Columbus, OH

Head to Franklin Conservatory for Blooms & Butterflies. This special event ends Sept. 3, so get there while you can. New butterflies are released daily at 1 & 3 p.m.

Franklin Park Conservatory
1777 E. Broad St.
Tuesday-Sunday 10-5 Wednesday until 8
Contact Phone: 614-645-8733, 800-214-TREE (8733)
Adults $7.50. Seniors and students $6. Children $4. Under 2 free.

Or you could head over to Grandview and enjoy the Grandview Art Hop. This event includes national and local artists, both visual and performing.

Grandview Avenue between W. First and Fifth avenues, Grandview
Saturday 4-9
614-876-4966

Or for something really special, grab your “best friend” and head over to West Jefferson for the WAG! festival in the Prarie Oaks Metro Park. Described as “a dog friendly festival. The only truly dog-centric event of it’s kind in the area,” the event has dog themed demonstrations, special events and guests all afternoon.

Darby Bend Lakes, Prairie Oaks Metro Park
3225 Plain City-Georgesville Rd., West Jefferson
Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.