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Top 5 Biggest Festivals Happening This Summer in Columbus & Central Ohio
Discover the best summer festivals still to come in Columbus, Ohio in 2025, from the iconic Jazz & Rib Fest to the Ohio State Fair and Dublin Irish Festival. Mark your calendars and don’t miss these can’t-miss events happening across the city.
Columbus Comedy Festival Is Back: It’s Bigger, Funnier, and More Star-Studded Than Before
The Columbus Comedy Festival is back for 2025 with headliners like Pauly Shore, Mo Welch, and The Second City. Here’s everything you need to know about this must-see comedy event.
CAPA Just Dropped Their Summer Movie Series Lineup — And It’s INSANE.
Catch classic films for just $6 at the stunning Ohio Theatre during CAPA’s 2025 Summer Movie Series! Here’s the full schedule, plus why this is one of the most unique and affordable movie nights in Columbus.
Your Ultimate Guide to Fireworks in Central Ohio and Beyond
Looking for the best fireworks in Columbus and Central Ohio this summer? From Red, White & BOOM! to small-town celebrations, here’s your complete 2025 guide to July 4th fireworks shows, times, and locations.
Guide to the Biggest June Concerts in Central Ohio
Looking for the biggest concerts in Columbus and Central Ohio this June? From stadium tours to intimate shows, we’ve got your ultimate live music guide for June 2025.
Discover the Best Outdoor Dining Spots in Columbus Ohio
Soak up the sun and the skyline with the best outdoor dining in Columbus, Ohio. From rooftop bars to cozy patios, here’s where to eat outside in style this season.
Exploring Columbus Ohio at Night: Must-Visit Spots for Every Night Owl
Discover the best things to do in Columbus Ohio at night, from lively bars in the Short North to cozy taverns in German Village. Your ultimate nightlife guide awaits.
The Most Secretive (and Coolest) Speakeasies in Columbus Ohio
We’ll let you in on a little secret… this actually is a list of speakeasies (or, at least, speakeasy-adjacent bars) in the 614.
Sunset Sips: 15+ Must-Visit Rooftop Bars in Columbus Ohio
This summer, our goal is to get outside and STAY outside as much as possible – especially if it’s on a rooftop patio!
The Columbus Commons Just Announced Their Outdoor Summer Music Lineup — Spoiler Alert: It’s LEGIT.
Get ready for an epic summer in downtown Columbus! The Columbus Commons just announced their 2025 outdoor concert lineup featuring Nelly, Rick Ross with the Columbus Symphony, Shadowbox Live, and more.
The 20 Biggest and Best Concerts Coming to Central Ohio This May
Discover the top concerts hitting Central Ohio this May 2025 — from rock legends to rising stars. Plan your month with our curated list of must-see live music events across Columbus and beyond.
Cheap Bars in Columbus: 5 Legendary Spots to Drink on a Budget
Looking for the best cheap drinks in Columbus, Ohio? Here’s your guide to the top 5 bars and hidden gems where you can get drunk without draining your bank account.
They’re Turning the ’Shoe Into a Golf Course — And You Can Play It This Weekend
Upper Deck Golf is bringing a one-of-a-kind golfing experience to Ohio Stadium from April 24-26. Play golf inside the Shoe, hang at the clubhouse, and create a bucket-list memory in Columbus!
Stand-Up Speakeasies: Inside the Secret Comedy Series Taking Over Columbus & Central Ohio
Discover the secret comedy shows turning Columbus into a stand-up hotspot. Don’t Tell Comedy is your new favorite speakeasy-style night out.
18 Incredible Concerts Coming to Columbus and Central Ohio This April
From Mary J. Blige to Harry Potter in Concert, here are 18 can’t-miss concerts coming to Columbus and Central Ohio this April. Your spring playlist just came to life.
From Church to Concert Hall: How The Bluestone Became Columbus’ Coolest Music Venue
Photo courtesy of The Bluestone There are cool concert venues, and then there’s The Bluestone, a 130-year-old church turned music hall that might just be the most stunning place to see a show in Columbus. Originally built in 1898 as the First Baptist Church, this...
25+ Can’t-Miss Concerts Coming to Columbus and Central Ohio This March
March in Columbus is serving up a concert lineup so diverse it feels like someone threw darts at a genre wheel. And honestly, we’re not mad about it!
This Concert in Columbus Is the Most Unique Live Event You’ll Ever See
The Mario Kart Band in Columbus is turning concerts into high-speed, live-music-fueled racing events.
This Historic Columbus Bar Was Once Home to Underground Prizefighting… Now It’s Serving Knockout Burgers
Ringside Cafe in Columbus isn’t just one of the city’s oldest bars… It serves up legendary 1.5 lb burgers along with a creepy history.
This Columbus Laundromat Doubles as the Wildest Music Venue in the City
Dirty Dungarees in Columbus is NOT your average laundromat. We’re talking spin cycles with a side of beer and an extra serving of mosh pits.