Date Nights Under $10 in Downtown Columbus

Looking for some fun and cheap dates in Columbus? Enjoy these 10 ideas that are no/low alcohol that can be done on a budget!

Cheer on The Home Team at Dime a Dog Night

Huntington Park, 330 Huntington Park Lane

Catch a baseball game at Huntington Field. Tickets to the Columbus Clippers start at $8 a piece. If you get lucky enough to get tickets to Dime a Dog night, you can enjoy a hot dog for just 10 cents!

Tickets $8 each

See a Classic Movie at the CAPA Summer Movie Series

Ohio Theatre, 39 E State St

Join CAPA in watching a classic movie at the historic Ohio Theatre. Tickets are just $6 a piece to watch a cult favorite film with your bestie or boo.

Tickets $6 each

Pack a Picnic + Ride the Carousel at Columbus Commons

160 S High St

Pack a picnic or grab a quick bite from a variety of cafes in downtown Columbus. Soak up the sun and enjoy your food at the Columbus Commons. While you’re there, take a free ride on the Carousel!

Free

Grab a Coffee or a Pastry at Parable or Qahwah House.

Parable – 149 S High St
Qahwah House – 189 E Main St

Enjoy a fresh brewed coffee from one of these local staples! Pair your beverage with a pastry for an amazing date night pick me up.

Price varies

Take a CoGo to the Scioto Mile Fountain

Bicentennial Park, 233 S Civic Center Drive

Use code DOWNTOWN for a free annual GoGo pass! Take a ride with a GoCo bike along the Scioto River to the Scioto Mile Fountain. There you can enjoy the water and watch a light show featuring vibrant water illuminations set to music every Friday and Saturday 8 – 10 pm.

COGO CODE FOR FREE ANNUAL PASS: DOWNTOWN

Chill out at BAM Thursdays

Columbus Museum of Art, 480 E Broad St

Every Thursday The Columbus Museum of Art hosts the ultimate night out. BAM ( Bar, Art, and Music ) features live music, great art, delicious bites, vendors, and fresh libations in their garden space. BAM is free to attend and includes free museum admission from 5 – 10 pm. 

Free

Catch an Outdoor Movie

Columbus Commons, 160 S High St
Topiary Park, 480 E Town St

Take your date to Columbus Commons or Topiary Park to watch a free outdoor movie screening. 

Free

Grab a Slice or Donut at North Market

59 Spruce St

Visit historic North Market and grab a fresh slice of pizza from Sarefino’s or a sweet donut from Buckeye Donuts.

Price Varies

Try out the No/Low Happy Hour event at the Junto

The Junto Hotel, 77 Belle St

Take in the views of the Columbus skyline while enjoying the No/Low Happy Hour event at the Junto. While at the Junto you can try one of their dining experiences such as the Brass Eye rooftop bar or the Little West Tavern.

Free (check website for times)

Embrace your inner artist with Urban Arts Space

Urban Arts Space, 50 W Town St

Join Urban Arts Space on the last Friday of the month to create during their Artist Commune. You, your bestie, or your boo can express yourself and connect with other through art and creation. 

Free