Family events in Circleville, OH

A casual weekly meetup in the Library Annex offers friendly conversation with coffee and light snacks on hand. It is open to all ages, and allies are welcome as well.

Explore creative thinking through hands-on experimentation with a wide range of materials and supplies. Monthly themes draw inspiration from special exhibitions and art on view, inviting visitors of all ages to think and make like artists. The first Saturday session each month is reserved for members, and a quieter hour is intended to offer a calmer experience for visitors with sensory sensitivities.

The third Steels and Wheels car show brings a Halloween theme to BrewDog. All cars, trucks, and bikes are welcome. Judged entries cost $10, with dash plaques and trophies available, plus a prize for the best decorated vehicle. Early arrival is encouraged for anyone planning to deck out a ride in spooky style. Families can enjoy trick or treating for kids, along with music, vendors, great food, and craft beer. If you want kids to stop by your car, feel free to bring candy. Proceeds help cover travel and training costs for USA Luge. A rain date is planned. All registration will be handled in person on the day of the event, and online posts claiming otherwise should be ignored.

Celebrate Halloween on wheels at United Skates with a family-friendly roller skating session filled with festive Halloween fun. Admission is $12, and skate rental is $6. Each child will receive a candy bag, and a costume contest will include prizes. Costumes are encouraged so everyone can glide into the spirit of the season. Tickets can be purchased online for savings.

The Fourth Annual Christian Girls Rock Awards Ceremony celebrates the achievements and faith-filled stories of young Christian women and men who are making a difference in the community and beyond. Hosted by emcees LaKendric and Angelica Brown from City of Zion Church in Columbus, Ohio, the program at the Lincoln Theatre features an awards presentation recognizing Christian youth for leadership, service, and faith, along with uplifting live performances from talented young artists. Admission is free. The dress code is semi-formal.

Colony Cats is bringing adoptable cats and kittens to Petco in Upper Arlington, Columbus. Prospective adopters can meet felines that have been tested for FIV and FeLV, vaccinated, microchipped, spayed or neutered, and dewormed, and that are prepared to settle into new homes. Adoptions are completed with an approved application.

Trunk or Treat comes to Nourse Automall, featuring treats and a coloring competition.

Enjoy a family friendly trunk or treat filled with creatively decorated cars, plenty of candy, games, a bounce house, and refreshments like cookies and punch. It is a chance to connect with one another and celebrate the kids. Participants can decorate a car trunk and hand out treats, donate cookies or punch to share, or simply come enjoy the activities. Children are encouraged to wear their favorite costumes, play games, and collect candy. A $50 prize will be awarded for the best decorated car.

Every Sunday, the Columbus Museum of Art offers free general admission through support from Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All and donors to the Free for the Future Campaign. Entry to special exhibitions is included, so you can wander the Walter Wing, collaborate on a gallery puzzle, and share the experience with friends and family. Expect new discoveries throughout the museum. Image courtesy of JToland Photo.

Take part in a two-mile walk around Beulah Park, followed by a return to Whit’s for ice cream and mingling. The featured flavor is Caramel Apple Pie. Costumes for people and pups are encouraged, and attendees are welcome whether or not they bring a dog.

Enjoy a welcoming storytime for young children and their caregivers, with read-aloud books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities that encourage imagination and cooperative skills.

Little Diggers offers a weekly, low-stimulation play session for children with sensory sensitivities and families who prefer a quieter environment. Dimmed lighting, lower-volume music, and a consistent setup help create a predictable visit, with hands-on construction play at a gentler pace. The session is designed for children with sensory processing differences, autism, ADHD, or anxiety, as well as children who thrive in calmer spaces. Siblings and caregivers are welcome to enjoy a more relaxed visit together.

Enjoy public skating with a Tuesday special: admission is $10 for two people or $6 for one person. Skate rentals are $6.

A welcoming space for like-minded women in Central Ohio to connect, share stories about motherhood, womanhood, values, and everyday life, and find support. While children enjoy the kids’ space, mothers can sip freshly brewed herbal tea, chat, ask questions, build community, and make friends.

Fruity Tales is a VeggieTales-inspired drag show hosted by The Lady Perez, featuring a cast of performers and a special storytime reading. The show benefits LOVEboldly, and a ticket is required for admission.

At Fairfield County Fairgrounds, this multi day event features the escorted arrival of the Vietnam Traveling Wall along with two additional items. The program also includes the Field of Heroes with a presentation of the colors and an opening ceremony, a USO dance, a patriotic pet parade, and an appreciation celebration. The gathering wraps up with a closing ceremony.