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- Zoombezi Bay
- Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks
- Columbus Museum of Art
- Marion Popcorn Festival
- Lithopolis Honeyfest
- Columbus Oktoberfest
- Ohio State vs. Oregon
- Luke Bryan Farm Tour
- Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival
- Eric Church
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium’s Zoombezi Baywater park has closed up shop for the season. Now the undead will take over with ZOMBIEzi Bay, featuring haunted houses, creepy rides and other horror-themed surprises starting Sept. 17. Zoombezi Bay, 4850 Powell Road, Delaware County; $28.99 all September dates (and Thursdays and Sundays in October); $32...
There are no tickets required and no long lines to navigate when enjoying one of central Ohio’s 19 metro parks. From Battelle Darby Creek to Highbanks and Sharon Woods, explore the outdoors before you have to wear a coat. Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks, www.metroparks.net Metro Park event roundup:Activities include s'mores, butterflies, t...
Through the end of September, BAM Thursdays — that stands for “Bar, Art, Music” — provide a feast for the senses: drinks, art and live music in the museum’s garden area from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursdays (except Sept. 23). Coming up are Ohio Plein Air painters and DJ Rarelife (Sept. 9); artist Andrea Myers and DJ Krate Digga (Sept. 16) and artist Bryan Mos...
If it’s the weekend after Labor Day, it’s time for the Marion Popcorn Festival. There will be popcorn aplenty to eat, but the main draw is the music, including, on Sept. 11, the rock band Great White. Rides for the kids, a parade and local entertainers add to the fun. Marion Popcorn Festival, downtown Marion; Sept. 9-11; free admission; www.popcorn...
If you’re hooked on honey, buzz over to Lithopolis on Sept. 10-11 for the annual festival, featuring honey tastings and bakeoffs, bee-related arts-and-crafts exhibitors and always-impressive “bee beards.” Lithopolis Honeyfest, downtown Lithopolis; Sept. 10-11; free; lithopolishoneyfest.com
From Sept. 10-12, the Ohio Expo Center will be the site of the annual extravaganza of German food, beer and numerous entertainers, including Tommy Schober, The Klaberheads and the Toledo Holzhacker Buam. Don’t miss the yodeling contest. Columbus Oktoberfest, Ohio Expo Center, Interstate 71 and East 17th Avenue; Sept. 10-12; free ($10 parking); www....
What Buckeye nut doesn’t love to wear 10 layers of clothing to a late-autumn game? For OSU fans who prefer more moderate temperatures, though, don’t miss the Buckeyes’ home opener against the Ducks at noon on Sept. 11. Ohio State vs. Oregon, Ohio Stadium, 411 Woody Hayes Drive; Sept. 11; tickets starting at $150; www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com
As part of his mission to turn Midwestern farms into performing venues one night at a time, the country star will make a stop at Miller Family Farmsin Baltimore on Sept. 17. Luke Bryan Farm Tour, Miller Family Farms, 8855 Millersport Road, Baltimore; Sept. 17; $56, or $70 at the gate; www.lukebryan.com
Soulful and swinging music will emanate from three stages in the Creekside Park and Plaza in Gahanna from Sept. 17-19. Acts include Nikki D & the Browns and Honey and Blue. While your toes are tapping and fingers snapping, your stomach will be full thanks to eats that include ribs, brats and sweets — not to mention beer, soda and cocktails. Creeksi...
The country-music performer will be the first musical act to perform in Nationwide Arena since March 2020. Fans won't want to miss his performance on Sept. 18. The outlaw country singer-songwriter will likely raise a little heck in the arena. Eric Church, Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd., Arena District; Sept. 18; $72 to $169; 614-246-2000...
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Sep 29, 2021 · Events, programs, concerts and more things to see and do in Columbus and Central Ohio during October.
Oct 28, 2021 · Check it out: COSI Announces a Marvel-ous New Superhero Exhibit Opening in November. A round up of concerts, events and more things to do this month in Columbus, including Dave Matthews Band, "Hadestown" and "Holiday Hoopla."
Columbus Events. In Columbus, it's easy to find an event to match your interests whether it's a concert that's here, a sporting event or a local festival. Find upcoming events of all types below. Event details may change unexpectedly.
Nov 13, 2023 · Explore All 10 Days of Kindness. From November 13 to November 22, we featured daily acts of kindness and activities that celebrate our shared humanity. Check out the resources and actions you can take to start a chain reaction of kindness!
Apr 9, 2021 · The exhibition has been extended until 7 August 2021, with reduced hourly admission to ensure additional space for each visitor. Tickets on sale now here. Stranger Than Kindness is a journey into the creative world of musician and storyteller Nick Cave.