There’s always so much fun planned at The Scioto Mile! Summer Fun on the Scioto runs through fall and include free events ranging from musical performances, happy hours, and kayaking, to silent discos, dance classes, yoga, and more.
Located in the heart of Downtown Columbus, the Scioto Mile is an integrated system of parks, boulevards, bikeways and pedestrian paths.
Scioto Mile Fountain
Daily through September 2, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
It’s back in 2024! The Scioto Mile Fountain features 3 stainless steel halo structures with 300 fog nozzles, speaker system with surround sound, super shooter that jets 100 feet in the air, 344 fountain sprites that are lit by self-contain LED lights. Plus increased seating and shaded areas, food trucks and cars, and more
image: Scioto Mile
For information about changes to Fountain hours or closures visit www.DowntownColumbus.com/SciotoMile
Bicentennial Park, 233 S Civic Center Drive
Series on the Scioto in Downtown Columbus
FREE Fountainside Fun
Select Mondays and Thursday, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. | June 3 – Aug. 12 at Bicentennial Park, 233 Civic Center Dr
Fountainside fun with live music and performances, tabletop games, food trucks, and more. The whole family can splash at the fountain (for free!)
Mondays: June 3, June 17, June 24, July 8, July 29, Aug 5, Aug 12
Thursdays: June 13, June 20, June 27, July 25, Aug 1
FREE Dorrian Days
Tuesdays, June 11 – Aug. 20 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. (no event July 2)
Free family fun with giant inflatables, games, the COSI curbside van, a themed activity station, and a food truck. Plus, cool off in the Dorrian Green water feature.
Dorrian Green, 50 S. Belle Street
Go kayaking during Wednesdays on the Water
Wednesdays, May 29 – July 31 (no event July 3)
Discounted kayak and stand-up paddleboard rentals from Windrose Outdoor. Paddle down the Scioto River with a $15 discount on a one-hour watercraft rental.
Spots are limited, so book ahead to secure your kayak! Walk-ins accepted, but not guaranteed.
Bicentennial Park boat launch, near the Main Street Bridge.
Special events on the Scioto Mile
FREE Midway on the Mile
Friday, July 12 – Saturday, July 13 | 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday, August 10 – Sunday, August 11 | 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Elevate your festival experience at Midway on the Mile! Join us on the Rich Street Bridge overlooking Downtown Columbus for a unique carnival-style event featuring iconic summer fun including a trackless train, obstacle course, wipeout attraction, and more.
Explore something new at each event, with a roller rink in July and putt-putt course in August. Prepare for adult-friendly fun and breathtaking views.
FREE Kayak Days
Saturday, July 13, and Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024 from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Free kayaking opportunities for adults and families. Bicentennial Park boat launch, near Main Street Bridge
*All events are subject to change: visit DowntownColumbus.com/SciotoMile for the most up-to-date information.
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Don’t forget, Columbus Commons is just a couple of blocks away and will also have lots of programming through the Summer.
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