1. Ohio Tax Free Weekend
When: Friday – Sunday, August 4-6, 2017
Time: Friday at 12:00 AM- Sunday at 11:59 PM
Location: stores throughout Ohio
Clothing and school supplies will be sold without sales tax to help you stock up for the school year! Please check the link for all the fine print!
2. Friday Fun Day-Ice Cream Social at Color Me Mine
When: Friday, August 4, 2017
Time: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: 6375 Perimeter Dr., Dublin, OH 43016
Phone: 614-761-1153
This is a drop-off event for kids ages 6 and up where they can paint their own food-safe ice cream bowl! There will be prizes, crafts and ice cream! Price is $30/child or $25 each for multiples. You must register in advance by calling the number above.
3. Commons for Kids at Columbus Commons
When: Friday, August 4, 2017
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: 160 S. High St., Columbus, OH 43215
Head down to Columbus Commons for a fun morning that includes free carousel rides, bounce houses, the Imagination Playground, crafts, games and more! This week’s guests include OSU Urban Arts Space, Hashtag Comedy, Lowe’s Home Improvement, Goldfish Swim School, Pretty Princess Parties and Columbus Zoo and Aquarium with an animal display starting at 11:00 AM.
4. KidX Club: Dare to Design at Polaris Fashion Place
When: Friday, August 4, 2017
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: 1500 Polaris Pkwy, Columbus, OH 43240
This week’s KidX program is all about fashion! There will be a fashion show at 11:00 AM plus other fun activities for kids. KidX Summer Series will be at the fountain in the outdoor part of the mall. Rain location will be inside at the play area. Bring a book to donate to Columbus Metropolitan Library and you can pick a prize from the treasure chest!
5. Pelotonia
When: Friday-Sunday, August 4-6, 2017
Time: Beginning Friday at 3:00 PM
Location: Beginning in Columbus
This weekend is Pelotonia, a weekend long cycling event that raises money for cancer research. Nearly 8,000 riders from more than 40 states and 10 countries will be participating! Pelotonia’s opening ceremony is Friday, August 4th from 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM at a new location—McFerson Commons and North Bank Park in the Arena District. Rides start Saturday morning August 5th. Check out the ride routes here and come out and cheer them on!
6. Dublin Irish Festival at Coffman Park
When: Friday – Sunday, August 4-6, 2017
Time: Friday: 4:00 PM – Midnight, Saturday: 11:00 AM – Midnight, Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Location: 5600 Post Rd., Dublin, OH 43017
This weekend is the 30th Dublin Irish Festival – the largest 3-day Irish Festival in the world! There will be 7 stages, 65 acts and more than 535 performers! Tickets are on sale online and at the event. Kids 12 and under are free! There will be plenty of kid-friendly activities including the Pot O’ Gold Playland!
7. First Friday Film Series at Ohio History Center
When: Friday, August 4, 2017
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: 800 E. 17th Ave., Columbus, OH 43211
Phone: 800-686-6124
After 5:00 PM, museum admission will be $6/person, $3 for ages 6-12, free for members and kids 5 and under! There will be special First Friday activities and the movie The Brave Little Toaster starting at 7:00 PM! Snacks will be available for purchase. Movie tickets are first come, first served. There will be an additional cost ($5) for parking due to the Ohio State Fair taking place, but parking is free for members.
8. First FARM Friday
When: Friday, August 4, 2017
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Main St., Coshocton, OH 43812
If you’re in the mood for a road trip this weekend, head to Coshocton for farm animals, food samples, a kids’ pedal pull, farm machinery, and more! Kids can complete a stamp card for a free cup of Whit’s Custard! This event will take place on Main Street between 3rd and 4th Streets.
9. Movie in the Park: Jurassic Park at Highbanks Metro Park
When: Friday, August 4, 2017
Time: 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Location: 9466 US-23, Lewis Center, OH 43035
Phone: 614-508-8111
Come learn about the science of dinosaurs, enjoy activities and then watch Jurassic Park in the park! The movie starts around 8:40 PM. Popcorn is provided. Bring seating and other snacks as desired. It is recommended you bring bug repellent as well!
10. Fit4Mom Columbus North Grand Reopening at Highbanks Metro Park
When: Saturday, August 5, 2017
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: 9466 US-23, Lewis Center, OH 43035
FIT4MOM Columbus North is having a FREE Grand Reopening celebration! Registration begins at 9:00 AM, there is a Stroller Strides Family workout at 9:30 AM and a playdate and giveaways from local and national sponsors at 10:40 AM.
