Things to do with kids in Columbus — November 2026

Sun, Nov 1 · 10:00 AM

CMA Community Days: Día de los Muertos

Columbus Museum of Art

FreeAll ages

Sun, Nov 1 · 10:00 AM

Community Day at Franklin Park Conservatory

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

With admissionAll ages

Fri, Oct 30 · 7:00 PM

Disney's The Little Mermaid JR. — New Albany Middle School Theatre

McCoy Center for the Arts

PaidAll ages

Wed, Oct 28 · 10:30 AM

Halloween Family Storytime at the Main Library

Columbus Metropolitan Library - Main Library

Through Nov 21

Loft Gallery: Communion with the Unconscious by Alissa Ohashi

Priscilla R. Tyson Cultural Arts Center

Through Nov 21

Main Gallery: Between One and Many by Fatima Taylor

Priscilla R. Tyson Cultural Arts Center

Sun, Nov 1 · 1:00 PM

Tours at Thaddeus Kosciuszko Park

Thaddeus Kosciuszko Park

All ages

Mon, Nov 2 · 6:00 PM

Gordon Korman

Columbus Metropolitan Library - Main Library

Free

Fri, Oct 23

JClub School's Out Days at the JCC

JCC of Greater Columbus

From $60

Mon, Nov 2 · 1:30 PM

LEGO® Printmaking Workshop

Bexley Public Library

Tue, Nov 3 · 4:00 PM

DINO-vember

Delaware County District Library - Liberty Branch Library

Ages 4–12

Thu, Oct 22 · 10:00 AM

Little Explorers' Base Camp at the Columbus Zoo

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

With admission

Tue, Nov 3 · 9:00 AM

Wondrous Roots and Spooky Shoots: School's Out Camp

Franklin Park Conservatory - Wells Barn

From $80

Fri, Nov 6 · 4:15 PM

Kids Cosplay Parade

Delaware County District Library - Delaware Branch Library

Ages 0–12

Fri, Oct 23 · 8:00 PM

Perkins Observatory Friday Evening Program

Perkins Observatory

From $10All ages

Fri, Nov 6 · 4:00 PM

The Great GeekFest

Delaware County District Library - Delaware Branch Library

All ages

Sat, Nov 7 · 12:00 PM

America 250: Armstrong & Flight

Grandview Heights Public Library

Ages 5–12

Sat, Nov 7 · 10:00 AM

Canal Winchester Veterans Day Celebration

Stradley Park

Sat, Nov 7 · 6:30 PM

Fall Fest Parent Survival Night at The Little Gym of Polaris

The Little Gym of Polaris

From $50Ages 3–12

Sat, Nov 7 · 6:00 PM

November Chihuly Night at Franklin Park Conservatory

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

From $17.33All ages

Sun, Nov 8 · 1:30 PM

Care with Confidence: Babysitter Safety Certification — New Albany

Philip Heit Center (Conference Room, 1st floor)

Sun, Nov 8 · 3:00 PM

ProMusica Family Concert at Gahanna Branch Library

Columbus Metropolitan Library - Gahanna Branch

Free

Mon, Nov 9 · 6:00 PM

Erin Entrada Kelly in Conversation with Margaret Peterson Haddix

Columbus Metropolitan Library - Main Library

Tue, Nov 10 · 4:30 PM

D.I.Y. Paratroopers with the National Veterans Memorial & Museum

Columbus Metropolitan Library - Barnett Branch

Free

Tue, Nov 10 · 6:30 PM

School-Age STEM Session

Marysville Public Library (Main Library)

Tue, Nov 10 · 3:30 PM

The Eat the Rainbow Garden Pizza Challenge (Grades 4-6)

Philip Heit Center (Demo Kitchen)

Wed, Nov 11

Dublin Veterans Day Ceremony

Grounds of Remembrance in Dublin Veterans Park

Wed, Nov 11 · 11:00 AM

Gahanna Veterans Day Ceremony

Veterans Memorial Park

Wed, Nov 11 · 11:00 AM

Veterans Day National Ceremony at NVMM

National Veterans Memorial and Museum

Thu, Nov 12 · 6:30 PM

JClub Parent's Nights Out (members only)

JCC of Greater Columbus

With admission

Thu, Nov 12 · 3:30 PM

Nourish Jr.: The Mighty Mug Chef

Philip Heit Center for Healthy New Albany

Thu, Nov 12 · 6:30 PM

The Art of Hand Spinning: Drop-In Demonstration

Pickerington Public Library - Pickerington Main Library

FreeAll ages

Thu, Nov 12 · 4:00 PM

Tweens Create: Lego Club

Columbus Metropolitan Library - Whetstone Branch

Ages 9–12

Tue, Oct 27 · 10:00 AM

Wild Storytime at Infirmary Mound Park

Infirmary Mound Park (Shelter #5 or James Bradley Center)

Fri, Nov 13 · 5:00 PM

Grand Illumination at Easton Town Center

Easton Town Center

Fri, Nov 13 · 7:00 PM

Way Out West: Family Comedy at Westgate Community Center

Westgate Community Center

From $5

Sat, Nov 14

CCT SandBox Series: I Want My Hat Back!

