Activation + Programming

By Jake Sipe Director, Community Development Big plans can sometimes feel distant from everyday life—but in Columbus, the Downtown 2030 Strategic Plan is already taking shape in visible, meaningful ways. One key recommendation, known as RE-15, focuses on strengthening the partnership between the Office of Downtown Development and the City’s Community Development Department. While that [...]

In alignment with its 2025 Destination Master Plan and the City of Columbus’ Downtown 2030 Plan, Visit Columbus has launched an Event Calendar which will serve as the official community calendar for Columbus and all of Bartholomew County. Available at ComeSeeColumbus.com/events, the calendar serves as a centralized, comprehensive resource for residents and visitors seeking information [...]

Republished courtesy of Columbus Rotary. Downtown Columbus is moving forward — and the momentum is real. At Rotary this week, we heard an exciting update on the Downtown 2030 Strategic Plan, completed in September 2025 with 60+ recommendations focused on economic development, public spaces, and year-round activation. Already: ✔ 37 projects are in progress ✔ [...]