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”
Festivals
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
Mount Carmel St. Ann’s 4th Fridays in Uptown Westerville
Head to Uptown Westerville for Mount Carmel St. Ann’s 4th Fridays from May through October from 6-9 pm. There will be fun for everyone with live entertainment, kids' activities, food carts, and street vendors. Plus, the Uptown shops will stay open late, so you'll get to explore the wide variety … [Read more...] about Mount Carmel St. Ann’s 4th Fridays in Uptown Westerville
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
PetPromise Rescue Run and Walk 2024
Be like Bob Barker and help promote awareness of pet overpopulation and support efforts to change the future for homeless pets by participating in the annual PetPromise Rescue Run/Walk. The event is held Memorial Day weekend at McFerson Commons Park in the Arena District in … [Read more...] about PetPromise Rescue Run and Walk 2024
Grove City Paws in the Plaza
Have a dog-gone good time on the 2nd Wednesday every month, May through October 2024 with Rewind 103.5/104.3 Paws in the Plaza at Grove City Town Center! Join George Wolf for an exceptional summer experience with your furry companion, at REWIND’S PAWS IN THE PLAZA. From 6 pm - 8 pm, owners … [Read more...] about Grove City Paws in the Plaza
Columbus Arts Festival on the Riverfront in Downtown Cbus
The Columbus Arts Festival returns to the downtown Riverfront area along the Scioto Mile on June 6-8, 2025 This free art festival will feature great artists from around the country working with all types of media. You’ll find prints, paintings, jewelry, housewares, glass art, … [Read more...] about Columbus Arts Festival on the Riverfront in Downtown Cbus
Family Funday at the Columbus Commons
Bring the family out for a good time at the Columbus Commons for Family Funday on Saturday, May 24, 2025 from 11 am - 4 pm. Enjoy free family-friendly games, crafts, face painting, carousel rides, live music, inflatables and more. More fun events include: … [Read more...] about Family Funday at the Columbus Commons
Drink Local: Six One Pour Craft Beer Fest
Columbus knows beer. And while Columbus Craft Beer Week isn't on the schedule, the highlight - Six One Pour Craft Beer Fest - is beer festival you don't want to miss! Six One Pour Craft Beer Fest On Saturday, May 4, 2024 the annual Ohio craft beer festival is at the Ohio History Center … [Read more...] about Drink Local: Six One Pour Craft Beer Fest
Pickerington PetFest in Victory Park
Bring your pups to Victory Park in Pickerington to enjoy the annual Pickerington PetFest with all things pet related on Saturday, April 20, 2024 from 1 pm - 4 pm. Pickerington PetFest You and your pet will enjoy demonstrations, vendors, and a pet contest. All types of pets are allowed, but we … [Read more...] about Pickerington PetFest in Victory Park
Hilltop Spring Jamboree celebrates Spring and Music
The Hilltop Spring Jamboree is a free and family-friendly event on Saturday, May 11, 2024, from 1pm-7pm. TBA for 2025. Attendees will enjoy live music all day, an instrument petting zoo, and other artmaking activities. Music and arts organizations from around the city will be on hand to share … [Read more...] about Hilltop Spring Jamboree celebrates Spring and Music
Mini Renaissance Faire on Sports and Pastimes at Ohio State
The Center for Medieval and Renaissance Studies at the Ohio State University is set to transport enthusiasts into a vibrant world of historical games, sports, and pastimes during its biennial celebration of Popular Culture and the Deep Past (PCDP), "Let the Games Begin!: Sports and Pastimes in the … [Read more...] about Mini Renaissance Faire on Sports and Pastimes at Ohio State
Celebrate Syrup at Camp Lazarus Maple Fest
Boy Scouts of America sponsor the Camp Lazarus Maple Fest, and everyone is invited! Celebrate maple syrup season at this fun event TBA 2025 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Camp Lazarus Maple Fest Visit the Adams Mullins Sugar Shack to learn how to make maple syrup and meet the syrup … [Read more...] about Celebrate Syrup at Camp Lazarus Maple Fest
Easton Halloween Pet Contest and Fall Festival
Dress your pet in their best costume and bring them to Easton for the HOWLoween Pet Contest & Fall Festival. TBA for 2024. The Easton Halloween Pet Contest and Fall Festival is tba for 2024. Details on website. Easton Halloween Pet Contest Costumes will be judged and awards given based … [Read more...] about Easton Halloween Pet Contest and Fall Festival
Meet all the dogs at the AKC Meet the Breeds dog showcase
AKC Meet the Breeds® is America's largest in-person dog breed educational showcase on October 14, 2023 from 9 am - 4 pm at Columbus Convention Center. The dog showcase is perfect for the whole family with children's tickets starting at $10 and adult tickets starting at … [Read more...] about Meet all the dogs at the AKC Meet the Breeds dog showcase
