Create & Sip Classes at Uptown Art and Clay
2026-04-24 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-04-25 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-04-30 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-05-01 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Uptown Art & Clay, 13 1/2 E. College Ave., Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Grab your friends and purchase tickets for a create and sip class at Uptown Art & Clay. Supplies provided.

Live Music at Asterisk Supper Club
2026-04-24 18:30 - 21:30, 2026-05-01 18:30 - 21:30 | Asterisk Supper Club, 14 N. State St., Westerville, 43081, United States
Enjoy a quaint dinner, drinks and live music each Friday night at Asterisk Supper Club.

Live Music Fridays at Good Vibes Winery
2026-04-24 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Good Vibes Winery, 2 S. State St., Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Kick off the weekend with Live Music Fridays at Good Vibes Winery in Uptown Westerville. Each Friday evening, local musicians take the stage to create a relaxed atmosphere perfect for enjoying a glass of wine with friends.
Settle in, sip your favorite wine, and enjoy live performances from a rotating lineup of talented artists spanning a variety of genres.
Upcoming Live Music Schedule:
March 6 – Ken Schwartz
March 13 – Mike Wolfe
March 20 – Annie Hawe
March 27 – Mike Raymond
Whether you’re starting your night in Uptown or looking for a laid-back evening out, Live Music Fridays at Good Vibes Winery offer the perfect blend of music, wine, and good company.

Acoustic Open Mic at Java Central
2026-04-24 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-01 19:00 - 22:00 | Java Central Coffee Roasters, 20 S. State St., Ste. B, Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Acoustic One Mic! Every Friday at Java Central from 7pm-10pm. Very eclectic and very good! Welcoming everyone with musical talent and/or aspirations to sing and play – considered one of the best around.

Independent Bookstore Day at Birdie Books
2026-04-25 09:00 - 20:00 | Birdie Books, 74 N. State St., Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Celebrate the joy of reading during Independent Bookstore Day at Birdie Books in Uptown Westerville. This nationwide celebration of independent bookstores brings book lovers together for a full day of special activities, exclusive merchandise, and community fun.
Stop by throughout the day to spin the prize wheel, grab a bite from a local food truck, and shop limited-edition bookstore merchandise created especially for Independent Bookstore Day.
The celebration also includes a two-day bookstore crawl, giving readers extra time to explore and support independent bookshops around the region while discovering new favorites along the way.
Whether you’re a lifelong reader or simply love browsing a cozy bookstore, Independent Bookstore Day is the perfect opportunity to celebrate local booksellers and the vibrant literary community in Uptown Westerville.

Independent Bookstore Day
2026-04-25 09:00 - 20:00 | Birdie Books, 74 N. State St., Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Our favorite day of the year is almost here—Independent Bookstore Day!
We absolutely adore our bookish community, and this national celebration is our chance to throw a party in honor of our shared love of all things books.
We will have a prize wheel, food truck, giveaways, and exclusive merch to celebrate the best day of the year!
Indie Bookstore Crawl
To make the weekend even more exciting, we’re once again participating in the Indie Bookstore Crawl with fellow Central Ohio bookshops! This year, the crawl runs both Saturday and Sunday.
Here’s how it works:
Pick up a Crawl Card at your first bookstore
Get it stamped at each stop you make
Visit at least 7 participating stores
Turn in your completed card at your final stop to be entered to win one of five amazing Swag Bags, packed with books, gift cards, and goodies from local bookstores

Sips & Sounds: Live Music Saturdays at Good Vibes Winery
2026-04-25 17:00 - 20:00 | Good Vibes Winery, 2 S. State St., Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Enjoy a relaxing evening of wine and live music during Sips & Sounds at Good Vibes Winery in Uptown Westerville. This Saturday night music series features a rotating lineup of talented local musicians performing a variety of acoustic, folk, pop, and jazz favorites.
Settle in with a glass of wine, gather with friends, and enjoy the laid-back atmosphere that makes Good Vibes Winery a favorite weekend destination in Uptown.
Upcoming Sips & Sounds Schedule:
March 7 – JT Jazz (6-8PM)
March 14 – Imber Solis (5-7PM)
March 21- Kim Haffey (5-7PM)
March 28- Ken Kaplan (6-8PM)
Looking for live music in Westerville? Sips & Sounds is one of Westerville’s favorite weekly live music events! Whether you’re planning a date night or a casual evening out, Sips & Sounds offers the perfect blend of music, wine, and good company.

Live Music at Giammarco's
2026-04-25 18:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-26 18:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-27 18:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-28 18:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-29 18:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-30 18:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-01 18:00 - 22:00 | Giammarco’s Italian Restaurant, 6030 Chandler Ct., Westerville, OH, 43082, United States
Live entertainment offered on the Patio or in the Grotto on select nights. Please see Entertainment Calendar for scheduled dates. Please make note when making reservation if it’s for the entertainment.

Live Music at Java Central
2026-04-25 19:00 - 21:30 | Java Central Coffee Roasters, 20 S. State St., Ste. B, Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Come to Java Central for live entertainment and delicious drinks every Friday and Saturday night.

