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15+ of the top free things to do in Columbus
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. Whether you are spending a day or a lifetime in Columbus, these are some of the best offerings that won’t break the bank.
September 02, 2025 09:59 AM
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Mitch Hooper
Travel and Outdoors
Plan a stay you’ll never forget at one of these unique places in Columbus
From dog-friendly spots to rooms with a view, Columbus is full of special places to stay that offer guests a break from traditional motels and hotels.
June 28, 2024
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Hanna Williford
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Cheers: We’re celebrating Drink Up Week — here’s how to join us
We’ll be toasting to the bountiful beverage industry across Columbus, OH from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26, 2024.
May 24, 2024
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Monica Garske
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How Columbus is becoming a top tourist destination
Take a look at various tourism and travel data about Columbus, Ohio on National Tourism Day, which is on Tuesday, May 6.
May 6, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
City
Locals answer the top questions about Columbus from out-of-towners
Take a look at the best answers from locals to questions from out-of-towners about living, exploring, and visiting Columbus, Ohio.
May 2, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
City
7 fun facts about the 2024 total solar eclipse in Ohio
Columbus and most of central Ohio experienced nearly four minutes of darkness during the 2024 total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024.
April 8, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
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How to spend a weekend in vibrant Cincinnati
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Sit outside: 24 outdoor dining spots in Columbus
Make the most of good weather by taking your meals al fresco on one of Columbus’ many beautiful patios.
March 19, 2024
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Hanna Williford
City
Columbus ranked a top budget-friendly staycation destination
Read where SumUp, the online financing business, ranked Columbus, Ohio, plus how the city earned its ranking.
March 7, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
Travel and Outdoors
Spring Break 2024: Last-minute affordable flights out of CBUS
Take a Spring Break trip to a new city with these affordable flights from the John Glenn International Airport in Columbus, Ohio.
March 5, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
The Buy
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Find any genre of live music with these 20 venues in Columbus
August 18, 2025
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Mitch Hooper
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Want to reach Columbus locals? Here’s the easiest way to advertise right now
August 8, 2025
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40 great brunch places in Columbus
August 8, 2025
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Hanna Williford
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Don’t break the bank: $10 lunches in Columbus
Ready for your lunch break? Check out these 15 lunches from sandwiches to pizzas to fast and casual options around the city.
May 13, 2025
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The top 10 most expensive homes for sale in Columbus
Take a look at the top 10 most expensive single-family homes for sale in Columbus, Ohio, including suburbs like German Village, New Albany, Westerville, and Dublin.
May 13, 2025
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Mitch Hooper
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Small Business Week: Q+A with Bumble’s Backyard
Celebrate Small Business Week in Columbus with the local folks who make up our economy’s backbone.
May 7, 2025
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Mitch Hooper
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20 must-see murals around Columbus
Check out our guide to the many meaningful murals you can find around Columbus.
April 25, 2025
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Mitch Hooper
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Columbus Crew broke club attendance record with 60,614 fans
The Columbus Crew fell to Inter Miami CF in Cleveland, but set records along the way.
April 23, 2025
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Hanna Williford
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What to buy for parents: Your 2025 gift guide for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day
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Earth Day 2025: Make a difference in Columbus
Contribute to cleaning up Columbus through local Earth Day events, or celebrate the day at Scioto Audubon Metro Park.
April 15, 2025
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Hanna Williford
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4 spring events you don’t want to miss
Mark your calendars, CBUS. From football and soccer to science and reading, there’s plenty of fun to be had this spring.
April 7, 2025
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Hanna Williford
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Your guide to Easter brunch and desserts in Columbus
From specialized menus on Easter Sunday to customized bunny cakes, these are some local ways to make the most of Easter 2025.
April 2, 2025
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