Things to do in Columbus

Columbus, Ohio's capital, is about two hours south of Toledo, home to the Columbus Zoo and COSI. Browse family-friendly events and things to do with kids in Columbus, Ohio.

Fri, Jun 26

Pickle Palooza Food and Drink Fest

Pickle-themed food fest with vendors and community fun for all ages.

7:00 PM Dadeville Dr, Columbus, OH 43081, United States of America, Columbus

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Jun 26

Campfire at Moxy

Campfire gathering at Moxy—outdoor community fun for families.

7:00 PM North High Street, Columbus, OH 43215, United States of America, Columbus

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Jun 26

Breakaway Minnesota 2026 Official After Party ft. Avello

Breakaway Minnesota 2026 Official After Party ft. Avello at Forum Columbus

10:00 PM Forum Columbus, Columbus

13–18 yrs

Fri, Jun 26

Gelli Plate Printing Workshop

Hands-on gelli plate printing workshop at local studio—creative art fun.

Studio at 10 Oakland Park, Columbus

5–18 yrsIndoor

Fri, Jun 26

ComFest

Goodale Park festival celebrating art, music, and community.

Goodale Park, Columbus

Free0–18 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Jun 26

Concrete Trays Workshop

DIY concrete trays workshop at Studio 614—hands-on craft making.

Studio 614, Columbus

5–18 yrsIndoor

Fri, Jun 26

Hitchcock's Family Plot (1976)

Hitchcock's classic thriller film screening.

Columbus

8–18 yrsIndoor

Fri, Jun 26

NWSL Challenge Cup – Gotham FC vs. KC Current

Women's pro soccer spectator match at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field.

ScottsMiracle-Gro Field, Columbus

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Jun 26

Not Your Mama’s Little Golden Hour Market Summer Night Market Series

Summer night market series in Columbus with vendors, crafts & live entertainment.

7:00 PM Grandview Crossing Way, Columbus, OH 43215, United States of America, Columbus

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Jun 26

Her Wurk In Faith: Bible Cover Decorating!

Bible cover decorating craft—fun faith-based family activity in Columbus.

7:00 PM North 4th Street, Columbus, OH 43201, United States of America, Columbus

5–13 yrsIndoor

Fri, Jun 26

Free Family Movie Night- Zootopia 2

Free outdoor family movie night showing Zootopia 2 at Columbus Commons.

7:00 PM Columbus Commons, Columbus

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Jun 26

FREE Popcorn Pops: Peter and the Wolf

Free outdoor concert featuring Peter and the Wolf—popcorn included!

5:30 PM Columbus Commons, Columbus

2–10 yrsOutdoor

Fri, Jun 26

Arts Immersion Program Showcase 2026

Student artists showcase their work at Shadowbox Live.

Shadowbox Live, Columbus

8–18 yrsIndoor

Fri, Jun 26

Adventure Nights

Evening adventure event at Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Columbus

0–18 yrs

Fri, Jun 26

Matt Maeson

Matt Maeson at Newport Music Hall

8:00 PM Newport Music Hall, Columbus

13–18 yrs