60 upcoming events near Columbus — concerts, theater, markets, library programs and more. Free to browse; each links to the source.
Senior programs
June 6, 2026
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Rd, Delaware · Columbus, OH
SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Rd, Delaware
You can browse classic cars and support meals for older adults at this 55-plus enrichment center event.
Food festivals
June 6 to 7, 2026
Goodale Park · Columbus, OH
Goodale Park
You can spend a weekend in Goodale Park tasting tacos from dozens of local vendors plus music and drinks.
Tastings
June 6, 2026
McFerson Commons Park · Columbus, OH
McFerson Commons Park
You can sip from more than 30 wines, spritzers, and hard seltzers and browse an open-air market of local makers in the Arena District.
Lifelong learning
June 7, 2026
CAPA theatre, Columbus · Columbus, OH
CAPA theatre, Columbus
You can hear the longtime host of NPR's Wait Wait Don't Tell Me share stories and take questions live.
Theater & film
Through June 7, 2026
Short North Stage / CAPA · Columbus, OH
Short North Stage / CAPA
You can catch this Tony-winning musical comedy about an eccentric middle-school spelling bee.
Community & civic
June 8, 2026 to August 3, 2026
Gillie Cmty Ctr · Columbus, OH
Gillie Cmty Ctr
Please join us if you are interested in learning basic sign language skills. You will learn the alphabet, numbers and basic signs. Irene Cohen will be the instructor.
Pickleball & rec
June 8, 2026 to August 14, 2026
Gymnasium @ Linden Commuinty Center · Columbus, OH
Gymnasium @ Linden Commuinty Center
Adult Open Pickleball.
Senior programs
June 8, 2026 to August 3, 2026
Gillie Cmty Ctr · Columbus, OH
Gillie Cmty Ctr
Various games of bingo. Call the center for dates and times.
Classes & arts
June 8, 2026 to July 27, 2026
Scioto Southland Park · Columbus, OH
Scioto Southland Park
Please obtain a leisure card at the front desk and scan before each class. Get Ready to party on the pedals! Spin and Strength is a high-energy cycling class that combines intense cardio intervals with upper body strength training using light weights. Ride to the beat of motivating music, burn calories, and sculpt your arms and shoulders-all in one fun, full body workout. Suitable for all fitness levels, the class is designed to keep you moving, sweating and smiling.
Dance & fitness
June 8 to July 31, 2026
Columbus Recreation and Parks · Columbus, OH
Columbus Recreation and Parks
You can build strength in a low-impact senior fitness and toning class this summer.
Lifelong learning
June 8, 2026
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens · Columbus, OH
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
You can learn the basics of keeping bees in a beginner-friendly class at the Conservatory.
Community & civic
June 9, 2026 to August 11, 2026
Gillie Cmty Ctr · Columbus, OH
Gillie Cmty Ctr
Low impact exercises for those dealing with arthritic issues
Music & concerts
June 9, 2026
CAPA theatre, Columbus · Columbus, OH
CAPA theatre, Columbus
You can hear the legendary big-band sound of the Glenn Miller Orchestra in a live concert.
Community & civic
June 9, 2026 to August 11, 2026
Gillie Cmty Ctr · Columbus, OH
Gillie Cmty Ctr
Discussion on dealing with Alzheimer's patients
Theater & film
June 9 to 14, 2026
Ohio Theatre · Columbus, OH
Ohio Theatre
You can see the touring Broadway production of Water for Elephants at the Ohio Theatre.
Community & civic
June 9, 2026 to August 11, 2026
Gillie Cmty Ctr · Columbus, OH
Gillie Cmty Ctr
This is a team game where seated players roll balls as close to the target ball as possible. The team will the most balls nearest the target wins.
Community & civic
June 10, 2026 to August 12, 2026
Gillie Cmty Ctr · Columbus, OH
Gillie Cmty Ctr
learn the basic of ballet dancing
Community & civic
June 10, 2026 to August 12, 2026
Gillie Cmty Ctr · Columbus, OH
Gillie Cmty Ctr
Fun projects for the gifted habds
Community & civic
June 10, 2026 to August 12, 2026
Gillie Cmty Ctr · Columbus, OH
Gillie Cmty Ctr
card game
Dance & fitness
June 10 to July 29, 2026
Columbus Recreation and Parks · Columbus, OH
Columbus Recreation and Parks
You can ease into a gentle qigong and yin yoga class through the city rec department.
Classes & arts
June 11, 2026
Fran Ryan Ctr · Columbus, OH
Fran Ryan Ctr
Learn the basics of needle felting and make a three dimensional animal or creature. You'll practice shaping and sculpting wool roving with felting needles and attach small felted shapes into a 3-4" character that can be turned into an ornament if you like. We'll have bird and bunny shapes for spring, but you can make whatever kind of creature you like. $5 is due to the instructor at the beginning of the workshop to cover the cost of wool.
