Current attractions

• Wild Tides Wave Pool — Ride waves up to four ft high.
• Roaring Rapids Action River — Grab a tube and float through the lazy river with waterfalls along the way.
• Baboon Lagoon — This activity center has nets and structures to climb, 10 water slides, and interactive aquatic controls like fountains + a tipping bucket.
• Croctail Creek & The Sandbar — This adults-only heated pool has a swim-up bar, in-water seating + a heated lazy river where adults can bring their beverages.
  

Events this summer

• World’s Largest Swim Lesson — On Thursday, June 20 kids can receive a 25-minute swim lesson from Zoombezi Bay lifeguards.
• Water Park After Dark — This 21+ event is on Saturday, June 24 + Friday, Aug. 16 from 8-11 p.m. Tickets get you access to the water park with minimal wait times, a DJ on-site, and two adult beverages.
• Christmas in July — From Friday, July 19-Sunday, July 21, swim along Santa and the elves with gift giveaways, food discounts, and live entertainment.

New in 2024

• Admission is discounted to $19.99 after 4 p.m.
• Monday-Thursday from 5-6 p.m. you can order from a discounted happy hour menu.
• Baboon Lagoon will feature private seating choices.
• From Friday, July 5-Sunday, July 28, the park will remain open until 8 p.m.

• Rainy Day Bouquet | Monday, June 3 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Pinot’s Palette, 691 N. High St., Ste. 101, Short North | $39 | Paint a colorful bouquet with supplies and instructions provided.

• Collective Soul | Tuesday, June 4 | 7 p.m. | The Bluestone, 583 E. Broad St., Downtown | $43 | The rock band of brothers will take the stage with No. 1 hits like “December.”

• Tye Tribbett And Friends | Wednesday, June 5 | 7:30 p.m. | Wexner Center Mershon Auditorium, 1871 N. High St., Campus | $40-$80 | The Grammy-nominated gospel singer will bring his hits to Columbus for the night.

• Columbus Crew 2 vs. New England Revolution II | Thursday, June 6 | 6 p.m. | Lower.com Field, 96 Columbus Crew Way, Arena District | $15 | Wear Black and Gold to cheer on the Crew’s developmental team.

• When it comes to the two passenger rail lines coming to Ohio, the odds are in our favor. The lines are now in the federal process of evaluation, with potential for both lines to go through Columbus. (Columbus Business First)

• Loco Social — a new tiki-inspired, all-day brunch spot — is opening at 1291 Grandview Ave. today. Try freshly made juices, salads, bubble tea, classic breakfast options, and and cocktails. (NBC4)

• Tickets are on sale now for Disney’s “The Lion King” musical at Ohio Theatre. Performances run from Wednesday, June 12-Sunday, July 7 for the Tony Award-winning show.

• The Columbus Zoo announced its new happenings for the 2024 season, including shark dive and gorilla trek virtual adventures and scooters to ride to select areas. Plus, Dinosaur Island is returning with 20+ animatronic dinosaurs.

• Easton Town Center is celebrating its 25th birthday with a $5,000 giveaway package. To enter, submit your best memories at the mall — whether it’s a first date, a holiday celebration, or a family outing.

• Hanna, here. I had the best time boating on Alum Creek, and especially enjoyed how serene the area is. Plus, renting a boat for the day was seamless — check out the details.

• Scioto Fest is happening Friday, Sept. 13 and Saturday, Sept. 14. Send us your favorite local and regional bands, and we’ll put in a good word with the folks over at Metro Parks. And, if you’re part of a band and are interested... even better.

• Did you hear the feedback after Brown’s quarterback Deshaun Watson threw in front of the media? Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Cleveland Browns with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
  

• Saturday, Aug. 31 vs. Akron | 3:30 p.m. on CBS
• Saturday, Sept. 7 vs. Western Michigan | 7:30 p.m. on the Big Ten Network
• Saturday, Nov. 30 vs. Michigan | 12 p.m. on FOX