Community Events
Central Ohio Communities
Your comprehensive resource for Central Ohio including: New Albany, Gahanna, and Blacklick communites. Whether you're interested in getting involved in the community or just taking in the various things the commuinty has to offer, it's good to know whats going on. With New Albany, Gahanna, and Blacklick in such close proximity it's easy to find fun entertainment and convenient recreation for people of all ages. Below is a list of recreation centers, local attractions and a calendar of what's going on in the local communities
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New Albany Community Events
New Albany, Ohio is a great community for local entertainment, arts and recreation centers.
- New Albany Country Club: Health Club, Tennis Courts, Three Resturants, Club House, Ballroom, 5 swimming pools, and 18 tennis courts.
- New Albany Parks and Recreation Thompson Park, Wexner Park, Bevelhymer Park are three community parks within New Albany that offer both adult and youth sports leagues. You can view the sports recreation calendar here.
Blacklick Community Events
Blacklick, Ohio has a variety of entertainment and outdoor events throughout the year.
- Jefferson Community Farmers Market: Every Saturday from 9:00AM-Noon, June through October, at Jefferson Community Park, 7494 Clark State Rd. Shoppers will find an array of fresh produce, baked goods, jam, honey, heirloom vegetables, freshly-baked scones, organically grown meats and produce, herbs, plants, cut flowers, and more. Special events all summer--bluegrass bands, friendly alpacas, antique tractors, and other attractions. Weekly drawings for prizes. Vendors of home-grown/home-made products always welcome.
Columbus Community Events
The capital of Ohio, Columbus offers an outstanding array of arts, sporting and unique events.
- Toulouse-Lautrec and La Vie Modern: View the works of Parisian artists from the turn of the twentieth century at the Columbus Museum of Art.
- Summer Art Exhibition: Angela Meleca Gallery is pleased to present the first group exhibition at the gallery. Gallery artists featured will include Ian Hagarty, Ron Johnson and Matthew Kolodziej.
Gahanna Community Events
A family-friendly community in Franklin County, Gahanna, Ohio has many seasonal events and activities.
- Paws in the Plaza: Join other dogs as they bring their owners to stroll though the paths, river walks, paddleboats, pet friendly shops, and visiting vendors, businesses and rescues in downtown Olde Gahanna. Enjoy special treats, free nail trimmings. giveaways and more! This event is held on the first Thursday of each month, April through October and runs from 4:30 p.m. to dusk at Creekside Plaza. back to top
- Big Walnut Creek Clean-up Canoe & Kayak Float: This enjoyable event will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Oct. 3 at Woodside Green Park. Come check it out! It's free!
Dublin Community Events
Dublin, Ohio has drawn a number of the most recognized golfers for yearly tournaments that take place in the community.
- Sundays at Scioto: Head to Scioto Park every Sunday for the summer concert series at 7PM.
Hilliard Community Events
This friendly community offers all types of events for a wide variety of interests.
- Halloween Celebration: Like many communities in Central Ohio, Hilliard will host its own ghoulishly-fun Halloween Celebration from 6 to 8 p.m. on Oct. 29. Come check it out with the whole family!
Westerville Community Events
Westerville, Ohio is known for its excellent park system and revitalized uptown area.
- Year of the Arts Live Music: Listen to live music every Saturday at 7 p.m. at Java Central.
- Otterbein Senior Art Exhibitions: Come check out the works of local artists from 8 am to 8:30 pm Monday-Friday and 8 am to 4pm Fridays at the Art and Communication Building, 33 Collegeview Rd.
Powell Community Events
Recognized as one of the 'Best Places to Get Ahead' by Forbes.com, Powell is known for its friendly atmosphere and excellent schools.
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Farmers Market: Every Saturday from 9AM-12PM the Farmers Market will take place on Grace Drive in Powell.
Bexley Community Events
Bexley offers residents multiple places to shop and eat and is the home of the Drexel Theatre.
- The Bexley Farmer's Market takes place every Thursday from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Parkview and Main Street from May through October.
Germantown Community Events
Originally incorporated in 1833, Germantown has a wealth of history and all sorts of things to do during the year.
- Get Involved! Germantown hosts a number of municipal board meetings each month, aimed at making the community even better for its residents. Some of the upcoming dates in October include a City Beautiful meeting at 6 p.m. on Oct. 13 as well as an Economic Development meeting at 1 p.m. on Oct. 21. Get involved and help make our community even better!
Granville Community Events
Granville was orignally established in 1805 and is the home of Denison University.
- GACC Farmer's Market sets up on Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Grove City Community Events
Grove City, Ohio has all kinds of recreational options and community events.
- Blood Drive: The American Red Cross Blood Drive meets in the Kingston Center, 3226 Kingston Ave., from 1 to 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month. During the month of October, that will be Oct. 6 To schedule an appointment call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (1-800-448-3543) or visit the American Red Cross Blood Drive website.
- Boo on Broadway: Don't miss this fantastic town-organized Halloween event on Oct. 29 in Grove City. This family-friendly event included candy, giveaways, costumes and more. It's a scream!
Marysville Community Events
Marysville is home to several museums, agricultural events, and arts and culture happenings.
- Farmer's Market every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at 6th and Plum Parking Lot from May through October.
- Music on Main: Thursday Nights, enjoy a variety of different types of music from 6PM-9PM in Partners Park.
Pickerington Community Events
Pickerington, Ohio provides the perfect atmosphere to raise a family, with all kinds of family activities planned throughout the year.
- Halloween Celebration: From 6-8 p.m. on Oct. 29, residents can enjoy a hauntingly good time during this town's annual Halloween Celebration, which is organized in partnership with Violet Township
Reynoldsburg Community Events
Home to the Blacklick Woods Golf Course, Reynoldsburg Shopping Center and several parks.
- Community Halloween Party: Getting ahead of the game, Reynoldsburg will host a community Halloween party a week beforehand from 6 to 9 p.m. on Oct. 24. Come expect a family-friendly, fun-filled time with costumes, live entertainment, food and so much more.
Upper Arlington Community Events
With its picturesque neighborhoods, Upper Arlington offers a tranquil environment for Ohio families.
- Farmer's Market at the Upper Arlington Senior Center every Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- Music Series: Enjoy these free outdoor summer concert series that takes place on Thursday evenings, hosted by the City's Cultural Arts Division.
Worthington Community Events
Worthington, Ohio is an inviting community with a strong school district and extensive center for the arts.
- Worthington Farmers Market Every Saturday, year-round, with parking behind the Worthington Inn and Methodist Church.
- Ghost Tour: Join the Worthington Historical Society under the full moon on Oct. 23 for a tour of some of the spookiest spots in town. It will be a very intriguing and scary experience as tour guides and ghosts discuss reported hauntings at some of Worthington’s iconic locations.
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