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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 …

Read More about Family-Friendly Events This Weekend in Columbus, Ohio: July 19-21, 2024

1. Disney’s The Lion King at Ohio Theatre Watch the Broadway Show, Disney’s The Lion King at Ohio Theatre this weekend! Upcoming show times are Thursday at 7:30 PM, Friday at 8:00 PM, Saturday at 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM, Sunday at 1:00 PM and 6:30 PM. 2. Make ART from the HEART with Seeds of Caring Beat …

Read More about Family-Friendly Events This Weekend in Columbus, Ohio: June 28-30, 2024

*This weekend will be a hot one and I’ve already seen many events being cancelled! Please make sure to double-check to see if an event is still happening before making your plans! The best place to check for weather-related updates is the social media accounts of the host! 1. Disney’s The Lion King at Ohio …

Read More about Family-Friendly Events This Weekend in Columbus, Ohio: June 21-23, 2024

1. Over the Edge Rappel for a Cause during the Over the Edge event benefitting Gracehaven. You can register to rappel or just watch over 100 people rappel off the Chase Tower at 100 E. Broad Street on Friday between 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. COSI’s mobile lab will be on-site as well as community …

Read More about Family-Friendly Events This Weekend in Columbus, Ohio: June 14-16, 2024

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 Going Green and there will be face painting, balloon twisting, build your own bird feeder, …

Read More about Family-Friendly Events This Weekend in Columbus, Ohio: June 7-9, 2024

1. Little Adventures at Columbus Museum of Art Children ages 3-5 and their caregivers can take a kid-friendly tour of the Columbus Museum of Art that includes storytelling and play! This activity will take place on Friday from 10:30 AM -11:15 AM and is free for members and $20 for nonmembers. Register online. 2. Newark …

Read More about Family-Friendly Events This Weekend in Columbus, Ohio: May 31-June 2, 2024

1. Blooms and Butterflies at Franklin Park Conservatory Blooms and Butterflies will be open at Franklin Park Conservatory through July 7! You can walk through the Pacific Island Water Garden to see free-flying butterflies. Check out the Metamorphosis Lab to see new butterflies emerge from their chrysalis. Daily hours are 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. …

Read More about Family-Friendly Events This Weekend in Columbus, Ohio: May 17-19, 2024

Family-Friendly Events this Weekend in Columbus, Ohio: 1. Play Unstoppable Festival Event at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Columbus From March 23-May 12, 2024 at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Columbus you can enjoy the new LEGO Friends 4D Movie, design your own flowers, enjoy dance parties, go on a MINILAND scavenger hunt, create a festival animal and more during the …

Read More about Family-Friendly Events This Weekend in Columbus, Ohio: May 10-12, 2024