Things to do with kids in Toledo (ages 5–9)
These Toledo events hit the sweet spot for school-age kids (roughly ages 5–9).
The Secret Sisters
The Secret Sisters at Natalie's Grandview
The Dissidents with Derf Backderf Book Signing
The Dissidents with Derf Backderf Book Signing at Wexner Center Film/Video Theater
East Side Rail Trail Community Open House
Community open house exploring the East Side Rail Trail project.
Pennywise
Pennywise at Newport Music Hall, Columbus, OH
Joe Fenti
Joe Fenti at Columbus Funny Bone
The Roman Kitchen
The Roman Kitchen at The Well
Jervis Campbell: Good Grief! Tour
Jervis Campbell: Good Grief! Tour at A & R Music Bar
Adventure Eagles – Fall ’26
Adventure Eagles – Fall ’26 at Location: Swickard Woods Arrival Options: For students at NAPLS Intermediate School – Jacob Bentley will collect students after school and escort the
Starting Strength Fall #1 Series (grades 5-6)
Starting Strength Fall #1 Series (grades 5-6) at Philip Heit Center 150 W. Main St. New Albany, OH 43054
Aaron Rowe w/ KAKI
Aaron Rowe w/ KAKI at Rumba Cafe
OSURA Annual Fall Conference
OSURA Annual Fall Conference at Fawcett 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
Phantogram
Phantogram at KEMBA Live!
Cocktails at the Conservatory- Ultimate TAILgate
Cocktails at the Conservatory- Ultimate TAILgate at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Fairy with Fireflies
Paint a magical fairy with fireflies design at Brush Crazy's guided studio class.
Event on September 24-25
Family-friendly event at Columbus Zoo—register ahead for this September weekend outing.
PRESEASON - CBJ V. PITTSBURGH PENGUINS
Columbus Blue Jackets take on Pittsburgh Penguins in a preseason hockey game at Nationwide Arena.
From Paris to Provence: A Culinary Roadtrip
From Paris to Provence: A Culinary Roadtrip at The Well
Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival
Glowing lantern displays at Columbus Zoo—magical evening for families.
Boo at the Zoo
Halloween fun at the zoo with trick-or-treat trails and spooky activities for the whole family.
Preseason Blue Jackets vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Pittsburgh Penguins in NHL preseason action.
Groove is at The Yard - Angela Perley
Groove is at The Yard - Angela Perley in Columbus
The Studio Creates: Fall Soap Making with 3rd & Sycamore
The Studio Creates: Fall Soap Making with 3rd & Sycamore at The Kitchen
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
Nic Vans @ Enclave - Pittsburgh, PA - 09.24.26
Nic Vans @ Enclave - Pittsburgh, PA - 09.24.26 at Forum Columbus
Palmyra w/ Leo Vance at Woodlands Tavern
Palmyra w/ Leo Vance at Woodlands Tavern in Columbus
Lincoln Theatre Association Black Excellence & Leadership
Lincoln Theatre Association Black Excellence & Leadership at Columbus
An Evening with John E. Hancock
An Evening with John E. Hancock at Ohio History Center
Ole 60 w/ Kolton Moore
Ole 60 w/ Kolton Moore at KEMBA Live!
DISPATCH FAMILY VALUE PACK-CBJ VS. PITTSBURGH PENGUINS
CBJ vs. Pittsburgh Penguins—family hockey night at Nationwide Arena.
Leonid and Friends
Piano tribute band Leonid and Friends performs at historic Midland Theatre.
Jammy Buffet
Jammy Buffet at Rumba Cafe
A Tribe for Jazz proudly presents CONNECTED
A Tribe for Jazz proudly presents CONNECTED at Columbus Museum of Art
Cocktail Class at The Joseph: Art in Spirits Menu Sneak Peek
Cocktail Class at The Joseph: Art in Spirits Menu Sneak Peek at Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph
Nina West Wild Wonders at the Columbus Zoo
Nina West Wild Wonders at the Columbus Zoo at Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
T-Dub Live Standup Comedy Show @ The Attic
T-Dub Live Standup Comedy Show @ The Attic at The Attic Comedy Club
Octagon Homeschool Days
Drop-in homeschool programs exploring Ohio history and archaeology at Octagon Earthworks.
Columbus Children's Theatre Battle of the Books
Theatrical competition celebrating young readers and book lovers at Columbus Children's Theatre.
Columbus Jazz Jam Session - FREE Happening Hour
Columbus Jazz Jam Session - FREE Happening Hour at Natalie's Grandview
Serpent Mound Archaeology Tour
Guided archaeological tours of the ancient Serpent Mound with a professional archaeologist.
Mac & Cheese Festival
Annual mac & cheese festival with food trucks & vendors at Easton's Yard.
Way Dynamic
Way Dynamic at Ace of Cups
My Brother’s Keeper
My Brother's Keeper at Natalie's Grandview
Horse Feathers
Horse Feathers at Natalie's Grandview
Peter and the Wolf with Hixon Dance
Prokofiev's classic tale comes alive through dance and orchestral music at the McConnell Arts Center.
Community CREATurEs Collage Workshop
Free all-ages collage art workshop on the last Friday of the month at We Amplify Voices Studio.
Ella Langley: The Dandelion Tour
Country star Ella Langley brings The Dandelion Tour to Schottenstein Center.
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
Lamont Landers
Lamont Landers w/ Harper O'Neill at Rumba Cafe
Tiger
Paint a striped tiger with step-by-step guidance at Brush Crazy studio.
ELLA LANGLEY with Kameron Marlowe and Laci Kaye Booth
ELLA LANGLEY with Kameron Marlowe and Laci Kaye Booth at Schottenstein Center
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
Island Vibes at ZipZone!
Dress in Hawaiian gear and zip-line through the treetops at this themed adventure.
Lantern Festival
Lantern Festival at Columbus Zoo
The Native Tongue with Houdini's Code & Cruze Campo
The Native Tongue with Houdini's Code & Cruze Campo at The Rambling House
Hulvey w/ Indie Tribe
Hulvey w/ Indie Tribe at Newport Music Hall
Nic Vans @ Forum - Columbus, OH - 09.25.26
Nic Vans @ Forum - Columbus, OH - 09.25.26 at Forum Columbus
Scioto Mile Concert: Dan Tyminski Band
Free live concert at Bicentennial Park—Dan Tyminski Band performs.
Family Night - Scarecrows
Seasonal family evening with hands-on scarecrow crafts and activities.
Two Door Cinema Club w/ STRFKR
Two Door Cinema Club w/ STRFKR at KEMBA Live!