Community & civic
June 11, 2026 to August 6, 2026
Thompson Ceramics Room · Columbus, OH
Thompson Ceramics Room
Instructor permission.
Community & civic
June 11, 2026 to August 13, 2026
Gillie Cmty Ctr · Columbus, OH
Gillie Cmty Ctr
Low impact exercises for those dealing with arthritic issues
Community & civic
June 11, 2026 to August 13, 2026
Gillie Cmty Ctr · Columbus, OH
Gillie Cmty Ctr
This is a team game where seated payers roll balls as close to a target ball as possible. The team with th most balls nearest the target wins.
Community & civic
June 12, 2026 to August 21, 2026
Gillie Cmty Ctr · Columbus, OH
Gillie Cmty Ctr
Taking you back to days before Singers. Explore sewing techniques done manually, without the aid of a sewing machine. You will learn a variety of stitches that you can use for various purposes. Join Madeline Antoine for a few lessons.
Lifelong learning
June 12, 2026 to August 7, 2026
Gillie Cmty Ctr · Columbus, OH
Gillie Cmty Ctr
If you want to start line dancing, but have no experience, this is the class for you. We will learn basic elements like vines and box steps and do simple line dances to music. This 6-week class will prepare you for one of our other line dance classes.
Music & concerts
June 12 to 14, 2026
Columbus, OH
The Greater Columbus Arts Council brings 250-plus juried artists, live music, and food trucks to the downtown riverfront for a free June weekend.
Outdoors & nature
June 12, 2026
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens · Columbus, OH
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
You can join a guided walk to learn about hummingbirds and how to attract them.
Classes & arts
June 12 to 14, 2026
Downtown Columbus along the Scioto Mile · Columbus, OH
Downtown Columbus along the Scioto Mile
You can wander among 230 juried visual artists, four performing-arts stages, and artist demonstrations along the downtown riverfront.
Lifelong learning
June 12, 2026 to August 21, 2026
Gillie Cmty Ctr · Columbus, OH
Gillie Cmty Ctr
Learn the basics of the French language from the alphabet to simple conversations. Mademoiselle Madeline Antoine will be your instructor for this four-week class.
Music & concerts
June 13, 2026
6 to 10 p.m.
Columbus Commons · Columbus, OH
Columbus Commons
You can spread a blanket on the Commons lawn for Ledisi backed by the Columbus Symphony.
Tastings
June 16, 2026
6 to 8 p.m.
The Kitchen, 237 East Livingston Ave · Columbus, OH
The Kitchen, 237 East Livingston Ave
You can taste wines from Italy's Emilia-Romagna region in a guided evening session.
Dance & fitness
Through June 17, 2026
SourcePoint Enrichment Center, Delaware · Columbus, OH
SourcePoint Enrichment Center, Delaware
You can learn beginner-to-improver line dancing in a multi-week class for older adults.
Community & civic
June 19 to 20, 2026
Genoa Park · Columbus, OH
Genoa Park
You can join a family weekend of cultural performances, food, and community marking more than 25 years of Juneteenth in Ohio.
Music & concerts
June 19 to 21, 2026
Gahanna Creekside District · Columbus, OH
Gahanna Creekside District
You can catch a weekend of blues and jazz acts along the creek in Gahanna with food and drinks.
Theater & film
June 20, 2026
Ohio Theatre · Columbus, OH
Ohio Theatre
You can take a free behind-the-scenes tour of the historic Ohio Theatre as part of the CAPA Summer Movie Series.
Music & concerts
June 20, 2026
6 to 10 p.m.
Columbus Commons · Columbus, OH
Columbus Commons
You can hear Wyclef Jean perform with the Columbus Symphony under the stars at the Commons.
Classes & arts
June 20 to 21, 2026
Worthington Village Green · Columbus, OH
Worthington Village Green
You can browse fine art and craft booths from regional artists on the green in historic Worthington.
Classes & arts
June 23, 2026
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens · Columbus, OH
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
You can paint outdoors among the gardens in this guided plein air session.
Tastings
June 25, 2026
Wine on High Bar & Retail, Columbus · Columbus, OH
Wine on High Bar & Retail, Columbus
You can taste ten wines for $20 at this neighborhood wine bar tasting event.
Community & civic
June 26 to 28, 2026
Goodale Park · Columbus, OH
Goodale Park
You can enjoy the long-running Community Festival in Goodale Park with multiple music stages, local vendors, and a relaxed grassroots feel.
Community & civic
June 26 to 28, 2026
Fri noon to 11pm, Sat 10am to 11pm
Columbus, OH
The 54th Community Festival fills Goodale Park with local music, art, food, and activism over three days. Friday runs noon to 11pm and Saturday 10am to 11pm.
Music & concerts
June 27, 2026
6 to 10 p.m.
Columbus Commons · Columbus, OH
Columbus Commons
You can enjoy a Tom Petty tribute with full orchestra on the Commons lawn.
