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It’s Wednesday and we’re halfway to the weekend, folks!

Check out what’s going on this weekend and as always, be sure to visit our spring events blog for the full list of happenings.

➡️3/30: @brettyoungmusic at @kembalivepwp — 6:30 pm
➡️ 3/31: Artist Commune Pop Up Exhibition @urbanartsspace — 6:30-8:30 // local art in a gallery setting — one night only
➡️ 3/31: @jokoy World Tour at Palace Theatre — 8 pm
➡️3/31-4/1: @opera.columbus x @columbussymphony Rigoletto at Ohio Theatre // the biggest staging our opera has done in 20 years!
➡️4/1: @columbuscrew vs Real Salt Lake @lowerfieldcbus — 7:30 pm
➡️4/1: Drag Brunch with @anisalove2023 at @thewalruscbus — 11 am - 3 pm
➡️4/1: Operation HEAL*ARIOUS @nationalvmm — 7 pm
➡️4/2: @bluejacketsnhl vs. Ottawa @nationwidearena — 6 pm
➡️4/2: Craftin’ Outlaws at @columbusmuseum @craftinoutlaws — 10-4 pm // one day marketplace at the art museum offering handmade items and crafts for purchase
➡️4/2: Choo Choo 9 Miler and 5k at Genoa Park — 9 am @columbusrunning // run a beautiful route along the Scioto for charity

Where are you heading this weekend? 🤔

FREE FITNESS AT @nationalvmm 🧘🏻

Did you know that @nationalvmm offers free yoga and Jiu Jitsu classes every single week? Yes, really!

Through their Resilience & Wellness programs, NVMM aims to create a supportive environment that brings Veterans and the community together through movement.

Their yoga classes will leave you feeling totally restored. Connecting with yourself and fellow participants in the unique and beautiful setting NVMM provides is a totally immersive experience — a gem here in the Downtown community. All experience levels are welcome.

The Jiu Jitsu space and group is passionate and welcoming — and it’s next on the must-try list!

Parking is free with validation at the front desk. Just sign up for free on NVMM’s website (link in bio) and you’re ready for a class!

🧘🏻‍♀️Free Fitness at National Veterans Memorial and Museum
📍300 West Broad Street
🗓Classes available throughout the week (including Sundays)
🚗 Parking is free with validation inside the museum

Turns out you can find “it” right here in Columbus 😎

So cool to see so many local restaurants and Downtown destinations listed in @forbes magazine! You can read the full article at the link in our bio.

☕️ @theparableparable
🥟 Momo Ghar @northmarket
🥭 @hoyoskitchen
🧱 @northmarket
🖼 @columbusmuseum
🎨 @beelergallery at @ccadedu
👗 @commonthreadshopsonthird
🔥 @storiesonhigh and @fyrshortnorth
🖌 @blockfort

And shoutout to the local gems in surrounding Cbus neighborhoods:

🍔 @eatchapmans in German Village
🌱 @comune_restaurant on South Side
🏫 @understory_cbus by @wolfsridgebrewing
🍸 @gingerrabbitjazz in @shortnorthartsdistrict
🌵 @goodlandbrand in @franklintonart
📷 @chromedgestudios in @franklintonart

Downtown Weekend Roundup: March 23-26🤠

Lots going on Downtown this weekend! Looking for plans? We’ve got you ⬇️

P.S. Be sure to check out our Spring Events blog on our website for a full list of happenings here Downtown!

🔵 3/23: Kane Brown @nationwidearena - 7 pm
🔵3/23-4/8: …but you could’ve held my hand by @catcoistheatre at Riffe Center
🔵3/24: @bluejacketsnhl vs NY Islanders @nationwidearena - 7 pm
🔵3/24-4/2: @aetherealjest Community Theatre Triple Feature at Columbus Performing Arts Center
🔵3/25: Future & Friends @nationwidearena - 7 pm
🔵3/25: Abe Lincoln is Back @keltonhousemuseum - 11 am
🔵3/25: The Irish Tenors 25th Anniversary Tour with @columbussymphony at Palace Theatre — 8 pm
🔵3/25: @columbuscrew vs. Atlanta @lowerfieldcbus — 7:30 pm
🔵3/25: The Fashion Presentations: Spring Edition @urbanartsspace — 6 pm
🔵3/26: The Simon & Garfunkel Story at Southern Theatre — 7:30 pm

CELEBRATE TACO TUESDAY WITH HIDDEN GEM @house_taco 🌮

Tacos are in the house — the Statehouse, that is. HouseTaco is a one-of-a-kind gem tucked right in the heart of the Ohio Statehouse serving up fresh, delicious Mexican staples for lunch and dinner.