Columbus Cars and Coffee
2026-04-26 08:00 - 11:00 | Starbucks Westerville, 691 N. Cleveland Ave., Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
A casual group of automotive enthusiasts – who enjoy talking to other like-minded car nuts over a cup of coffee – here in Columbus. All are welcome, and diversity is encouraged. Columbus Cars & Coffee will meet every Sunday at Starbucks in Westerville from 8am-11am, 691 N. Cleveland Ave, Westerville 43081 – south of Polaris Parkway, behind Starbucks by Local Cantina.

Plant & Pour
2026-04-26 16:00 - 18:00 | Blend Candle Co., 16 E. Main St., Westerville, oh, 43081, United States
Celebrate Earth Day Week with a Creative, Sustainable Workshop with your favorites in Uptown Westerville! 🌿
Join us for a special collaborative experience this Earth Day week as we partner with our neighbors at Over Grown to bring you a hands-on, eco-friendly workshop designed to inspire your creativity and connect you with nature.
This unique two-part experience will engage your senses and help you bring more greenery into your space:
✨ Part One: Custom Candle Pouring at Blend | 4pm
Begin your journey at Blend, where you’ll craft your own signature candle. Explore a variety of scents to create a fragrance that’s uniquely yours, then pour it into a beautiful vessel you’ll love displaying at home.
🌱 Part Two: Planting at Over Grown | 5pm
Next, head over to Overgrown to pot your very own heart leaf philodendron in a stylish planter. You’ll learn the essentials of sustainable plant care, along with expert tips to help your plant thrive. Plus, you’ll receive a care card to guide you long after the workshop ends.
Celebrate Earth Day by creating two beautiful, lasting pieces—both made by you!
🎟 Tickets: $50 REGISTER HERE!

Masterworks III: A Symphonic Celebration of America 250
2026-04-26 17:00 - 19:00 | Fritsche Theatre at Cowan Hall, 30 S. Grove St., Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
As Westerville and the nation prepare to celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s founding, the Westerville Symphony offers a powerful and inspiring tribute to our shared history through music that embodies the American spirit.

Draw Together - Still Life Drawing
2026-04-28 18:30 - 20:30 | Daylight Artist Collective, 9 E. College Ave., Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Tuesday evenings, relax and draw with local creatives. Still life setup and lighting provided, bring your paper & drawing supplies.c

Trivia Night at North High
2026-04-29 18:00 - 20:00 | North High Brewing, 250 S. State St., Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Work together, win prizes! Join us for eight rounds of pen-and-paper, general knowledge team trivia. No team size limit, but most of our tables are best suited for teams of 4-8.

Story Time at Birdie Books
2026-04-30 10:30 - 11:00 | Birdie Books, 74 N. State St., Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Gather for a cozy morning of stories during Story Time at Birdie Books in Uptown Westerville. Held every Thursday, this family-friendly event invites young readers and their caregivers to enjoy engaging children’s stories in the welcoming atmosphere of Westerville’s beloved independent bookstore.
Story Time is the perfect way to introduce little ones to the joy of reading while connecting with other families in the community. After the reading, guests are invited to explore the shop’s thoughtfully curated selection of children’s books and gifts.
Story Time takes place every Thursday from 10:30-11AM at Birdie Books in Uptown Westerville.

Public Opinion: Beyond the Headlines in Westerville
2026-05-01, 2026-05-02 | Westerville History Museum, 126 S. State St., Westerville, OH, 43081
Exhibit opens May 1, 2026

Within 15 years of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the First Amendment to the United States Constitution was established to protect the rights of free speech, free press, and peaceful assembly.
To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States, become an investigative journalist to uncover the storiesbehind some of the most gripping headlines and heated debates in Westerville history. Fact-check your sources, expose bias, flex your interview skills, and discover the many viewpoints of citizens and public figures of yesterday and today.

Featured Stories

Land of the Unfree
Westerville: Bone Dry?
The War of the Words
Whose Kids Are These? Westerville School District Boundaries
Westerville Takes to the Streets

Uptown Friday Nights in Westerville
2026-05-01 18:30 - 20:30 | Uptown Westerville, Main St., Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Spend your Friday evenings in the heart of the city during Uptown Friday Nights in Westerville. From May through September, historic Uptown comes alive each Friday evening with live music performances in multiple locations throughout the district.
Visitors can shop and stroll along State Street while enjoying performances from a rotating lineup of local musicians. Many Uptown merchants stay open late, creating the perfect opportunity to explore boutiques, discover local restaurants, and enjoy the lively atmosphere.
Guests can also take advantage of Westerville’s Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA), allowing visitors to sip beverages from participating establishments while walking through Uptown.
Uptown Friday Nights take place every Friday from May through September, with the exception of Fourth Fridays when the district hosts the larger Fourth Friday Festival.
Presented by the Westerville Uptown Merchants Association (WUMA), Uptown Friday Nights offer a relaxed and welcoming way to experience live music, local shopping, and the charm of historic Uptown Westerville.