The History of Fairs in Delaware County
The History of Fairs in Delaware County at Barn at Stratford
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
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
Catzap! with Idealists
Catzap! with Idealists at The Rambling House
Saturday Afternoon with Author Michelle Herman
Saturday Afternoon with Author Michelle Herman at Cover to Cover Children's Books
Welcome to Fall Event
Fall celebration at Highbanks with seasonal activities and nature.
Fall Chocolate Making Workshop
Hands-on chocolate-making workshop with Belgian chocolate at Bliss in a Bottle.
BOA Central OH Regional pres by Yamaha & Sweetwater
Marching arts competition featuring student ensembles from across central Ohio.
Joe Pug & Willie Watson
Joe Pug & Willie Watson at Natalie's Grandview
Sweeney Todd
Sweeney Todd at Short North Stage - Garden Theater
Ohio State Buckeyes Football vs. University of Illinois Fighting Illini Football
College football spectacle: Ohio State takes on Illinois at iconic Ohio Stadium.
Old Worthington Market Day
Downtown market day in Worthington with vendors and family activities.
Pumpkin Float
Family-friendly pumpkin float event at Reynolds Municipal Park.
Heritage Day
Heritage Day celebration at Weaver Park brings community together with family-friendly activities.
Worthington Farmers Market
Outdoor farmers market in historic downtown with fresh produce, local goods, and community vibes.
Freestyle Reining
Freestyle Reining competition—athletic horse sport blending dressage with Western moves.
Palace 100: The Birthday Celebration
Palace 100: The Birthday Celebration at Palace Theatre Columbus
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
Westerville Saturday Farmers Market
Weekly farmers market with local produce and goods for the whole family.
3D Tree of Life
Create a 3D Tree of Life painting with guided instruction at Brush Crazy.
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.
Art Builds Community Paint a Luchador Mask with Cat Ramos
Paint a colorful luchador mask with local artist Cat Ramos at Bexley Public Library.
Peter and the Wolf with Hixon Dance
Fully staged orchestral performance of *Peter and the Wolf* with dance—a perfect intro to live music.
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
Black Panther Movie Discussion and Screening
Screening & discussion of Black Panther at Herrick Performance Hall celebrating America 250.
Denison Museum Family Day
Free family day with tours, hands-on activities, and art-making at Denison Museum.
Dinner Detective Columbus- September 26th Public Show
Dinner Detective Columbus- September 26th Public Show at Embassy Suites Columbus
Family Concert Series Featuring... Farmer Jason
Live family concert with Farmer Jason: sing-alongs, dancing, and nature appreciation.
Cornucopia
Toe-tapping folk, spirituals, and hymns with live musicians at the Columbus Metropolitan Library.
Bored Teachers
Bored Teachers at Southern Theatre
Sunday Fundays - Harvest Festival
Monthly harvest-themed gathering in historic Worthington with dining, shopping, and entertainment.
Fall 2026 Pop-Up Community Studios
Drop-in art workshops where kids explore creative projects with experienced artists, free.
Welcome to the Crib
Paint a fun Welcome to the Crib design with step-by-step help at Brush Crazy.
Bobby Floyd Trio
Bobby Floyd Trio - Free Happening Hour Show at Natalie's Grandview
Event on September 27
Family day at Columbus Zoo & Aquarium.
Columbus Crew vs. Inter Miami CF
MLS soccer: Columbus Crew face Inter Miami CF at home in ScottsMiracle-Gro Field.
Spiegel Grove Squires home game
Watch Civil War–era base ball at the Hayes Home with the Spiegel Grove Squires vintage team.
Gary Gulman
Gary Gulman at Lincoln Theatre
Sub Urban
Sub Urban at A&R Music Bar
Art in the Park
Outdoor art event at scenic Topiary Garden—family-friendly creativity & nature.
Reds (Warren Beatty, 1981)
Reds (Warren Beatty, 1981) at Wexner Center Film/Video Theater
Sunday Supper | From Ohio to Veneto Participatory Dinner Party
Sunday Supper | From Ohio to Veneto Participatory Dinner Party at The Kitchen
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
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
Culture Wars
Culture Wars at A&R Music Bar
Diva Bleach w/ The Lunar Outlet + Marc & Mookie
Diva Bleach w/ The Lunar Outlet + Marc & Mookie at Rumba Cafe
Beef Wellington Feast
Beef Wellington Feast at Columbus State Community College
English Language Conversation Tables
English Language Conversation Tables at New Albany Library 200 Market Street New Albany, OH 43054
Be Strong (boys in grades 4-7) Fall series
Strength and fitness class series designed for elementary and middle-school boys.
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
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
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
ReWild Child – Fall 2026
Nature play program for kids to explore, climb, and learn in an outdoor space.
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
Apiary Gatherings
Free apiary program at Franklin Park Conservatory—learn about bees.
Jim Henson's Labyrinth: In Concert 40th Anniversary
Jim Henson's Labyrinth in concert—40th anniversary celebration at KEMBA Live!
The Big Table
The Big Table at New Albany Library 200 Market Street New Albany, OH 43054
The Big Table: Supporting Columbus Youth
The Big Table: Supporting Columbus Youth at Scioto Southland Community Center
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.
Automatic
Automatic at Ace of Cups
The Annual Reset Business Workshop
The Annual Reset Business Workshop at SpringHill Suites by Marriott at Bridge Park, Dublin, OH
Stepping On Series
Stepping On Series at New Albany Library 200 Market St New Albany, OH 43054
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
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
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
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
Mahj 101: Beginner Mah Jongg Class at Grove City Brewing Company
Mahj 101: Beginner Mah Jongg Class at Grove City Brewing Company
Rec League Show!
Rec League Show! at The Nest Theatre
Ceramic Art
Paint pre-made ceramic pieces and take home your finished artwork at Brush Crazy.
Nevertel w/ Rivals
Nevertel w/ Rivals at A&R Music Bar
Dale Watson & His Lone Stars w/ India Ramey - Used Kids Records' 40th Anniversary Bash Concert Series
Dale Watson & His Lone Stars w/ India Ramey - Used Kids Records' 40th Anniversary Bash Concert Series at Rumba Cafe
The Suitcase Junket
The Suitcase Junket at Natalie's Grandview
Buffalo Sabres at Columbus Blue Jackets
NHL game: Buffalo Sabres visit Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena.
“Diary of a Wimpy Kid” Photo Op at the Columbus Welcome Center
Strike a pose with the Diary of a Wimpy Kid at the Columbus Welcome Center.
Tree in Fall
Paint a guided fall-themed artwork with step-by-step instructions at Brush Crazy.
DISPATCH FAMILY VALUE PACK-CBJ VS. BUFFALO SABRES
CBJ plays Buffalo Sabres with family-friendly ticket packages at home.
Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Volleyball vs. Rutgers Womens Volleyball
College volleyball: Ohio State Women's team faces Rutgers at Covelli Center.
Hot Flash Heat Wave
Hot Flash Heat Wave at Ace of Cups
OPENING NIGHT - CBJ V. BUFFALO SABRES
Columbus Blue Jackets open their regular season against Buffalo Sabres at Nationwide Arena.
Ballroom Dancing: Step Up Your Style Fall Series
Ballroom Dancing: Step Up Your Style Fall Series at Philip Heit Center Conference room on the first floor 150 W. Main St. New Albany, OH
Buckeye Mind + Motion
Buckeye Mind + Motion at The OSU Wexner Medical Center’s Health & Fitness Center Studio 1 150 W Main Street New Albany, OH 43054
Brick or Treat
Halloween fun with LEGO at Discovery Center — build, play, and celebrate the season.
The Blair Witch Project: Film Screening and Q&A with Heather Donahue, Joshua Leonard, and Michael C. Williams
The Blair Witch Project: Film Screening and Q&A with Heather Donahue, Joshua Leonard, and Michael C. Williams at McCoy Center for the Arts
Archaeology School Day
Fort Laurens' National Archaeology Month school day with hands-on activities for all student ages ($7).
We The Sound radio - FREE Happening Hour Show
Free eclectic live music blending jazz, soul, funk, hip-hop, and world sounds.
Thrive 55+
Thrive 55+ at The OSU Wexner Medical Center’s Health & Fitness Center Studio 1 150 W Main Street New Albany, OH 43054
Dvořák & Brahms - Columbus Symphony
Dvořák & Brahms - Columbus Symphony at Ohio Theatre
CAPA Presents Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE
Beloved Jim Henson characters come to life in a live theatrical adventure.
Everything Yes at Woodlands Tavern
Everything Yes at Woodlands Tavern in Columbus
First Friday Tours at the Great Circle with Brad Lepper
Expert-led archaeology tour of Ohio's Great Circle on First Friday.
Columbus Symphony Dvořák & Brahms
Columbus Symphony orchestra concert featuring beloved classical works by Dvořák and Brahms.
Zainab Johnson LIVE @ The Attic Comedy Club!
Zainab Johnson LIVE @ The Attic Comedy Club! in Columbus
Minion Rave
Dance party featuring Minion characters and electronic music at Skully's Music Diner.
Tree of Color
Paint a colorful tree design using step-by-step instructions at Brush Crazy.
The Lost Girl
A modern reimagining of Peter Pan's Wendy Darling at Westerville South High School.
Zolita
Zolita at A&R Music Bar
Yachtopia's Live Band Yacht Rock Party!
Yachtopia's Live Band Yacht Rock Party! at Rumba Cafe
Clay Handbuilding
Hand-build clay creations and discover the therapeutic joy of working with clay at Brush Crazy.
Happy Hour w/ Hawa at Woodlands Tavern
Happy Hour w/ Hawa at Woodlands Tavern in Columbus
Tracy Bonham
Tracy Bonham at Natalie's Grandview
Parents Day Out at The Schoolhouse
Supervised childcare program gives parents a break while kids play and learn.
Johnston Farm & Indian Agency's Autumn Evenings on the Farm
Autumn wagon rides, farmhouse tours, and hearth-cooked treats at Johnston Farm & Indian Agency.
MOVE Fest 2026
MOVE Fest 2026 in Columbus
Family Event
Family-friendly weekend activities at Columbus Zoo & Aquarium through October 25.
Robin Trower
Robin Trower w/ Strange Vine at KEMBA Live!
Haunted Nights (Weekends OCT 3-25)
Haunted Nights (Weekends OCT 3-25) at Columbus Zoo
Walk With a Doc: Woodward
Walk With a Doc: Woodward at Woodward Park Community Center
Austin & The Syd Experience Presents: "A Psychedelic Soiree & ASYD Birthday Party�
Austin & The Syd Experience Presents: "A Psychedelic Soiree & ASYD Birthday Party� at The Rambling House
Blue Jackets vs. Utah Mammoth
Blue Jackets face the Utah Mammoth in NHL regular-season hockey.
Laszewo w/ Arden Jones
Laszewo w/ Arden Jones at Newport Music Hall
Heartfulness 5K
Heartfulness 5K at Sharon Woods 6911 Cleveland Ave Westerville, OH 43081
Candlelight: Tribute to Queen
Candlelit tribute concert celebrating Queen's greatest hits at CCAD Canzani Center.
Event on OCT 3 - 25 (Weekends)
Event on OCT 3 - 25 (Weekends) at Columbus Zoo
Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest at Rose Run Park
Walk With a Doc: Marion Franklin
Walk With a Doc: Marion Franklin at Marion Franklin Community Center
October Chihuly Night
Stunning glass art installation by Chihuly at Franklin Park Conservatory.
Trick-or-Treat Trails
Halloween trick-or-treating adventure on zoo trails through October weekends.
October Hops on High featuring HighBall Halloween
Free day of creative, festive Halloween fun for all ages in the Short North Arts District.
Fall Hops on High
Free fall festival with creative, festive fun for the whole family.
Unknown Event
Unknown Event at Columbus Zoo
Revocation
Revocation at Ace of Cups
Autumn Blooms
Paint Autumn Blooms at Brush Crazy with step-by-step guidance.
Candle Making
Make your own candles at Brush Crazy—a creative, hands-on craft session.
Fluid Art
Fluid Art at Brush Crazy
Fashion Lab Day: Hand Embroidery for Kids/Teens
Kids and teens learn hand embroidery techniques in this Saturday workshop at Columbus Fashion Academy.
Breakaway Presents Łaszewo: Road to Breakaway Tour
Breakaway Presents Łaszewo: Road to Breakaway Tour at Newport Music Hall
Descendant’s Day
Celebrate Zoar heritage with descendants, guest speakers, and activities honoring the Separatists.
CBJ V. UTAH MAMMOTH
Columbus Blue Jackets face Utah Hockey Club in a regular-season game at Nationwide Arena.
DISPATCH FAMILY VALUE PACK-CBJ VS. UTAH MAMMOTH
CBJ vs. Utah Mammoth—family hockey at Nationwide Arena with value packs.
Muna w/ Hemlocke Springs
Muna w/ Hemlocke Springs at KEMBA Live!
Sex Pistols (Steve Jones, Paul Cook, Glen Matlock) featuring Frank Carter
Sex Pistols (Steve Jones, Paul Cook, Glen Matlock) featuring Frank Carter at Newport Music Hall
October Community Day
Free community day at Franklin Park Conservatory with gardens and activities.
