July is jam-packed with fun activities all around Ohio! Enjoy sports, animals, music and more with these exciting events that the whole family can get in on.
Red, White & BOOM
Celebrate Independence Day with the largest fireworks display in Ohio! On Thursday, July 3, gather in downtown Columbus for music, food vendors, fireworks and fun! For more information, visit redwhiteandboom.org.
Columbus Crew SC Games
Bring the whole family to cheer on Columbus’s own professional soccer team at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field. There are several home games this July, with Wednesday, July 22 featuring post-match fireworks. The match will kick off at 7:30 p.m. For tickets and more information, check out the Crew’s website.
Zoombezi Bay Summer Nights
More of a nighttime family? Enjoy some late-night fun at Zoombezi Bay! Access all main attractions until 10:00 p.m. on select days this summer, where you can indulge in music, swimming and movies. Check out the event details to choose from dates and movie options!
Westerville Music and Arts Festival
Everyone loves a good opportunity to have a fun time while supporting local artists. With over 120 local artisans, 30 performances and more than 15 food trucks, your entire family is guaranteed to enjoy the Westerville Music and Arts Festival. Come hang out at Heritage Park & Everal Barn near Otterbein University July 11-12. Admission is $2 or free for kids under 10. To view the artists, food and music lineup, check out their website.
Marion County Fair
From live music and fireworks to a rodeo and tractor pull, there is something for everyone at the 175th annual Marion County Fair from June 28-July 4. For specific event dates, times and more details, visit the Marion County Fair website.
Franklin County Fair
For a central Ohio fair full of family fun, you won’t want to miss the Franklin County Fair in Hilliard. This weeklong event from July 20-26 includes monster trucks, farm animals, fishing fun, magic and more.
Ohio State Fair
The Ohio State Fair is the biggest one in the state, and it runs from July 28-August 9. The state’s main event has everything you’d want on a summer day – rides, live entertainment, a petting zoo, helicopter rides, food vendors and more. Check out everything happening during the fair on their website.
Columbus Clippers Games
Summer is the best time for baseball games – especially when it comes to seeing our very own Columbus Clippers! The Clippers play at home 14 times this month downtown at Huntington Park. If you like a good challenge, make sure to stop by on July 28 for Dime-a-Dog night. If that’s not your speed, come see the firework show on July 4 or 17. Visit their website to see their schedule and buy tickets.
Final Friday Concert Series
Who doesn’t love concerts, especially a free outdoor concert? Once a month during the summer, The Brickyard in Mansfield hosts their Final Friday Concert series featuring different artists every month. The July 2026 concert is on the 31st at 5:30 p.m.
Shelby Bicycle Days
With bike rides and tours, a bike decorating contest, food, fireworks, parades and more, Shelby Bicycle Days is a great way to bring the family together for some summer fun. This event celebrates Shelby’s history of manufacturing bikes and takes place July 10-11. View their website for a full list of events and bike routes.
This is just a short list of events going on in July, but we hope something has sparked your interest and encouraged you to get out, have fun and most importantly, STAY HEALTHY!
