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

Dublin St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 9 | Historic Dublin | Free
Website: Dublin St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The Columbus Brew Festival
March 9 | COSI, 333 West Broad St. | Tickets start at $55 (21+ only)
Website: The Columbus Brew Festival
Maple Sugaring In The Hills
March 9-10 | Hocking Hills State Park | Free
Website: Maple Sugaring in the Hills
April

Timbuk Tulip Festival 2024
April 16-30 | Timbuk Farms & Garden Center | Tickets are $10
Website: Timbuk Tulip Festival 2024
Ohioana Book Festival
April 20 | Columbus Metropolitan Main Library | Free
Website: Ohioana Book Festival
2024 OhioDance Festival and Conference
April 26-28 | OSU Dance Studios and Barnett Theatre | Prices vary
Website: 2024 OhioDance Festival and Conference
Earth Day Celebration 2024
April 27 | Genoa Park | Free
Website: Earth Day Celebration 2024
Taste of Granville 2024
April 27 | Bryn Du Mansion | $50
Website: Taste of Granville 2024
May

Urban Air Appalachian Adventure
May 2-4 | Logan, OH | Free
Website: Urban Air Appalachian Adventure
2024 Central Ohio Folk Festival
May 4-5 | Highbanks Metro Park | Donation-based Entry
Website: 2024 Central Ohio Folk Festival
Delaware Arts Festival
May 18-19 | Downtown Delaware | Free
Website: Delaware Arts Festival
Columbus Taco Fest
May 18-19 | Genoa Park | Free
Website: Columbus Taco Fest
Asian Festival
May 25-26 | Franklin Park | Free
Website: Asian Festival
June

Columbus Arts Festival
June 7-9 | Downtown Riverfront | Free
Website: Columbus Arts Festival
Grove City Wine And Arts Festival
June 14-15 | Historic Grove City Town Center | $30+
Website: Grove City Wine And Arts Festival
Stonewall Columbus Pride Parade & Festival
June 14-15 | Goodale Park & Short North | Free
Website: Stonewall Columbus Pride Parade & Festival
Worthington Arts Festival
June 15-16 | Peggy R. McConnell Arts Center | Free
Website: Worthington Arts Festival
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