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Work • Play • Connect
Work • Play • Connect
**What to Expect** *A relaxed, productive weekday environment - High-speed WiFi & comfortable co-working space *Flexible padel play throughout the session - Meaningful networking with professionals & entrepreneurs *Opportunity to exchange ideas, collaborations & contacts - Short, insightful talks (TED-style) from inspiring speakers *Great coffee, food & social atmosphere **Work, play, connect—and grow, all in one place.**
IN PERSON! StarRocks x Apache Kafka®: Real-Time Analytics for the AI Agent Era
IN PERSON! StarRocks x Apache Kafka®: Real-Time Analytics for the AI Agent Era
Hello everyone! We're very excited to be hosting an **IN-PERSON** meetup in Jakarta. We look forward to seeing you there! The address, agenda, and speaker information can be found below. See you there! **📍 Venue:** WeWork Revenue Tower Scbd, Jl. Jend. Sudirman No.52-53, Senayan, Kebayoran Baru Jakarta, JK 12190 Room 25A **Important:** * To obtain an elevator pass, all visitors are required to exchange their ID/driver's license/passport in the building lobby's reception area. \*\*\* **🗓 Agenda:** * 7pm: Doors open * 7pm - 7:30pm: Pizza, Drinks, and Networking * 7:30pm - 8:00pm: Shark Liang, StarRocks Active Contributor * 8:00pm - 8:30pm: Additional Q&A & Networking \*\*\* **💡 Speaker:** Shark Liang, StarRocks Active Contributor **Talk:** StarRocks x Kafka: Real-Time Analytics for the AI Agent Era **Abstract:** The talk will mainly cover how AI Agents are reshaping real-time analytics workloads, why StarRocks is well suited for intelligent workloads. We’ll also include some real-time Kafka streaming scenarios in the session. \*\*\* ***DISCLAIMER*** BY ATTENDING THIS EVENT IN PERSON, you acknowledge that risk includes possible exposure to and illness from infectious diseases including COVID-19, and accept responsibility for this, if it occurs. NOTE: We are unable to cater for any attendees under the age of 18. \*\*\* If you would like to speak or host our next event please let us know! community@[confluent.io](http://confluent.io/)
Yanie's Badminton Game
Yanie's Badminton Game
Hello, we already have members, so the game is always on!! New Normal for JEB Badminton To support government maintaining restrictions to contain the spread of COVID-19, JEB will update the regulations by setting the game with limited player and applied the following conditions : Fee Join = Rp. 80.000,- / person with max 8 players /court . 2 courts' court no 6&7 Cancellation Policy : A. More than 10 hours before game - no penalty / charge from Fee Join. B. Less than 9 hours before game - a half penalty / charge from Fee Join. Thank you for your kind understanding. Cu soon 🤩

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Friday Nite PickleBall at ATW
Friday Nite PickleBall at ATW
Main Bareng Pickleball at Ancol Tennis Warehouse. Join us for fun, socialising and sports at Ancol Tennis Warehouse.
Padel&Connect with Veroza x BMW Tunas (Free BMW Test Drive)
Padel&Connect with Veroza x BMW Tunas (Free BMW Test Drive)
@verozapadel proudly present an exclusive collaboration event between VEROZA.CO x BMW TUNAS 🚙🎾 Join us for a fun padel session, networking, and exclusive BMW premium experience. 📍 Pluit Padel Parq 📅 31 May 2026 ⏰ 16:00 – 18:00 WIB 💸 HTM: 120k per person Complimentary: • Premium fresh balls • Photographer • Snacks & drinks BMW unit test drive available before & after the games Newbie, beginner and intermediate welcome
Jakarta Social Event at Paulaner Bräuhaus - Join Us!
Jakarta Social Event at Paulaner Bräuhaus - Join Us!
