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Covenant Singers Concert (free entry)
Komm zu einem Konzert und genieß einen Abend voller Freude. Danach gibt es Snacks und Getränke.
Eintritt frei!
Come to a concert and enjoy an evening full of joy. Afterwards we'll have snacks and drinks.
Free entry!
Vienna Flash Friending: Movies Edition
Come for the movies, stay for the people.
Tired of going to events where you sit around, smile politely, and still do not know what to say? This evening is for you.
Vienna Flash Friending: Movies Edition
📍 Pickwick's
Marc-Aurel-Straße 10-12, 1010 Vienna
Fast Friending while discussing movies is a relaxed and welcoming event for people who want real conversation without the pressure of awkward small talk. Movies make it easy to connect, so whether you love classics, indie films, big blockbusters, or simply enjoy hearing different opinions, you will find plenty to talk about and plenty of people to meet.
Still not booked? Well, Slots are limited. Book now, and Join us at Pickwick's, a cozy international pub perfect for film chat and new friendships.
You do not need to be a film expert. You just need to bring your curiosity, your favorite movie opinions, and an open mind. To make the evening even easier, think of a few movie questions before you come, such as your favorite movie of all time, a film everyone should watch once, a comfort movie, or a hidden gem you love.
The organisational fee is 10 euros plus one drink. Matches will be shared after the event ends, and if you do not get a match, you can join the next event free of charge.
If you are looking for a warm, easygoing night where meeting people feels natural, this is your chance to find your kind of crowd.
Pickwick's offers the perfect atmosphere with its warm lighting, bookshelves, and relaxed vibe for great conversations.
Sketch & Paint Session with Life Model
Interested in sketching or painting? Join us at the Vienna Atelier of Traditional Arts (VATA). Model starts posing at 3 PM. Easels or benches are available. Snacks & tea are being served. Just bring pencil, paper and any other utensils you may need. All levels welcome.
A fee of 12 Euros can be paid in cash upon arrival to cover our costs and to pay for the model.
We also offer portrait sessions on most Sundays from 3-6 pm.
For more information about us, see www.viennaatelier.com or send email to info@viennaatelier.com
Belvedere-Klimt-Walk: Klimt und Wien um 1900
Wir begeben uns auf eine Reise in das Goldenen Zeitalter Wiens um 1900. Wir sehen Bilder Klimts aus seiner "Goldenen Phase", den "Kuss", Bilder von Monet, van Gogh, Munch und vielennanderen und lernen über die Zeit um 1900. Du erfährst über Zusammenhänge, Einflüsse, Bedeutungen und bekommst ein noch besseres Gefühl für diese fürbWien so wichtige Zeit. Zusammen werden wir Fragen aufwerfen und gemeinsam diesen begegnen und auch einfach zusammen uns an den vielen so hochwertigen Bildern im Oberen Belvedere erfreuen. es wird sehr nett.
Walk geleitet von: Dr. Kolja Kramer, Kunsthistoriker
SPECIAL 8€ SALSA EVENT
**\*READ below for the code for the discounted 8€ ticket\***
***Kindly note*** *that Internationals in Wien and the Organiser do events for free. The 8€ is to pay for the space and the instructor's time and should be paid directly to the instructor at the venue.*
Hey there,
Welcome to your first contact with me, Esra!
First, I'd like to introduce you to our thoughts, philosophy, and vision. You'll learn how to dance salsa, of course, but this is more than that!
Are you ready to have fun while you dance and meet new people!? It's for everyone even if you haven’t tried it before!
\*You don't need to bring a dance partner
OR
\*You can come with your dance partner and stay together
I am passionate about what we do, I love to dance, and I have been doing this for so many years that I know is more than just dance. After all these years of dancing, you realize that you can learn how to dance and achieve that and even much more because we did, I experienced all that and more, much more. That’s why I set up this class, creating a welcoming experience for each of my new students 🤗, fomenting/encouraging friendship and comradery and a non-competitive environment even when you’ll learn and dance well because we don’t want people spending a lot of time and a bunch of money and then be frustrated with their dance skills.
🕺💃 Join us for my Free salsa class for newbies😍 🕺🏾💃 If you want to shine on the dance floor make sure you don't miss any classes 🤩 Be there at - DANZÓN, Johannesgasse 3, 1010 Wien. So that you don't miss out on this big chunk of new learning & a lot of enjoyment !!😀 and it is a club, feel free to stay back enjoy the drinks and watch your fellow students dance.