Columbus Children's Theatre

PaidAges 0–5

Sat, Nov 14 · 10:00 AM

Fall Hike at Lobdell Reserve

Lobdell Reserve (Mounts Rd)

FreeAges 5+

Sat, Nov 14 · 10:00 AM

Handmade: Crafting in Early America at Gallant Farm

Gallant Farm

All ages

Sat, Nov 14 · 1:00 PM

Make It, Take It: Bat House at McCammon Creek Park

McCammon Creek Park – Bicentennial Barn

All ages

Sat, Nov 14 · 5:00 PM

Parents' Night Out at The Schoolhouse of New Albany

The Schoolhouse of New Albany

From $50

Sat, Nov 14 · 10:00 AM

Pumpkin Pie Garland Craft

Infirmary Mound Park – James Bradley Center

Sat, Nov 14 · 2:00 PM

Squishmallow Painting

Grandview Heights Public Library

Ages 11–17

Sat, Nov 14 · 1:00 PM

Young Writers Workshop: I Am Momo with Stacie Martin

Delaware County District Library - Liberty Branch Library

From $39.19Ages 4–6

Sun, Nov 15 · 2:00 PM

Peace, Purpose & Power: Youth Wellness Workshop (Ages 11-14)

Philip Heit Center (Classroom)

Ages 11–14

Mon, Nov 16 · 4:30 PM

Folk Stories to Gather Us Together

Bexley Public Library

Mon, Nov 16 · 10:00 AM

The Play Spot Pop-Up Class

Philip Heit Center (Lounge)

Tue, Nov 17 · 6:00 PM

Author Visit: Raúl the Third at Main Library

Columbus Metropolitan Library - Main Library

Free

Tue, Nov 17 · 6:00 PM

LEGO Club @ Delaware

Delaware County District Library - Delaware Branch Library

Ages 6–12

Tue, Nov 17 · 5:30 PM

Sensory-Friendly Light Stroll at Wildlights

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

With admissionAll ages

Thu, Nov 19 · 4:30 PM

Books with Bo: Read to a Therapy Dog in Grove City

Southwest Public Library: Grove City

FreeAll ages

Through Dec 27

Short North Stage: Hairspray

Garden Theater (Short North Stage)

PaidAll ages

Thu, Nov 19 · 6:00 PM

Under the Stars (Live) at The Works SciDome

The Works - SciDome Planetarium

From $15

Fri, Nov 20 · 5:00 PM

FREE Wanderlights

Columbus Commons

Through Jan 3

Wildlights 2026

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

With admission

Sat, Nov 21 · 9:00 AM

Babysitter's Training with First Aid Certification

Columbus Metropolitan Library - Martin Luther King Branch

Ages 12–17

Through Dec 24

Christkindlmarkt Dublin Ohio

Riverside Crossing Park

Sat, Nov 21 · 2:00 PM

Columbus Jazz on Tour at Hilltop Branch Library

Columbus Metropolitan Library - Hilltop Branch

Free

Through Jan 3

Conservatory Aglow 2026

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

PaidAll ages

Sat, Nov 21 · 5:00 PM

FREE Wanderlights

Columbus Commons

Sat, Nov 21

Model Railroad Open Houses at Sandel Legacy Trail Depot

Sandel Legacy Trail (Depot)

All ages

Sat, Nov 21 · 2:00 PM

Sewing for Kids at Dear Garment House

Columbus Fashion Academy — Dear Garment House

From $75Ages 5+

Sun, Nov 22 · 3:00 PM

Family Concert Series: Hilliard Davidson Jazz Ensemble

Columbus Metropolitan Library - Hilliard Branch

Free

Sun, Nov 22 · 5:00 PM

FREE Wanderlights

Columbus Commons

Sun, Nov 22 · 3:30 PM

Nourish Jr.: Thanksgiving Side Dish Stars

Philip Heit Center (Demo Kitchen)

Mon, Nov 23 · 5:00 PM

FREE Wanderlights

Columbus Commons

Mon, Nov 23 · 6:30 PM

Sibling Minute to Win It — Delaware Branch Library

Delaware County District Library - Delaware Branch Library

Free

Tue, Nov 24 · 4:00 PM

Fall Fun Puppet Show at Whetstone Branch Library

Columbus Metropolitan Library - Whetstone Branch

Free

Tue, Nov 24 · 5:00 PM

FREE Wanderlights

Columbus Commons

Tue, Nov 24 · 10:00 AM

Snack Time! Kids' Concert at Canal Winchester Branch Library

Columbus Metropolitan Library - Canal Winchester Branch

Free

Wed, Nov 25 · 1:30 PM

Family Puzzle Cafe

Bexley Public Library

All ages

Wed, Nov 25 · 5:00 PM

FREE Wanderlights

Columbus Commons

Thu, Nov 26 · 8:30 AM

Flying Feather Four Miler and Kids' Gobbler Chase

The Club at Corazon

Paid

Thu, Nov 26 · 5:00 PM

FREE Wanderlights

Columbus Commons

Fri, Nov 27 · 5:00 PM

FREE Wanderlights

Columbus Commons

Fri, Nov 27 · 2:00 PM

Sibling Minute to Win It — Orange Branch Library

Delaware County District Library - Orange Branch Library

Free

Sun, Nov 29 · 2:00 PM

Seeds of Caring Service Project at Dublin Branch Library

Columbus Metropolitan Library - Dublin Branch

Ages 2–12

Sun, Nov 29 · 1:00 PM

Sensory-Friendly Snowflake Castle — Westerville

Westerville Community Center

From $15

Sun, Nov 29 · 12:00 PM

Sunday Funday: Holiday Open House in Old Worthington

Downtown (Old) Worthington

Free

Sun, Nov 29 · 5:30 PM

Worthington Tree Illumination

Village Green (Southeast quadrant)