Family events in Toledo · September 2026
Everything family-friendly on the Toledo calendar for September 2026.
Southern Oracles: A Celebration of the South Side
Southern Oracles: A Celebration of the South Side at Weigel Hall Auditorium
Apiary Gatherings
Apiary Gatherings at Franklin Park Conservatory—explore bees & gardens.
2026 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour
Award-winning Sundance short films spanning animation, docs & fiction.
Storyline Presents: Book Launch and Signing with Rachel Harrison
Storyline Presents: Book Launch and Signing with Rachel Harrison at Upper Arlington Community Center
Columbus Clippers vs. Iowa Cubs
Columbus Clippers minor-league baseball game at Huntington Park downtown.
Kasaun Wilson at The Attic Comedy Club
Kasaun Wilson at The Attic Comedy Club in Columbus
TAE & The Neighborly
TAE & The Neighborly at Natalie's Grandview
Steve Forbert
American singer-songwriter Steve Forbert performs original songs at Natalie's Grandview.
Millersport Sweet Corn Festival
Sweet Corn Festival in Millersport with food, fun, and community celebration.
Farmers Market
Farmers market at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens; free to attend.
Blues & Beyond: Micah Kesselring
Young Ohio blues musician Micah Kesselring performs traditional & original blues at Natalie's.
Bubble Art
Bubble-themed art workshop at Brush Crazy—paint, play, and create with bubbles.
Lovesong - The Cure Tribute at Woodlands Tavern
Lovesong - The Cure Tribute at Woodlands Tavern in Columbus
Moon Evans Solo Exhibit
Moon Evans Solo Exhibit at 24 Lincoln Street Art Studios
Black Panther
Paint a bold Black Panther portrait using simple step-by-step guidance at Brush Crazy.
Matsuricon
Matsuricon anime convention at Hyatt Regency—fans & creative celebration.
Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival
Lantern light show at Columbus Zoo — enchanting seasonal tradition.
Will Freed LIVE
Will Freed LIVE at Edison Brewing Company
Drivin N Cryin w/ Laid Back Country Picker
Drivin N Cryin w/ Laid Back Country Picker at Natalie's Grandview
Secret Dreams Music & Arts Festival 2026
Family-friendly music & arts festival at State Route 61 in Marengo.
Sirens - FREE Happening Hour Show
Sirens - FREE Happening Hour Show at Natalie's Grandview
Salon Show
Salon Show at Sharon Weiss Gallery
Ceramic Art
Paint ceramic pieces and let creativity shine at Brush Crazy pottery studio.
Ladybird (Mil) with Luke Bollheimer
Ladybird (Mil) with Luke Bollheimer at The Rambling House
uPaint a Story September - Ohio
Kids paint & take home their own artwork at uPaint a Story session.
Laurel Humble Reflections on Lifelong Learning
Laurel Humble | Reflections on Lifelong Learning | Q&A follows the talk at Wexner Center for the Arts
Joey Bragg LIVE Comedy Show @ The Attic Comedy Club
Joey Bragg LIVE Comedy Show @ The Attic Comedy Club in Columbus
Happy Hour w/ Silent Bell at Woodlands Tavern
Happy Hour w/ Silent Bell at Woodlands Tavern in Columbus
Level One Open Flippin' Friday Night (Amazing Race Finals!)
Amazing Race Finals at Level One—watch kids compete in fun obstacle challenges.
CBUS Soul® Fest
Urban arts & music festival at Bicentennial Park—food, live performances & activities.
Obetz Zucchini Festival
Harvest celebration in Obetz with zucchini-themed fun, food & family activities.
Labor Day Weekend Festival
Labor Day weekend festival in Worthington with family-friendly activities.
MINUS THE BEAR - Menos El Oso 20th Anniversary Tour
MINUS THE BEAR - Menos El Oso 20th Anniversary Tour Presented by WCBE at Newport Music Hall, Columbus, OH
Summer Concert Series with Rezes-Heston Band
Summer concert series in Grove City featuring the Rezes-Heston Band.
Hairy Buffalos LIVE
Hairy Buffalos LIVE at Edison Brewing Company
Ben Quad
Ben Quad at Ace of Cups
We The Sound radio - FREE Happening Hour Show
We The Sound radio - FREE Happening Hour Show at Natalie's Grandview
Zoom-cchini Festival
Community fair in Obetz with zucchini-themed fun, food & family activities.
