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What to watch, what to watch for and what not to miss!

Due to health concerns, events are subject to change. Visit websites for more information.

Columbus Greek Festival Sept. 3-6 The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 555 N. High St.

The 48th annual celebration of Greek heritage and culture takes the streets of Columbus in an unforgettable weekend of live music, great food and more. www. columbusgreekfestival.com

Night of Chocolate Sept. 10, 6:30 p.m. Hollywood Casino, 200 Georgesville Rd., Columbus

Enjoy a five-course meal and listen to inspiring stories of hope and resilience, all while celebrating chocolate. You don’t want to miss this premier event. www.cancer supportohio.org

Columbus Oktoberfest Sept. 10-12, Friday 5 p.m.-midnight, Saturday noon-midnight, Sunday noon-8 p.m. Ohio Expo Center and Fairgrounds, 717 E. 17th St.

From bier halls to a wine garten, Columbus’ celebration of all things German is back. Don your dirndl or lederhosen and dig into delicious pretzels, bratwurst, pints of beer and more. www.columbusoktoberfest.com

Columbus Barrel & Bottle Festival Sept. 11-12, Saturday 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Sunday noon-6 p.m. Swan Lake Event Center, 5900 Liberty Rd. N., Powell

The inaugural festival brings together Cbus favorites BrewDog, Gallo’s, Simple Times Mixers, Echo Spirits and the Columbus Bartending School in partnership with the Mid-Ohio Food Collective for a weekend full of food trucks, live music and, of course, adult beverages. www. swanlakeeventcenter.com

ZOMBIEzi Bay presented by Mtn. Dew Sept. 17-Oct.-31, Friday-Sunday plus Thursday Oct. 14, 21, 28, various times Zoombezi Bay, 4850 W. Powell Rd.

Zoombezi Bay will be taken over by the undead for weekends full of 13+ spooky fun including haunted houses, scare zones and non-water rides. zoombezibay. columbuszoo.org Creekside Blues and Jazz Festival Sept. 17-19 Creekside Park, Gahanna

Stroll along the stunning Creekside Park and listen to the sweet sounds of blues and jazz music in the heart of Gahanna. Enjoy food and beverages on site, and take a paddle boat down the creek to enjoy the concerts from all angles. www. creeksidebluesandjazz.com

Grove City Arts in the Alley Sept. 17-19 Grove City Town Center

Voted the 2020 Best of the ’Bus Best Suburban Art Gallery/Gallery Event, Arts in the Alley brings together art, music and fun for a unique two-day event. www.gc chamber.org

BIA Parade of Homes Sept. 23-Oct. 10, Thursdays-Sundays, noon-6 p.m. Throughout central Ohio

The Building Industry Association of Central Ohio’s signature event is back, showcasing new homes and talented building industry experts. www.biaparade.com

The A&F Challenge Sept. 24, 5-11 p.m. Abercrombie & Fitch Global Home Office, 6301 Fitch Path, New Albany

This music festival and fundraiser experience is bringing DJ and musician Zedd to perform alongside Saint Motel, Aloe Blacc, Honey & Blue and more. If music isn’t your jam, enjoy the unlimited food and drinks included in your ticket, spend some time on the zipline or try your hand at axe throwing. www.anfchallenge.org

Arnold Sports Festival Sept. 25, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Greater Columbus Convention Center’s Battelle Grand, 400 N. High St.

It’s back. The Arnold Classic returns to Columbus with defending champs returning to defend their titles. www.arnold sportsfestival.com

Mix & Shake presented by Rockbridge Oct. 1, 7-10 p.m. North Market Downtown, 59 Spruce St.

Head to the original Columbus North Market for a nigh of spirits and cocktails presented by local distilleries. Plus enjoy live music, food and more. www.north market.org

Boo at the Zoo Oct. 1-31, Fridays-Sundays, various times Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, 4850 Powell Rd.

Don your costume and get ready for family-friendly frights and fun at the zoo. This year, enjoy five weekends of Halloween fun. www.columbuszoo.org

NARI Fall Home Improvement Tour Oct. 2-3, Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday noon-5 p.m. Throughout central Ohio

Visit recently remodeled homes and meet some of the top remodelers in central Ohio while visiting their projects. Tickets available online. www.trustnari.org Napoleon Dynamite: A Conversation with Jon Heder, Efren Ramirez, & Jon Gries Oct. 7, 7:30 p.m. Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St.

Cult classic movie Napoleon Dynamite stars are coming to Columbus for a lively moderated discussion. And don’t forget to Vote for Pedro. www.capa.com

Columbus Italian Festival Oct. 8-10 St. John The Baptist Italian Catholic Church, 168 E. Lincoln St.

Celebrate all-things Italian and enjoy some of central Ohio’s best Italian food and drink with this year’s festival. www. columbusitalianfestival.com

Pumpkins Aglow Oct. 13-17, 20-24, 27-31 Franklin Park Conservatory, 1777 E. Broad St.

Venture out after dark to enjoy the glowing collection of jack-o-lanterns and enchanted autumn scenery. www.fp conservatory.org Jazz Arts Group presents Gershwin, Berlin & Beyond Oct. 14-17, various times Southern Theatre, 21 E. Main St.

Watch in person or livestream on jag. tv the talented duo of saxophonist Patrick Bartley, Jr. and vocalist Lena Seikaly. www.jazzartsgroup.org

Columbus Symphony Orchestra presents Brahms & Dvoràk Oct. 22-23, various times Ohio Theatre, 39 E. State St.

Up-and-coming violinist Stefan Jackiw takes the stage performing both old and new music for a moving performance of Brahms, Dvoràk and contemporary composer Jessie Montgomery. www.columbus symphony.com

Sergei Babayan Oct. 23, 7 p.m. Southern Theatre, 21 E. Main St.

Chamber Music Columbus presents piano virtuoso Sergei Babayan for a onenight-only concert to remember. www. chambermusiccolumbus.org

For a complete list of events visit www.cityscenecolumbus.com