🕖 **7 pm - Discounted 8€ Class only on announced dates**
**CODE: \*SALIW423\***
Our Schedule: Every Wednesday and Saturday
🕖 7 pm - Beginners
🕗 8 pm - Advanced
🕘 9 pm - Social Party
Signup here and DM me now😉 Follow our social media to stay tuned or visit [HERE](https://www.facebook.com/esra.salsa.3)
Come to check out our salsa class!! You'll not regret it ;)
For videos and photos check our Instagram @esra_berkoz to DM me.
SALSA COURSES💃🏽🕺🏽💕🎉
~~ DEUTSCH
Hallo!
Jeden MITTWOCH und SAMSTAG finden die SALSA KURSE im Danzón statt!
�� PROGRAMM ��
• 19:00-20:00 SALSA ANFÄNGER
• 20:00-21:00 SALSA FORTGESCHRITTE
�Man kann MIT oder OHNE PARTNER teilnehmen!
�Jeder Zeit kann man einsteigen(open classes)
�Wenn man zu den Kurse teilnimmt,ist die Eintritt für die beste Latin Party GRATIS!
🔥Mit MEETUP Code ist €10🔥
�INFOS & ANMELDUNGEN:
� 0676 486 9162
Sie und alle Ihre Freunden sind herzlich eingeladen!
Lass der Tanz dein Leben verändert!��
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ENGLISH VERSION
Hello!
Every WEDNESDAY and SATURDAY, the SALSA COURSES will take place in the Danzón!
�� PROGRAM ��
• 19:00-20:00 SALSA BEGINNER
• 20:00-21:00 SALSA ADVANCED
� You can participate WITH or WITHOUT a PARTNER!
�You can join at any time (open classes)
�If you attend the courses, entry to the best Latin party is FREE!
🔥With MEETUP code it's 10€🔥
�INFO & REGISTRATION:
� 0676 486 9162
You and all your friends are cordially invited!
Let dance change your life!��
Figure Drawing / Painting Session
(Deutsch unten.) Saturday's figure drawing/painting session starts at 3pm.
Bring pencil, paper and any other utensils you may need. Easels & boards are available in the atelier. The long pose will be maintained for about 5 times 20 minutes, so that it is also possible to paint in watercolor, oil, etc.
Free snacks and non-alcoholic drinks are available.
Registration through this Meetup is suggested but not required. You can pay the 12 Euros fees in cash upon arrival. For more information, feel free to send email at info@viennaatelier.com
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Das Aktzeichnen und Malen am Samstag beginnt um 15 Uhr. Bringen Sie Bleistift, Papier und andere Materialen mit. Staffeleien & Bretter gibt es im Atelier. Die lange Pose ist etwa 5 mal 20 Minuten lang, daher ist es auch gut möglich mit Aquarell, Öl, usw. zu malen.
Kostenlose Snacks und alkoholfreie Getränke stehen zur Verfügung.
Eine Anmeldung über dieses Meetup wird empfohlen, ist aber nicht erforderlich. Sie können die 12 Euro Gebühr beim Ankommen in bar bezahlen.
Für weitere Informationen senden Sie bitte eine E-Mail an info@viennaatelier.com
Classical Music Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Tango Argentino Basics
[*Included in the [Tango Learning Pass](https://www.jessicagerdel.com/tango-learning-pass/)*] **A grounded, embodied approach to Tango Argentino for beginners building foundations and improvers seeking clarity, depth, and freedom.**
**Every Sunday (except during our Tango Immersion Weekends)**, we explore the essentials of Tango Argentino focusing not only on what to do, but on how and why we move the way we do in this dance.
✨ **No previous experience required**, just curiosity to work with essential principles that allow you to understand the Tango Argentino language sooner, and adapt easier to real social dance situations.
**✨ Experienced dancers refine technique and efficiency of their movements**
✨ **You can come with or without a dance partner**, and learn the role(s) of your choice (Jessica encourages to learn both).
✨ **Each class is followed by our Focused Práctica**, a guided practice gathering for all levels, where you can take time to socialize and integrate what you learned, ask questions, receive feedback, and practice in a relaxed and supportive environment.
