Things to do with toddlers in Toledo

Sun, Aug 9

Concerts on the Green

Free outdoor concert on the green in historic Worthington—perfect for a family picnic.

Sun, Aug 9 +1 dates

10 Minutes on the Dot

Guided close-up look at a single artwork with an educator at Columbus Museum of Art.

Sun, Aug 9

HAC Summer Concert Series- Hilliard Community Band

Free community band concert—classic summer entertainment for all ages.

Sun, Aug 9

Luke Borchelt Happy Hour Concert w/ Travis Reid Ball Band

Luke Borchelt Happy Hour Concert w/ Travis Reid Ball Band at Rumba Cafe

Sun, Aug 9

Sunday Funday: End of Summer Fair & Festival of Faith & Nations

End-of-summer fair celebrating diverse cultures—rides, food, and cultural performances.

Sun, Aug 9 +4 dates

Bobby Floyd Trio - Free Happening Hour Show

Free live jazz on the Hammond B3 organ at Natalie's Grandview, Columbus.

Sun, Aug 9

The Hartford Fair

Family fun at The Hartford Fair in Croton.

Sun, Aug 9

Music of Chopin – Piano Concert

Classical piano concert featuring Chopin at Rose Run Presbyterian Church.

Sun, Aug 9

Worthington Concerts on the Green on Sundays

Free Sunday concerts on the green—perfect for family picnics.

Sun, Aug 9

Open Farm Days at Harrison Farm

Free farm visit where kids experience agricultural activities and animal encounters.

Sun, Aug 9

Marcus Theatres Kids Dream Summer Film Series: The Muppet Movie

Discounted family-movie screenings featuring beloved kids' films.

Sun, Aug 9

Hilliard Arts Council Summer Concert Series

Free summer concert series from Hilliard Arts Council—local talent.

Sun, Aug 9

Westerville Sounds of Summer Concert Series

Free outdoor summer concerts perfect for picnicking and family fun.

Sun, Aug 9

Of Virtue

Of Virtue at Ace of Cups

Sun, Aug 9

Sunday Fundays - End of Summer Fair

Monthly themed fair with dining, shopping, and entertainment in historic Worthington.

Sun, Aug 9

🎨🥤💜 Paint and Sip: Dripping Hydrangeas 🌸✨

🎨🥤💜 Paint and Sip: Dripping Hydrangeas 🌸✨ at Pinot's Palette Short North

Sun, Aug 9

🎨🥤🌅 Paint and Sip: Hilltop Sunset 🌄✨

🎨🥤🌅 Paint and Sip: Hilltop Sunset 🌄✨ at Pinot's Palette Short North

Sun, Aug 9

Concerts on the Green: Conspiracy

Free outdoor concert series at Worthington Village Green.

Sun, Aug 9

Park of Roses Concert Series: Clintonville Community Choir

Free community choir concert in the Park of Roses gazebo every Sunday evening.

Sun, Aug 9

🎨🥤🍦 Paint and Sip: Scoop There It Is 🍨✨

🎨🥤🍦 Paint and Sip: Scoop There It Is 🍨✨ at Pinot's Palette Short North

Sun, Aug 9

🎨🥤🌊 Paint and Sip: Beach Bliss 🏖️✨

🎨🥤🌊 Paint and Sip: Beach Bliss 🏖️✨ at Pinot's Palette Short North

Sun, Aug 9

Mason Summer Studio Recital

Summer recital celebrating young musicians at Mason Studio, held at Natalie's Grandview.

Sun, Aug 9

Willy Tea Taylor & The Turkey Buzzards

Willy Tea Taylor & The Turkey Buzzards at Natalie's Grandview

Sun, Aug 9

Ron Holmes -Eclecticism at the Goodale Park Music Series

Ron Holmes Eclecticism closes the Goodale Park Music Series with live music in the gazebo.

Sun, Aug 9 +3 dates

Ealy House Museum Open

Historic home museum open for tours—explore local heritage.

Mon, Aug 10

Lolli-Pops! Summer Children's Concert Series

Free outdoor concert series with music designed for young children.

Mon, Aug 10

The Matt Simmons Band @ the Hartford Fair!

Live music at the Hartford Fair—classic county-fair fun for the whole family.

Mon, Aug 10

Johnny Manchild & The Poor Bastards w/ Friend of a Friend & Karma and The Killjoys

Johnny Manchild & The Poor Bastards w/ Friend of a Friend & Karma and The Killjoys at Rumba Cafe

Mon, Aug 10

American Football - Band

American Football - Band at Newport Music Hall

Mon, Aug 10 +2 dates

Monday Pub Quiz at Fado Irish Pub

Monday Pub Quiz at Fado Irish Pub in Columbus

Tue, Aug 11

2026 Leagues Cup Phase One: Columbus Crew v Pumas

Watch the Columbus Crew take on Pumas in the 2026 Leagues Cup at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field.

Tue, Aug 11

It's Family Night @ Our Haus!

Family dinner night with free kids' meals and entertainment at Hofbrauhaus Columbus.

Tue, Aug 11

Sunset Y Suenos

Sunset Y Suenos at Antiques on High

Tue, Aug 11

Family Flick Nights at Hinson Amphitheater: The Lion King

Free outdoor screening of The Lion King under the stars at a local amphitheater.

Tue, Aug 11

Columbus Clippers: Dime-A-Dog Night

Minor league baseball with $1 hot dogs—a classic family night out.

Tue, Aug 11

Caribbean Flavor Celebration series

Caribbean cooking class at Philip Heit Center Demo Kitchen—fun culinary exploration.

Tue, Aug 11 +2 dates

Summer Art Breaks

Sensory-inclusive art-making for kids & families at Columbus Museum of Art.

Tue, Aug 11

Dorrian Days

Community gathering and celebration at Dorrian Green.

Tue, Aug 11

Free Family Flick Night – The Lion King

Free family movie night: The Lion King at Hinson Amphitheater.

Tue, Aug 11

Taco Tuesday

Taco Tuesday at Columbus Commons

Tue, Aug 11 +1 dates

Free Play

Free outdoor play at Columbus Commons with carousel, parachute games, and Imagination Playground blocks.

Tue, Aug 11

Free HIIT Class at the Commons (6:30)

Free HIIT Class at the Commons (6:30) at Columbus Commons

Tue, Aug 11

Free HIIT Class at the Commons (5:30)

Free HIIT Class at the Commons (5:30) at Columbus Commons

Tue, Aug 11

Columbus Crew vs Pumas UNAM

Professional soccer: Columbus Crew vs Pumas UNAM at Lower.com Field.

Tue, Aug 11

Summer Pies

Summer Pies festival in Marysville—food, fun, and community celebration.

