Happy March, everyone! Can you believe we’re already diving into another month? Time really does fly! But you know what that means, right? More fun-filled, family-friendly events are about to hit the scene, and I couldn’t be more thrilled. My girls are at that perfect age where they’re just soaking up every moment of the different happenings around town.
So, here’s the deal: I’m putting together a monthly rundown of events because, let’s be real, sometimes trying to keep up with weekly plans feels like a mad rush. Plus, I’ve had my fair share of missing out on tickets because I didn’t plan ahead. Anyone else in the same boat? Well, fret not! If you’re like me and need a bit more time to prep or just want to avoid FOMO, this monthly list is your new best friend. Make sure to scroll to the bottom to check out the events happening all month long.
Now, if you don’t spot something that tickles your fancy or you’re on the hunt for something specific, hit me up! Shoot me an email at eatplaycbus@gmail.com or slide into my DMs on Instagram or Facebook. Oh, and here’s a little insider tip: always double-check those event links for any last-minute changes. You know how unpredictable life can be!
Tip: Make sure you’re a part of our Facebook Community, where you can stay updated on upcoming events, tips, new spots, and more! It’s usually the first place I post things! Join here. Also, don’t forget to bookmark this post. I’ll be adding more events to the list as they’re planned.”
• March 1 – 3 •
March 1
- Family Night: Read Across America Theme – Includes a variety of activities including active preschool play, elementary open gym play, themed crafts, and passive activities. You can pre-register here.
- Time: 6 PM – 8:30 PM
- Cost: This free program is for parents and children (adult is required).
- Location: Worthington Community Center – 345 E Wilson Bridge Rd, Worthington, OH 43085
- Facebook Event: Link
March 2
- Children’s Musician Marlene Hartzler: Join musician Marlene Hartzler for an interactive concert filled with dancing and singing, perfect for toddlers and preschoolers. Parents or caregivers must accompany children.
- Hands on History: Little Historians: Explore Ohio’s history with your little ones! They’re providing an open discovery space for your Little Historian to build, create, and discover everything Ohio. You and your kiddo can explore ur hands-on stations and they’ll will wrap up our discovery time with a story. This program is for children ages 3-7.
- Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Cost: Included with admission, limited space in each session. If interested in a membership, now is the perfect time! Use code: CBUS to save 10%!
- Location: Ohio History Center – 800 East 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH, USA
- Facebook Event: Link
- More Information: Link
- Night at the Museum: Explore the Ohio History Center after hours, meet historical characters, and engage in hands-on activities. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
- Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Location: Ohio History Center – 800 E 17th Ave, Columbus, OH 43211
- More Information: Link
- CMA Comes Alive – Aminah’s Playhouse: Enjoy a lively evening at the Columbus Museum of Art inspired by the art of Aminah Brenda Lynn Robinson Evening highlights include Aminah inspired artmaking in the Studio, a collaborative LEGO® construction build, cardboard challenge, DJ and dancing, and delicious dinner and dessert buffets. Plus, expect a few surprises throughout the evening!
- Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Cost:
- $100 Adult Ticket ($75 is tax-deductible) Includes admission, buffet dinner, and cash bar
- $40 Child Ticket ($25 is tax-deductible) Includes admission for children ages 2 to 12 years old and buffet dinner. Children under 2 are free.
- Location: Columbus Museum of Art – 480 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215
- Facebook Event: Link
- More Information: Link
March 3
- Spring Scavenger Hunt – The gardens are beginning to wake up! Stop by the Innis House anytime from 1-3pm to grab a scavenger hunt, explore the gardens for signs of spring, and earn a small prize.
- Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Cost: Free
- Location: Inniswood Metro Park – 940 S Hempstead Rd Westerville, OH, 43081
- Cost: Free
- More Information: Here
- Amphibian Search at Rocky Fork Metro Park: Join in on a 1.5-mile hike to search for early spring amphibians.
- Time: 2:00 PM
- Cost: Free
- Location: Millstone Shelter – 7180 Walnut St, Westerville, OH 43081
- Facebook Event: Link
- Maple Time – Take a short hike through the sugarbush to learn about tapping trees and collecting sap, then go to the Farmhouse to watch sap boiling and sample a sweet maple treat. Hikes leave at 11:15 am and 1pm.
- Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Cost: Free
- Location: Slate Run Metro Park and Living Historical Farm – 8984 Marcy Rd, Ashville, OH 43103
- Facebook Event: Link
- Community Day at Franklin Park Conservatory: Did you know on the first Sunday of every month, residents of Columbus and Franklin County receive free General Admission with proper identification?! Community Days include access to the entirety of the gardens, collections and current daytime exhibitions. Admission to evening Special Engagements or events is not included. Right now, Orchids and Blooms & Butterflies are on display + if the weather cooperates, you can explore the amazing children’s garden outdoors.
- Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00PM
- Columbus Symphony Orchestra String Quartet: 12pm & 1pm
- Background music in the Atrium from 12-12:45pm
- Formal Performance in the Palm House from 1-1:30pm
- Columbus Symphony Orchestra String Quartet: 12pm & 1pm
- Location: Franklin Park Conservatory – 1777 E. Broad Street Columbus, OH 43203
- Cost: Free
- More Information: Link
- Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00PM
• March 4 – 10 •
March 6
- Preschool in the Gardens: Awesome Opossums – Come celebrate our opossum friends and learn why we love to see them in the gardens.
- Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
- Cost: Free
- Location: Inniswood Metro Park – 940 S Hempstead Rd Westerville, OH, 43081
- More Information: Here
March 7
- Wild Story Time – Join in for a story, snack, and activities! The program lasts about an hour. For ages 3-6. Free. We will meet at the James Bradley Center.
- Cost: Free
- Location: Infirmary Mound Park – 4309 Lancaster Rd, Granville, OH 43023
- Facebook Event: Link
March 9
- Kids Club: Friendship Bracelets: Head to Michaels’s Kids Club to make friendship bracelets. Choose from a selection of beads and make the bracelet you want!
- St. Patrick’s Day Parade: Watch with the community as hundreds of Dublin’s finest parade units march through the city.
- Time: 11:00 AM
- Cost: Free
- Location: The route runs from Metro Center and east along S.R. 161/ West Bridge Street through Historic Dublin
- Parking: Accessible parking is available on a first come-first served basis at Sells Middle School (150 West Bridge Street). There is a designated viewing area for guests with disabilities in front of Mr. Tire (218 West Bridge Street).
- Facebook Event: Link
- World of Discovery: Grab your passport and explore our big, wonderful world! Kids will create unique craft characters while they enjoy storytime, view the diverse places people live and explore animals found in different habitats. They’ll even earn passport stamp stickers along the way! Plus, they’re giving attendees of this free, walk-in event exclusive offers.
- Time: 11:00 – 3:00 PM
- Cost: Free
- Location: Lakeshore® Learning Store – 2148 Polaris Pkwy, Columbus, OH 43240
- More Information: Link
- The Magic Duel Show – Come see two talented magicians share their gifts to create lots of laughter and gasps of amazement. Erica Carlson and Magic Nate will take the stage together in a family-friendly show to entertain and inspire with thrilling tricks and a live hedgehog.
- Time: 2:00 PM
- Cost: Ticket Price – $15.00 [Adults] & $8.00 [Children 13 & under]
- The Avalon Theatre – 121 S Main St, Marysville, OH 43040
- Facebook Event: Link
• March 11 – 17 •
March 11
- Family Storytime – Enjoy a story, movement rhymes, and action songs. Siblings welcome.For ages 0-7, parents or caregivers (age 18+) must remain in the room to supervise for the duration of the event.
- Time: 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
- Cost: Free
- Location: Westerville Public Library Uptown, Meeting Rooms A and B (Combined)
- More Information: Here
March 13
- Preschoolers: Salamander Dance – Read “Salamander Dance” by David FitzSimmons and learn about salamanders and vernal pools through an activity and a craft.
- Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
- Location: Blacklick Woods – 6975 E. Livingston Ave. Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068
- Cost: Free
- More Information: Link
March 14
- Art Time (Ages 4-8) – Explore a different art topic each month through stories, songs, & hands-on art activities. Grown-ups are encouraged to participate with their children. For ages 4-7, parents or caregivers (age 18+) must remain in the room to supervise for the duration of the event.
- Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
- Cost: Free
- Location: Westerville Public Library Uptown, Meeting Rooms A and B (Combined) – 126 South State Street, Westerville Ohio 43081
- More Information: Link
March 15
- Magical Top-o-the-Morning Storytime: Enjoy a St. Patrick’s Day-themed storytime with special guest Sedgie the Hedgie. Donations for the Hilliard Food Pantry appreciated.