Join us for a fun and relaxed **night out at Paulaner Bräuhaus Jakarta** on **Saturday, May 30th at 7:00 PM**. Located in the heart of the city at **East Mall, Grand Indonesia**, The event is **split bill**, which means each person orders and pays for their own food and drinks. We will have space for **40 people** seated on **one large table near the band**, giving us the perfect setup to enjoy the music while still keeping the evening social and easy to mingle. Paulaner is a great setting for an evening of good food, drinks, live music, and conversation. Known for its Bavarian menu, freshly brewed beer, and lively atmosphere, it is the perfect place to bring people together for a social night out. Come spend the evening with **Jakarta Social** as we gather for a relaxed and enjoyable meetup focused on meeting new people, catching up with familiar faces, and enjoying a great night together. This event is all about enjoying the atmosphere. Arrive from **7:00 PM**, settle in, order some food and drinks, and enjoy a lively evening with good company and live music in one of Jakarta’s most popular social venues. Whether you are coming on your own or with a friend, this is a great chance to connect with others in a relaxed and welcoming setting. Later in the evening, for those who want to stay on, the venue will also be showing **PSG vs Arsenal in the Champions League**, so the night can continue with a bit of football after the main social part of the evening. Please note that this is a **booking-based event**, so **everyone must reconfirm using our link 3-4 days before the event**. This is important so we can finalize the reservation with the venue. If you are looking for a good night out with live music, a lively crowd, great conversation, and a chance to get to know new people, this should be a really enjoyable evening. **📢 IMPORTANT: Attendance Reconfirmation Required** To ensure accurate headcounts and reduce no-shows, we're implementing an updated reconfirmation system for all events. **Here's how it works:** * All events start with unlimited RSVPs. * 4 days before each event, a reconfirmation form will be posted in the event comments and shared in the WhatsApp group. * You must reconfirm ASAP by submitting the form. Your spot is guaranteed only after you reconfirm. * The form closes once we reach the target attendance number. * Anyone who hasn’t reconfirmed when the form closes will be removed from the attendee list. * If you can’t attend, change your status to Not Going. **Two‑strike rule: If you don’t reconfirm and don’t change to Not Going two times, you will be removed from the group.** Thanks for helping us keep things running smoothly. Looking forward to seeing you all there. If you have any questions, please feel free to let me know here or join our friendly and active WhatsApp Group Chat: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FBQsf4Cv4yWACNs9gbiYNH](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FBQsf4Cv4yWACNs9gbiYNH) Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/jakartasocialgroup](https://www.instagram.com/jakartasocialgroup)
RCE Indoor Tennis @ ATW
RCE Indoor Tennis @ ATW
Want to unwind after work with some fun? How about hitting the tennis courts at Anol Tennis Warehouse with people who are at your level (Intermediate)? It’s a weekly event, and we’re always welcoming new members, so you can get a great workout and make some new friends all at once. Looking forward to seeing you there soon! Fee is 198,000 Rp per person.
SATÉ NIGHT! 🍢🥜🌶️ Street food, cafés, and bars in Sarinah
SATÉ NIGHT! 🍢🥜🌶️ Street food, cafés, and bars in Sarinah
Hey, friend in Jakarta! Now that you joined JakFri... **are you a member of [Jakarta Writers](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers) yet?** Want to see **pictures** of past events? **[Take a look here!](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/photos/)** And feel free to upload a few pictures you might take at the event 😊 JakFri and JakCre is **the** biggest, first, most active, and most inclusive MeetUp community in Jakarta… and we invite you to join us for this **SATÉ NIGHT 🍢🥜🌶️ with street food, café and bars strolling around Jalan H. Agus Salim in Menteng!** Everyone is always welcome to join our events. Our community is all about creating authentic in-person connections in this urban jungle. Come as you are... it’s the best version of yourself. **ABOUT THE EVENT** Just a casual Friday night **strolling around Jalan H Agus Salim**. They have **delicious and affordable saté** (chicken, beef, goat, pedas pedas), many café (amongst the oldest in town!), bars, street food. Come and leave anytime. We meet at 8 PM at the corner of Jl. H. Agus Salim & Jl. K.H. Wahid Hasyim and have the first Saté bite of the night. Then we will stroll around and find together places to sit, chill, enjoy the start of the weekend. We will move around throughout the night or find the best spot and sit down there like lazy pandas. We can stay in one big group or split up into sevaral smaller ones, and regroup at any time again. Arrive and leave at any time for this event. To find everyone, post a comment in the