Since 1850, the Ohio State Fair has served as an opportunity to soak up everything great about being a resident of the Buckeye State. In 2018, that means eating Dragon’s Breath or a Philly Donut Burger, catching a performance by country music icon Reba McEntire or R&B legends TLC, getting a selfie taken with…
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From concerts to carnivals to – of course – fireworks, the Columbus area has all your Fourth of July celebration bases covered. Central Ohio gets its money’s worth on Independence Day festivities, with events beginning as early as June 30. Here is a look at the biggest and best ways to celebrate the adoption of…
Looking for something to do in Columbus during October? Here are some activities taking place this month in the Buckeye City. Ohio State football games Dates: Saturday, Oct. 7 vs. Maryland; Saturday, Oct. 28 vs. Penn State Admission: Checkout ticket prices at the OSU football page. The Buckeyes are trying to recover from an early…
Columbus is a busy city, which means there’s always plenty to do! Here’s our staff’s top picks for things to do during August. Event: Columbus Food Truck Festival When: Aug. 18-19 Where: Scioto Mile With more than 70 trucks offering samples, this is a food lover’s dream come true. This two-day event will also feature…
There's something about the sounds, sights and smells of a fair that bring you instantly back to childhood. The Ohio State Fair is happening this week, from July 29th to August 9th, right here in Columbus, and it's a blast for kids (and big kids) of all ages. There are rides, live entertainment, concerts,…
From Thanksgiving through the New Year, the Columbus area offers festive sights, sounds, activities, and events to delight everyone–except perhaps Ebenezer Scrooge. Merry & Bright Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens November 19—January 4 Holiday foliage, family activities and a model railway can be enjoyed all day. Entertainment, lighting displays and bonfires are added attractions…
Monday, November 03, 2014 Preferred Living is teaming up with Catholic Social Services for a Thanksgiving Food Drive that will run from November 1, 2014 through November 18th, 2014. Residents that contribute one of the listed items below will be entered to win a $100 gift card! Please talk to your community manager for more details.…
Today kicks off a weeklong food fest, with restaurants all over Columbus and surrounding areas participating in 614 Magazine’s annual Restaurant Week. There are plenty of new restaurants for residents to check out, including Pizza Cucinova, Caribbean Jerks, Mykonos, Kabuki, and Angry Bear Kitchen. Returning participants include Bar 145, Lindey’s, Wolf’s Ridge Brewing and Bodega — the list is long this time around, and every establishment is…
Some folks just aren’t satisfied with “whatever’s on tap”. Celebrate delicious craft beers from near and far at the 4th annual Columbus Winter Beerfest! It all goes down this Friday and Saturday (January 17th and 18th) at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. This year, the festival will include 300 unique craft beers in 225,000 square…
Just because it’s cold doesn’t mean you can’t play outside! There’s a ton to do in and around Columbus – from skiing to sledding to skating. Bundle up, grab a few adventurous friends, and head outdoors! 1. The Front Lawn at the Ohio Statehouse. Glide across this temporary ice rink in downtown Columbus. Bring…