Courtesy of Franklin Park Conservatory
Oct. 13-17, 20-24, 27-31
Pumpkins Aglow
5-9 p.m.
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, 1777 E. Broad St., Columbus
Come out for the botanical gardens’ Halloween transformation as hundreds of glowing jack-o-lanterns and Halloween decorations line the Conservatory’s grounds. The event features live entertainment, food vendors and fall-inspired goods for sale by local artists.
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Oct. 14-15
Halloween Spooktacular
Thursday, 4-8 p.m., Friday 1-5 p.m.
Coffman Park, 5200 Emerald Pkwy., Dublin
Guests of all ages are welcome at Dublin’s annual Halloween Spooktacular. The event features a Trunk or Treat Trail, Halloween-themed art exhibits and dance performances, a professional pumpkin carver, and much more.
Oct. 16
Halloween Hop
11 a.m.-2 p.m., sign up for a one-hour time slot
Graves Hall, 333 W. 10th Ave., Columbus
The Columbus Speech & Hearing Center presents its 6th Annual Halloween Hop this Saturday. The event will feature trick-or-treating, magic shows, interactive musical performances, Halloween-themed crafts and more. Tickets for a one-hour time slot must be purchased in advance.
Courtesy of Columbus Donut & Beer Festival
Oct. 16
Donut & Beer Festival
2-7 p.m.
Huntington Park, 330 Huntington Park Ln., Columbus
With more than 20 different donuts and beer vendors throughout Columbus, this festival is a great way to spend an October Saturday. The festival offers four different ticket options, including a VIP package with early entry. Tickets must be prepurchased and presented upon arrival.
Courtesy of Columbus Marathon
Oct. 17
Columbus Marathon
7:30 a.m.
North Bank Park, 311 W. Long St., Columbus
Nationwide Children’s Hospital presents the Columbus Marathon and half-marathon this Sunday. With Angel and Encore Miles dedicated to Nationwide patients, the Columbus Marathon is an easy way to stay active while supporting a great cause. Runners of all experience levels can participate and walking is welcome and encouraged.
Oct. 14
Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Arizona Coyotes
7 p.m.
Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd., Columbus
The Blue Jackets kick off their season tonight hosting the Coyotes at home. After a series of change-ups, the Blue Jackets now hold the youngest opening night roster in the NHL with an average age of 25.71. Watch for that young team to prove itself out on the ice.
Check out our other roundups for what to do this weekend!
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