When it's too hot, too cold, or too rainy, indoor play is a great way for kids to burn off some energy. Whether you're at home with your children during the week, or you're hanging out with them on the weekends and evenings, sometimes you just need to get out of the house! There are plenty of … [Read more...] about So many Indoor Play Places and Activities for kids around Columbus
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Buckeye Lake Pirate Festival brings treasures and treasure hunters to the lake
Ahoy! The Pirate Festival is coming to Buckeye Lake! Pirates, Mermaids & Steampunk fans and the public are invited for a Treasure Hunt by Land and Sea, and a family friendly Pirate Marketplace. The annual PirateFest is at Buckeye Lake on May 16-18, 2025. This 3-day family friendly festival … [Read more...] about Buckeye Lake Pirate Festival brings treasures and treasure hunters to the lake
Granville Easter Egg Hunts include a special needs option and traditional hunt
Granville Recreation District hosts two Easter Egg Hunts in Granville on March 30, 2024. One hunt is with Granville Outreach for special needs people of all ages at Wildwood Playground. The other hunt is a traditional egg hunt for kids at Bryn Du Mansion. GO Egg Hunt for Special Needs … [Read more...] about Granville Easter Egg Hunts include a special needs option and traditional hunt
Discounted and Free Museum Days in Columbus
Exploring museums is the perfect blend of entertainment and education, and a great way to spend some time! Museum admission can be expensive, but some of the best museums in Columbus offer discounted or free museum days. There are even several great museums that are free all of the … [Read more...] about Discounted and Free Museum Days in Columbus
Easter Eggsperience at Heart of a Warrior Farm
Heart of a Warrior Farm in Granville hosts an Easter Eggsperience on the Farm on Saturday, April 19, 2025 from 1:00 PM – 3:00 pm. Your experience includes 1 pony ride, petting zoo, Easter egg hunt. All donations go to Heart of a Warrior Farm. The event costs $20 per child; must pre … [Read more...] about Easter Eggsperience at Heart of a Warrior Farm
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
Visit Dawes Arboretum: Winter Birding and Maple Syrup
Head to Licking County to enjoy acres of nature at Dawes Arboretum in Newark, Ohio. Home to over 5300 different types of plants with more than 15,400 plants on grounds, you'll find new things to explore every time you visit. What you'll find at Dawe's Located about 30 minutes east of Columbus, … [Read more...] about Visit Dawes Arboretum: Winter Birding and Maple Syrup
Cherry Valley Hotel Igloos and more
Cherry Valley Hotel & Ohio Event Center in Newark, Ohio underwent $20 million in renovations starting in 2019, and offers plenty of reason to visit. Located just outside of Granville, Ohio, it offers fully renovated and beautiful guest rooms, event and convention space, excellent dining and … [Read more...] about Cherry Valley Hotel Igloos and more
Holiday fun at Buckeye Lake
Buckeye Lake, just 30 minutes east of Columbus, is the optimal city-life escape for all things lake, land + leisure. From dining or shopping, to walking, biking, and watersports, there's something at Buckeye Lake for everyone! Buckeye Lake History The destination was once the go-to hub for … [Read more...] about Holiday fun at Buckeye Lake
Free Santa pictures at Indian Mound Mall in Heath
Santa is at Indian Mound Mall in Heath, Ohio again in 2024, and taking photos with Santa is FREE! Photos with Santa at Indian Mound Mall November 22 - December 24, 2024 Meet with Santa at the Indian Mound Mall in Heath, Ohio for photos (or just a chat). There is no photographer on site this … [Read more...] about Free Santa pictures at Indian Mound Mall in Heath
Granville Tree Lighting and Granville Candlelight Walking Tour
Get into the holiday spirit in the quaint Village of Granville with the Village Tree Lighting and Christmas Candlelight Walking Tour. You will also see some beautifully decorated properties through the whole holiday season. Granville Village Tree Lighting Sunday, December 1, 2024. … [Read more...] about Granville Tree Lighting and Granville Candlelight Walking Tour
Celebrate the Wonder of Christmas Open House at Davis-Shai House
Davis-Shai House, located in Heath, Ohio, is a cultural arts, event, & banquet center operated by the Heath Community Arts Council. The beautiful 1861 Gothic Revival home provides the perfect backdrop for a festive holiday event. Davis-Shai House Making Spirits Bright Christmas Open … [Read more...] about Celebrate the Wonder of Christmas Open House at Davis-Shai House
Annual Lighting of The Licking County Courthouse
Head to Newark on the day after Thanksgiving for the Annual Lighting of the Licking County Courthouse on Friday, November 29, 2024 at 6pm. The beautiful Licking County Courthouse looks AMAZING all lit up, and courthouse square is filled with larger than life Christmas displays. Enjoy … [Read more...] about Annual Lighting of The Licking County Courthouse
Stroll Through a Holiday Wonderland: Dawes Arboretum Winter Wonders Walk
Take a stroll through a winter wonderland during The Dawes Arboretum Winter Wonders Walk on December 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, 2024 from 6 – 9pm. There is something for everyone in the family to enjoy, with illuminated trees, food trucks, live music and a special appearance from Santa … [Read more...] about Stroll Through a Holiday Wonderland: Dawes Arboretum Winter Wonders Walk
Christmas in Veterans Park & Candlelight Christmas at the Webb House
The Licking County Historical Society hosts annual open house events, An Edwardian Christmas at The Buckingham House, Veterans Park, and Candlelight Christmas at the Webb House, on Saturday, November 30, 2024 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. The stunning Sherwood-Davidson House Museum will be decorated in … [Read more...] about Christmas in Veterans Park & Candlelight Christmas at the Webb House