Immersion Music Festival
All-ages music festival in Circleville with live entertainment.
Greek Festival
Greek food, music, dancing & cultural celebration at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral.
Toast
Rock & Roll covers by Toast band at Sweet Harmony Canal outdoor venue.
Obetz Zucchini Fest (I AM NOT THE HOST)
Classic summer harvest celebration in Obetz with zucchini-themed family fun.
The Dead Revival Band LIVE @ Columbus Crew Grateful Dead Night 9.5.26
Grateful Dead tribute band performs at Columbus Crew stadium—family-friendly live music.
First Friday Tours at the Great Circle with Brad Lepper
Expert-led archaeology tour of Ohio's Great Circle on First Friday.
Obetz Zucchinifest
Zucchini-themed harvest festival with food, crafts, and family fun.
First Friday Archaeology Tour
Guided archaeological walk through Fort Ancient with a museum historian.
Clay Handbuilding
Get hands-on with clay handbuilding at Brush Crazy art studio.
Cowboy Rendezvous Date Night
Cowboy Rendezvous Date Night at Brush Crazy
Sterling Bluegrass Jamboree welcomes The Kevin Prater Band
Bluegrass jamboree featuring The Kevin Prater Band—live roots music for families.
Washington and Lee University Volleyball vs. Franciscan University
Watch collegiate volleyball at Washington and Lee vs. Franciscan University in Granville.
Pagan Picnic
Pagan Picnic community gathering in Columbus—celebrate nature & culture.
Swingin' n Shakin' with Whirlybirds - FREE Happening Hour Show
Free live music with Whirlybirds every Saturday at Natalie's Grandview.
Canal Winchester Labor Day Festival
Labor Day festival with parades, vendors, entertainment & family activities downtown.
Explore! Series: Sounds of Space
Hands-on STEM activities: make music with Boom Whackers, build a harmonica, explore music's space history.
September Chihuly Night
Evening celebration of glass artist Chihuly's work at Franklin Park Conservatory.
slayr
slayr at Newport Music Hall, Columbus, OH
Dire Wolf at Rambling House
Dire Wolf at Rambling House at The Rambling House
23rd Annual Historic Dublin Paint Out Competition
Watch plein air artists paint historic Dublin while browsing finished artworks for sale.
Columbus Crew vs. Colorado Rapids
Watch the Columbus Crew battle the Colorado Rapids at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field.
Black Pontiac w/ Moravian
Black Pontiac w/ Moravian at Rumba Cafe
Tall Gnome Welcome
Paint a whimsical gnome character with simple step-by-step instructions at Brush Crazy.
As We Are - Live at Immersion Music Festival (The Brick Stage)
Live music at Immersion Music Festival in Circleville with bands.
Columbus Oktoberfest — Art & Craft Marktplatz
Columbus Oktoberfest with arts & crafts marketplace—family festival fun.
Westerville Donut Run and Walk
Fun run/walk event in Westerville—great for families to participate together.
Ohio State Buckeyes Football vs. Ball State University Cardinals Football
Ohio State Buckeyes football at iconic Ohio Stadium—a tradition for families.
The Ultimate Doors: Tribute to The Doors
The Ultimate Doors: Tribute to The Doors at The Bluestone
Fair at New Boston
Community fair with vendors, entertainment, and seasonal attractions.
Candle Making
Try your hand at candlemaking craft at Brush Crazy art studio.
All Out War - Motorsports Festival 2026
Motorsports festival with vehicles and action-packed entertainment.
Papa Boo's
Seasonal family event in Thornville—perfect for fall fun.
Live Music with Erik Mahler
Community concert with Erik Mahler in Powell.
Tailgate Weekend
Tailgate Weekend at Littleton's Market
Radio City - St. Michaels Festival
Live music at St. Michaels Festival in Worthington—community gathering.
Durango Fest
Cultural celebration for families at Plaza Mexico in Columbus.
Secret Dreams Music & Arts Festival at The Cardinal Center
Music and arts festival at The Cardinal Center in Marengo.
Divine Martyr - Live at Immersion Fest (Brick Stage)
Multi-band music festival at Immersion Fest in Circleville.
