Pastime Park in Plain City transforms into a bewitching wonderland on Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 3 pm - 7 pm for the Plain City Fall Festival. This FREE spooktacular experience will include lots of safe Fall fun for families and kids to enjoy. Costumes are encouraged! Plain City Fall … [Read more...] about Plain City Fall Festival brings hayrides, trick or treat trail, and more fall fun to Pastime Park
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Kids Eat Free, Fall Fun, and Craft Shows at Brewdog DogTap Columbus
Brewdog DogTap Columbus is a must-visit brewery in Central Ohio! It's a destination in itself! Guests enjoy a fantastic menu of food and beer, plenty of indoor and outdoor seating in a park-like setting, dog park, beer museum, games, fire pits special events and more. You can even stay at the … [Read more...] about Kids Eat Free, Fall Fun, and Craft Shows at Brewdog DogTap Columbus
The Best Accessible Playgrounds in Columbus for all abilities
Kids of ALL abilities need to play and enjoy playgrounds, so its important to have plenty of options of accessible playgrounds for kids with disabilities or special needs. Accessible and inclusive playgrounds allow kids living with disabilities to play alongside kids without disabilities, which … [Read more...] about The Best Accessible Playgrounds in Columbus for all abilities
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
Explore Dublin with the Dublin Park Pass for a chance of prizes
July is National Parks and Recreation Month, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with the return of Visit Dublin’s 2024 Parks Pass in partnership with OhioHealth. The Dublin Park Pass is FREE and fully digital to encourage users explore 60+ parks throughout … [Read more...] about Explore Dublin with the Dublin Park Pass for a chance of prizes
DogTap Back to School Bash
It's back to school time, and DogTap Columbus wants to celebrate with the kids with the DogTap Back to School Bash. On Saturday, August 17, 2024 from noon to 4pm, DogTap will transform into a lively hub of excitement, while also offering the opportunity to give back and … [Read more...] about DogTap Back to School Bash
Visit these Story Trails in Columbus for reading + nature fun!
Did you know that there are Story Trails and Story Walks all over Columbus? These special trails are located in parks, and feature nature-inspired stories for you to enjoy along your walk. Storybook Trails combine the love for reading, nature, and outdoor activity, and are a great way to spend … [Read more...] about Visit these Story Trails in Columbus for reading + nature fun!
Scioto Fest 2024: A Weekend of Outdoor Fun at Scioto Audubon Metro Park
Enjoy a weekend of outdoor adventure at Scioto Fest 2024 on September 13-14, 2024 at Scioto Audubon Metro Park. This free annual event is a perfect way to welcome the fall season. Friday Evening Highlights The festivities kick off on Friday at 5 p.m. with the return of "Yappy Hour," where dog … [Read more...] about Scioto Fest 2024: A Weekend of Outdoor Fun at Scioto Audubon Metro Park
Staying safe from Ticks in Columbus and around Ohio
While the weather in Spring, Summer, and Fall makes us want to be outside, insects can be a real bug in Ohio. While mosquitos may be the most annoying, ticks are the hidden danger. The population of ticks in Columbus and around Ohio has been on the rise in recent years, thanks to warmer … [Read more...] about Staying safe from Ticks in Columbus and around Ohio
Discover the Enchanting Topiary Park in the Discovery District | Free Events this Summer
Located in the heart of the Discovery District Topiary Garden Park is a 9+ acre public park that is home to a sculpted evergreen garden depicting Georges Seurat’s 1887 A Sunday Afternoon on the Isle of La Grande Jatte. Topiary Park The park is filled with topiaries shaped … [Read more...] about Discover the Enchanting Topiary Park in the Discovery District | Free Events this Summer
Outdoor Inclusive Adventures at Prairie Oaks for all abilities
Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks and the YMCA of Central Ohio (Community Strengthening) are hosting the 8th Annual Outdoor Inclusive Adventures on Sunday, September 8, 2024 from 11am - 3pm. This fun day will feature inclusive activities for the whole family. Children, teens, and … [Read more...] about Outdoor Inclusive Adventures at Prairie Oaks for all abilities
15 Sunflower Fields in Central Ohio
Visiting a sunflower field is a "must do" in late summer or fall, and fields are popping up all over. Grab your family or friends, and get ready to post your sunny pics on IG when you visit one of these sunflower fields around Central Ohio (or a little further). Most fields won't bloom until … [Read more...] about 15 Sunflower Fields in Central Ohio
Adventure Awaits! Explore the Magical Fairy Trail in Granville
Need to get out of the house for a little fun? The Fairy Trail at Infirmary Park in Granville, Ohio opens for the season on Saturday, May 4, 2024! Take the kids on an adventure through the woods and keep an eye out for fairies as you find approximately 30 little fairy homes, schools, and … [Read more...] about Adventure Awaits! Explore the Magical Fairy Trail in Granville
Best Places for Canoeing and Kayaking in Columbus
Get outside and enjoy nature with a paddle on the water this summer! Don't know where to go? We've gathered a list of the best places for canoeing and kayaking in Columbus, along with places to rent your boats or stand up paddle boards. Explore the waterways and the banks of the rivers and … [Read more...] about Best Places for Canoeing and Kayaking in Columbus
15 fields and farms with Lavender in Ohio to visit this Summer
We can't get enough of gorgeous fields of flowers, and lavender fields are some of the prettiest (and best smelling) fields you can enjoy! Find out where you can find some amazing lavender in Ohio. And then see where you can find Sunflower Fields in Ohio, including many in Central Ohio, starting … [Read more...] about 15 fields and farms with Lavender in Ohio to visit this Summer
