Things to do in Columbus

Columbus, Ohio's capital, is about two hours south of Toledo, home to the Columbus Zoo and COSI. Browse family-friendly events and things to do with kids in Columbus, Ohio.

Tue, Jun 30

Columbus Clippers vs. Louisville Bats

Columbus Clippers vs. Louisville Bats at Huntington Park

7:05 PM Huntington Park, Columbus

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Tue, Jun 30

Louisville Bats at Columbus Clippers

Louisville Bats at Columbus Clippers at Huntington Park

7:05 PM Huntington Park, Columbus

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Tue, Jun 30

THE BRITISH INVASION in GRANDVIEW HEIGHTS, OH, for "MUSIC ON THE LAWN" CONCERT at the MAIN LIBRARY

Free outdoor concert at Grandview Heights Library—fun family evening.

7:00 PM Grandview Heights Public Library, Columbus

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Tue, Jun 30

Taco Tuesday

Taco Tuesday at Columbus Commons—casual food gathering for families.

11:00 AM Columbus Commons, Columbus

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Tue, Jun 30

Free Play

Open play time at Columbus Commons for kids to run and explore.

11:00 AM Columbus Commons, Columbus

0–18 yrsOutdoor

Tue, Jun 30

Bingo Night

Family bingo night at Chick-fil-A Clintonville with food and fun.

Chick-fil-A Clintonville, Columbus

0–18 yrsIndoor

Wed, Jul 1

Stand By Me (1986)

Classic coming-of-age film Stand By Me screening at CAPA.

Columbus

8–18 yrsIndoor

Wed, Jul 1

Grab Your Slice of History

Food and history celebration at Ohio History Connection.

2:00 PM Columbus

Free0–18 yrsIndoor

Wed, Jul 1

2026 U.S. Senior Open - Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Watch professional golf at the U.S. Senior Open at Scioto Country Club.

7:00 AM Scioto County Club, Columbus

0–18 yrsOutdoor