Guide to the Month of June

School is out for the summer! Have you made your bucket list yet? It’s the first official month of summer fun and we have got you covered with our guide to the month of June. The warm weather is here to stay and so are the good times! Whether your kids are young or grown, there are so many summer events to do this month!

Be sure to check out our summer posts for ideas:

• Free and Cheap Summer Events 
• Splash Pads
• Strawberry Picking
• Farmers’ Markets
• Summer Camps Guide
• Movies Under the Stars

In addition, use our Family Directory to help you find what you are looking for. There are a lot of parks under Playground Finder for your summer enjoyment! As always, information and pricing are subject to change. Before heading out, confirm with each business or organization directly that the details are up-to-date.

June 1-2

The Month of June: Enjoy the Open House at Schnormeier Gardens. The Gardens will be open every Thursday through Sunday in June 2024. Advance online reservations are REQUIRED for entry and may be made for 10:00 a.m. or 1:00 pm. The admission fee is $50 per vehicle, which includes all occupants.

June 1: Motivation at the Station: 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | A full-body functional strength training class followed by a challenging yet relaxing vinyasa yoga. June and July classes by Mat Happy Yoga and August and September classes by Alive MVMP.

June 1: Worthington Farmers Market: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Voted best market in the U.S.!

June 1: Home Depot Kids Workshop Day: 9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. | Make a grill gift card box at a Home Depot near you just in time for Father’s Day!

June 1: Waffle Bar at Coffee Connections of Hilliard: Waffle Bar is back at Coffee Connections of Hilliard on Saturday from 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM. For $5 you can get 2 waffle squares and unlimited toppings from the toppings bar. For $10 you can get a waffle and a large latte.

June 1: Uptown Westerville Saturday Market: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Get your fresh produce at the Saturday market!

June 1: Powell Farmers’ Market: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Come out and shop local!

June 1: Summer Reading Kickoff Party at Marsyville Public Library:10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Kick off the Summer Reading Program with bounce houses, face painting, snow cones and more at the Marysville Public Library.

June 1: Columbus Chicken and Beer Festival: Noon at Dodge Park | Chicken + Beer + Music. Is there a better combination? Featuring some of Columbus’ tastiest chicken focused dishes, great beer, interactive games, and local bands providing the soundtrack to it all.

June 1: Outdoor Adventures at Infirmary Mound Park: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Take a trip to Granville to try out kayaking, canoeing, zip-lining, rock climbing, archery, crafts and more! All activities are free and there will be food trucks on site.

June 1: Farm Animal Event at Whetstone Library: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Visit with farm animals at the Whetstone Library.

June 1: Gallery Hop: Columbus’s favorite day of the month to shop art exhibitions and local promotions.

June 1-2: Newark Strawberry Festival: Saturday and Sunday beginning at 11:00 a.m. each day, enjoy entertainment, food, rides, games and Strawberry Shortcakes at the Newark Strawberry Festival!

June 2: Community Day at the Franklin Park Conservatory | Free admission on the 1st Sunday of each month.

June 2: Sunday Funday in Worthington: 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | The theme is Worthington Pride! The Worthington Partnership, along with the merchants of Old Worthington, present “Sunday Fundays.” Once a month, through November, they will host an afternoon of themed food, entertainment, and specials in the historic district.

June 2: Berry Fairy Tea Party: 2:00 p.m. at Mitchell’s Farm | Join the “Berry Fairy” for a garden tea party on the farm. This event is designed and priced for little girls & their favorite “big” girl. You’ll enjoy a manners lesson, a tale with Miss Spider and treats from the farm. Lasts around 1-1.5 hours.

June 2: Natural Play Area Open House at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park: 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | A naturalist will be on hand at the Natural Play Area at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park to offer suggestions on how to enjoy the space!

June 2: Evening Creeking at Highbanks Metro Park: 5:00 p.m. | Explore the Olentangy River looking for animals that live there! Be prepared to get wet. Shoes are required. Meet at the Big Meadows Picnic Area.

