October is an exciting month in and around Worthington! We’ve rounded up a highlight of events happening this month, from markets to sales, concerts to open houses, to fun and spooky Halloween activities.

Villa Nova is a Worthington institution, serving pizzas, pastas, sandwiches, and cold beer to generations of families since it first opened in 1978.

The Worthington Tavern opened in historic Old Worthington, offering a new option for creative tavern fare, fun cocktails, whiskey, wine, and local craft beers - plus a kid’s menu, weekend brunch, and new patios!

After being on hiatus since 2019, the Worthington Arts Festival returning June 18-19! Visit for 110+ artists, demos, food, a kid’s scavenger hunt, and more fun.

Whether it’s the fifth of May or any day of the year, you can enjoy terrific Mexican eats at these spots all around Worthington!

Beginning in April, the Worthington Partnership, Worthington Historical Society and Worthington Libraries will display throughout Worthington an outdoor gallery of historic photographs titled Picture Worthington: History Walk.

Chapala Mexican Grill opened in late February on High Street, giving Worthington a new option for tacos, margaritas, and other Mexican favorites.

Velca Grill opened in Linworth at the beginning of February, run by father and son Arben and Armando Velcani, who started it as a way to showcase Albanian cuisine.

Worthington is proud to be the home of the American Whistle Corporation and Factory. Did you know that you can take tours of their amazing space? Recently, Ohio Find It Here did a full write-up on the experience. Check it out!

After a successful extended outdoor winter market in November and December, the Worthington Farmers Market will return indoors starting Saturday, February 5!

Starting on Monday, January 17, the Peggy R. McConnell Arts Center opens an exciting new exhibition titled Post No Ills, featuring new work from Columbus artist Lance Johnson. Post No Ills is a multi-disciplinary celebration of urban art placed in a suburban setting.

The Holidays are officially HERE! Worthington is the perfect place to kick off your holiday shopping. We’ve rounded up great experiences you can gift, like memberships, classes, workshops, and play-times.

Railroads have a long history in Worthington, and still today residents and visitors alike can experience the fun of trains this holiday season, whether they’re full-size or miniature models!

The Holidays are officially HERE! Worthington is the perfect place to kick off your holiday shopping. Stay tuned for some great ideas for everyone on your list, all available at our local Worthington stores. Of course, this is only one small example of the amazing treasures you’ll find - so be sure to visit and share what you discover!

If you’ve driven through the northern part of Worthington, you’ve probably noticed a bit of construction happening! Exciting things are in store for the Worthington Gateway (the former Holiday Inn site) AND The Shops at Worthington Place. Redevelopment at the Worthington Mall is on track to start as early as Spring 2022.

There’s plenty happening in Worthington throughout the holiday season, from shopping to special events, markets to open houses. Get a look at all the holiday activities in Worthington!

Amy Homan is the founder and designer behind Evolverie, a responsible clothing brand that provides affordable, sustainable quality clothing for women. The company just opened its first brick and mortar location - right here in Old Worthington at 694 High Street! We chatted with Amy about the company, its mission, and its new storefront.

You may have noticed that The Candle Lab in Old Worthington has now become Penn & Beech! The local pour-your-own candle shop was purchased by the Indianapolis-based group, and the three Columbus locations are now under the Penn & Beech name.

The Worthington Farmers Market is a staple of downtown, and while November usually marks the move to the indoor market, this year they’ll make the season merry and bright with a winter holiday market!

Explore Peacock Lane Home, an antique and consignment store on the south end of Old Worthington, with room after room of treasures to discover.