Family events in Toledo · September 2026
Everything family-friendly on the Toledo calendar for September 2026.
Leonid and Friends
Piano tribute band Leonid and Friends performs at historic Midland Theatre.
Jammy Buffet
Jammy Buffet at Rumba Cafe
The Studio Creates: Fall Soap Making with 3rd & Sycamore
The Studio Creates: Fall Soap Making with 3rd & Sycamore at The Kitchen
Boo at the Zoo
Halloween fun at the zoo with trick-or-treat trails and spooky activities for the whole family.
Lincoln Theatre Association Black Excellence & Leadership
Lincoln Theatre Association Black Excellence & Leadership at Columbus
Nina West Wild Wonders at the Columbus Zoo
Nina West Wild Wonders at the Columbus Zoo at Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Lift Like a Girl: Fall #1 Series (Grades 7-10)
Lift Like a Girl: Fall #1 Series (Grades 7-10) at Philip Heit Center 150 W. Main St. New Albany, OH 43054
Cocktails at the Conservatory- Ultimate TAILgate
Cocktails at the Conservatory- Ultimate TAILgate at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
An Evening with John E. Hancock
An Evening with John E. Hancock at Ohio History Center
PRESEASON - CBJ V. PITTSBURGH PENGUINS
Columbus Blue Jackets take on Pittsburgh Penguins in a preseason hockey game at Nationwide Arena.
Nic Vans @ Enclave - Pittsburgh, PA - 09.24.26
Nic Vans @ Enclave - Pittsburgh, PA - 09.24.26 at Forum Columbus
Event on September 24-25
Family-friendly event at Columbus Zoo—register ahead for this September weekend outing.
A Tribe for Jazz proudly presents CONNECTED
A Tribe for Jazz proudly presents CONNECTED at Columbus Museum of Art
DISPATCH FAMILY VALUE PACK-CBJ VS. PITTSBURGH PENGUINS
CBJ vs. Pittsburgh Penguins—family hockey night at Nationwide Arena.
Palmyra w/ Leo Vance at Woodlands Tavern
Palmyra w/ Leo Vance at Woodlands Tavern in Columbus
Ole 60 w/ Kolton Moore
Ole 60 w/ Kolton Moore at KEMBA Live!
Donna Mogavero
Donna Mogavero - FREE Happening Hour Show at Natalie's Grandview
Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival
Glowing lantern displays at Columbus Zoo—magical evening for families.
Groove is at The Yard - Angela Perley
Groove is at The Yard - Angela Perley in Columbus
Fairy with Fireflies
Paint a magical fairy with fireflies design at Brush Crazy's guided studio class.
From Paris to Provence: A Culinary Roadtrip
From Paris to Provence: A Culinary Roadtrip at The Well
Preseason Blue Jackets vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Pittsburgh Penguins in NHL preseason action.
Storyline Book Club: Horror Book Club
Storyline Book Club: Horror Book Club at Storyline Bookshop
Short North Stage Sweeney Todd
Sondheim's darkly thrilling musical about a vengeful barber in Victorian London.
Preparing for the Mid-Term Elections: The Young Vote
Preparing for the Mid-Term Elections: The Young Vote at CML New Albany Branch 200 Market Street New Albany, OH 43054
Scioto Mile Concert: Dan Tyminski Band
Free live concert at Bicentennial Park—Dan Tyminski Band performs.
ELLA LANGLEY with Kameron Marlowe and Laci Kaye Booth
ELLA LANGLEY with Kameron Marlowe and Laci Kaye Booth at Schottenstein Center
Hulvey w/ Indie Tribe
Hulvey w/ Indie Tribe at Newport Music Hall
Mac & Cheese Festival
Annual mac & cheese festival with food trucks & vendors at Easton's Yard.
Chair Barre: Balance and Strength Fall series
Chair Barre: Balance and Strength Fall series at Philip Heit Center Conference Room on the first floor 150 W. Main St New Albany, OH 43054
Tiger
Paint a striped tiger with step-by-step guidance at Brush Crazy studio.
Columbus Children's Theatre Battle of the Books
Theatrical competition celebrating young readers and book lovers at Columbus Children's Theatre.
Way Dynamic
Way Dynamic at Ace of Cups
Octagon Homeschool Days
Drop-in homeschool programs exploring Ohio history and archaeology at Octagon Earthworks.