Tue, Aug 11 +5 dates

Columbus Clippers vs. Omaha Storm Chasers

Columbus Clippers minor-league baseball game at Huntington Park downtown.

Wed, Aug 12 +1 dates

Asian Lantern Festival

Glowing lantern displays at Cleveland Zoo — a magical seasonal celebration.

Wed, Aug 12

Galapagos-Reveal

Details reveal for the Galapagos 2029 travel adventure at Aquatic Adventures Ohio.

Wed, Aug 12

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board at Bob Crane Community Center, 3200 Tremont Rd, Upper Arlington OH 43221

Wed, Aug 12 +2 dates

Upper Arlington Farmers Market

Local farmers market with fresh produce and vendors, perfect for families.

Wed, Aug 12

Andy Thomas - Highway Junkie Tour - at Woodlands Tavern

Andy Thomas - Highway Junkie Tour - at Woodlands Tavern in Columbus

Wed, Aug 12 +5 dates

Farmers Market

Free farmers market inside the Franklin Park Conservatory & Botanical Gardens.

Wed, Aug 12

Breakfast at the Commons

Rotating breakfast food trucks at Columbus Commons, Wed mornings May–Sept.

Wed, Aug 12

Movies in the Park: Wicked For Good

Outdoor movie screening of Wicked under the stars in Grove City.

Wed, Aug 12

Frail Talk w/ Learner

Frail Talk w/ Learner at Rumba Cafe

Wed, Aug 12

One Night Live Presents: Frail Talk

One Night Live Presents: Frail Talk at Rumba Cafe

Wed, Aug 12 +2 dates

The Play Spot: Summer Series 2

Playful summer activities for babies and toddlers at Philip Heit Center.

Wed, Aug 12

Midweek Music - Dublin Summer Fun Series

Free live music Wednesday evenings at Riverside Crossing Park all summer long.

Wed, Aug 12

Perseids Meteor Shower

Watch the Perseid meteor shower light up the night sky—a free celestial spectacle.

Wed, Aug 12 +1 dates

Food Truck Wednesdays

Weekly rotating food trucks at Coffman Park in Dublin for lunch.

Wed, Aug 12

Midweek Music Series

Live music in the park—a free community concert series perfect for a family outing.

Wed, Aug 12

Free Yoga at the Commons (5:30)

Free Yoga at the Commons (5:30) at Columbus Commons

Wed, Aug 12

Columbus Clippers $5 Wednesdays

Columbus Clippers baseball games with just-$5 ticket pricing every Wednesday.

Wed, Aug 12

Partial Solar Eclipse

Witness a partial solar eclipse visible from Ohio—a rare celestial event.

Wed, Aug 12

Free Yoga at the Commons (6:30)

Free Yoga at the Commons (6:30) at Columbus Commons

Wed, Aug 12

Happy Hour w/ Wheeler Creek at Woodlands Tavern

Happy Hour w/ Wheeler Creek at Woodlands Tavern in Columbus

Wed, Aug 12

Tomato Contest at the Reynoldsburg Tomato Festival

Reynoldsburg Tomato Festival with contests & family fun in Reynoldsburg.

Wed, Aug 12

The String Cheese Incident: Just Keep Spinning Tour

The String Cheese Incident: Just Keep Spinning Tour at KEMBA LIVE!

Wed, Aug 12

Social Dance 101

Social Dance 101 at Crystal Ballroom Dance Center

Thu, Aug 13

A Tale of Two

A Tale of Two at Natalie's Grandview

Thu, Aug 13 +1 dates

Celebration at the Station

Fleetwood Gold tribute concert at Celebration at the Station in Hilliard.

Thu, Aug 13

BAM! Live: Jazz, Soul & Surprises with the Tony Hagood Quartet

BAM! Live: Jazz, Soul & Surprises with the Tony Hagood Quartet at Columbus Museum of Art

Thu, Aug 13

2026 Royalty Presentation and Crowning Coronation

Royalty crowning ceremony at Reynoldsburg Tomato Festival.

Thu, Aug 13

Hebron Farmers Market - August

Fresh local produce and crafts at Hebron Farmers Market.

Thu, Aug 13

Greater Columbus: Up Close with Dana Lynn Harper

Artist talk at Columbus Museum of Art—learn about local creative work.

Thu, Aug 13

FLIPPO: Tribute to Joni Mitchell

FLIPPO: Tribute to Joni Mitchell at Natalie's Grandview

Thu, Aug 13

TeethTeam

TeethTeam at Classics Victorys

Thu, Aug 13

Fitness in the Park | Zumba with Grove City Fit

Fitness in the Park | Zumba with Grove City Fit at Town Center Park, 3359 Park St. Grove City OH 43123

Thu, Aug 13

Theme Thursdays at The Big Splash

Themed days at an outdoor water park—splash, play, and cool off all summer long.

Thu, Aug 13

2026 ProMusica Summer Music Series

Free ProMusica summer classical music series at Franklin Park Conservatory in Columbus.

Thu, Aug 13

Blood Pressure Check & CPR Practice

Blood Pressure Check & CPR Practice at Bob Crane Community Center, 3200 Tremont Rd, Upper Arlington OH 43221

Thu, Aug 13

Reynoldsburg Tomato Festival

Family-friendly festival celebrating tomatoes at Huber Park.

Thu, Aug 13

BAM Thursdays

Free all-ages evening at the museum with live music, art, and food on Thursdays.

Thu, Aug 13

Dru Montana Live Standup Comedy Show @ The Attic Comedy Club!

Dru Montana Live Standup Comedy Show @ The Attic Comedy Club! in Columbus

Thu, Aug 13

Diggy Graves – The No Vacancy Tour

Diggy Graves – The No Vacancy Tour at Newport Music Hall, Columbus, OH

Thu, Aug 13 +2 dates

Healthy New Albany Farmers Market

Browse local produce and goods at Market Square farmers market in New Albany.

Thu, Aug 13

Seniors and Law Enforcement (S.A.L.T.) Meeting

Seniors and Law Enforcement (S.A.L.T.) Meeting at 4330 Dudley Ave. Grove City OH 43123

Thu, Aug 13

Wib Schneider LIVE

Wib Schneider LIVE at Edison Brewing Company

Thu, Aug 13

Hope in Action Fundraiser Gala

Hope in Action Fundraiser Gala at Strongwater

Thu, Aug 13

Summer Music Series: A Classical Evening

Free ProMusica classical concert for all ages at Franklin Park Conservatory.

Thu, Aug 13

Food Truck Food Court

Food trucks & farmers market at Columbus Commons, Thu afternoons May–Sept.

Thu, Aug 13

Empower Hour

Empower Hour - Dublin Summer Fun Series at Riverside Crossing Park

Thu, Aug 13

Downtown Columbus Farmers Market with Common Greens

Downtown Columbus Farmers Market at Commons, Thu May–Sept with food trucks.

