December 4th & 5th, 2021 In addition to the Shine Light Festival (Dec 4-28), the Columbus Botanical Garden is also hosting a Shine Weekend Day Festival from December 4th-5th! This family-focused daytime event features: Photo’s with Santa, Storytime with Mrs. Claus Nature-inspired Kids Crafts Reindeer games fun for all ages Delicious local food trucks S’mores ... Read More about Shine Weekend Light Festival & Holiday Market

The Polar Express 3D is returning to the Giant Screen Theater at the National Infantry Museum every weekend beginning December 4! Cuddle up in your favorite pajamas and enjoy this family-friendly tradition that is sure to put you in the holiday spirit. The 2004 film is based on the children’s book of the same title ... Read More about The Polar Express 3D

The timeless musical adventure about a Kansas girl and her little dog who are scooped up by a tornado and carried over the rainbow to the Land of Oz. They meet up with a Scarecrow who needs a brain, a Tin Man missing a heart and a Cowardly Lion who yearns for courage. With the ... Read More about The Wizard of Oz

Little Sprouts is a 30-45 minute lesson on a feature of the Garden and it’s connection to nature/science. The class is designed as an exposure experience in which there are three parts: sit and get either through a talk, piece of literature or a presentation; exploration through a hands-on experience which can look like a ... Read More about Little Sprouts

Walk-In Wednesdays at St. Anne-Pacelli Catholic School provide a convenient opportunity for parents to meet one-on-one with a member of our admissions team – no appointment necessary! Located in Columbus, Georgia, St. Anne-Pacelli is a college preparatory age 1 through 12th grade school dedicated to giving children opportunities to learn in a safe, supportive environment ... Read More about Walk-In Wednesdays at St. Anne-Pacelli Catholic School

Dec 9 2021, 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Tis the season! Join us on December 9 for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Lawn of Riverside, the home of Fort Benning’s Commanding General, MG Donahoe. Santa will return for his annual visit to Fort Benning from 5:30-8:30 p.m. after we lit the tree. This ... Read More about Santa at Riverside & Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Follow the footprints to find the Yeti, but be prepared for an adventure! All Day (10am-6pm). Columbus Public Library; 706-243-2813

TSYS presents SHINE - A Celebration of Nature and Wonder, at the Columbus Botanical Garden! Come stroll through our outdoor oasis and let the Garden's winter beauty be the backdrop to new cherished memories with your family and friends. Take a stroll through the Walk of Stars, where each star purchased remembers, celebrates, and honors ... Read More about Shine Light Festival

On Fridays & Saturdays, November 19 thru December 18, Historic Warm Springs, Georgia invites you to experience a traditional Christmas in this charming small town that is reminiscent of the towns seen in the annual holiday television movies. Our historic buildings and city park are adorned with thousands of lights, making for an enchanted shopping ... Read More about Candlelight Weekends 2021

December 2021 Home games: Dec 3rd Port Huron Prowlers vs. Columbus River Dragons Dec 4th Port Huron Prowlers vs. Columbus River Dragons Dec 10th Binghamton Black Bears vs. Columbus River Dragons Dec 11th Binghamton Black Bears vs. Columbus River Dragons Dec 18th Carolina Thunderbirds vs. Columbus River Dragons Dec 31st Port Huron Prowlers vs. Columbus River ... Read More about Columbus River Dragons Game

The timeless musical adventure about a Kansas girl and her little dog who are scooped up by a tornado and carried over the rainbow to the Land of Oz. They meet up with a Scarecrow who needs a brain, a Tin Man missing a heart and a Cowardly Lion who yearns for courage. With the ... Read More about The Wizard of Oz

Come celebrate the holidays with three great Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Fame groups! After nearly 40 years, The Holiday Hop featuring the Drifters, the Platters, and Cornell Gunter’s Coasters has become the longest-running Christmas show in America, outlasting even the Radio City Rockettes show. Combining holiday classics such as “Let It Snow,” White Christmas,” ... Read More about Drifters, the Platters and Coasters Holiday Show

Every Saturday from 9am-4pm at F. D. Roosevelt State Park. Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Checklists must be brought to the office by 4PM. Winners are notified by phone to pick up their prize. Free. Parking fee: $5 Event Phone: 706-663-4858

Follow the footprints to find the Yeti, but be prepared for an adventure! All Day (10am-6pm). Columbus Public Library; 706-243-2813

The Polar Express 3D is returning to the Giant Screen Theater at the National Infantry Museum every weekend beginning December 4! Cuddle up in your favorite pajamas and enjoy this family-friendly tradition that is sure to put you in the holiday spirit. The 2004 film is based on the children’s book of the same title ... Read More about The Polar Express 3D

On Saturday, December 11, there’ll be a Holidays on the Homefront Mini Camp for kids ages 5-11. Games, holiday film, hot chocolate & more! The cost is $10 per camper. Reservations required. Bring sack meal (no nut products allowed). Register online: Contact the Education Department at 706-685-2614 or email [email protected]

TSYS presents SHINE - A Celebration of Nature and Wonder, at the Columbus Botanical Garden! Come stroll through our outdoor oasis and let the Garden's winter beauty be the backdrop to new cherished memories with your family and friends. Take a stroll through the Walk of Stars, where each star purchased remembers, celebrates, and honors ... Read More about Shine Light Festival

On Fridays & Saturdays, November 19 thru December 18, Historic Warm Springs, Georgia invites you to experience a traditional Christmas in this charming small town that is reminiscent of the towns seen in the annual holiday television movies. Our historic buildings and city park are adorned with thousands of lights, making for an enchanted shopping ... Read More about Candlelight Weekends 2021

The halls of the Schwob School of Music are once again ringing with children’s music! We resumed indoor rehearsals in August and have been working hard at preparing for our upcoming concert on December 11th. This will be our first concert indoors with a live audience in 2 years! The St. Luke handbell choir will ... Read More about A Midwinter Night’s Dream

December 2021 Home games: Dec 3rd Port Huron Prowlers vs. Columbus River Dragons Dec 4th Port Huron Prowlers vs. Columbus River Dragons Dec 10th Binghamton Black Bears vs. Columbus River Dragons Dec 11th Binghamton Black Bears vs. Columbus River Dragons Dec 18th Carolina Thunderbirds vs. Columbus River Dragons Dec 31st Port Huron Prowlers vs. Columbus River ... Read More about Columbus River Dragons Game

The timeless musical adventure about a Kansas girl and her little dog who are scooped up by a tornado and carried over the rainbow to the Land of Oz. They meet up with a Scarecrow who needs a brain, a Tin Man missing a heart and a Cowardly Lion who yearns for courage. With the ... Read More about The Wizard of Oz

In this new story, featuring holiday classics and show-stopping dance numbers, a young orphan named Hope journeys with her teddy bear, Fuzzy, to discover the true meaning of Christmas, but finds so much more. Join us for a new holiday adventure that’s sure to be fun for all ages.