June 2: Concerts on the Green in Worthington: 7:00 p.m. on the Village Green Square | Family-friendly concerts each Sunday for FREE! Enjoy a different music variety each week and bring a blanket or chairs to sit on!

June 3-9

June 3-8: Taco Week in Columbus: Many restaurants are participating in $2 tacos around the city! Each year part of the proceeds from The Columbus Taco Week will benefit a local charity. This year the charity is Feed the Kids Columbus.

June 4: Summer Spray Down with Norwich Township: 1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. | Cool off on a hot summer day with Norwich Township firefighters spraying the fire hose. Check out the fire truck before you leave.

June 4: Hilliard Farmers’ Market: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Hilliard United Methodist Church | Come get your fresh produce for the week each Tuesday.

June 5: Farmer’s Market at Franklin Park Conservatory | 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.  | The Conservatory’s Farmers’ Market is located outdoors in the Wells Barn parking lot, just off of East Broad Street and two miles east of downtown Columbus. The Farmers’ Market offers a mix of local produce, baked goods, specialty foods, and health and beauty products.

June 5: Charity Happy Hour: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the Hills Market | Every Wednesday, May through October, they showcase a local charity and help them raise money for their organization.

June 6-June 9: June Market at Ivory Barn: So much to see and shop! Check out the hours here: Thursday June 6th SENIOR HOURS 10-1pm 55+ only! Thursday June 6th Reg Hours 5-8pm. Friday June 7th 10-6pm and Saturday June 8th 10-6pm. Sunday June 9th 12-4pm.

June 6: Easton Groove is at The Yard: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at Easton | Eat, drink, move and groove every Thursday from 6-9 PM at The Yard! From funk to acoustic, Americana to rock, enjoy free live music performed by local artists all summer long. Grab a drink on a patio overlooking The Yard, or pop out your favorite lawn chair in front of the stage!

June 6: Toddler Theater: 11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.at Coffman Amphitheater | Tickets: Online purchase only, so secure your spot now! $5.00 per child participant. Parents do not need to purchase a ticket. Don’t forget to bring along a cozy blanket or a comfortable lawn chair for you and your little one to enjoy the show.

June 6: Celebration at the Station: 6:30 p.m. -9:00 p.m. | Free live music from Devin Henry and the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) from 6:30-9 pm.

June 7: Yoga on the Square: 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. | Come out for Friday flow on the Town Square! Located just south of Brio, this introductory yoga class focuses on strength, conditioning, and flexibility. It’s free to attend and open to the public, ages 13+, and conducted by instructors from Life Time Fitness. Bring your mat for fitness and fun in the sun!

June 7: Columbus Commons for Kids: Come have fun each Friday down at the Commons! Fridays, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM – inflatables, story time, games, activities, free carousel rides and much more! Free carousel rides every day this summer!

June 7: Food Truck Friday at NCH: Head to the Big Lots Behavioral Health Pavilion for lunch on Friday between 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.  and support Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio. Taqitos this week!

June 7: Lunch Time Live: Takes Place in Hilliard- free lunchtime concert and food truck on-site!

June 7: First Fridays in Delaware: First Friday of the month in Downtown Delaware, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM – There’s a themed event, free children’s activities and businesses stay open later.

June 7-9: ForeFest: Come out for this free street and music festival at Bridge Park – brought to you by Rise Brands in partnership with the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday.

June 7-9: Columbus Arts Festival: The Columbus Arts Festival is produced by the Greater Columbus Arts Council in early June on the downtown waterfront of Columbus, Ohio. Exhibiting artists are chosen via a blind jury process. The event also includes performing arts and food vendors.

June 8: Worthington Farmers Market: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Voted best market in the U.S.!

June 8: Trash to Treasure Yard Sale: 8:00 a.m. in Old Towne East | Spend the day on a treasure in Old Towne East with more than 70 homes participating.

June 8: Uptown Westerville Saturday Market: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Get your fresh produce at the Saturday market!

