You know it’s spring when the pink leaves return to trees at Franklin Park. | Photo by @jwilschek
Happy first day of spring, CBUS.
From a storm in the morning to clear skies in the afternoon, this season is always unpredictable. Here’s a look at some record-setting springs:
The warmest spring day
The warmest spring day in Columbus was on May 31, 1911, according to historical data from the National Weather Service. Temperatures peaked to 96°, marking the second time that the record high had been broken that month.
The coldest spring day
The coldest spring day in Columbus was on March 9, 1984, according to historical data from NWS. Temperatures dropped to -6° without the help of a wind chill. In other words — it was just flat out cold. We dug into more historical data and found temperatures were as warm as the mid-40s just three days prior.
Record rainfall in spring
Do you remember May 12, 2023? It’s currently the rainiest spring day for Columbus, accumulating 2.49 inches of rainfall, according to NWS.
Aladdin Shrine Circus | 7-9 p.m. | Celeste Center - Ohio Expo Center & State Fair | $18 | Ride a pony or camel, get your face painted, and meet circus clowns — the circus will stay in CBUS until Sunday, March 23.
Friday, March 21
NCAA Women’s Basketball First and Second Rounds | 5:30 p.m. | Schottenstein Center | $24+ | Get in on the madness by cheering on the women’s basketball tournament right as CBUS hosts the first two rounds.
Saturday, March 22
New York City FC at Columbus Crew | 7:30 p.m. | Lower.com Field | $31+ | Let’s kick it — root for the Black and Gold as they’re back in one of the top soccer venues in the country.
Birds and Brews: Trivia Fundraiser | 6-8 p.m. | Nocterra Brewing Co. - Audubon | $15 | Trivia players receive a free beer, a gift bag from Wild Birds Unlimited, and a DIY birdhouse from Grange Insurance Audubon Center — spots are limited.
Sunday, March 23
Springtime Cookie Decorating Experience | 5-7 p.m. | Seventh Son Brewing Co. | $15 | Vegan bakery DIY Cookie Party is taking over Seventh Son for a springtime decorating experience.
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The Columbus Commons announced their 2025 seasonal schedule, complete with food trucks, fitness classes, and concerts, including a free concert from three-time Grammy Award-winning rapper Nelly. Browse the full schedule.
Concert
All of me is excited for this one. Ohio-native and EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony) winner John Legend is coming to the Schottenstein Center on Nov. 10, 2025. Tickets go on sale Friday, March 28 at 10 a.m.
Sports
Did you know that the NCAA women’s final had a record-breaking 18.9 million viewers last year? Let’s see if that many eyes will watch the Buckeyes in the playoffs. Ohio State is the No. 4 seed and will host No. 13 seed Montana State on Friday at 5:30 p.m. at the Schottenstein Center. (The Columbus Dispatch)
Biz
Another Ground Floor Growth business has opened — Evolverie Clothing. The clothing boutique’s second location is at 107 N. High St. and features budget-friendly clothes made from leftover fabrics. The initiative continues to turn downtown vacant spaces into a community of thriving businesses.
Eat
Mexican restaurant Local Cantina is opening its 11th Columbus-area location in Pickerington at the corner of Columbus and Center Street. An exact opening date has yet to be announced. (614now)
Show
“RuPaul’s Drag Race Werq the World Tour 2025" is coming to Mershon Auditorium on Thursday, Sept. 25. Tickets are on sale now starting at $52 for the glamorous drag show.
Watch
Happy Gilmore is swinging back nearly three decades after the release of his original film. Netflix released the trailer for “Happy Gilmore 2,” and while we can’t all be pro golfers like Happy, we enjoy the sport by scheduling tee time at one of Columbus’ courses.
Sports
Spring training is wrapping up. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Cleveland Guardians’ upcoming season with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Stat
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Outdoors
With spring comes outdoor concerts + music festivals — luckily, these hearing aids are the world’s first with multi-stream processing, designed to help you engage in conversations effortlessly (even in noisy environments, like that must-see show).*
Job
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Biz
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Stat
Every six seconds. That’s how often a pet owner spends $1,000+ in unforeseen care costs for their fur baby. Pet insurance could cover up to 90% of these costs — find the right plan.*
City Guide
City Guide
🦖 Must-see museums
The COSI Planetarium is the largest in Ohio. | Photo by @cosiscience
Whether you’re looking to learn something new about CBUS or plotting a way to spend your Saturday afternoon, here are 12 museums to visit in our city.
History
Orton Geological Museum
As part of the School of Earth Sciences at The Ohio State University, you can explore a variety of local fossils, plus rocks and minerals from across the world.
Arts
Wexner Center for the Arts
Located on OSU’s campus, the public can visit a variety of contemporary art exhibits. Plus, find movie screenings, performances, and educational talks.
Ohio Craft Museum
You can actually shop at this museum for a variety of crafts, including wood, fiber, ceramic, glass, and metals.
Sports
Jack Nicklaus Museum
Learn about Jack Nicklaus’ legendary golf career and the history of the game at this educational and historical museum on OSU’s campus.
Specialties
Wagner-Hagans Auto Museum
This is the perfect small museum for car enthusiasts who want to browse vintage vehicles.
To me, springtime means finally being able to sit outside and dine on a patio. Here are 24 spots for outdoor dining in CBUS that you should try. And if I’m missing your favorite local patio, shoot me a message so I can add it to the list.
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