New Concord Community Day
Free community celebration with museum tours and vintage outdoor games at the John & Annie Glenn Museum.
Zucchini Fest - Kip Moore, Easton Corbin, NTN
Zucchini Fest in Obetz with live music and family-friendly activities.
Conkey Classic
Family-friendly community festival in Hilliard with activities.
Biome Bonanza: Scents of the Himalayas
Explore Himalayan plants and aromas at Franklin Park Conservatory's Biome Bonanza.
NYT Bestselling Author Cristin O’Keefe Aptowicz in Conversation with Ernest Cline, Hanif Abdurraqib, & Scott Woods (Special Pre-Release Event!)
NYT Bestselling Author Cristin O'Keefe Aptowicz in Conversation with Ernest Cline, Hanif Abdurraqib, & Scott Woods (Special Pre-Release Event!) at CCAD Canzani Center
Historical Miniatures Gaming at the Ohio History Center
Tabletop miniatures gaming afternoon with the Historical Miniatures Gaming Society.
2026 Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival
Watch 30+ teams play vintage baseball by 1860s rules at this national festival.
Realm of the Reptile
Learn about reptiles in an educational program at Franklin Park Conservatory—included with admission.
ROCKPOCALYPSE
ROCKPOCALYPSE at Sweet Harmony Canal
1950s: Building the American Dream
Step into a 1950s home at the Ohio History Center and explore post-war American life.
Rock Potluck - Live Music
Live rock music potluck gathering at Sweet Harmony Canal.
Concert Bringing Meaning Back to Labor Day
Concert celebrating American workers' contributions at Columbus Mennonite Church.
Bobby Floyd Trio - Free Happening Hour Show
Bobby Floyd Trio - Free Happening Hour Show at Natalie's Grandview
Dublin AM Rotary Classic Car Show
Classic car show in Dublin—kids love seeing vintage vehicles up close.
The Players live at Boatyard at Buckeye Lake
Live music festival at scenic Buckeye Lake—waterside family entertainment.
Schoenbrunn: Inside Ohio's First Settlement: A Guided Tour
Guided tour of Schoenbrunn, Ohio's first settlement, first Sundays June–October at 12:30pm.
Lonestar in Obetz
Outdoor festival featuring live country music and community celebration.
September Community Day
Free community day at Franklin Park Conservatory with gardens.
Mark Trammell Quartet in Galloway
Family-friendly live gospel-music performance in Galloway.
No Limits 937 Team® at AOW Motorsports Festival
Motorsports festival with racing, vehicles, and spectator-friendly action.
New Exhibition—Trailblazers of Innovation: African American Inventors Who Changed America
New permanent exhibit celebrating African American inventors who revolutionized everyday life.
Prickly and Pink
Paint a prickly-and-pink design using step-by-step guidance at Brush Crazy.
Horses, Hooves and Historical Homes
Craft paper horse puppets and play horseshoes at historic Meeker Homestead.
Special exhibit: “Welcome to the World’s Fair: Philadelphia 1776”
Travel back to 1876 and discover how America celebrated 100 years of independence.
Armstrong Remastered Exhibition
Stunning remastered NASA photos from Apollo 11 and Gemini VIII at the Armstrong Air & Space Museum.
African Art: Form, Function, and Fraught Histories Exhibit
Discover the profound impact of African art on world culture at Ohio History Connection.
Hide and Seek: Finding Young Ohioans in the Archives
Interactive exhibit celebrating young Ohioans throughout history as poets, musicians & explorers.
Meg Smith (General Admission)
Meg Smith (General Admission) at The Rambling House
Upper Arlington Labor Day Arts Festival
Labor Day arts festival with crafts, vendors, music & family entertainment.
Concert On The Green: Divas!
Concert On The Green: Divas! at historic Bryn Du Mansion—family evening entertainment.
The Kilbourne Community 5k and Fun Run
The Kilbourne Community 5K and Fun Run—family-friendly walk, jog, or run.
Meg Smith VIP Soundcheck and Meet & Greet Experience (Presented by Arctic Fox)
Meg Smith VIP Soundcheck and Meet & Greet Experience (Presented by Arctic Fox) at The Rambling House
Kelly Akashi
Kelly Akashi at Wexner Center Film/Video Theater
Doggie Dippin’
Bring your dog for a pool day at Clyde Butch Seidle Community Pool.
