How to Make Your Next Favorite Memory in Columbus

Have you ever visited a new city and had no idea where to begin looking for fun, creative experiences? Or maybe you live in Columbus but find yourself going to the same events over and over again. What if we told you that the key to unlocking unforgettable arts experiences in Columbus is at the tips of your fingers.
 
Columbus is one of the fastest-growing in the United States, and it’s bursting with culture, creativity and movie-worthy moments waiting to happen. With more than 200 arts organizations in the city, ColumbusMakesArt.com lets you find them all in one easy-to-search site. 

We know that more than half the visitors to Columbus are seeking entertainment and cultural offerings, so we made it easy. With ColumbusMakesArt.com you can choose your own adventure to the creative heartbeat of Columbus, whether you want to catch a show, explore public art or see thought-provoking exhibitions.

The mobile-friendly events calendar at ColumbusMakesArt.com has several ways to fine-tune your search, including searching by date.

Discover Arts Events Throughout the City 
The events calendar is a one-stop shop for what’s happening in the capital city. Search by date, free events, type of art or keywords to find that perfect outing. Plus, there are no ads to get in the way of your exploration.

Once you choose an event, there are easy links to access everything you need in order to plan your visit, including linking directly to ticket-purchasing pages. 

If you feel overwhelmed by too many choices, we’ve got you covered. Weekend Warriors is a weekly blog written by Greater Columbus Arts Council staff members and includes our top picks for art events happening during the upcoming weekend. The blog posts every Wednesday, just in time to make your plans.

Find a searchable public art database, curated public art tours and links to the ArtWalks app at ColumbusMakesArt.com. 

Public Art Search & Tours
Columbus has a wealth of public art to explore and ColumbusMakesArt.com makes it easy. 
If you just want to go out and discover art throughout the city, try one of the public art tours, many of which are curated by Columbus-based artists.

If you want to see one piece that you’ve heard about, you can search the public art database, which allows you to filter by art type, zip code and keywords like work title and artist name. 
In addition to the website, find public art tours with the app ArtWalks, which can be downloaded from Apple or Google. 

So, whether you are a visitor from out of state or just a longtime local looking to shake things up, ColumbusMakesArt.com is your go-to guide for finding cultural events and public art.
Don’t settle for the usual, explore something new, be daring and don’t forget to take lots of photos.

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