Nic Vans @ Forum - Columbus, OH - 09.25.26
Nic Vans @ Forum - Columbus, OH - 09.25.26 at Forum Columbus
Family Night - Scarecrows
Seasonal family evening with hands-on scarecrow crafts and activities.
KiNG MALA
KiNG MALA at The Summit - Columbus
Serpent Mound Archaeology Tour
Guided archaeological tours of the ancient Serpent Mound with a professional archaeologist.
The Native Tongue with Houdini's Code & Cruze Campo
The Native Tongue with Houdini's Code & Cruze Campo at The Rambling House
Two Door Cinema Club w/ STRFKR
Two Door Cinema Club w/ STRFKR at KEMBA Live!
Island Vibes at ZipZone!
Dress in Hawaiian gear and zip-line through the treetops at this themed adventure.
Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World (Sasha Waters Freyer, 2026) | Sasha Waters Freyer in person
Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World (Sasha Waters Freyer, 2026) | Sasha Waters Freyer in person at Wexner Center Film/Video Theater
Ella Langley: The Dandelion Tour
Country star Ella Langley brings The Dandelion Tour to Schottenstein Center.
My Brother’s Keeper
My Brother's Keeper at Natalie's Grandview
Columbus Jazz Jam Session - FREE Happening Hour
Columbus Jazz Jam Session - FREE Happening Hour at Natalie's Grandview
T-Dub Live Standup Comedy Show @ The Attic
T-Dub Live Standup Comedy Show @ The Attic at The Attic Comedy Club
Lantern Festival
Lantern Festival at Columbus Zoo
Community CREATurEs Collage Workshop
Free all-ages collage art workshop on the last Friday of the month at We Amplify Voices Studio.
Rest and Restore Flow Fall Series
Rest and Restore Flow Fall Series at Philip Heit Center Conference Room on the first floor 150 W. Main St. New Albany, OH 43054
Peter and the Wolf with Hixon Dance
Prokofiev's classic tale comes alive through dance and orchestral music at the McConnell Arts Center.
Horse Feathers
Horse Feathers at Natalie's Grandview
Jagged Little Pill
Jagged Little Pill at Studio One, Riffe Center
Lamont Landers
Lamont Landers w/ Harper O'Neill at Rumba Cafe
Tiny Trailblazers – Fall 2026
Outdoor exploration for toddlers at Rose Run Park—nature walks and discovery.
Art Builds Community Paint a Luchador Mask with Cat Ramos
Paint a colorful luchador mask with local artist Cat Ramos at Bexley Public Library.
Where You At? - Satele: Sounds by Satele, A6 Cam, Charlie Tunes
Where You At? - Satele: Sounds by Satele, A6 Cam, Charlie Tunes at A & R Music Bar
Saturday Afternoon with Author Michelle Herman
Saturday Afternoon with Author Michelle Herman at Cover to Cover Children's Books
Old Worthington Market Day
Downtown market day in Worthington with vendors and family activities.
Freestyle Reining
Freestyle Reining competition—athletic horse sport blending dressage with Western moves.
Welcome to Fall Event
Fall celebration at Highbanks with seasonal activities and nature.
Catzap! with Idealists
Catzap! with Idealists at The Rambling House
Westerville Saturday Farmers Market
Weekly farmers market with local produce and goods for the whole family.
Ohio State Buckeyes Football vs. University of Illinois Fighting Illini Football
College football spectacle: Ohio State takes on Illinois at iconic Ohio Stadium.
Sweeney Todd
Sweeney Todd at Short North Stage - Garden Theater
Worthington Farmers Market
Outdoor farmers market in historic downtown with fresh produce, local goods, and community vibes.
Dinner Detective Columbus- September 26th Public Show
Dinner Detective Columbus- September 26th Public Show at Embassy Suites Columbus
Heritage Day
Heritage Day celebration at Weaver Park brings community together with family-friendly activities.
Black Panther Movie Discussion and Screening
Screening & discussion of Black Panther at Herrick Performance Hall celebrating America 250.
Fall Chocolate Making Workshop
Hands-on chocolate-making workshop with Belgian chocolate at Bliss in a Bottle.
