In the heart of Downtown Columbus, activities abound at Columbus Commons! Day & night, weekdays & weekends, come explore the park!
Daily, 7:00 am - 11:00 pm (closed on holidays)
All outdoor activities are weather permitting.
Please call (614) 545-4701 for questions about Columbus Commons.
Our 24/7 security can assist you at (614)-227-3788.
To prevent the spread of COVID-19, our restroom facilities are temporarily closed.
You don’t need to wait for a special event to score some neat eats at Columbus Commons. Take in the pure pleasure of the park scene with our house cafes, open daily throughout the event season for your sustenance. Grab some Mexican street food at Taquero, and finish off with a scoop from Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream. We’ve got you covered. Our cafes are currently closed for the season. Check back for updates.
More InformationTaquero Mad Street Food
Currently closed for the season
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
Currently closed for the season.
The Commons scoop shop offers artisanal, local ice creams during the Columbus Commons season. Please visit their website for more information.
Columbus Commons is home to an ever-changing display of beautiful growing works of art. The 12 spectacular gardens are designed and maintained by Columbus’ very own Franklin Park Conservatory. Just as Columbus is a four-season city, the gardens boast four-season appeal. With a mix of perennials, shrubs, ornamental grasses, evergreens and annuals, there’s something beautiful to see year-round.
More InformationWould you like to be involved in the gardens at Columbus Commons? Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens invites volunteers to join in the upkeep and development of the Columbus Commons gardens. If you have a green thumb (or want to develop one) please click here for volunteer opportunities.
No matter what your age, there’s something irresistible about a carousel. Columbus Commons is proud to host a breathtaking carousel at the southern end of the park near Jeni's Scoop Shop and Taquero Mad Street Food. The park’s carousel is kinetic art in its finest form. The carousel is currently closed for the season. Check back for updates.
More InformationTo help prevent the spread of COVID-19, the carousel is currently closed until further notice.
Surrounded by the gorgeous gardens, the carousel’s characters were hand-carved by Ohio artists at Mansfield’s Carousel Works. It offers classic fairytale trips atop a princess horse or frog prince. Or try out the OSU Buckeye horse and chariot... along with a host of other fantastically curious creatures.
During some events, carousel rides are free! Otherwise, a $1 token is required. Tokens can be picked up from the nearby token machine next to Jeni's.
The carousel is accessible for all visitors, including those in wheelchairs. If assistance is needed, the security officer on duty is there to help.
Interested in renting out the carousel for a private group? Reach out here!
We encourage the community to take personal photographs at Columbus Commons. Commercial, professional, media, portrait and wedding photography require prior approval from Columbus Commons management and fees may apply.
More InformationPatrons are also encouraged to share their photos on social media using #columbuscommons. Please note, if your photo shoot disturbs other park visitors or involves extensive photography equipment, you may be asked to stop taking photos. Photography is prohibited during scheduled fitness classes unless granted permission in writing from Columbus Commons management.
Commercial, professional, media, portrait and wedding photography require prior approval from Columbus Commons management and fees may apply. To request a photo shoot, complete this form and you will be contacted by Columbus Commons management. For more information about the photography policy at Columbus Commons, click here.
Columbus Commons staff and the media frequently take photos/videos of visitors, which may be used by Columbus Commons and/or its designees in future promotional materials in any media (such as websites, brochures, flyers, blogs, and social media sites). If you are photographed, the photo may be used without your prior consent and without compensation. If you do not want your image used, please avoid the photographer or inform them that you do not wish to be photographed.
The NEOS Electric Playground combines the speed and fun of electronic games with the explosive movement of aerobic exercise to create a high-excitement play experience. With 10 different ways to engage, there’s hours of active play to be had. To help prevent the spread of COVID-19, the NEOS Electric Playground is closed.
Columbus Commons is Downtown’s official recreation center, with a host of accessible activities for all ages. During Open Play, guests can play on the lawn or try out an electronic playground that merges the digital world with big motor movements. To help prevent the spread of COVID-19, Open Play is currently suspended.
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