Farmers market season is in full bloom in Columbus.
In the spirit of shopping local, weâve rounded up 13 farmers markets around the city where you can stock up on fresh produce, meet local makers, and soak up the summer vibes.
Red, White & BOOM! | 12-11 p.m. | Downtown Columbus | Free | Todayâs the day â the largest fireworks festival in the Midwest returns, complete with a parade, street festival, and live music.
Friday, July 4
Desi Banks | Friday, July 4-Sunday, July 6 | Times vary | Funny Bone Comedy Club | $42 | The TikTok-famous comedian and actor will spend the weekend making Columbusites laugh.
Saturday, July 5
Our Food Truck Festival | 12-6 p.m. | Mayme Moore Park | Free | Taste bites from some of the cityâs best food trucks, shop a vendor market, and listen to live DJs.
Killer Queen: A Tribute To Queen | 8 p.m. | The Event Center at Hollywood Casino Columbus | $58+ | Fans of the British rock band wonât want to miss this groupâs renditions of hits like âDonât Stop Me Nowâ and âBohemian Rhapsody.â
Sunday, July 6
Bottle Your Own Bourbon | 12-2 p.m. | Echo Spirits Distilling Co. | $66 | Try limited-edition whiskey and get behind-the-scenes insights, then fill and label your custom bottle.
Monday, July 7
Summer Yoga in the Gallery | 6-7 p.m. | Granville Center for the Arts | $2 | Reset after the holiday weekend by moving your body and relaxing your mind during this all-levels class.
Wednesday, July 9
Wu-Tang Clan | 8 p.m. | Nationwide Arena | $64+ | Make mid-week plans to see the iconic hip-hop group in concert with special guest Run The Jewels.
Deli-lightful news â Miloâs Deli is making a comeback. More than a decade after closing, the Franklinton favorite plans to open at 401 W. Town St. by Labor Day. Get ready for paninis, Greek and Italian bites, and homemade bread. (Columbus Business First)
Closing
Today is your last chance to dine at Diaspora on North High Street. The Korean restaurant + sushi bar is set to close and be replaced by a 7Brew coffee shop. Itâll be the first 7Brew in the US that isnât a drive-thru. (614Now)
Development
Out with the old, in with The Ohioan. The Nationwide Hotel and Conference Center will officially rebrand as The Ohioan Hotel & Event Center this summer. Itâs part of a $14 million renovation that will feature updated rooms, Ohio-made art, and a remodeled pub. (Columbus Business First)
Number
$2.1 million. Thatâs the price tag on 14 E. Gay St. in Downtown Columbus, a five-story, historic building home to Chouette French Bistro. According to the listing, the property is prime for a âforward-thinking investor seeking a mix of loft office and High Street retail.â What would you do with the space? (NBC 4)
Opening
Guess whoâs back, back again?The Boat House at Confluence Park is back â tell a friend. The waterfront restaurant will reopen on Wednesday, July 9. Canât wait? Make plans to attend its annual Red, White & BOOM! party tonight, featuring live music, a barbecue buffet, and front-row seats for fireworks.
Real Estate
Columbus home prices just did something they havenât in over a decade â dipped. Aprilâs median sale price was down 1% year-over-year, making Columbus the only major Midwest city to see a drop. (Axios)
Sports
Good news for Blue Jackets fans: Dante Fabbro agreed to a four-year contract extension. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Columbus Blue Jackets with Locked Onâs daily, team-focused podcasts.
Finance
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Before you swipe away, hereâs a sizzling question for your Fourth of July weekend: Is a hot dog a sandwich?Weigh in on the debate + see how others answered.
For the record, my answer is no, but that wouldnât be my first hot take about hot dogs. I also think theyâre better with ketchup.
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