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When’s the last time you took a stroll through Gay Street?

Whether you're searching for small plates or by-the-slice pizza, espresso or exquisite cocktails, everything’s just a quick walk away in this eclectic urban neighborhood.

Unassuming, authentic, wander worthy, this is our Downtown.

The @marketsatpearl have it all: fresh produce, handmade fabrics, pottery, self-care products and so much more! Pearl Market is every Tuesday and Friday from 10:30am - 2pm and lasts through October! 🍅🥕🥒

@milestone_229 has it all — great views of @thesciotomile and the Downtown skyline, great bites and beverages, and an awesome happy hour. We won't say much more because the @columbusdispatch has all the details! Tap the link in our bio to learn more about that glass building you've seen by the Scioto Mile fountain and what they have to offer inside 🥂

From the classics to what’s current, @spoonfulrecords’ vinyl collection is unmatched. Now they have a new home in Downtown Columbus!🙌💿

If you have a record player at home, this is the perfect place to stock up on some timeless tunes 🎶

Happy #NationalHotDogDay everyone! 🌭 Wanna win a $25 gift card to @DirtyFranksDogs? Here's all you have to do to enter:

1. Like this post
2. Follow @downtowncolumbus and @dirtyfranksdogs
3. Drop a Comment with your favorite hot dog toppings

Dirty Frank's is closed until 7/27, but be sure to celebrate extra next week to make up for it!

US Residents only. Giveaway will close Sunday 7/24 at 11:59pm EST. Winners will be notified on Monday 7/25. One (1) winner will be randomly selected to receive a $25 gift card to Dirty Frank’s Hot Dog Palace. Per Instagram’s rules, this giveaway is not associated with Instagram, Inc. in any way and is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Instagram, Inc. By entering, you confirm that you are 13+ years of age, you agree with Instagram’s terms of use, and you release Instagram of any responsibility.

We're excited for the third Community Workshop of the Downtown Strategic Plan tomorrow, July 19 at 5:30 pm at @COSIscience.

Tell us you’ll be there (or just show up!)

Ready to namaste on the Scioto River? You read that right! Sign up for SUP Yoga on @TheSciotoMile and enjoy an easy-going flow class led by @SevenStudios with SUPs provided by @HEROUSA.

SUP Yoga on the Scioto River
Tuesdays | Through Aug 31
5:30 pm & 6:45 pm

Classes are FREE but there's a $15 no-show fee. Registration is required. Space is very limited so sign up early (link in bio).

If you’ve been following along with the progress of the 2022 Downtown Strategic Plan, you won’t want to miss this key milestone!

Join us on Tuesday, July 19 at 5:30 pm at @COSIscience to weigh in on the strategies that will make the most impact as we strive to create a more equitable, vibrant and walkable #DowntownColumbus.

Community Workshop #3
Tuesday, July 19 | 5:30 pm
COSI, 333 W Broad Street
Register to attend at the link in our bio.

Warmer temps call for cool and refreshing breakfasts. Our go-to is the Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie from @LCGoat. Where are you grabbing a morning meal?

@RedWhiteBoomcbus is back with a bang! We can't wait to welcome the community to #DowntownColumbus for the city's signature Independence Day celebration. Check out their event guide for all the details, including road closures this week. More info is linked in our bio.

From goals to greenspace, restaurants to rooftops, whatever you’re into, we’ve got it here in #DowntownColumbus. Follow along to discover the best that Downtown has to offer.

Ready to adventure? Head to the link in our bio to get started.

Take advantage of the beautiful weather that our capital city is giving us right now! ☀️ Grab your favorite snack, drink, or meal from the @northmarket then enjoy in a sunny spot!

You can snag a seat at one of the many picnic tables outside the market or take a quick walk over to McFerson Commons Park for a scenic and shaded meal.

The Columbus Arts Fest might be over but festival season is here to stay! There are so many great festivals coming up in Downtown Columbus, here are a few to put on your calendar.

🖤 Juneteenth Ohio Festival: June 18-19 at Genoa Park
🎇 Red, White & BOOM Columbus: July 1 in Downtown Columbus
🎷 Jazz & Rib Fest: July 22-24 at The Scioto Mile
💃 Festival Latino Columbus: August 13-14 at Genoa Park

Which one are you looking forward to the most this summer?

Find more fun in Downtown Columbus (link in bio).

Downtown IS Fashion. Fashion IS Downtown.

