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Gahanna 175
The City of Gahanna is proudly celebrating its 175th anniversary in 2024, a momentous milestone in history. Join us in commemorating the City’s history and future together. This year-long commemoration promises a diverse array of events, from engaging historical storytelling sessions that delve into the city's past to community festivals that showcase our vibrant present. Now we need your help to ensure that the festivities are truly memorable and community-driven! Get involved and help shape the festivities throughout 2024 by volunteering! Our dedicated group meets on the first Tuesday of each month starting in December 2023.
In March, local filmmaker Tim Courlas and the Gahanna 175 Committee hosted more than 170 members of the community for an evening of heartwarming, inspiring, quirky, and funny stories about Gahanna. The event featured five short films, all of which can now be viewed by clicking HERE.
Thank You To Our Sponsors
Sarah Pollyea Attorney At Law
Gahanna Historical Society
Laurie & Jay Jadwin
OrthoOne
Visit Gahanna
The Gahanna Sanctuary
Tim Courlas
Gahanna Rotary
Gahanna Neighborhood Bridges
Art Garden Academy
The River Radio
Vendors
Gahanna PD | Orange Theory | Gahanna Foundation |
City of Gahanna | Columbus Academy | Lets Glow Crazy |
CVB | Pack & Troop 98 | New Life Church |
American Legion Post 797 | GRIN | Gahanna Early Experience Center |
BSA Female Troop 7456 | 254 Youth Center | Gahanna Community Congregational Church |
St. Luke Lutheran Church | St. Matthew the Apostle Catholic Parish | Kiwanis Club of Gahanna |
| Key Club for Gahanna Lincoln High School | Gahanna YMCA | Buckeye Eazi-Scan |
Pet Wants Columbus | Columbus Metro Library | Alexis's Pantry |
Wood Werks Supply Inc | Mrs. B Homemade Creations | 104.9 The River |
Angry Dad's Jerky | Essential Oils & Natural Wellness | Gahanna Area Chamber |
Gahanna Pride | Gahanna Starbucks | Just For Fun Squares |
Gahanna Parks & Recreation Foundation and Parks Board | Parks & Recreation Department | Gahanna Lions Club |
Just Papa's Baking Company | Sam's Club | SPENGA Gahanna |
CELEBRATING 175 YEARS OF GAHANNA
Creekside Live: Celebrate Gahanna
Friday, August 9 - 5-10 p.m.
Creekside District (117 Mill Street)
This special and free edition of Creekside LIVE will kick off with dancing styles and music of the ages. At 7:30 p.m., Popgun will take the stage with their signature pop tunes that have become fan favorites throughout central Ohio.
Old-Fashioned Baseball
Saturday, August 10 - 11 a.m.
Jefferson Elementary (136 Carpenter Road)
Join in the fun as a team of Gahanna first responders and city employees take on the Ohio Village Muffins, which the Ohio History Connection describes as “…a group of enthusiastic lovers of the game who carry on the tradition of the sport as it was played in mid-nineteenth-century America.”
Gahanna's 175th Anniversary Jubilee
Saturday, August 10 - 6-10 p.m.
Creekside District
The Creekside District will come alive in an extraordinary celebration as the Gahanna community comes together to mark the 175th anniversary of the founding of Gahanna! The Jubilee will include caricaturists, face painters, stilt walkers, jugglers, bounce houses, entertainment by local community groups, food and artisan vendors, and a fun display that honors the City’s history. The evening will end with a special birthday program, immediately followed by a spectacular drone show at dusk (roughly 9:15-9:30 p.m.) that celebrates Gahanna’s unique history!
Come Together Gahanna
Sunday, August 11 - 12 p.m.
Friendship Park (150 Oklahoma Avenue)
The entire community is invited to come together for an old-fashioned Sunday social. Gahanna residents are encouraged to pack their baskets, bring a blanket, and join neighbors, friends and community members for an afternoon of fun and connecting. Visit the website for volunteer opportunities before the picnic too!
