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.

HEINZ and Smoothie King: An Unexpected Pairing Shakes Things Up

When you think of HEINZ, chances are ketchup, condiments, and comfort foods come to mind. Smoothie King, on the other hand, is all about fresh blends, fruit-packed smoothies, and health-driven energy boosts. At first glance, these two brands couldn’t be further apart — but... 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.