Summer in Lewis Center

Summer is the best season to be in Ohio. It’s time for swimming, lounging in the sun, and spending time with friends and family. Fortunately, Lewis Center may be the best place for it! Whether you’re looking for a nice park to spend a warm afternoon or an activity for the whole family, you can find it here. Check out some of our favorite summer activities!

Zoombezi Bay: If you and your family are looking for the coolest way to cool off this summer, look no further than Zoombezi Bay! Zoombezi Bay is a waterpark in the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and is perfect for all ages. From gigantic slides to education opportunities, you’ll want to come back, again and again, this summer. 

Put-In-Bay: Put-In-Bay is the serene side of Ohio. Just off the shores of Lake Erie, on the South Bass Island, is Put-In-Bay, a beautiful and quiet Ohio village. Also known as “The Key West of the North” it has historic sites, beaches, piers, and a lively entertainment scene. With a variety of hotels and Bed & Breakfasts, you can visit the island the way you want. There are also so many things to do! Explore the island with a golf cart, moped or bike rental, or check out the sites around town. Check out DeRivera Park, or rent a jet ski and ride around the island. Put-In-Bay also has a ton of fantastic restaurants!  Whether you’re spending a weekend or the summer, there’s no shortage of things to do. 

Highbanks Metropark: Highbanks Metropark is one of the stunning examples of pure Ohio beauty. 1,200 acres of nearly untouched land, with towering trees, sweeping meadows and beautiful wildlife. Highbanks is named after a massive 100-foot shale bluff that overlooks the Olentangy State Scenic River. Featuring tributary streams that have spread across the bluff, creating numerous deep ravines in the eastern half of the park, it truly is a sight to behold.

Nocterra Brewing Company: Nocterra Brewing Company is truly one of the most beautiful breweries in Ohio. With tons of outdoor seating, lights, and space, it’s easy to get sucked into the magic of it all. Perfect to bring friends for an evening or the family for dinner, Nocterra Brewing Company is just a great time. Featuring a constantly rotating tap of the freshest beers and Ray Ray’s Hog Pit, you’ll be happy that you made the trip. 

Topgolf: Topgolf is so much more than just golf. It is a restaurant, a venue, and entertainment space. Perfect for everything from birthday parties to corporate events, you’ll have so much fun with their technological twist on golf. With nearly 100 bays for driving balls and a high-quality menu full of great dishes, you’ll quickly fall in love.