
There is still time to grab some grab stocking stuffers! Many of these things are available via Amazon or at local stores! Christmas stockings have always been one of my favorite things about Christmas Day. Stocking Memories Growing up, we were allowed to get up as early as we wanted, … [Read more...] about Huge list of Christmas Stocking Stuffers
Holiday Film Series at Drexel: Elf
Drexel Theatre celebrates the season with the Holiday Film Series. Grab the family or friends for some cheap holiday fun at the Drexel for Elf! ELF (pg) Join Drexel for the Elf Hot Cocoa and PJ Party. Wear your PJ's, bring your blankets! The Hot Cocoa Bar will start 30 minutes before the … [Read more...] about Holiday Film Series at Drexel: Elf
Holiday gift card bonus offers: something for them, and a bonus for you!
Time is running out for holiday shopping, and you can cross off some of your holiday shopping list with gift card purchases. No one will complain about a gift of a free meal or shopping, and there's a bonus in there for you! Many local and national restaurants and retailers offer … [Read more...] about Holiday gift card bonus offers: something for them, and a bonus for you!
A Winter Day on the Farm
Celebrate the holiday spirit as people would have in the 1930s at A Winter Day on the Farm at Gallant Farm Preserve on Saturday, December 7, 2024 from 3 pm - 7 pm. Spend the day on the farm helping costumed interpreters prepare for guests. Enjoy making period crafts and taste some … [Read more...] about A Winter Day on the Farm
Sending Letters to Santa in Columbus and where to find Santa’s Mailbox
Naughty or nice, it's time for kids to write their Letters to Santa! There are drop-off locations for Santa's Mailbox around Columbus that will be sent to the North Pole for Santa to read. It's a great way to get kids excited about the holiday season and to make sure they stay on the 'good' … [Read more...] about Sending Letters to Santa in Columbus and where to find Santa’s Mailbox
Black Friday deals and Small Business Saturday in Columbus
What do you do on Black Friday? Do you get up early (or stay up late) for Black Friday shopping, or do you avoid stores like the plague? My only attempt at Black Friday shopping many years ago resulted in me skipping the attempt at shopping and spending the day at BW3's. I'll still shop on … [Read more...] about Black Friday deals and Small Business Saturday in Columbus
Merry Tacky Christmas at Brew Dog Short North
Tis the season to be tacky with BrewDog Short North! BrewDog Short North is in the full spirit of the holiday season with its over-the-top decorated Tacky Christmas bar! BrewDog Short North Tacky Christmas Bring your crew to BrewDog Short North for a holiday wonderland. Feel … [Read more...] about Merry Tacky Christmas at Brew Dog Short North
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
Where to donate your leftover Halloween candy in Columbus
Trick or Treat is one of the highlights of Halloween for many families, but the excess amount of leftover Halloween candy can be overwhelming. Donate your excess Halloween candy to a good cause! You'll get the temptation out of your house and into the hands of someone who could use a … [Read more...] about Where to donate your leftover Halloween candy in Columbus
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
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
Howl-O-Ween Happy Hour + Costume Contest on Scioto Mile
Dress up your pups and hit the town for a Howl-O-Ween Happy Hour and Costume Contest on the Scioto Mile. Show off your pups and socialize with other pet families on Thursday, October 19, 2023 from 5 to 8 pm for a bewitching Howl-O-Ween happy hour for pets and their parents! The party … [Read more...] about Howl-O-Ween Happy Hour + Costume Contest on Scioto Mile
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