Hide and Seek: Finding Young Ohioans in the Archives
Interactive exhibit celebrating young Ohioans throughout history as poets, musicians & explorers.
1950s: Building the American Dream
Step into a 1950s home at the Ohio History Center and explore post-war American life.
Zoar Agriculture Tours
Guided tour of historic Zoar farming heritage at Ohio History Connection.
Special exhibit: Wounded Warrior Dogs
Sculpture exhibit honoring military working dogs at Ohio History Connection.
New Exhibition—Trailblazers of Innovation: African American Inventors Who Changed America
New permanent exhibit celebrating African American inventors who revolutionized everyday life.
African Art: Form, Function, and Fraught Histories Exhibit
Discover the profound impact of African art on world culture at Ohio History Connection.
Armstrong Remastered Exhibition
Stunning remastered NASA photos from Apollo 11 and Gemini VIII at the Armstrong Air & Space Museum.
GLAIVE - GOD SAVE THE THREE TOUR
All-ages rock concert featuring GLAIVE and special guests at The Bluestone.
Charming Disaster with Emmy Lazarus and the Recently Deceased
Charming Disaster with Emmy Lazarus and the Recently Deceased at The Rambling House
Special exhibit: “Welcome to the World’s Fair: Philadelphia 1776”
Travel back to 1876 and discover how America celebrated 100 years of independence.
Blooming Joy
Paint Blooming Joy at Brush Crazy—a guided, beginner-friendly art session.
Monthly Quiet Hours
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly quiet hours at Columbus Zoo & Aquarium.
Ellisa Coston: Tribute to Tramaine Hawkins, Gospel Soul Series
Gospel soul tribute to Tramaine Hawkins at Natalie's Grandview in the Gospel Soul Series.
Sunday Supper | Flavors of Fall Participatory Dinner Party
Sunday Supper | Flavors of Fall Participatory Dinner Party at The Kitchen
Schoenbrunn: Inside Ohio's First Settlement: A Guided Tour
Guided tour of Schoenbrunn, Ohio's first settlement, first Sundays June–October at 12:30pm.
Esther Rum Tasting at Wiseguy Lounge
Esther Rum Tasting at Wiseguy Lounge at Goodfellas Pizzeria
Adult Writing Workshop: Choosing Your Publishing Path: Understanding Traditional, Hybrid, and Self-Publishing (In-Person OR Virtual)
Adult Writing Workshop: Choosing Your Publishing Path: Understanding Traditional, Hybrid, and Self-Publishing (In-Person OR Virtual) at Thurber Center
Community Health Talk: Understanding Your Mammogram: Next Steps
Community Health Talk: Understanding Your Mammogram: Next Steps at Philip Heit Center Conference Room on the 1st Floor 150 W. Main St. New Albany, OH 43054 The parking lot and main
Melanie MacLaren at Rambling House
Melanie MacLaren at Rambling House at The Rambling House
Bare Drysuit Event
Bare Drysuit Event at Aquatic Adventures Ohio
Death Becomes Her
Death Becomes Her at Ohio Theatre
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis at Mershon Auditorium
Pilates Fusion Pop Up
Pilates Fusion Pop Up at Philip Heit Center Conference Room on the first floor 150 W. Main St. New Albany, OH 43054
The Format
The Format w/ Get Up Kids at Newport Music Hall
Gabby Bryan - Columbus
Gabby Bryan - Columbus at Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant
Risotto Workshop
Risotto Workshop at The Well
Storyline Presents: Book Launch & Signing with Sophia Huneycutt
Storyline Presents: Book Launch & Signing with Sophia Huneycutt at Storyline Bookshop
Freya Skye
Freya Skye at KEMBA Live!
Small Business B(AI)sics Workshop
Small Business B(AI)sics Workshop at Mount Carmel New Albany Auditorium When arriving, please park in front of the 7277 Smith’s Mill Road entrance and use the back rows to help kee
Jazz for Young People
Jazz for Young People at Mershon Auditorium—live music introduction.
Shaboozey w/ Kashus Culpepper
Shaboozey w/ Kashus Culpepper at KEMBA Live!
Peace, Purpose & Power (ages 7-10)
Empowerment workshop for kids 7–10 exploring peace, purpose, and personal power.
Robert Ellis w/ Philip Bowen
Robert Ellis w/ Philip Bowen at Natalie's Grandview
Surf Hat
Surf Hat at Ace of Cups
Brave Space Leadership Conference
Brave Space Leadership Conference at Columbus Museum of Art
Ohio: Gateway to America
Library talk or exhibit exploring Ohio's role as a crossroads of American history.
Johnny Blue Skies & the Dark Clouds
Johnny Blue Skies & the Dark Clouds - Mutiny for the Masses 2026 Tour at Nationwide Arena
Pumpkins Aglow
700+ glowing jack-o'-lanterns light up the Conservatory in a spooky-but-safe festival.
Halloween Magic Night at Grove City Brewing — October 7, 2026
Halloween Magic Night at Grove City Brewing — October 7, 2026 at Grove City Brewing Company
Blues & Beyond: Cigar Box Scott - FREE Happening Hour Show
Blues & Beyond: Cigar Box Scott - FREE Happening Hour Show at Natalie's Grandview
Zach John King: Get To Drinkin' Tour
Zach John King: Get To Drinkin' Tour at A & R Music Bar
Religious Music and Sound Across Traditions: An Evening of Listening
Religious Music and Sound Across Traditions: An Evening of Listening at Grange Insurance Audubon Center
COSI After Dark: Halloween Tattoo Carnival
COSI After Dark: Halloween Tattoo Carnival at COSI Columbus
Brenn!
Brenn! at Newport Music Hall
Introduction to AI
Intro to AI at the library — great for curious tweens and teens.
The Guitar Company
The Guitar Company at Natalie's Grandview
Jazz at the Barn
Jazz at the Barn at Amelita Mirolo Barn | Sunny 95 Park
Greenwood Forest at Rambling House
Greenwood Forest at Rambling House at The Rambling House
Tab Benoit w/Ghalia Volt
Tab Benoit w/Ghalia Volt at Lincoln Theatre
Storyline Book Club: Romance Book Club
Storyline Book Club: Romance Book Club at Storyline Bookshop
Dan + Shay: The Young Tour
Country duo Dan + Shay's family-friendly arena tour at Schottenstein Center.
Tab Benoit with Ghalia Volt: Soul of the Swamp Tour
Free family-friendly blues concert at Lincoln Theatre with touring artist Tab Benoit.
