CBUS celeb sighting: Did you see Miles Teller, the actor with prominent roles in movies like “Top Gun: Maverick,” visited The Library Bar on Ohio State’s campus? He was promoting his brand Long Drink, but he stayed to lead “O-H” chants while wearing OSU attire.
Columbus Italian Festival | Saturday, Oct. 12-Sunday, Oct. 13 | Times vary | St. John The Baptist Italian Catholic Church | $10 + $15 | Enjoy a weekend full of Italian food, wine, activities, and entertainment — there’s free parking and a shuttle from Columbus State.
Sunday, Oct. 13
Ohio State Women’s Volleyball vs. Michigan | 1 p.m. | Schottenstein Center | $6+ | This is the first women’s volleyball match ever played at the Schott — cheer for the Bucks in this rivalry match.
Pumpkins & Pastries | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Flat 51 Downtown | $20 | Get in the fall spirit by decorating pumpkins with dried florals, eating local pastries, and sipping seasonal coffees.
Wednesday, Oct. 16
Halloween Horror Movie Mixology Class | 6-8 p.m. | Taft’s Brewpourium Columbus | $60 | Tickets include ingredients and instructions to make and enjoy two themed cocktails + an appetizer.
Thursday, Oct. 17
October Classes | Thursday, Oct. 17-Thursday, Oct. 31 | 10 a.m. | Franklin Park Conservatory | Free | Explore a variety of courses this season — whether you’re passionate about fine arts and crafts, eager to enhance your culinary skills, or interested in learning about environmental practices.*
Saturday, Oct. 19
Boo & Brew | 2 p.m. | Polaris Fashion Place | Free | Celebrate the season with live music, food trucks, inflatables, pumpkin carving and decorating, and costume contests.
Saturday, Oct. 26
HighBall Halloween | 2-11:59 p.m. | Intersections of High St. and Goodale St., and Park St. and Goodale St., in the Short North Arts District of Columbus, Ohio, | Free | Hosted by Nina West, enjoy costume contests, live performances, the HighBall Bazaar vendor market, and the Costume Couture Fashion Show at this frighteningly fun event.*
Local artists, like Mack Paints (pictured above), are constantly updating murals throughout the district so you never know what you might stumble upon. | Photo by Jason Younkman
Grab your favorite fall-flavored beverage, and take a stroll to see these draw-dropping murals + sculptures:
Summer Spray 2024 | See how nine local artists designed and painted a mural throughout the summer titled “Beyond the Seen”
The Gathered | A mosaic, composed of nearly 400,000 glass tiles, reminds viewers of the individual small pieces that comprise the whole, just like our community
Zoetrope of Life | Vibrant sculptures, inspired by the visual language of Italian Village + the rich history of the neighborhood, can be seen mounted on electrical poles along N 4th Street by local artist Virginia Kistler
Get Out The Vote | Renowned street artist Shepard Fairey designed a series of murals along High Street to re-ignite voter enthusiasm and drive participation
Sun Rise and Set | A series of sculptures mounted on electrical poles along 5th Avenue to enliven the streets with transitions of color and pattern
Pro tip: Download this map to see where all of the art installations are located and curate your own walking tour.
Grab your cowboy boots: Headliners for Buckeye Country Superfest ’25 have been announced. Ohio Stadium will welcome Jelly Roll, Kane Brown, Megan Moroney, and more on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Tickets go on sale Friday, Oct. 18 at 10 a.m.
Try This
The “Dancing with the Stars” live tour is coming to Mershon Auditorium on Friday, Feb. 27, 2025. Professional dancers like Emma Slater, Alan Bersten, Daniella Karagach, and Rylee Arnold will take the stage among celebrities from this current season. Tickets are on sale now.
Eat
Burger & Beer Week is Monday, Oct. 14-Saturday, Oct. 19. Try special burger and drink deals at 65+ participating restaurants, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options. Browse the local restaurants flipping burgers and deals. (614now)
Opening
698 Restaurant, a new sushi and dim sum spot, will open in the former El Segundo space in the Short North. The concept comes from the owner of The 1126 Restaurant and Song Lan. Want to keep up with the latest food news in our area? Read more on our website. (614now)
Show
Dude Perfect, the sports and comedy group with 60+ million YouTube subscribers, is coming to the Schottenstein Center on July 13, 2025. Tickets are on sale now.
Watch
We visited Pumpkins Aglow at the Conservatory, and it was jam-packed with fall fun. From the light tunnels and spooky displays to the food trucks and dancing skeletons, this family-friendly seasonal event has fun for all ages. Check it out.
Sports
The Columbus Blue Jackets opened their season against the Minnesota Wild. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Blue Jackets with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
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Finance
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Eat
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Edu
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The opening of the Muirfield Village Golf Club helped put Dublin on the map. | Photo by Ryan Young/PGA TOUR
We can’t think of a better way to soak in Columbus’ greenspace than spending some time on the links. Whether you’re looking to connect outdoors with friends or you’re honing in on the perfect swing, here are 16 golf courses to make a tee time at around CBUS.
Public courses
Champions Golf Course Go for 18-holes or spend a day on the driving range. Bonus: This course is close to Easton Town Center.
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