Monolord
Monolord at Ace of Cups
Chicken Goes Global: Around the World in 3 Chicken Dishes
Chicken Goes Global: Around the World in 3 Chicken Dishes at Columbus State Community College
Myrtle Beach Sun & Surf Adventure
Beach-themed adventure at Creekside Gahanna — summer water fun for kids.
Author Talk with Kristy Boyce
Author talk with Kristy Boyce in London, OH — perfect for young readers.
Shreya Ghoshal
Shreya Ghoshal: The Unstoppable Tour at Nationwide Arena
Pump Action
Pump Action at Rumba Cafe
Kacey Musgraves - Middle of Nowhere Tour
Country star Kacey Musgraves brings her tour to the Schottenstein Center.
Blues & Beyond: The High Definitions - FREE Happening Hour
Blues & Beyond: The High Definitions - FREE Happening Hour at Natalie's Grandview
The Blue Cats
The Blue Cats at Natalie's Grandview
The Gahanna Market - Jeff McCargish
Local market at Creekside Gahanna with music and community vibes.
Future Icons
Future Icons at BalletMet—dance performance celebrating young talent.
UNSEEN KEYS * ADDED COLOR * DSTRESSR
UNSEEN KEYS * ADDED COLOR * DSTRESSR at Rumba Cafe
Greater Columbus: Up Close with Yusef Ferguson
Greater Columbus: Up Close with Yusef Ferguson at Columbus Museum of Art
O.A.R., Gavin DeGraw, and KT Tunstall
O.A.R., Gavin DeGraw & KT Tunstall at KEMBA Live! — hit-filled concert.
Tommy Prine
Tommy Prine at Natalie's Grandview
Marion Popcorn Festival
Popcorn festival celebration with food, crafts, and live entertainment.
O.A.R. Three Decades Tour
O.A.R. Three Decades Tour at KEMBA Live! Columbus, OH
Cat Funk
Paint a cat-themed canvas with step-by-step guidance at this fun studio session.
Tom Holland and the Shuffle Kings w/ Shaun Booker
Tom Holland and the Shuffle Kings w/ Shaun Booker at Natalie's Grandview
O.A.R. w/ Gavin DeGraw
O.A.R. w/ Gavin DeGraw at KEMBA Live!
The Other Open Mic: A Poetry Thing
The Other Open Mic: A Poetry Thing at Clintonville Books in Columbus
Road To Breakaway feat. Laszewo - Pittsburgh, PA
Road To Breakaway feat. Laszewo - Pittsburgh, PA at Forum Columbus
Joe Jordan
Joe Jordan at Newport Music Hall
Columbus Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest celebration with German food, beer garden, music & family activities.
Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings
Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings — classical strings reimagine hip-hop hits.
Lithopolis Honeyfest
Honey-themed festival celebrating local beekeeping and harvest.
Kruse Brothers - Happy Hour Concert
Kruse Brothers - Happy Hour Concert at Rumba Cafe
Sports Imports Classic (SIU vs YSU & Ohio St vs Winthrop)
College volleyball tournament at Covelli Center featuring Ohio State and other teams.
VIVO: Different Trains
VIVO: Different Trains at Natalie's Grandview
Dusty Slay
Dusty Slay at Southern Theatre
September 11 Remembrance Ceremony
September 11 remembrance ceremony at First Responders Park.
Big Sandy & His Fly-Rite Boys with special guest TBA
Big Sandy & His Fly-Rite Boys with special guest TBA at Natalie's Grandview
Hawc LIVE
Hawc LIVE at Edison Brewing Company
Thomas Rhett: The Soundtrack to Life Tour
Thomas Rhett's Soundtrack to Life Tour comes to the Schottenstein Center.
Marysville Stampede
Marysville Stampede — family-friendly festival celebrating the town's heritage.
Owl Family Date NIght
Paint together on a family date night with an owl-themed canvas at Brush Crazy.
2000's Rave
2000's Rave at Skully's Music Diner
nimino @ Forum - Columbus, OH - 09.11.26
nimino @ Forum - Columbus, OH - 09.11.26 at Forum Columbus
Harvest on the Farm Ohio
Harvest on the Farm Ohio — fall family fun with farm activities in Johnstown.
