FAQ

How much does it cost?

Admission to WinterFest Columbus is FREE!

How do I get there and where should I park?

Directions and information on parking can be found here.

Are credit cards and mobile pay accepted?

  • Festival Beverages – (beer and cocktails) are cashless.
  • Food Vendors – Forms of payment are determined individually by each vendor.

Is cash accepted at the festival?

  • Festival Beverages – (beer and cocktails) are cashless.
  • Food Vendors – Forms of payment are determined individually by each vendor.

What is the Downtown Holiday Trolley Hop?

Experience the magic of Downtown Columbus on the Downtown Holiday Trolley Hop organized by Capital Crossroads & Discovery SIDs! This free trolley runs every 20 minutes from 1–7 p.m. allowing you to hop on and off at all the festive stops, including WinterFest Columbus. So plan to spend all day enjoying all the seasonal fun downtown has to offer!

Are coolers allowed?

Attendees are permitted to pack a cooler, but carry-in alcohol, glass bottles and containers are prohibited. Since admission to WinterFest Columbus is free, we strongly encourage attendees to purchase food and beverages at the event. Food and beverage purchases help to make WinterFest Columbus happen year after year! Coolers must be labeled with name and cell phone number. Due to security concerns, coolers may be confiscated by the Columbus Division of Police.

Can I bring my own grill?

Grilling, cooking, or campfires of any type may not be conducted anywhere on festival grounds.

Can I bring a blanket or a lawn chair?

Yes! Attendees are welcome to bring blankets and lawn chairs.

Are tents or oversized umbrellas allowed?

Tents, oversized umbrellas and staking of any kind are prohibited.

Are pets allowed?

While we strongly recommend leaving your pet at home, animals are permitted but must be leashed at all times and owners must clean up after their pets.

Is tobacco permitted?

All forms of tobacco are prohibited in city parks and facilities including the restrooms, spectator and concession areas, spraygrounds and special event venues.

Can I bring my own music or recording equipment?

Mega phones, portable stereos, recording equipment or amplification of any kind are prohibited.

Are drones permitted?

Drones are not permitted to be flown above the festival grounds without written permission from the festival organizer and proof of an FAA Pilot’s License and Aircraft Registration.

Are bikes and scooters permitted?

Yes, but bikes and scooters MUST be walked through the event and parked on the perimeter of the festival grounds.

Are skateboards and hoverboards permitted?

Skateboards, hoverboards and unauthorized motorized vehicles are not permitted on the festival grounds.

Can I sell or solicit products?

Unauthorized vending, handbills, petitioning or solicitation is not permitted.

Is there a full list of prohibited items?

Yes, the following are NOT PERMITTED on festival grounds:

    • carry-in alcohol
    • drones without written permission from the festival organizer and proof of an FAA Pilot’s License and Aircraft Registration
    • glass bottles or containers
    • grilling, cooking or campfires
    • illegal weapons
    • laser pointers
    • unauthorized motorized vehicles
    • portable stereos, recording devices, megaphones or amplification of any kind
    • skateboards or hoverboards
    • tobacco
    • unauthorized vending, handbills, petitioning or solicitation
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