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Your Holiday Guide to Columbus

Holidays

Eat & DrinkThese 8 Holiday Bars in Columbus Go Way Harder Than They Need To

Discover the best holiday themed bars in Columbus and Central Ohio. From festive igloos to gothic Christmas pop-ups, here are the 8 holiday bars that go ...

SeasonalGuide to the Best Events to Check Out this December in Central Ohio

December is officially here – the one month where winter feels whimsical instead of just cold and inconvenient! ...

SeasonalThis Holiday Date Night in Columbus Is a Winter Lover’s Dream

This holiday-inspired itinerary in Columbus will take you off the beaten path, combining cozy vibes with unforgettable experiences. ...

SeasonalThe Top 10 Most Mesmerizing Holiday Light Displays in Central Ohio

There’s one magical thing that makes bundling up and braving the elements totally worth it – holiday lights. ...

EAT & DRINK

Eat & DrinkThis Dublin, Ohio Date Night Works Better in Freezing Weather than in Summer Sunshine…

Discover why this Dublin Ohio date night is actually better in winter. Ice skating at Riverside Park and dinner at The Pearl makes the cold weather worth ...

Food & Drink Guides6 Diners Perfect for a Rainy Morning in Central Ohio

Here are five diners in Central Ohio that’ll make you forget all about the weather outside. ...

Eat & DrinkIf Your Perfect Night is Whiskey, Snacks & Talking Trash Over Pac-Man, Noble Cut is Calling

Noble Cut is bringing the whiskey, bar bites, and pinball to the table… you just have to show up. And trust us, you won’t regret it.  ...

Eat & DrinkThe Wild Story Behind the Rise, Fall, and Comeback of Artisan Pizza Cafe in Columbus

Artisan Pizza Cafe Columbus nearly shut down after its oven died… until Dave Portnoy stepped in to save the beloved small business. Here’s the wild ...

UPCOMING EVENTS

  • Sporting Event
    Ohio State Buckeyes Womens Basketball vs. Northern Kentucky Norse

    Thu, Dec 11 • 6:30 pm

    Schottenstein Center • 555 Borror Dr Columbus, 43210

    Other

  • Live Music
    Robert Dove Quintet

    Fri, Dec 12 • 7:15 pm

    Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Ave Columbus, 43215

    Other

  • Live Music
    Such Sweet Thunder: Ellington Nutcracker Suite – Music Hall Stage

    Wed, Dec 10 • 7:30 pm

    Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Ave Columbus, 43212

    Other

  • Live Music
    Kip Moore

    Sat, Dec 13 • 7:00 pm

    Bluestone • 583 E Broad St, Columbus, 43215

    Other

  • Things to Do
    Grinch Drag Brunch + Ugly Sweater Contest

    Sun, Dec 14 • 2:00 pm

    Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219

    Other

  • Festivals
    WinterFest Columbus

    Sat, Dec 6 • 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

    The Scioto Mile • 233 S Civic Center Dr Columbus, 43215

    Other

  • Live Music
    Ariel Posen

    Sun, Dec 7 • 7:00 pm

    Woodlands Tavern • 1200 W 3rd Ave Columbus, 43212

    Other

  • Live Music
    Huntertones – Matinee – Music Hall Stage

    Sun, Dec 14 • 2:30 pm

    Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Ave Columbus, 43212

    Other

  • Live Music
    WNCI’s Acoustic Chrismukkah featuring AJR, The Orphan The Poet, Ray Jones

    Mon, Dec 8 • 6:00 pm

    Newport Music Hall • 1722 N High St Columbus, 43201

    Other

  • Nightlife Events
    Wildlights 2025

    Fri, Dec 5 +more dates • 5:00 pm

    Columbus Zoo and Aquarium • 4850 Powell Rd Powell, 43065

    Other

  • Theater
    SIX

    Tue, Dec 16 +more dates • 7:30 pm

    Palace Theatre • 34 West Broad St Columbus, 43215

    Other

  • Live Music
    PVRIS: White Noise 10 Year Anniversary Tour

    Tue, Dec 9 • 7:00 pm

    Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Ave Columbus, 43215

    Other

THINGS TO DO

Live MusicThis Insane Ohio Band is Playing a Show TWELVE HOURS LONG

We’re talking 215 Beatles tracks. Chronological order. One marathon performance. It’s not a concert; it’s an EVENT. ...

Live MusicThe Best Concerts Coming to Columbus and Central Ohio This December

Columbus is the place to be for music lovers this December. Grab your tickets and your coziest scarf... it’s time to end the year on a high note. Literally. ...

Seasonal9 Fun Things to Do with Friends and Family over Thanksgiving Weekend

Thanksgiving: the official kickoff to the holiday season and the unofficial beginning of “Why did I eat that much?” season. ...

MuseumsThere’s a Museum for Everything… but This One in Ohio Might Be the Strangest Yet

Discover the Pencil Sharpener Museum in Logan, Ohio, home to thousands of wild and quirky sharpeners. It’s tiny, weird, and honestly worth the stop. ...

Shopping GuidesHoliday Markets To Do All Your Christmas Shopping at in Central Ohio

You’ll find something for everyone – your hard-to-shop-for dad, your trendy best friend, even your uncle who claims to be “off the grid” but mysteriously ...

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