Find 100+ pumpkins and gourds at Leeds Farm on the weekends. | Photo via @leedsfarm
Is a pumpkin the most iconic seasonal vegetable of all time? We’d argue yes — name another vegetable used in both pies + as a decorative centerpiece, we’ll wait.
In honor of these humble orange orbs, we are rounding up threelocal pumpkin patches + farms for your next fall project — whether that’s baking or carving.
This cash + check only farm offers pumpkins of all sizes and is dog-friendly. You’ll also find other seasonal fruits and vegetables, such as Georgia peaches and green beans.
This pick-your-own farm offers hundreds of pumpkins at $8 a piece with a one pumpkin purchase requirement. Other pick-your-own experiences include apples such as Golden Delicious and Fuji. Extend your day here by snagging tickets to the corn maze + check out the s’mores and campfire kits for a cozy celebration after completion.
With zip-lines, hay rides, and multiple pumpkin patches, Leeds Farm is the perfect fall weekend road trip for kids. Just be sure to purchase your ticket online before heading out as a pre-purchased ticket is required for all guests.
Use the links below to send this to a friend + make it a gourd-eous fall weekend together.
Karaoke Tuesday | Tues., Sept. 27 | 7:30-11:30 p.m. | Donatos Bar & Basement, 2084 N. High St. | Free | Sing your heart out to popular songs + feast on Columbus-style pizza. 🎤
Columbus Clippers vs. Indianapolis | Tues., Sept. 27 | 6:15 p.m. | Huntington Park | $8+ | Finish out one of the last games of the Clippers season with Dime-A-Dog night. ⚾️
Farmers Market | Wed., Sept. 28 | 4-7 p.m. | Northam Park, 2800 Tremont Rd. | Free | Stop by this local market in Upper Arlington before the season ends in late-October. 🥕
Thursday
Jurassic World Tour Live | Thurs., Sept. 29-Sun., Oct. 2 | Times vary | The Schottenstein Center | $15+ | See the dinosaurs from “Jurassic Park” like never before in this family-friendly theatrical performance. 🦕
Friday
Wheel of Fortune Live! | Fri., Sept. 30 | 7:30 p.m. | Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St. | $69 | This long-running television game show will be hosted by Mark L. Walberg.
We have amonthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
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Martiny’s BBQ, a local barbecue food truck, will open its first brick-and-mortar location next month at 5808 Columbus Pike. This new location will replace The Porch Ohio, which is set to close at the end of this week. 🍗 (614now)
Community
Franklin County residents can enjoy half-priced ticketsto the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium on Mon., Oct. 2 + Tues., Oct. 3. The zoo will be open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on those days. 🎟 (ABC6 On Your Side)
It’s almost time to jump into an indoor pool this fall as registration for the Columbus Aquatics Center opens on Tues., Oct. 3 at 9 a.m. Find classes for all ages, including swim lessons, water aerobics, and lap swimming. 🏊♀️
Arts
Cleveland-based artist Ron Shelton will explain the process + meaning behind his plastic art creations during Possibility Talk — a virtual workshop led by local artists. Registration is free and the conversation takes place on Thurs., Oct. 6 from 2-3 p.m. 🖼
Sports
Tommy Eichenberg, linebacker for the Ohio State Buckeyes, was namedCo-Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week after his stellar performance against Wisconsin. The Cleveland-born athlete racked up 14 tackles + two tackles for losses. (10TV)
The Buckeyes and the Michigan State Spartans will face off in East Lansing on Sat., Oct. 8 at 4 p.m.Find tickets here, or watch the football game on ABC. 📺
Trending
Put a dollar in the swear jar, CBUS — a study from Preply shows Columbus is the most foul-mouthed city in the US. Per the study, the average Columbusite swears36 times a day. We hope you don’t talk to your grandma like that.
LeBron James asked Twitter if he still has college eligibility left despite being a current NBA player. Ohio State’s Athletic Director Gene Smithreached out + explained he could return to college — just in a different sport. LeBron on the football field, perhaps? 🏈
Eat
Fox in the Snow Café is updating its seasonal menu + adding apple crostatas in place of its tomato-forward dishes. The sweet treat will be available at all three locations. 🍎
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We can’t talk about pumpkins in central Ohio without talking about the pump-kings + queenssouth of the city in Circleville.
The Circleville Pumpkin Show, which takes place Wed., Oct. 19-Sat., Oct. 22, is where the true pumpkin aficionados come to flex. Everything from pumpkin-themed pageants to pumpkin parades are on display, making this is the quintessential central Ohio fall event.
But the true star of the free festival is the giant pumpkin contest. This is where farmers grow their gourd to the extreme with past entries weighing in at 1,800+ lbs. Check out this gallery to get a glimpse.
Have we convinced you to visit? Of course we did + here’s a schedule of events so you don’t miss a thing.
THE WRAP
Today’s issue was written by City Editor Mitch.
Editor’s pick: This newsletter is brought to you by that cool fall breeze coming through your window in the morning. That first sip of coffee just tastes better this way.
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