If you want to feel special (and eat some of the best Italian food in Columbus), head to Speck Italian Eatery downtown. From handmade pasta to unforgettable service, this spot delivers a dining experience you’ll never forget.
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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.
Experience The Harvest Blooms at Franklin Park Conservatory
Celebrate fall at Harvest Blooms Franklin Park Conservatory with thousands of pumpkins, mums, and pumpkin houses. This is a MUST-SEE Columbus tradition.
Under the Floorboards: Columbus’ Newest Speakeasy is Hiding Beneath Forno
Discover The Marmont, the hidden speakeasy beneath Forno in Columbus’ Short North. Cocktails, glamor, and a cinematic vibe await you!
Special Events and Programs at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Discover upcoming events at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium — from lantern festivals to Wildlights, Boo at the Zoo, tea parties, and more!
Guide to The Best Family-Owned Ice Cream Shops in Columbus and Central Ohio
Craving a scoop with some heart behind it? These family owned ice cream shops in Columbus Ohio are serving up creamy, homemade goodness that rivals the big names. From soft serve in Delaware to gelato flown in from Italy, these spots are the real local legends.
This New Sport in Hocking Hills Is Like Golf, Mini Golf, and Croquet Had a Baby
Park Golf is a brand-new sport blending golf, mini golf, and croquet, and you can now play it in Hocking Hills at just the second course of its kind in the U.S.!
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!
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.
Forget Dinner and a Movie: This Columbus Date Idea is Anything But Cliché
Ditch the cliché, this unique date night in Columbus pairs rule-breaking fine dining with a hands-on pottery class that’s anything but forgettable.
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 Columbus Date Idea Is Somehow Both Cute and Chaotic
Looking for a fun and unique Columbus date idea? Take on the Thurmanator Challenge at Thurman’s Café where the loser buys dessert!
The 7 Best Romantic Spots in Columbus That Aren’t a Candlelit Dinner
Tired of the usual dinner dates? Discover the best romantic spots in Columbus for couples who hate sitting still.
6 Incredible Columbus Bands and Artists That Should Be Way More Popular Than They Are
If you’re looking to dive into the Columbus music scene, these are the bands and musicians you need to check out!
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.
An Out of Body Experience Like Never Before: Watch Pablo Picasso Paint a Masterpiece in Real Time
Imagine standing just a few feet away as Pablo Picasso breathes life into one of his masterpieces. That’s what you’ll get at the Cleveland Museum of Art’s Picasso and Paper exhibition.
This Epic Beer-Themed Staycation Outside Columbus is Giving Adult College
BrewDog’s DogHouse Hotel in Columbus is the cozy holiday date night you never knew you needed.
The Cutest Italian Restaurant in Columbus is Hidden in a Back Alley
If you’re strolling through Victorian Village, you might just walk past one of the most charming Italian restaurants in the city without knowing it.
This Adorable Central Ohio Movie Theater has Cereal Flavored Popcorn…
If you thought movie theater snacks started and ended with popcorn and candy, this theater will prove you deliciously wrong.
The Perfect Fall Date in Central Ohio: Train Rides, Romantic Cabins, and Cozy Hikes
Picture this: autumn air, vibrant leaves blanketing the landscape, and the gentle rumble of a train as it winds through the Appalachian foothills.
