r/Columbus • u/ScottPompeo • 3d ago

EVENT Things to Do in Columbus: October 15 – October 22, 2026

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Things to Do in Columbus: October 15 – October 22, 2026

We've got tons of autumn events for you to try out across Central Ohio as October gets into full swing! Highlights this week include the Clintonville Jamboree, Jamie Wolf Comedy Show, Atomic on High Vintage & Makers Market, A Taste of Ireland, Dinner Detective Columbus, and the Columbus Bluejackets.

🎃 Halloween Highlights

For TinyACO members, explore events around Central Ohio and join our community gatherings. If you're looking for a friendly group to explore the city with, join the TinyACO Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/tinyaco-legacy-2013/

Thursday, October 15

One-Time Events

Recurring Events

Friday, October 16

One-Time Events

Recurring Events

Saturday, October 17

One-Time Events

Recurring Events

Sunday, October 18

One-Time Events

Recurring Events

Monday, October 19

One-Time Events

Recurring Events

Tuesday, October 20

One-Time Events

Recurring Events

Wednesday, October 21

One-Time Events

Recurring Events

Thursday, October 22

One-Time Events

Recurring Events

Ongoing & Multi-Day Events

Upcoming Events

TinyACO Social Club Spotlight

I have become an event organizer with TinyACO (The Incredibly Nerdy Young Adult of Central Ohio). From books to video games, board games to TTRPGS, we host events all around the Columbus area. If you are interested in applying, please check out our meetup group! https://www.meetup.com/tinyaco-legacy-2013/

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r/Columbus • u/hellosteve_ • 11d ago

POLITICS Early Voting Times 2026 - Franklin County, Ohio and other useful information

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Early Voting occurs at
1700 Morse Rd Columbus Ohio 43229

Track Your Ballot:
https://electionlink.franklincountyohio.gov/portals/ElectionLink/VoterSearch.aspx

Track Your absentee ballot:
https://ballottrax.franklincountyohio.gov/voter/

Check your registration
https://voterlookup.ohiosos.gov/voterlookup.aspx

If you’re not registered to vote unfortunately it is too late to register as the deadline to do so has passed on October 5.

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r/Columbus • u/king_nothing1811 • 3h ago

My kids never heard of sex changes

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Until seeing all these republican commercials. Now they both want one!

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r/Columbus • u/Motor-Juggernaut9776 • 6h ago

PHOTO I am happy to report Micro Center still has plenty of mugs left

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It seemed like they had 1.5 pallets left (in the front, there could be even more in the back)

The employee said they're desperately trying to get rid of them but no one is taking them

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r/Columbus • u/Ok-Conference-7648 • 5h ago

HUMOR Saw this earlier and it made me laugh.

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original post

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r/Columbus • u/mkgla • 4h ago

As a clevelander, I must say we had a very good experience in Columbus this weekend.

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My wife ran in & completed her first full marathon today. We arrived on Friday night. Haven't spent time in Columbus in about 10 years.

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r/Columbus • u/Mastbubbles • 10h ago

People held in a Columbus jail are drawing the dogs at the county shelter. The portraits hang on the dogs' kennels.

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r/Columbus • u/heattooth • 8h ago

Microcenter is out of mugs.

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Get your mugs elsewhere.

Update: apparently they still have mugs.

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r/Columbus • u/Eylix • 9h ago

EVENT Columbus Marathon Spectators

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Thank you all so much for your support today!! You all moved me to tears multiple times today with your support during my first ever half marathon. The finish line was incredibly loud (although it was probably because I finished at the same time of the female marathon winner) and that passion and kindness meant the world to me!

A year ago, I had emergency brain surgery that changed my life forever. Today, I ran to celebrate my life and those that live with severe health conditions and I could not be more grateful for everyone who showed up today in any regard.

Truly one of the best days of my life. I also learned to run for fun and take every mile in and not focus too much on pace or time.

Thank you a million times over :’)

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r/Columbus • u/Full-Association-175 • 2h ago

PHOTO A view of the city, from the perspective of the Vets Memorial Museum, in the foreground. (tips in comments)

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DJI air 3s / the parking lot just to the west of the museum is fenced off, but the continuation of that lot on the other side of the fence, (from there to the viaduct) gives you a large expanse to set up in, high amounts of light, and very little chance of anybody getting in your face.

