Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Columbus? Try out one of these family-friendly Columbus and Ohio–based events and activities!
Local farms are gearing up for Fall Festivals and activities! Start your planning by checking out these posts:
- 6 Farms Where You Can Pick Your Own Apples
- A Complete List of Pumpkin Patches and Fall Festivals Near Central Ohio
- Get Lost in One of these Corn Mazes in Central Ohio
- The Best Places to See Fall Colors in Columbus, Ohio and Beyond
Family-Friendly Things to do in Columbus, Ohio This Weekend:
These events are in chronological order. Ongoing events are listed first. If an event happens multiple times during a weekend, it will be listed in the order of its first occurrence, so make sure to read through the whole list! Have a great weekend!
1. Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival
From July 31 – October 5, the Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival will take place on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM. Asian lanterns will highlight wildlife scenes throughout the zoo. Tickets are available online.
2. Thank Local Veterans with Operation Thank You and Seeds of Caring
Calling all kind kids! In this do-anywhere project from Seeds of Caring, kids 2-12 will explore the meaning of respect and the many ways we can show it through age-appropriate discussion and a hands-on activity. Then, helping hands will decorate paper grocery bags for veterans supported by the Military and Service Heroes’ food pantry. Participate any time through Oct. 26!
3. Delaware County Fair
The Delaware County Fair runs September 13th – 20th and includes rides, motorsports events, harness racing, exhibitors, animal shows, crafts, live performances, contests, food and more!
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Leeds Farm features fall family fun on the farm! We have enough farm and fun activities to keep your family moving all day, including the brand new Low Ropes Challenge Course, Pumpkin Express, Tree House, hayrides, feeding farm animals, Pumpkin Plunge slide, two Pumpkin Jumps, John Deere Combine Slide, Mountain Slides, Zip Lines, Rolling Tubes, Straw Forts, Pig Races, Pedal Carts, Trike Track, Tractor Tire Tower, pumpkins galore, and more!
- Admission includes all activities except the Big Zip.
- Save $4 on each General Admission ticket by pre-purchasing tickets online instead of at the farm gate.
- The early season rate for general admission tickets is in effect through Sept. 28. Visit soon and save $4 per pass!
- Group Rate Discount: When 10+ General Admission passes are purchased at the same time, you receive a $2 discount per ticket.
Visit www.LeedsFarm.com for details and to purchase tickets…