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The Winter Ice Festival is back starting this weekend at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. Enjoy ice skating on the synthetic rink, watch professional ice carving, and when it’s time to warm up, explore the tropical biomes and Chihuly Collection indoors.

Award-winning comedian and actor, John Mulaney, brings his "Mister Whatever" tour to Columbus' Palace Theatre on Saturday, January 17. Most recently, he’s the host, writer and executive producer of Netflix’s Everybody’s Live with John Mulaney.

Parents' Night Out in the Short North is the perfect opportunity for parents to enjoy an evening out while the kids enjoy fun activities led by museum educators at the Columbus Museum of Art at The Pizzuti. This Friday, while the kids participate in hands-on fun in the galleries and studios from 5-8 p.m., parents can enjoy what the Short North has to offer, whether it's dinner, drinks, shopping, or all the above.

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The Nike Classic comes to the Greater Columbus Convention Center January 17-19. As part of the Nike Circuit and the largest volleyball event in Ohio with over 570 teams competing in 2025, this weekend's event is an opportunity to see some of the best up-and-coming volleyball players in the region. Single-day, two-day and three-day passes are available, and children aged nine and under receive free admission.

The volleyball action in Columbus continues into Saturday night as the Columbus Fury host the Indy Ignite at 7 p.m. at Nationwide Arena. Looking to spice up your game day experience? Purchase a "Mystery Ticket" ahead of Saturday's match and your actual seat location will be revealed when tickets are delivered. You could find yourself seated anywhere in the arena—from the serve zone or risers to center court, or even courtside!

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