Planning your weekend in advance? Take a look at these 10 things to do in Columbus

We're in the thick of festival season, and this weekend, there's no shortage of events offering music and other live entertainment, food to please every palate, artisans, crafters, and more!

ComFest, the annual “party with a purpose” will run all weekend in Goodale Park, and Powell Festival on Friday and Saturday will make you feel like an "All Star" when Smash Mouth performs, along with other live acts. Also, a patio party and magic shows will precede an evening of music by contemporary Christian artists at RiverFest, a Saturday celebration of 104.9 The River's 50th anniversary at Nationwide Arena.

Numerous other high points include a silent disco on the Scioto Mile on Saturday, and a concert on Sunday by Capriccio Columbus at the Lincoln Theatre, where they'll share the program planned for their upcoming tour of central Europe.

These are just a few of the options that can make your weekend a festive one. To get these ideas in your inbox every week, sign up for the Life in the 614 newsletter.

Actors' Theatre to present not-so-common 'Sense'

Actors’ Theatre of Columbus will bring the Jane Austen favorite "Sense and Sensibility" to Schiller Park Amphitheater, 1000 City Park Ave., in German Village, for an extended run from Thursday through July 16. Full of humor and heart, actress-writer Kate Hamill's adaptation focuses on the Dashwood sisters, sensible Elinor and sensitive Marianne, as they come of age and experience love, romance, heartbreak and more. Performances are at 8 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays. All shows are free; donations will be accepted at intermission. Bring your own chair or blanket, or donate online in advance to have a lounger, blanket or chair set up and waiting when you arrive. Loungers are $20. For $25, guests get an Actors' Theatre of Columbus blanket that seats two (and they get to keep) or a zero-gravity chair with cup holder and headrest. (theactorstheatre.org)

Ladies of Longford bringing traditional tunes to Grove City

Grove City will heat up with a Summer Sizzle concert by the Ladies of Longford performing traditional Irish and contemporary Celtic music from 7-8:30 p.m. Friday in Town Center Park, 3359 Park St. Besides Irish tunes, the Ladies also delve into other genres including country, classic rock and Americana. Regulars at the Dublin Irish Festival, the central Ohio group also has appeared at fests in Michigan, Illinois, Kentucky and New York, among others, and have performed with national and internationally known Irish artists including Chloe Agnew (Celtic Woman), Eileen Ivers (Immigrant Soul), Cherish the Ladies, and Aoife Clancy. Bring a chair or blanket to the concert, which is free. (grovecityohio.gov)

Documentary at the Wex profiles elusive artist

Charismatic, enigmatic artist David Hammons, whose work criticizes American society and the art world while challenging commonly held notions about growing up Black in the U.S., is the subject of a documentary showing at 7 p.m. Friday and 1 p.m. Saturday in the Film/Video Theater at the Wexner Center for the Arts, 1871 N. High St. Told through archival footage, animation and interviews with artists, curators and scholars, "The Melt Goes on Forever: The Art and Times of David Hammons," is a striking portrait of the 79-year-old artist, who often sells his work straight from his studio and rarely agrees to shows or interviews. In addition to being exhibited in major museums around the world, Hammons' work has been presented at the Wex in such exhibitions as "Blues for Smoke" (2013), "Hard Targets" (2010), "Work Ethic" (2004) and "Will/Power" (1992). Tickets for the screening are $9 for the general public, $7 for members and adults 55 and older, and $5 for students. (wexarts.org/film-video)

ComFest to blend entertainment and activism

ComFest will return to Goodale Park, 120 W. Goodale St., for three days of live entertainment, arts, speakers, workshops on progressive issues, social change and community activism; a street fair with more than 200 vendor and community organization booths; 20-plus food vendors and a dozen food trailers — and that's just for starters! Now in its 51st year, the fest will be held from noon to 11 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday. Daily live broadcasts from ComFest's Bozo Stage will be featured on YouTube. Entry is free. Alcohol is not permitted. A program guide and an events schedule are available on the website. (comfest.com)

