The perfect date night awaits at FYR Short North! Join us for our Dinner for Two special, available Monday through Wednesday beginning April 6. Three courses are available for $75.
The perfect date night awaits at FYR Short North! Join us for our Dinner for Two special, available Monday through Wednesday beginning April 6. Three courses are available for $75.
This free literary festival features panel discussions, author talks, book signings and so much more. Enjoy two days full of fun at the historic Main Library. The festival will feature a whole new lineup of 200+ national and Columbus-based authors, panel discussions, author talks, book signings and more!
Cool off and splash in the fountain!
America’s LARGEST interactive true crime mystery dinner show is now playing in Columbus, OH!
At The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show, you’ll tackle a challenging crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The criminal is lurking somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!
Each admission includes our fantastic dinner, mystery entertainment, wait staff gratuity, prize package for Top Sleuth, and much more!
Guster meets the Columbus Symphony! Witness three decades of indie-rock hits including “Satellite” and “Amsterdam” reimagined for a full orchestra. Experience this one-of-a-kind collaboration where bright melodies and clever songwriting meet world-class symphonic power.
Founded in Somerville, Massachusetts, Guster has made a career of creating enduring songs like “Amsterdam,” “Satellite,” and “Do You Love Me.” In addition to their work in Guster, singer Ryan Miller scores films and TV shows. Guitarist and singer Adam Gardner runs REVERB, a non-profit dedicated to environmentally-friendly touring. Multi-instrumentalist Luke Reynolds writes and collaborates with artists like Regina Spektor, Sharon Van Etten, and Neko Case. Guster’s newest album, Ooh La La, was released in 2024.
Boat launch under the Main Street bridge, near Bicentennial Park. Take a free watercraft ride and enjoy the view from the Scioto River. Demand is expected to be high. First-come, first-served.Â
This free literary festival features panel discussions, author talks, book signings and so much more. Enjoy two days full of fun at the historic Main Library. The festival will feature a whole new lineup of 200+ national and Columbus-based authors, panel discussions, author talks, book signings and more!
Cool off and splash in the fountain!
Celebrate Bastille Day Columbus-style! Enjoy French food, artisan vendors, cocktails & wine, and more at this free event! Join us for an authentic French celebration of Bastille Day in a vibrant street festival atmosphere. DORA will be available with beverages served from Chouette’s patio.Â
Join Sunny Street Café for the return of Dino-Mite Kids Week, a five-day family-friendly celebration packed with delicious food, interactive activities and prehistoric fun!
Children under 12 can enjoy a FREE dinosaur-shaped pancake and toppings bar with the purchase of an adult meal. Kids can customize their pancake creations with whipped cream, sprinkles, cookie crumbles and more.
This exciting event will feature:
Giant inflatable dinosaurs throughout participating restaurants
Dino-themed games, activities and prizes
Face masks, coloring stations and temporary tattoos
The return of the fan-favorite T-Rex Brain Game, where kids can compete to win a Dino Prize Pack featuring a gift card, toys and exclusive Dino-Mite swag
Fun photo opportunities designed to capture memorable summer moments with family and friends
Known for bringing communities together over great food and hospitality, Sunny Street Café is celebrating one of its most beloved menu favorites while creating an immersive experience the whole family can enjoy.
Don’t miss this chance to make Dino-Mite memories, enjoy a free dinosaur pancake and experience a week of prehistoric fun at Sunny Street CafĂ©!
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Take a stroll along Gay Street and you’ll discover a dense mélange of lively, street-level bars, galleries, restaurants, retail shops, and cafes.
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For fashion, food, fun, fabulous tunes, and fantastic retail, the eclectic Fourth and Main District is hard to beat.
Pro sports, world-renowned live entertainment, and vibrant restaurants and bars— the Arena District scores big every time.
The convergence of Downtown’s central business district and the historic Franklinton neighborhood, The Peninsula brings together the best of all worlds – just around the bend of the Scioto River. Â
Historic buildings have been transformed into must-experience bars, venues and experiences in this up-and-coming District just east of the Scioto.Â
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of Downtown Columbus through dozens of local events happening every week.Â