Archives & Library Genealogy Workshop Series: Pasting and Preserving Ohio Through Scrapbooks
Archives & Library Genealogy Workshop Series: Pasting and Preserving Ohio Through Scrapbooks at Ohio History Center
Joe Pug & Willie Watson
Joe Pug & Willie Watson at Natalie's Grandview
Everyday Sourdough: Discard Edition
Everyday Sourdough: Discard Edition at Philip Heit Center Demo Kitchen on the first floor 150 W. Main Street New Albany, OH 43054
3D Tree of Life
Create a 3D Tree of Life painting with guided instruction at Brush Crazy.
Peter and the Wolf with Hixon Dance
Fully staged orchestral performance of *Peter and the Wolf* with dance—a perfect intro to live music.
All American Quarter Horse Congress
America's largest single-breed horse show brings 500,000+ guests for three weeks of equestrian competition and family fun.
Family Concert Series Featuring... Farmer Jason
Live family concert with Farmer Jason: sing-alongs, dancing, and nature appreciation.
Denison Museum Family Day
Free family day with tours, hands-on activities, and art-making at Denison Museum.
BOA Central OH Regional pres by Yamaha & Sweetwater
Marching arts competition featuring student ensembles from across central Ohio.
Pumpkin Float
Family-friendly pumpkin float event at Reynolds Municipal Park.
The Art of Slowing Down
The Art of Slowing Down at Philip Heit Center Conference Room on the first floor 150 W. Main St. New Albany, OH 43054
The History of Fairs in Delaware County
The History of Fairs in Delaware County at Barn at Stratford
Storyline Book Club: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Club
Storyline Book Club: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Club at Storyline Bookshop
Cornucopia
Toe-tapping folk, spirituals, and hymns with live musicians at the Columbus Metropolitan Library.
Sub Urban
Sub Urban at A&R Music Bar
Bobby Floyd Trio
Bobby Floyd Trio - Free Happening Hour Show at Natalie's Grandview
Sunday Fundays - Harvest Festival
Monthly harvest-themed gathering in historic Worthington with dining, shopping, and entertainment.
Welcome to the Crib
Paint a fun Welcome to the Crib design with step-by-step help at Brush Crazy.
Sunday Supper | From Ohio to Veneto Participatory Dinner Party
Sunday Supper | From Ohio to Veneto Participatory Dinner Party at The Kitchen
Fall 2026 Pop-Up Community Studios
Drop-in art workshops where kids explore creative projects with experienced artists, free.
Bored Teachers
Bored Teachers at Southern Theatre
Gary Gulman
Gary Gulman at Lincoln Theatre
Back to School Bash | Family Health & Wellness Event in Columbus, Ohio
Back to School Bash | Family Health & Wellness Event in Columbus, Ohio at 3246 W Henderson Rd. Columbus, Ohio 43220
Reds (Warren Beatty, 1981)
Reds (Warren Beatty, 1981) at Wexner Center Film/Video Theater
Hands That Heal: CPR Certification
Hands That Heal: CPR Certification at Philip Heit Center Conference Room on the 1st Floor 150 W. Main St. New Albany, OH 43054 The parking lot and main entrance are located behind
Spiegel Grove Squires home game
Watch Civil War–era base ball at the Hayes Home with the Spiegel Grove Squires vintage team.
Columbus Crew vs. Inter Miami CF
MLS soccer: Columbus Crew face Inter Miami CF at home in ScottsMiracle-Gro Field.
Art in the Park
Outdoor art event at scenic Topiary Garden—family-friendly creativity & nature.
Event on September 27
Family day at Columbus Zoo & Aquarium.
English Language Conversation Tables
English Language Conversation Tables at New Albany Library 200 Market Street New Albany, OH 43054
Community Health Talk: Midlife Metabolism Reset
Community Health Talk: Midlife Metabolism Reset at Philip Heit Center Conference Room on the 1st Floor 150 W. Main St. New Albany, OH 43054 The parking lot and main entrance are lo
Chair Yoga: Fall Series
Chair Yoga: Fall Series at Philip Heit Center Conference Room on the first floor 150 W. Main St. New Albany, OH 43054
Storyline Event: Threshing Day Midnight Release Party
Midnight release party celebrating Rebecca Yarros's new book Threshing Day at Storyline Bookshop.
Be Strong (boys in grades 4-7) Fall series
Strength and fitness class series designed for elementary and middle-school boys.
