We've compiled a list of local festivals and fun throughout the NW Columbus area this holiday weekend. Find your Memorial Day Weekend fun around Columbus and the surrounding cities like Dublin, Powell, Plain City, Worthington and more!
There are also a number of spots that are hosting parades and events for Memorial Day, honoring our U.S. military personnel who selflessly gave their lives serving in the armed forces.
Festivals and Events
Columbus Asian Festival
Franklin Park 10 am - 8pm on Saturday and 10 am - 6 pm on Sunday
The annual event promotes the importance of cultural diversity by showcasing Asian heritage and features dragon boat racing.
Find details HERE. May 25-26, 2024
Ohio Black Expo & Culture Festival
The festival runs Thursday through Sunday, and includes a business conference, youth summit, golf classic and a networking happy hour.
Details are available HERE
May 23-26, 2024
Free Family Fun Day
Start your summer with a free party at the park - Columbus Commons. And by party, we mean HOURS of free family-friendly fun. Find details HERE. May 25, 2024
Jeni's Strawberry Jam Festival
Strawberry Jam, returns this Memorial Day weekend. Doors open at 11 a.m. on Saturday, 5/25 and Sunday, 5/26 at Land-Grant Brewing. There will be food, drinks, music, and fun for the whole fam. It's the official kickoff to summer we all deserve. Find details HERE. May 25 - 26, 2024
Free Carousel Rides
Pick your pony, hop on, and enjoy the fun – and free – carousel ride at the Commons. Of course, convivial calliope music also included. Find details HERE
Don't miss our list of Pools and Farmers Markets that will be opening throughout Columbus, and don't forget to check our Events Calendar for age appropriate fun near you!
Parades and Ceremonies
Dublin
Memorial Day Ceremony Monday, May 27, 2024 from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
See more information HERE
City of Powell
Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony Monday, May 27 at 10 am
See more information HERE
Plain City's
Memorial Day Parade, Monday May 27 at 10 am
See more information HERE
Grove City
Memorial Parade and Service. The parade will start at 11 am
See more information HERE
Columbus' own National Veterans Memorial and Museum will hold its annual Remembrance Ceremony, Monday May 27 at 10 am.
See more information HERE
Worthington Memorial Day Parade
Sponsored by American Legion, the parade begins Monday, May 27 at 10 am
See more information HERE
Memorial Day Ceremony at Walnut Grove Cemetery
Every Memorial Day, Leasure-Blackston Post 239 of the American Legion sponsors the Worthington Memorial Day Parade and the Memorial Day Service. The parade starts at the American Legion Post and ends in Walnut Grove Cemetery at the Circle of Honor, where American Legion Post 239 holds their Memorial Day Service to honor our fallen veterans. The Service begins following the parade, which is approximately at noon. It is a touching site to see all of the flags marking over 1,300 Veteran’s grave sites in Walnut Grove Cemetery.
See more information HERE
Deals and Discounts for Veterans!
*Please note most deals require proof of Military ID. Deals can vary by location and state. Please be sure to check the restaurant or business individually before
Wendy’s: Members of WeSalute will get special coupon savings on patriotic holidays, including Memorial Day, as well as qualify for other Wendy’s discounts all year long.
Adidas: Members of the military, veterans, first responders, teachers, doctors, nurses, hospital employees, and seniors 65+ are all part of a group that's eligible for exclusive discounts from adidas.
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium: Active and non-active duty military personnel receive a $2 discount on up to 6 tickets when they show a valid military ID. Tickets must be purchased at the Zoo front gate. more info here
Asics: In appreciation of Service Members, Asics offer a military discount of 25% off qualifying full-priced products bot online and in retail stores.
Converse: All active, reservist, veteran and retired US Military personnel, as well as the spouses and dependents of active personnel can get a 10% discount from Converse.
Dairy Queen: Some locations offer military and veterans discounts up to 50% off select items or orders. More info here
Golden Corral: Active duty, veteran and retired military personnel can get 10 to 20% off at participating Golden Corral locations with valid ID.
Home Chef: Military personnel and veterans can get 50% off of their first purchase from Home Chef and 10% off all additional boxes.
Home Depot: Apply online at Home Depot and active military and veterans can enjoy a daily 10% discount in stores and online—up to $400 a calendar year. The discount is also available to current spouses of service members enrolled in the program.
Hulu: If you sign up for Hulu through MyExchange, you can get a 25% off each month of the streaming service if you sign up for a monthly subscription through MyExchange. This is only for Hulu with ads.
Jiffy Lube: Active duty, retired and veteran military personnel can score 15% off year-round at select Jiffy Lube locations. More info here
Mattress Firm: Verify your status online and you will be emailed a coupon code for an extra 10-20% off at Mattress Firm. Spouses and registered dependents are also eligible to enjoy the discount! You can apply for a new single-use discount every 90 days.
Melting Pot: Participating Melting Pot locations offer military appreciation discounts throughout the year—often increasing the discount around Memorial Day. Check your local restaurant for details.
Omaha Steaks: Omaha Steaks offers a $10 military discount on online orders for active-duty military, retirees, veterans, spouses and dependents who verify online.
O’Reilly Auto Parts: Eligible active duty, retired and veteran military personnel and their immediate family members can get 10% off the retail price of in-store items at O’Reilly Auto Parts, with some exceptions. Just present proof at the register.
Rosetta Stone: Rosetta Stone offers a 10% military discount to active duty, retired and veteran military personnel. Verification is required through ID.me.
Sherwin-Williams: Paint the town red, white and blue! Sherwin-Williams offers a 15% military discount to active duty, retired and veteran military personnel and spouses year-round.
Under Armour: Under Armour offers a 20% discount for active duty and retired military and veterans as well as their families. First responders, nurses, teachers, doctors and EMTs are also eligible for the discount, which is sometimes upped to 40 percent off for a limited time.
We will continue to update our Macaroni Kid NW Columbus Memorial Day Guide with events as they are posted, so check back often!
Do you know of a family-friendly spring event taking place in the NW Columbus area that isn't listed here? Please submit your event here and we will add it to our list!
