r/Columbus • u/ScottPompeo • 6d ago

EVENT Things to Do in Columbus: October 22 – October 29, 2026

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Things to Do in Columbus: October 22 – October 29, 2026

Things are getting busy and spooky this week. This week we've got Nerd Nite, WestFest 2026, Nearsited by the Whirlwind Dance Company, Fall Fest featuring live music, art vendors, food & drinks, Dinner Detectives (Costumes encouraged), My Hero Academia in Concert at Palace Theatre. Also check out some of the ongoing fall events like Chihuly Nights and the Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival.

For more spooky events, try the Haunted Statehouse Tour, Rocky Horror Pottery Playshop (Adults Only), Halloween Market at BrewDog, a child friendly Halloween Spooktacular at Ohio Theatre, Groveport's Halloween Block Party, and ongoing events like Boo at the Zoo, or the Mini Halloween Village.

🎃 Halloween Highlights

For TinyACO members, explore events around Central Ohio and join our community gatherings. If you're looking for a friendly group to explore the city with, join the TinyACO Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/tinyaco-legacy-2013/

Thursday, October 22

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Friday, October 23

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Saturday, October 24

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Sunday, October 25

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Monday, October 26

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Tuesday, October 27

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Wednesday, October 28

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Thursday, October 29

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Upcoming Events

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I have become an event organizer with TinyACO (The Incredibly Nerdy Young Adult of Central Ohio). From books to video games, board games to TTRPGS, we host events all around the Columbus area. If you are interested in applying, please check out our meetup group! https://www.meetup.com/tinyaco-legacy-2013/

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r/Columbus • u/clean0002 • 3h ago

FOUND To the person who abandoned their dog...

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On the side of the road on 62 by Blacklick this morning, you are a terrible person. A car three cars ahead of me took a dog out of their car, I am assuming theirs, and dumped her in someone's yard. They put her far enough in the yard and then went back to their car and took off. She started running after them along the road. There were so many cars. I pulled off and grabbed her. I was sure she was going to get hit. It was all very sad.

I was on my way to work and took her back home. Fortunately, my husband is working from home today and my inlaws are in town. We will probably take her to Franklin County Dog Shelter which opens at 10:00 unless someone else has a better suggestion? She seems very sweet. I think she is a French Bulldog.

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r/Columbus • u/SampersandV • 1h ago

PHOTO Keeping it classy

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r/Columbus • u/Diligent_Pineapple35 • 2h ago

REQUEST Is my house a data center?? My Columbus utility bill was $828 this month.

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This bill says water usage was 67.749 CCF and sewage usage was 72.749 CCF. Going back to August 2024, my average CCF has always been well under 20.

For context, my September bill was $56.66 and my August bill was $44.44. When it was quarterly billing prior to that, I was usually between $160-$180.

1600ish sq ft single family home I’ve lived in since 2019. No signs of leaks. No in ground sprinkler system/I’ve never once watered my lawn. No pool. I probably shower less often than I should. Got the new digital meter thingy installed this summer (June or July, maybe?)

Any advice for someone (a plumber?) I can call to confirm no leaks? Anyone else have something like this with the City of Columbus? What was the cause/how did you fix it?

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r/Columbus • u/Pepsiman34 • 9m ago

NEWS Wendy’s receives $1.4 billion purchase offer from a group of investors spearheaded by billionaire and activist investor Nelson Peltz

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And we all know how this will turn out.

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r/Columbus • u/CBJGameWorn • 3h ago

Favorite waiter MIA / etiquette

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Ok, this is awkward and maybe the answer is that I’ll just never know.
We have a favorite waiter at our favorite restaurant, the Avenue in Grandview. From the comments, he is a lot of guests’ favorite. For a few years, we’d request him and we took care of him and he took care of us. The last two times we’ve requested him, he wasn’t there. I can only assume he isn’t on staff but I at least want to know he’s ok. I can’t think of a polite way to ask - probably because there isn’t one. Maybe someone can guess who I mean and just let me know the guy is ok - he really is an amazing dude that my wife and I love and respect. I hope he’s doing great things.