The Yawpers at Woodlands Tavern
The Yawpers at Woodlands Tavern in Columbus
Taiji: Internal Martial Arts for Harmony and Balance
Taiji: Internal Martial Arts for Harmony and Balance at Healthy New Albany 150 West Main Street, Ste B New Albany, Ohio 43054
Beef Wellington Feast
Beef Wellington Feast at Columbus State Community College
Diva Bleach w/ The Lunar Outlet + Marc & Mookie
Diva Bleach w/ The Lunar Outlet + Marc & Mookie at Rumba Cafe
Monday Pub Quiz at Fado Irish Pub
Monday Pub Quiz at Fado Irish Pub in Columbus
Culture Wars
Culture Wars at A&R Music Bar
Apiary Gatherings
Free apiary program at Franklin Park Conservatory—learn about bees.
The Annual Reset Business Workshop
The Annual Reset Business Workshop at SpringHill Suites by Marriott at Bridge Park, Dublin, OH
The Big Table
The Big Table at New Albany Library 200 Market Street New Albany, OH 43054
Music Together | Fall Session (10:30)
Music class for babies and toddlers with parent participation (10:30 session).
Music Together | Fall Session (9:30)
Music class for babies and toddlers with parent participation (9:30 session).
Jim Henson's Labyrinth: In Concert
Jim Henson's Labyrinth performed in concert at KEMBA LIVE! in Columbus.
Book Launch with Author Erik Jon Slangerup
Meet author Erik Jon Slangerup at his middle-grade novel launch at Cover to Cover Children's Books.
Blood Sugar & Belly Balance: Support Metabolism
Blood Sugar & Belly Balance: Support Metabolism at Philip Heit Center Demo Kitchen on the first floor 150 W. Main St. New Albany, OH 43054
Jim Henson's Labyrinth: In Concert 40th Anniversary
Jim Henson's Labyrinth in concert—40th anniversary celebration at KEMBA Live!
Automatic
Automatic at Ace of Cups
The Big Table: Supporting Columbus Youth
The Big Table: Supporting Columbus Youth at Scioto Southland Community Center
ReWild Child – Fall 2026
Nature play program for kids to explore, climb, and learn in an outdoor space.
Music Together | Fall Session (11:30)
Music class for babies and toddlers with parent participation (11:30 session).
Stepping On Series
Stepping On Series at New Albany Library 200 Market St New Albany, OH 43054
Little Zen & Me: A Playful Yoga Journey Fall #1
Little Zen & Me: A Playful Yoga Journey Fall #1 at Philip Heit Center Conference Room on the first floor 150 W. Main St. New Albany, OH 43054
Mahj 101: Beginner Mah Jongg Class at Grove City Brewing Company
Mahj 101: Beginner Mah Jongg Class at Grove City Brewing Company
Parker MacDonell, David Sheils, Keith Larsen: An Evening of Songs & Stories
Parker MacDonell, David Sheils, Keith Larsen: An Evening of Songs & Stories at Natalie's Grandview
Columbus Soul and Salvage at Natalies Grandview Music Hall Stage
Columbus Soul and Salvage at Natalies Grandview Music Hall Stage at Natalie's Grandview
Tai Chi: From Skill to Mastery Fall Series
Tai Chi: From Skill to Mastery Fall Series at Philip Heit Center Conference Room on the first floor 150 W. Main St. New Albany, OH 43054
Teddy Swims
Pop star Teddy Swims performs 'The UGLY Tour' at Nationwide Arena.
Rec League Show!
Rec League Show! at The Nest Theatre
Adventure Eagles – Fall ’26
Outdoor nature adventure program for intermediate-school students at Swickard Woods.
The Smashing Pumpkins: The Rats In A Cage Tour
Rock legends The Smashing Pumpkins bring 'The Rats In A Cage Tour' to Schottenstein Center.
NIA: Holistic Fitness Practice Fall Series
NIA: Holistic Fitness Practice Fall Series at Philip Heit Center Classroom on the first floor 150 W. Main St. New Albany, OH 43054
Starting Strength Fall #1 Series (grades 5-6)
Strength-training basics for upper-elementary students at the Philip Heit Center.
Presidential History Book Club
Presidential History Book Club in Columbus
Variant 6 in concert
Variant 6 in concert at Michael D. Eisner Center for the Performing Arts