The latest news from the city.
A guide to Jackie O's On Fourth at 171 North Fourth Street in Columbus, with its 30-tap indoor bar, dog-friendly patio, and the Goood Friends sandwich menu. Includes beer highlights, food prices, and the 7:30 pm age restriction.
The Wexner Center for the Arts hosts its fourth annual, free Día de los Muertos celebration on Friday, Oct. 30, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. with food, dance, and workshops, plus a Brutus-themed drawing contest.
WitchLab is an occult shop and bookstore in Columbus, selling tarot decks, books, handmade herbs and teas, and offering readings and classes. The store is preparing to move in early November 2026 after a lease dispute.
A guide to Halloween around Columbus, with trick-or-treat dates and a look at the local haunts: Fear Columbus, The Haunt Columbus, the non-profit Hudson Haunted House and Kings Island's Halloween Haunt.
The Great Circleville Pumpkin Show, Ohio's oldest festival, runs through Saturday, October 24, with 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. hours. It features over 100,000 pounds of pumpkins, 25 to 30 rides, thousands of pumpkin pies and donuts, and a historic district to explore.
A look at Combustion Brewery & Taproom in Clintonville, at 2971 N High St, with its craft beer and cider, brewery tours, outdoor seating, and dog-friendly atmosphere. Includes hours, to-go options, and the brewery's history.
The Columbus Crew lost the U.S. Open Cup final to St. Louis City SC on penalties after a scoreless 120 minutes at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field on October 21. The club has not won the cup since 2002, and the post looks at the tournament's history and the team's next home games.
Columbus Architectural Salvage sells doors, mantels, lighting, hardware and antiques salvaged from historic Ohio buildings. This post covers the inventory, price range, opening hours and store policies.
The Wexner Center's Unorthodocs documentary festival returns for its 10th year from October 22 to 30, with a single-screen program of premieres and director talks. Part of the FotoFocus Biennial, it runs alongside a month-long regional celebration of photography.
The Columbus Zoo's Lantern Festival runs through October 25, with more than 70 handcrafted LED lanterns, a full schedule of entertainment, food, and animal viewing after hours. Covers hours, new 2026 additions, included rides, and VIP tours.