Thu, Aug 13

Fumi Abe

Fumi Abe at Columbus Funny Bone

Fri, Aug 14

The Navigators

The Navigators at Columbus Commons

Fri, Aug 14

Zac Brown Band: Love & Fear Tour

Zac Brown Band: Love & Fear Tour at Nationwide Arena

Fri, Aug 14

Friday Night Ice Cream-THE Root Beer Stand at Indian Lake

Vintage root beer stand ice-cream night at Indian Lake—nostalgic family treat.

Fri, Aug 14

Andyman's Tree House Presents: Karate Coyote * X-Rated Cowboys * Rival Cities

Andyman's Tree House Presents: Karate Coyote * X-Rated Cowboys * Rival Cities at Rumba Cafe

Fri, Aug 14

Summer Music Series: A Little Night Music

Free all-ages classical music celebration with ProMusica at Franklin Park Conservatory.

Fri, Aug 14

Lake Effect Band at The Grainery Live!

Lake Effect Band at The Grainery Live in Plain City—local live music.

Fri, Aug 14

KidX Paw Patrol

Paw Patrol celebration and meet-and-greet event at Polaris Fashion Place.

Fri, Aug 14

Seton Parish Family Festival

43-year tradition: free parish family festival with games, food & fun.

Fri, Aug 14 +1 dates

Yoga on the Square

Yoga on the Square in Columbus

Fri, Aug 14

String Impact 2026: Resonance

String Impact 2026: Resonance in Columbus

Fri, Aug 14

Tony Roberts

Tony Roberts at Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant

Fri, Aug 14

Touch A Truck

Kids explore and climb on real emergency vehicles at this hands-on touch-a-truck event.

Fri, Aug 14

Festival King & Queen Crowning! Opening Ceremony.

Carroll Community Festival opening ceremony with King & Queen crowning—community celebration.

Fri, Aug 14

Movies in the Park: Wicked- For Good

Free outdoor screening of Wicked in Ashville—family-friendly summer movie night.

Fri, Aug 14

Karate Coyote at Rumba Cafe

Karate Coyote live at Rumba Cafe—fun band performance.

Fri, Aug 14

Food Friday Friday

Food Friday in Circleville—family-friendly food festival event.

Fri, Aug 14

Chris Smither

Chris Smither at Natalie's Grandview

Fri, Aug 14

Ben Dumek LIVE

Ben Dumek LIVE at Edison Brewing Company

Fri, Aug 14

Anonymous: The Secrets Show

Anonymous: The Secrets Show at The Nest Theatre

Fri, Aug 14

Lunchtime Live!

Free live music for kids at Weaver Park.

Fri, Aug 14

The Wind Remembers Us

The Wind Remembers Us at Modern Ohio Realty

Fri, Aug 14

Columbus Food Truck Festival

Food truck festival at Franklin County Fairgrounds in Hilliard.

Fri, Aug 14

Carroll Community Festival

Carroll Community Festival—all-ages outdoor celebration with food and community fun.

Fri, Aug 14

Jacob Perez & the Boy Howdies, West Taylor & Aidan Robinson

Jacob Perez & the Boy Howdies, West Taylor & Aidan Robinson at Sweet Harmony Canal

Fri, Aug 14

Back To School Backyard BBQ

End-of-summer BBQ with fun surprises and community vibes at Littleton's.

Sat, Aug 15 +4 dates

Swingin' n Shakin' with Whirlybirds - FREE Happening Hour Show

Free live music and dancing with Whirlybirds every Saturday at Natalie's Grandview.

Sat, Aug 15

Event on AUG 15

Family day at Columbus Zoo with animals, exhibits, and activities.

Sat, Aug 15

The Miss Ohio and Miss Ohio Teen Volunteer Pageant

Watch teen competitors showcase talent and community service at Ohio's official pageant.

Sat, Aug 15

Keith Prater and Lacy Creek

Mount Sterling festival with live music by Keith Prater & Lacy Creek.

Sat, Aug 15

Summer Sizzler

Summer Sizzler at Classics Victorys

Sat, Aug 15

Concert On The Green: Common Thread

Free outdoor acoustic concert at Granville—family-friendly live music on the green.

Sat, Aug 15

CCT's SandBox Series: Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus

30-minute immersive play based on Mo Willems' beloved picture book.

Sat, Aug 15

Herb Walter Memorial Pie Contest

Carroll pie-baking competition—celebrate local traditions and homemade treats.

Sat, Aug 15

Garet Camella w/ Little Miami & Gold Row

Garet Camella w/ Little Miami & Gold Row at Rumba Cafe

Sat, Aug 15

Everclear in Reynoldsburg

Everclear performs at Reynoldsburg festival—live music for families.

Sat, Aug 15

Gates and Trees Tour

Gates and Trees Tour in Columbus

Sat, Aug 15

SaturDAY Party: Tiki Edition at Beeline

SaturDAY Party: Tiki Edition at Beeline in Columbus

Sat, Aug 15

MJ & Motown

Tribute to Michael Jackson and Motown at Charleen & Charles Hinson Amphitheater.

Sat, Aug 15

2026 Columbus Women & Girls' Fest

Music festival celebrating women & girls with TANK AND THE BANGAS headlining.

Sat, Aug 15

Carroll Community Festival Parade 2026

Carroll Community Festival Parade—small-town tradition with floats and family fun.

Sat, Aug 15

Westerville Saturday Farmers Market

Weekly farmers market with local produce, goods, and family-friendly vibes in Westerville.

Sat, Aug 15 +1 dates

Worthington Farmers Market

Worthington Farmers Market at Downtown Worthington

Sat, Aug 15

Schooley Family Band

Family-rooted band performs at Sweet Harmony Canal in Canal Winchester.

Sat, Aug 15

Columbus Crew 2 vs New York City FC II

Columbus Crew 2 soccer match—minor-league spectator sports action.

Sat, Aug 15

Speaking of History… A Fair To Remember

Speaking of History… A Fair To Remember in Columbus

Sat, Aug 15

Kids Markets at Hilliard

Kid-friendly vendor market at Franklin County Fairgrounds in Hilliard.

Sat, Aug 15

Rodney Crowell: Word For Word Tour

Rodney Crowell: Word For Word Tour at Natalie's Grandview

Sat, Aug 15

10th Annual! Tour de Buckeye Lake

Annual community bike tour at Buckeye Lake—fun outdoor activity for all ages.

Sat, Aug 15 +2 dates

Grove City Chamber Farmers Market

Weekly farmers market with fresh local produce and goods for the whole family.

Sat, Aug 15

Back to School Bash

Community celebration with games, activities, and excitement as kids gear up for school.

