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4 Can’t-Miss 2025 Summer Festivals in Columbus, Ohio

by Holly Riddle

Apr 1, 2025

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Destinations / North America

Summer festival season will soon be in full swing, and Columbus, Ohio, has an impressive lineup of events worth a visit.

 

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For art fans, the 63rd Columbus Arts Festival takes place June 6–8, with more than 200 visual artists (both national and local), four stages and dozens of food vendors attracting thousands of visitors each year.

 

The Midwest’s largest pride celebration takes place June 13–14. Columbus Pride attracts around 700,000 attendees every year. If you won’t be in town on those dates, don’t worry: There are plenty of Pride-related events taking place throughout the month of June.

 

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For bookworms, July 12–13 welcomes Columbus Book Festival. This free event brings in more than 200 authors for panel discussions, book signings and other fun. Tens of thousands of people attend, and it’s the perfect opportunity to visit some of the city’s great bookstores. A local food court and vendor marketplace round off the experience.

 

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If you’re planning a little further out into the summer, CBUS Soul Fest takes place Aug. 15–16. Another free festival, this event combines live music and cultural exhibitions.

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