**Sundays** (except during [Tango Immersion Weekends](https://www.jessicagerdel.com/tangoimmersion))
**19:00–20:00** Tango Basics Class
**20:00–22:00** Practice Gathering with feedback
**@ Breitenseer Straße 6, 1140 Wien** (door on the corner)
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Drop-in or register [here](https://www.jessicagerdel.com/tangobasics/#start).
**The [Tango Learning Pass](https://www.jessicagerdel.com/tango-learning-pass/) includes our weekly classes (Wednesday and this Sunday course) and the practice sessions.**
€20 per person per class
€15 per person per Guided Practice session
€85 pack of 4 classes in a row + Guided Practice sessions after each class
Participants with low income can request the Solidaritarif (-20%) via email or in person.
PS. This course doesn't include classes on May 17th, June 21st and July 19th because of the [Tango Immersion](https://www.jessicagerdel.com/tangoimmersion) Weekends. Jessica will guide you on which workshops are suitable for beginners if you want to join those weekends too.
**Teaching approach**
Spoiler alert: This is not about copying and memorizing steps.
Jessica's teaching focus is on body awareness, connection, and developing good habits from the start — so what you learn works in real social dance situations and truly supports your dance in the long term.
**Check out more about her work at [jessicagerdel.com](https://www.jessicagerdel.com/) and on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/tangoimmersion/)/[Instagram](http://www.instagram.com/abrazatango): Abrazatango.**
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Donauinsel Splash & Share: A Fun-Filled Picnic Fiesta
This is a **free** event.
Hello friends!
Meet us there at 14:00 with your favourite blanket and whatever you want to eat and drink. Also a bathing suit and towel in case you want to jump into the water and splash around.
We will be able to play badminton, volleyball and whatever else you want if you bring the necessary equipment. In addition, there may be music to make the atmosphere even more cheerful.
The event is non-profit, so bring anything you want to share with other participants.
We look forward to seeing you all for an afternoon of fun and good company on the Donauinsel!
We will be meeting at the pin on google maps and sitting close to there.
Tango Argentino Focused Práctica for all levels
**Focused Práctica for all levels –** *Included in the new [Tango Learning Pass](https://www.jessicagerdel.com/tango-learning-pass/), the 4-block of the [Tango Basics Course](https://www.jessicagerdel.com/tangobasics/), and the semester/yearly subscription to the [Tango Immersion Program.](https://www.jessicagerdel.com/tangoimmersion/) Attending just the Práctica? Get advantage of the 5-block (€60) and the 10-block (€100). Single Práctica sessions are €15.*
Looking for a space to practice Tango Argentino with intention? The Focused Prácticas are open practice gatherings for dancers of all levels, whether you’re just starting out, deepening your foundations, or refining more advanced skills.
**You’re welcome to:**
Train individual technique or work in pairs
Practice the role(s) of your choice – Most regular attendants practice both
Explore what you want for as long as you like
Repeat, research, and integrate what you’re currently learning wherever that may be
**This is not a class, and not a milonga.**
**It’s a space for mindful practice, curiosity, and experimentation.**
There's plenty of room for those who want to practice navigation in ronda or something else on a fixed spot without disturbing each other's process.
It's not required to attend my classes to join, the Focused Prácticas are open to all backgrounds.
**Here you can expect:**
A welcoming, respectful atmosphere
Space to focus without pressure
Supportive presence if questions arise
Freedom to choose what you want to work on
Socializing and exchanging feedback with others is welcome; consent and respecting each person’s process is the base.
When I'm traveling, the Focused Prácticas are hosted by Justina.
**When & Where?**
Sundays at 20:00, after the Tango Basics class\*
EWTO Akademie – Breitenseer Straße 6, 1140 Wien
\*Except during our [Tango Immersion Weekends](https://www.jessicagerdel.com/tangoimmersion), in which the Práctica takes place on Saturdays at 20:15 at a different location. Check our calendar for details.
**Whether you’re building foundations, maintaining a regular practice habit, or simply looking for a place to dance with intention, you’re warmly invited.**
Come as you are.
Practice what matters to you.
Grow together with intention.
See you on the dance floor!
Abrazo,
Jessica
**Check out our full calendar at jessicagerdel.com**
**Facebook/Instagram: Abrazatango**
Tango Interactive
Tango Argentino ist eine improvisierte Tanzform, in der wir drei Schlüsselelemente entwickeln: Umarmung, das richtige Gehen und Musikalität.
