It is finally here! SPRING in Columbus can run the gamut from flip flops to snow boot weather. But one thing is for sure; there are tons of things you and your family can do to keep busy during the last few months of school. A lot of them seem to be indoors, as many outdoor events are not scheduled for these unpredictable spring weekends.
As always, I have organized these by date. Enjoy and as always, I will be adding to the list as local businesses adjust their spring calendars:
Franklin Park Conservatory
Stop in the children's area to see how the baby chicks are growing.
Metro Parks
March brings a spring break scavenger hunt at Blendon Woods, Pre-K story time at Scioto Audubon, and even and Easter egg hunt at Slate Run. Any day is a good day to go to a Metro Park!
Culinary Institute of Piccadilly (3/24)
Bexley
Peter Rabbit Party at the Powell Library (3/25)
Powell
Our Cupcakery Mini Pastry Chef Baking Camps (3/25-3/26)
Dublin
Eggs Paws and Claws at the Columbus Zoo (3/25-3/26)
Powell
Hippy Hop Flying Pancake Breakfast and Bunny Run (3/26)
Hilliard
You must register for this breakfast and run at the Franklin County Fairgrounds
Make and Take Bunny Tic Tac Toe (3/26)
The Columbus Michael's locations offer an easy craft class that the kids can enjoy while you shop inside Michael's for your Easter and spring decor ideas. Click the link to sign up at your closest store.
Kids Can! Cooking classes at Glass Rooster Cannery (3/29-3/31)
Sunbury
Kids learn how to cook favorites such as tacos and appetizers, and then get to take it home.
Westerville Library Muppet Matinee (3/30)
Westerville
ZenKids Toddler and preschool art classes (3/31)
Westerville
In April, look forward to sheep shearing and lamb time at Slate Run, frogs and toads at Three Creeks, and trucks, tractors and worms at Blacklick Woods.
Little Princess Dash and Lady Tutu 5K (4/2)
Easton Town Center
This race is for girl under 8 years old and benefits Make A Wish.
Paper Moon Art Studio Toddler Time (Mondays starting 4/4)
Clintonville
Paper Moon Art Studio Pre-K Art Play (Wednesdays starting 4/6)
Clintonville
Pickerington Kiddo Art with Anna (4/5 and every Tue at 4:15)
Pickerington
This Art with Anna class for kids grades K-8 is held at Epiphany Lutheran Church, but you don't need to be a member.
Snoopy! presented by Columbus Children's Theatre (4/7-4/24)
Downtown
Columbus Clippers (4/7 is Opening Day!)
Downtown
Westerville Mom and Me Tea (4/9)
Westerville
Eric Litwin Presentation (4/11)
Westerville
If your kids love Pete the Cat, register your family to come see Mr. Eric present and then have your favorite books signed. You MUST register!
Music Class at Little Skipper's Play cafe (4/11 and every other Monday 10-11 am)
Hilliard
Little Peacasso Art class at Peapod play cafe (4/14)
Gahanna
Free Cone Day at Velvet Ice Cream (to celebrate opening for the season) (4/16)
Utica
Fairytale Luncheon at the Columbus Zoo (4/23)
Powell
Clintonville Farmers Market (4/30 and every Saturday after)
May brings the Central Ohio Folk Music Festival at Battelle Darby, an evening family hike at Glacier Ridge, and family fun night at Highbanks.
Worthington Farmers Market (every Saturday starting in May)
Ohio Railway Museum opening day (5/1)
Worthington
Cats Presented by Columbus Children's Theatre (5/5-5/15)
Downtown
Touch a Truck (5/6)
Powell
Green on the Green (5/7)
Worthington
Vendors and exhibits that teach families how to protect our planet
Ohio Railway Museum National Train Day
Upper Arlington Spring Fling (5/21)
UA
Velvet Ice Cream Festival (5/24, 25, 26)
Much more than just ice cream: A parade, live music, vendors, magic shows and more!
Utica
Columbus Asian Festival (5/28-29)
Franklin Park--downtown
Worthington Memorial Day Parade (5/30)
Don't forget about these ongoing activities:
Free Sundays at The Columbus Museum of Art
Family swims at Goldfish Swim school (M-Th 12:00-1:00, F 6:30-8:00)
Open Play time at Brick of Dreams
As always, I have organized these by date. Enjoy and as always, I will be adding to the list as local businesses adjust their spring calendars:
March
You can find tons of Easter egg hunts just by googling or using this listing.
- Spring Color Showcase (3/12-5/15) Come see thousands of beautiful spring tulips and crocuses. Perfect for photos of your cuties!
