WinterFest returns Saturday, November 21, noon to 4:00 p.m. at Dorrian Green. Free Scioto Mile afternoon with food trucks, local music and seasonal drinks by the river.
WinterFest, presented by Columbus Recreation and Parks, runs Saturday, November 21, 2026, from noon to 4:00 p.m. at Dorrian Green on the Scioto Mile. Admission is free. Food trucks and craft pours are pay-as-you-go, so budget for lunch even though the gate costs nothing.
The 2026 date moves the festival to a November Saturday afternoon with local musicians, trucks and river views instead of a night market crush. Dorrian Green sits at 50 S. Belle Street in Downtown, a short walk from Civic Center Drive garages and the Scioto promenade.
This is an easy family or friends outing if you want outdoor winter energy without a ticket queue. Dress for wind off the river, bring small bills for trucks that run slower card lines, and stash a blanket if kids want to sit through a set.
Confirm hours on the official page the morning of your visit, pack a layer for evening air, and screenshot any timed-entry tickets before you reach the gate.