June 8: Hilliard Pride: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. | At Hilliard’s 4th Annual Pride Event – “Growing Together” there will be live music, vendors, educational organizations, and activities for kids. The fountains will be on so come cool off and dance in the water, see old friends, and meet new ones.

June 8: Moonlight Market: 4:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m. | Join in for a nighttime stroll in downtown Columbus featuring the best that Columbus has to offer! Local goods, food and music line the streets, creating a relaxing yet vibrant market experience. Theme is Pride on Pearl this month!

June 8: Storybook Village: Open daily | Welcome to Storybook Village, where your favorite storybook characters magically come to life! Bring your little ones to meet celebrated characters from popular fairy tales as they roam Ohio Village and interact with visitors.

June 8-16: Big Machines at COSI: 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | For over 20 years, guests have been able to experience the exciting science and technology of construction by climbing inside real pieces of machinery and operating them first-hand. Participants will be able to learn more about construction careers from a variety of industry professionals and real operating engineers. From small tools to big equipment, you’ll discover how big jobs get done.

June 9-10: Early Member Mornings at Columbus Zoo: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. for members only- beat the crowds!

June 9: Spring Fiing at Sunrise Sanctuary | 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Sunrise | Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for kids 4-17, under 4 free, and includes a vegan taco bar, chips and salsa, plus a non-alcoholic drink. After your family visit the animals and chows down, grab and activity book and get faces (and arms) painted!

June 9: Wizard of OZ Ballet: 2:00 and 4:00 p.m. | Experience the magic of “The Wizard of Oz” in this enchanting ballet adaptation.

June 9: Little Sprouts Night: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Enjoy this free kids’ event with live music and activities such as inflatables, face painting, and more!

June 9: Concerts on the Green in Worthington: 7:00 p.m. on the Village Green Square | Family-friendly concerts each Sunday for FREE! Enjoy the different music variety each week and bring a blanket or chairs to sit on!

June 10 – June 16

June 11: Hilliard Farmers’ Market: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Hilliard United Methodist Church | Come get your fresh produce for the week each Tuesday.

June 11: Temptations and 4 Tops: Come out and enjoy the show at McCoy Center!

June 12: Lion King: Don’t miss this breathtaking show! Showing until July 7.

June 12: Midweek at the Creekside in Gahanna-Enjoy live music on the Creekside Plaza from 6-8 PM every Wednesday. Grab a CORA cup and your friends for a relaxing evening in the Creekside District.

June 13: COSI After Dark: 7:00 p.m. | Step into a prom like no other, where themes collide in a whirlwind of enchantment. Come dressed to impress: formal attire is encouraged. Whether your date is your partner, your ex-girlfriend, or your polycule, COSI is proud to celebrate and welcome all types of love! Science is for everyone– and so is prom!

June 14: Columbus Commons for Kids: Come have fun each Friday down at the Commons! Fridays, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM – inflatables, storytime, games, activities, free carousel rides and much more! Free carousel rides every day this summer!

June 14: Over the Edge: Rappel for a Cause during the Over the Edge event benefitting Gracehaven. You can register to rappel or just watch over 100 people rappel off the Chase Tower at 100 E. Broad Street on Friday between 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. COSI’s mobile lab will be on-site as well as community mural-making and an 18-wheeler on site for an interactive Truckers Against Trafficking exhibit.

June 14-15: From Book to Film at Gateway Film Center:On Friday or Saturday at 1:30 PM, get free admission to see The Bad Guys at Gateway Film Center with your library card as part of the Book to Film series!

June 14- 16: Big Machines at COSI: 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | For over 20 years, guests have been able to experience the exciting science and technology of construction by climbing inside real pieces of machinery and operating them first-hand. Participants will be able to learn more about construction careers from a variety of industry professionals and real operating engineers. From small tools to big equipment, you’ll discover how big jobs get done.

June 14: Plain City Touch-a-Truck at Pastime Park: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM, kids can climb and explore a variety of trucks, emergency vehicles and construction equipment at the Plain City Touch-A-Truck in Pastime Park. There will also be food trucks and community partners.

