Willkommen zum Oktoberfest at Zoombezi Bay! While the water park usually closes on Labor Day, they are staying open one last weekend to celebrate Oktoberfest on September 7-8, 2024 from 11 am - 6 pm! Slide into the world of German music, enjoy pumpkin and fall-flavored beers on tap courtesy … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest at Zoombezi Bay- one last weekend!
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Pumpkin EVERYTHING at The Great Circleville Pumpkin Show
Don't miss the oldest and largest (and highly anticipated) festival in Ohio this fall! The Circleville Pumpkin Show is from Wednesday, October 16 – Saturday, October 19, 2024. This huge pumpkin festival always starts the 3rd Wednesday of October - just in case you need to request off work … [Read more...] about Pumpkin EVERYTHING at The Great Circleville Pumpkin Show
Enjoy the artistry at Chalk the Block at Easton
Watch talented artists chalk up the town square at Easton Town Center during Chalk the Block on September 28-29, 2024 October 5-6, 2024. (September date rescheduled due to rain) On Saturday, more than 40 artists will design and draw large scale artworks from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. to compete for … [Read more...] about Enjoy the artistry at Chalk the Block at Easton
Celebrate Local Art with Scrawl in Franklinton
, Scrawl returns to the renewed arts neighborhood of Franklinton on September 7-8, 2024 at 400 Square, next to 400 West Rich St. The free 2 day festival will feature local artists painting murals as you watch, local music, dance and performing arts, crafts, food vendors, beer, and … [Read more...] about Celebrate Local Art with Scrawl in Franklinton
15 Sunflower Fields in Central Ohio
Visiting a sunflower field is a "must do" in late summer or fall, and fields are popping up all over. Grab your family or friends, and get ready to post your sunny pics on IG when you visit one of these sunflower fields around Central Ohio (or a little further). Most fields won't bloom until … [Read more...] about 15 Sunflower Fields in Central Ohio
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Boo at the Zoo is merry, not scary!
Get ready for lighthearted Halloween fun without the fright during the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium's annual Boo at the Zoo celebration. This merry-not-scary, frightfully delightful event will take place the following weekends of October 2025. October 10-12, 17-19, and 24-26, 2025 Join the … [Read more...] about Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Boo at the Zoo is merry, not scary!
U-pick: where to go Peach and Apple picking in Columbus
Orchard season is starting soon, so get ready to go peach picking and apple picking in Columbus! Peach season is in July and August, and apple season typically runs from July to early November, wrapping up with my favorite variety, Goldrush! I've gathered a list of the 12 best places for … [Read more...] about U-pick: where to go Peach and Apple picking in Columbus
Celebrate Fall Harvest with Mater Academy Reed Road
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Join Mater Academy on October 28, 2023 from 11AM to 2PM for a delightful, FREE, family-friendly event welcoming the harvest season and the festive times that follow! - The Petting Zoo is sure to be a hit with kids giving them an opportunity to meet sweet and friendly animals - Bounce … [Read more...] about Celebrate Fall Harvest with Mater Academy Reed Road
Powell Fall Festival and Food Drive
Gather with community at the Powell Fall Festival and Food Drive on Saturday, October 28, 2023. There will be food trucks, kids activities, and live music at Village Green Park. Admission is free with a donation to People in Need of Delaware County. Powell Fall Festival … [Read more...] about Powell Fall Festival and Food Drive
Walk amongst 1000’s of glowing pumpkins Jack O’Lantern World
NOT IN COLUMBUS in 2024 It's spooky season and you can immerse yourself amongst 1000's of hand-carved pumpkins at Jack O'Lantern World at Franklin County Fairground. Jack O' Lantern World You'll walk amongst 1000's of carved pumpkins on the 3/4 mile path through 17 immersive worlds of … [Read more...] about Walk amongst 1000’s of glowing pumpkins Jack O’Lantern World
The best upcoming Central Ohio Festivals
Festival Season is here and there are over 325 Central Ohio festivals throughout the year with free and cheap options nearly every weekend within a short drive of Columbus. Get out and explore a few new festivals this year! There are plenty of festivals in September that you don't … [Read more...] about The best upcoming Central Ohio Festivals
Haunted Mine Adventure: An immersive walk-through experience
Looking for a unique, family-friendly Halloween event? Join Olentangy Liberty High School Liberty Theater Workshop at Haunted Mine Adventure: The Story of the Black Arachna Mine. The immersive walk-through adventure runs from October 21-31, 2021, and has a family-friendly focus, with … [Read more...] about Haunted Mine Adventure: An immersive walk-through experience
Traveling Water Circus: Cirque Italia returns
If you've never had the chance to catch a Cirque show or other aerial performance show, it's your chance to be amazed. Cirque Italia, the first traveling water circus, is coming to Zanesville and Heath, Ohio this Fall. At Cirque Italia, the high-energy acts swing from ropes, flip over … [Read more...] about Traveling Water Circus: Cirque Italia returns
OSU CHAIRE Family-Animal Interaction Day
Center for Human-Animal Interactions Research & Education at Ohio State University, or CHAIRE, hosts family-friendly fundraiser that is perfect for animal lovers. Family-Animal Interaction Day is Saturday, October 2, 2021 from noon - 5 pm, and will be full of animal fun. This exciting … [Read more...] about OSU CHAIRE Family-Animal Interaction Day
Field trips and fall fun day trips to Fairfield County
Fairfield County is just a short drive from Columbus, and there's so much to do and see! You'll find kid-friendly museums, spacious parks, beautiful green spaces, art centers, great dining options, community events, 17 historical covered bridges, and an open-air art trail Fall Fun in Fairfield … [Read more...] about Field trips and fall fun day trips to Fairfield County