🌮The public is welcome! Just enter via the Statehouse and head down to the café. It’s fast!
🌮Skip the line and order online before you go, or order at the kiosk. Curbside pickup on Third Street AND delivery is also available!
🌮What to get: We’ve heard rave reviews of the street tacos. This time we opted for our tried-and-true taco salad 🥗
🌮Those chips! That seasoning! They’re a HouseTaco staple and unlike any other chip you’ve tried.
🌮Take your meal to go or dine in the historic Statehouse dining room! And while you’re here, visit the Statehouse gift shop and museum.
🌮Need a meal for your team? Catering is available! Plus, they’re partners with THE local bike courier team @bound614

🌮HouseTaco
📍1 Capitol Square
🗓Open Mon-Fri, 11 am - 8 pm (Fridays til 9 pm)
🚗Park in the Statehouse underground garage, take COTA lines 1 or 2, or bike 🚲

KING TUT IS COMING TO COSI🌟

Tutankhamun: His Tomb and His Treasures — opens TOMORROW (3/18) at COSI! This world-class traveling exhibit is bringing an immersive, comprehensive experience for all ages to the #1 Science Museum in the Nation! 🧬

The details:
🔑 According to COSI, this exhibit is one of the most accurate and comprehensive experiences of King Tut’s tomb in the world, offering an immersive look into each aspect of the original discovery 100 years ago.
🔑The exhibit offers insight into Ancient Egyptian culture, history and art that will engage audiences of all ages.
🔑Bring headphones if you can! An audio tour is included in the exhibit, adding another level to the immersive experience.
🔑To respect cultural significance and the sensitive and fragile nature of original artifacts, contents of the tomb are exact, authentic replicas reproduced down to the smallest detail — designed by a team of artists, historians and researchers from around the world.
🔑Tickets for opening day are SOLD OUT, but are available to purchase for future dates on COSI’s website.

This exhibit is a must-see — and it’s right in our backyard!

🌟Tutankhamun: His Tomb and His Treasures at COSI
📍333 W Broad St
🗓Grand opening Saturday, March 18
🎟Tickets available on @cosiscience website
🚗$10 parking in underground garage at 50 Belle St

KING TUT IS COMING TO COSI🌟

Tutankhamun: His Tomb and His Treasures — opens TOMORROW (3/18) at COSI! This world-class traveling exhibit is bringing an immersive, comprehensive experience for all ages to the #1 Science Museum in the Nation! 🧬

The details:
🔑 According to COSI, this exhibit is one of the most accurate and comprehensive experiences of King Tut’s tomb in the world, offering an immersive look into each aspect of the original discovery 100 years ago.
🔑The exhibit offers insight into Ancient Egyptian culture, history and art that will engage audiences of all ages.
🔑Bring headphones if you can! An audio tour is included in the exhibit, adding another level to the immersive experience.
🔑To respect cultural significance and the sensitive and fragile nature of original artifacts, contents of the tomb are exact, authentic replicas reproduced down to the smallest detail — designed by a team of artists, historians and researchers from around the world.
🔑Tickets for opening day are SOLD OUT, but are available to purchase for future dates on COSI’s website.

This exhibit is a must-see — and it’s right in our backyard!