June 14: Food Truck Friday at NCH: Head to the Big Lots Behavioral Health Pavilion for lunch on Friday between 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Come support Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio.

June 14: 614 Day at The Junto: From 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM celebrate 614 Day at The Junto with live music, lawn games, cocktails and $6.14 poutine!

June 14: Movie in the Park: 7:30 p.m. at Thompson Park | Showing Wonka! Experience the joy of movie-watching in the great outdoors.

June 14: Movie in the Park at Prairie Township Sports Complex: Watch Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Mutant Mayhem at Prairie Township Sports Complex on Friday at 8:00 PM. Concessions will be available for purchase.

June 14-15: St. Mary Parish Festival: The St. Mary Parish Festival takes place from 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM Friday and Saturday in Delaware, Ohio. It includes a Royal Princess Party, midway rides, games, food, music and more! Click the link for the schedule of performances.

June 14-15: Grove City Wine Festival: Various times each day! | In its 14th year, the Wine & Arts Festival attracts artists, food, and wineries from around the state to participate. More than 20 Ohio wineries, including Grove City’s own Plum Run Winery, will be on hand this year showcasing their award-winning wines while providing tastings and bottles for sale.

June 14-16: Columbus Air Show: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | The 2024 Columbus Air Show promises to be a weekend packed with heart-pounding air performances and family-friendly activities. This is your chance to get up close to see the aircraft and pilots in action!

June 15: Puzzles, Pleasures, and Pasttimes at Slate Run Farm: Try games, riddles, and activities that Victorian families did for fun at Slate Run Farm on Saturday, ongoing between 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.

June 15: Kids Series at Grandview Theater & Drafthouse: 11:00 AM, watch Trolls: We Band Together at Grandview Theatre and Drafthouse. Admission is free for kids!

June 15: Westerville Cops and Kids Day: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Cops & Kids Day is back for it’s 30th year! To mark this milestone, they are going back to their original location (Hoff Woods Park, 556 McCorkle Blvd.) with a new day!

June 15: Uptown Westerville Saturday Market: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Get your fresh produce at the Saturday market!

June 15: Craft & Art Fair: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | This annual show gets better and better with talented local artists throughout the village. The Hilliard Historic Village & Museum will be open for guided tours. Food and drink available.

June 15: Seeds of Caring’s Rocking Together With Seniors: 10:30 – 11:30 am at
National Church Residences Harmony Trace (3550 Fishinger Blvd Hilliard, OH 43026)
| Come make music together, and bring lots of joy to the senior residents
of Harmony Trace. Joanie Calem, an experienced folk singer/songwriter, will lead
families in music and activities that will create smiles and spread cheer. We will sing,
dance and make new friends! Afterward, families will be invited to create a fun craft for a
senior friend.

June 15: Columbus Children’s Festival: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Sports Ohio | In its 13th year, our 2024 KidsLinked Columbus Children’s Festival presented by Meijer is the family festival of the year! This event has so much to offer your family, including Columbus Bubble Run, Teenage Mutant Ninja concert, huge bounce park, largest carnival game area, Bluey & Friends breakfast buffet, gyroscope ride, climbing wall, mini merry-go-round, Rock N Roll tumbler ride, inflatable maze, mini golf, pony rides, barrel train, candy hunt and two stages of entertainment.

June 15: Tie Dye Extravaganza at Hilliard Library: Teens ages 12-17 can enjoy tie-dye fun on Saturday from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM at the Hilliard Library. Items to die will be provided or you can bring your own.

June 15: For Kids: Butterflies at Blendon Woods Metro Park: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Learn about butterflies and try to catch them with a net at Blendon Woods Metro Park Ages 5 and up.

June 15: Ohio Roller Derby: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM watch two Roller Derby matches! These games are family-friendly and tickets are available online!

June 15: Movies at the Dam: 9:30 p.m. | Watch Black Panther on Saturday night at Alum Creek Below Dam Recreation Area.There will be snacks available for purchase.

