Experience Columbus

May 14-19, 2013 / Ohio Theatre
Cameron Mackintosh presents a brand new 25th anniversary production of Boublil & Schonberg's legendary musical, Les Miserables, with glorious new staging and dazzlingly reimagined scenery inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo. This new production has been acclaimed by critics, fans and new audiences and is breaking box office records wherever it goes.

May 4-19, 2013 / Greater Columbus Convention Center
The Ohio Valley Region (OVR) is one of the largest regions of USA Volleyball and will be hosting the Kaepa-USA 2013 Girls' Volleyball Championships at the Greater Columbus Convention Center for three consecutive weekends (May 4-5, May 11-12, May 18-19). This tournament will host over 1, 200 teams from the Ohio Valley Region which includes Ohio, West Virginia, and bordering counties of western Pennsylvania.

May 18, 2013 / Selby Stadium, Ohio Wesleyan University
Check out the Ohio Machine Lacrosse team as they compete at Selby Stadium.

May 18, 2013 / Greater Columbus Convention Center
The 2013 inductees include: Randy Ayers, Brad Daugherty, Kenyon Martin, Wally Szczerbiak and many others. Two teams will also be inducted with Dayton Belmont High School, the 1964 State Champions, and the University of Findlay who were 2009 National Champions. The 8th Annual Induction Ceremony features a reception, sit-down dinner and ceremony highlighting the accomplishments of the 2013 Class and previous Hall of Fame class members in attendance. The evening's featured speaker will be 2013 Ohio Heritage Award Recipient Wayne Embry and two scholarships will be given to outstanding graduating seniors. This is a can't-miss event for basketball fans from across Ohio.

May 18, 2013 / OSU Urban Arts Space
Grow flowers and vegetables in your home this summer! For May's edition of Crafternoons! we will use recycled materials to make planters! We will be working with soil, so dress accordingly. Feel free to bring your own newspaper and seeds.

May 18, 2013 / Columbus Museum of Art
Join Curator Carole Genshaft for highlights of Strings Attached.

May 18, 2013 / Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Make your own living wreath out of fragrant thyme. Pre-registration required.

May 18, 2013 / Columbus Historical Society
A trip through the past the present and what's in store for the future of our great city. Travel through Downtown with its historical centerpiece, the Ohio Statehouse, and the new Columbus Commons, the Short North Arts District, German Village, the Arena District, Olde Towne East, the Discovery District, Franklin Park and much more. Listen to stories of national significance, international intrigue and local history and lore.

May 18, 2013 / Throughout downtown
Attracting more than 50,000 racers, this 5K walk/run winds through downtown and raises funds for breast cancer research, education, screening and treatment programs.

May 18, 2013 / Throughout German Village
Central Ohio's biggest garage sale. Find shabby and chic side-by-side at sales across German Village. Residents set up shop along the brick sidewalks, in their yards and garages selling everything from household items to antiques. Maps of all the sales are distributed at the German Village Meeting Haus. This event draws antique collectors and thousands from all over Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky.

May 18, 2013 / North Market
Get ready to tie one on (an apron, of course) at the 17th annual fundraiser for the North Market Development Authority.

May 15-18, 2013 / Greater Columbus Convention Center
As the country's premier business conference and networking event for African American entrepreneurs, corporate executives and professionals, the Black Enterprise Entrepreneurs Conference is the nation's largest gathering of black-owned businesses. Take in everything from informative sessions, high-powered speakers (including Earvin "Magic" Johnson) and networking opportunities to essential tools for emerging and established entrepreneurs.

May 16-18, 2013 / OSU Golf Courses

May 17-18, 2013 / MadLab
The latest edition of MadLab's 3 in 30 is First World Problems. 3 in 30 will present three original 10-minute plays based on the common theme of First World Problems. Come early for Theatre Roulette and then stick around to see problems not experienced in the second and third worlds.

May 18, 2013 / the Wilds
Celebrate the Wilds season at WildZfest. Guests of all ages will enjoy entertainment, food and drink, games, a special appearance by Dora the Explorer, Diego, Taz and more during this family-friendly fest. Guests are encouraged to make reservations in advance for tours offered during WildZfest, but reservations are not required. Fishing Safari reservations must be made 72 hours in advance. Thirty minute Meet 'N' Greet sessions with Dora the Explorer, Diego and Taz will also be available during WildZfest at 10 and 11 a.m. and 12, 2, 3, 4 and 5 p.m. Games and attractions are included in the purchase of a $5 WildZfest wristband, while character ambassador Meet 'N' Greets and the Wilds Marketplace are free for all attendees.

May 17, 2013 / Hyatt Regency
Dress up in your finest fashions, step out into Columbus' nightlife and join us for the 20th anniversary Kappa Spring Sip.

May 17, 2013 / Shadowbox Live Bistro
Two of Columbus' best musical Ex-Pats, Megan Palmer and Tim Easton, are heading home to headline the 2013 Columbus Songwriter Sessions. This unique event brings the audience into the conversation as musicians perform and discuss the inspiration behind their music.

May 17, 2013 / Barack Community Center
City Year Columbus at South High School is partnering with the Columbus Recreation and Parks Department to host the inaugural South Side Community Festival. There will be a live DJ, information booths on community resources, free face painting, free caricatures, free spray-on tattoo art, free food, games, a bounce house, a dunk tank, and a step performance. Please come join us and see what the South Side has to offer!

May 17, 2013 / Camelot Cellars Winery
Stop in at Camelot Cellars and sip some wine while getting primped and ready for your Friday night out at our next Mini Spa Night.

May 17, 2013 / Easton Town Center
Dancers ranging from beginners to professional share the stage in the Pinnell Dance Centre Performance at Easton Town Center. Routines include jazz, tap and ballet.