Sat, Aug 15

“The Menus!” - Carroll Community Festival

Carroll Community Festival features live band entertainment for the whole family.

Sat, Aug 15

Origin of Source Material for Ohio Hopewell Ceremonial Objects

Origin of Source Material for Ohio Hopewell Ceremonial Objects in Columbus

Sat, Aug 15

Friends of the Dead @ Columbus Food Truck Festival

Food trucks, local vendors & live entertainment at Columbus Food Truck Festival.

Sat, Aug 15

Summer Music in Nature Concert Series

Live music in nature at Grange Insurance Audubon Center—perfect for families.

Sat, Aug 15

Pablo Cruise at Woodlands Tavern

Pablo Cruise at Woodlands Tavern in Columbus

Sat, Aug 15

Rick Brunetto

Rick Brunetto at Edison Brewing Company

Sat, Aug 15

5K9 Rescue Dog Glow Walk/Run

Evening glow walk or run at Beulah Park benefiting local rescue dogs.

Sat, Aug 15

Bronwyn Keith-Hynes at Woodlands Tavern

Bronwyn Keith-Hynes at Woodlands Tavern in Columbus

Sat, Aug 15

Columbus Crew 2 vs. NYCFC II

Columbus Crew 2 vs. NYCFC II at Historic Crew Stadium

Sun, Aug 16

Music 4U! Free Summer Concerts - Duo 161

Free summer concert series in Granville featuring Duo 161.

Sun, Aug 16

Puppy Mingle (FREE!)

Free puppy playdate at Farm Bank Way in Grove City.

Sun, Aug 16

Aladdin Shrine Annual Car Show / Chicken & Corn Roast

Classic car show with chicken & corn roast at Aladdin Shrine.

Sun, Aug 16

The Toadies w/ Local H

The Toadies w/ Local H at Newport Music Hall

Sun, Aug 16

WOSU Bluegrass at the Barn

WOSU Bluegrass at the Barn at Mershon Auditorium

Sun, Aug 16

PBS ‘Songs at the Center – LIVE!’ Coming to the Hinson Amphitheater August 16

PBS 'Songs at the Center – LIVE!' brings music and entertainment to Hinson Amphitheater.

Sun, Aug 16

Toadies: The Charmer Tour

Toadies: The Charmer Tour | Local H, Olive Vox at Newport Music Hall

Sun, Aug 16

LynMonty: Soul Series

LynMonty: Soul Series at Natalie's Grandview

Sun, Aug 16

Haste the Day – The Midwest Metalcore Tour

Haste the Day – The Midwest Metalcore Tour at Skully's Music Diner

Sun, Aug 16

CMA Community Days | East of the Pacific: Making Histories of Asian American Art

Museum community day with activities celebrating Asian American art.

Sun, Aug 16

Joyce Manor

Joyce Manor at Ace of Cups

Sun, Aug 16

Omaha Storm Chasers at Columbus Clippers

Omaha Storm Chasers at Columbus Clippers at Huntington Park

Sun, Aug 16

Park of Roses Concert Series: Whetstone High School Marching Band

Free Sunday summer concert at Whetstone Park of Roses gazebo featuring local high school marching band.

Sun, Aug 16 +1 dates

Summer Concert Series

Community concert series with live music entertainment for families.

Sun, Aug 16

Semaphore with A Tiger Made of Lightning & Pantomime

Semaphore with A Tiger Made of Lightning & Pantomime at The Rambling House

Mon, Aug 17

Burning Brain Band * Shwarma * Later Gator * Faydark

Burning Brain Band * Shwarma * Later Gator * Faydark at Rumba Cafe

Mon, Aug 17

Storyline Book Club: The Classics Book Club

Storyline Book Club: The Classics Book Club at Storyline Bookshop

Tue, Aug 18

Free Pet Vaccine Clinic

Free pet vaccine clinic in Westerville—bring your family and furry friends.

Tue, Aug 18 +4 dates

St. Paul Saints at Columbus Clippers

St. Paul Saints at Columbus Clippers at Huntington Park

Tue, Aug 18

Concert On The Green: Rock This Way

Free outdoor rock concert at historic Bryn Du Mansion in Granville—family-friendly music.

Tue, Aug 18

Aaron Rizzo & Desmond Myers

Aaron Rizzo & Desmond Myers at The Rambling House

Tue, Aug 18 +2 dates

Apiary Gatherings

Bee-focused gathering at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens in Columbus.

Wed, Aug 19

Literary Libations: A Book Discussion Group

Literary Libations: A Book Discussion Group at The Pub Out Back

Wed, Aug 19

Dino Dig

Dinosaur-themed digging activity for little ones at Little Diggers Grove City.

Wed, Aug 19

Blues & Beyond: The Blue Cats - Birthday Show

Blues & Beyond: The Blue Cats - Birthday Show at Natalie's Grandview

Wed, Aug 19 +7 dates

Columbus Clippers vs. St. Paul Saints

Minor-league baseball game at Huntington Park in Columbus.

Wed, Aug 19

Wine Down Wednesdays: Stephan Ballard

Wine Down Wednesdays: Stephan Ballard at Columbus

Wed, Aug 19

Raavi

Raavi at Rumba Cafe

Wed, Aug 19

Verandah Concerts 2026

Twice-monthly outdoor concerts with ice cream on the lawn of a historic home.

Wed, Aug 19

Notice of Public Meeting: Quail Creek Boulevard Extension

Notice of Public Meeting: Quail Creek Boulevard Extension at Grove City Hall, 4035 Broadway Grove City OH 43123

Wed, Aug 19 +1 dates

Chance Peña

Chance Peña at Newport Music Hall, Columbus, OH

Wed, Aug 19

Ric Robertson

Ric Robertson's innovative Americana performance at Sweet Harmony Canal.

Thu, Aug 20

Event (August 20 - October 25)

Event (August 20 - October 25) at Columbus Zoo

Thu, Aug 20

August Member Walk

August Member Walk at Franklin Park Conservatory—explore gardens & greenhouses.

Thu, Aug 20

Grief Authors: Alice Foeller & Gina Kitzmiller

Grief Authors: Alice Foeller & Gina Kitzmiller at Westerville Public Library

Thu, Aug 20

Newark Earthworks Lecture Series

Newark Earthworks Lecture Series at Octagon Earthworks

Thu, Aug 20

Event on AUG 20 - OCT 25

Event on AUG 20 - OCT 25 at Columbus Zoo

Thu, Aug 20

Open Mic Night

Open Mic Night in Columbus

Thu, Aug 20

Westerville MOMCo Park Tour #6- Hannah Park

Community park tour exploring Hannah Park in Gahanna—great outdoor exploration.

