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National Bike to Work Day in Columbus

Get your bike tuned up and your tires filled for National Bike to Work Day on Friday, May 17, 2019. Join hundreds of riders by biking into downtown along one of several pre-planned routes. All routes will end at Columbus City Hall at 8 am for a celebration including free breakfast and coffee, … [Read more...] about National Bike to Work Day in Columbus

Explore the best in Columbus: ColumBEST Awards Party

CANCELLED FOR 2020 Check out all of the best things Columbus has to offer with the ColumBEST Extravaganza on Monday, May 13, 2019 at Express Live.  From 6-8 pm, you'll celebrate the best restaurants, businesses, and places that YOU voted for with (614)Magazine. Tickets are $25 in advance … [Read more...] about Explore the best in Columbus: ColumBEST Awards Party

Easton Food Fest: 3 days of delicious

CANCELLED/POSTPONED for 2021 Food lovers, clear your weekend for the Easton Food Fest on May 17-19.  This weekend-long food celebration will satisfy your taste buds with 3 days dedicated to your favorite things, with Food Truck Friday, Sippin' Saturday, and Sweet Sunday. Easton Food … [Read more...] about Easton Food Fest: 3 days of delicious

Where to celebrate Cinco de Mayo on the cheap

Cinco de Mayo is Thursday, May 5, 2022. Although it's traditionally a Mexican holiday, Americans have been known to join in the celebration, often by eating Mexican food and drinking margaritas or Mexican beer. If you're planning to celebrate, some restaurants are offering discounts to entice you … [Read more...] about Where to celebrate Cinco de Mayo on the cheap

Get fit: Spring Metro Park Hikes

There are lots of Spring Metro Park Hikes coming up at the various Columbus Metro Parks in April and May.  Spring is a great time to visit the parks and see what's in bloom, and there are Metro Park hikes available for all ages and levels. The Metro Parks are one of the great overlooked … [Read more...] about Get fit: Spring Metro Park Hikes

Camelot Cellars Adult Easter Egg Hunt

Don't let kids have all the Easter fun - Camelot Cellars is hosting an Adult Easter Egg Hunt!  On Saturday, April 20, 2019, from 11:30 am - 1:30 p.m., drink some wine and search for eggs around the winery for $5.  The eggs will be filled with fun prizes, including 3 eggs with prizes worth $50!  … [Read more...] about Camelot Cellars Adult Easter Egg Hunt

Valentine’s Day at Soine Vineyards

Soine Vineyards is hosting a Valentine’s Date Night at the winery featuring food and wine on Saturday, February 16, 2019, from 6 – 8 p.m.  Enojy an evening of music with singer-songwriter Kelly Vaughn, plus chocolate fountain and wine!    This is the perfect opportunity to "go out" … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day at Soine Vineyards

CrestFest Street Party

Don't miss CrestFest, the annual street party in South Clintonville on Saturday, August 17, from noon - 9 p.m. - celebrating 10 years of the street party! This family-friendly festival will feature food trucks, live music on 2 stages, local vendors, art activities, kids' activities, and more. The … [Read more...] about CrestFest Street Party

(614) Magazine Restaurant Week Columbus

Plan a tasty meal out (or to-go) in the new year during Restaurant Week Columbus from January 25-30, 2021, presented by (614) Magazine and Revolution Mortgage. Over 100 of the best restaurants throughout Columbus will be offering special 3 course menus at fixed prices ($15-$40), as well as … [Read more...] about (614) Magazine Restaurant Week Columbus

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