There’s no shortage of events this week to celebrate all things American. From art galleries and concerts to the traditional parades and fireworks, there are a variety of ways to show off your patriotic pride.
Thursday, July 2
- Food Truck Food Court, (every Thursday through September) 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Columbus Commons. 160 S. High St. Free admission, 10 food trucks to purchase from. http://columbuscommons.org/happenings/food-trucks/
- Accessible Expressions Ohio, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., with a reception from 6 to 8 p.m. at Urban Arts Space. 50 W. Town St., Suite 130. This is a statewide exhibition that began in 1996 and involves artists of all ages with various disabilities and their art. Admission is free. https://uas.osu.edu/exhibitions/accessible-expressions-ohio
- Free Pool with Student I.D. (every Tuesday and Thursday), 2 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. at Suzi-Cue, 1950 N. 4th St.
http://suzi-cue.com/index.php/news-events - Easton Farmers Market, 4 to 7 p.m. at Easton Town Square. 160 Easton Town Center. Admission is free. Visitors can enjoy fresh, Ohio-grown produce. http://www.eastontowncenter.com/listing/agenttype/view/propertyid/343/easton-farmers-market–events.aspx
- Thirsty Thursday & Karaoke, 5 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. at Oldfield’s North Fourth Tavern. 1571 N. 4th St. Karaoke and $3 Long Islands and Pabst Blue Ribbon tall boys.
http://www.oldfieldsosu.com/events - COSI After Dark, 5:30 to 10 p.m. at COSI. 333 W. Broad St. Learn the science behind fireworks and get the chance to make your own rocket. Ages 21 and up. Must provide valid photo ID. Tickets are $14 in advance, $16 at the door. http://www.cosi.org/families/adults/item/cosi-after-dark-a-21-event-jul-2-2015
- Paul Pfau, doors open at 8 p.m., show starts at 9 p.m. at Brothers Drake Meadery. 26 E. 5th Ave. Pfau, as seen on NBC’s “The Voice,” performs with support from Connor Pledger and Anthony Mossberg. Admission is $7 https://www.facebook.com/events/891672420893421/
- Live music, starting at 8:30 p.m. at Ace of Cups. 2619 N. High St. Featuring Brat Curse, Connections, Kizzy Hall. Admission is free. http://aceofcupsbar.com/
- The Grahams w/ Whetherman, 8:30 p.m. at Rumba Cafe. 2507 Summit St. Tickets are $10, under 21 additional $2 charge. http://columbusrumbacafe.com/
Friday, July 3
- Fitness Yoga, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at Easton Town Square. 160 Easton Town Center. Admission is free and is open to ages 13 and up. Already stressing out about summer classes? Avoid those forehead wrinkles that college brings and practice your downward-facing dog. http://www.eastontowncenter.com/listing/agenttype/view/propertyid/344/fitness-yoga–events.aspx
- Book to Film Series: Princess Bride, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Gateway Film Center. 1550 N. High St. Admission is free with any library card. The Gateway Film Center continues its program of showing a film inspired by a well-liked book. http://gatewayfilmcenter.com/featured_film_series/book-to-film/
- EDITORS’ PICK: Red, White, and Boom, noon to 11 p.m. in downtown Columbus. Enjoy fireworks at the largest fireworks display in Ohio. Admission is free. http://www.redwhiteandboom.org/faqs/
- Oklahoma Joe’s Pulled Pork (every Friday), 5 p.m. at Ruby Tuesday. 1978 Summit St. Every Friday night Ruby’s cooks its signature pulled pork in a smoker outside the bar.
