Visit Columbus, Indiana

10/22/2026

BREAKING: LOCAL MONSTER HIJACKS COLUMBUS TOURISM ACCOUNT. 👹🚨
Apparently, Visit Columbus has been encouraging people to come explore MY territory.
Sharing all the best places to eat, things to do, and sights to see.
And somehow, they’ve forgotten the town’s most mysterious resident?!
So naturally, I took over their account.
Updated the logo. Changed the password. Appointed myself Director of Unexplained Tourism.
And while I have your attention, there’s one attraction you humans won’t want to miss...
👹 Mill Race Monster Festival
📅 October 23–25
📍 Mill Race Park, Columbus, Indiana
🔗 millracemonsterfest.com
Come visit Columbus. Just don’t expect me to pose for pictures.
— The Mill Race Monster 💚

10/22/2026

🍂 A fall weekend in Columbus sounds pretty good right about now!

Think morning coffee downtown, colorful walks along the People Trails, a little antique shopping, and dinner at a local favorite. Throw in some incredible architecture, public art, and a cozy place to stay, and you've got yourself a weekend getaway!

We've planned out 48 hours in Columbus so you can spend less time figuring out what to do and more time enjoying the trip. 🍁

Start planning your fall getaway! 👇

Plan the perfect fall getaway to Columbus, Indiana. Follow this 48-hour itinerary featuring colorful fall scenery, architecture, local dining, shopping, and seasonal experiences.

10/20/2026

A masterpiece of transparency and innovation. ✨

Designed by renowned architect Eero Saarinen and landscape architect Dan Kiley, the Cummins Inc. Irwin Conference Center transformed the traditional idea of banking with its open floor plan, glass walls, and “office in a garden” setting. Built in 1954 and designated a National Historic Landmark, it remains one of Columbus’ most celebrated examples of modern architecture. 🌳🏛️

📍 Cummins Inc. Irwin Conference Center, Columbus, Indiana
📸 Photo credit: Library of Congress, Balthazar Korab, photographer

10/18/2026

Our last hockey ticket giveaway was such a hit, we're keeping the fun going in November! 🏒🎉We're giving one lucky winner TWO tickets to an upcoming Indiana Sentinels hockey game at Hamilton Community Ice Arena!

Missed out last time? Here's another chance to win! Even if you entered our previous giveaway, you're welcome to enter again.

🎟️ Enter here:

Throughout the year, Visit Columbus offers giveaways featuring local events, attractions, experiences, and more. Enter for your chance to win and discover even more reasons to explore Columbus and Bartholomew County.

10/18/2026

Want to stay in the loop on what's happening in Columbus? 📬

From upcoming events and local favorites to new places to explore, we'll send a little Columbus inspiration straight to your inbox!

Sign up for our newsletter so you don't miss out on the fun! 👇

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10/17/2026

Good food, live music, and plenty of dancing! 💃🎶 Fiesta Latina is taking over 4th Street in downtown Columbus on October 24! Come celebrate Latin American culture with delicious food, live entertainment, dancing, and activities for kids and teens.

Bring your friends, bring your family, and come hungry! 🌮🎉Learn more: https://visitcolumbusindiana.com/events/fiesta-latina-2026/

10/16/2026

👀 Something strange is stirring in Columbus...

Did you know that in November 1974, reports of a mysterious, hairy green creature in Mill Race Park sparked what became known as the largest monster hunt in U.S. history?

From strange sightings and scratched-up cars to police investigations and late-night monster hunters, Columbus has quite the cryptid story! 👣

More than 50 years later, the legend lives on. And this October 23–25, we're celebrating it with the Mill Race Monster Festival!

Get the full story behind Columbus' most mysterious resident. 👇

Discover the chilling story of the Mill Race Monster. Explore the 1974 sightings, local folklore, and one of the largest monster hunts in U.S. history.

10/14/2026

🍂 What's your idea of the perfect fall day?

Hiking to a waterfall? Hunting for antiques? Exploring architecture? Or maybe a cozy weekend getaway with good food and a little shopping?

We've put together six fall itineraries to help you find your kind of adventure in Columbus! Whether you're bringing the kids, planning a date, or just looking for something different to do this season, there's a little something for everyone.

🍁 Find your fall in Columbus!

There is no single way to experience fall in Columbus, Indiana. Explore six travel styles filled with recommendations for design lovers, families, couples, outdoor explorers, treasure hunters and history fans.

10/08/2026

What’s your go to dance move? 💃🏼🫈