Thu, Aug 20

Topher James and Jamalia Jackson

Topher James and Jamalia Jackson at Sweet Harmony Canal

Thu, Aug 20 +4 dates

Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival

Lantern light show at Columbus Zoo — enchanting seasonal tradition.

Thu, Aug 20

Unknown Event

Unknown Event at Columbus Zoo

Thu, Aug 20

Straw & the Scarecrow - FREE Show in I Like It Like That

Straw & the Scarecrow - FREE Show in I Like It Like That at Natalie's Grandview

Thu, Aug 20

Shelly Belly

Shelly Belly at Columbus Funny Bone

Thu, Aug 20 +1 dates

Family Event

Family-friendly zoo adventure with animals and activities through October.

Thu, Aug 20

Adventure Nights

Adventure Nights at Columbus Zoo

Thu, Aug 20

Groove is at The Yard- Dre Peace

Groove is at The Yard- Dre Peace in Columbus

Thu, Aug 20

Lanterns & Lights Event

Stroll through the Columbus Zoo amid glowing lanterns and twinkling lights through October 25.

Thu, Aug 20

Lanterns and Seasonal Events

Glowing lantern displays and seasonal fun at Columbus Zoo through October.

Thu, Aug 20

Free Showing of "What It Takes" Documentary

Free Showing of "What It Takes" Documentary at Municipal Services Center, 3600 Tremont Road, Upper Arlington OH 43221

Thu, Aug 20

Event AUG 20 - OCT 25

Event AUG 20 - OCT 25 at Columbus Zoo

Thu, Aug 20

Storyline Book Club: Horror Book Club

Storyline Book Club: Horror Book Club at Storyline Bookshop

Thu, Aug 20

Lanterns Event

Glowing lanterns light up the zoo grounds in a magical after-dark experience.

Thu, Aug 20

The Castros at Rambling House

The Castros at Rambling House at The Rambling House

Thu, Aug 20

Third Thursday Night Market

Monthly outdoor market with craft vendors, live music, food trucks & open shops.

Fri, Aug 21

NIXED: THE VIBE KILLER TOUR

NIXED: THE VIBE KILLER TOUR at Classics Victorys

Fri, Aug 21

Ben Nichols

Ben Nichols at Rumba Cafe

Fri, Aug 21

Peach Weekend

Celebrate National Eat a Peach Day with seasonal Ohio peaches, food, and drink specials.

Fri, Aug 21

Rob White and the Secret Ingredients

Rob White and the Secret Ingredients at Natalie's Grandview

Fri, Aug 21

Summer Concert Series with Blues Therapy

Free summer concert with Blues Therapy in Grove City—outdoor family fun.

Fri, Aug 21

American Cross Blood Drive

American Cross Blood Drive at 4330 Dudley Ave. Grove City OH 43121

Fri, Aug 21

Grove City Town Center Food Truck Festival & Shop Hop

Food trucks, local shopping, and entertainment in downtown Grove City.

Fri, Aug 21

Talitha Boyd with Jalyn Short

Talitha Boyd with Jalyn Short at The Rambling House

Fri, Aug 21

2026 COLUMBUS MARKET EXTRAVAGANZA

Columbus Market Extravaganza at Genoa Park—shop and browse local vendors.

Fri, Aug 21

Blood Drive

Blood Drive at Municipal Services Center, 3600 Tremont Road, Upper Arlington OH 43221

Fri, Aug 21

All Ohio Balloon Festival

All Ohio Balloon Festival in Marysville—hot-air balloons and family activities.

Fri, Aug 21

Music in the Park / End of Summer Bash

End of Summer Bash with live music in Canal Winchester—family-friendly outdoor fun.

Fri, Aug 21

Brian Bacon Band with John Turck Trio

Brian Bacon Band and John Turck Trio play at The Rambling House in Columbus.

Fri, Aug 21

Columbus Creative Weekend

Creative festival celebrating local artists, makers, and performers in downtown Columbus.

Fri, Aug 21

Free Family Movie Night: Elemental

Free family movie night featuring Pixar's Elemental in downtown Columbus.

Fri, Aug 21

The Hoppers in Plain City

The Hoppers bring wholesome live music to Plain City.

Sat, Aug 22

Robert Mason Trio at Rambling House

Robert Mason Trio at Rambling House at The Rambling House

Sat, Aug 22

St Peter/St Joan of Arc Community Festival (Powell, OH)

St Peter/St Joan of Arc Community Festival in Powell with family-friendly activities.

Sat, Aug 22

Cloe Wilder at Woodlands Tavern

Cloe Wilder at Woodlands Tavern in Columbus

Sat, Aug 22

Pop of Africa Pop up Experience

Pop-up experience celebrating African culture in Columbus.

Sat, Aug 22

2026 Grove City YMCA Family Fun Day

Grove City YMCA family fun day with games, activities, and community celebration.

Sat, Aug 22

MINIs at Museums #6-Honda Heritage Museum

Family fun day at Honda Heritage Museum with MINIs and activities for all ages.

Sat, Aug 22

Community Fun Day ..a free event

Free community fun day in Marysville with all-ages activities.

Sat, Aug 22

Columbus ArborFest 2026

Celebrate trees with naturalist walks, family activities, live music, and food.

Sat, Aug 22

The Johnny Staats Project

The Johnny Staats Project at Natalie's Grandview

Sat, Aug 22

Olde Time Fair at Century Village

Historic fair with old-time activities and demos—step back in time at Century Village.

Sat, Aug 22

2026 Patriot Fest

Community celebration with family activities in Hilliard.

Sat, Aug 22

Byers Chevrolet Fundraiser Auto Show

Chevrolet fundraiser auto show in Grove City—see cars and help a cause.

Sat, Aug 22 +3 dates

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire

Hot Wheels monster trucks perform high-octane indoor stunts and tricks for thrilled families.

Sat, Aug 22

Sunbury Sizzle and Sounds

Downtown street festival with live music, food, and community vibes.

Sat, Aug 22

Craft Beers, Cocktails & Corks

Craft Beers, Cocktails & Corks in Columbus

Sat, Aug 22

Living Well with Eczema: A FREE Community Education Event

Living Well with Eczema: A FREE Community Education Event at The Fawcett Center

Sat, Aug 22

Festival Latino

Celebrate Latin culture at this Columbus festival with food, music, and community.

Sat, Aug 22

Fort Laurens Speaker Series: Patrick Pool

Fort Laurens Speaker Series: Patrick Pool in Columbus

Sat, Aug 22

Bark Bash

Dog-friendly festival at Prairie Oaks Metro Park—bring the whole family and pups!

Sat, Aug 22

60 Years' War for Ohio: American Revolution

60 Years' War for Ohio: American Revolution in Columbus

Sat, Aug 22

Equip Auto Show

Auto show at Oakland Park with cars and vehicles to explore.

