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National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day (and great cookies around Cbus!)

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National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day is Sunday, August 4! Need an excuse to enjoy a chocolate chip cookie? This is your chance! Whether you like your cookies crunchy or chewy, with dark or milk chocolate chips, homemade, bakery, or store-bought (nah), make sure you enjoy a cookie in honor of … [Read more...] about National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day (and great cookies around Cbus!)

Free Slurpee Day & other birthday specials at 7-Eleven and Speedway

7-Eleven is having a birthday on July 11, and we are all invited to the party! To celebrate turning 97, the chain is celebrating with Free Slurpee Day. Free Slurpee at 7-Eleven and Speedway 7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes stores will celebrate Slurpee Day by giving every customer one FREE small … [Read more...] about Free Slurpee Day & other birthday specials at 7-Eleven and Speedway

Try all the local goodies at Taste of Clintonville

See what goodies Clintonville has to offer with Taste of Clintonville on Thursday, September 12, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  This delicious event will take place at Mozart’s (4784 N. High St.), hosted by Experience Clintonville.  2024 Taste of Clintonville You'll enjoy … [Read more...] about Try all the local goodies at Taste of Clintonville

Columbus Serbian Festival showcase Serbian food and culture

Eat, Drink, Sing, Dance at the annual Serbian Festival at St. Stevan of Dechani! You won’t need a passport to travel to Serbia! The church’s grounds are transformed into a Serbian village with homemade Serbian dishes and pastries, full bar with Serbian beer, Slivovica, and wines. Enjoy live … [Read more...] about Columbus Serbian Festival showcase Serbian food and culture

Cruise into these Bike Nights in Columbus

The weather is warming up, which means Bike Nights in Columbus are about to begin! Whether you have a motorcycle, or you just enjoy looking, all are welcome to enjoy these fun nights outside.  Bike Nights usually offer live music, food and drink specials, and of course, lots of … [Read more...] about Cruise into these Bike Nights in Columbus

Re-Slice of Columbus Pizza Tasting

Love pizza??  Slice of Columbus pizza festival has a new format and name - Re-Slice of Columbus! This awesome, tasty pizza-slinging event is organized by the Development Board of Nationwide Children's Hospital.  Re-Slice, a twist on the beloved Slice of Columbus, is … [Read more...] about Re-Slice of Columbus Pizza Tasting

Don’t miss the Taste of Powell Tour in 2024

A Taste of Powell is a tasty tour of local Powell-area restaurants on Sunday, July 14, 2024 from 10 am - 7 pm.  You'll enjoy samples of unique dishes at over 20 Powell-area restaurants including The Daily Growler, Liberty Tavern, Local Roots, on your self-guided tour around Powell and … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the Taste of Powell Tour in 2024

Where to go berry picking in Columbus this Spring and Summer

Whether you prefer one type of berry or love them all (like I do), there are so many farms to go berry picking in Columbus and Central Ohio. U-pick berry farms are a must-do summer activity, and below you'll find a huge list of u-pick farms for strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, … [Read more...] about Where to go berry picking in Columbus this Spring and Summer

The Ohio Eggfest Annual Cooking Competition

Specialty Gas House & Buckeye Cruise for Cancer hosts the 10th Annual The Ohio EGGfest! Join them on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at The Fortress Obetz in Obetz, Ohio. This family-friendly gathering of “foodies,” celebrates the greatest charcoal-based invention in culinary history – The … [Read more...] about The Ohio Eggfest Annual Cooking Competition

Grove City Bourbon and Spirits Festival

If you love bourbon and other distilled beverages, and want to try some without spending a lot of money, don't miss the Annual Heart of Grove City Bourbon and Spirits Festival, formerly the Bourbon Tasting.  On Saturday, August 10, 2024 from 1 p.m. - 10 p.m., sample liquors from awesome … [Read more...] about Grove City Bourbon and Spirits Festival

2024 National Ice Cream Day deals in Columbus

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National Ice Cream Day is Sunday, July 21, 2024, and you can find deals and freebies all over the city! Click on the link for details. We won't tell if you enjoy more than one of these offers (or 3!) on Sunday - just watch out for brain freeze! If you haven't already, you … [Read more...] about 2024 National Ice Cream Day deals in Columbus

Gahanna Creekside Hops and Vines Fest

Enjoy a special night out with Creekside Hops and Vines Fest, a craft beer and wine tasting event hosted by Gahanna Parks & Recreation Foundation.  The event is on Saturday, September 7, 2024 from 6:00 - 11:00 p.m. at Creekside Plaza. Creekside Hops & Vines … [Read more...] about Gahanna Creekside Hops and Vines Fest

National Tequila Day specials on July 24

National Tequila Day is Wednesday, July 24, 2024! I'm not much of a "shots" person, so I prefer my tequila in a margarita. Do you order your margaritas on the rocks or frozen, salt or sugar? Rocks/salt for me please! If you're looking for a place to celebrate, you might as well take advantage … [Read more...] about National Tequila Day specials on July 24

Free Tea Day at McAlister’s Deli on July 18

McAlister's Deli is known for their iced tea, and they celebrate every year with Free Tea Day! On Thursday, July 18, 2024, all customers get a free Big tea. Although McAlister's is famous for its sweet tea, it will also treat you to the unsweetened version, if that's your preference. As a … [Read more...] about Free Tea Day at McAlister’s Deli on July 18

Happy Birthday Krispy Kreme! BOGO 86 cent Dozen to celebrate

Krispy Kreme is celebrating 86 years, and throwing a big party. To celebrate, Krispy Kreme has an extra sweet deal on Friday, July 12! Get an 87-cent Original Glazed® dozen with any dozen purchase, both in-shop and online. Limit 4 in shop and 1 online. Promo code BDAY required for online … [Read more...] about Happy Birthday Krispy Kreme! BOGO 86 cent Dozen to celebrate

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