Wizards & Wands Festival: 4th Friday Celebration

Experience an evening of magic and wonder at 4th Friday’s Midnight Madness in Uptown Westerville! As part of the Wizards & Wands Festival, enjoy live music, illusionists, science shows, giant bubbles, amazing animals, tattoos, a DeLorean display, costumed characters, and more. With free admission, family-friendly entertainment, and costumes encouraged, this enchanting event offers something for every age.
Evolution of Photography with Gary Gardiner

Join former Associated Press photo editor and Westerville News publisher Gary Gardiner for a fascinating look at the evolution of photography. From black-and-white film and darkrooms to the powerful digital cameras we carry every day, Gary shares his experiences navigating decades of technological change while showcasing unique pieces of photography history. This program complements the Westerville History Museum’s exhibit, Public Opinion: Beyond the Headlines, exploring the history of Westerville’s free press, on display through March 31, 2027.
Ohio Open Doors Tour: Behind the Scenes in the Library Building

Step behind the scenes of the Westerville Public Library during this special Ohio Open Doors tour. Discover how three distinct building eras—from an 1850s home and the Anti-Saloon League headquarters to the original 1955 library and modern renovations—came together to create today’s library. Explore public and staff-only spaces, including the Westerville History Museum’s collections storage area, while learning about the rich history of the library and the Westerville community.
Hanby House Summer Program Series

Saturday, September 12, 1:00pm – 4:00pm at the Hanby House 160 W. Main st. – William Hanby was a saddle maker working with leather as his trade. The Hanby House […]
Hanby House Summer Program Series

Saturday, July 11, 1:00pm-4:00pm at the Historic Hanby House 160 W. Main St. – There will be presentations on the Pioneer History of Westerville at 1:30pm, 2:15pm, and 3:00pm. Learn […]
Hanby House Summer Program Series

Saturday, June 27, 1pm-4pm at the Hanby House 160 W. Main St. – Join us for a look at the under-told local history stories of the 250th mural project. Meet […]
Family ties bind in old Westerville. Just ask ‘Uptown Dave’ Deringer

By JOE MEYER | For Uptown Westerville Inc – If shopping and dining in Uptown feels like family, it’s no wonder. Family ties are common across the small independent businesses […]
2026 Uptown Cookie Walk kicks off our walking tour season March 7

Make a sweet start to the Uptown Westerville walking events season as you munch your way through the 2026 Cookie Walk Saturday, March 7. The Uptown Cookie Walk – the […]
High Bank’s vodka awarded as World’s Best at international competition

Local craft distillery lands a total of 17 awards at the 2025 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, including more accolades for its Whiskey War line of blended whiskey. Residents don’t […]
New Uptown walking tour – The W Files – debuts Saturday

The W Files, a new walking and storytelling tour in historic Uptown Westerville, will debut Saturday, July 12. With ‘W’ standing for Westerville, The W Files tour “unlocks the hidden, […]
Catch Westerville’s big July 4th parade in historic Uptown!

There’s no better place to see Westerville’s awesome July 4th parade than historic Uptown. Find a parking spot in any of Uptown’s many public parking lots (all are free), bring […]
WHS program: Veterans interred in Westerville cemeteries

In observance of Memorial Day, the Westerville Historical Society will share the history of cemeteries in our area and the stories of some of those who served our nation and […]
Saturday Night Live at JC Nov. 2

String Theory – ‘60s-‘80s+ Acoustic Rock
Shhh: ‘Columbus Cars and Coffee’ will roll into Uptown Sept. 28

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RockHouse will bring the ’80s to City Hall for July 26 Fourth Friday

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Delicious fresh produce, baked goods and vendor fare at the Market July 20

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Start a beautiful Saturday at the Farmers Market in historic Uptown July 13

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Get your Ohio sweet corn and blueberries at the Market July 6

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Catch Westerville’s big July 4th parade in historic Uptown!

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City’s safety measures at 4th Fridays are extensive, but subtle

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