🌟Tutankhamun: His Tomb and His Treasures at COSI
📍333 W Broad St
🗓Grand opening Saturday, March 18
🎟Tickets available on @cosiscience website
🚗$10 parking in underground garage at 50 Belle St

Support local workforce development on your lunch break at Columbus Downtown Culinary Café🥪

You’re invited to lunch at Columbus Downtown High School every Tuesday and Thursday — and this isn’t the school lunch you remember. Meals include paninis, chicken sandwiches, fried Brussels sprouts, seasoned fries and more — and they are DELICIOUS (and affordable, with meals ranging from $5 to $9)🍽

➡️As part of their culinary arts curriculum, students learn culinary skills — from cooking to food safety — through real experience in the café.
➡️Over 100 students and 3 teachers are part of the program!
➡️Visiting provides students with hands-on experience serving the public.

Give them a visit and support local workforce development!

🥪Columbus Downtown High School Culinary Café
📍364 S 4th St / Enter via the back entrance on Englar and check in at front desk!
🗓Serving Tuesdays and Thursdays thru April, 11:30-1 pm
💵Cash only

DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT UPDATE🧱

The PNC Building (155 E Broad St) has been getting major updates that will bring a restaurant, garden, public park and more Downtown🌳

The details:

🏢Previously office space only, the building is being transformed into a mixed-use building called the Preston Centre.

🏢The renovation will include an underground Cameron Mitchell restaurant with a connected garden element that will be open to the public including water elements (check out the pond being installed).

🏢Inspired by New York’s Highline park, the building will also include an above-ground catwalk with a public garden.

🏢Once renovated, the building will include 105 residential units and 170,000 SF of office space. Ground-floor retail will also be part of the building.

🏢The project is set to be completed this summer. The restaurant is set to open shortly after.

This building is just one of the many projects developer and Downtown champion Jeff Edwards is currently working on — stay tuned for more big projects that will shift the Downtown landscape.

Renderings thanks to Edwards Cos.

DOWNTOWN BY THE NUMBERS 🔢

@capital_crossroads_discovery just released their 2022 State of Downtown report, providing a snapshot of life Downtown in categories like housing, retail, and employment.

Check out the report highlights here and head to the link in our bio for the full report.

TOMORROW NIGHT🟡⚫️ @columbuscrew takes on D.C. United in the home opener at @lowerfieldcbus! Who’s gonna be there? ✋

📸: @phantomphotos_

NEW BUSINESS ALERT🚨 CREOLE 2 GEAUX

@creole2geaux is bringing mega-craveable Creole favorites to the Arena District with down-South staples like Po-Boys, Bourbon Chicken, and Creole Bowls🍤 It’s all made from scratch from the husband-wife owner duo!

⚜️Their new Downtown spot is their second location, following their success at @eastmarket_cbus
⚜️Their space is decked out purple and gold (check out that stunning mural!) with plentiful dine-in seating
⚜️By the time you leave, the lovely staff will make you feel like family. Really — every customer was smiling as they walked out the door!
🍽We tried the Bourbon Chicken and Chicken Creole Bowl, both of which were spiced to savory perfection and the perfect filling lunch.

They just opened on Tuesday — go grab some Creole!

💜Creole 2 Geaux
📍401 N Front St
🗓Open Mon-Sat, 11-8 pm (closes at 4 pm Mon/Tues)

BUSINESS ALERT: DOWNTOWN TAVERN🍔 (plus: giveaway!)

New name, more food offerings, same friendly folks! Formerly Lola’s Kitchen and Bar, Downtown Tavern is celebrating their grand re-opening TODAY — show ‘em some love!

🍔Downtown Tavern offers classic, casual favorites like burgers, fries, quesadillas, and drinks at affordable prices
🍔Their happy hour is ALL DAY LONG with options including $5 classic drinks and house pudding shots(!)
🍔A private back room (with a full bar!) will soon be available to rent for private parties!
💸SPECIAL DEAL NOW THRU 3/2: As part of their grand opening, get a $10 gift certificate when you visit for lunch or dinner, redeemable after 3/2!

✍️We tried the Philly Chicken, Kale & Brussels Sprout Salad, and Tavern Burger and they all hit the spot. The fries and potato pancakes were DELICIOUS, too🍟

GIVEAWAY: We’ve got four $10 certificates to give away! Just drop a comment to be entered to win! Giveaway ends tomorrow, 3/1 at 11:59 pm.