Sat, Aug 22

REZN

REZN at Ace of Cups

Sat, Aug 22

Dig It for the House

Dig It for the House at Flannagan's Dublin

Sat, Aug 22

Friends of UA Parks

Friends of UA Parks at Reed Road Park, 3855 Reed Road, Upper Arlington OH 43221

Sat, Aug 22

Night of Hope 5K, 1 Mile, and Family Fun Run

Family fun run, 1-mile walk, and 5K in Westerville—inclusive for all.

Sat, Aug 22

The Garden Party Classic

The Garden Party Classic at The Century

Sun, Aug 23

29th Annual Taste of Gahanna

29th Annual Taste of Gahanna—food, music & family fun.

Sun, Aug 23

Bark at Breck

Dog-friendly park gathering for families with four-legged friends—fetch, play, and socialize.

Sun, Aug 23

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire 2026 Tour

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks with glow effects—thrilling stunt show kids love.

Sun, Aug 23

Fourth Annual Battle of the Badges - Police vs. Fire Basketball Game

Fourth Annual Battle of the Badges: Police vs. Fire Basketball Game.

Sun, Aug 23

Peter Antoniou

Peter Antoniou at Funny Bone Comedy Club - Columbus

Sun, Aug 23

Summer Sizzler- Columbus

Family-friendly summer race at Genoa Park with a kids dash for little runners.

Sun, Aug 23

Ella Mai

Ella Mai at KEMBA Live!

Sun, Aug 23

Andon's Pub 1st Annual Car Show

Andon's Pub 1st Annual Car Show—classic and custom cars on display.

Sun, Aug 23

Storyline Book Club: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Club

Storyline Book Club: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Club at Storyline Bookshop

Sun, Aug 23

Devin Tuel & Stephen Harms

Devin Tuel & Stephen Harms at Natalie's Grandview

Mon, Aug 24

The SoapGirls

The SoapGirls at Rumba Cafe

Mon, Aug 24

Storyline Presents: Mahjong 101

Storyline Presents: Mahjong 101 at Storyline Bookshop

Mon, Aug 24

Bingo Night

Family bingo night at Chick-fil-A with prizes and fun.

Tue, Aug 25

Tame Impala - The Deadbeat Tour

Tame Impala - The Deadbeat Tour at Nationwide Arena

Tue, Aug 25

Behind the Bar | August

Behind the Bar | August at The Kitchen

Tue, Aug 25

Way too early for Fall Paint & Sip with Artistic Peace

Way too early for Fall Paint & Sip with Artistic Peace at Grove City Brewing Company

Tue, Aug 25

OMEGA X 2026 TOUR: NO LIMIT in [Columbus]

OMEGA X 2026 TOUR: NO LIMIT in [Columbus] at The King of Clubs

Wed, Aug 26

Summer Succulent Planting Event at Grove City Brewing Company

Summer Succulent Planting Event at Grove City Brewing Company

Wed, Aug 26

Presidential History Book Club

Presidential History Book Club in Columbus

Thu, Aug 27

Atta Boy

Atta Boy at Ace of Cups

Thu, Aug 27

Free Event! BrightPath Hilliard Farm to You!

Free farm-to-you event at BrightPath in Hilliard—fresh food fun.

Thu, Aug 27

Caitlynne Curtis

Caitlynne Curtis at Rumba Cafe

Thu, Aug 27

Racquets for RMHC

Racquets for RMHC at The Country Club at Muirfield Village

Thu, Aug 27

Fitness in the Park | The Soul Sanctuary

Fitness in the Park | The Soul Sanctuary at Town Center Park, 3359 Park St. Grove City OH 43123

Thu, Aug 27

Walk with a Doc

Walk with a Doc at Grove City Welcome Center & Museum, 3378 Park St. Grove City OH 43123

Thu, Aug 27

Groove is at The Yard - Andy Shaw Band

Groove is at The Yard - Andy Shaw Band in Columbus

Thu, Aug 27

Birdshack - FREE Happening Hour Show

Birdshack - FREE Happening Hour Show at Natalie's Grandview

Thu, Aug 27

Daisy Dragonfly

Paint "Daisy Dragonfly" at Brush Crazy with step-by-step art instruction for all skill levels.

Fri, Aug 28

Wolf Country - Women Running The Show - FREE Happening Hour Show

Wolf Country - Women Running The Show - FREE Happening Hour Show at Natalie's Grandview

Fri, Aug 28

Mary Fahl

Mary Fahl at Natalie's Grandview

Fri, Aug 28

Nikki Glaser

Nikki Glaser at Palace Theatre Columbus

Fri, Aug 28

Nunslaughter

Nunslaughter at Ace of Cups

Fri, Aug 28

Gavin Adcock - Columbus

Gavin Adcock - Columbus at KEMBA Live!

Fri, Aug 28

Fairbanks 142 (a tribute to the Grateful Dead) at Woodlands Tavern

Fairbanks 142 (a tribute to the Grateful Dead) at Woodlands Tavern in Columbus

Fri, Aug 28

2026 Central Ohio Home & Design Show

Central Ohio's premier home design and style expo showcasing décor, furnishings, and garden ideas.

Fri, Aug 28

Jim Stone Challenge (NKU vs Fresno St & Ohio St vs Bowling Green)

College volleyball tournament at Covelli Center featuring NKU, Fresno St, Ohio St & Bowling Green.

Fri, Aug 28

Fiesta Weekend

Fiesta Weekend at Littleton's Market

Fri, Aug 28

Nirvana GrungeFest & Seven Circle Sunrise

Nirvana GrungeFest & Seven Circle Sunrise at Rumba Cafe

Fri, Aug 28

Mt. Carmel St. Ann's 4th Fridays

Monthly community gathering in Uptown Westerville on the fourth Friday of each month.

Fri, Aug 28

Community CREATurEs Collage Workshop

Free all-ages collage art workshop on the last Friday of the month at We Amplify Voices Studio.

Fri, Aug 28

Bop to the Top

Bop to the Top (18 and Over) at Newport Music Hall

Fri, Aug 28

Humanities on Tap: Autumn Kick-off Event with Fly Casual

Humanities on Tap: Autumn Kick-off Event with Fly Casual at The Rambling House

Fri, Aug 28

Gavin Adcock w/ Corey Kent

Gavin Adcock w/ Corey Kent at KEMBA Live!

Fri, Aug 28

Cuffing Szn at MadLab, part of the Columbus Comedy Festival

Cuffing Szn at MadLab, part of the Columbus Comedy Festival at MadLab Theatre

Fri, Aug 28

The Rockett Mafia - Columbus

The Rockett Mafia - Columbus at The King of Clubs - Columbus

Fri, Aug 28

Columbus Crew vs. New England Revolution

Watch the Columbus Crew play pro soccer against New England Revolution.

