Memorial Day weekend gets a sweet start at Land-Grant × Jeni's Strawberry Jam, happening May 23-24. The brewery and Columbus-born ice cream favorite are teaming up for two full days of strawberry season fun across the Land-Grant Taproom + Beer Garden, Town Street, McDowell Street, Gravity Experience Park and the Extension Innovation Taproom. It's an easy pick for anyone looking to ease into the long weekend with something casual, local and delicious.

The Columbus Aviators are back at Historic Crew Stadium on Saturday, May 23, taking on the Birmingham Stallions at 3 p.m. Whether you're already following the season or just looking for a fun weekend outing, it's a great reason to spend the afternoon in the stands while enjoying the energy of spring football. As a subscriber, enjoy an exclusive 35% ticket discount.

A beloved Memorial Day weekend tradition, the Asian Festival returns to Franklin Park on May 23-24. The free, two-day celebration brings together food, performances, cultural displays and community programming, drawing more than 100,000 visitors each year. Stop by Saturday from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. or Sunday from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. to experience one of Central Ohio's signature cultural festivals.

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The Ohio Black Expo Riverfront Culture Fest + Convention returns Memorial Day weekend, May 23-24, bringing #BlackExpollence to downtown Columbus. The celebration showcases food, music, art, workshops, networking and more, with 150+ vendors, food trucks, concerts, celebrity appearances and family-friendly experiences. It's a high-energy weekend built around culture, connection and community.

Short North Stage's The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee continues its run at the Garden Theater now through June 7. The musical comedy follows six wonderfully quirky young spellers as they compete for a championship, complete with laugh-out-loud songs, audience participation and plenty of heart. Grab your dictionary and settle in for a sharp, snarky and delightfully fun night at the bee.

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