Trouble seeing this message? View in browser | | | With family-friendly exhibitions at our world-class attractions, can't-miss events and fresh menus from our nationally recognized culinary spots, there's never been a better time to plan your trip to Columbus. Come see why Afar named Columbus a top place to visit in 2025 and say "yes" to unforgettable experiences this summer. | | | Enter to Win Columbus Arts Festival VIP Package | Submit your name by June 3 for a chance to win. | Experience Columbus is giving away a four-pack of VIP Patron Packages to the 2025 Columbus Arts Festival, happening June 6-8. Each package includes access to the exclusive VIP tent all weekend, drink tickets, free bottled water, coffee and snacks, a ticket to the Patron Party on Friday, June 6, and more! | | | Your Complete Guide to Fourth of July Celebrations in Columbus | This year, July 4 falls on a Friday! | Whether you're heading to the Midwest's largest fireworks display at Red, White & BOOM! on July 3, or you're gearing up for a city parade, we've got everything you need to celebrate the holiday in Columbus. | | | Must-Visit Rooftop Bars and Restaurants | With warm weather on the way, check out our list of spots where you can take in stunning skyline views while enjoying a delicious drink or bite to eat. | | Top Spots to Play Pickleball in Columbus | Pickleball is beloved as both a serious sport and a casual hobby for picklers of all ages. Read below for some of our favorite places to play this summer. | | | COSI's Unofficial Galaxies Exhibit Now Open | Explore one of the largest Star Wars fan collections in the world. | Run, don’t Ewok, to the Unofficial Galaxies exhibit, happening now through Sept. 1 at COSI. This one-of-a-kind experience features iconic characters, props, ships, costumes and more that will have absolutely no one saying “I’ve got a bad feeling about this.” | | | | | Happy Hour at Rusty Bucket | Unwind at Rusty Bucket for Happy Hour, Monday–Friday from 3–6pm! Enjoy $12 pizzas, $7 Juicy Lucy burgers, half-off apps, and $1 off beer, wine, and cocktails. Good times, fresh drinks, great bites—always better at your neighborhood Bucket. | | | Discover Columbus' Literary Scene | Columbus is a literary paradise. With standout events like the Columbus Book Festival, 14+ indie bookstores, and renowned authors such as Maggie Smith, Hanif Abdurraqib, and R.L. Stine, it’s easy to see why the city is a book lover’s dream. | | iHeart Acoustic Summer Series | This summer, Experience Columbus is partnering with iHeart Media for an exclusive, giveaway-only acoustic series of live outdoor performances. Follow @ExperienceColumbus and join the Insiders Club for details when they drop. | | | |