You’ve got to love a weekend that ends with the first day of spring! Congrats, fellow parents, we’ve made it!! Special events really start to pick up around Columbus in the spring and summer and this weekend begins the Easter Egg Hunt season (is that a thing?). Makes sure you read to the end for some upcoming freebies! Enjoy!
1. Annual Easter Egg Hunts on the Mini Golf Courses at both Magic Mountain Locations
When, Saturday, March 19, 2016
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Magic Mountain Polaris and Magic Mountain East
Bring your own basket for this egg hunt on the mini golf course! $4 Admission also includes a visit from the Easter Bunny and kid friendly games! Also available is the option to stay and play at the Egg Hunt Special including unlimited mini golf, go-karts and laser tag from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM! Guests 12 and under: $10 Guests 13 and over: $15
2. MORE Easter Egg Hunts and activities
There are several Easter-related events going on this weekend, you can check them out on this list I complied for the Columbus Mom’s Blog!
3. Batman v. Superman Day at your local Barnes and Noble
When: Saturday, March 19, 2016
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: all area Barnes and Noble Booksellers
Barnes and Noble hosts a trivia event to celebrate the release of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice including prizes and giveaways. This event is geared toward teens and adults, but is family friendly.
4. Aladdin Shrine Circus at the Ohio Expo Center
When: Thursday, March 17 – Sunday, March 20, 2016
Time: various showtimes throughout the weekend
Location: Ohio Expo Center – Celeste Center, 717 E. 17th Ave, Columbus, OH 43211
Phone: 614-475-2609
66th Annual Aladdin Shrine Circus takes place this weekend! Featuring the Aladdin Shrine Clowns, Fuzzy and Toots! Children 12 and under are half price. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.
5. Saturday Story Stomp!
When: Saturday, March 19, 2016
Time: 11:00 – 11:30 PM
Location: Columbus Metropolitan Library, Karl Road Branch Road, 5590 Karl Road Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229
Phone: 614-645-2275
Join this story time for kids ages 2-6 and their families featuring books, music and lots of movement!
6. Schoolhouse Rock Live! Presented by Shadowbox Live
When: Sunday, March 20, 2016
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Location: Shadowbox Live, 503 South Front Street, Ste #260, Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: 614-416-7625
All your favorite school subjects are covered in this family-friendly musical based on the popular cartoon series from the 1970’s!
7. Kids Eat Free at City Barbeque
When: Sunday, March 20, 2016
Time: all day
Location: your local City Barbeque
City Barbeque invites you to spend some one-on-one time with your kid! One free kid’s meal with an adult meal purchased at $7 or more. One free kid’s meal per check. MUST mention the Kid’s Eat Free offer to the cashier. Dine in only.
8. Free Italian Ice at Rita’s
When: Sunday, March 20, 2016
Time: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: your local Rita’s
To celebrate the first day of spring, Rita’s is giving away FREE Italian Ice!
9. The cast of Snoopy visits Polaris Fashion Place!
When: Sunday, March 20, 2016
Time: 12:00 – 1:30 PM
Location: Polaris Fashion Place
In anticipation of Snoopy coming to the Columbus Children’s Theater, he and the rest of the cast will join you at Polaris Mall for games, photos, prizes, crafts and more!
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*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 to confirm activities. Enjoy what you do today!*