Head to Goodale Park on select Sundays for free concerts in the park as a part of Goodale Park Music Series. This five-week, family-friendly event is free to attend and will feature local bands Paisha Thomas, The OG Players, The Whiles, Whitley Jean, and Largemouth Brass Band. The … [Read more...] about Tunes in the park at Goodale Park Music Series
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World’s Largest Swimming Lesson and discount at Zoombezi Bay
Make sure your kids know how to swim so they can stay safe this summer! Kick start (or refresh) their swimming abilities with a giant swimming lesson at Zoombezi Bay. With summertime fun, comes sad news stories of kids drowning in pools and other bodies of water. Kids are going to … [Read more...] about World’s Largest Swimming Lesson and discount at Zoombezi Bay
Free Summer Camps and Vacation Bible Schools
Summer is the perfect time for kids to embark on exciting adventures, make new friends, and create lasting memories at free summer camps. Free summer camps and Vacation Bible Schools offer incredible opportunities for children to engage in fun activities and learn valuable skills, while … [Read more...] about Free Summer Camps and Vacation Bible Schools
Wands and Wizards Weekend in Fairfield County
Just 35 minutes outside of Columbus, Wands and Wizards is a weekend-long appreciation of the wizarding world filled with activities the whole family will enjoy. Wands and Wizards Weekend Wands and Wizards Weekend—every Muggle’s dream event—is returning to Fairfield County from August … [Read more...] about Wands and Wizards Weekend in Fairfield County
Festival Latino: Food, fun, and music at Genoa Park
Enjoy free family fun at the annual Festival Latino produced by CAPA on August 10-11, 2024 at Genoa Park near downtown. Since 1996 the Festival Latino has been providing Columbus the opportunity to experience traditional and contemporary Latin American culture and is now the largest … [Read more...] about Festival Latino: Food, fun, and music at Genoa Park
Visit the Hartford Fair: “The Biggest Little Fair in the World”
Ohio LOVES fairs, and if you haven't visited the Hartford Fair before, put it on the calendar for this year for August 4-10, 2024. Located in Croton, just north of Johnstown, the Hartford Fair is only 30-40 minutes from much of Columbus. The first Hartford Fair was in 1858, and in all of … [Read more...] about Visit the Hartford Fair: “The Biggest Little Fair in the World”
KidsLinked’s Free Columbus Children’s Festival
Don't miss the KidsLinked’s Columbus Children's Festival on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at SportsOhio in Dublin from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. The free festival celebrates youth and family sports and will feature lots of activities and entertainment for the family, including sports competitions, family … [Read more...] about KidsLinked’s Free Columbus Children’s Festival
Phoenix Theaters Lennox 24 Free Summer Movie Series
Lennox Town Center 24 is now owned by Phoenix Theaters, and you can enjoy FREE family movies with the Free Summer Movie Series. Films are show at 10 am on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Doors open at 9 am; seating is limited to auditorium capacity. Admission is totally free, and they are … [Read more...] about Phoenix Theaters Lennox 24 Free Summer Movie Series
Free Pollinator Palooza at Franklin Park Conservatory
Celebrate birds, bees, butterflies and all of the creatures that make our gardens grow during Pollinator Palooza, happening Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Franklin Park Conservatory in conjunction with National Pollinator Week. Engage with various organizations that are raising awareness for … [Read more...] about Free Pollinator Palooza at Franklin Park Conservatory
Lolli-Pops! Summer Children’s Concert Series
Bring the family to Powell for some summertime fun with the Lolli-Pops! Children's concert series. The energetic kids' concerts will take place on select Mondays at the Village Green Amphitheater in Powell at 10:30 a.m. Bring your blankets, some snacks, and get ready to dance the … [Read more...] about Lolli-Pops! Summer Children’s Concert Series
Delaware County Fair, Little Brown Jug and All Horse Parade
The Delaware County Fair runs from September 14-21, 2024, and features The Little Brown Jug on September 19, 2024. The fair is always preceded by the All Horse Parade, so mark your calendar for all events! Delaware All Horse Parade But before the fair starts, don't miss the All … [Read more...] about Delaware County Fair, Little Brown Jug and All Horse Parade
Topiary Park Movie Nights
Plan a trip to the beautiful Topiary Park this summer for Topiary Park Summer Movie Nights Under the Stars for an evening with family and friends. Bring a blanket and your family or a date and enjoy the movie, live music, food trucks, and activities. Pack a picnic and enjoy the … [Read more...] about Topiary Park Movie Nights
Free tickets for kids to The Greatest Show On Earth® for reading
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey are set to enchant Columbus with six spectacular performances of The Greatest Show On Earth® at the Schottenstein Center from May 10-12, 2024. Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® has joined forces with local public libraries to foster a love for … [Read more...] about Free tickets for kids to The Greatest Show On Earth® for reading
Ohio State Fair 2024 with concerts, rides, and all of the fair fun!
The Ohio State Fair is back this year from July 24-August 4, 2024! Summer just isn't the same without the butter cow, concerts, midway, fair food - and the whole experience! Enjoy one of the free entertainment stages featuring live music, amazing hypnotists, impressive magicians, and … [Read more...] about Ohio State Fair 2024 with concerts, rides, and all of the fair fun!
Best places for Creeking in Columbus
When it's warm in Ohio, we look for outdoor activities to entertain our kids! Want to fill a warm morning or afternoon? Go creeking in Columbus! Kids LOVE getting their feet wet, looking for bugs, crawdads, fish, and skipping stones. There are places to explore creeks all over Columbus. … [Read more...] about Best places for Creeking in Columbus