Catch a movie under the stars at Columbus Commons this summer with Free Movie Nights. Bring your blanket or chairs and some snacks or a picnic and catch these family-friendly films at dusk downtown. Tortilla and Jeni’s will be open for movie snacks. Saturday, May 25- Encanto (following … [Read more...] about Columbus Commons Free Movie Nights this Summer
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The Hills Market $5 Pancake Breakfast
Celebrate the weekend with the famous $5 Pancake Breakfast at The Hills Market in Worthington. Every Saturday and Sunday on the beautiful veranda starting in May, you can enjoy 2 huge pancakes (plain, chocolate chip, or blueberry), plus sausage and coffee for just $5! Enjoy a Mimosa … [Read more...] about The Hills Market $5 Pancake Breakfast
All skill levels welcome to pedal the Tour de Buckeye Lake
Experience the beauty of Buckeye Lake on scenic routes, perfect for cyclists of all skill levels. Tour de Buckeye Lake is cycling event, focused on displaying the beauty of the Buckeye Lake region hosted by Bike Buckeye Lake on Saturday, August 17, 2024. Bike Buckeye Lake is a nonprofit … [Read more...] about All skill levels welcome to pedal the Tour de Buckeye Lake
Upper Arlington Movies in the Park
Upper Arlington's Parks & Recreation Department hosts FREE outdoor movie nights with Upper Arlington Movies in the Park. Grab chairs, blankets, and snacks, and enjoy a movie under the stars with friends or family. 2024 Movies in the Parks Series Schedule Wonka | Thursday, … [Read more...] about Upper Arlington Movies in the Park
Bicentennial Park Summer Concerts on select Fridays
Columbus Recreation and Parks hosts summer concerts at Bicentennial Park on select Fridays throughout the summer! Starting at 5:30 p.m., each concert will feature a DJ, live music and food trucks. Admission is free. Bring chairs or blankets and a picnic, or dine for food … [Read more...] about Bicentennial Park Summer Concerts on select Fridays
The Science of Big Machines at COSI
COSI partners up with the Ohio Contractor’s Association and the Local 18 Operating Engineers for fan-favorite event, The Science of Big Machines. The Science of Big Machines at COSI Big machines and construction equipment converge in downtown Columbus from Friday, June 8 – Sunday, June … [Read more...] about The Science of Big Machines at COSI
FountainSide Fun at the Scioto Mile Fountains
FountainSide Fun is BACK at the fountains at Bicentennial Park along the beautiful Scioto Mile! After being closed for a period of time, the fountains are ON this summer, daily through September 2, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. For information about changes to Fountain hours or closures … [Read more...] about FountainSide Fun at the Scioto Mile Fountains
Go Lunch! Free summer meals for kids
In an effort to curb food insecurity with kids in Franklin County, there are programs to provide free lunch for kids, and free produce to low income families. The Go, Lunch! Summer Food Program with Columbus Recreation and Parks' offers free, nutritionally balanced meals during the Summer months … [Read more...] about Go Lunch! Free summer meals for kids
Free and cheap family activities to beat the heat
We're getting to the hot part of the summer where you can't go outside for more than 10 minutes some days without being a sticky mess. If you're looking for somewhere to escape the heat, check out these free and cheap family activities around Columbus. Water fun Community Rec Center … [Read more...] about Free and cheap family activities to beat the heat
Free outdoor movies at Columbus Metro Parks
Head to a Columbus Metro Parks this summer and fall for movies under the stars! These free movies are open to all ages! 2024 Outdoor Movies at Columbus Metro Parks Movies start at dusk! Refreshments are provided. Friday, August 23 - Movie in the Park: The Big Year at Scioto Audubon Metro … [Read more...] about Free outdoor movies at Columbus Metro Parks
Free Summer Kids’ Series at Studio 35
Let's face it, summer in Ohio isn't always perfect. We bounce from rain to too hot to too chilly, sometimes in the same week. When the weather isn't what you want or the kids have become annoying, go to the movies! Studio 35 is showing FREE movies for the Summer Kids’ … [Read more...] about Free Summer Kids’ Series at Studio 35
Over 15 Free Summer Reading Programs in Columbus
Summer reading programs are a great incentive to keep kids reading during the Summer months. Students who read over the summer break tend to avoid the "Summer Slide", or Summer learning loss. Students should be reading at least 10-20 minutes each day, and adults should be reading to non-readers … [Read more...] about Over 15 Free Summer Reading Programs in Columbus
Free Summer Kids Movies at Strand Theatre
The Strand Theatre in Delaware is offering Free Summer Kids Movies on Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., from June 4 - July 30, 2024. The theatre will be collecting needed items or money for a different charity each week if you'd wish to make a contribution. See the schedule below to see which … [Read more...] about Free Summer Kids Movies at Strand Theatre
Pizza Hut Camp Book-IT: Combining Pizza and Reading Fun!
Who remembers the Pizza Hut Book-IT program from our childhood? Did you have the Book-IT pin and the gold star stickers that earned a personal pan pizza? Now families can participate in an undated version of Pizza Hut Camp Book-IT with the summer reading program. The Pizza Hut Camp Book-IT … [Read more...] about Pizza Hut Camp Book-IT: Combining Pizza and Reading Fun!
Explore at the Touch a Truck in Westerville
Kids love getting and up-close look and exploring emergency vehicles, construction equipment, and other vehicles at touch a truck events. Bring them to the Touch a Truck in Westerville on Friday, August 9, 2024 from 10 am - 12 pm at the Westerville Sports Complex. Check out fire trucks … [Read more...] about Explore at the Touch a Truck in Westerville
