The holidays are the perfect time for festive outings and memory-making with family and friends. To help you celebrate, we've rounded up some of the can't-miss holiday events in Columbus this season. If you're looking for information on all our…
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Each year, thousands of visitors head to the Franklinton Arts District for Urban Scrawl, Columbus’s signature street art festival. What started as a small gathering in Dodge Park, where artists painted panels and hung them on abandoned houses to…
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Fall is one of the most magical times to visit and experience Columbus. Our city celebrates the season in style, and you can enjoy everything from coffee-themed festivals to high-fashion costume parties. To help keep the fun going all season long…
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According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Labor Day is always observed on the first Monday in September (September 1, 2025), “Labor Day is an annual celebration of the social and economic achievements of American workers. The holiday is rooted in…
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From world-class art to a top-ranked zoo, Columbus has a multitude of can't-miss places to explore this season and beyond. Celebrate everything in Columbus at our marquee events, uncover the uniqueness of our downtown neighborhoods, and savor a…
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This year’s Jazz & Rib Fest, presented by Columbus Recreation and Parks, offers a flavorful fusion of music, BBQ, and community. Enjoy riverfront scenery, free entry, and, of course, a carefully curated lineup of jazz performers and delicious eats…
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Columbus is proud of its vibrant, diverse culture, and each year on Juneteenth, our community honors the history and achievements of our Black family, friends and colleagues. Celebrate Juneteenth in Columbus with the events below! JUNETEENTH…
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The Columbus Arts Festival returns to the downtown riverfront June 12-14! It’s three days packed full of visual art, live music, theater and dance, fashion, local food and drink, and hands-on activities for everyone, young and old. Here are eight…
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If you’ve never experienced Pride in Columbus before, you’re not alone, but you are missing out. Pride events historically serve as one of the largest gatherings of LGBTQ+ people and exist to celebrate and recognize the joy, history, and…
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Celebrate the cherry blossom season in Columbus at the Greater Columbus Cherry Blossom Festival! This year, the festival will occur from March 22 to April 25, 2026, at destinations all over Columbus and greater Franklin County. Cherry Blossoms…
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