Experience Columbus Invites Visitors to Celebrate the Holidays in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ohio— The holidays in Columbus feel like coming home, even for first-time visitors. Named one of the Best Midwest Cities to Visit in Winter by Thrillist, the city transforms into a festive wonderland with sparkling light displays, holiday
Columbus Named a Top 10 U.S. Big City in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Condé Nast Traveler announced today that Columbus has once again been ranked a top 10 Best Big City in the U.S. as part of its prestigious 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. Columbus rose a rank from last year’s position and is now the #8
Experience Columbus Launches New Columbus Booklovers Trail During National Book Month
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Just in time for National Book Month, Experience Columbus invites readers to explore Ohio's capital city in a new way with the Columbus Booklovers Trail. This free, self-guided digital pass showcases local independent bookstores,
Experience Columbus Welcomes William Adams as New Chief Sales Officer
COLUMBUS, Ohio—Experience Columbus, the destination marketing organization (DMO) for the Columbus region, is pleased to announce that William Adams will serve as the organization’s new Chief Sales Officer. Adams will report directly to President and
2025 State of the Visitor Industry: Mid-Year Report
COLUMBUS, Ohio—The 2025 State of the Visitor Industry: Mid-Year Report made available today by Experience Columbus and the Greater Columbus Sports Commission shows Columbus’ travel economy has grown to record highs. Through our Yes, Columbus brand
Experience Columbus Launches Citywide Get Goosebumps in Columbus Campaign
COLUMBUS, Ohio—From an annual witch/warlock paddle down the Scioto River to HighBall Halloween, the nation’s most elaborate costume party where fashion meets fear, Columbus has long been an ideal place to spend spooky season. But did you know
Columbus Ranks as One of the Best U.S. Destinations for Summer Travel & Invites Visitors to See Why
COLUMBUS, Ohio—Columbus is road trip-ready and rising to the top of travelers’ lists in 2025. As Americans plan shorter getaways and embrace the return of the road trip, The Wall Street Journal notes a clear trend: drivable, experience-rich cities
2025 State of the Visitor Industry: First Quarter Report
COLUMBUS, Ohio—The 2025 State of the Visitor Industry: First Quarter Report made available today by Experience Columbus and the Greater Columbus Sports Commission shows a strong start to the year for Columbus’ travel economy with year over year
TourismUS Celebrates the Impact of the Local Travel Economy and Stars of the Hospitality Industry
COLUMBUS, Ohio—The impact the local travel economy has on Columbus and Franklin County was the focus of Experience Columbus’ annual TourismUS event. Hundreds of travel and tourism industry professionals, Central Ohio business owners, community
Columbus Transforms into a Galactic Destination with Citywide "Unofficial Galaxies" Celebrations
COLUMBUS, Ohio—The Force will be strong in Columbus this summer as the city prepares to celebrate the Center of Science and Industry's (COSI) marquee exhibition, Unofficial Galaxies. From May 10 through Sept. 1, 2025, this immersive installation