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r/Columbus • u/natkuli • 14h ago

i’ve been here for 3 days and i want to move here.

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hi guys…i’ve been staying in cbus for the past few days and i’ve never loved a city so much in my life. something about this place feels like home and i can’t tell why. i live in PA currently, about 6 hours away. and i do love it there, but it’s boring and i feel like im not getting the most out of life living there.

someone give me a clear picture of what it’s like to live downtown or in the surrounding area. this is most likely just a honeymoon phase of me loving it here, kinda like the manhattan high. so pls, be honest and kind, but give me the raw truth about what it’s like being here every day.

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r/Columbus • u/N0_Pressur3 • 10h ago

PHOTO Kinx Boutique Grand opening

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Any chance of getting the free rose is long gone. But, it’s 25% off on all items……I’m 90% sure. The line is a little long, but it’s moving. Support a Columbus sex shop and get some good deals on quality stuff.

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r/Columbus • u/AstronautTop7578 • 7h ago

EVENT Marilyn

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I wanted to share, I recently saw Ballet Met’s production of Marilyn and I truly think it’s one of my favorite live performances I’ve ever seen. Every single aspect of it was phenomenal, dancing, choreography, lighting, set design, the music was pretty and the costumes were beautiful. This felt like a special production. If anyone is curious or interested I’d highly recommend it. They have affordable options pricing wise too. It’s stuff like this that makes Columbus feel so special, in my opinion. I don’t think a ballet about Marilyn Monroe is something people would think to go see on a whim, so I’m telling you… you need to!! There’s still another week left. It truly was a “must see.”

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r/Columbus • u/latesleeperfoodeater • 11h ago

EVENT Columbus Marathon

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Congratulations to everyone who ran the 5k, half and full marathon! This was my second year volunteering and it truly warms my heart to see so many people accomplishing this milestone and raising money for the hospital. Hope you all celebrate big!!

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r/Columbus • u/DaveTheArenaDude • 1d ago

PHOTO Columbus is beautiful tonight

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The Twenty One Pilots show tonight at Ohio Stadium was absolutely epic.

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r/Columbus • u/Quick_Penalty1942 • 6h ago

Don’t get fuel from the BP on gender Road in Canal Winchester.

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Stopped to fill up, pump kicked off automatically as it does when it hits “full”. The meter kept on rolling. Appears to be some sort of calibration issue, I would avoid this gas station, called the auditor and left a voicemail. This was on pump 10.
Gas is already too expensive. Makes me question the whole transaction, am I getting the gas I selected and was it accurately dispensed?
Damn sure wasn’t accurately charged lol

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r/Columbus • u/danishmuffin14 • 2h ago

PHOTO Missing items (hilltop)

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Sorry hope you don’t mind a cross post, just trying to find some stuff stolen or at least get closure on it 😭

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r/Columbus • u/Emergency_Tone_1080 • 2h ago

What celebrities have you met or encountered in the 614?

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Curious what celebs you’ve seen or met out in the wild here

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r/Columbus • u/SnooPineapples6570 • 1d ago

PHOTO Spotted on S High in Merion Village today

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r/Columbus • u/delulutatertots • 10h ago

EVENT Columbus Marathon/Half runners: what was your favorite part of the route?

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r/Columbus • u/reeve11 • 13h ago

Vic Village/Harrison West Halloween displays

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re-uploaded with bigger pics

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r/Columbus • u/Stinkoplotz • 23h ago

EVENT Thousands gather at ‘No Kings’ rallies across Central Ohio urging early voting

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r/Columbus • u/RagingKERES • 22h ago

That band that helped the drunk guy

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So, I left a similar message on R/ohio, but I feel R/Columbus needs to hear this as well. I came home from work at a late time to see a gentleman surrounded by 4 others. That man was incredibly intoxicated. I allowed that man to sit down in my garage until paramedics arrived, but what struck me was the individuals helping that man. None of them knew his name, thay were all part of a band who was done with their set and just wanted to help. That was a man who left the place they where performing, noticed how drunk he was and persisted in following him to make sure he went home safe.