🎯Downtown Tavern
📍201 S High St
🗓Open Tues-Sun at 11:30, closes Tues/Wed/Thurs at 9, Fri/Sat at 10, Sun at 8
🚗Easy parking available at Columbus Commons Main Garage (55 E Rich St) or Underground Garage (191 S Third St)

Happy Friday, Columbus. We hope your weekend is dog-gone fantastic.

📸: @hamiltonlongforham

HIDDEN GEM🍴🖌 @schokkoartcafe

🔸Schokko Cafe’s got coffee and curated cuisine in a contemporary and casual setting, nestled right inside @columbusmuseum!
🔸The cafe is open to the public, no museum admission needed.
🔸They offer breakfast and lunch each day the museum is open, and are open til 9 pm on Thursdays!
🔸Schokko overlooks the museum’s beautiful sculpture garden and is open for outdoor dining.
🔸Everything we tried was so delicious, and the staff is beyond friendly
🔸Follow them to stay updated on BAM Thursdays (music, libations and more) happening this summer in the sculpture garden!

🔸Tip: Schokko is participating in LunchBucks, and @columbusmuseum just so happens to be a pickup spot 😉

🎨P.S. @columbusmuseum Maurice Sendak “Wild Things Are Happening” exhibit has been extended til March 19!

🖌Schokko Cafe
📍480 E Broad St (inside the Columbus Museum of Art
🗓Open Tues-Sun, 10 am - 5 pm / til 9 pm on Thursdays

THE ARNOLD IS ALMOST HERE

A Columbus classic, we’re getting pumped (💪) for the Arnold Sports Festival happening here Downtown March 2-5🏋️‍♂️

💪The Arnold brings 10,000+ athletes from 80+ countries to Columbus to participate in over 50 Arnold sports and events, ranging from classic physique contests to arm-wrestling and wheelchair events
💪Not a pro, but still want to flex a little bit? Sign up for the Pump and Run 5K or run-only 5K on March 5 — plus, you get a FREE Expo ticket 🎟
💪 The Arnold Expo features 1,000+ booths with all sports of sports, nutrition and fun, plus access to watch sports events on multiple stages. Tickets are available for anyone to purchase on the Arnold website!

🏋🏼‍♂️Arnold Sports Festival + Expo
📍Greater Columbus Convention Center
🗓March 2-5 (expo March 3-5 / 10-7 pm March 3-4 and 10-5 pm March 5)
➡️More info on the Arnold website at link in our bio

Exciting things are in store for Downtown Columbus, and you won't have to wait long to start seeing more: more businesses, more residents, more things to do.

The future of Downtown starts now ➡️ swipe for a sneak peek.

Thanks to @columbusbiz1st for spotlighting Downtown at the recent Power Breakfast. Head to the link in our bio for their article highlighting Downtown's growth.

LOCAL GEM💜

Way Down Yonder Beignets & Coffee is celebrating their ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY today! Today only (2/15), they’ll be serving fresh $2 beignets all day, plus free giveaways, live music AND free parking!

Fun facts:
💜WDY serves up all kinds of beignets (fried Oreo beignets, anyone?), traditional breakfast, signature coffee and more.
💜Owner and New Orleans native, Yonder, teaches classes at @cscc_edu — learn the history and culture of King Cakes from Yonder herself!
💜They host poetry nights every last Saturday of the month from 6-9 pm.
💜Talent runs in the family: the mural inside of WDY (featured in the reel) was designed and painted by Yonder’s cousin, @icandyartist
💜Yes, they even have a drive thru for all your beignet cravings.

Show some love to this Black-owned business Downtown today, for Mardi Gras, and throughout the year!

☕️ Way Down Yonder Beignets & Coffee
📍386 E Main St
🗓Open Tuesday-Sunday, 8 am- 3 pm

NOW OPEN🌺 @sweetblossomfloral has opened their storefront Downtown!

