America's Best Idea — our national parks — is even better when admission is free! Mark your calendar now for entrance fee-free dates for the coming year. On these dates, FREE entrance is available to 133 National Parks across the country that normally charge a fee. During the fee-free days, the … [Read more...] about Free days at U.S. national parks + Free National Parks Pass for 4th grade families
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Chihuly Nights and Cocktails at the Conservatory: Franklin Park Conservatory After Dark
Looking for an elevated night out? Franklin Park Conservatory, just a couple of miles from Downtown Columbus, offers a fun and unique evening for a date or with friends. Walk and talk as you explore the Conservatory amongst lush greenery, vibrant blooms, and art installations. No matter what … [Read more...] about Chihuly Nights and Cocktails at the Conservatory: Franklin Park Conservatory After Dark
Fun, Factory Tours in Columbus, and other fun public tours in Ohio
Have you ever looked at something and wondered how it's made? Ever attend a stage production or sporting event and wish you could peek behind the scenes? Ohio is home to a lot manufacturing companies and other cool venues. A few of them invite the public to visit for a more in-depth look at … [Read more...] about Fun, Factory Tours in Columbus, and other fun public tours in Ohio
Flea Markets, Vintage Sales and Barn Sales in Columbus
Skip the stores and hit vintage and barn sales for awesome home décor, furniture, clothing, jewelry, and more. There are several vintage sales and barn sales in Columbus throughout the year that you don't want to miss! We included sales that are within a reasonable driving distance, as most … [Read more...] about Flea Markets, Vintage Sales and Barn Sales in Columbus
Carnegie Author Series with Columbus Metropolitan Library: Rick Steves, Mary Robinette Kowal
The Columbus Metropolitan Library is always striving to connect readers with books and authors, and they've really met the mark with these Author Talks. The Carnegie Author Series Author Talks brings national authors to you! 2025 Carnegie Author Series Author Talks The Carnegie Author Series … [Read more...] about Carnegie Author Series with Columbus Metropolitan Library: Rick Steves, Mary Robinette Kowal
Beer + Science fun at Columbus Brew Festival at COSI
Science and beer converge during a night at the museum with the Columbus Brew Festival at COSI on Saturday, March 8, 2025. Guests can choose from over 50 breweries sampling over 150 seasonal beers, while they enjoy all that COSI has to offer - without kids running around! Museum features … [Read more...] about Beer + Science fun at Columbus Brew Festival at COSI
Birthday deals and freebies around Columbus
If you like to celebrate your birthday all week (or all month), we've gathered up a huge list of local birthday freebies and deals for free meals, beauty items, clothing discounts, and more. Celebrate your birthday with some special treats this year! Some of my favorites are Jeni's Ice … [Read more...] about Birthday deals and freebies around Columbus
Columbus hotel deals and travel discounts
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Columbus is such a fun city, and if you are traveling here, we want to help you save some money! Columbus on the Cheap has partnered with aResTravel to offer exclusive hotel deals for travelers visiting Columbus and looking for the best hotel discounts. If you are planning a trip to Columbus, … [Read more...] about Columbus hotel deals and travel discounts
TEDxOhioStateUniversity Presents: “Echo” Ted Talk conference
On Saturday, March 22, 2025, listen up to inspiring stories as TEDxOhioStateUniversity presents its annual Ted Talk conference, themed "Echo". This year's topics include environmental justice, immigration, DNA research, morality in film/TV, and more. As a student-run … [Read more...] about TEDxOhioStateUniversity Presents: “Echo” Ted Talk conference
Huge updated list of Columbus Happy Hours
If you want to go out, but want to save money, happy hour is the way to go! There are so many fantastic happy hours in Columbus, that its nearly impossible to list them all. Please let me know if there are any others great Columbus happy hours that you love! When my husband and I were … [Read more...] about Huge updated list of Columbus Happy Hours