## KURSE Sonntags von 17:00 bis 18:00 Uhr.
In dieser Einheit zeigen wir Übungen in der die Wahrnehmung der Körperachse geweckt und spürbar gemacht wird, wie man durch die Umarmung in Kontakt mit dem Partner treten kann, und wie die Musik und unsere Wahrnehmung von Rhythmus zu einem lebendigen Ganzen verschmelzen. Anschließend kommen alle Teilnehmer\*innen in Bewegung um den Tango selbst zu spüren und zu experimentieren.
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## Geführte PRACTICA Sonntags von 18:00 bis 20:00 Uhr.
Den Sonntagabend lassen wir mit einer Tango Practica ausklingen mit Beispielen von den verschieden Musiktypen, zu denen wir Tango Argentino tanzen: Tango, Walz, Milonga und Nontango. Wir freuen uns auf Euch!
#### Diese Kurse finden in [Robert-Hamerling-Gasse 1](https://share.google/EH7GJDG2JnUNrsfGI) \- 1150\, Wien statt\.
**Sonntags:"KURSE" und "Geführte PRACTICA"**
**Uhrzeit:**
"KURSE" von 17:00 bis 18:00 Uhr
"Geführte PRACTICA" ab 18:00 bis 20:00 Uhr
**Preise pro Person:**
Kurs: 25€. Practica: 10€
Kurs und Practica zusammen: 30€
**Preise Block Mai-Juni 2026 pro Person:** 180€.
Ich freue mich auf Euch.
Um Anmeldung wird gebeten unter: 0680 1246357 oder per e-mail.
Für mehr Informationen: [www.tangogermano.com](http://www.tangogermano.com) - [https://www.youtube.com/user/tangogermano](https://www.youtube.com/user/tangogermano) -
SPECIAL OUTDOOR SUMMER PICKNICK & SALSA & BACHATA COURSES!☀️👙🥪🍓🌈💃🏽🕺🏽❤️
☀️🌈SONNTAGS SPEZIELLE SALSA & BACHATA KURSE & PICKNICK!!😍👙☀️🍓🥪🥙
•16:30 treffen wir uns auf der DONAU INSEL. Wenn ihr schwimmen wollt,gerne könnt ihr die Badekleidungen mitnehmen.
Jeder kann etwas zum essen & trinken mitbringen und
•um 18:00 fangen wir mit BACHATA SENSUAL KURSE an und
•um 19:00 SALSA KURSE💃🏽🕺🏽 und nachher weiter tanzen🎉
🔥SPECIAL PREIS FÜR MEETUP PEOPLE (PRO KURS,eine Stunde) : €10 🔥 mit „SUMMER MAGIC“ CODE
💚FÜR ANMELDUNG & FRAGEN: 0676 486 9162
Freue mich auf Euch alle!!
Lass uns den Sommer zusammen genießen & tanzen!😍❤️
Lg.Esra Berköz 💃🏽😊
Social Hike: Beethoven Hills + Seegrotte
Be inspired like Beethoven, who roamed these hills in 1814. After gathering at Vienna Main Station (Wien Hauptbahnhof) we'll catch a 20-minute train to a quaint municipality just outside Vienna. A short walk will lead us straight through town and up to its thick walled neo-Gothic church. There, we start our proper hike up and around this picturesque mountain with its token 12th-century castle, which also starred in Stephen Herek's "The Three Musketeers". Expect a lush pine forest, magnificent views and impressive medieval architecture.
But that's not all. Underway we'll also take a detour to the nearby Seegrotte, Europe's largest underwater lake. A mystical place brimming with history.
Price includes train tickets and friendly host. Entrance fee for the 1-hour Seegrotte guided tour and boat ride is \~EUR 18 (not included).
To secure your spots, please ...
Step 1: RSVP here on Meetup first (optional but recommended)
Step 2: Complete your booking at https://vienna.ixpat.com/beethoven
Sunday Padel Outdoor at Donaucity
Join us for our regular and casual Sunday on playing Padel.
We reserve our right to adapt the setup according to the audience level, vibe, health, weather, shape etc
SETUP
● 2 courts (2 vs 2),
1 team is rotating or taking a rest
court 1: minim 6 players
court 2: minim 4 players
● 2 courts - 10-12 people
(more players, we make small teams and play shorts, all combination;
the hosts have the last word. proposals are welcome)
● The event organisers or experienced player are entitled to send players on the second court
● We are respectfull and warm with each other, our cultural and professional background is diverse.