Fri, Aug 28

Learnmore Jonasi LIVE Comedy Show @ The Attic Comedy Club

Learnmore Jonasi LIVE Comedy Show @ The Attic Comedy Club in Columbus

Sat, Aug 29

8th Annual Jazz In The Creek

8th Annual Jazz In The Creek festival in Pickerington—family jazz celebration.

Sat, Aug 29

Apple Bottom Gang

Country classics by the Apple Bottom Gang at Sweet Harmony Canal.

Sat, Aug 29

River Shook w/ Moe Reen

River Shook w/ Moe Reen at Natalie's Grandview

Sat, Aug 29

Columbus Crew vs. New England Revolution

Watch the Columbus Crew take on New England in a professional soccer match.

Sat, Aug 29

Elijah Nevels at MadLab, part of the Columbus Comedy Festival

Elijah Nevels at MadLab, part of the Columbus Comedy Festival at MadLab Theatre

Sat, Aug 29

GoldFord – Space of the Heart Tour

GoldFord – Space of the Heart Tour at Newport Music Hall, Columbus, OH

Sat, Aug 29

Comedy Late Night Live! with James Adomian, at MadLab, part of the Columbus Comedy Festival

Comedy Late Night Live! with James Adomian, at MadLab, part of the Columbus Comedy Festival at MadLab Theatre

Sat, Aug 29

Goldford

Goldford at Newport Music Hall

Sat, Aug 29

Radio City - "Boogie on the blacktop"

Sat, Aug 29

AJ Angelo — AJ Angelo's Buckeye Cruise for Cancer

Buckeye Cruise for Cancer fundraiser event with live music & community.

Sat, Aug 29

Chicago Showcase at MadLab, part of the Columbus Comedy Festival!

Chicago Showcase at MadLab, part of the Columbus Comedy Festival! at MadLab Theatre

Sat, Aug 29

Downtown Happy Hour Show at MadLab, part of the Columbus Comedy Festival

Downtown Happy Hour Show at MadLab, part of the Columbus Comedy Festival at MadLab Theatre

Sat, Aug 29

Hot Licks Blues Festival

25th Annual Hot Licks Blues Festival in Granville—family-friendly music event.

Sat, Aug 29

Jim Stone Challenge (NKU vs Bowling Green & Ohio St vs Fresno St)

College volleyball tournament at Covelli Center featuring NKU, Fresno St, Ohio St & Bowling Green.

Sat, Aug 29

Harvest Gathering of the Crops

Hands-on historic food prep demonstrations — make hominy, preserve beans, grind corn at Ohio History Connection.

Sat, Aug 29

Lauren Tucker with Nikole McGee

Lauren Tucker with Nikole McGee at The Rambling House

Sat, Aug 29

Palmer Anthony at The Grainery Live! Nashville Night!

Nashville Night live music at The Grainery in Plain City—outdoor concert.

Sat, Aug 29

Cycle UA

Community cycling event at Northam Park for riders of all abilities.

Sat, Aug 29

Ha Ha Kedavra w/ Magician Hanowell (Columbus Comedy Festival)

Magic & comedy show at Columbus Comedy Festival—fun for the whole family.

Sat, Aug 29

Comedian Learnmore Jonasi LIVE Comedy Show @ The Attic Comedy Club (Show 2)

Sat, Aug 29

1st Annual DollHouse AutoFest Car Show

Family-friendly car show with classic & custom vehicles to explore.

Sat, Aug 29

Monthly Karaoke

Monthly Karaoke at Brush Crazy

Sat, Aug 29

Rick DeWitt

Sat, Aug 29

Caamp

Caamp at Schottenstein Center

Sat, Aug 29

GoldFord: Space of the Heart Tour

GoldFord – Space of the Heart Tour Presented by WCBE at Newport Music Hall, Columbus, OH

Sat, Aug 29

Old School Groove

Sat, Aug 29

A Walk Through Time: A History of Cedar Bog

Guided nature walk exploring Cedar Bog's ecology and history at Ohio History Connection.

Sun, Aug 30

Ohio State Women's Volleyball vs. Northern Kentucky

Ohio State Women's Volleyball vs. Northern Kentucky at Covelli Center.

Sun, Aug 30

LOBSTA-FEST

Lobster festival in Thornville with food and family-friendly activities.

Sun, Aug 30

Mill Street Makers' Market

Artisan market with local vendors and handcrafted goods.

Sun, Aug 30

Saya Meads at MadLab, part of the Columbus Comedy Festival

Saya Meads at MadLab, part of the Columbus Comedy Festival at MadLab Theatre

Sun, Aug 30

Consuming Fire Music Festival

Family-friendly music festival in Newark with live performances for all ages.

Sun, Aug 30

8th Annual Kyle Miller First Day 5K

8th Annual Kyle Miller First Day 5K in Gahanna—community run welcoming families.

Sun, Aug 30

Jim Stone Challenge (Fresno St vs Bowling Green & Ohio St vs NKU)

College volleyball tournament featuring Fresno State, Bowling Green, Ohio State, and NKU.

Sun, Aug 30 +1 dates

Columbus Crew 2 vs. Chicago Fire FC II

Catch a Columbus Crew 2 soccer match against Chicago Fire FC II.

Sun, Aug 30

Music 4U! Free Summer Concerts - Ucelli

Free summer concert series in Granville featuring Ucelli live music.

Sun, Aug 30

"I Did it Anyway" Live Storytelling Event

"I Did it Anyway" Live Storytelling Event at Seventh Son Brewing

Sun, Aug 30

Art in the Park

Family-friendly art event in the scenic Topiary Garden at Deaf School Park.

Sun, Aug 30

HAC Summer Concert Series- Hat Trick

Summer outdoor concert series in Hilliard—family-friendly live music.

Sun, Aug 30

The Columbus Toy & Game Show

Columbus Toy & Game Show at Ohio Expo Center—browse & play collectibles.

Mon, Aug 31

Paella and Basque Cheesecake

Paella and Basque Cheesecake at Mitchell Hall

Mon, Aug 31

Storyline Event: The Knave and the Moon Midnight Release Party

Storyline Event: The Knave and the Moon Midnight Release Party at Storyline Bookshop

Tue, Sep 1

Kasaun Wilson at The Attic Comedy Club

Kasaun Wilson at The Attic Comedy Club in Columbus

Tue, Sep 1

Storyline Presents: Book Launch and Signing with Rachel Harrison

Storyline Presents: Book Launch and Signing with Rachel Harrison at Upper Arlington Community Center

Tue, Sep 1 +5 dates

Columbus Clippers vs. Iowa Cubs

Columbus Clippers minor-league baseball game at Huntington Park downtown.