DENNETT - Back to the Roadhouse Tour 2026 - PITTSBURGH, PA
DENNETT - Back to the Roadhouse Tour 2026 - PITTSBURGH, PA at Forum Columbus
Light the Night, Blood Cancer United
Light the Night, Blood Cancer United at The Lawn at CAS
BUTT TOOT KING (18 and Over)
BUTT TOOT KING (18 and Over) at KEMBA Live!
Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Hockey vs. University of Wisconsin Badgers Womens Hockey
Watch Ohio State Women's Hockey face Wisconsin in a thrilling college matchup.
Blue Jackets vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
Blue Jackets clash with Pittsburgh Penguins in regular-season NHL action.
Julia Wolf w/ Bee Blackwell
Julia Wolf w/ Bee Blackwell at Newport Music Hall
Huntertones
Huntertones at Lincoln Theatre
Tiny Trailblazers – Fall 2026
Toddler nature program at Rose Run Park exploring the outdoors and wildlife.
DENNETT - Back to the Roadhouse Tour 2026
DENNETT - Back to the Roadhouse Tour 2026 at Skully's Music Diner
Event on OCT 9 at The Wilds
Sensory-friendlyFamily-friendly and sensory-friendly event at The Wilds on October 9.
Nourish Jr.: Sandwich Superstars
Kids cooking class focused on making delicious, creative sandwiches together.
Event on October 9
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly family outing at The Wilds animal preserve in Columbus.
Hollywood Sci-Fi Spectacular
Columbus Symphony's family-friendly sci-fi musical tribute at the Riffe Center.
DENNETT - Back to the Roadhouse Tour 2026 - COLUMBUS, OH
DENNETT - Back to the Roadhouse Tour 2026 - COLUMBUS, OH at Forum Columbus
Ella & Louis
Ella & Louis at Southern Theatre
ImageOHIO/FotoFocus Biennial Exhibition: Franklinton Across Time: The Floodplain Imagination
ImageOHIO/FotoFocus Biennial Exhibition: Franklinton Across Time: The Floodplain Imagination at ROY G BIV Gallery for Emerging Artists
The Wonderlands at Rambling House
The Wonderlands at Rambling House at The Rambling House
Nicole Atkins - WCBE Happy Hour Concert w/ Ziona
Nicole Atkins - WCBE Happy Hour Concert w/ Ziona at Rumba Cafe
Unknown Event
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly family event at The Wilds wildlife park.
The Pop Culture Popup: One Night in Horror Land
Nostalgic 90s pop-culture market with horror theming, perfect for kids who love collectibles and throwback vibes.
Columbus Italian Festival
Columbus Italian Festival with food, music, and cultural entertainment.
Homeschool Day: Amazing Adaptations
Learn how plants and animals adapt to survive at Franklin Park Conservatory's homeschool program.
Huntertones
Free performance by Huntertones at Lincoln Theatre Columbus — music for the whole family.
Urban Scrawl
Columbus' longest-running mural festival returns with immersive street art from local artists.
Lantern Festival
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly lantern festival at The Wilds wildlife park with glowing light displays and calm atmosphere.
Viv & Riley with Caroline Spence
Viv & Riley with Caroline Spence at CCAD Canzani Center Auditorium
It's A 2000's Party
It's a 2000's Party at A & R Music Bar
Storyline Presents: Author Talk & Signing with Jen DeLuca
Storyline Presents: Author Talk & Signing with Jen DeLuca at Storyline Bookshop
Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Volleyball vs. University of Washington Huskies Women's Volleyball
Ohio State Women's Volleyball: Buckeyes vs. Huskies at Covelli Center.
Silverada w/ Low Gap
Silverada w/ Low Gap at Natalie's Grandview
Trick-or-Treat Trails
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly Halloween trick-or-treat trails at The Wilds with calmer crowds.
Family Event
Family-friendly event at The Wilds wildlife park near Columbus with conservation activities.
CBJ V. PITTSBURGH PENGUINS
Columbus Blue Jackets play Pittsburgh Penguins in a regular-season hockey matchup at Nationwide Arena.
Event at The Wilds on OCT 9
Sensory-friendlyFamily-friendly and sensory-friendly celebration at The Wilds wildlife park.
The Slang at Rambling House
The Slang at Rambling House at The Rambling House
Bollingen Conference: "Seven Stages of the Underworld Journey"
Bollingen Conference: "Seven Stages of the Underworld Journey" at First Community Church - South Campus
Sup Witches?
Paint-and-sip style art class at Brush Crazy with a fun witch-themed design.
Swingin' N Shakin' with Whirlybirds
Free live rock & roll every Saturday at Natalie's Grandview—tips welcome!
Inside the Music - Sensory Friendly - NASO
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly orchestral concert featuring the New Albany Symphony—explore sound with Isabelle Durrenberger.
Books Breath: Mysteries
Reader-friendly book marketplace celebrating mysteries and crime fiction with author meet-and-greets and bookish goods.
InPulse Dance Co. presents PULSE EXPRESSION Vol. 1
Watch local dancers showcase artistry and movement in this celebration of talent.
Walk With a Doc: Dodge
Walk With a Doc: Dodge at Dodge Community Center
Whitney w/ Oscar Lindsey
Whitney w/ Oscar Lindsey at Skully's Music Diner
Walk With a Doc: Far East
Walk With a Doc: Far East at Far East Community Center
Hello Emerson's "Brief Interviews on Heartbreak"
Hello Emerson's "Brief Interviews on Heartbreak" at Studio 35 Cinema & Drafthouse
Interpol w/ DIIV
Interpol w/ DIIV at KEMBA Live!
Parents Night Out at The Schoolhouse
Supervised evening care program where kids play while parents get a night out.
Glass Pumpkin Patch
Fall-themed glass pumpkin display at Franklin Park Conservatory included with admission.
Ghost Walk - Haunted Historic Delaware
Spooky historic walking tour through Delaware's haunted streets.
Little Shop of Horrors
Darkly comic musical about a carnivorous plant at the Jewish Community Center.
Inside the Music - Sensory Friendly Series
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly orchestral music presented by New Albany Symphony Orchestra—free admission.
Books Breath: Columbus 2026
Mindfulness and literacy program combining books, breathing, and calm for all ages.
Jeff Tobin and the 1099s with The Everlasting Happiness
Jeff Tobin and the 1099s with The Everlasting Happiness at The Rambling House
Ohio State Buckeyes Football vs. University of Maryland Terrapins Football
Watch Ohio State Buckeyes football face off against Maryland at Ohio Stadium.
Jo Koy
Jo Koy at Palace Theatre Columbus
Spooky Pooch Parade
Spooky pet parade at Madison Park—dress up your pup or just enjoy the fun.
