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🍂 Before the bucket falls over

The 2023 fall bucket list for Columbus
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The downtown bridges are staple landmarks in CBUS. | Photo by @djgonzownci
Welcome to the -ber months.

Not sure what that means? We’re talking September, October, and November — otherwise known as the best season in all of Ohio. It’s officially fall, and there’s no time to waste. Here’s what you need to do to make the most of it.

Find the foliage

Break out the rakes. This fall foliage map, created by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, has the leaves changing colors around mid-October in central Ohio. We recommend stopping by these scenic parks.

See the shows

Consider this a choose-your-own-local-adventure: Do you prefer fall concerts or fall festivals? Why not both?

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Find pumpkins, zip-lines, and kid-friendly inflatables at Leed’s Farm. | Photo via @leedsfarm

Pick the patch

Take a quick road trip to a nearby county and pick up locally grown pumpkins. Plus, many of these farms offer petting zoos, fresh apple cider, and kid-friendly activities. This quintessential fall day is already planned for you on our site.

Stream the scary (movies)

Head to a local theater to watch a new or classic horror movie. New releases include “Saw X,” and theaters like Gateway Film Center + Marcus Theatre Crosswoods have screened favorites such as “Halloween” in the past. Plus, did you know these six horror flicks have ties to Ohio?

Latte at The Roosevelt | Photo via @unofoodiegirl

Try the seasonal cinnamon roll latte at The Roosevelt | Photo via @unofoodiegirl

Savor the season

We firmly believe all fall days should begin with a pumpkin-flavored treat. Skip the long lines at your favorite chain spot and grab one of these local options instead.

Bonus: Open the windows

Picture this: A cool breeze just rolled through your window as the morning sunlight begins to peek in. With a sigh of relief, you can finally turn off your air conditioning.

How do you spend your autumn? Let us know and we may add our favorites to this bucket list.
 
Events
Tuesday, Sept. 26
  • Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros | Tuesday, Sept. 26 | 7 p.m. | Mershon Auditorium, 1871 N. High St., Campus | $50-$350 | Jam out with one of the founding members of the Grateful Dead in an intimate setting.
Wednesday, Sept. 27
  • Macrame Halloween Wreath | Wednesday, Sept. 27 | 6-9 p.m. | BrewDog New Albany, 97 E. Dublin Granville Rd., New Albany | $45 | Follow along as an expert guides you on how to make a spooky wreath for your front door.
Thursday, Sept. 28
  • Tour + Happy Hour | Thursday, Sept. 28 | 4-7 p.m. | The Junto, 77 Belle St., Columbus | $35-$65 | Take a tour of the recently opened Junto, followed by discounted cocktails at Brass Eye, a rooftop bar.
  • Standup From The Waist Up: Jason Banks | Thursday, Sept. 28 | 6 p.m. + 8:30 p.m. | Law Bird, 740 S. High St., Brewery District | $20-$25 | Laugh along with this Columbus comedian who boasts 1.3 million Instagram followers.
Friday, Sept. 29
  • Matt and Kim | Friday, Sept. 29 | 7 p.m. | Newport Music Hall, 1722 N. High St., Campus | $30 | Vibe out to this electronic duo with hits like “Daylight” that topped charts in 2009.
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News Notes
Concert
  • Country superstar Tim McGraw is coming to Nationwide Arena on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 7 p.m. The Grammy Award-winning musician will be joined by Carly Pearce. Tickets go on sale Friday, Sept. 28 at 10 a.m.
Civic
  • Are you registered to vote? The deadline to register is Tuesday, Oct. 10, which is 15 days away. Ohio’s general election is on Tuesday, Nov. 7.
Number
  • $1.2 million. That’s how much Battelle donated to the Columbus Museum of Art for a new learning program. The three year program allows local teachers more training opportunities and will allow more students from regional areas to visit the museum. (Columbus Business First)
Sports
  • No last second dramatics here — the Buckeyes are giving you plenty of time to prepare for this one. Ohio State will kick off at noon against Maryland on Saturday, Oct. 7 in the Shoe. Find tickets.
Edu
  • The numbers are in for The Ohio State University’s fall enrollment data. Though the university saw less than a 1% drop in total student population, it experienced an uptick in first-year students on campus. Dive into the data here. (Columbus Business First)
Closed
  • Black Dog Pizza, a Dublin-based pizza shop, is temporarily closing after a hot water heater caught fire and caused damages. Owners expect the restaurant to return after a few weeks. (614now)
Finance
  • Peek the perks. A $200 welcome bonus, unlimited cash back, and 0% interest into 2024 all with no annual fee almost sounds too good to be true — but this card has it all.*
Wellness
  • Why optimize hormones as you age? You can improve strength, bone density, libido, blood pressure, and mood. Learn about your testosterone levels with Wellcore’s At-Home Assessment Kit.*
Sports

⏰ Beat the clock

Watch: 3 times Ohio State won in last second heroics
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Students get in for free with a BuckID to all women’s basketball games. | Photo by @OhioStateWBB
The Ohio State Buckeyes’ football team won in stunning fashion on Saturday night against Notre Dame, and we’re still reeling.

And by reeling, we mean the film reel. Saturday’s thrilling victory led us down a Buckeye-buzzer-beating rabbit hole. Here are some of our favorite moments.

2003 Fiesta Bowl: Double overtime goal line stand vs. Miami

The Jim Tressel-led Buckeyes were able to secure a National Championship thanks to this clutch blitz by Cie Grant.

2010 Big Ten Tournament: Evan Turner vs. Michigan

The Buckeyes won the Big Ten Championship this season, led by Evan Turner who was named Big Ten Tournament MVP. More importantly, though, they beat TTUN.

2022 Men’s Basketball: Tanner Holden vs. Rutgers

If we know one thing: Being a Buckeye fan is not for the faint of heart. This thriller was salvaged by Tanner Holden, who had only logged 15 minutes of playtime that night. Shooters shoot.
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Were you able to get tickets to the standup show with Jason Banks? I can’t recommend seeing him in person enough. I had the chance a few years ago, and it is still one of the funniest local shows I’ve been to.
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