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r/Columbus • u/rusyrius987 • 14h ago

Hey Columbus! Who is this?

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r/Columbus • u/kennywise86 • 52m ago

Quite silly that Trick Or Treat isn’t on Halloween, no?

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I’ve heard it’s for “safety” but people are always going to be celebrating Halloween, no matter the day of the week.

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r/Columbus • u/Motor-Juggernaut9776 • 2h ago

POLITICS In a new Suffolk University/USA TODAY poll only eight out of 360 respondents who were aware of ad featuring Amy Acton's mother changed their mind as a result (seven went from Vivek to Acton and one went from Acton to Vivek)

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https://www.dispatch.com/story/news/politics/2026/10/28/ramaswamy-attack-ad-on-acton-may-have-backfired-ohio-poll-finds/92445056007/

The poll ran from 10/21-10/26, 500 likely voters. 72% (360) of those were aware of the ad:

Nearly three-quarters of those polled, 72%, had seen or heard about the ad within days of its release. But it changed few minds. Seven respondents said the ad caused them to switch from Ramaswamy to Acton. Only one respondent said the ad caused them to switch from Acton to Ramaswamy.

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r/Columbus • u/No-Guava-6961 • 2h ago

President visit timing today

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I have to drive to the south side of town late morning. Does anyone have any idea the timing of them landing and the motorcade going to
Chillicothe? Want to avoid sitting traffic and especially for that guy. Want to preserve my peace and sanity today. Thanks!

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r/Columbus • u/hellosteve_ • 17h ago

NEWS Donatos Pizza made by Robots at CMH

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Video Credit @KevOnStage on YT

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r/Columbus • u/BussinFatLoads • 20h ago

PSA: Instead of hitting your brakes on the highway, just lift off the throttle

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Look, I’m not talking about when you’re coming to a complete stop in traffic or in an exit lane. That’s different.

But the amount of times I see cars hitting their brake on the highway with nothing in front of them is astounding. I can either tell that they’re deciding on an exit, trying to get into a lane, merging, or just thinking in general.

This is how traffic happens. I see brake lights and I’m behind you, I’m assuming you’re slowing down or coming to a complete stop which then I would apply my brakes and the driver behind me will follow.

Just lift off the throttle to your desired speed to do what you need to do; hitting the brake shouldn’t be a default first reaction.

Thanks for coming to my TEDtalk

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r/Columbus • u/Abject_Entrance_261 • 48m ago

Nationwide children’s hospital mental health, is this legal/normal?

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I’ve been emailing nationwide in attempt to obtain my medical records. I recieved my records but when i checked the box to receive photos they didn’t provide any. I was specifically looking for the intake documentation photos they took of me upon arrival to the mental hospital. for context i was a minor (14) at the time and they made me strip to my underwear and bra and a male nurse with a digital camera took numerous photos of me in that position and they explained it was for documentation of my injuries and scars so they couldn’t be held liable if i occurred any new injuries. I’m now an adult but i’ve sent follow up emails looking for these photos, yet they’re saying that they are no photos available for the dates i requested. I know the dates are correct, yet they’re acting like these photos don’t exist. Im extremely uncomfortable with the fact photos of me in that position are out there, yet i don’t have access to them and i don’t know who does. Did anyone else have this experience? Is there a way I can obtain these? It’s pretty distressing thinking about who has these and what’s been done with them if they’re not willing to release them to me.

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r/Columbus • u/Fionasfriend • 2h ago

Why does Columbus have so many oyster bars?

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Hi Columbus,
Out of towner here. I am staying downtown of course and noticed several established oyster bars. I’m surprised and intrigued. What is the connection with Columbus to this kind of seafood? I am a Midwesterner and never thought good fresh oyster were easy to find so far inland. Is there a history here?
Also - what are your recommendations? Which ones should I try?
Thanks in advance!

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r/Columbus • u/crabcakes110 • 1h ago

NEWS Free dental, vision and medical clinic coming to East High School in November

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r/Columbus • u/isitmeyourelooking4x • 1d ago

PHOTO Don't be afraid of the busy parking lot and the line. Go vote. It only took 40 minutes from the time I got in line to walking out the door

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r/Columbus • u/samdasnek • 21h ago

PHOTO Unreal

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r/Columbus • u/Neguete10 • 10h ago

Explosions on I-70 downtown

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Just saw 3 big explosions on the power transmission by the new bridge on I-70 across the river.