● New proposals are welcome :). Sometimes we adapt.
● The host toghether with the regular players, can ask new or misbehaved players to step out from the court, in order to maintain the good vibes
Price to pay (in cash)
(Aprox, for this season, could vary with 1-2 euros)
■ 12 euros for 1h
■ 20 euros for 2h
■ If you need a racket, you can rent it from us for 2 € (if available). Otherwise you can always rent from the venue for 5 €.
■ Cancelation 4-6h, ahead or you pay 10 euros the fee for 1h
● We use the money to cover the courts rent & subscription for renting, smaller hostings or welcome expenses
Important
● New commers, intermediate, out of shape, friendly players are playing on their own risk. If they choose to play with advanced players in a more "competitive" way (hitting the ball in the direction of opponent player is allowed).
● Playing competitive is allowed on the first court
● Playing friendly is our main goal. For this we understand both advanced people, who want to consume their energy, and the social people who play for fun. Please collaborate on the court and don't go to advanced court if you are injured or recovering from illness.
● Please anounce the hosts and/or the players on your court, if you have some injuries or specific conditions.
● We love to play social and all levels.
● Be welcoming with newcomers
● Once you know us (couple of games together), You are welcome to hang out with us, even when you can't play.
Classical Music Events Near You
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Music BINGO
🎶 Ready for a night of music, laughs, and great company? Join us at Thunderwing Brewing for Music Bingo — a fun twist on classic bingo where songs replace numbers and the good vibes keep flowing!
🎵 Sing along, test your music knowledge, and enjoy a relaxed evening with the group.
📍 Please RSVP to reserve your spot:
Text Renee at 614-257-9389
(We need a headcount so the brewery can plan staffing and seating.)
🪑 Arrive early to grab a seat — feel free to bring a camping chair for extra seating.
🍔 Food trucks are often on site, or you’re welcome to bring your own food.
🐶 Bonus: Dogs are welcome, so bring your pup along too!
Columbus ski club membership not required for this event. CSC assumes no responsibility for the event or any injuries as this is organized by a third party.
Shucking Bubba Deluxe Music on the Patio!
Let's mix and boogie! We'll start with social time over dinner/appetizers/drinks from 6:00-8:00pm. Then we'll get down with a live band [Shucking Bubba Deluxe](http://www.shuckingbubba.com/). COVER CHARGE: $10.00 (cash)
SBD: A great danceable cover band playing popular genres of music - funk, classic rock, pop & club/dance.
[Harry Buffalo](http://www.harrybuffalo.com/locations/westerville/) has a wide selection of quality appetizers and entrees.
Harry Buffalo seating is first come/first serve this evening. We need a few folks to be there by 6:00pm or so to secure a table on the patio.
DRESS: Late Summer Patio (picnic table friendly)
BAD WEATHER CANCEL (usually by 4pm)
PARKING: lots near restaurant and down the street. Do not park at Taco Bell.
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/
Contra dance June 20 (First Unitarian Universalist Church) note new time!
# **Saturday, June 20, 2026**
**Beginners’ Session 1:30 to 2:00 PM**
**Dancing 2:00 to 4:30 PM**
**Band: Gem City Revelers**
**Caller: David Mould**
**You are invited to join us for dinner at Olive and Lime (in the church’s back parking lot) after the dance.**
**Location: First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Road, Columbus, OH 43214.**
**Cost is $10 for adults, $5 ages 12-25.**
**New to dancing? A beginners’ session, from 1:30 to 2:00 PM, will get you started. You will learn some basic figures that will be repeated in the afternoon’s dances. All dances will be taught and no partner is needed. Dancing is from 2:00 to 4:30 PM.**
**Please bring your own refillable water bottle.**
**All Soles Dance upcoming dance dates are, as follows:**
**July 25, 2026–Summer Potluck and Dance**
**No August Dance**
**September 26, 2026**
**October 17, 2026**
**November 21, 2026**
**December 19, 2026**
**Visit our website at: https://firstuucolumbus.org/connection/all-soles/**
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.
Columbus Museum of Art, Free Admission Sundays
Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free.























