Looking for things to do in Columbus, Ohio this Weekend? Here are over 30 family-friendly events happening in Columbus, and Central Ohio this weekend!
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Family Friendly Events in Columbus, Ohio This Weekend:
FRIDAY:
9:45 AM – Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat at Shedd Theater – watch the famous mischievous cat performed by CATCO is Kids! There are 7 showtimes to choose from this weekend!
10:00 AM – Toddler Open Gym at Thompson Recreation Center – drop in for a free Open Gym time at the rec center!
11:00 AM – Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat at Shedd Theater – watch the famous mischievous cat performed by CATCO is Kids! There are 7 showtimes to choose from this weekend!
12:00 PM – Snapshots of the Family Farm at Gallant Farm – visit Gallant Farm to see a collection of photos from the 1930’s and 40’s. Bring your own pictures of your family farm to add to the collection!
4:00 PM – Family Night Fridays at Tree of Life Play + Cafe – for $30 enjoy a family pass to the play area and a large 1 tipping pizza and a drink pitcher.
5:00 PM – Full Wolf Moon Hike at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park – take a 4 mile hike through the forest during the full moon. All ages.
6:00 PM – For Families: Owl Hike at Highbanks Metro Park – take a 1 mile hike to look for owls! Ages 6 and up.
7:00 PM – Friday Nights Unlimited Pizza Skate at Skate Zone 71 – family skate is available from 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM for $10/person. That includes admission, skate rental and unlimited cheese pizza!
7:00 PM – Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat at Shedd Theater – watch the famous mischievous cat performed by CATCO is Kids! There are 7 showtimes to choose from this weekend!
SATURDAY:
9:00 AM – West Gate Lodge Community Breakfast at West Gate Lodge No.623 F&AM – enjoy a large breakfast for $6/adult and $3/child. Proceeds benefit Special Olympics.
9:00 AM – Waffle Bar! at Coffee Connections of Hilliard – the waffle bar is $5/person and includes unlimited toppings, juice and coffee!
9:00 AM – Roller Skating Lessons at Skate Zone 71 – walk-in for skating lessons for all skill levels! Fisher Price skates are available for kids. Adults are welcome too!
10:00 AM – Preschool Story Time at Grange Insurance Audubon Center – enjoy a nature-themed story time for preschoolers!
10:00 AM – PBJ & Jazz with New Basics Brass Band at Lincoln Theatre – enjoy a family-friendly jazz concert by the New Basics Brass Band. Concerts are $5/person ($20/family) and children receive a PB&J sandwich, juice and cookie. (There is a second session at 11:30 AM.)
11:00 AM – January Grown-Up & Me // Mixed Media Unicorn at Art with Anna – make a unicorn with your child (age 3 and up), come dressed to get messy! $15/couple, $5 for an additional artist.
11:30 AM – PBJ & Jazz with New Basics Brass Band at Lincoln Theatre – enjoy a family-friendly jazz concert by the New Basics Brass Band. Concerts are $5/person ($20/family) and children receive a PB&J sandwich, juice and cookie.
12:00 PM – Snapshots of the Family Farm at Gallant Farm – visit Gallant Farm to see a collection of photos from the 1930’s and 40’s. Bring your own pictures of your family farm to add to the collection!
1:00 PM – Read with the Horses at Stockhands Horses For Healing – all ages can stop in to read with a horse. This is a free event.
1:00 PM – Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat at Shedd Theater – watch the famous mischievous cat performed by CATCO is Kids! There are 7 showtimes to choose from this weekend!
2:00 PM – Warm FUZZIES! at Kreation’s Play Café – make 4 warm fuzzies during this winter-themed play time. Stay and play or drop your kids off. See link for pricing and RSVP.
2:30 PM – Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat at Shedd Theater – watch the famous mischievous cat performed by CATCO is Kids! There are 7 showtimes to choose from this weekend!
3:00 PM – Kids Day at The Crest – create veggie art, make a terrarium and more! Ages 4-12.
5:00 PM – Howl at the Moon Dog Hike at Highbanks Metro Park – all ages are welcome to bring their dog on a 3.5 mile hike! Dogs must be leashed.
SUNDAY:
9:00 AM – Kids Yoga & Storytime at Cover to Cover Bookstore – join GoYoga for games, storytelling and physical activities. $10/child, ages 5-8.
10:00 AM – January Baby + Art // Mess Free Polar Bear at Art with Anna – bring your kids age 6 months to 3 years for a fun art project. $10/family.
12:00 PM – Snapshots of the Family Farm at Gallant Farm – visit Gallant Farm to see a collection of photos from the 1930’s and 40’s. Bring your own pictures of your family farm to add to the collection!
1:00 PM – Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat at Shedd Theater – watch the famous mischievous cat performed by CATCO is Kids! There are 7 showtimes to choose from this weekend!
1:00 PM – Turtle Talk at Deer Haven Park – see turtles up close and help feed them in the Visitor Center!
2:00 PM – 2020 Winter Hike: Prairie Oaks at Prairie Oaks Metro Park – take a 1, 3 or 5 mile hike through the park. Food and drinks will be provided afterwards. Bring personal hygiene products or $5 to donate to Mid-Ohio Foodbank and receive a collectors mug.
2:30 PM – Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat at Shedd Theater – watch the famous mischievous cat performed by CATCO is Kids! There are 7 showtimes to choose from this weekend!
5:00 PM – Superhero Spaghetti Social at Hosanna Lutheran Childhood Center – dress like a superhero and enjoy a spaghetti and meatball dinner! RSVP online.
*Please be aware, information is gathered from multiple community sources. Times, dates and locations are subject to change. There may be a fee to participate in a featured activity. Please call ahead or check links to confirm activities. Enjoy what you do today!*