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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!
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.
The 8 Best Places for a Fall Drive in Columbus: Where to Enjoy Jaw-Dropping Fall Colors
From riverside routes to winding byways, here are the best roads to experience autumn’s splendor.
You Can Shoot Apples at a School Bus with this Ohio Farm’s Apple Cannon
Blast apples at targets like a school bus this fall at Lynd Fruit Farm in Pataskala, Ohio. The Apple Cannons are open Fridays–Sundays and start at just $5 per bucket!
Locked in a Cemetery at Night: Only on this INSANE Columbus Ghost Tour
Discover the spooky side of Columbus with Columbus Ghost Tours. From haunted bars to being locked inside Green Lawn Cemetery at night, these tours mix real history, chills, and laughs you’ll never forget.
Buried Secrets: The Hidden Cemeteries Inside Columbus Metro Parks
Discover the hidden cemeteries inside Columbus Metro Parks, from historic Quarry Trails graves to haunted Battelle Darby Creek.
Everything You Need to Know About The State Fair In Columbus Ohio
Plan your visit to the 2025 Ohio State Fair in Columbus Ohio with tips on food, rides, parking, what to bring, what to wear, and more.
Finding This Speakeasy Wasn’t Hard. Trying to Escape It Was.
The worst part about this experience is that I really want to tell you all the cool stuff that happens inside the speakeasy… but I physically can’t. Not because I signed an NDA, but because spoiling it would be a crime against fun itself.
You Can Walk a High Wire 105 Feet Above the Ground at this Columbus Metro Park
You can climb a cliffside, cross a tightrope 105 feet in the air, and live out your dreams of being an action hero all for free at Quarry Trails Metro Park in Columbus. Here’s how to try the via ferrata adventure.
The Top 5 Most Fun Playgrounds in Columbus & Central Ohio
Discover the 5 best playgrounds in Columbus, Ohio, handpicked by a 2-year-old and her slide-loving uncle. These kid-friendly parks are perfect for fun, free outdoor adventures in Central Ohio.
This Might Be the Most Beautiful Place in Ohio (Just an Hour from Columbus)
Discover why Conkle’s Hollow State Nature Preserve might be the most beautiful hike in Ohio, with gorge views, waterfalls, and stomach-turning cliffs.
Your Guide to the Columbus Ohio State Fair: What to Expect This Year
Everything you need to know about the 2025 Columbus Ohio State Fair — dates, tickets, food, concerts, parking, and so much more.
This Former PGA-Worthy Golf Course Near Columbus is Now a Hidden Gem Nature Preserve
Just south of Columbus, the former Cooks Creek Golf Club has been reborn as a stunning nature sanctuary with rivers, wetlands, and scenic trails. Discover this hidden gem for hiking, birdwatching, and outdoor exploration.
12 Cheap and Family Friendly Things To Do in Columbus and Central Ohio This May
Looking for fun, affordable family-friendly spring activities in Columbus and Central Ohio? Here are 10 ideas to keep the kids (and you) entertained.
20+ Weird and Wonderful Spring Festivals You Didn’t Know Existed in Ohio
From Viking battles to dandelion wine, Ohio is home to some of the weirdest and most wonderful spring festivals. Check out this guide to unique events you won’t want to miss!
The Top 5 Spiciest Dishes I’ve Tried in Columbus (And Lived to Tell the Tale)
If there’s one thing I’ve learned from my culinary adventures in Columbus, it’s that this city has no shortage of spicy dishes that bring the heat.
The Ultimate Guide to Play Cafes and Indoor Playgrounds in Central Ohio
Looking for the best indoor playgrounds and play cafes in Columbus? Check out our ultimate guide to kid-friendly spots for play, learning, and fun all year round!
Ultimate Guide to the Best Winter Hiking Spots in Central Ohio
If you’re a hiker or you’ve been looking to find new ways to stay active this winter, these are THE BEST spots for winter hikes throughout Columbus and the surrounding areas.
The Best View of Columbus is Hidden at this Metro Park
If you’re looking for the best hidden view of Columbus that no one knows about, Scioto Grove Metro Park has a spot you won’t want to miss.
The Ultimate Guide to Outdoor Winter Fun in Central Ohio
From skiing and sledding to ice skating and hockey, this year’s top spots are Mad River Mountain, Battelle Darby Creek, and Land-Grant’s Wintergarden.