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Events and Activities for Families in the Columbus Ohio Area
Fun events and activities in the Columbus Ohio area for kids and families. In Columbus, there is something for every family - festivals, playplaces, movies, science activities and world class parks.
Columbus Area Waterparks
When temperatures get hot the city goes on the hunt for a little relief and that means heading to any one of the [insert number] of waterparks in the Columbus Ohio area. Check out our list!
October Fall Festivals
Are your ready for more fall festival fun? October brings via Columbus, which focuses on art and innovation in Columbus and Mamapalooza - fun for the whole family. Celebrate Italian Heritage with the Columbus Italian Festival, focus on tunes and flicks at the Ohio Film and Music Festival, stir it up at the Apple Butter Stirrin' Festival, make...
Best Ohio State Fair Day for Kids
There is one day during the Ohio State Fair that every parent looks forward to - the deep discount day when kids 12 and under get in free. This same day when you buy one ride wristband you get the second rider free.
15 Places for Kids in Central Ohio
Cool places to take kids in Columbus, Ohio including low-cost and no-cost activities.
Eastland Mall OSU Themed Playplace
The Ohio State University themed play area at Eastland Mall is a great stop for weather weary parents. The area has plenty of climbing, sliding structures as well as several manual manipulation features.See submissions
Polaris Columbus Zoo Playplace
Tigers and hippos and fish, Oh my! The Columbus Zoo inspired soft play area is great place for young children. See submissions
Easton Mall Splash Area
Towel service, plenty of seating and close proximity to food makes the Easton Mall Splash area a wonderful place to stay cool on hot days.See submissions
2009 Columbus Arts Festival
<p>On June 5-7, the 48-year old Columbus Arts Festival will fill the Discovery District with art, music, food, and hands-on activities. Over 250 nationally acclaimed artists will show their work in this year’s juried art show. Festival admission is free. </p>
Family Programs at the Columbus Museum of Art
Engage your kids in the arts with gallery hunts, hands-on art projects and other programs designed specially for families. Many are free with Museum admission.
Free Summer Concerts in Columbus Ohio
Free Concerts in Columbus, Ohio and Central Ohio
6 Picks for Families in Columbus, Ohio and Central Ohio
Family fun isn't hard to find in Columbus and Central Ohio. Here are six ideas to get you started, but don't forget to check out Central Ohio's festivals and outdoor concerts, too.
9 Free Things to Do This Summer
Budgets are tight and we're all cutting back our spending. But that doesn't mean we have to cut back our fun. Columbus' free summer theater, movies and music are just waiting for audiences. Here are nine freebies that I like. Send me your list.