Explore the Natural Playground at Blendon Woods
A 10-acre area with a wooded hillside and ravine where kids can safely roam and enjoy unstructured play in nature by climbing trees, playing in the dirt and other fun adventures
Location: 4265 E Dublin Granville Rd. Columbus, OH 43081 – Turn right at ranger station then second left to parking lot. Entrance at far end of the lot.
Date(s): Everyday
Time(s): 6:30am to 8pm
Cost: Free
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Check out this blog post on why they built the play area + see more pictures.
The Topiary Park of Columbus
The art park is a recreation in topiary of, A Sunday Afternoon of the Isle of La Grande Jatte, by Georges Seurat. This is the only topiary interpretation of a painting in existence! The landscape consists of 50 topiary people, 8 boats, 3 dogs, a monkey, a cat, a real pond and trees.
Location: 480 E. Town St., Columbus, OH 43215
Date(s)/Time(s): Everyday, 7:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Cost: Free
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Walk the Storybook Trail at Alum Creek
Storybook Trail is a 1/2 mile long trail that brings books to life for children to learn while exploring the outdoors. Along the trail, you’ll come across 16 signs that lay out the story “In the Trees, Honey Bees!” by Lori Mortensen, chosen by the students of Alum Creek Elementary School. On the signs, you’ll also find facts, questions and other interactive ideas (buzzzzing like a bee, talking about things at home, making up your own bee dance, etc.)
Location: Alum Creek State Park Beach, 3400 Lewis Center Rd, Lewis Center, OH 43035
It is located near the north side of Alum Creek Start Park Beach. If you turn off of Lewis Center Rd. where the sign says “beach to the left” — follow the road to beach. If you’re facing the swing set, you’ll see the entrance to the left. There is a ton of free parking.
Date(s)/Time(s): Always Open
Cost: Free
Find the Minions in Grove City
The Grove City Minion® Hunt is back! They’ve added three new minions to the hunt this year! Bring family or friends to experience the festive, fall atmosphere of Grove City’s historic Town Center.
Download the Town Center Minion Hunt entry card or pick one up at:
- Grove City Parks and Recreation, Kingston Center, 3226 Kingston Ave.
- Visit Grove City, 3995 Broadway
- Grove City Welcome Center and Museum, 3378 Park St.
- City Hall, 4035 Broadway
- Grove City Library, 3959 Broadway
2. Hunt for 10 strategically placed Minions® throughout the historic Town Center.
3. Complete the card with the location of each Minion®.
4. Drop off the completed entry card to Visit Grove City or the Grove City Parks and Recreation Office, Kingston Center, to receive a prize.
Visit Grove City is open weekdays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and the Kingston Center is open Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. and Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. To receive a prize, completed cards should be turned in no later than 4:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 1.
Location: Hidden all around Grove City
Date(s)/Time(s): October 3rd – November 1st
Cost: Free
Participants and businesses are encouraged to share fun Minion® Hunt photos and adventures on social media using the hashtag #gcminionhunt and #grovecityadventures.
Visit the Circleville Pumpkin Show
The Circleville Pumpkin Show started in 1903 and is known as one of the greatest pumpkin festivals there is. The show covers more than 8 city blocks and are filled with 25-30 Amusement Rides and over 300 Food Booths, Games & Craft Vendors. You’ll see giant pumpkins, the world’s largest Pumpkin Pie, parades, entertainment, attractions, and there will be various pumpkin-flavored delicacies.
Check out the schedule of events here.
Location: Circleville, Ohio is located on US Route 23 approximately 25 miles south of Columbus. 159 East Franklin Street, Circleville, OH 43113
Date(s): Wednesday, October 16th – Saturday, October 19th
Time(s):
Cost: Free Admission
Learn more about everything you can do at the show!
photo credit: pumpkinshow.com
Toddler Tuesday at Color Me Mine (Dublin)
$12 total for a special piece, all glazes and firing. No studio fee, and studio fee waived if another item is added. While supplies last. This month will be a cute mini pumpkin! Just walk in!
Location: Color Me Mine, 6375 Perimeter Dr., Dublin, OH 43016
Date: Tuesday, October 15th
Time: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Cost: $12
Suggested Age: 5 and under
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Tots in Tow Playgroup – Gymnastics
Head to Integrity Gymnastics for an open play time. There are many activities to participate in such as climbing, jumping, and running. Tots in Tow is a playgroup offered to our Early Intervention families as well as children and caregivers in the community.
Location: Integrity Athletics, 8185 Business Way, Plain City, OH 43065
Date: Tuesday, October 15th
Time: 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Cost: $5
Suggested Age: 18 months to 3 years
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Story Time on the Farm – Stratford Ecological Center
Join other families on the farm for a fun and educational hour of storytelling and a unique hands-on experience based on the seasonal happenings around the farm. Families are invited to pack a picnic to enjoy after the story hour.
Location: Stratford Ecological Center
Date: Tuesday, October 15th
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Cost: $5 per family
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Worthington Park Library’s Explore More Story Time
Children (with a favorite adult) will enjoy this hour-long program that starts with songs, rhymes and books followed by center-based activities to develop ready-for-kindergarten skills. From 11-11:30 am, a speech pathologist from the Columbus Speech and Hearing Centerwill be available to offer advice and answer your questions.
Location: Worthington Park Library
Date: Thursday, October 17th
Time: 10:30AM – 11:30AM
Cost: Free
Suggested Age: 2 – 5
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Fall Festival at Lehner’s Pumpkin Farm
Bring the family out for some fall fun on the farm at Lehner’s Pumpkin Farm. With over 40 rides and attractions, there is something for everyone! Check out all the available activities here.
Location: 2920 State Route 203, Radnor, OH 43066
Date: Friday, October 18th
Time: 10 AM – 7 PM
Cost: Admission is $9.00 for guests ages 3-17, $7.00 for guests 18-59, and free for children under 3 as well as visitors over 59. Your admission covers all activities with the exception of the sling shot, paintball shooting range and arrowhead hunting areas.
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