June 15-16: Worthington Arts Festival: The famous art show returns with live music. Drawing about 25,000 visitors annually, the Worthington Arts Festival has been ranked as one of the top 200 arts festivals in the nation by Sunshine Artist magazine. This year it will be on village green located in the heart of Old Worthington!

June 15-16: JuneteenthOhio Festival at Genoa Park: This festival will take place in Genoa Park on Saturday and Sunday. Admission is free before 3:00 PM. (Events begin at 12:00 PM each day.) There will be a marketplace, fashion show, live performances, a car show, a career fair, Juneteenth flag-raising ceremony, storytelling for children, food and more!

June 16: Father’s Day Event at Homestead Metro Park:1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Go fishing with dad and make crafts at Homestead Metro Park.

June 16: Family Creeking at Highbanks Metro Park: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Families can go creeking in the Olentangy River at Highbanks Metro Park in the Big Meadow Picnic Area. Shoes are required. Bring a towel and change of clothes.

June 16: Father’s Day Fishing at Quarry Trails 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.| Go fishing with dad at Quarry Trails Metro Park. Bring your own pole or use one of the limited poles provided. Bait will be provided, too.

June 16: Father’s Day Strawberry Tea Party: 2:00 p.m. at Mitchell’s Berries | Join the “Berry Fairy” for a garden tea party on the farm.  The Berry Fairy is going to change it up this June and invite the special “Big guys” in your ‘Slife to the party.  This event is designed and priced for little girl & their favorite “Dad or GPa or Uncle”. You’ll enjoy a manners lesson, a tale with Miss Spider and treats from the farm. Bring your own fairy wings or we have some for borrow. Lasts around 1-1.5 hours.

June 16: Concerts on the Green in Worthington: 7:00 p.m. on the Village Green Square | Family-friendly concerts each Sunday for FREE! Enjoy the different music variety each week and bring a blanket or chairs to sit on!

June 17-23

June 18: Hilliard Farmers’ Market: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Hilliard United Methodist Church | Come get your fresh produce for the week each Tuesday.

June 20: The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson at Zoombezi Bay: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | Promotes water safety and awareness!

June 20: Celebration at the Station: Enjoy free live music while grabbing a bite to eat at one of their local restaurants. The designated outdoor refreshment area (DORA) will be available for adults 21 and over. Rockhouse tonight!

For more DORA events around the city, check out our DORA guide!

June 20: Toddler Theater: 11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.at Coffman Amphitheater | Tickets: Online purchase only, so secure your spot now! $5.00 per child participant. Parents do not need to purchase a ticket. Don’t forget to bring along a cozy blanket or a comfortable lawn chair for you and your little one to enjoy the show.

June 20: Summer Music Series at Bridge Park: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Bridge Park | Next to Rebol every third Thursday of the month there will be live music!

June 20: Groove is at the Yard: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at Easton | Eat, drink, move and groove every Thursday from 6-9 PM at The Yard!

June 21: Pet Palooza at the Park at Stradley Place: Additional FREE activities include: balloon animals; an inflatable bounce house; live performances from the living statue; face painting by the CW Queens & Court; crafts from New Life Church; and more.

June 21: Bexley Main Event on Capital University’s Main Lawn – Select Fridays, 6:30 PM – kids’ crafts and activities precede a family-friendly movie! Begins June 21, 2024. Honey I Shrunk the Kids playing tonight!

June 21: Friday Night Flicks at Sycamore Creek Park Amphitheater:Watch the movie Barbie for free at Sycamore Creek Park Amphitheater. Movies begins at dusk on Friday night. Bring a chair or blanket.

June 21: Water Park After Dark: 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. at Zoombezi Bay | 21 and over event- come swim after dark and DJ on site!

June 21: Columbus Symphony’s Popcorn Pops: Celebrate Summer: 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and there will be pre-concert activities from 5:30-6:45 p.m.

