HOLIDAYS IN THE SHORT NORTH ARTS DISTRICT

The most special time of the year is even more special this year in the art and soul of Columbus.

  • Grab a trail card from a Short North business or print at home here. If you are a neighborhood resident, you will receive one in the mail!
  • Make purchases at participating businesses from Nov. 24-Dec. 31 to earn stickers. 
  • Present your completed trail card to receive one free Northstar Hot Chocolate or Hot Apple Cider from Northstar Cafe (951 N. High St.) or a 12-oz. latte from Roaming Goat Coffee (849 N. High St.). Offer available while supplies last.
  • Grab a trail card from a Short North business or print at home here. If you are a neighborhood resident, you will receive one in the mail!
  • Kids under 12 must find elves hidden on the shelves of participating businesses from Nov. 24-Dec. 31 to earn stickers. 
  • Kids may present their completed trail cards to receive one free Northstar Hot Chocolate or Hot Apple Cider from Northstar Cafe (951 N. High St.) or a 12-oz. latte from Roaming Goat Coffee (849 N. High St.). Offer available while supplies last.
  • Short North businesses have curated a selection of items under $20, perfect for holiday gifts. 
  • Kids may visit participating businesses to pick out presents for friends and family.


  • See High Street become a pedestrian-only wonderland on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Shop the High Street Holiday Market, featuring dozens of street vendors and special business experiences.
  • Get ahead on your holiday to-do list with tree sales and gift wrapping.
  • Enjoy live music, hot drinks, holiday fashion, Santa and more festive fun.
  • Parking information:
    • East/West accessibility for vehicles to access parking garages will still be provided at Russell and High, Buttles/Bollinger and High, Hubbard and High, and 2nd and High.
    • Patrons interested in ridesharing can access a $5 discount prior to 8 p.m. on Lyft rides, bikes or scooters to or from the Short North Arts District on Saturday, Dec. 2. To take advantage of this discount, users must enter promo code SN23SLEIGH on the Lyft app under payment. 
    • Participating businesses also offer free first-hour garage parking validation for customers who park at The Joseph, The Lincoln, The Hub or the garage at Second and High from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.


Support the Art and Soul of Columbus

Once again, Huntington Bank is matching Giving Tuesday donations to the Short North Alliance. Now through Nov. 29, all gifts will be matched up to $5,000, and all donors will be entered to win a $1,500 prize pack from participating Short North businesses. 

When you make a donation to the Short North Alliance, you are supporting public art; local businesses such as boutiques, art galleries and arts organizations; opportunities for local artists to learn and create; and initiatives that make the Short North a vibrant, creative and inclusive community.