Sponsored by North Market 🐓
Get your holiday shopping done early at the Holiday Fest Market! Shop from 25+ local vendors, enjoy festive tunes, and visit Santa & Mrs. Claus. Head up to North Market Bridge Park on December 14th from 9-12 to join in on the fun. For more info, head over to northmarket.org.

🎁 Happy December, Columbus! The first weekend of the month is packed with festive fun, and we’re ready to dive in. Whether you’re hitting up a holiday market, skating downtown, or just soaking in the twinkling lights, don’t forget to tag us on social media—we love seeing your weekend adventures!

Get Ready To Deck The Halls At Downtown’s Free Holiday Extravaganza 🎄

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas around here! Today there will be a massive celebration taking place all around downtown. Hop on the Holiday Trolley to explore the holiday lights, do some local shopping, check out live performances, and so much more. See you down there, Columbus!

Sponsored by Columbus Recreation and Parks Department ☃️
Today’s the day! Celebrate the season at WinterFest Columbus! Join us at Bicentennial Park for a cozy winter escape filled with live music, craft brews, festive cocktails, and top-notch food trucks. Free admission, family-friendly, and outdoor winter fun for all! Click here for more info!

The Best New Bars & Restaurants To Try This Month 🍻

From a temporary “apres ski” themed holiday speakeasy to a delicious Asian kitchen, there are so many new restaurants and bars around the city to treat yourself to something yummy.

The Best Holiday Light Displays In Columbus ✨ 

The one benefit to the sun going down at 5 p.m. is that we get to enjoy holiday light displays for even longer! This weekend is supposed to be relatively warm and dry, so it would be the perfect time to get out and experience some of these incredible holiday traditions!

9 Cozy Outdoor Winter Dining Options Around Columbus 🥰

I'm sure we've still got some random warmish days ahead, but for the most part, we're well on our way to winter. If you're not ready to give up restaurant life, but you're hoping to stay outside, you are in luck!

Sponsored by Columbus Symphony 🎻
Celebrate the season with the Columbus Symphony’s Holiday Pops! Enjoy festive music, dazzling lights, and family fun at the Ohio Theatre. Don’t miss pre-concert activities, Santaland, and cherished holiday classics. A magical experience for all ages!