Things to Do with Little Ones in Columbus This Weekend (Oct 16–22)

Saturday, sorted

A Saturday that actually works.

Here’s how we’d do Saturday, Oct 17. Tap either stop for the details.

NAPHome by 1:30 for nap. Car seat, stroller, whatever works.

Every outing this week

Find your thing

On the horizon

Coming up

OCT 23 – 29Halloween weekendMore trick-or-treating, a few costume parades and some gentle spooky stuff. The list goes out next Friday.Get it in your inbox → OCT 31Trick-or-treat night guideNeighborhood hours and the streets that are easy with a stroller. Early ones too, for kids who are asleep by 7.Get notified → NOVEMBERFirst holiday lightsThe first holiday lights in town, and which ones you can see before bedtime.See it first →

Good questions

Outings for little ones in Columbus: the FAQ

What can I do with a little one in Columbus this weekend?

This week we found 23 outings that work for kids ages 0–6. Our top three: Boo at the Zoo, CCT SandBox Series: Abuela, Toddler Monster Mash. See the full list.

Are there free things to do with little ones in Columbus this week?

Yes, 14 of this week’s 23 picks are free, including library storytimes and Trick or Treat Trail at Gallant Woods. Tap “Free” in Find your thing.

What can we do with a little one in Columbus when it rains?

8 picks this week are indoors, mostly library programs and shows. Tap “Rainy-day OK” in Find your thing.

How do you pick what goes on the list?

We look at venue and library calendars every week and only list things we can confirm on the organizer’s own page. We lean toward things that fit around naps and don’t need a long walk.

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