Halloween at Thurber House: Murder Mystery & Book Bar
Halloween at Thurber House: Murder Mystery & Book Bar at Thurber Center
ASL-Interpreted Tour
ASL-Interpreted Tour at Wexner Center Galleries
Failure w/ quannnic
Failure w/ quannnic at A&R Music Bar
Make Art on High
Drop-in spooky art workshop with scratch-board & art supplies at Studios on High Gallery.
Columbus Blues Alliance Hall of Fame Celebration
Columbus Blues Alliance Hall of Fame Celebration at Natalie's Grandview
Día de los Niños (Day of the Children) - FREE EVENT
Free Day of the Children celebration at Lincoln Theatre with culture and fun.
Pop Art Skeleton
Paint a pop-art skeleton design at Brush Crazy's guided art session.
Magical Meetups - The Halloween Town Market
Step into a Halloween Town-themed market with vendors, crafts, and spooky fun.
Lenny Pearce
Lenny Pearce at KEMBA Live!
Driveways w/ Eternal Boy & Goalkeeper
Driveways w/ Eternal Boy & Goalkeeper at Skully's Music Diner
Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Volleyball vs. University of Minnesota Golden Gophers Women's Volleyball
Cheer on Ohio State Women's Volleyball against Minnesota at Covelli Center.
Walk to End Alzheimer's
Join a nationwide fundraising walk to support Alzheimer's research and awareness.
NASO The Singing Rooms
New Albany Symphony celebrates International Day of the Girl with violin superstar Isabelle Durrenberger.
The Singing Rooms
Free live performance presented by New Albany Symphony Orchestra at McCoy Center.
Josephine with Sour Fiction & Holling
Josephine with Sour Fiction & Holling at The Rambling House
Rebecca Black
Rebecca Black: Exhibitionism on Tour at Newport Music Hall
Storybook Snacks: A Parent & Me Cooking Adventure
Parent-child cooking class bringing storybook characters to life through recipes.
Chasing Abbey
Chasing Abbey at A&R Music Bar
Music Together | Fall Session (10:30)
Parent-baby music class combining singing, movement, and bonding through music.
Tanner Dane at Woodlnds Tavern
Tanner Dane at Woodlnds Tavern at Woodlands Tavern
PIG w/ Cyanotic
PIG w/ Cyanotic at Rumba Cafe
Music Together | Fall Session (11:30)
Parent-baby music class combining singing, movement, and bonding through music.
DISPATCH FAMILY VALUE PACK-CBJ VS. FLORIDA PANTHERS
CBJ plays Florida Panthers—catch pro hockey with family value packages.
Behind the Bar | October
Behind the Bar | October at The Kitchen
Blue Jackets vs. Florida Panthers
Blue Jackets take on the Florida Panthers in NHL regular-season hockey.
Music Together | Fall Session (9:30)
Parent-baby music class combining singing, movement, and bonding through music.
CBJ V. FLORIDA PANTHERS
Columbus Blue Jackets battle Florida Panthers in a regular-season game at Nationwide Arena.
Indian Classics
Hands-on Indian cooking class at Mitchell Hall—learn spices and classic dishes.
National Fossil Day - Fossil Tour of the Ohio Statehouse
National Fossil Day - Fossil Tour of the Ohio Statehouse in Columbus
Bombargo
Bombargo at A&R Music Bar
Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers w/ Ike Reilly Featuring Shane Reilly
Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers w/ Ike Reilly Featuring Shane Reilly at Rumba Cafe
Columbus Crew vs. Charlotte FC
Watch the Columbus Crew take on Charlotte FC at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field.
Little Zen & Me: A Playful Yoga Journey Fall #2
Little Zen & Me: A Playful Yoga Journey Fall #2 at Philip Heit Center Conference Room on the first floor 150 W. Main St. New Albany, OH 43054
Mahj 102: Take Your Mah Jongg Game to the Next Level
Mahj 102: Take Your Mah Jongg Game to the Next Level at Grove City Brewing Company
Taste of the Town
Taste of the Town at The Makoy
Laura Veirs w/ Karl Blau
Laura Veirs w/ Karl Blau at Natalie's Grandview
AFI
AFI at Newport Music Hall
Blues & Beyond: The Lady Nikki/Ed Robinson Situation
Blues & Beyond: The Lady Nikki/Ed Robinson Situation at Natalie's Grandview
Speak Easy: True Stories, Told Live
Speak Easy: True Stories, Told Live at Wild Goose Creative
2nd International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Big Data Analytics
2nd International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Big Data Analytics in Columbus
The Price Is Right Live - Stage Show
Interactive stage show recreation of the beloved game show Price Is Right at Palace Theatre.
Jon Lampley
Jon Lampley at Natalie's Grandview
COSTA @ Skully's - Columbus, OH - 10.15.26
COSTA @ Skully's - Columbus, OH - 10.15.26 at Skullys Music Diner
Son Of Dribble with Chlorine & Dolphins
Son Of Dribble with Chlorine & Dolphins at The Rambling House
COSTA
COSTA at Skully's Music Diner
Colby Acuff
Colby Acuff at A&R Music Bar
Victor Jones
Victor Jones at Rumba Cafe
Dana and Alden
Dana and Alden at A&R Music Bar
Witchy Boo
Paint a spooky witch design at Brush Crazy's guided paint-and-sip studio.
Dancers Making Dances: Creative Collab
Dancers Making Dances: Creative Collab at Columbus Dance Theatre
RETRO FEST 2026
RETRO FEST 2026 at The Rambling House
Trad Nua Concert Series: Open the Door for Three
Trad Nua Concert Series: Open the Door for Three at Natalie's Grandview
Voyage - Celebrating The Music of Journey
Tribute band Voyage performs Journey hits at Hollywood Casino's Event Center.
Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA
Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA at Short North Church
Happy Chichester
Happy Chichester - Free Happening Hour Show at Natalie's Grandview
Nirvani - a Nirvana Tribute Experience at Woodlands Tavern
Nirvani - a Nirvana Tribute Experience at Woodlands Tavern in Columbus
Niko Moon
Niko Moon at KEMBA Live!
Haunted Statehouse Tours
Haunted Statehouse Tours at Ohio Statehouse
Marilyn - Senior Citizen Dress Rehearsal
Marilyn - Senior Citizen Dress Rehearsal at Davidson Theatre, Riffe Center
John Lampley
John Lampley at Natalie's Grandview
Jamie Wolf LIVE Comedy Show @ The Attic Comedy Club
Jamie Wolf LIVE Comedy Show @ The Attic Comedy Club in Columbus
Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift
Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift at Short North Church
Loft Gallery: Marjaneh Abbasi Watercolor
Loft Gallery: Marjaneh Abbasi Watercolor | Opening Reception at Priscilla R. Tyson Cultural Arts Center
DISPATCH FAMILY VALUE PACK-CBJ VS. NEW YORK RANGERS
CBJ vs. New York Rangers—family hockey with discounted ticket bundles.
