Experience Columbus Blog

In Columbus, diversity thrives. There's a reason Thrillist hailed Columbus as a "queer oasis," recognizing its welcoming atmosphere and vibrant LGBTQIA community. Columbus also achieved a perfect score of 100/100 on the 2023 Municipal...

Since its designation in 1976, the United States has celebrated Black History Month annually in February. President Gerald Ford called upon the country to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black...

It’s time to start making plans for 2024, and there's never been a more perfect opportunity to explore Columbus. Our city is on the cusp of unprecedented growth due to recent investments in our region from Intel, Honda, and other major...

Held annually during the Memorial Day weekend at Franklin Park, the Asian Festival is a kick-off of Columbus’s festival season and the wrap-up of celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. For many festival-goers,...

Women-owned businesses are the fastest-growing segment of the U.S. economy, and supporting a woman-owned business is one of the most sustainable ways to honor the contributions of women throughout history. This Women’s History Month, we are...

One of the most direct and sustainable ways you can support the Black community is by shopping local, Black-owned businesses. This list is updated regularly. If you know of a business or resource that should be included, send us an email. If...

National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated annually in the United States from Sept. 15-Oct. 15 and recognizes the influence of Hispanic Americans on the history, culture and achievements of the U.S. We’ve pulled together a list of...