Stonewall Columbus Pride Festival is June 13-14, 2025 at Goodale Park, and the them is United in Power. The largest pride event in the Midwest features music, food vendors, marketplace, family area, and more. June is Pride month, and there are lots of fun events leading up to, and after, the … [Read more...] about Stonewall Columbus Pride Festival and Pride Parade
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Safari in Ohio: Take a Wilds Tour, including Safaris, Horseback, Zipline, Sunset, and more!
Looking for something interesting to do this Spring and Summer? Explore The Wilds in Cumberland, Ohio, with nearly 10,000 acres of open range habitat for rare and endangered species. Go on a Wilds Tour via open air safari, horseback, and more! They have plenty of adventures and even … [Read more...] about Safari in Ohio: Take a Wilds Tour, including Safaris, Horseback, Zipline, Sunset, and more!
2025 Columbus Food Truck Festival at Franklin County Fairgrounds
The Columbus Food Truck Festival returns to the Franklin County Fairgrounds again this Summer! Over 50 food trucks and carts will take part in the festival with the return to the Franklin County Fairgrounds on August 16-17, 2025. The festival showcases delicious and unique fare from 50+ … [Read more...] about 2025 Columbus Food Truck Festival at Franklin County Fairgrounds
Velvet Ice Cream Factory Ye Olde Mill Blues, Ice Cream, Doggie Days, and more
Velvet Ice Cream Factory is a perfect day trip in the spring, summer, and fall! Originally built in 1817, Ye Olde Mill, a former grist mill, is home to Velvet Ice Cream’s corporate offices in Utica, as well as Ohio’s only ice cream museum, ice cream parlor and restaurant. You'll also find tons of … [Read more...] about Velvet Ice Cream Factory Ye Olde Mill Blues, Ice Cream, Doggie Days, and more
Take a hike! 13 Wildflower Hikes in Columbus and Central Ohio
Springtime in Ohio may mean lots of rain, but the rain brings the wildflowers in bloom! Plan some Wildflower Hikes in Columbus and Central Ohio at these parks, trails, and nature preserves. Ohio is home to many different types of wildflowers! You'll spot bloodroot, spring … [Read more...] about Take a hike! 13 Wildflower Hikes in Columbus and Central Ohio
Olde Towne East Trash to Treasure Yard Sale
The Olde Towne East Trash to Treasure Yard Sale is Saturday, June 8, 2024, starting at 8 a.m. throughout the Olde Towne East community. The annual sale is typically held on the 2nd Saturday of June. Olde Towne East Trash to Treasure Yard Sale Find your treasures at this … [Read more...] about Olde Towne East Trash to Treasure Yard Sale
Dragonboat Races and Asian Festival
There are two exciting events celebrating Asian culture in Columbus with the Dragonboat Exhibition and Race and the Asian Festival. Dragonboat Exhibition The Dragonboat Exhibition is scheduled for May 19, 2024 at West Bank Park, 181 S. Washington Blvd. Get there early at 7:30 am … [Read more...] about Dragonboat Races and Asian Festival
Charity Happy Hours, Food Trucks, and Wine Bar weekly at Hills Market
Get over hump day and enjoy a cheap night out with friends or a date at the Charity Happy Hours each Wednesday at The Hill's Market from May through October from 6-8 pm. Hills Market Charity Happy Hours Each happy hour will showcase a local charity and feature one of their own "celebrity" … [Read more...] about Charity Happy Hours, Food Trucks, and Wine Bar weekly at Hills Market
COTA Zoo Bus Service and Discount for Columbus Zoo!
You don't have to fight traffic or pay for parking to enjoy the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and Zoombezi Bay! You can get a huge discount for Columbus Zoo and Zoombezi Bay! The Columbus Zoo and COTA have again partnered to provide bus service from downtown Columbus, Dublin Park & Ride, and … [Read more...] about COTA Zoo Bus Service and Discount for Columbus Zoo!
Old Worthington Market Day
Worthington's largest festival, Old Worthington Market Day is Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Old Worthington Market Day The streets of Downtown Worthington will feature over 200 artisans selling goods from jewelry, pottery and ceramics to beautiful paintings, decorative … [Read more...] about Old Worthington Market Day
Complete the Stonewall Run for Pride 5K however and whenever in June
The annual Stonewall Pride 5k is virtual again, so you can complete whenever and however you want. Or register for the Virtual Mileage Challenge to complete as many miles as you can throughout June. Organized by Stonewall Columbus and Columbus Pride, this event allows to to run, walk, … [Read more...] about Complete the Stonewall Run for Pride 5K however and whenever in June
U-pick apples, flowers, and more at Branstool Orchards (and a fun play area!)
Branstool Orchards is one of our favorite u-pick orchards to visit in Central Ohio. We always pick peaches and apples (sometimes twice) each year, and they have so many offerings from Summer through Fall. Located in Utica, Branstool Orchards is about 40 minutes from Columbus, and it's … [Read more...] about U-pick apples, flowers, and more at Branstool Orchards (and a fun play area!)
Get started with Disc Golf in Columbus at these great courses
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If you are looking for a new activity that can be done on the cheap and is a fun outdoor activity, you may want to try disc golf. The rules are very similar to regular golf, but instead of a club and balls, you use a disc (much like a frisbee). There are disc golf courses across Columbus, … [Read more...] about Get started with Disc Golf in Columbus at these great courses
Columbus Arts Festival on the Riverfront in Downtown Cbus
The Columbus Arts Festival returns to the downtown Riverfront area along the Scioto Mile on June 7-9, 2024. This free art festival will feature great artists from around the country working with all types of media. You’ll find prints, paintings, jewelry, housewares, glass art, … [Read more...] about Columbus Arts Festival on the Riverfront in Downtown Cbus
Climbing, Adventures, Eclipse, and more at Public Lands
Public Lands is an outdoor specialty store that focuses on exploring outside and protecting America's public lands. The huge store is owned by Dick's Sporting Goods, and is located in Polaris. In addition to outdoor and lifestyle apparel, footwear, and equipment, the 60,000 sq. ft. store … [Read more...] about Climbing, Adventures, Eclipse, and more at Public Lands