Columbus is the fashion capital of the Midwest, and today we’re serving some fresh looks. Eight Columbus-based designers have turned the windows of the Lazarus Building into a runway show, displaying the talent housed in our city for all to see. Take a trip down High Street and see the display for yourself, and snap some photos of these exquisite threads 🧵

The @CAPAColumbus Summer Movie Series kicks off on Thursday, June 16, but that's just the start of this summer-long sojourn through cinematic history. Catch classic flicks at the iconic Ohio Theatre for a budget-friendly price. Tickets are just $6 or you can get a 10-pack for $40.

Get tickets at the link in our bio! 🎫

Last but not least, we’d be remiss not to mention the 240+ restaurants, bars, coffee shops, boutiques and service businesses that’ve set up shop in #DowntownColumbus. They’re the heart and soul of our city. 💙🍴

In our books, the best way to celebrate #614Day is by shopping small and showing your favorite local businesses some love.

What better way to beat the heat this week than with a walk through the @SciotoMile fountain? This signature splash pad is fun as it is, but starting tomorrow (6/15) there will be extra activities for kids of all ages to enjoy every Wednesday from 12 pm – 2 pm through August 10. #614Day

An urban oasis, @ColumbusCommons is where our community comes together. Located in the urban core of Columbus, the Commons offer diverse programming – from concerts to food trucks, family events to fitness – delivering on the promise that there’s something for everyone in #DowntownColumbus.

This #614Day, see what’s in store in Downtown’s playground and make it an #unCommonSummer in Columbus.

Did you know it’s not just #614Day, it’s also Flag Day? You can find the stars and stripes flying high, set against the Downtown skyline at the @NationalVMM. 🇺🇸

Stop by today to hear the stories of men and women in our military who’ve served bravely to protect the flag and what it stands for — freedom. Only in #DowntownColumbus.

Happy #614Day!

From the @ColumbusMuseum to @COSIscience, @theSciotoMile to @CCADedu, and @The_Topiary_Park to @LowerFieldCbus, not to mention countless bars, restaurants and coffee shops, we’re proud to have some of the best amenities our city has to offer right here in #DowntownColumbus.

Follow along today for more to explore Downtown!

Happy National Donut Day! Whether you liked them glazed, filled, topped, covered or powdered, there’s nothing more satisfying than taking a warm, sweet bite out of your favorite donut. Stop by @columbuscommons on Wednesday mornings to get your fix from @donnasdeliciousdozen! 🍩

Forget your lunchbox, grab some LunchBucks!

Lunch breaks are back in Downtown Columbus and now it’s more affordable than ever. Starting June 7, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays we're giving you $10 to try a new lunch spot and support small businesses.

Just stop by one of the four distribution locations around Downtown on Tuesday or Wednesday from 11 am – 2 pm to get a voucher good for $10 at participating restaurants. But don’t delay – vouchers are only valid on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for lunch (11 am – 2 pm) the week they are distributed.

For more details, distribution locations and participating restaurants, head to the link in our bio.

Your friendly neighborhood farmers market is back at Pearl and Gay tomorrow! Stop by @marketsatpearl tomorrow (6/3) from 10:30 am - 2 pm to pick up a few things for your fridge or pantry.

Pearl Market
Tuesdays & Fridays through October
10:30 am - 2 pm
Gay Street
Link in bio

🚨🎨 A R T A L E R T 🎨🚨

The Lazarus Building just got a fresh splash of color thanks to the talents of @ajsunami! This temporary work will be up through the summer, but not forever. Find some time to take a walk down Front Street and experience this incredible new mural.

If you’re going to be Downtown for @columbusartsfest, it’s just one block away from the heart of the festival’s happenings so be sure to stop by and see it!

There's a reason that @COSIscience’s mantra is to make science accessible and fun for everyone. They have attractions for all ages from the Little Kidspace to the current Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes exhibit. Plus starting Sunday (May 30) they're open seven days a week!

You can get to COSI by driving and parking in their underground garage immediately west of COSI ($5), taking the COTA bus, riding your own bike or a CoGo bike, or hopping on a Lime or Bird scooter!

Link in bio

Festival season is finally here!

Of all Columbus' unoffical (but very real) seasons, festival is by far our favorite. From the riverfront to Mcfearson, you can find all your favorites in Downtown Columbus.

Find festivals to look forward to using the link in our bio!

This Memorial Day, make sure to check out the National Veterans Memorial and Museum and their latest exhibit, The Twenty-Year War: Our Next Greatest Generation.

Artist Beau Simmons and authors and U.S. Army Ranger Veterans, Dan Blakeley and Tom Amenta, bring to life veteran voices through audio, video and perhaps most powerfully, film-captured and enlarged portraits. Rich in detail, these images perfectly portray Veterans from every state and walk of life. From mission-oriented small businesses to much-needed nonprofits, this exhibit especially emphasizes the incredible impacts of Veterans following their time in the military.