event page or chat in this dedicated WhatsApp group (the WA group will be open for attendees a few hours ahead of the event to avoid trolls and spammers from joining): [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BXhNl0fPp0c6XSpLxPmcTF](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BXhNl0fPp0c6XSpLxPmcTF) **Important note:** Only attendees who registered for the event will be able to join us. This is to make sure that we keep this community safe and accountable. If anyone notices or experiences an unpleasant behaviour from a member, please report to the group admins. Thank you! We have organised this event several times before! Take a look below to this past event and browse all past events of Jakarta Friends! * [SATÉ NIGHT with Jakarta Friends](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/events/313806911/) (April 2026) * [SATÉ NIGHT with Jakarta Friends](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/events/312032012) (December 2025) * [SATÉ NIGHT with Jakarta Friends](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/events/311365948/) (October 2025) * [SATÉ NIGHT with Jakarta Friends](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/events/307748538/) (July 2025) * [SATÉ NIGHT with Jakarta Friends](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/events/305713301/) (February 2025) * [SATÉ NIGHT with Jakarta Friends](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/events/304624384/) (December 2024) * ...or [browse all past event of JakFri here](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/events/?type=past)! **ABOUT THE VENUE** Jalan H Agus Salim is very lively on a Friday night. There's plenty of delishious street food, old cafés, bars and restaurant. Many side alleys guarantees that there's plenty of spots to choose from! **HOW TO REGISTER TO THE EVENT?** To register, just click “Attend”! There are a few simple rules * We kindly ask attendees who cannot manage to join to **update RSVP at least 24 h before the event** as a courtesy to other attendees and event organisers. * Come and leave at any time for this event * Meeting time is at 7.30 PM at the corner of Jl. H. Agus Salim & Jl. K.H. Wahid Hasyim, they have delish and affordable Saté there * To find everyone if you arrive later, please text a comment in the event page, or in the dedicated WhatsApp group (open for everyone to join a few hours ahead of the event): [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BXhNl0fPp0c6XSpLxPmcTF](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BXhNl0fPp0c6XSpLxPmcTF) * Repeated no-show (3X) without updating RSVP will be removed from the group * Cancellations a few hours before the event are unfriendly for the organiser and other attendees and unless caused by force major count as a no-show * No possiblity to register with a +1 for this event. If you'd like to come qith a guest, please contact the organiser (subject to place availability) * Attendees who brings a +1 will need to make sure the guest understands and agrees about our rule of mutual respect and inclusivity Thank you for your understanding and cooperation! **WE HAVE A MEMBERSHIP FEE. HOW DOES IT WORK?** Our community has a **membership fee** that make sure we can keep organising plenty of events as we did over the past 4 years. Membership can be paid as a **yearly membership** of 340k IDR valid for 365 days after payment. Pay online **ahead** of the event to get **10% off**! Membership gives **access to all events** plus exclusive perks\*\*(\*)\*\* available only to paying members. As a first-timer, you have several options: * **Option A**: Join with a *promo discount* for first-timers for 250k IDR/year. Get 10% if you pay online ahead of the event! * **Option B**: Not sure if you want to join for a year? Join with a 50k IDR *sneak peek option* & pay the remaining 290k IDR at the next event * **Option C**: *Bundle offer* to join both Jakarta Friends **and** **[Jakarta Writers](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers)** for 390k IDR instead of 680k IDR. First-timers only. All three options can be redeemed with an additional **10% discount** when paid online **ahead** of an event. In the past 3,5 years we have organised **\~2-3 events per week** (browse past event [of JakFri here](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/events/?type=past) and [of JakWri here](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers/events/?type=past)). That is, with your membership you can attend up to 5-10 events/month! \*\*(\*)\*\*This is a non-exhaustive list of *special events* we have had for paying members only. A [Give Away Birthday Celebrations with lucky draw](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/events/300470498), a [Free pasta cooking (and eating 😉) workshop](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/events/304253623/) or a [Museum visits with free guided tours](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/301738408/). We **guarantee** to keep organizing plenty of events. You will receive a **full refund** if the group closes down, or if there’s no event happening in three months. Yearly membership