Each December, Columbus’s historic German Village transforms into a glowing, storybook neighborhood for Village Lights, one of the city’s most treasured holiday traditions. Village Lights 2025 will take place on Sunday, December 7, throughout the…
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Kwanzaa is a weeklong celebration primarily held in the United States that honors African heritage in African-American culture. On each day of Kwanzaa, a different principle is reflected upon, such as Umoja (unity), Kujichagulia (self-determination)…
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Hanukkah is an eight-day winter “festival of lights,” traditionally celebrated by those who follow the Jewish faith. It begins on the 25 th day of the Jewish month of Kislev and follows the Hebrew calendar, which is based on the lunar cycle, meaning…
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If your favorite part of the holidays is curling up with a mug of cocoa and a Hallmark movie marathon, you’re in luck; you can bring that same heartwarming magic to life right here in Columbus. Picture twinkling lights on snow-dusted streets, local…
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Columbus comes alive when the sun sets during the holiday season with fantastic light displays across the city. Visitors and residents alike prepare to be dazzled by holiday lights everywhere, from the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium's Wildlights to the…
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Hanukkah is almost here! This year, Hanukkah begins on the evening of December 25 and ends on January 1! For those of you who aren’t familiar, the story of Hanukkah tells us that after defeating the Greeks and reclaiming the Holy Temple in Jerusalem…
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Columbus is known for its incredible shopping and wealth of locally owned businesses that offer independently designed clothing, handcrafted accessories and artfully created home goods. Hit the shops in this selection of standout districts we’ve put…
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The holiday shopping season is upon us, and Columbus residents and visitors will be hitting up many of the popular shopping districts and destinations. While you’re out and about shopping during Black Friday, Small Business Saturday or all season…
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