Tue, Sep 1

Southern Oracles: A Celebration of the South Side

Southern Oracles: A Celebration of the South Side at Weigel Hall Auditorium

Wed, Sep 2

TAE & The Neighborly

TAE & The Neighborly at Natalie's Grandview

Wed, Sep 2

Bubble Art

Bubble-themed art workshop at Brush Crazy—paint, play, and create with bubbles.

Wed, Sep 2

Millersport Sweet Corn Festival

Sweet Corn Festival in Millersport with food, fun, and community celebration.

Wed, Sep 2

Lovesong - The Cure Tribute at Woodlands Tavern

Lovesong - The Cure Tribute at Woodlands Tavern in Columbus

Thu, Sep 3

Salon Show

Salon Show at Sharon Weiss Gallery

Thu, Sep 3

Laurel Humble Reflections on Lifelong Learning

Laurel Humble | Reflections on Lifelong Learning | Q&A follows the talk at Wexner Center for the Arts

Thu, Sep 3

Ladybird (Mil) with Luke Bollheimer

Ladybird (Mil) with Luke Bollheimer at The Rambling House

Thu, Sep 3

Sirens - FREE Happening Hour Show

Sirens - FREE Happening Hour Show at Natalie's Grandview

Thu, Sep 3

Matsuricon

Matsuricon anime convention at Hyatt Regency—fans & creative celebration.

Thu, Sep 3

Secret Dreams Music & Arts Festival 2026

Family-friendly music & arts festival at State Route 61 in Marengo.

Thu, Sep 3

uPaint a Story September - Ohio

Kids paint & take home their own artwork at uPaint a Story session.

Thu, Sep 3

Ceramic Art

Paint ceramic pieces and let creativity shine at Brush Crazy pottery studio.

Thu, Sep 3

Will Freed LIVE

Will Freed LIVE at Edison Brewing Company

Thu, Sep 3

Moon Evans Solo Exhibit

Moon Evans Solo Exhibit at 24 Lincoln Street Art Studios

Fri, Sep 4 +1 dates

CBUS Soul® Fest

Urban arts & music festival at Bicentennial Park—food, live performances & activities.

Fri, Sep 4

Obetz Zucchini Festival

Harvest celebration in Obetz with zucchini-themed fun, food & family activities.

Fri, Sep 4

Labor Day Weekend Festival

Labor Day weekend festival in Worthington with family-friendly activities.

Fri, Sep 4

Summer Concert Series with Rezes-Heston Band

Summer concert series in Grove City featuring the Rezes-Heston Band.

Fri, Sep 4

Zoom-cchini Festival

Community fair in Obetz with zucchini-themed fun, food & family activities.

Fri, Sep 4

Immersion Music Festival

All-ages music festival in Circleville with live entertainment.

Fri, Sep 4

Greek Festival

Greek food, music, dancing & cultural celebration at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral.

Fri, Sep 4

We The Sound radio - FREE Happening Hour Show

We The Sound radio - FREE Happening Hour Show at Natalie's Grandview

Fri, Sep 4

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.

Fri, Sep 4

Hairy Buffalos LIVE

Hairy Buffalos LIVE at Edison Brewing Company

Fri, Sep 4

Obetz Zucchinifest

Zucchini-themed harvest festival with food, crafts, and family fun.

Fri, Sep 4

Obetz Zucchini Fest (I AM NOT THE HOST)

Classic summer harvest celebration in Obetz with zucchini-themed family fun.

Fri, Sep 4

Sterling Bluegrass Jamboree welcomes The Kevin Prater Band

Bluegrass jamboree featuring The Kevin Prater Band—live roots music for families.

Fri, Sep 4

Washington and Lee University Volleyball vs. Franciscan University

Watch collegiate volleyball at Washington and Lee vs. Franciscan University in Granville.

Fri, Sep 4

Clay Handbuilding

Get hands-on with clay handbuilding at Brush Crazy art studio.

Fri, Sep 4 +1 dates

MINUS THE BEAR - Menos El Oso 20th Anniversary Tour

MINUS THE BEAR - Menos El Oso 20th Anniversary Tour at Newport Music Hall, Columbus, OH

Fri, Sep 4

Happy Hour w/ Silent Bell at Woodlands Tavern

Happy Hour w/ Silent Bell at Woodlands Tavern in Columbus

Fri, Sep 4

Cowboy Rendezvous Date Night

Cowboy Rendezvous Date Night at Brush Crazy

Fri, Sep 4

Ben Quad

Ben Quad at Ace of Cups

Fri, Sep 4

Joey Bragg LIVE Comedy Show @ The Attic Comedy Club

Joey Bragg LIVE Comedy Show @ The Attic Comedy Club in Columbus

Sat, Sep 5

New Concord Community Day

Free community celebration with museum tours and vintage outdoor games at the John & Annie Glenn Museum.

Sat, Sep 5

Divine Martyr - Live at Immersion Fest (Brick Stage)

Multi-band music festival at Immersion Fest in Circleville.

Sat, Sep 5 +1 dates

Secret Dreams Music & Arts Festival at The Cardinal Center

Music and arts festival at The Cardinal Center in Marengo.

Sat, Sep 5

Biome Bonanza: Scents of the Himalayas

Explore Himalayan plants and aromas at Franklin Park Conservatory's Biome Bonanza.

Sat, Sep 5

Canal Winchester Labor Day Festival

Labor Day festival with parades, vendors, entertainment & family activities downtown.

Sat, Sep 5

Durango Fest

Cultural celebration for families at Plaza Mexico in Columbus.

Sat, Sep 5

Zucchini Fest - Kip Moore, Easton Corbin, NTN

Zucchini Fest in Obetz with live music and family-friendly activities.

Sat, Sep 5

As We Are - Live at Immersion Music Festival (The Brick Stage)

Live music at Immersion Music Festival in Circleville with bands.

Sat, Sep 5

Explore! Series: Sounds of Space

Hands-on STEM activities: make music with Boom Whackers, build a harmonica, explore music's space history.

Sat, Sep 5

slayr

slayr at Newport Music Hall, Columbus, OH

Sat, Sep 5

Radio City - St. Michaels Festival

Live music at St. Michaels Festival in Worthington—community gathering.

Sat, Sep 5

Live Music with Erik Mahler

Community concert with Erik Mahler in Powell.

Sat, Sep 5

Papa Boo's

Seasonal family event in Thornville—perfect for fall fun.

Sat, Sep 5

All Out War - Motorsports Festival 2026

Motorsports festival with vehicles and action-packed entertainment.

Sat, Sep 5

Columbus Oktoberfest — Art & Craft Marktplatz

Columbus Oktoberfest with arts & crafts marketplace—family festival fun.