Last updated: October 11, 2026 Halloween is almost here, and there are so many fun ways to celebrate around Columbus! I’ve rounded up public trunk-or-treat events happening throughout Columbus and the surrounding suburbs, other fun trick-or-treat style events, along with official neighborhood trick-or-treat and Beggars’ Night times for 2026. You’ll find free community events, church […]
Arts in the Alley: Our First Year Experiencing This Grove City Tradition
We’ve only called Grove City home for a few months, but one thing I’ve learned pretty quickly is just how much this community SHOWS UP for local businesses, for families, for each other and, after experiencing my first Arts in the Alley, for the arts. I had heard Arts in the Alley was a big […]
Free Movie Nights at Polaris Farmers Market: Your Midweek Pick-Me-Up
Wednesdays just got a lot more exciting. On the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month through October 21st, the Polaris Farmers Market is pairing its usual lineup of local produce, meat, cheese, and baked goods with free movie nights on the green, giving you the perfect excuse to shop local and unwind in the […]
September 2026 Festivals in Columbus & Central Ohio: Full Guide
Don’t put the lawn chairs away yet. September in Central Ohio is basically a second summer, just with better beer, more pie, and a whole lot of festivals. From Labor Day weekend and Oktoberfests to Honeyfest, fall festivals, and a literal Mac and Cheese Festival, there’s something happening pretty much every weekend this month. Whether […]
West End Ciderhouse: The Perfect First Stop on Ohio’s Hard Cider Trail
Kicking off the Ohio Hard Cider Trail at West End Ciderhouse in Athens, Ohio — Ohio’s first cider bar, serving farmhouse ciders made from 100% Ohio-grown apples in a cozy, brick-walled neighborhood hangout.
Discover Ohio One Cidery at a Time on the Ohio Hard Cider Trail
If you’ve been looking for a new Ohio road trip idea, let me introduce you to one of my newest adventures: the Ohio Hard Cider Trail. I’ve always loved the kind of road trip where you end up somewhere you never would have found on your own, like a small-town corner spot with regulars who […]
Dutch Creek Winery: A Hidden Gem Worth Discovering on the Ohio Hard Cider Trail
One of my favorite things about exploring Ohio is discovering places I probably never would have found otherwise. That’s exactly why I was excited to kick off the Ohio Hard Cider Trail with a visit to Dutch Creek Winery at 12157 State Route 690 in Athens. I love taking the scenic route, getting off the […]
Free Things to Do in Columbus Ohio Summer 2026: 200+ Events at Columbus Commons + Downtown
One of the best parts about summer in Columbus? Columbus Commons! If you’re looking for free things to do in Columbus Ohio this summer, this downtown gem is back for 2026 with over 200 events—many of them FREE. From concerts and food trucks to family-friendly activities and fitness classes, there’s truly something happening all season […]
Kids Eat Free Columbus Ohio (By Day of the Week) | 2026 Guide
Last updated: March 2026 — This post may contain deals that vary by location. Always confirm with the restaurant BEFORE visiting as they change promos and ideas throughout the year/season. Looking for kids eat free in Columbus, Ohio? I’ve got you. Eating out with kids adds up fast… so I asked my Eat Play CBUS […]
Wanderlights Returns to Downtown Columbus — Bigger, Brighter & More Magical Than Ever!
If you’re looking for that holiday sparkle moment — where the lights twinkle just right, the cocoa’s warm, and downtown feels like a Hallmark movie — Wanderlights is your spot. Downtown Columbus’ free holiday lights program is back starting Friday, November 21, and it’s going all out this year. Stretching from Columbus Commons down Town […]
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