🌷Owner and florist, Alex, created Sweet Blossom in the middle of the pandemic. The concept started as a fundraiser and has now evolved into the store at 14 N High!
🌷The store offers beautiful arrangements, gifts, a DIY flower bar, and events
🌷They offer custom arrangements for small and large events (including weddings)
🌷Stop by and say hi to their delightful team today (Valentine’s Day) to celebrate their grand opening! Starting 2/15, they will be appointment only for the time being
🌷Follow @sweetblossomfloral to see their stunning creations and stay up to date with event offerings

🌼Sweet Blossom Floral
📍14 N High St
🗓Grand opening 2/14 8 am - 7 pm, then by appointment only starting 2/15

WHERE TO BUY FLOWERS DOWNTOWN💐

Downtown’s floral scene is blossoming and we’ve got your roundup just in time for V-Day 🌹Pick up a fresh bouquet as a perfect gift for your boo (or you)😉

💐Heidi’s Flowers and Wine | 17 S High St Lobby (right next to Potbelly)
💐Lēf Floral & Botanical | 243 N 5th St Ste 100
💐T Bears Florist & Chocolatier | 237 S 3rd St
💐Market Blooms | 59 Spruce St
💐BONUS: Sweet Blossom Floral (grand store opening TODAY!) and open 8am - 7pm | 14 N High St @sweetblossomfloral / more details to come this week!

FIVE BLACK-OWNED BUSINESSES DOWNTOWN🍽

These Black-owned businesses are serving up all kinds of fare, from vegan goodness to one-of-a-kind coffee drinks. Join us in celebrating these businesses and supporting Black-owned all year long. Find the full list of Black-owned restaurants and businesses Downtown at the link in our bio.

📍Hoyo’s Kitchen | 59 Spruce St
📍Parable Coffee | 149 S High St
📍The Pastry Factory | 59 Spruce St
📍Willowbeez Soulveg | 59 Spruce St
📍Way Down Yonder Beignets & Coffee | 386 E Main St

MARK YOUR CALENDARS 🗓

@commonthreadshopsonthird is back with another FASHION NIGHT OUT event THIS Friday, February 10! This month’s theme: LOVE💗

🌹Come down to Third Street between 4-8 pm for a LOVE-fest full of special promotions, libations, music and more.

🌹Home goods, decor, casual wear, gowns and more will be available for purchase just in time for V-day!

🌹Boutiques are just a block away from local dinner + HH favorites including @thelittlepalace, @hadleysbar, @dirtyfranksdogs, and @latenightslice. Bring the one(s) you love for a perfect evening of shopping + entertainment Downtown!

🛍Fashion Night Out
📍Common Thread Boutiques, 237-275 S Third St
🗓Friday, February 10 / 4-8 pm
🚗Street parking available or park in Columbus Commons Main Garage at 55 E Rich St.

📸: @amanda.in.bloom

TOMORROW (2/4) is National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day, and @jenisicecreams is putting on a pretty sweet celebration 🍨

From 9 am til noon, grab a scoop at the ORIGINAL Jeni’s @northmarket Downtown, where they’ll be serving up scoops including holiday special, Maple Soaked Pancakes 🥞 plus prizes for lucky winners!

🍦National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day
📍Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, 59 Spruce St (inside North Market) - and scoop shops nationwide!
🗓Saturday, February 4 from 9 am - 12 pm

NEW BUSINESS ALERT☕️

CUP O JOE is NOW OPEN Downtown!

🔹Located on the ground floor of @veraonbroadcolumbus, Cup O Joe is serving up classic coffee favorites and a selection of baked goods🥯

🔸They’ve got plentiful seating perfect for @ccadedu students and WFH folks.

🔹The industrial-yet-colorful vibe is impeccable.

FYI: We hear the Mocha Blend Chill is a must-try.

☕️Cup O Joe
📍366 E Broad St (located inside Vera on Broad)
🗓Open Mon-Fri, 7 am - 2 pm

DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT UPDATE 🧱

The Merchant Building has officially broken ground at @northmarket!

➡️ The North Market parking lot is now closed to make way for Merchant Building construction. Customers can park in the Vine St garage at 45 Vine St — validated rates apply just as they did in the lot.

➡️This project calls for a 32-story(!) mixed-use tower complete with residential units, office space, hotel rooms, parking, retail space, and an 18,000 SF North Market expansion dedicated to showcasing @northmarket merchants and honoring the market’s history.