Thomas Rhett, Vincent Mason, and Emily Ann Roberts
Thomas Rhett & guests at Schottenstein Center — live country music for families.
🍂🌻 Harvest & Harmony Festival 🌻🍂
Fall harvest festival with live music & seasonal activities in Lancaster.
Nick Folwarczny: Harrison Goodell
Nick Folwarczny: Harrison Goodell at A & R Music Bar
Dusty Slay: The Neighborhood Guy
Dusty Slay: The Neighborhood Guy at Columbus
Settle Your Scores - The Wilderness 10 year anniversary show - ft. Yung Mosh + Manor Gates at Woodlands Tavern
Settle Your Scores - The Wilderness 10 year anniversary show - ft. Yung Mosh + Manor Gates at Woodlands Tavern in Columbus
Big Sandy & His Fly-Rite Boys with special guest TBA
Big Sandy & His Fly-Rite Boys — bluegrass & Americana at Columbus festival.
Dopethrone
Dopethrone at Ace of Cups
Blues and Brews Fest
Live blues music, craft beer, food & games at Huber Park—family-friendly festival vibes.
934 Fest 2026
934 Fest 2026 — community celebration festival on Cleveland Avenue in Columbus.
Fall at the Round Barn ( Sept 11 + 12, 2026 )
Fall at the Round Barn — seasonal family celebration Sept 11–12 in Lancaster.
Lakewood Community Festival
Community celebration with food, entertainment, and family activities.
Columbus Oktoberfest presents: RockHouse!
Columbus Oktoberfest with live music—classic fall festival fun for the whole family.
Monster Energy SMX World Championship Playoffs
Watch elite motorsports racing at the Monster Energy SMX World Championship Playoffs.
Paul Cauthen: Ben Chapman
Paul Cauthen: Ben Chapman at KEMBA LIVE!
PBJ & Jazz with Jerry Powell
PBJ & Jazz with Jerry Powell at Topiary Park
Remembrance Ruck
Community reflection walk honoring veterans, bringing families and the public together at the National Veterans Memorial and Museum.
Paint Your Pet
Paint a portrait of your beloved pet at this fun art class.
Columbus Crew vs. Red Bull New York
Watch the Columbus Crew take on Red Bull New York at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field.
Waynesville Street Faire
Town street fair with vendors, food, and live entertainment.
Jennifer Knapp
Jennifer Knapp at Natalie's Grandview
Curtain Players Presents: The Sunshine Boys
Classic comedy about two estranged vaudeville stars forced to reunite.
SMX World Championship Playoffs at Historic Crew Stadium
High-energy motorsport spectacle at Historic Crew Stadium.
OVR SCCA Solo 2026 Fun Run!!
Family-friendly autocross fun run in Obetz for kids and car enthusiasts.
Hebron Pie Festival 5K
Hebron Pie Festival 5K—fun run with pie and seasonal festival family fun.
Free Harvest Fair
Free harvest fair in Columbus with seasonal activities for the whole family.
MLS - Columbus Crew vs New York RB
Professional MLS soccer—Columbus Crew take on New York RB at Lower.com Field.
Festifair
Community fair in Marysville with family activities and entertainment.
Sunbury Marathon
Community marathon event in Sunbury—watch local runners or participate as a family.
Sports Imports Classic (Winthrop vs YSU & Ohio St vs SIU)
Watch college volleyball as four teams compete at the Sports Imports Classic.
Mozart to Matisse | To the Stars: Views of the Night Sky from the American Collection
Mozart to Matisse | To the Stars: Views of the Night Sky from the American Collection at Columbus Museum of Art
Juanes
Latin rock superstar Juanes—energetic, family-friendly concert for all ages.
Dine-to-Donate @Chipotle
Dine-to-donate fundraiser at Chipotle in Gahanna supporting a good cause.
3rd Annual Car Show & Vendor Event
Family-friendly car show and vendor event in South Bloomfield.
Welcome Porch Leaner
Paint a welcoming porch scene step-by-step at Brush Crazy's guided art session.
Annual Fall Market
Annual Fall Market at BrewDog Canal Winchester
Columbus Crew 2 vs. New England Revolution II
Watch the Columbus Crew 2 development team face off against New England Revolution II.