La Vie en Rose: Third Annual Symphony Gala
La Vie en Rose: Third Annual Symphony Gala at The Lakes Golf and Country Club
Blue Jackets vs. New York Rangers
NHL hockey showdown: Blue Jackets take on the Rangers at Nationwide Arena.
Community Crafters
Drop-in craft sessions at New Albany Library for kids to make and create together.
A Cozy Acoustic Evening with Angela Perley, Lea Marra, & The River Boys
A Cozy Acoustic Evening with Angela Perley, Lea Marra, & The River Boys at Natalie's Grandview
Mozart's Great Mass
ProMusica's season opener featuring Mozart's elegant music at the historic Southern Theatre.
Celebrate Diwali: A Family Chai & Craft Experience
Make crafts & sip chai while celebrating Diwali with family at the Philip Heit Center.
Artist Opening Reception for Man-Wai Wu: Falling In Love with Art
Artist Opening Reception for Man-Wai Wu: Falling In Love with Art at Hayley Gallery 260 Market Street New Albany, OH, 43054
Witch Kitty
Create a whimsical Witch Kitty painting with step-by-step guidance at Brush Crazy.
CCT's SandBox Series: Abuela
30-minute immersive theatre celebrating imagination, family, and cultural heritage.
CBJ V. NEW YORK RANGERS
Columbus Blue Jackets face New York Rangers in a regular-season hockey game at Nationwide Arena.
Central Ohio Kidney Walk
Walk together at Coffman Park to support kidney patients and their families.
Crowder LIVE! - Grove City, OH
Crowder LIVE! at The Naz Church—free family-friendly concert.
Tchaikovsky's Romeo & Juliet + Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition - Masterworks I
Columbus Symphony performs two beloved Russian masterworks—Tchaikovsky's Romeo & Juliet and Mussorgsky's Pictures.
Chloe Kimes - Daredevil Tour
Chloe Kimes - Daredevil Tour at Natalie's Grandview
Spooky Pumpkin Patch
Paint a Halloween-themed pumpkin patch design with guided instruction at Brush Crazy.
English Conversation Tables
English Conversation Tables at New Albany Library 200 Market Street New Albany, OH 43054
25th Global Summit on Nursing Education and Practice (GSNEP 2026)
25th Global Summit on Nursing Education and Practice (GSNEP 2026) at Los Angeles, USA
Community Health Talk: The Menopause Reset: Real Solutions
Community Health Talk: The Menopause Reset: Real Solutions at Philip Heit Center Conference Room on the 1st Floor 150 W. Main St. New Albany, OH 43054 The parking lot and main entr
WOLPH at Woodlands Tavern
WOLPH at Woodlands Tavern in Columbus
DISPATCH FAMILY VALUE PACK-CBJ VS. TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS
Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Toronto Maple Leafs at Nationwide Arena—family-priced hockey.
Life With the Circus: Francis Beverly Kelley
Life With the Circus: Francis Beverly Kelley at Barn at Stratford
Vitamin String Quartet
Vitamin String Quartet at Southern Theatre
The Band Memo
The Band Memo at Rumba Cafe
Red Leather
Red Leather at A&R Music Bar
Blue Jackets vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
Professional ice hockey: Columbus Blue Jackets take on Toronto.
CBJ V. TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS
Columbus Blue Jackets take on Toronto Maple Leafs in a regular-season game at Nationwide Arena.
Promise in Action Annual Fundraiser and Awards Luncheon
Promise in Action Annual Fundraiser and Awards Luncheon at The Boat House at Confluence Park
Gramercy Books Hosts Jeff Kinney's Interactive Stage Show!
Jeff Kinney brings Diary of a Wimpy Kid to life with an interactive stage show.
Five Finger Death Punch
Five Finger Death Punch at Nationwide Arena
Circleville Pumpkin Show
Ohio's famous pumpkin festival in Circleville with seasonal fun for all ages.
Modern Calligraphy & Pumpkin Lettering for Beginners at Grove City Brewing Company
Modern Calligraphy & Pumpkin Lettering for Beginners at Grove City Brewing Company
Boo & Brew at Bridge Park
Family-friendly trick-or-treat celebration throughout Bridge Park in Dublin.
CAPA Haunts the Palace
Free, family-friendly Halloween event at the historic Palace Theatre for kids of all ages.
DICE w/ The Back Alley
DICE w/ The Back Alley at Rumba Cafe
Piano recital by guest artist Julian Jaeyoung Kim
Piano recital by guest artist Julian Jaeyoung Kim at Michael D. Eisner Center for the Performing Arts
Big D and the Kids Table
Big D and the Kids Table at Ace of Cups
Mystery Canvas
Surprise paint class at Brush Crazy—discover this month's mystery design and make it your own.
The Mustangs
The Mustangs at Natalie's Grandview
Odie Leigh is Alone
Odie Leigh is Alone at Rumba Cafe
Pumpkin Welcome
Paint a welcoming pumpkin design at Brush Crazy's guided studio class.
Truancy Club with Lakehorse & Mollard
Truancy Club with Lakehorse & Mollard at The Rambling House
Rod Wave: Don't Look Down Tour
Rod Wave: Don't Look Down Tour at Schottenstein Center
Caitlin Kraus and Brad Swiniarski
Caitlin Kraus and Brad Swiniarski at Sweet Harmony Canal
Fall Happy Hour at The Kitchen
Fall Happy Hour at The Kitchen in Columbus
The Rocky Horror Show
The Rocky Horror Show at Short North Stage - Garden Theater
Silly Goose w/ Cheem
Silly Goose w/ Cheem at A&R Music Bar
Halloween Thrills at ZipZone!
Zip line through spooky Halloween decorations during ZipZone's spirit week.
Humanities on Tap: Joyful Advocacy in Troubled Times
Humanities on Tap: Joyful Advocacy in Troubled Times at Budd Dairy Food Hall
Earlybirds Club
Earlybirds Club at Newport Music Hall
Julia Cole
Julia Cole at Ace of Cups
Men's Ice Hockey vs. Augustana
Ohio State men's ice hockey vs. Augustana at Schottenstein Center.
Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Volleyball vs. Indiana University Women's Volleyball
Watch Ohio State Women's Volleyball take on Indiana at Covelli Center.
American Steakhouse: Surf and Turf
American Steakhouse: Surf and Turf at Mitchell Hall
ZipZone Night Flight Zip Line Tours
Zip line through the forest canopy on an exciting night flight tour at ZipZone.
