The Scioto Mile Fountain Reopening This Summer in Downtown Columbus!

𝑵𝒐𝒕𝒆: These pictures are renderings! I haven’t been down in the last week to check on the progress and get updated pictures. I will do so

You’ve been eagerly asking about the Scioto Mile Fountains, and I’m thrilled to announce that the FREE Scioto Mile Fountain will be opening this summer! They’ve made some fabulous updates and have celebrations planned to mark the occasion!

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The enhanced Scioto Mile Fountain spans 15,000 square feet and holds 35,000 gallons of water in an underground reservoir. It features:

Three stainless steel halo structures with 300 fog nozzles and a cutting-edge speaker system for a surround sound atmosphere.

Halo fog and super shooters: Jets that can shoot water 100 feet into the air, adding visual and interactive appeal, including a system that will engage and interact with visitors.

A sprite area: 344 fountain sprites lit by self-contained LED lights.

Increased seating and shaded areas: Space for food trucks and carts, offering reprieve and refreshment to Downtown visitors.

Sculptural light elements: Vibrant, constantly changing colors with dynamic light shows in the cold-weather season, making the Scioto Mile Fountain a year-round destination.

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Friday, May 24 @ Noon – Ribbon Cutting
Join Council President Shannon G. Hardin and Columbus Recreation and Parks Director Bernita A. Reese to open the fountain.

Friday, May 24, Noon – 7 p.m. & Saturday, May 25, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. – Fountain Fest
Enjoy live music, food trucks, free ice cream (while supplies last), a collaborative street mural, temporary glitter tattoos, caricature artists, yard games, and more. Produced by Downtown Columbus, Inc. RSVP here.

Friday, May 24 @ 5:30 p.m. – Bicentennial Park Summer Concert
Enjoy musical acts DJ Citizen Dorian S. and The Deeptones. Presented by Columbus Recreation and Parks Department.

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After the opening, the Scioto Mile Fountain’s free interactive water features will remain open to the public through Labor Day, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. daily. Beginning September 3, visitors can enjoy non-interactive water and light shows.