http://www.rubytuesdaylive.com/ - Red, White, and Bands, 10 p.m. at Brothers Drake Meadery. 26 E. 5th Ave. Featuring Brave Weather and Isken. Ages 21 and up. Admission is free. https://www.facebook.com/events/1593979020876256/
- Red, White, Boom Bash, doors open at 10 p.m. at Newport Music Hall. 1722 N. High St. Tickets starting at $33.60 through Ticketmaster, fees included. http://www.promowestlive.com/events/1117
- Live music, starting at 10:15 p.m. at Ace of Cups. 2619 N. High St. Featuring Messrs and Sewers. Admission is free. http://aceofcupsbar.com/
Saturday, July 4
- Weekend Brunch, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Every Saturday and Sunday) at Ethyl and Tank. 19 E. 13th Ave. Offers an expanded breakfast menu and a self-serve bloody mary bar. http://www.ethylandtank.com/
- Doo Dah Block Party, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Block party High St. and Buttles Ave. Admission is free. http://www.doodahparade.com/
- Doo Dah Parade, 1 to 3 p.m. Parade begins on Park St. between Buttles Ave. and Goodale Ave. This is the 32nd annual Doo Dah parade. Admission is free. http://www.doodahparade.com/
- Gallery Hop, 4 to 10 p.m. on High St. in the Short North Arts District. Enjoy various forms of art, food, and drinks all while walking around the Short North. Admission is free. http://shortnorth.org/arts-galleries/gallery-hop/
- Live music: starting at 9 p.m. at Ace of Cups. 2619 N. High St. Featuring HEATWAVE. Admission is free. http://aceofcupsbar.com/
Sunday, July 5
- Market Flea Sundays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at North Market’s outdoor pavilion. 59 Spruce St. Admission is free. Looking for more unique or vintage items at a discounted price? Take advantage of those lazy Sundays and head down to the flea market. http://www.northmarket.com/activities-events/events-calendar/agenttype/view/propertyid/230/market-flea-sundays-sponsored-by-cd1025–events.aspx
- Live music, doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. at Brothers Drake Meadery. 26 E. 5th Ave. Artists performing are Narrow/Arrow, Sea Cycles and I Mustache You a Question. Admission is $5. https://www.facebook.com/events/1572553136366897/
- Karaoke, 10 p.m. at Ace of Cups. 2619 N. High St. http://aceofcupsbar.com/
Monday, July 6
- Meatless Mondays, 4 to 7 p.m., Whole Foods Market, 1555 W. Lane Ave. Admission is $8. Offers a variety of meatless foods. http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/events?store=1995281
- Nerd Night, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Ruby Tuesday. 1978 Summit St. Admission is $1 for 18 years and older. Ruby Tuesday offers nerdcore DJ’s, bands, movie showings and video game exhibitions. http://nerdnight.animepunch.org/
Tuesday, July 7
- Columbus Zoo Animals (every Tuesday in June and July), noon to 1 p.m. at Easton Town Center, 1 Easton Oval. Admission is free. http://www.eastontowncenter.com/listing/agenttype/view/propertyid/1095/columbus-zoo-animals–events.aspx
- Half-off Drinks all night, Fourth Street Bar & Grill. 1810 N. 4th St. http://fourthstreetcolumbus.com/calendar/
- All you can eat wings (every Tuesday), 4 to 8 p.m. at The Ugly Tuna Saloona, 1546 N. High St. Fee is $10.95, save $2 with a BuckID. https://www.facebook.com/uglytuna
- EDITORS’ PICK: Say Anything, doors open at 6 p.m. at Newport Music Hall. 1722 N. High St. Opening artists include: Modern Baseball, Cymbals Eat Guitars, and Hard Girls. Tickets start at $25.60 through Ticketmaster, fees included. http://www.sayanythingmusic.com/
- Jane’s Addiction, doors open at 6:30 p.m. at LC Pavilion. 405 Neil Ave. Opening artists include Failure and Radkey. Tickets starting at $55.20 through Ticketmaster, fees included. http://janesaddiction.com/#sthash.YpdC64kg.dpuf
- Live music: starting at 8:30 p.m. at Ace of Cups. 2619 N. High St. Featuring Ferals, Hexers, The Cynics. Admission is free. http://aceofcupsbar.com/
- Movies by Moonlight, dusk (about 9:30 p.m.) at Easton Town Square. 160 Easton Town Center. Admission is free. Bring your significant other, family, or friend paired with popcorn to watch a movie under the stars. Movie lineup is available on Easton’s website. http://www.eastontowncenter.com/listing/agenttype/view/propertyid/347/movies-by-moonlight–events.aspx
Wednesday, July 8
- Sounds on the Town, 6 to 9 p.m. at Easton Town Center. 160 Easton Town Center. Admission is free. Walk around Easton every Wednesday until August 26 to hear a mix of local, regional, and national jazz musicians .http://www.eastontowncenter.com/listing/agenttype/view/propertyid/83/sounds-on-the-town-concert-series–events.aspx
- Swingin’ Wednesdays, 7:30 to 11 p.m. at Nyoh’s Buckeye Bar. 2871 Olentangy River Road. Admission is $3, free with valid college ID. 18 years and older. Nyoh’s replaces grinding with yee-hawing. Beginner swing dance lessons at 7:30 to 8 p.m. https://www.facebook.com/events/428318990666815/
- Shaman’s Harvest, doors open at 7:30 p.m. at A&R Music Bar. 391 Neil Ave. http://shamansharvest.com/#sthash.vTSPjPQb.dpuf
- Jazz Wednesday, 8 to 11 p.m. at Brothers Drake Meadery. 26 E. 5th Ave. Featuring Lucas Kadish. Admission is free. https://www.facebook.com/events/903895769653574/
- Live music: starting at 8:30 p.m. at Ace of Cups. 2619 N. High St. Featuring The Conquering, Vit and Arbor. Admission is free. http://aceofcupsbar.com/
- Half-off Appetizers all night, Fourth Street Bar & Grill. 1810 N. 4th St. http://fourthstreetcolumbus.com/calendar/
- Free Pool & Trivi-oke, 9 p.m. to midnight at Ruby Tuesday. 1978 Summit St. http://www.rubytuesdaylive.com/
- Whisky Wednesday & Trivia, Oldfield’s North Fourth Tavern. 1571 N. 4th St. http://www.oldfieldsosu.com/events
To find more things to do in Columbus, visit thelantern.com/events.
