Plus, many spring and summer leagues are open for registration
CBUS was made for family fun
No kidding: 25+ kid-friendly activities in Columbus
Find exhibits for kids of all ages. | Photo by @columbusmuseum
We’re not kiddin’ around. From major attractions like COSI to hidden gems like the Picture Perfect Ranch, there’s something in CBUS for children of all ages. You’ll have no trouble entertaining the youngsters with this list of 25 kid-friendly activities around the 614.
🎢 Thrill-seeking fun
Play: CBUS, 535 Lakeview Plaza Blvd.
The city’s largest indoor adventure park has ropes courses and climbing walls. Kids will remember going ziplining.
Get Air Columbus, 3708 Fishinger Blvd.
This indoor trampoline park has special hours for toddlers to jump. Kids will remember dodgeball and the foam pit.
Scene 75 Entertainment Center, 5033 Tuttle Crossing Blvd.
Find go-karts, inflatables, arcade games, andlaser tag. Kids will remember the 35-ft drop tower.
Ninja Citi Adventure Park, 2620 Sawmill Place Blvd.
Explore indoor trampolines, rock climbing walls, and a parkour arena. Kids will remember the 12 ninja courses.
Play: CBUS is a 53,000-sqft indoor adventure park for all ages. | Photo by @playcbus
🎳 Indoor adventures
Columbus Sqaure Bowling Palace, 5707 Forest Hills Blvd.
Open daily, this bowling center has 64 lanes, party rooms, food, and TVs. Kids will remember a birthday party at the bowling alley.
Glow Putt Mini Golf, 161 Granville St.
Play under black lights at this glow-in-the-dark, indoor mini golf course. Kids will remember getting a glowing hole-in-one.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Columbus, 157 Easton Town Ctr. Meet LEGO characters and see mini LEGO masterpieces. Kids will remember the 4D cinema with wind, rain, and fog effects.
Momi Land, Multiple locations | 🎟️ Family memberships available
Ages eight and under can ride multi-slides and play in ball pits. Kids will remember the kitchen and vanity-themed playrooms.
Youngsters can enjoy the “Little Play Sqaud” at LEGOLAND. | Photo via @ldccolumbus
🌳 Great outdoors
Schiller Park, 1069 Jaeger St.
This 23.45-acre park has a fishing pond, basketball court, tennis court, and walking trail. Kids will remember the playground.
Blendon Woods Metro Park, 1069 W. Main St.
The park has natural play areas, trails, and disc golf. Kids will remember the nature centers.
Ready to visit these local attractions but don’t know where to start? We’ve created this handy map so you can find all of these featured activities.
Michael Yo | Friday, March 3-Saturday, March 4 | Times vary | Columbus Funny Bone, 145 Easton Town Ctr., Columbus | $25-$100 | Catch this comedian, actor, and two-time Emmy nominee live.
Saturday, March 4
Uptown Cookie Walk | Saturday, March 4 | 12-4 p.m. | Amish Originals in Uptown Westerville, 38 N. State St. | $15 | Visit shops and businesses in the historic district and grab gourmet cookie samples along the way.
Columbus Crew vs. D.C. United | Saturday, March 4 | 7:30 p.m. | Lower.com Field, 96 Columbus Crew Way, Arena District | $24-$493 | Cheer on the Crew in the first home game of the 2023 season.
Sunday, March 5
Community Day | Sunday, March 5 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, 1777 E. Broad St., Columbus | Free | Residents of Columbus and Franklin County receive free general admission with access to the entirety of gardens and collections.
Tex Mex Cooking | Sunday, March 5 | 2-4 p.m. | Philip Heit Center, 150 W. Main St., New Albany | $65 | Make your own tortillas for street tacos and bake a tres leches cake.
We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
A $12.6 billion transportation budget was passed by the Ohio House of Representatives, which is another step forward towards a passenger rail inColumbus if approved by the Senate. The budget will also be used for road projects, bridges, and pavement projects. 🚈 (The Columbus Dispatch)
Development
Construction is expected to start soon on a 124-unit apartment complex in the Arena District. The complex, located at 220 Vine St., will take over what was previously parking lots and have a pool + outdoor courtyard. 🏢 (Columbus Business First)
Drink
The Spring Cocktail Competition, which will feature 21 of Columbus’ best bartenders, will be Monday, April 3 from 6-8 p.m. at 620 N. High St. Tickets are $40 and include light appetizers and cocktail samples from local bars and restaurants like Beeline and Milestone 229. 🍸 (614now)
Sports
Ohio State men’s basketball celebrated senior night with another victory. Although on an upward trajectory, their only way into the NCAA tournament will be winning the Big Ten Tournament, which starts Wednesday, March 8. The Buckeyes will likely remain the No.13 seed and play at 5:30 p.m. 🏀
Well that was...Quick. Columbus has sent goalie Jonathan Quick to the Vegas Golden Knights in exchange for goalie Michael Hutchinson and a 2025 7th-round draft pick. The Blue Jackets acquired Quick just a day ago from the Los Angeles Kings. Thanks for the memories. 🏒
Celebrate
March is Women’s History Month, and if you’re looking to honor women in our community, you can check out this comprehensive list from Experience Columbus of women-owned businesses. From retail to dining to childcare, there are plenty of places to show your support.
Job
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SPORTS
Play ball ⚾
Spring and summer leagues in Columbus, Ohio
City Editor Hanna and her team love playing sand volleyball at the VolleyPark. | Photo by CBUStoday
Spring has not sprung quite yet, but sign-ups for local spring and summer leagues are in full swing.
🥎 Softball leagues
Sports Monster Columbus — With locations in Dublin, New Albany, and OSU, you can sign up now for all April sessions.
City of Columbus Parks and Recreation — Registration ends today for the adult spring softball league and the season begins on Monday, March 13.
🏐 Volleyball leagues
The VolleyPark — Registration is open for the summer league outdoor sand volleyball teams with options of playing in coed or competitive leagues.
Flannagan’s Dublin — You can register now for spring and summer sand volleyball leagues, with the outdoor-only spring session deadline being Thursday, March 23.
🎳 Bowling leagues
Pins Mechanical Co. — Ever wanted to try duckpin bowling? Leagues are available at Easton, Dublin, and in downtown Columbus + here are the league rules.
Editor’s pick: TGIF, Columbus. 🎉 The sun is supposed to shine all weekend with temperatures in the 50s, so that’s something to look forward to. Enjoy. ☀️
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