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Experience Columbus This Summer!
With a full schedule of blockbuster events, now is the time to experience Columbus.
Making a big splash this summer is Zoombezi Bay—the wildest water park ever. Located next to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, the 22.7-acre park opens May 26. Experience the thrill of speeding down 15 water slides, the adrenaline rush of riding the wave pool, the calm of the lazy river, the laughter of children at the kiddy play pool and more. Tickets for Zoombezi Bay include admission to the acclaimed zoo.
Become a super sleuth in the brand new exhibit “CSI: The Experience,” coming to COSI Columbus May 24-Sept. 1. As the name suggests, it’s inspired by the hit CBS television series, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. Just as they do on the show, you can investigate the crime scene, collect evidence and use cutting-edge forensic science to prove it’s not always an open and shut case.
One of Broadway’s biggest hits will be staged in Columbus this year. The visually stunning blockbuster “Disney’s The Lion King” will stop at the ornate Ohio Theatre for a month-long run, Aug. 28-Sept. 28.
See the largest and most comprehensive exhibition of Pulitzer Prize-winning photographs ever shown in the United States in the exhibit, “Capture the Moment: The Pulitzer Prize Photographs,” through July 25 at the Ohio Historical Center. Return later in the year for “Rockwell’s America: Celebrating the Art of Norman Rockwell,” the largest Norman Rockwell exhibit in the world. Set for Nov. 1-March 1, it’s a look back at true Americana with 322 Saturday Evening Post covers and much more.
The Wexner Center for the Arts is the only U.S. stop for the blockbuster exhibit “Andy Warhol: Other Voices, Other Rooms.” On view Sept. 13-Jan. 4, it sheds new light on the celebrated Pop Art master, who was among the most influential artists of the 20th century.
Starting this fall, a new permanent light installation by internationally acclaimed artist James Turrell will illuminate Franklin Park Conservatory’s historic Palm House. One of only a few architectural light projects in the world, Turrell’s work will literally put the conservatory in the international spotlight. It’s already known in the art world as the only public botanical garden with a permanent Dale Chihuly collection. Plus, now through Sept. 7, you can walk amid thousands of butterflies during the 15th anniversary of Blooms & Butterflies.
See the motorcycles of the stars at the aptly named “MotoStars: Celebrities + Motorcycles” opening May 1 at the Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum. From the stage to screen and sports fields to concert halls, you’ll see motorcycles owned by dozens of celebrities —both male and female.
Sports fans also can cheer on the nation's best track athletes ages 14-19 in the 2008 USA Junior Outdoor Track & Field Championships, June 20-22 at The Ohio State University.
Visit ExperienceColumbus.com to make sure you experience the best of Columbus. Plan your getaway by selecting from customized travel packages with themes ranging from girl’s getaways and Broadway shows to golf outings and family fun.
The Experience Columbus Getaway Package includes: