Fun things to do with kids in Columbus, Ohio
2025 season: March 21 - October 31
open daily 9:30am - 6pm
Rain or shine, we’re open every day during the season. (Yes, even holidays!) On wet days, bring a rain jacket and wear shoes that can get damp. The cave is protected from rain — all other activities are outdoors.
now accepting vendors
Do you have a little entrepreneur, budding baker, junior gardener, aspiring artist, jewelry maker, crafty kiddo, or expert lemonade stand manager?
Join us for the first Made by Me Market at Olentangy Caverns. We're trying something new — and inviting your entrepreneurs to set up at our location and sell their wares.
*2nd Sundays during Summer* 1pm - 3:30pm
June 8 (puppet show on outdoor stage @2pm)
July 13
August 10
Sept 14 (puppet show on outdoor stage @2pm)
Tie Dye Tuesdays
summer Workshop for kids
We’re taking arts & crafts to the next level this summer. Join us to make your own Olentangy Caverns tie-dye t-shirt.
youth shirt sizes XS - XL, ages 5+, $19.99/shirt
Tuesdays 1:30 - 3:30pm
June 10, 17, 24 / July 8 & 22 / Aug 5
(This is a 30-minute workshop. You’ll choose a 1/2 hour block of time during registration.)
Please register online a least 24hrs before class time. Shirts must be soaked in a special solution for the dye to hold, so we want to be prepped before you arrive!
Bird Walk Wednesdays
For kids & their grownups
Join resident bird nerd (Katie) for 15 minutes of Backyard Birding 101 in the indoor party room — then we’ll venture to the walking trail and see how many birds we can identify together. All are welcome, but this is geared towards ages 5 - 12.
Wednesdays 10am
June 11, 18, 25 / July 9 & 23 / Aug 6
This activity is free and limited to 12 spots per session.
