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Mirror Windows and Underground Lairs: The 5 Wildest Airbnbs Near Columbus You’ll Talk About For Months

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Fun Things To Do in Columbus Ohio

Whether you’re a history buff, sports fan, or foodie, Columbus has activities galore for you and your family. Experience Script Ohio in person, lose yourself in The Book Loft, or learn at the Ohio History Center. No matter why you’re in town, our city is full of endless activities for those of all ages.

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EVENT GUIDES

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From art shows to food festivals to live music, Columbus keeps its tourists—and natives—busy. Learn what’s going on in Cap City next week by checking out these event guides!

You Can Throw Real Tomatoes at Comedians During The WILDEST Comedy Show in Columbus

If you’ve ever wanted to heckle a comedian legally, this one’s for you. BOMBED is an all-new interactive crowd work comedy show hitting The Attic Comedy ...

20+ Incredible Concerts Coming to Columbus and Central Ohio This November

With Paul McCartney, the Jonas Brothers, and even Joe Bonamassa coming to town, November's live music lineup this November is absolutely star studded. ...

30 Can’t-Miss Things to Do and See in Columbus and Central Ohio This November

Whether you're looking to see Paul McCartney tear up the stage or soak up the magic of Wildlights at the Columbus Zoo, there's so much to do this November ...

Guide to Theater Shows This Month & Beyond in Central OH

Here's a guide to upcoming theater shows in Columbus and Central OH this month and beyond. Bravo! Or should we say, brava! ...

Guide to 70+ of the Best Things to Do in Columbus and Central Ohio this October

October in Columbus means one thing: you’re either embracing all things spooky or trying to squeeze in every outdoor activity. ...

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Manmade to natural, Columbus has no shortage of places to see. Visit one of our local museums, theaters, parks, or music venues to feel like a real Columbusite. Visit The Ohio State University (O-H!), Polaris Fashion Place, the Scioto Mile, and everywhere in between. You’ll get a real taste for Columbus, and you might just want to return.

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Whether you’re stuck in the past or simply have a special interest, Columbus’s many museums are ideal for rainy days. Fun—or not so fun—fact: over 1/3 of the days each year here include precipitation!

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Into sports, food, music, or comedy? You won’t want to miss any of these events coming down the pike!

  • Exhibit
    Tacita Dean: Blind Folly

    Thu, Nov 13 - Fri, Dec 12 • All Day

    Columbus Museum of Art • 480 East Broad Street Columbus, 43215

    Other

  • Things to Do
    Bike to the Bison!

    Thu, Nov 13 • 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

    Battelle Darby Creek • 1775 Darby Creek Drive Galloway, OH 43119

    Other

  • Things to Do
    Pumpkin Pie Iron Cooking

    Thu, Nov 13 • 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

    Scioto Grove • 5172 Jackson Pike Grove City, OH 43123

    Other

  • Live Music
    Sammy Virji – North America Tour Part Two

    Thu, Nov 13 • 6:00 pm

    Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Ave Columbus, 43215

    Other

  • Sporting Event
    Ohio State Buckeyes Womens Basketball vs. Bellarmine University Knights

    Thu, Nov 13 • 6:30 pm

    Schottenstein Center • 555 Borror Dr Columbus, 43210

    Other

  • Nightlife Events
    COSI After Dark: Mythology

    Thu, Nov 13 • 6:30 pm

    COSI – Center of Science and Industry • 333 West Broad St. Columbus, 43215

    Other

  • Things to Do
    Exhibition on Screen - Leonardo: The Works

    Thu, Nov 13 • 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

    Columbus Museum of Art • 480 East Broad Street Columbus, 43215

    Other

  • Comedy Events
    Randy Feltface

    Thu, Nov 13 • 7:00 pm

    Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219

    Other

  • Live Music
    Collin Raye with special guest SJ McDonald

    Thu, Nov 13 • 7:30 pm

    Southern Theater • 21 E Main St Columbus, 43215

    Other

  • Comedy Events
    Chelcie Lynn: The Loose Lips Tour

    Thu, Nov 13 • 7:30 pm

    Riffe Center • 77 S High St Columbus, 43215

    Other

  • Sporting Event
    Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Edmonton Oilers

    Thu, Nov 13 • 7:30 pm

    Nationwide Arena • 200 W Nationwide Blvd Columbus, 43215

    Other

  • Nightlife Events
    Grace Helbig: Let Me Get This Off My Chest

    Thu, Nov 13 • 7:30 pm

    Lincoln Theatre • 769 E Long St Columbus, 43203

    Other

GUIDES

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Oh, do you want all the nitty gritty details about our city? These guides are the perfect reading material for you. From accessibility to affordability, we’re covering everything you need to know to enjoy Columbus to the fullest.

A Heartfelt Farewell to The Rambling House: Columbus’ Most Beloved Intimate Music Venue

A heartfelt tribute to The Rambling House, Columbus’ most beloved intimate music venue. From open mics to unforgettable shows, here’s why this space ...

This Ohio Pumpkin Farm Was Just Named the #1 Pumpkin Patch in the Entire Country by USA Today

Lehner’s Pumpkin Farm in Radnor, Ohio just won the #1 spot on USA Today’s 10Best Pumpkin Patches in the country! After seeing what this place offers, ...

The 4 Best Streets in Columbus that Go All In for Halloween

These Columbus neighborhoods don’t just decorate for Halloween — they transform. From Upper Arlington to Olde Towne East, here are the best streets ...

They Turned This World-Famous Maximum Security Prison in Ohio Into a Haunted House Straight Out of a Nightmare

Step inside the REAL Shawshank Prison. The Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield transformed into Blood Prison — one of Ohio’s scariest haunted houses. ...

This October, You’re Part of the Story in Columbus’ Immersive (and Spooky) Wizard of Oz Experience

This Halloween season, the Columbus Children’s Theatre has taken over an office building and transformed it into something truly wild: In The Land of ...

FAMILY FRIENDLY

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Are you visiting with your kids or trying to Step Out more with your family this year? These family friendly activities in Columbus, Ohio offer something for everyone! Family style dining, mini golf, science adventures, and more are all around the corner.

12 Fall Ice Cream Flavors in Columbus You Need To Try Before They’re Gone

Craving fall flavors? Try these limited-time ice creams in Columbus and Central Ohio — from pumpkin pie to caramel apple crumble — before they’re ...

The Ultimate Columbus Fall Bucket List

Here are some absolute must-do activities to add to your Columbus bucket list this Fall. Happy Autumn, everybody! ...

5 Places to Get Homemade Apple Cider Donuts in Central OH

The well-loved apple cider donuts have officially made their debut! Here's 5 places to find homemade apple cider donuts. ...

The 5 CRAZIEST Corn Maze Designs in Central Ohio

From Ryan Day to Marty McFly, these are the 5 craziest corn maze designs in Central Ohio you need to see this fall. ...

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