- Thursday Preschool Programs
- Zumba for Kids 3/25
- Spring Bunnies 3/26
Stop in the children's area to see how the baby chicks are growing.
Metro Parks
March brings a spring break scavenger hunt at Blendon Woods, Pre-K story time at Scioto Audubon, and even and Easter egg hunt at Slate Run. Any day is a good day to go to a Metro Park!
Culinary Institute of Piccadilly (3/24)
Bexley
Peter Rabbit Party at the Powell Library (3/25)
Powell
Our Cupcakery Mini Pastry Chef Baking Camps (3/25-3/26)
Dublin
Eggs Paws and Claws at the Columbus Zoo (3/25-3/26)
Powell
Hippy Hop Flying Pancake Breakfast and Bunny Run (3/26)
Hilliard
You must register for this breakfast and run at the Franklin County Fairgrounds
Make and Take Bunny Tic Tac Toe (3/26)
The Columbus Michael's locations offer an easy craft class that the kids can enjoy while you shop inside Michael's for your Easter and spring decor ideas. Click the link to sign up at your closest store.
Kids Can! Cooking classes at Glass Rooster Cannery (3/29-3/31)
Sunbury
Kids learn how to cook favorites such as tacos and appetizers, and then get to take it home.
Westerville Library Muppet Matinee (3/30)
Westerville
ZenKids Toddler and preschool art classes (3/31)
Westerville
April
Franklin Park Conservatory- Thursday Preschool Programs
- Very Hungry Caterpillar 4/2
- Butterfly Sand Art 4/9 ($2)
- Butterfly Umbrellas 4/16
- Tulips and Tutus 4/23
- Our Zoo to You 4/30
In April, look forward to sheep shearing and lamb time at Slate Run, frogs and toads at Three Creeks, and trucks, tractors and worms at Blacklick Woods.
Little Princess Dash and Lady Tutu 5K (4/2)
Easton Town Center
This race is for girl under 8 years old and benefits Make A Wish.
Paper Moon Art Studio Toddler Time (Mondays starting 4/4)
Clintonville
Paper Moon Art Studio Pre-K Art Play (Wednesdays starting 4/6)
Clintonville
Pickerington Kiddo Art with Anna (4/5 and every Tue at 4:15)
Pickerington
This Art with Anna class for kids grades K-8 is held at Epiphany Lutheran Church, but you don't need to be a member.
Snoopy! presented by Columbus Children's Theatre (4/7-4/24)
Downtown
Columbus Clippers (4/7 is Opening Day!)
Downtown
Westerville Mom and Me Tea (4/9)
Westerville
Eric Litwin Presentation (4/11)
Westerville
If your kids love Pete the Cat, register your family to come see Mr. Eric present and then have your favorite books signed. You MUST register!
Music Class at Little Skipper's Play cafe (4/11 and every other Monday 10-11 am)
Hilliard
Little Peacasso Art class at Peapod play cafe (4/14)
Gahanna
Free Cone Day at Velvet Ice Cream (to celebrate opening for the season) (4/16)
Utica
Fairytale Luncheon at the Columbus Zoo (4/23)
Powell
Clintonville Farmers Market (4/30 and every Saturday after)
May
Franklin Park Conservatory- Thursday Preschool Programs (10:30-11:30)
- Celebrate Mom! 5/7
- Let's Bake! Tea Time (baking scones, story time, and a craft) 4/7 ($30)
- Butterfly Feeders 5/14
May brings the Central Ohio Folk Music Festival at Battelle Darby, an evening family hike at Glacier Ridge, and family fun night at Highbanks.
Worthington Farmers Market (every Saturday starting in May)
Ohio Railway Museum opening day (5/1)
Worthington
Cats Presented by Columbus Children's Theatre (5/5-5/15)
Downtown
Touch a Truck (5/6)
Powell
Green on the Green (5/7)
Worthington
Vendors and exhibits that teach families how to protect our planet
Ohio Railway Museum National Train Day
Upper Arlington Spring Fling (5/21)
UA
Velvet Ice Cream Festival (5/24, 25, 26)
Much more than just ice cream: A parade, live music, vendors, magic shows and more!
Utica
Columbus Asian Festival (5/28-29)
Franklin Park--downtown
Worthington Memorial Day Parade (5/30)
Don't forget about these ongoing activities:
Free Sundays at The Columbus Museum of Art
Family swims at Goldfish Swim school (M-Th 12:00-1:00, F 6:30-8:00)
Open Play time at Brick of Dreams
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