@nationalvmm

Memorial Day Weekend is right around the corner, folks, and we have a jam-packed slate of happenings Downtown! Get ready for:

🎤 The Beach Boys, Family Fun Day + Movie Night and a @ShadowboxLive performance @columbuscommons
✊ @blackexpollence Riverfront Culture Fest
⛲ Splashing around in @thesciotomile fountain
⚾ Watching the @clbclippers at Huntington Park
🇺🇸 Free admission all weekend plus special programming at @nationalvmm

We’ve got all this and more happening in #downtowncolumbus this weekend. Head to our blog (link in bio) for all the details.

Big idea or small suggestion – we want to hear all your feedback for Downtown Columbus. From enhancing mobility options to creating the ultimate urban neighborhood, we need your help to determine what the next decade looks like by participating in the Downtown Columbus Strategic Plan.

Take the survey now at the link in our bio.

Does your work-from-home setup include a rooftop lounge and patio like this? Bet not.

Get a look inside @BBILogistics' @80onthecommons location and learn why they LOVE their #DowntownColumbus office. #downtowncbusisback

Thanks to everyone who joined us for our second Community Workshop for the Downtown Columbus Strategic Plan!

We heard so many thoughtful suggestions for Downtown - from adding bike lanes and public art to enhancing the urban tree canopy and creating opportunities for diverse businesses to thrive.

Weren't able to make it? You can still participate. Take the survey now and tell us YOUR big idea for Downtown Columbus (link in bio).

This weekend only, stop by @ColumbusCommons and take a photo with this beautiful bloomin' bench! Like the good weather, it won't last forever so make plans to head Downtown. The opportunities are endless, but here are a few suggestions if you need some inspiration:

🥡 Grab food from a nearby restaurant or bring your own bites for a picnic with second-to-none scenery

📷 Break out your warm-weather fancy clothes and DIY a family photoshoot with your phone

🌎 Make it part of your Earth Day pre-party. Stop by before or after you head to the official @green_Columbus celebration at Genoa Park (4/23 12-7p)

It's All-Star Weekend in Downtown Columbus!🏀

Nationwide Arena is hosting this year's HBCU Classic for Columbus, a jam-packed weekend featuring a little bit of everything – a fashion show, educational sessions, and basketball...obviously. Tickets for each day's events can be purchased at the link in our bio! 🎫

Here are a few of the highlights:
🏀 Celebrity All-Star Game - Old School (coached by @msvfox) vs. New School (coached by @thatgirllaylay)
🏀 Ultimate Slam Dunk Challenge
🏀 College Basketball All-Star Game: The best of HBCUs vs. The Best of Ohio

🌷 F L O W E R F L A S H 🌷

As if spring blooms at @ColumbusCommons weren't beautiful enough, stop by this weekend for an extra-special floral display. Starting Friday evening, it'll stay up while the flowers last, which won't be long thanks to forecasted highs in the 80s (yes 80s!).

If you do come down, make a day of it. Stay awhile to enjoy the exceptional Spring weather and all that the park has to offer including:

🎠 FREE Carousel rides thanks to @PNCbank (11am-7pm)

🌮 A bite from @tortillastreetfood (11am - 8pm)

🍨 Scoops from @jenisicecreams (11am-8pm)

If you're feeling extra adventurous, on Saturday, 4/23 you can take a stroll over to the @SciotoMile and check out @Green_Columbus' Earth Day celebration at Genoa Park
(12-7pm)

Alley Islands is back at @blockfort! Featuring live music, food, drinks, live art and a dozen new Downtown murals. Join in on the fun this Saturday, April 16 from 11am-11pm. Tickets are just $10. 🎟️

Huntington Park is the place to be this evening; baseball is back Downtown! The @clbclippers take on Syracuse in their home opener at 6:15pm. Tickets are still available for purchase through the link in our bio, so take yourself out to the ballgame! ⚾

Do you wanna rock? Because we wanna ROCK! 🎸 Nationwide Arena is bringing back that flame, with Kid Rock 4/15 followed by the The Eagles on 4/19. Whether you're an old soul or just love the classics, use the link in our bio to get your tickets now.

Skip your daytime store run; the @MoonlightMarket is back! The 2022 season kicks off on Saturday, April 9 and they're back on the second Saturday of each month until November. Hit the alley to shop from local farmers, artisans and creators!

Get ready to shop the @CCADedu Spring Art Fair on Saturday, April 9. Pick up a piece with a pop of color to brighten up your home (or home office) just in time for Spring! All proceeds go directly to the vendors, so snag a ticket today through the link in our bio and support Columbus' young artists. 🎨