Flogo Shaggins at Rambling House
Flogo Shaggins at Rambling House at The Rambling House
The Army, The Navy: The Fake Brave Tour 2026 | Ella Woolsey
The Army, The Navy: The Fake Brave Tour 2026 | Ella Woolsey at A & R Music Bar
Andyman's Tree House Presents: Fletch * Greenlawn Abby * 11+2=12+1
Andyman's Tree House Presents: Fletch * Greenlawn Abby * 11+2=12+1 at Rumba Cafe
Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Hockey vs. Colgate University Women's Hockey
Watch Ohio State Women's Hockey take on Colgate at the university ice rink.
Pumpkin and Broom
Paint a spooky pumpkin-and-broom canvas with step-by-step guidance at Brush Crazy.
Nourish Jr.: Better Than The Coffee Shop
Nourish Jr.: Better Than The Coffee Shop at Philip Heit Center Demo Kitchen on the first floor 150 W. Main St. New Albany, OH 43054
Chamber Singers concert
Chamber Singers concert at Michael D. Eisner Center for the Performing Arts
'LOVE/SICK'
'LOVE/SICK' at Michael D. Eisner Center for the Performing Arts
Sequentia's Medieval Journey
Sequentia's Medieval Journey at Trinity Episcopal Church
GOLDEN: A K-Pop Kids Party!
K-pop dance party designed for kids at Skully's Music Diner.
CBJ V. VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS
Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Vegas Golden Knights hockey game.
An Evening of Music with Caroline Spence and American Roots Students
An Evening of Music with Caroline Spence and American Roots Students at Michael D. Eisner Center for the Performing Arts
Columbus Crew vs. Toronto FC
Catch the Columbus Crew battle Toronto FC in MLS action.
Kyle Kinane
Kyle Kinane at Funny Bone Comedy Club - Columbus
Crow in the Cemetary
Paint a moody crow-in-the-cemetery scene with step-by-step help at Brush Crazy.
Walk N' Roll
Walk N' Roll at Westerville Community Center
Blue Jackets vs. Vegas Golden Knights
NHL hockey: Blue Jackets vs. Vegas Golden Knights at Nationwide Arena.
Pantry Band live at Pumpkin Patch
Annual pumpkin patch fundraiser with live music from the Pantry Band.
PBR Bull Riding
PBR Bull Riding Challenger Series at Ohio Expo Center—thrilling rodeo action.
Dinner Detective Columbus- October 24th Halloween Event (Costumes Encouraged!)
Dinner Detective Columbus- October 24th Halloween Event (Costumes Encouraged!) at Embassy Suites Columbus
Fall Flower Centerpiece Workshop
Fall Flower Centerpiece Workshop at Blossom Flower Bar
Yin Yoga
Yin Yoga at The OSU Wexner Medical Center’s Health & Fitness Center Studio 2 150 W Main Street New Albany, OH 43054
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Aanikoobijigan [ancestor/great-grandparent/great-grandchild] (Adam and Zach Khalil, 2026)
Aanikoobijigan [ancestor/great-grandparent/great-grandchild] (Adam and Zach Khalil, 2026) at Wexner Center Film/Video Theater
Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Volleyball vs. Oregon Ducks Volleyball
Watch Ohio State Women's Volleyball battle Oregon at Covelli Center.
DISPATCH FAMILY VALUE PACK-CBJ VS. VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS
Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Vegas Golden Knights at Nationwide Arena—family-priced hockey.
LIVE @ Polaris presents: Boo & Brew
LIVE @ Polaris presents: Boo & Brew at Polaris Fashion Place
Pink Owl, The Electric Grandmother, Eternal Brian Damage & Jackoff Demons
Pink Owl, The Electric Grandmother, Eternal Brian Damage & Jackoff Demons at The Rambling House
Bedazzled Book Journals & Book Chat
Bedazzled Book Journals & Book Chat at New Albany Library 200 Market Street New Albany, OH 43054
WestFest 2026
Free, family-friendly science & sustainability showcase at Ohio State University.
Fran Ryan Center: Demo Day
Hands-on demo day at Fran Ryan Center showcasing arts & STEM projects.
Barbara Forever (Brydie O'Connor, 2026)
Barbara Forever (Brydie O'Connor, 2026) at Wexner Center Film/Video Theater
Walk With a Doc: Linden
Walk With a Doc: Linden at Linden Community Center
The Brook and The Bluff
The Brook and The Bluff at A&R Music Bar
Do You Love Me (Lana Daher, 2025)
Do You Love Me (Lana Daher, 2025) at Wexner Center Film/Video Theater
Nearsited
Nearsited in Columbus
Everyday Sourdough: A Beginner Workshop
Everyday Sourdough: A Beginner Workshop at Philip Heit Center Demo Kitchen on the first floor 150 W. Main Street New Albany, OH 43054
Sad Hour with Mery Steel
Sad Hour with Mery Steel at The Rambling House
Halloween Market / Trick or Treat
Halloween Market / Trick or Treat at BrewDog Canal Winchester
Men's Basketball vs. Butler
Ohio State men's basketball vs. Butler at Schottenstein Center.
Ghost Boo!
Create a friendly ghost painting with easy step-by-step instructions at Brush Crazy.
Jesse Welles: Red Tour 2026 Presented by WCBE
Jesse Welles: Red Tour 2026 Presented by WCBE at KEMBA Live! Columbus, OH
Jesse Welles w/ Hudson Freeman
Jesse Welles w/ Hudson Freeman at KEMBA Live!
KidX Candy Crawl
Trick-or-treat in costume at Polaris Fashion Place for Halloween candy.
SingUnited International Convention and Competition
A cappella competition & convention—sing, perform, and celebrate group harmony with teams from around the world.
Modern Parisian Bistro
Modern Parisian Bistro at Columbus State Community College
Sweet Adelines International Convention and Competition
Sweet Adelines International Convention and Competition at Greater Columbus Convention Center
Brother Ali
Brother Ali at Skully's Music Diner
Jill Pelto Artist Talk
Jill Pelto Artist Talk at Denison Museum
The Vail Series presents The Green Room Ensemble featuring Eleanor Alberga
The Vail Series presents The Green Room Ensemble featuring Eleanor Alberga at Swasey Chapel
The Sea Monks + Piatt Pund at Rambling House
The Sea Monks + Piatt Pund at Rambling House at The Rambling House
Dead Man's Cell Phone
Dead Man's Cell Phone at Department of Theatre, Film, and Media Arts Building
Mario Kart Band Halloween!
Mario Kart-themed band performance—perfect for fans of the game and family-friendly music.
Parker MacDonell Album Release Show
Parker MacDonell Album Release Show at Natalie's Grandview
Benjamin Callender
Benjamin Callender at Natalie's Grandview
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