Gahanna History Day
Saturday, August 24, 11 - 4 p.m.
Gahanna Metropolitan Library
As the city celebrates its 175th anniversary, representatives from the Gahanna Historical Society will highlight significant milestones in the city’s history. Bring documents for digitization and inclusion in our My History collection, record your own oral history and
much more. Visit this link to learn more or you can download the PDF to view an itinerary of the day.
Mill Street Market
September 29, 9-4 p.m.
Mill Street Gahanna, OH
Mill Street Market, also known as The Gahanna Flea Market, is excited to be back for the fall. With a focus on community, local artists, and building small businesses we look forward to seeing our friends and families!
Independence Day Celebration - Fireworks
Wednesday, July 3, 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Gahanna Municipal Golf Course
Join the City of Gahanna in celebrating our nation’s Independence Day! Fireworks will be launched from the Gahanna Municipal Golf Course at 10 p.m. Food Vendors will be onsite and live music will begin at 5:30 p.m. with Honey and Blue opening the evening and the Wet Bandits headlining the evening! If you are watching the fireworks from your car, be sure to tune into 103.5/104.3 to listen to our Independence Day soundtrack!
Independence Day Celebration- Parade
Thursday, July 4, 2024 10:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Granville Street - Downtown Gahanna
Join us for the Gahanna Independence Day Parade, proudly organized by the Gahanna Lions Club. This special event is a wonderful opportunity to come together as a community and celebrate freedom, family, and fun. As we mark 175 years of Gahanna, let's make this year's parade the most memorable one yet. Enjoy festive floats, marching bands, and patriotic displays that will fill the streets with joy and pride. Don't miss out on this incredible celebration—bring your family and friends and be part of a tradition that unites us all. See you there!
PIONEER DAY
Saturday, July 13 - 10am - 2pm
Gahanna Historical Settlement,
106 S. High St, Gahanna
Step back in time with a day of family-friendly activities and fun for kids of all ages, as the Gahanna Historical Society celebrates our city’s history. For more details, go to GahannaHistory.com.
History Bike Ride
Sunday, July 21, 1:00 p.m.
Veterans Parks
The bike route will visit several historical places in Gahanna, including the Shull Log House and Clark Home near Friendship Park. The distance is 6 miles on the Big Walnut Trail and on-street bike routes. For those interested, we will ride an additional 17 miles to locations in Jefferson Township – The Old Bush Homestead and Montei Indian mound. Visit this link to learn more.
JUNETEENTH DAY GOSPEL MUSICAL TRIBUTE
Wednesday, June 19 - 4pm - 7 pm
Shepherd Church of the Nazarene,
425 South Hamilton Rd, Gahanna
Experience the soul-stirring melodies and powerful messages of Juneteenth at this special celebration! The event will feature an array of speakers and uplifting performances from local gospel musicians, including a special appearance by GLHS alum and local musician Hawc Griffin. To purchase tickets, click here: Juneteenth Musical Tribute | 6.19.24 | Gahanna 175 (myvanco.com).
Soiree at the Sanctuary
Friday, May 10 - 7-10 p.m.
The Gahanna Sanctuary
82 N. High Street, Gahanna
Enjoy an evening of live music, dancing, food, and cocktails at a beloved Gahanna landmark - The Gahanna Sanctuary - to celebrate Gahanna’s 175th milestone anniversary! Proceeds from the event will support additional anniversary programs and events throughout the year.
Memories of the Big Walnut Country Club: A Night of Storytelling with Reita Smith
Wednesday, April 17 - 7 p.m.
Columbus Metropolitan Library – Gahanna Branch
310 Granville Street, Gahanna
As we celebrate Gahanna’s 175th anniversary, hear about one of the City’s many inspiring stories – the story of the Big Walnut Country Club. Once one of the first Black country clubs in the United States, the Big Walnut Country Club was a social, political, and professional hub for the Black community. It is now honored by the City’s first historical marker on the land it once occupied at Friendship Park. Reita Smith will share her memories of visiting the Club on this very special evening.