This summer take the kids bowling without emptying your wallet! KidsBowlFree.com offers two games of bowling for free every day for kids at participating bowling alleys (up to ages 18 and under, depending on location). Additionally, adults and older kids are eligible for two free games a day … [Read more...] about Sign up for Kids Bowl Free this Summer!
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is one of the premier botanical gardens in Ohio. It's located just east of Franklin Park approximately two miles from downtown Columbus. If you're looking for things to do in Columbus, this will always be one of our top suggestions! It's fun for … [Read more...] about Franklin Park Conservatory & Botanical Gardens: Events, Discounts & Must-See Exhibits
Catch a movie at the South Drive-in Theatre in Columbus! Drive-in movies are a perfect option, no matter the weather! Make it a date or bring the family - they offer movies for everyone to enjoy. The only remaining drive-in theatres in Columbus, the South has been going strong since 1950. This is … [Read more...] about Huge Flea market and drive-in movies at the South Drive In Theatre
The Easter Bunny is coming to Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops in 2025, and it's a fan-favorite Easter set! Get Easter Bunny pictures at Cabela's and Bass Pro Shops from April 5-6, April 12-20, 2025. Easter Bunny at Cabela's and Bass Pro Shops This is always a seasonal favorite! Cabela's and … [Read more...] about Free Easter Bunny pictures at Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops
Head to Powell on Saturday, April 5, 2025 for the Bunny Hop and Pictures with the Bunny at Village Green Park! Kids will enjoy a Spring craft and get a goodie bag from the Bunny. Registration for family is required. Registration is open for residents; non-residents begins Mon., March … [Read more...] about Powell Bunny Hop and Pictures with the Bunny
Get ready to witness the awe-inspiring displays of aviation agility as the Columbus Air Show soars into the skies of Columbus, Ohio. This thrilling spectacle returns August 22-24, 2025. Catch jaw-dropping aerial maneuvers, breathtaking aerial displays, and an up-close looks at an impressive … [Read more...] about Columbus Air Show Takes Flight in Aug 2025 at Rickenbacker Intl Airport (buy tickets now!)
Get ready for the “fastest 55-seconds/minutes” in Upper Arlington during the Easter Egg Hunt and Bunny Trail. Held since 1972, the UA Civic Association partners with UA Parks & Recreation on this special Easter event. The Easter Egg Hunt and Bunny Trail is Saturday, April … [Read more...] about Upper Arlington Easter Egg Hunt and Bunny Trail
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
The Pataskala Easter Egg Hunt returns to Foundation park on Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 1-4 pm. This is a FREE community event with activities for all ages and age-specific egg hunts. Kids can hunt for approx. 20,000 eggs, plus there are dozens of prizes and easter baskets! Other … [Read more...] about Pataskala Easter Egg Hunt with Easter bunny, activities, and 20,000+ eggs!
Spring has sprung, and you can join the fun with the Hilliard Kidsfest at the Franklin County Fairgrounds on Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 9 am - 1 pm. Columbus Bunny Run Start your morning with the Columbus Bunny Run, with a classic run (1.5 or 3 mile) or Fun Run (.25 or .5 mile). Race entry … [Read more...] about Columbus Bunny Run and Hilliard Kidsfest with KidsLinked
Get out of the house and spend a couple of hours at Olentangy Caverns just north of Columbus. If it's your first time there, you'll wonder why you've never gone before! They open for the season on March 21, 2025! There's so much to do...from caverns, petting zoo, playground, putt-putt, gem … [Read more...] about Caverns, animals, and adventure at Olentangy Caverns
Bank of America customers can enjoy free museum admission on the first full weekend of every month through the bank’s Museums On Us program. Show your Bank of America or Merrill Lynch, or U.S. Trust credit or debit card and a photo ID on Saturday or Sunday of the first full weekend. You'll … [Read more...] about Free museum pass for Bank of America customers
KidX Club at Polaris Fashion Place brings kids together with FREE activities that inspire them to explore their world. Kids will have fun, playful and educational experiences at the events throughout the year. KidX Basketball Madness Thursday, March 20, 2025 | 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm Join us for … [Read more...] about KidX March Madness at Dave and Busters Polaris
Some of the best museums and cultural centers have collaborated to become more accessible and affordable for all. Columbus Museum of Art, COSI, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, National Veterans Memorial and Museum, Ohio History Center and Ohio Village, and the Wexner Center for … [Read more...] about ‘Museums for All’ makes Columbus attractions accessible to all
It's Science time! The COSI Science Festival is April 30 - May 3, 2025 featuring science-based events all over the city for ALL AGES! At the end of all of the learning (that'll feel more like fun than education), celebrate your newfound science skills at the Big Science Celebration on May … [Read more...] about Celebrate Science! COSI Science Festival
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