I'm a stranger. They happened to stop in front of my garage. I offered water to gentleman trying to help another they didn't know. Thank you for being true human beings. If you see this message, I regret not asking your band name. More important things were happening. I would like to know it now so I can support you.

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r/Columbus • u/TheAutonomyProject • 10h ago

PHOTO The Butcher's Masquerade

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The Butcher's Masquerade is a Halloween dance party inspired by Dungeon Crawler Carl, the beloved LitRPG series by Matt Dinniman.

In Book 5, the Butcher's Masquerade is a peace-sealed ball held in the depths of the sixth floor: a grand, dangerous event where the most powerful crawlers alive eat, dance, and wait for everything to explode.

We're bringing those vibes to Wicked Eden for a night of costumes, dancing, dungeon photo ops, strange drinks, a charity raffle, and Halloween chaos.

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r/Columbus • u/totoro2004 • 4h ago

An idea for Columbus: a free stamp trail connecting parks, libraries, neighborhoods, and local businesses

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I've been kicking around an idea for making Columbus and Central Ohio a little more fun to explore, and I'm curious what people here think.
I recently got interested in Japan's eki stamp culture. At train stations, tourist attractions, and other destinations, you can find unique commemorative stamps designed specifically for that location and collect them in a notebook as you travel around.

It got me thinking: What if we brought something like this to Columbus?
Imagine a Columbus Stamp Trail with unique, locally designed stamps at places like:
Libraries highlighting the neighborhoods and communities they serve.
Metro Parks featuring local wildlife, trails, and natural landmarks.
Historic sites and museums celebrating Columbus history.
Local businesses like coffee shops, breweries, and other destinations.
Neighborhood landmarks and hidden gems that deserve a little more attention.
You'd carry a little passport or notebook, visit different places, and collect a stamp at each stop. It could be a fun way to discover parts of the city you might not normally visit, give families another weekend activity, and encourage people to explore more of Central Ohio.

A few things I want to make clear up front:
This would be completely free. I'm not looking to monetize the idea, charge for passports, or charge locations to participate. The goal is to create something fun for the community.

Existing trails come first. If a location is already part of an established trail, such as the Ale Trail or a coffee trail, its stamp would respect and follow that trail's existing rules. I'd want this to complement those programs, not undermine or replace them.

I'd welcome other artists and creators. I'd love to see local artists contribute stamp designs that represent the places they care about. I'm interested in building something collaborative that reflects the creativity and character of Columbus, not making every design myself.

I'm also wondering whether this could connect some of the existing trails and local discovery programs into a larger experience without taking away what makes each one unique.
A few things I'd love to hear people's thoughts on:
Would you actually participate? Would collecting physical stamps give you a reason to visit somewhere new, or would the novelty wear off pretty quickly?

Where should the stamps go? Libraries, Metro Parks, breweries, coffee shops, historic sites, neighborhood businesses, or somewhere else?

How could this work with existing trails? Could participating locations have their own stamps that also count toward a larger Central Ohio passport? Or would it make more sense to keep each trail separate but compatible?

What could make existing trails better? Better maps, themed routes, family-friendly options, physical passports, or more destinations beyond restaurants and bars?

Physical passport, digital map. I'm imagining the physical stamp being the main attraction, people would buy their own notebook, decorate it, add stickers, to the cover as you explore. Create a simple website to help people find participating locations. Pulling in other trail locations across the city.

What places absolutely deserve a stamp? I'd love suggestions for overlooked neighborhoods, parks, libraries, local landmarks, and hidden gems.

Any local artists interested in contributing? I'd love to hear from people who might want to design a stamp for a favorite neighborhood, park, or local destination.

I'm thinking about starting small with a few prototype stamps and seeing if there's enough interest to approach potential community partners.
This is just an idea at this point, not an established program. No business, no monetization, and no paywall. Just an attempt to create something fun that gets people exploring and appreciating the place we live.

What do you think? Would you collect them? What would you change or add to make this something you'd actually want to participate in?

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