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Family-Friendly Events in Columbus, Ohio this Weekend: 1. Ohio State Fair The Ohio State Fair runs from July 24 – August 4 and includes rides, concessions, art displays, live music, strolling performers, kids’ entertainment, farm animals, competitions and more. Kids will love the Natural Resources Park with free fishing, kayaking and kid-friendly activities. 2. Commons …

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Explore Upper Arlington, Ohio with your kids by visiting one of these fun parks and playgrounds! Upper Arlington offers us its fair share of parks and playgrounds for exploring and playing! Two of them are even connected to a library which makes for a full-day outing in itself! While in Upper Arlington, check out Tremont …

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Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Columbus? Try out one of these family-friendly Columbus and Ohio–based events and activities! Family-Friendly Events in Columbus, Ohio this Weekend: 1. Franklin County Fair The Franklin County Fair takes place July 15-21 and includes rides, games, exhibits, vendors, concessions and more! Highlights this weekend include Mr. Eric’s Music, a sheepherding …

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The Paul Busse Garden Railway at Franklin Park Conservatory is an outdoor model railroad that will delight children AND adults through January 2026! The Paul Busse Garden Railway has reopened at Franklin Park Conservatory and will remain on display through January 4, 2026. This exhibit makes its home in the Grand Mallway outside Franklin Park …

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Family-Friendly Events in Columbus, Ohio this Weekend: 1. Commons for Kids at Columbus Commons Each Friday from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Columbus Commons, kids of all ages can enjoy activities like free carousel rides, lawn games, and activities by community partners. This week’s theme is Carnival Day. 2. Columbus Food Truck Festival on the …

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Ohio’s Vacationland features roller coasters, beaches, lighthouses and more! Take a trip to the Sandusky area of Ohio for your perfect Lake Erie vacation! Since we’ve had young kids, our vacations have been largely within driving distance of Columbus, Ohio! We’ve come to love vacationing on Lake Erie and have done so year after year …

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Happy Independence Day! If you’re looking for a way to celebrate the 4th of July, check out my list of Independence Day Celebrations Around Columbus! 1. Independence Day Family Value Week at Young’s Dairy Through July 7th, you can purchase a special value wristband good for all unlimited fun at Young’s Jersey Dairy in Yellow …

Read More about Family-Friendly Events This Weekend in Columbus, Ohio: July 5-7, 2024