➡️”This project has always been about protecting the future of the North Market” says Executive Director Rick Harrison Wolfe.

➡️Check out @northmarket IG for all the updates and continue to support your local merchants as this epic project progresses!

The Merchant Building is going to change the Downtown landscape as we know it, and we can’t wait to watch the progress 🧱Click the link in our bio for more info + photos of the project.

@614magazine 614 Restaurant Week starts TODAY! Participating restaurants are offering up delicious three-course meal options for a set price.

🍴Whether you go with the tried and true or something new, this week is the perfect excuse to treat yourself while supporting your local Downtown restaurants 🍝

We wanna know: where are you heading this week?

For the full list of menus and restaurants, head to the @614magazine website at the link in our bio!

Did you know there are tattoo parlors hidden in a historic bank building at 35 E Gay St? 👑

@parlorsuites opened in 2022, but they’re already making their (permanent) mark on Downtown! Located in The Vault, Parlor Suites has beautiful private rooms for artists to call their own, allowing them creative freedom in their art and business 🖌 (how cool are @nataliaadunn and @s.q.u.i.d.vicious suites?)

👉Parlor Suites also hosts special events in their decked-out space!

Fun fact: The Vault was a bank in 1912 — and the entrance archway is 100 year old granite! A hidden pocket of history in #downtowncolumbus 📖

👑 Parlor Suites
📍35 E Gay St
🗓Artists book individually

You want 'em, we got 'em! LunchBucks are BACK starting January 17 thanks to support from @columbusddc. Get $10 toward your lunch Downtown! Here's a refresher on the rules:

🍽️LunchBucks will be distributed weekly on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 11 am - 2 pm at four Downtown locations (listed below)
🍽️Quantities are limited and we expect tickets to be claimed early! Be in line by 11 am for your best chance to claim
🍽️ Head to a participating restaurant to get $10 toward your lunch Downtown!

The winter session of LunchBucks will go through April 26, 2023. Stay tuned for updates!

Pickup locations:

🔵OSU Urban Arts Space in the Lazarus Building - 50 W Town St
🔵 Capital Crossroads & Discovery SID Office - 23 N 4th St
🔵 Experience Columbus Visitor Center (Arena District) - 277 W Nationwide Blvd #125
🔵Columbus Museum of Art - 480 E Broad St

Find the full list of participating restaurants at the link in our bio.

@barroluco.argentine
@bonjourcafe_cbus
@brezelcolumbus
@cincotacos614
@dirtyfranksdogs
@due_amici
@elevatorbrewing
@flavorsofindia_northmarket
@goodwoodcolumbus
@hillsdowntown
@lexisonthird
@mattandtonyskitchenandtavern
@milestone_229
@nida_northmarket
@oshiostation
@pastaria_sarefinos
@columbusmuseum
@tastydawg
@vineandforgecbus
@wolfsridgebrewing
@zoupeatery

How cool was that sunset last night, Columbus? 🌅

Happy holidays to all! ❄️ Even the Downtown skyline has us in the holiday spirit thanks to @nationwide. Ever wondered how those messages are illuminated? The details might surprise you...get the inside scoop at the link in our bio.

📷: @andyspessard

We’ve mapped out some merry excursions Downtown for visiting as we head into the holidays. These five quintessential holiday displays are rooted in Columbus history and have delighted Downtown visitors for years of holiday seasons!

❄️Scioto Mile Holiday Lights
❄️Columbus Commons Holiday Lights
❄️Lazarus Building Display
❄️Columbus Main Library Holiday Train
❄️State Auto Christmas Corner

Check out the link in our bio for more details.

Ready to choo-choo-check out an amazing holiday display Downtown? The Huntington Holiday Train 🚂 at the @columbuslibrary has been a fast-track to fun for all ages since 1992, and will be full-speed ahead through January 8 (train puns ✅).