Juanes North American Tour 2026
Latin music star Juanes brings his North American Tour to Mershon Auditorium.
Fall Festival
Free fall festival at Roger A. Reynolds Municipal Park.
Sports Imports Classic (Winthrop vs SIU & Ohio St vs YSU)
College volleyball tournament continues with Winthrop, SIU, and Ohio State competing.
Welcome, Hope You Like Dogs
Create a dog-themed canvas painting with step-by-step instruction at Brush Crazy.
Sports Imports Classic
Collegiate gymnastics competition at Covelli Center.
2026 KidsLinked Oktoberfest Bubble Run - Race Registration!
Family-friendly bubble run race at the Ohio Expo Center—active fun for all ages.
Defend Your Friend 5K & Dog Festival
5K run combined with dog festival—fun for runners and pet-loving families.
Succulent Terrarium Planting Event at Columbus Brewing Company
Succulent Terrarium Planting Event at Columbus Brewing Company at Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall
Home School Art Day September - Ohio
Homeschool art day for kids at Polaris in Columbus.
Thai Classics at Home
Thai Classics at Home at Columbus State Community College
Thomas Dollbaum w/ Spitcurl
Thomas Dollbaum w/ Spitcurl at Rumba Cafe
The New Albany Lecture Series: A National Security Discussion with General David Petraeus, U.S. Army (Ret.) and Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch moderated by Bret Stephens presented by The New Albany Community Foundation
The New Albany Lecture Series: A National Security Discussion with General David Petraeus, U.S. Army (Ret.) and Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch moderated by Bret Stephens presented by
Stained Glass 4 Week Series
Four-week stained glass craft series for hands-on creativity.
The 4411 w/ Runner and Bobby
The 4411 w/ Runner and Bobby at Rumba Cafe
Columbus Clippers vs. St. Paul Saints
Catch minor-league baseball as the Columbus Clippers play the St. Paul Saints.
Clintonville Books welcomes Josef Benson
Clintonville Books welcomes Josef Benson in Columbus
U.S. Open Cup Semi-Finals: Columbus Crew v Orlando City
Watch Columbus Crew battle Orlando City in the U.S. Open Cup Semi-Finals.
The Home Team: THE CRUCIBLE OF LIFE II
The Home Team: THE CRUCIBLE OF LIFE II at Newport Music Hall, Columbus, OH
INDIGO GIRLS
Evening with the legendary Indigo Girls at Columbus Bicentennial Pavilion with special guest.
Eliot Lewis of Live From Daryl’s House
Eliot Lewis of Live From Daryl’s House at Natalie's Grandview
underscores: Galleria - North American Chapter
All-ages concert featuring underscores on their Galleria North American Chapter tour.
Rainbow Kitten Surprise
Rainbow Kitten Surprise at KEMBA Live!
Yacht Rock Revue
Yacht Rock Revue at The Bluestone
SWMRS
SWMRS at A&R Music Bar
Ice Cream Land
Free family-friendly ice cream event at Lincoln Theatre Columbus.
CAIN Live and In Worship Tour with special guest Jenn Johnson - Grove City, OH
Christian music concert with CAIN and special guest Jenn Johnson at The Naz Church.
Derrick Stroup: Running Hot Tour
Derrick Stroup: Running Hot Tour at Mershon Auditorium
Dream Catcher
Paint a dreamy dream-catcher design with guided instruction at Brush Crazy.
September Member Walk
Member walk at Franklin Park Conservatory gardens.
Speak Easy: True Stories, Told Live
Speak Easy: True Stories, Told Live at Wild Goose Creative
Unknown Event
Family-friendly event at Columbus Zoo.
Pre-K: Art Explorers
Toddlers explore art through conversation, movement & hands-on discovery at Columbus Museum of Art.
WARGASM
WARGASM at Ace of Cups
Family Event
Family-friendly zoo adventure at Columbus Zoo & Aquarium.
Bilmuri
Bilmuri at KEMBA Live!
Cat Romance
Paint a romantic cat scene with Brush Crazy's guided step-by-step instruction.
Gogol Bordello
Gogol Bordello's energetic East European punk-klezmer fusion rocks The Bluestone.