- Time: 10:00 AM
- Location: Coffee Connections of Hilliard – 4004 Main St, Hilliard, OH 43026
- Cost: Free
- Facebook Event: Link
- Worthington Bunny Hop: Join in for family-friendly activities, music, crafts, and a visit from the Easter Bunny. Free COSI Learning Lunchbox giveaways.
- Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Location: Worthington Community Center – 345 E Wilson Bridge Rd, Worthington, OH 43085
- Cost: Free
- Facebook Event: Link
March 16
- Family Storytime with Twinkle the Service Dog (Ages 2-8) – Learn about service animals through stories, rhymes, and songs. Then meet-and-greet with working dog Twinkle and her handler Noelle Spriestersbach. And take a photo with Twinkle while completing a dog craft.
- Time: 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
- Location: Westerville Public Library Uptown
- Cost: Free
- More Information: Link
- Kid’s St. Patrick’s Day Party: Join in for a kid-focused St. Patrick’s Day party. They will have crafts, games, activities, kids drinks and a cookie.
- Time: 3:30 PM
- Location: Family Room Coffee & Bake Shop – 545 S. Otterbein Ave, 43081
- Cost: $15
- Facebook Event: Link
March 17
- Sunday Family Funday St Paddy’s Day at The Draft Room: Enjoy free crafts for kids and St. Patrick’s Day festivities for adults.
- Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
- Location: The Draft Room – 570 W Schrock Rd, Westerville, OH 43081
- Facebook Event: Link
- KID RAVE at Skully’s Music Diner: Introduce kids ages 4-12 to electronic music with face painting, crafts, and DJing seminars.
- Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Location: Skully’s Music-Diner – 1151 N High St, Columbus, OH 43201
- Cost: $10-$35
- Facebook Event: Link
• March 18-24 •
March 20
- Preschool – The Toad: Learn about amphibians through literature, activities, and crafts.
- Time: 10:00 AM
- Cost: Free
- Location: Blendon Woods Metro Park – 4265 E Dublin Granville Rd, Columbus, OH 43230
- More Information: Here
March 21
- KidX Mutt Madness: Enjoy a dog-friendly movie night with Disney’s Air Bud, photo booth, and treats.
- Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
- Location: Polaris Fashion Place
- Cost: Free
- Facebook Event: Link
March 22
- Tots on Trails: Share a slow-paced, half-mile hike with your toddler and discover nature together. Ages 1-4.
- Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- Location: Blacklick Woods – 6975 E. Livingston Ave. Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068
- Cost: Free
- More Information: Here
March 23
- Lewis Center Easter Egg Hunt: Enjoy an awesome egg hunt with 10,000+ EGGS! Plus, free food, bounce house, face painting, prizes and more! PLUS we will have a special appearance from the Easter Bunny, so bring your camera!
- Eggstravaganza: Crafts, treats, and photos with the Easter Bunny.
- Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Location: Marysville Public Library
- Cost: Free
- Facebook Event: Link
- Community Egg Hunt with Madison Twp. Firefighters: Join in for a Community Egg Hunt with an egg hunt, prize drawing, free balloon artists & face painters, photos with the firefighters, hot cocoa and more! Egg hunt is divided into three different age categories.
- Time: 11:00 AM
- Cost: Free
- Location: 4701 Winchester Pike, Columbus, OH, United States, Ohio 43232
- Facebook Event: Link
- Eggs-hilarating Egg Hunt: long with the easter egg hunt for kids, there will be food trucks and other fun activities! Tickets are separated by age group; one ticket is required per participant, ages 0 – 10
- Time: 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
- Limited sensory-friendly time slot from 10:30 – 11 a.m.
- Cost: Free tickets will be available starting this Friday, March 1, here: https://ow.ly/kL7t50QIMWr
- Location: Hannah Park – 6547 Clark State Rd, Gahanna, OH 43230
- Time: 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
- Bunny Trail: Bring a basket to collect candy as you search for bunnies hiding along the 1/3 mile paved trail at McNamara Park. All ages are welcome to participate. Also enjoy a train ride through the park, games, balloon-twister, a touch-a-truck/meet and greet with firefighters, police (including therapy K9 Rocky!), and take a photo with Mr. Bunny himself!
- My Little & Me Book Club: Caregivers – meet new friends, interact one-on-one with your child, and explore new library books and activities. Kids welcome. Books will be shared and explored during each session. No prior reading or preparation required. For ages 0-7.