can be paid beforehand (bank transfer/Gopay) or at an event (cash/bank transfer/Gopay). Text Corrado (+62 8211 489 3580) if you have any questions about membership. It's easy! **THE RULES OF OUR COMMUNITY** Our communities are: * **Jakarta Friends**: [https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends) * **Jakarta Writers** (former Creatives): [https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers/](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/) Members often participate in events of both groups. Over the past two years, we held over 250 events with over 2,000 attendees. Attendees rate our events **very positively** and give wonderful feedback, with an average of **4.8**⭐ (out of 5⭐) from around 600 reviews ([take a look at our reviews here!](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/feedback-overview/)) We value diversity, inclusivity, respect, and authenticity. We **do not tolerate** harassment or discrimination of any kinds. * You are invited to join our WhatsApp group where we announce our events regularly: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BR0sC0BrPbc9xTqvj1qLfx](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BR0sC0BrPbc9xTqvj1qLfx) * Feel free to tag us on Instagram, and we will repost! [www.intagram.com/jakarta.friends.creatives](http://www.intagram.com/jakarta.friends.creatives) * For questions about the event, please post a comment on the event page, or DM the event organisers
ENGLISH COMEDY SHOW 🎤 with Jakarta Writers *FREE EVENT!*
ENGLISH COMEDY SHOW 🎤 with Jakarta Writers *FREE EVENT!*
Let's get mad with laughter at this special comedy event in English! Join other Jakarta Writers (former Jakarta Creatives) to attend this fun afternoon, make new friends, and avoid being roasted alone in the audience! 😄 Everyone is welcome to join! **This event is FREE to attend!** The event is organised to support our friends "Mad for Laughs". Please take a look at their page too and consider joining their group to support local creatives, artists, and comedians in the city! https://www.meetup.com/english-open-mic-stand-up-comedy/ Come alone of with a friend/partner/family/colleague! At the end of the event we can gather and mingle outside the venue! **ABOUT THE EVENT** 🎤 Expect anything from bold new comics to people just testing the waters. No script, no filter, just raw, unpolished fun. 📍Doors open at 3:30PM \| Show starts at 4:00PM 🎟 Free entry\. Bring your friends\, your date\, or just yourself just make sure to RSVP the total pax\, because we have limited seats\! Interested in performing? Sign up [here](https://forms.gle/x1YsKfoNBSsFXsd29)! **With Jakarta Writers (former Jakarta Creatives) we have organised many comedy events before! Take a look here:** * [ENGLISH COMEDY SHOW at Mad For Laugh (April 2026)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers/events/314031311/) * [ENGLISH COMEDY SHOW at Mad For Laugh (Feb 2026)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers/events/313406747/) * [ENGLISH COMEDY SHOW at Mad For Laugh (Jan 2026)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers/events/312964219/) * [ENGLISH COMEDY SHOW at Mad For Laugh (Nov 2025)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/311725577/) * [ENGLISH COMEDY SHOW at Mad For Laugh (Sept 2025)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/311180281/) * [ENGLISH COMEDY SHOW at Mad For Laugh (Aug 2025)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/310350396/) * [Comedy night (December 2023)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/297393682/) * [Comedy night open mic (July 2023)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/events/294474235/?eventOrigin=your_events) * [Comedy night (July 2023)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/events/294901153/) **ABOUT THE VENUE** **Mad for Coffee Cipete** is a cozy café with a dedicated area for the show! I guess they have coffee, as well 😉 **HOW TO REGISTER TO THE EVENT?** To register, just click “Attend”! There are a few simple rules * We kindly ask attendees who cannot manage to join to **update RSVP at least 24 h before the event** as a courtesy to other attendees and event organisers. * Attendees who bring a +1 need to make sure that the guest abide to our rules our respect and inclusivity Thank you for your understanding and cooperation! **THE RULES OF OUR COMMUNITY** Our communities are: * **Jakarta Friends**: [https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends) * **Jakarta Writers** (former Jakarta Creatives): [https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers/](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/) Members often participate in events of both groups. Over the past two years, we held over 250 events with over 2,000 attendees. Attendees rate our events **very positively** and give wonderful feedback, with an average of **4.8**⭐ (out of 5⭐) from about 400 reviews ([take a look at our reviews here!](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/feedback-overview/)) We value diversity, inclusivity, respect, and authenticity. We **do not tolerate** harassment or discrimination of any kinds. * You are invited to join our WhatsApp group where we announce our events regularly: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BR0sC0BrPbc9xTqvj1qLfx](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BR0sC0BrPbc9xTqvj1qLfx) * Feel free to tag us on Instagram, and we will repost! [www.intagram.com/jakarta.friends.creatives](http://www.intagram.com/jakarta.friends.creatives) * For questions about the event, please post a comment on the event page, or DM the event organisers
