The Scioto Arts Market (SAM) is a monthly, themed pop-up community event featuring makers, bakers, art, food trucks, nonprofits, and more from May through October (Saturdays from 10 AM - 2 PM). The inaugural market will debut on May 17, 2025 featuring Volunteer Fest.

This exciting monthly event series, produced by the CYP Club in the parking lot at National Veterans Memorial & Museum, is designed to foster creativity, engagement, and connection in downtown Columbus. Join us along the scenic Scioto River. All SAM events are free to attend!

Save the dates for our 2025 season

  • Saturday, May 17

    10:00AM-2:00PM

    Columbus Volunteer Festival

  • Saturday, June 14

    10:00AM-2:00PM

    614 Day Celebrations

  • Saturday, July 12

    10:00AM-2:00PM

    Around the World

  • Saturday, Aug. 9

    10:00AM-2:00PM

    Sports, Fitness & Outdoors

  • Saturday, Sept. 13

    10:00AM-2:00PM

    Cats, Dogs, and Pets

  • Saturday, Oct. 18

    10:00AM-2:00PM

    Halloween/Fall/Harvest