11. Westgate Farmers Market at the West Gate Masonic Lodge
When: Saturday, August 5, 2017
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: 2925 W Broad St., Columbus, OH 43204
The Westgate Farmers Market happens on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month and includes local vendors, fresh produce, food trucks, kids activities and live music! This week’s food trucks are Explorers Club, Short North Bagel Deli and Cream & Sugar. Free activities include Local Matters Cooking Demos starting every hour at 9:30 AM and music by Scott Brooks!
12. FCCS and Mayor Andrew J. Ginther’s FamJam at Columbus Commons
When: Saturday, August 5, 2017
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location:160 S. High St., Columbus, OH 43215
Franklin County Children Services and the City of Columbus are hosting this free, family enrichment festival that will include community resources, vendors, information tables, fun and entertainment! Rain or shine!
13. Back to School Event at Sharon Woods Primary Care
When: Saturday, August 5, 2017
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: 1777 E. Dublin Granville Rd., Columbus, OH 43229
The Sharon Woods Back-to-School Event is focused on prevention and safety! There will be stations for arts and crafts, face painting, giveaways, prizes and more! Representatives will be available on site from Columbus Police Department, Columbus Fire Department, Columbus City Schools, Columbus Metropolitan Library, MidOhio Foodbank and CareSource. All ages welcome!
14. Maker Takeover at The Shops At Worthington Place
When: Saturday – Sunday, August 5-13, 2017
Time: Mall Hours
Location: 7227 N. High St., Worthington, OH 43085
Made LOCAL Marketplace is taking over The Shops at Worthington Place in a 9 day Maker Takeover!! All of the storefronts in the mall will be OPEN and filled with locally made items. There will be a kick-off celebration on August 5th which will feature additional makers with tables throughout the mall from 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. ALSO Juggle will be providing onsite childcare for FREE while you shop! Sign up here!
15. Find the Joy Magic Show at Hilliard Branch of CML
When: Saturday August 5, 2017
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: 4772 Cemetery Rd., Hilliard, OH 43026
Phone: 614-645-2275
Erica Carlson will perform magic tricks with lots of laughs, audience participation and surprises! Appropriate for ages 2-8.
16. Back-To-School Expo at Easton Town Center
When: Saturday, August 5, 2017
Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: 160 Easton Town Center, Columbus, OH 43219
Phone: 614-416-7000
Columbus Parent & ThisWeek News host a “Back To School Expo” at Easton Town Center this weekend including live entertainment, giveaways and the opportunity to shop during Ohio’s Tax Free Weekend! There will be booths from local representatives, a Sky Zone Family Fun Zone, a Pie Eating Contest, a school supply drive and lots of other goodies!
17. Returning Wildlife at Franklin Park Conservatory
When: Saturday, August 5, 2017
Time: 11:00 AM & 2:00 PM
Location: 1777 E. Broad St. Columbus, OH 43203
Phone: 614-715-8000
Children’s book author and former assistant to Jack Hanna, Dr. John Becker, will talk about conservation, endangered species and his animal adventures! Free with admission.
18. Pizzuti Collection Family Day
When: Saturday, August 5, 2017
Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: 632 N. Park St., Columbus, OH 43215
All three floors of the Pizzuti Collection will be open to explore with your family including tours, art inspired activity books and free admission! See our visit to Pizzuti Collection here.
19. MakeBreak at Michaels Stores
When: Saturday, August 5, 2017
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: your local Michaels Store
Decorate your back to school stuff with pom-poms, gemstones and more! Items to be decorated are available for purchase and decorations are provided for free!
20. Rock Mill Weekends at Rock Mill Park
When: Saturday & Sunday, August 5 & 6, 2017
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: 1429 Rockmill Pl. NW, Lancaster, OH 43130
The grist mill at Rock Mill Park was recently restored and this weekend you can tour the mill, watch demonstrations of the grinding methods of the mill and see the Rock Mill Covered Bridge. This event is free!
21. Authors at the Loft at The Book Loft of German Village
When: Sunday, August 6, 2017
Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: 631 S. 3rd St., Columbus, OH 43206
This free family event will feature local authors of all genres! They will be on site for a meet and greet, to sign books and answer questions!
Need more? Make sure to check out Summer Nights in Columbus: Something to do Every Night of the Week!
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