Guide to Family Friendly Events Happening This Month in Columbus & Central OH

SWEET HEAT & CINNAMON SWIRLS: May at Borgata Pizza Cafe!

Wed, May 20 +more dates • All Day

Borgata Pizza Cafe • 2285 West Dublin-Granville Road Worthington, 43085

Other

Columbus foodies, grab your napkins because Borgata Pizza Cafe just dropped their new Pizza and Cannoli of the Month, and it is a literal masterclass in ...

Free Play

Thu, May 21 +more dates • 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Columbus Commons • 160 South High Street Columbus, 43215

Other

Come Downtown and take a free spin on the Carousel, play under the parachute, build with our Imagination Playground big blue blocks, kick a soccer ...

Utica Ice Cream Festival

Sat, May 23 - Mon, May 25 • 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Other

The countdown is on for the 50th Anniversary of the Utica Ice Cream Festival, taking place Memorial Day weekend, May 23–25, 2026, in Utica. As one of ...

Family Fun Day

Sat, May 23 • 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Columbus Commons • 160 South High Street Columbus, 43215

Other

An afternoon of free family fun including unique activities facilitated by community partners. Happening during Commons for Kids this week:
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Full Moon Concert – Concert by Ohio’s premier Tom Petty tribute band!

Sat, May 23 • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Boardman Arts Park • 154 West William Street Delaware, 43015

Other

Grab a chair, bring your friends, and sing along to the legendary hits of Tom Petty! This high-energy tribute show recreate the magic of the Heartbreakers ...

Commons for Kids – Animal Day

Fri, Jun 5 • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Columbus Commons • 160 South High Street Columbus, 43215

Other

Friday’s starting June 5 through August 14* join us at Columbus Commons for free kid–friendly fun including unique activities facilitated by community ...

Parent Network of WNY’s 1st Annual Bowling Fundraiser

Fri, Jun 5 • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Abbott Lanes • 1840 Abbott Road Lackawanna , NY 14218

South Towns

Join us for a fun-filled evening of strikes, spares, and smiles at Abbott Lanes! Your ticket includes 3 games of bowling, shoe rental, a slice of pizza, ...

Commons for Kids – Environmental Day

Fri, Jun 12 • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Columbus Commons • 160 South High Street Columbus, 43215

Other

Friday’s starting June 5 through August 14* join us at Columbus Commons for free kid–friendly fun including unique activities facilitated by community ...

Columbus Bonsai Society Annual Show 2026

Sat, Jun 13 - Sun, Jun 14 • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Franklin County Fairgrounds- Ganyard Building • 5031 Northwest Pkwy Hilliard, Oh 43026

Other

ANNUAL BONSAI EVENT SHOWCASES MULTIPLE JAPANSES ARTFORMS The fascination of miniature trees will be celebrated when the Columbus Bonsai Society presents ...

SUMMER FUN DAY!!

Sun, Jun 14 • 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

BrewDog Brewery & Taproom • 96 Gender Road Canal Winchester, 43110

Other

Join us this summer at Brewdog Dogtap for a vibrant and lively craft market, where creativity meets fun!!!!!   Discover a curated selection ...

Commons for Kids – Celebrate Summer

Fri, Jun 26 • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Columbus Commons • 160 South High Street Columbus, 43215

Other

Friday’s starting June 5 through August 14* join us at Columbus Commons for free kid–friendly fun including unique activities facilitated by community ...

Animal Lovers Day

Sun, Jul 26 • 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

BrewDog Brewery & Taproom • 96 Gender Road Canal Winchester, 43110

Other

Come out and bring all the adorable people/animal friendly doggies, plus any other pets you would like . We are excited to meet all your friendly furry ...