Looking for something fun to do with the kids? We've gathered a list of free and cheap events for kids and families to enjoy. We've included events for kids of all ages, from babies to teenagers, so make sure you check the links to see what activities are appropriate for your kids. You'll find … [Read more...] about Upcoming free and cheap events for kids
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The Ohio State Homecoming Parade
Brutus, parade floats, and Buckeye pride will hit the streets on campus for The Ohio State Homecoming Parade on Friday, October 25, 2024! Check out the creative and fun floats, as they compete to win prize money. Check out all of the festivities for Ohio State Homecoming. Ohio State … [Read more...] about The Ohio State Homecoming Parade
Fall fun on the Farm at Van Buren Acres
Central Ohio has some amazing farms to visit in the fall for pumpkins, activities, and agri-tourism, and Van Buren Acres in Hebron is one of the best for fall and holiday farm fun! If you've driven east on Columbus on Rt. 70, you've probably seen this fun farm in the Columbus area. Van … [Read more...] about Fall fun on the Farm at Van Buren Acres
Free party for your 1 year old with CelebrateOne 1st Birthday Party
Do you have a baby turning 1 this year? Come to a CelebrateOne 1st Birthday Party to celebrate your little one! All registered families will receive a special gift for their one year old. CelebrateOne, created with the City of Columbus in 2014, connects pregnant women and families with … [Read more...] about Free party for your 1 year old with CelebrateOne 1st Birthday Party
Pickerington Oktoberfest and Bier Garden with Combustion Brewery
Celebrate a favorite Fall festival with Pickerington Oktoberfest on Friday, September 27 - Saturday, September 28, 2024. This outdoor event and bier garden will take place in the Combustion parking lot. The event features live music all day, food trucks, Oktoberfest Beer Mile, traditional … [Read more...] about Pickerington Oktoberfest and Bier Garden with Combustion Brewery
Go Fourth! A Block Party returns to Italian Village on September 22
Looking for a fun, free way to spend a Sunday in Columbus? Go Fourth! A Block Party for All is back for its third year in Italian Village, and it’s bigger than ever! Hosted by the Short North Alliance, this event will take place on Sunday, September 22, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., with a … [Read more...] about Go Fourth! A Block Party returns to Italian Village on September 22
RidgeFest at Glacier Ridge: A Fall Celebration for All Ages
Celebrate the season at RidgeFest, Glacier Ridge's annual fall festival on Saturday, October 19, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. This family-friendly event promises a day of fun, food, and festivities at Glacier Ridge Metro Park, located at 9801 Hyland Croy Rd, Plain City, OH. What to Expect … [Read more...] about RidgeFest at Glacier Ridge: A Fall Celebration for All Ages
Cycle UA Community Bike Ride
Enjoy a family-friendly community bike ride through Upper Arlington complete with built-in rest stops, parks and neighborhood views with Cycle UA. This is a hybrid event offering large group event ride or independent ride opportunities. Choose to complete the Cycle UA ride alongside … [Read more...] about Cycle UA Community Bike Ride
Raising Cane’s back-to-school special with free Kids Combo
Back to school is EXPENSIVE, and Raising Cane's wants to make raising kids a little more affordable during back to school. To celebrate the start of the school year, Raising Cane’s is offering a FREE Kids Combo with the purchase of any combo (except a Kids Combo) at … [Read more...] about Raising Cane’s back-to-school special with free Kids Combo
Butterfly Weekend at Blendon Woods
Learn about amazing life cycle and 2,000 mile journey of the monarch butterfly at Blendon Woods Butterfly Weekend from August 31 - September 2, 2024. Butterfly Weekend The festival celebrates the 2,000 mile journey of the monarch butterfly and will feature live butterflies, displays, videos … [Read more...] about Butterfly Weekend at Blendon Woods
Hello Kitty Cafe Truck rolls into Easton Town Center
The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is rolling back into Columbus for one day only on Saturday, October 5, 2024! From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., the popular, all-pink cafe on wheels will be parked at Easton Town Center in Town Square near Crate & Barrel. Fans of Hello Kitty can look forward to … [Read more...] about Hello Kitty Cafe Truck rolls into Easton Town Center
Ohio State Fire Marshal Festival celebrates our brave firefighters
Families will have a blast at the FREE Ohio State Fire Marshal Festival on Saturday, September 14, 2024, from 10 am - 3 pm in Reynoldsburg. The festival is at the Ohio State Fire Marshal's campus, and kids will learn more about firefighters and the work they do. It's a celebration of … [Read more...] about Ohio State Fire Marshal Festival celebrates our brave firefighters
Top things to do in Grove City, Ohio
Grove City is a suburb of southwest Columbus, Ohio in Franklin County. It boasts a small-town feel with plenty of parks, businesses, community events, plus the convenience of nearby Columbus. Downtown Columbus is just 15-20 minutes away. This vibrant little city offers a variety of … [Read more...] about Top things to do in Grove City, Ohio
Columbus Women and Girls’ Fest at Maroon Arts Box Park
Annually, Columbus Women & Girls’ Fest celebrates and promotes women and girl-identified leaders in arts and culture. The WGFest is free and open to the public, hosted By Education Foundation for Freedom. The Columbus WGFest is on August 25, 2024 from 12 pm - 6 pm at Maroon Arts … [Read more...] about Columbus Women and Girls’ Fest at Maroon Arts Box Park
Explore city vehicles and more at New Albany Touch a Truck
If your kids love trucks, safety vehicles, and heavy equipment, don't miss the New Albany Touch a Truck! Head to the New Albany Public Service Department on Saturday, August 24, 2024 from 10 am - noon. Kids will explore their favorite vehicles including fire engines, police cars, snow plows, leaf … [Read more...] about Explore city vehicles and more at New Albany Touch a Truck