Lifelong learning
June 27, 2026
Fran Ryan Ctr · Columbus, OH
Fran Ryan Ctr
This class will introduce wood turning with a spindle project that utilizes a variety of basic chucks and basic turning techniques to make a heirloom quality, bespoke 4-bit screwdriver. Students will learn the basics of turning between centers, using 4-jaw chucks, and using drilling chuck. This is a relatively easy project that introduces foundational skills and emphasizes safety practices for future turning adventures. All supplies will be provided to participants.
Music & concerts
June 28, 2026
7 p.m.
Bicentennial Park Stage · Columbus, OH
Bicentennial Park Stage
You can enjoy a free outdoor performance by the Columbus Symphony Orchestra on the riverfront.
Senior programs
July 2, 2026
SourcePoint, Delaware · Columbus, OH
SourcePoint, Delaware
You can mark the nation's 250th birthday over lunch with entertainment at this 55-plus center.
Community & civic
July 3, 2026
Fireworks at 10pm
Columbus, OH
The biggest fireworks show in the Midwest lights up downtown, fired from the east bank of Genoa Park. The grand finale goes off at 10pm.
Outdoors & nature
Through July 5, 2026
Garden hours
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens · Columbus, OH
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
You can walk through a room of free-flying butterflies in this seasonal Conservatory exhibition.
Music & concerts
July 10, 2026
7 p.m.
Bicentennial Park Stage · Columbus, OH
Bicentennial Park Stage
You can catch blues and soul artist Ruthie Foster in a free downtown riverfront concert.
Lifelong learning
July 11 to 12, 2026
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Main Library · Columbus, OH
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Main Library
You can meet authors, sit in on panels, and browse books across a free weekend at the downtown Main Library.
Music & concerts
July 11, 2026
6 to 10 p.m.
Columbus Commons · Columbus, OH
Columbus Commons
You can catch indie band Guster with the Columbus Symphony in an outdoor evening concert.
Lifelong learning
July 13, 2026 to August 31, 2026
Priscilla R. Tyson Cultural Arts Ctr · Columbus, OH
Priscilla R. Tyson Cultural Arts Ctr
NO BEGINNERS, PLEASE | ATTENDANCE AT FIRST CLASS IS MANDATORY Each session will be devoted to creating finished books featuring a different binding style for each session. Samples for each of the bindings will be shown. Students will work primarily with sewn binding and will also experiment with non-adhesive bindings, altered books, surface design, transfers, collage and many other techniques. Occasional guest speakers will present specialty skills. An email letter will be sent to each regist...
Classes & arts
July 15, 2026 to September 2, 2026
Priscilla R. Tyson Cultural Arts Ctr · Columbus, OH
Priscilla R. Tyson Cultural Arts Ctr
Course Description: Anatomy and Figure Drawing is a course designed as a basic study of human anatomy and an introduction to figure drawing from the direct observation of the human form. In Part I of this course, we will study the human skeletal structure and how it influences the external appearance of the human figure. With our knowledge of the skeletal structure, we will draw directly from nude models. Basic drawing skills are encouraged for this course but not required. We will also discu...
Classes & arts
July 16, 2026 to September 3, 2026
Priscilla R. Tyson Cultural Arts Ctr · Columbus, OH
Priscilla R. Tyson Cultural Arts Ctr
This course introduces abstract painting as a process of exploration rather than representation. Working with color, line, shape, texture, and movement, students develop both technical skills and an individual visual approach. Over eight weeks, guided exercises build foundational skills in mark making, color relationships, and composition, supported by a consistent sketchbook practice for experimentation and reflection. Early sessions include discussion of historical and contemporary abstract...
Tastings
July 17, 2026
5:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens · Columbus, OH
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
You can sip sangria and explore the gardens after dark at this 21-plus summer event.
Music & concerts
July 18, 2026
6 to 10 p.m.
Columbus Commons · Columbus, OH
Columbus Commons
You can hear LeAnn Rimes perform with the symphony on the Commons lawn.
Outdoors & nature
July 23, 2026
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens · Columbus, OH
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
You can learn to identify edible and useful plants on a guided foraging walk.
Food festivals
July 24 to 26, 2026
11am to 10pm
Columbus, OH
A free riverfront weekend of live jazz and barbecue at West Bank and Bicentennial Park, running 11am to 10pm each day.
Food festivals
July 24 to 26, 2026
Scioto Mile, West Bank Park and Bicentennial Park · Columbus, OH
Scioto Mile, West Bank Park and Bicentennial Park
You can pair national jazz artists like Keiko Matsui and Jeffrey Osborne with championship barbecue along the downtown riverfront, all free to attend.
Food festivals
July 29 to August 9, 2026
Ohio State Fairgrounds · Columbus, OH
Ohio State Fairgrounds
You can take in concerts, fair food, agriculture exhibits, and rides across nearly two weeks at the state fairgrounds.