June 21-22: Powell Festival: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | Friday: 2x Grammy nominated Plain White T’s with opening acts Brick Walk Knights and North to Nashville. Saturday: Multi-platinum alternative rock band Better Than Ezra with opening acts Kazmatics and Radio City.

June 22: Seeds of Caring’s Empowerment Kits for LGBTQIA+ Youth: 4 – 5:15 pm at
Columbus Main Library Auditorium (96 South Grant Ave Columbus, OH 43215)
| Create a kinder community by learning how to be an ally for those
who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community. Talk about what it means to be an
ally, what it means to be a bystander, and how we can show support and encourage
LGBTQIA+ youth.

June 22: Ohio Reptile Show: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at Franklin County Fairgrounds | Come out and see a variety of reptiles.

June 22: Uptown Westerville Saturday Market: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Get your fresh produce at the Saturday market!

June 22: Honey Harvest : 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at Stratford Farm | An un-BEE-lievable experience collecting and extracting honey straight from Stratford beehives with their experienced beekeeper. Stratford will supply everything you need, and you’ll get to take home an 8 fluid oz jar (Net. Wt. 12oz) of the honey you collect to enjoy at home!

June 22: Teen Birdwatching at Highbanks Metro Park:Teens can learn all about birding, take a hike to look for birds, help with nesting boxes and more at Highbanks Nature Center on Saturday from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM! This hike will be 1.5 miles. This activity is for kids ages 12-15.

June 22: Kids Series at Grandview Theater & Drafthouse:Come watch Land Before Time at Grandview Theatre and Drafthouse. Admission is free for kids!

June 22: Click Clack Moo at Slate Run Farm:11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Look for hidden stuffed animals on a Story Walk inside the house at Slate Run Farm.

June 22: Summer Fun Days at Marmon Valley: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Hay rides, miniature golf, pony rides, pond swimming, and paddle boating.

June 22: Hop on Tram Rides at Blendon Woods Metro Park: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Hop on a tram for a 30 minute tour of Blendon Woods Metro Park.

June 23: German Village Makers Market:11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Sunday is the next German Village Makers Market at the corner of City Park and Thurman in German Village. This event features an outdoor artisan market with over 65 local makers.

June 23: Darn Tasty Dill Pickle Fest at Branstool Orchards:11:00 AM – 4:00 PM, head to Branstool Orchards for the 2nd Annual Darn Tasty Dill Pickle Fest. The event is free but tasting tickets are required to sample more than 30 different pickled products: pickle cocktails, slushies, donuts and more!

June 23: Crooked Can Carnival: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Head to the patio of Crooked Can to support the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption. This event will include a DJ, face painting, inflatables, raffle prizes, a mystery wine pull, mocktails, cookies and more!

June 23: Jazz in the Park: Come out to Bexley for Jazz in the Park: 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | FO MO DEEP will be performing at this outdoor concert!

June 24-30

June 26: Wetland Wednesday: 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | The wetland at Seldom Seen Park is bustling with life! Try to find  macros, tons of turtles, tadpoles, and even a water snake!

June 27: Easton Groove is at The Yard: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at Easton | Eat, drink, move and groove every Thursday from 6-9 PM at The Yard!

June 28: Zoombezi Bay Summer Nights: 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | Showing Happy Gilmore!

June 28: 4th Friday in Uptown Westerville: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | The Westerville Visitors & Convention Bureau is proud to sponsor Mount Carmel St. Ann’s 4th Fridays on the fourth Friday of each month, April through September, in Uptown Westerville! Enjoy street vendors, food carts, live entertainment, kids’ activities, extended hours in the Uptown shops and much more! Featuring Chuck Starr.

June 28-30: ComFest: at Goodale Park | This community festival features live music and performances, vendors, art, food trucks and more! There will be kid-friendly entertainment and a KiDSART Area. Kids can also join in a kids’ parade on Sunday at 3:00 PM. See the online brochure at the link above for the most info.