Art & Coffee Social: Fun Sketching 🎨☕️
Art & Coffee Social: Fun Sketching 🎨☕️
Let’s hang out for a chill sketch & chat sesh! **✨** 🕐 Time: **2026 May 29 (Friday)** at **19:00** 📍 Location: [Nitro Coffee Wisma Nugra Santana](https://maps.app.goo.gl/xdPnPBsRSeyYXeJ56?g_st=ic) \>\> [Whatsapp Group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BkO0vGN7VVxGS9KC3J3lS1) << click to join or keep updated! A cozy meetup for anyone who wants to doodle, sketch, and have fun conversations. Whether you’re a seasoned sketcher, a casual doodler, or just wanna chat while scribbling, you’re totally welcome! There's no art skill level requirement and we are beginner-friendly. 🎨❤️✏️ Feel free to bring your own drawing tools, a friend, or even a masterpiece you'd like to share with us! ‍ ‍ ‍ ‍ ‍ ‍ ‍ ‍

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Judgement of Paris - House Wine
Judgement of Paris - House Wine
This is the 50th Anniversary of the Judgment of Paris. Significantly, in 1976, California wines unexpectedly outperformed French wines in a blind tasting with nine French judges, challenging the perception that only French wines were of the highest quality. This event helped elevate the status of California wines on the global stage and is considered a pivotal moment in wine history. House Wine, in Worthington, modestly, recreates that moment in history with a tasting both American and French wines in a fun, casual atmosphere. Come at 6:45, pay your fee at the register and join your friends for this "Judgey" tasting. https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/wine/the-judgment-of-paris-turns-40/ Arrive when you can and we'll have a table for gathering. Feel free to bring your own food as it is welcomed at this local gem or order from the newly opened Worthington Inn, or local favorites such as Dewey's, Everest, Jet, Worthington Tavern and The Whitney. Each person pays their tasting fee, typically $15, and gets their wine glass, then approximately five pours of the wines being served. **Parking is tough**. Try the second lot behind House Wine accessed by the land by the back parking lot or the municipal lot one block north of House Wine. **Waiver and Liability and Attendance Policy.** Participation by you and your guests means you agree to the Waiver of Liability and Attendance Policies on our Group Page. People who have two more or Attendance policy violations are subject to removal from the group.
Art in the Park: DIY Garden Mosaic Stepping Stone Class $20
Art in the Park: DIY Garden Mosaic Stepping Stone Class $20
Art in the Park: DIY Garden Mosaic Stepping Stone Saturday, May 30, 2026 In this fun hands-on workshop, let your creativity flow as you design and craft your own mosaic stepping stone, perfect for adding a personal touch to your outdoor space! You will use concrete, colorful tiles, and your imagination to create a unique piece of garden art. No experience needed! We will provide the concrete, molds, tiles, and some inspiration patterns. If you have any ceramic pieces, glass, or stones of your own that you would like to add to your mosaic, feel free to bring them, but we will also have plenty on hand. Your mosaic stepping stone will need to set and dry, so we will create them on this day and you will pick yours up within the next week. * Ages 16+. * Registration required by May 26. * Yard ReWild discount applies. Class Fee: $20 1PM - 3PM Location: Shelter 6, Infirmary Mound Park Register here [https://www.lickingparkdistrict.com/269/May-2026](https://www.lickingparkdistrict.com/269/May-2026)
Pistacio Vera Mid-Morning June Birthdays Tea
Pistacio Vera Mid-Morning June Birthdays Tea
Happy Birthday to all June birthday people! I put this on the schedule because it's my birthday month, and this is my favorite place; it's also Dave Koczur's (MAFIA meetup leader) birthday on June 8; if you who are reading this have a June birthday as well, tell us in the Comments! For anyone off work or with a flexible schedule, come to Pistachio Vera in German Village for a tea and pastry. We will try to get a table outside. If convenient, you could put a fold up chair in your car in case we can all sit outside but we run out of chairs. https://www.pistaciavera.com/
Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup (4th Tues)
Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup (4th Tues)
Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room. This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us. COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant.
Beginner and Intermediate Bachata Dance Classes with Todd Smith!
Beginner and Intermediate Bachata Dance Classes with Todd Smith!
