Hot Hits Weekend Best Bets – 9/12-9/14/25

What’s Going On in Columbus & Central Ohio (Sept. 12–14) FRIDAY, SEPT. 12 The Columbus Jazz Orchestra, featuring Byron Stripling, performs at Bicentennial Park from 5:00 to 9:30 p.m. Reynoldsburg hosts its Blues and Brews festival, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., with live blues music,... Read More.

Hot Hits Weekend Best Bets – 9/5-9/7/25

Columbus Oktoberfest returns to the Ohio Expo Center and State Fairgrounds, offering free admission with plenty of live entertainment, hearty fare and beer. The festival runs Friday from 5 p.m. to midnight, Saturday from noon to midnight and Sunday from noon to 8 p.m. Central... Read More.

Hot Hits Weekend Best Bets – 8/29-9/1/25

This Labor Day weekend, Columbus and Central Ohio will hum with a dynamic mix of cultural festivals, sporting drama, and lively community events— appealing to families, fans of nerd culture, foodies, and art lovers alike. Matsuricon Marks Its 20th AnniversaryKicking off Thursday, Aug. 28, and... Read More.

Hot Hits Weekend Best Bets – 8/22-8/24/2025

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Central Ohio will be bustling this weekend, Aug. 22–24, 2025, with a lively mix of aviation spectacle, festivals, family-friendly attractions, and cultural happenings. Headliner: Columbus Air Show The spotlight falls on the Columbus Air Show at Rickenbacker International Airport, running Friday through... Read More.

Hot Hits Weekend Best Bets – 8/15-8/17/2025

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — A vibrant mix of culture, cuisine and celebration returns to the region this weekend as Columbus and surrounding communities host several major events that appeal to a variety of interests. CBUS Soul® FestDowntown Columbus will come alive with music, heritage and... Read More.

Hot Hits’ Weekend Best Bets – 8/8-8/10/2025

olumbus and its surrounding communities are buzzing with a wide range of events this weekend, offering everything from music and arts to cultural celebrations and local flavor. Concerts and music• At Newport Music Hall on Friday, Aug. 8, fans can catch Fitz and The Tantrums,... Read More.

Hot Hits Weekend Best Bets – 8/1-8/3/2025

COLUMBUS, Ohio (Aug. 1, 2025) — This weekend, Central Ohio will buzz with diverse festivities ranging from traditional fairs to cultural celebrations, offering something for every taste. The Ohio State Fair, held at the Ohio Expo Center through Sunday, remains a highlight. This year’s fair features... Read More.

Hot Hits Weekend Best Bets – 7/25-7/27/25

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – Central Ohio is set for a lively weekend as fairs, festivals, concerts and family events unfold from Friday, July 25, through Sunday, July 27, 2025. 🎪 Ohio State Fair Hits Full Swing What & When: The annual Ohio State Fair runs through... Read More.

Hot Hits’ Weekend Best Bets – Weekend of 7/18-7/20/25

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – Central Ohioans can expect a lively weekend as a mix of festivals, family programs and outdoor adventures fill the schedule from Friday, July 18, through Sunday, July 20. 🎶 Jazz & Rib Fest What: The ever‑popular Jazz & Rib Fest returns to... Read More.

Hot Hits’ Weekend Best Bets 7/11-7/13

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — A wide array of events will entertain Central Ohio residents from Friday, July 11 through Sunday, July 13, 2025, offering something for literature lovers, music fans, car aficionados and community seekers alike. BOOK FESTIVAL ON SATURDAY AND SUNDAYThe annual Columbus Book Festival returns... Read More.