- 160 South High Street Columbus, OH 43215
At Columbus Commons, there’s ample opportunity for FREE fun for the whole family. Enjoy themed programming, educational activities, movie nights and more.
Presented by Molina Healthcare
Saturday, May 23
12pm – 4 pm
What’s more fun than a party at the park? Enjoy large inflatables, face painting, balloon animals, hands-on activities, live music, food trucks and more during this mega-fun event.
Presented by Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Fridays, June 5- August 14
10 am – 1 pm
*No event on June 19 or July 3
Every Friday, kids of all ages can enjoy hands-on educational activities that align with the theme of the week. Plus, take free carousel rides, explore lawn games or take a lunch break at one of the food trucks.
Activities vary weekly. Click below for details.
Tuesday and Thursdays
11am – 4pm
Come Downtown and take a free spin on the Carousel, play under the parachute, build with our Imagination Playground big blue blocks, kick a soccer ball, or make your own fun. Plus, enjoy storytime with Columbus Metropolitan Library on the first Tuesday of the month!
First Tuesday of the Month
11 – 11:30pm
Join Friends of the Columbus Metropolitan Library for a monthly storytime at Columbus Commons. Sing, rhyme and read along to your favorite stories and songs! Bring the entire family along for this fun park pop-up. Storytime runs from 11 am to 11:30 am on the first Tuesday of the month between May and September.
Select Fridays
7 pm
Settle in for a family-friendly movie at the park. Bring a chair, blanket or hang out on the lawn and enjoy the movie.
Presented by Nationwide
June 20 & July 18
5:30pm – 8:30pm
Fun for the whole family, Popcorn Pops is back for two select dates this summer. You can expect an evening full of music, dancing, and of course, Beethoven!
Presented by Molina Healthcare
Saturday, September 6
12 pm – 4 pm
Enjoy fall-themed fun for everyone. Wander through Harvest Fair and explore the barn with farm animals, fall-themed inflatable games, face painting, a pumpkin patch, apple cider and so much more.
Presented by Downtown Columbus, Inc. and CAPA
Enjoy classic flicks under the stars and city skyline at this free movie series for grown-ups. Bring a blanket, grab a drink from the bar and enjoy the movie!