**✅ Bachata Mondays with Todd Smith!** **👉 Beginner Bachata Class** **$15 In Advance / $20 At the Door** . 7:00 pm – 7:15 pm … Registration 7:15 pm – 8:15 pm … Beginner Class . **👉 Intermediate Bachata Class** **= $15 In Advance / $20 At the Door** . 8:15 pm – 8:30 pm Registration 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm Intermediate Class . **👉 If You Take Both Bachata Classes** **= $25 In Advance / $35 At the Door** . **👉 Buy Advance Tickets Now at:** . https://columbussalsadancing.com/bachata-mondays-dance-class-tickets/
FPC Children’s Garden
FPC Children’s Garden
Franklin Park Conservatory / Columbus Brewing Company
Franklin Park Conservatory / Columbus Brewing Company
**History** The [Franklin Park Conservatory](https://www.fpconservatory.org/)’s roots trace back to 1852 when the Franklin County Agricultural Society purchased 88 acres of land to host the Ohio State Fair. After the fair moved to its permanent home, the city of Columbus transformed the grounds into Franklin Park in 1884. This transition shifted the space from a temporary event site to a dedicated public green space for the growing community. The park became a central hub for outdoor recreation and early civic gatherings in the neighborhood. In 1895, the landmark Victorian-style Palm House opened its doors, drawing heavy inspiration from the Glass Palace of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. This iron and glass structure became an immediate icon, housing exotic plants that residents would otherwise never see in the Midwest. It remains the oldest part of the facility and serves as a primary link to the conservatory’s 19th-century origins. For decades, it stood as a singular testament to grand horticultural architecture in Central Ohio. A major turning point arrived in 1992 when Columbus hosted AmeriFlora '92, an international horticultural exhibition. This massive event prompted a $16 million renovation and expansion, adding significantly more greenhouse space and the Dorothy M. Davis Showhouse. The festival put the conservatory on the international map and fundamentally changed its scale and ambition. Following the event, the facility transitioned from a city-run park to a private, non-profit organization. In 2003, the conservatory’s identity was further defined through a long-term partnership with world-renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. After a successful exhibition, the Friends of the Conservatory purchased most of the glass installations, creating the largest permanent collection of Chihuly’s work in a botanical setting. These vibrant glass sculptures are now woven throughout the biomes, blending art with nature. This addition helped cement the conservatory as a premier cultural destination rather than just a botanical garden. Recent years have seen the site expand beyond the glass walls to emphasize community engagement and outdoor education. The 2018 opening of the Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Children’s Garden added two acres of interactive landscape designed for hands-on learning. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company Community Garden Campus also provides local residents with space to grow their own food and learn sustainable practices. Today, the conservatory balances its historic Victorian charm with modern commitments to local ecology and the Columbus community. **Maps of the Conservatory** Here is the [main map](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/franklin-park-zones-scaled.jpg) of the Conservatory grounds. Here's a [map of the areas](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ConstructionMap-2026.jpg) in which the Conservatory has ongoing construction (see below). **Summary** For this event, we'll explore Columbus's highly-rated and very popular Conservatory. As mentioned above, the Conservatory is doing renovations on parts of the facility. These renovations are scheduled to be ongoing until the Fall of next year. Basically, no matter when you go to the Conservatory over the next 18 months, you're going to see some metaphorical orange barrels. So let's just go now. **Tickets and pricing** On the first Sunday of every month, the Conservatory is free for residents of Franklin County and the city of Columbus. You must bring an ID to receive this discount. (Yes, they do check.) Otherwise, tickets are $25.20. Members of the Columbus Zoo (of which I am one) do get a discount on tickets, though I have never actually bought a ticket to the Conservatory (I've always gone on free days). I believe the discount is $4. Parking is always free. If you have additional questions about pricing or whether and for what you qualify, you can reach the Conservatory at 614-715-8000. **Where we'll meet** We will meet just outside the main entrance. I guarantee there's going to be a line. The Conservatory is always popular on free days, and especially in nice weather. **Your GPS is stupid!** Be careful simply typing "Franklin Park Conservatory" in your GPS and going where it tells you. The only way to access the parking lot to the Conservatory is off of Broad Street. Unfortunately, since Google Maps is unable to find its way out of a wet paper bag, it has a tendency to want to take people to a mythical, non-existent Conservatory entrance on Nelson Road. If your GPS does this, just drive to the north side of the Conservatory along Broad Street. Your GPS should then redirect you to the main Conservatory entrance. If your GPS doesn't, then throw your phone away\* and look for the big Conservatory sign on the south side of Broad Street between Nelson Road and Franklin Park West. You also should be able to use the map pin I've provided, below, and it should properly direct you to where you need to drive. \* Don't really do this. **After the event** After stopping to smell the roses, for those that are interested, we'll head to the nearby [Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/) for [drinks](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#draft-list) and [lunch](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#food-menu). The Beer Hall's actual address is [200 Kelton Ave, Columbus, OH 43205](https://www.google.com/maps/place/200+Kelton+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43205/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x883889a94ac4acad:0xadb2e60240dbc38b?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111) (it's literally just on the south side of the Conservatory). Be sure this is where your GPS is taking you when you use it, as the Brewing Company has a taproom on Harrison Avenue that is *not* what you want for this event. We should be at the Beer Hall by 1 if you can't make the Conservatory and just want to join us for drinks.