🕓 All performances at 5:30 pm | Doors open at 5:00 pm
First Fridays for Families introduces young audiences to a wide variety of performing arts in a fun and informal setting at The Commons.
Presented by the Columbus Area Arts Council. Made possible by Patrick & Sharon Andrews, with additional support from the City of Columbus.
February 6, 2026
STEAMpunk
By BCSC Elementary STEM
📍The Commons
Step into a world of gears and imagination! Families can explore hands-on steampunk-inspired STEAM activities, tinker with simple engineering, and create freely. Costumes and goggles encouraged.
This exciting performance features captivating pieces and insights into orchestral instruments. Afterward, enjoy a hands-on String Instrument Petting Zoo where guests can try instruments with guidance from PYO members and their mascot, Phil-Harmonic.
March 6, 2026
Jammin' With The Phil
By CIP Youth Orchestra
📍Helen Haddad Hall
April 3, 2026
Snow White
By Dancers' Stuido, Inc
📍The Commons
Experience a condensed, kid-centric take on Snow White, designed just for young audiences. With lively storytelling, colorful characters, and an engaging pace, this performance brings the classic fairy tale to life in a fun and accessible way.
When the power goes out, Alex and his neighbor Zoey go on a fun adventure with characters from his bookshelf. Together, they search for missing letters and discover how exciting stories can be.
May 1, 2026
The Great Alphabet Adventure
By Mill Race Theatre Company
📍The Commons