Pelotonia Ride Weekend is back for a weekend of cycling, entertainment, and volunteerism from August 3-4, 2024! The weekend kicks off Friday evening with Opening Ceremony for participants, and continues Saturday and Sunday with ride routes ranging from 20 to 190 miles. Get involved, even … [Read more...] about Cheer on riders for Pelotonia Ride Weekend
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Get Outdoors at Alum Creek State Park
Spending time in the great outdoors is a relaxing and wonderful experience. In central Ohio, we are fortunate to have plenty of greenspaces and parks, including Alum Creek State Park located in Delaware County. Only 25 minutes north of downtown Columbus, Alum Creek's 4,630-acres of shale … [Read more...] about Get Outdoors at Alum Creek State Park
Free summer workouts for teens: Planet Fitness High School Summer Pass
Whether your teens are in involved in athletics or just want to work on health and fitness through the summer, they can work out for FREE with the Planet Fitness High School Summer Pass. The Planet Fitness High School Summer Pass invites teens ages 14-19 to work out for FREE in all of … [Read more...] about Free summer workouts for teens: Planet Fitness High School Summer Pass
Get Fit: Columbus Commons Fitness Classes
Get fit under the sun for free at the Columbus Commons Fitness classes this Summer. Classes are provided free of charge thanks to UnitedHealthcare and coordinated with Seven Studios and Raw Yoga 614 from May - September 2024. Bring your water bottle, towel and yoga mat. Classes will be … [Read more...] about Get Fit: Columbus Commons Fitness Classes
Evening kayaking on the Hoover with Celestial Paddles
Enjoy unique lunar events like super moons and full moons while kayaking on the Hoover with Celestial Paddles with City of Gahanna Parks and Recreation. Kayaks (solo or tandem), life vests, and paddles will be provided, and guides will assist participants along the float. Ages: 8+ … [Read more...] about Evening kayaking on the Hoover with Celestial Paddles
Get started with Disc Golf in Columbus at these great courses
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If you are looking for a new activity that can be done on the cheap and is a fun outdoor activity, you may want to try disc golf. The rules are very similar to regular golf, but instead of a club and balls, you use a disc (much like a frisbee). There are disc golf courses across Columbus, … [Read more...] about Get started with Disc Golf in Columbus at these great courses
Climbing, Adventures, Eclipse, and more at Public Lands
Public Lands is an outdoor specialty store that focuses on exploring outside and protecting America's public lands. The huge store is owned by Dick's Sporting Goods, and is located in Polaris. In addition to outdoor and lifestyle apparel, footwear, and equipment, the 60,000 sq. ft. store … [Read more...] about Climbing, Adventures, Eclipse, and more at Public Lands
SUP and Kayaking with Get Out Adventures (Veterans Paddle Free!)
Go adventuring with Get Out Adventures! If you love being outside and being active, this organization will not only offer so much fun for you, but it's all in support of such a good cause. Get Out Adventures is a social enterprise with 100% of net revenue going to support Adaptive Sports … [Read more...] about SUP and Kayaking with Get Out Adventures (Veterans Paddle Free!)
Annual Ride of Silence Columbus with Yay Bikes
Join cyclists in a short, slow and silent processional through Columbus in honor of those who have been injured or killed while cycling on public roadways with the annual Ride of Silence on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 with YAY Bikes. Riders will be participating in cities worldwide for … [Read more...] about Annual Ride of Silence Columbus with Yay Bikes
Sunday Swim at Upper Arlington High School Natatorium
On Sundays you can go swimming at Upper Arlington High School Natatorium! Swimming is an excellent low-impact activity year round. The popular Sunday Swim program has returned from September 17, 2023 - April 28, 2024 from 1-3 pm. The pool is not available during school breaks and other select … [Read more...] about Sunday Swim at Upper Arlington High School Natatorium
20 of the best Dog Parks in Columbus
Dogs need exercise and socialization to be happy and healthy, and fenced, off-leash dog parks make it easy for dog owners to provide both for their pups. Most dog parks have trees with shade, which allow dogs to run without worrying about overheating, so dog parks are a great place for them to … [Read more...] about 20 of the best Dog Parks in Columbus
Skate Zone 71 Spring Break and Easter Skating fun
Weather in Ohio often means that it's too cold, too rainy, or too hot to play outside, depending on which season we are in. Get active and go skating! Check out Skate Zone 71 discounts and special events and skate off some energy. Skate Zone 71 offers 2-4 skate sessions most days … [Read more...] about Skate Zone 71 Spring Break and Easter Skating fun
5k Run or Walk: Columbus Races Roundup for 2024
Race entry frees aren't exactly cheap, but registering for races helps people stay accountable with a healthy lifestyle and exercise routine. Being healthy IS frugal. Find races in Columbus that support causes close to your heart, or that have the best swag bag! Running in the USA already has 70+ … [Read more...] about 5k Run or Walk: Columbus Races Roundup for 2024
Arnold Sports Festival and Expo in Columbus
The largest multi-sport event in the Nation is back in Columbus when the Arnold Sports Festival returns to the Columbus Convention Center from February 29 - March 3, 2024! This event is every fitness enthusiasts “must-attend” event. It draws more than 22,000 athletes annually who compete in … [Read more...] about Arnold Sports Festival and Expo in Columbus
Grab your sled: Best Sledding hills in Columbus
It's snow time! Get the kids (or your friends) out of the house for some sledding this winter. These central Ohio parks have sledding hills of varying degrees - gentle and long, to fast and steep. Sledding counts as exercise (assuming you walk back up the hill), so you can get in a workout and … [Read more...] about Grab your sled: Best Sledding hills in Columbus