Special Event
Special Event at Columbus Zoo
Icon For Hire: Scripted 15 Year Anniversary Tour
Icon For Hire: Scripted 15 Year Anniversary Tour at Skully's Music Diner
Event on SEP 18
Family-friendly event at Columbus Zoo on September 18.
Luke Bryan
Country music star Luke Bryan performs at Miller Family Farm in Millersport.
Grand Funk Railroad: Still Shinin On Tour
Grand Funk Railroad: Still Shinin On Tour at The Event Center at Hollywood Casino Columbus
Rachmaninoff & Bartók - Columbus Symphony
Rachmaninoff & Bartók - Columbus Symphony at Ohio Theatre
Arts in the Alley
Arts festival in historic Grove City with activities for the whole family.
Gospel Soul Series: Priscilla Woodson
Gospel Soul Series: Priscilla Woodson at Natalie's Grandview
Birds with Friends (late show)
Catch the expanded Whirlybirds ensemble in an energetic late-night family show.
Lost Lands
Lost Lands at Legend Valley
ZipZone Night Flight Zip Line Tours
Soar through the treetops on a nighttime zip line adventure at ZipZone Outdoor Adventures.
Columbus Jazz Orchestra with Byron Stripling
Columbus Jazz Orchestra performance at Bicentennial Park downtown.
Punch Brothers
Punch Brothers at Southern Theatre
Ray LaMontagne
Ray LaMontagne - Trouble 20th Anniversary Tour at Mershon Auditorium
Fall 2026 Exhibitions Opening Celebration
Free opening celebration of new art exhibitions at Wexner Center; all ages welcome.
Jane Remover: Live Exhibit
Jane Remover: Live Exhibit at Newport Music Hall
CCT'S Sandbox Series: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Colorful 30-minute immersive theatre adapting Eric Carle's beloved classic for toddlers and preschoolers.
Centerburg Oldtime Farming Festival
Historic farming festival celebrating rural heritage—educational fun for kids.
Delaware County Fair
Classic county fair with rides, games, exhibits, food & livestock—all-ages fun.
ERRA: Drift Outlives the Earth
ERRA: Drift Outlives The Earth | Vianova, Chamber, Resolve at Newport Music Hall
Talisha Holmes & The Stardust: Live Album & Video Recording
Talisha Holmes & The Stardust: Live Album & Video Recording at Natalie's Grandview
Clem Snide
Clem Snide at Natalie's Grandview
3D Home Sweet Home
Paint a 3D Home Sweet Home design with step-by-step guidance at Brush Crazy.
Botanical Print Scarf Workshop
Create a custom botanical-print scarf using leaves and nature at this free hands-on workshop.
Kids Markets at Lohstroh Family Farms
Kid-friendly market day at a family farm in Mount Sterling.
Soda Blonde
Soda Blonde at Rumba Cafe
Can't Feel My Face: 2010s Dance Party!
Can't Feel My Face: 2010s Dance Party! at Skully's Music Diner
Ohio State Buckeyes Football vs. Kent State University Golden Flashes Football
Watch the Ohio State Buckeyes take on Kent State in a college football matchup at Ohio Stadium.
Songwriter’s Round: Haley Gerken, Eric Clemens, Steve Tabatowski, Landon Rowe & Matt Morgan
Songwriter's Round: Haley Gerken, Eric Clemens, Steve Tabatowski, Landon Rowe & Matt Morgan at The Rambling House
Arts in the Alley
Open-air art festival in Grove City—browse local artists & enjoy family-friendly atmosphere.
Davy Knowles
Davy Knowles at Natalie's Grandview
Jagged Little Pill
Jagged Little Pill at Studio One, Riffe Center
Sunflower Welcome
Paint a cheerful sunflower design with easy-to-follow instructions at Brush Crazy.
2026 Columbus Fall Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show
Fall art and craft show featuring handmade items from local artists and crafters at The Makoy Center.
Briscoe w/ Leon Majcen
Briscoe w/ Leon Majcen at Skully's Music Diner
Love of Languages 5K Run/Walk
Love of Languages 5K Run/Walk at Recreation & Physical Activity Center (RPAC)
Make Art on High
Drop-in 15–20 min art workshops with gel plates & paints at Studios on High Gallery.