Power outage for a few minutes. Came back on quickly

Halloween came early this year. Scary

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r/Columbus • u/fantasyMLShelper • 14h ago

NEWS Flight Deal: $38 nonstop round trip to Miami

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A ton of cheap round trip flights (albeit on Frontier) under $100 to Miami over the next few months.

As low as $38 I've found for varying amounts of days, for example Dec 2-5.

May be a good time to escape during the winter so figured I'd share.

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r/Columbus • u/Independent_dent6237 • 3h ago

PHOTO Affordable Dental Care at Ohio State!

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I'm a dental student at Ohio State's College of Dentistry, and we're currently welcoming new patients! We offer affordable dental care and accept most dental insurances, including Medicaid.

Appointments are typically longer than at a traditional dental office because all treatment is closely supervised and checked by licensed faculty dentists.

Feel free to reach out with any questions. Contact Information is posted on the flyer above.

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r/Columbus • u/DisastrousJello8881 • 22h ago

Can't get out of a Moo Moo Car Wash Membership?

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Did you purchase a membership from Moo Moo and can't get it cancelled?

Report it to the Ohio Attorney General.

File Complaints - Ohio Attorney General

When I wanted a single month of unlimited car washes, I was not made aware that they took my card information and would charge it monthly.

Every time I went in person to cancel, I was told they couldn't do it there.

It took me writing to the AG that I couldn't get my membership cancelled for MooMoo to inform me I could have done it online. I was never given any user details to be able to do it online.

The quickest way to cancel your membership is to file a complaint with the Ohio AG. I have also been informed that they will investigate issues like these if there is a pattern.

Report MooMoo to the Ohio AG. You want your money back and your membership cancelled.

Edit: Hey MooMoo corporate, instead of saying I shouldn't use the Ohio AG for something like this, why don't you explain to everyone what you think is an appropriate use of the Ohio AG office?

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r/Columbus • u/Garrett42 • 54m ago

NEWS Jesse Vogel - Issue 9 is a reasonable response by council members to Our City Our Say's organizing

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"I disagree with the characterization that Issue 9 is nothing more than an attempt by politicians to hold onto their power... It is not perfect, but neither is Issue 8. Issue 9 addresses real concerns, including from Black community and faith leaders about racial representation under the current maps, and labor leaders who worry about how to address city-wide public infrastructure needs under a district-only system... Personally, I will vote yes on both Issues 8 and 9." Vogel said.

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r/Columbus • u/Sprinkles-Upbeat • 1h ago

REQUEST Free to a good home!!

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EDIT: NOT FREE, WILL REQUIRE A REHOMING FEE

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My partner and I found a stray dog the other day on I-70... She doesn't appear injured other than a small limp in her back left leg, but no bones appear broken... The limp has almost completely subsided today.

She's not spayed and appears to have had a recent litter given her nipples are large. Otherwise, appears in good health, listened to her belly, heart, and lungs, and all appar to check out... We dewormed her, washed/killed all the fleas on her, given her a flea and tick medication, the works.

If anyone is willing/able to adopt her, we'll provide 4 months of the flea/tick/worm medication along with some other basic amenities.

She appears to be decently housebroken, only having a few accidents at first either out of stress, or some mild scent marking due to other dogs in the house.

She's an ABSOLUTE sweetheart and just wants to snuggle and be with you. She'll win your heart over in an instant. Feel free to DM me if you or anyone you know is able to give her a good home. (As soon as possible please, we'd keep her if our current dog wasn't reactive 😭)

We named her Strelka cause her eye patch looks exactly like the Russian space dog Strelka (Strelka and Belka mission)

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r/Columbus • u/isitmeyourelooking4x • 1d ago

PHOTO I'm tired of all this winning

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r/Columbus • u/MalPB2000 • 17h ago

NEWS City of Dublin plans to remove 100 deer through deer management program beginning Sunday

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