June 29:Try it! Kayaking at Quarry Trails Metro Park: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Enjoy kayaking on the lake at Quarry Trails Metro Park! Solo kayaks are available for ages 10 and up and tandem kayaks will be available for all ages. All equipment will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

June 29::Summer in the Center at Ohio History Center : 11:00 a.m. | Summer at Ohio History Center this weekend features a 1950’s Road Trip activity! This event is included with admission or membership and is great for kids ages 6-12.

June 29: Kids Series at Grandview Theater & Drafthouse: 11:00 AM at The Draft House | Watch Land Before Time at Grandview Theatre and Drafthouse. Admission is free for kids!

June 29: Farm Animal Event at Whitehall Library: 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Bring the Farm to You will bring farm animals to the Whitehall Branch of CML. Kids will be able to pet the animals.

June 29: LEGO Club at Grove City Library: 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m | LEGO Club takes place  at Grove City Library. Kids in grades K-5 can build through LEGO challenges or free play with LEGO bricks!

June 29: Open Barn Sanctuary: The Sanctuary is open to the public, allowing you to visit and get to know the animals on a personal level. Admission prices are Adult (18+) Admission $10, Youth (4-17) Admission $5, and Children 3 and under are free. All funds raised go directly toward caring for the approximately 170 precious souls that call Sunrise home.

June 29: Touch It – Robots at Old Worthington Library: 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Kids ages 4-8 can drop into the Old Worthington Library to explore iPads and interactive toys!

June 29: Somali Cultural Festival at Innis Park: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM enjoy a day of celebration of the culture of Somalia. There will be performances, food, cultural exhibits, tradtional music and dance, vendors and more!

June 29: The Grandview Hop: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | Grandview Avenue will be closed between 1st Ave and 5th Ave for a half mile long stretch of pop-up vendors, artists, food trucks, live music and more!

June 29: Patriotic Pops: Don’t miss out on this show at Columbus Commons!

June 30:Flutter Run at Franklin Park Conservatory: 8:30 a.m. | Support Franklin Park Conservatory and celebrate 30 years of Blooms & Butterflies by participating in a 5K Run/Walk or a Caterpillar Crawl Kids Run (or as a spectator). Register online.

June 30: Bison Baby Shower at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Come to the Summer Pasture at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park on Sunday to play baby shower games and celebrate the new arrivals at the park. The pasture is a 5-minute hike from the Nature Center.

June 30: Sundays with the Symphony in Westgate Park: 6:45 p.m. | Enjoy a concert by the Columbus Symphony Orchestra on Sunday evening in Westgate Park. Free ice cream will be available beginning at 6:45 PM and the concert starts at 7:00 PM.

In addition to events around Columbus, we thought you might also enjoy these topics for a fun summer!

Camping

• Camping With Kids: Tips For a Great Trip
• Creating Family Memories Through Camping

Ohio Getaways

• Beaches in Ohio
• Exploring Ohio: 5+ Summertime Adventures
• Awesome Summer Day Trips From Columbus
• A Day Trip to Yellow Springs

Food/Dessert Trucks

Many of these food trucks are making stops in various neighborhoods. Be sure to check out where they’ll be by checking out their social media accounts.

• Little Ladies Soft Serve
• Kona Ice Little Buckeye (They also take requests for neighborhood visits.)
• Enter your location or zip code into Street Food Finder to see a list of food trucks near you.

Ice Cream

Summer and ice cream just go together! So cool off with a sweet treat from one of these spots.

• The Best of Columbus Ice Cream
• 3 Places in Columbus to Eat a Paleta (aka Mexican Popsicle)
• Make your own nice cream. Find the recipe here: How to Make Nice Cream
• This is a fun activity to do with ice cream.

Books

Find electronic content free of charge (with a library card) from Columbus Metropolitan Library 

These chapter books for kids will encourage a love for reading.

We hope you have a fun start to summer!

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We update this list all month long, so check back often. If we missed something, please comment below. We hope June provides lots of opportunities to get outside and build memories with your family and a return to normalcy!