- Time: 2:00 – 3:00 PM
- Cost: Free
- Location: Westerville Public Library
- Facebook Event: Link
March 24
- Easter Egg Hunt: Annual Easter Egg Hunt+ tons of bouncing, of course. All ages are welcome to jump and play as they search the park for easter egg surprises.
- Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- Location: Rockin’ Jump Westerville – 1220 County Line Rd Westerville, OH 43081
- Cost: Buy one adult plus one child admission for $15 and enjoy provided food and drink, jump time, and access to our surprise egg hunt.
- More Information: Link
- Powell’s Best Easter Egg Hunt: Bring your Easter Egg basket to collect eggs! They’ve got around 20-30 eggs per child waiting to be found. Feel free to come 30 minutes early to check-in before your scheduled hunt to enjoy face painting and take free family pictures with our friendly Easter Bunny! Find all the details/timing/purchase tickets here.
- Time: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM
- Location: KSM Sports and Fitness – 10336 Sawmill Road, Powell, OH
- Cost: $5, purchase tickets here.
• March 25 – 31 •
March 30
- Bunny Hunt Trail: Can you spot all of the bunnies hiding in the woods? Find them all and collect a candy prize!
- Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
- Location: Blendon Woods Metro Park – 4265 E Dublin-Granville Road Westerville, OH, 43081
- Cost: Free
- More Information: Here
- Easter Eggsperience: Join in for pony rides, Easter egg hunt, petting zoo, food and more!
- Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Location: Heart of a Warrior Farm – 6545 Beecher Road Granville, OH 43023
- Cost: $20 per child. You must pre-register using eventbrite. ONLY those participating need to purchase tickets. The ticket includes 1 pony ride, petting zoo, Easter egg hunt.
- Purchase Tickets: Link
- Facebook Event: Link
- Annual Aladdin Audio Unity’s Children’s Easter Egg Hunt: Egg hunt, face painting and door prizes will be available.
- Time: 10:00 AM
- Cost: Free
- Location: 1801 Gateway Circle, Grove City, OH 43123
- Get registered at https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/32455
- Age: 12 and Under
- Facebook Event: Link
• All Month •
- Visit the Bunny at Polaris Fashion Place: Bring the family to capture magical moments with Bunny that you’ll treasure forever! Save time this season and reserve your photo time slot in advance. When you book your reservation, you’ll receive a virtual basket of goodies including printable activity sheets, free access to MyPhoto ($20 value) and loads of free coloring sheets! Walk-ups are also welcome.
- Time: Throughout March
- Location: Polaris Fashion Place – 1500 Polaris Pkwy, Columbus, OH 43240
- Bonus: All kids that visit with the Easter Bunny get a FREE small gelato, courtesy of I Scream Gelato!
- More Information: Link
- UNEXTINCT at The Columbus Zoo: This is a BRAND NEW, jaw-dropping after-hours event that defies imagination! Enter a world where 70 extinct and endangered species come to life using cutting-edge technology, allowing you to learn about the importance of conservation and the role we all play in species survival.
- March 14 – April 27, Thursday – Saturday
- Friday & Saturday: 7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
- Tickets from $28.99 (General) and $25.99 (Child), Members of the Columbus Zoo receive a discount on admission!
- Location: Columbus Zoo – 4850 Powell Rd, Powell, OH, United States, Ohio 43065
- More Information: Link
- Open Studio at Columbus Museum of Art (Saturday): Explore materials, embrace creativity, and join local artists monthly. All ages are welcome to unleash their inner artist in the Studio.
- Time: Every Saturday
- Cost: Included with Admission
- Location: Columbus Museum of Art – 480 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215
- Facebook Event: Link
- Preschool Storytime at Family Room Coffee & Bake Shop (Tuesday)
- Time: Every Tuesday, 10:00 AM
- Location: Family Room Coffee & Bake Shop – 545 S Otterbein Ave, Westerville, OH 43081
- Cost: Free
- Open Play at Sweet Peas (Monday): Utilize their clean/safe facility for little ones to explore, run, climb & jump. Open Play is NOT an instructional class. It is an opportunity for children to play & move with a parent or caregiver. Ages: 1 month to 7 years.
- Time: Every Monday, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
- Cost: Drop in, leave early, or stay the whole time! $10 per child for the hour. $20 max per family if 2 or more children are registered.
- More Information: Link
This is a great round-up that Metro Parks Outdoor Adventure puts together every month. You can follow them on Facebook here. As for the events on the list, to find times, locations, and more details, visit metroparks.net.
Have an amazing month ahead! Catch you around town!
