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From Tulips To Brews: The Best Spring Festivals In Central Ohio

It’s nearly spring, which means it’s time to start making some plans.

If there’s one thing Columbus and the surrounding communities know how to do, it’s throwing a festival. From cultural gatherings to music festivals to art exhibits and expos, there really is a fest for everyone.

There’s something extra awesome about festivals this time of year. Maybe it’s because we’re saying goodbye to winter and hello to longer days and warmer weather. Or maybe it’s just because the best festivals happen in the spring. Either way, let’s dive into it. We’ve got some plans to make!

March

via Facebook

The Columbus Brew Festival

March 8 | COSI, 333 West Broad St. | Tickets start at $55 (21+ only)
Website: The Columbus Brew Festival

Maple Sugaring In The Hills

March 8-9 | Hocking Hills State Park | Free
Website: Maple Sugaring in the Hills

Dublin St. Patrick’s Day Parade

March 15 | Historic Dublin | Free
Website: Dublin St. Patrick’s Day Parade

4th Annual Greater Columbus Cherry Blossom Festival

March 24-April 15 | Franklin Park and Various Locations| Free
Website: 4th Annual Greater Columbus Cherry Blossom Festival

April

tulip fields
via Timbuk Farms Facebook

Timbuk Tulip Festival 2025

Mid April (subject to blooms) | Timbuk Farms & Garden Center | Tickets are $10
Website: Timbuk Tulip Festival 2025

2025 OhioDance Festival and Conference

April 25-27 | OSU Dance Studios and Barnett Theatre | Prices vary
Website: 2024 OhioDance Festival and Conference

Arbor Day Festival

April 26 | Franklin Park Conservatory | Included with admission
Website: Arbor Day Festival

Earth Day Celebration 2025

April 27 | Genoa Park | Free
Website: Earth Day Celebration 2024

May

asian festival dancers
via Asian Festival Facebook

Ohioana Book Festival

May 3 | State Library of Ohio | Free
Website: Ohioana Book Festival

2025 Central Ohio Folk Festival

May 3-4 | Highbanks Metro Park | Donation-based Entry
Website: 2024 Central Ohio Folk Festival

Delaware Arts Festival

May 17-18 | Downtown Delaware | Free
Website: Delaware Arts Festival

Asian Festival

May 24-25 | Franklin Park | Free
Website: Asian Festival

June

via Facebook

Columbus Arts Festival

June 6-8 | Downtown Riverfront | Free
Website: Columbus Arts Festival

Grove City Wine And Arts Festival

June 13-14 | Historic Grove City Town Center | $30+
Website: Grove City Wine And Arts Festival

Stonewall Columbus Pride Parade & Festival

June 13-14 | Goodale Park & Short North | Free
Website: Stonewall Columbus Pride Parade & Festival

Worthington Arts Festival

June 14-15 | Peggy R. McConnell Arts Center | Free
Website: Worthington Arts Festival

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