🚂Huntington Holiday Train
📍Columbus Main Library Grand Atrium, 96 S Grant Ave
🗓 On display through Jan 8
🕚 Normal library hours: Mon-Thursday 9 am-9 pm, Fri-Sat 9 am-6 pm, Sun 1-5 pm
🚗 Free one hour parking in the library’s attached garage

Have you heard? The iconic PEANUT SHOPPE is OPEN and stocked for all of your nutty holiday needs…

In addition to their namesake specialty, the Peanut Shoppe offers a wide variety of candy, drinks, snacks, and chocolates! If you’re looking for some sweet stocking stuffers, this is your place 🍫🍭

Located right by the @ohiotheatre, it’s the perfect place for a pre-show pit stop or midday munch (sometimes the craving just hits…)

🥜The Peanut Shoppe
📍21 E Broad St
🗓Weekdays 12-5, Saturdays 12-4 / open before Ohio Theatre shows (check their Facebook for updates!)
🚗Parking available on nearby streets or in the underground garage at 191 S Third St

Enjoy the Downtown riverfront aglow with holiday lights while sipping on a festive drink THIS Friday (12/9) at an outdoor holiday happy hour at Coleman’s Pointe, in partnership with @dracolumbus! Beverages from @wolfsridgebrewing and @accentwine, plus a warm seasonal cocktail courtesy of @highbankco_ will be available at happy hour prices.🍸

We’ll also be collecting unworn winter gear (hats, gloves, coats, etc.) to donate to @columbuscoalition. 🧤

🍻Holiday Happy Hour
📍Coleman’s Pointe, 67 S Civic Center Dr
🗓 Friday, December 9 / 5:30-8 pm
🚗 Convenient parking available af 55 E Rich St and 191 S Third St

Let us help you with your “what’s for dinner” dilemma TONIGHT (12/2): Stop by and say hi at the @commonthreadonthird Welcome Center, and spin to win $10 to a restaurant within walking distance while supplies last! We’ll be set up just around the corner from @columbuscommons Festive Friday (free hot chocolate + music!).

All of the Downtown holiday happenings have got us feeling awfully jolly. We’ve got your full holiday roundup up on our blog — it’s your go-to guide for holidays Downtown. (P.S. — this weekend’s looking particularly hoppin’.)

Ready to get in the ho-ho-holiday spirit? Join Mr. Claus himself for a FREE Santa Extravaganza at the Lazarus Building! While you’re here, kick start your holiday shopping at the Holiday Pearl Market on High Street between @theparableparable and First Financial, then make a stop at the Commons afterward for free hot chocolate and carousel rides from 5-9 pm.

P.S. — We’re just up the street from Winterfest happening at Bicentennial Park from 11-4 pm— make it a whole-day holiday affair! Details below ⬇️

🎅FREE Santa Extravaganza
🗓 Saturday, December 3, 1-5 pm
🎁 Face painting, balloon artists, letters to Santa, Secret Santa shipping and more
📍 Lazarus Galleria — 50 W Town St
🚗 Easy parking in Columbus Commons garage at 55 E Rich St

Getting a head start on your holiday shopping has never been more fun (or fashionable). Come out to @commonthreadshopsonthird on Thursday, December 1 for Fashion Night Out to keep showing that local love and support your local designers. And for a little extra gift, if you spend $50+ at a Common Thread shop, you’ll receive a $10 gift card to a local restaurant Downtown, with options including @dirtyfranks, @littlepalace, @thewalrus and more!

🧵Common Thread Fashion Night Out
📅Thursday, December 1, 6-9 pm
📍237-275 S Third St
🚗 Parking available at Columbus Commons Main Garage - 55 E Rich St. Rate $3 with validation, available with a store purchase.

Let it snow…and let it glow! @columbuscommons is now lit with a spectacular holiday light display daily from 5-11 pm through January 1.
Come down to the Commons for a holiday family outing or date night stroll 🎄

For extra cheer, stop by on Fridays in December (through 12/23) for free hot chocolate, carousel rides and music in the park!

More information is available at the link in our bio.

💡Columbus Commons Holiday Lights
📍160 S High St.
🚗 Parking available at 55 E Rich St.

Hello, snow❄️Although the warm weather seems to be gone for good, we can’t help but admire how beautiful Columbus looks covered in a little snow dust 😍

📸: @andyspessard