Smash Mouth on the bill at Powell Festival

Smash Mouth, known for such chart-toppers as “All Star,” “Walkin’ on the Sun,” "Can’t Get Enough of You Baby" and “I’m a Believer,” will be one of two headliners at this weekend's Powell Festival in Village Green Park, 47 Hall St., Powell. Taking place from 5-11 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, the free, family-friendly event will offer shopping, food, a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) and more. Friday's headliner, Sister Hazel, best known for its 1997 single "All for You," will take the stage at 8:30 p.m., and Smash Mouth will play at 8 p.m. Saturday. Other performers will include Columbus-based '80s party-dance band The Reaganomics at 5:30 p.m. Friday and country singer Trent Harmon, the 15th season winner of "American Idol," at 6 p.m. Saturday. There will be a Kids’ Zone requiring wristbands, which cost $15 per child, on Friday and $20 per child on Saturday. The rain-or-shine festival will end with fireworks at 10 p.m. Saturday. If fireworks are rained out, they will be rescheduled to Sunday at approximately 10 p.m. For festival rules, schedules and parking/shuttle information, visit the event website. (festival.cityofpowell.us)

Silence is golden at Scioto Mile disco party

Instead of dancing like nobody's watching, why not dance like nobody's listening ― except you. A silent disco will give you the chance to move your feet to your very own beat from 4-8 p.m. Saturday at Coleman’s Pointe, 67 S. Civic Center Drive. This unique party experience will feature food vendors and tunes by DJ Beezz, and guests who want to get their groove on will be given wireless headphones for their individual listening pleasure. Plus, it's free to attend; all you need to bring is your best dance moves! The silent disco is one of the many Summer Fun on the Scioto Mile events hosted by the Columbus Downtown Development Corporation. (downtowncolumbus.com/sciotomile)

Fest to celebrate faith, radio station anniversary

RiverFest, a Christian music concert festival celebrating the 50th anniversary of 104.9 The River, broadcasting out of Gahanna, will offer a day of songs, faith, worship and community beginning at 4:45 p.m. Saturday at Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. The lineup of Christian contemporary artists performing their most popular songs and new releases will include Phil Wickham, Brandon Lake, Andrew Ripp, Cochren & Co., Apollo LTD and Rachael Lampa. Prior to the performances, there will be a free party on the patio from 12:30-3:30 p.m. and outdoor magic shows at 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. Ticket prices for the concert festival start at $25.50. (nationwidearena.com)

Capriccio Columbus to preview tour program

Capriccio Columbus will say "bon voyage" before embarking on a tour of Austria, Croatia and Slovenia with a concert consisting of their tour repertoire at 4 p.m. Sunday at the Lincoln Theatre, 769 E. Long St. The choir, which will be overseas June 27-July 7, will perform Mozart's "Coronation Mass," with soloists Keyona Willis, Cierra Byrd, Brian Gray and Justin Swain, "We Shall Walk Through the Valley" by Undine Moore, and other numbers accompanied by a professional chamber orchestra and percussionists. They will be joined by guest directors Dr. Lynda R. Hasseler from Capital University and Dr. David W. Greenlee from Eastern Kentucky University, directing three pieces of their choosing. Capriccio Jubilee Singers also will offer a reprise of "The Chariot Jubilee" by R. Nathaniel Dett with soloist Karolyn Lee Gholston. Tickets are $22 for adults and $7 for ages 17 and younger. (capricciocolumbus.org)

Ohio Guitar Show to amp up enthusiasts

While some call it an "ax," others say "six-string," and many prefer to use its given name, they all have one thing in common: A love for guitars. For those who share an affinity for the versatile instrument, the Ohio Guitar Show offers a variety of brands, models, colors and prices, as well amps, effects, parts and more. One of the biggest events of its kind in the Midwest, with more than 100 dealers, the show will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Makoy Center, 5462 N. Center St., Hilliard. Founded more than 30 years ago by Marc Newman and Marc Wayner —then professors at Hocking College — the biannual event draws guitar aficionados from cities including Cincinnati, Cleveland, Indianapolis, Louisville, Detroit and Pittsburgh, among others. Admission is $10 (cash only) and parking is free. (ohioguitarshow.com)

'The Lorax' coming to the screen at The Naz

Grab your lawn chairs and blankets — or relax in your car — and catch a free outdoor showing of "The Lorax" at 8 p.m. Wednesday behind The Naz Church, 4770 Hoover Road, Grove City. Based on Dr. Seuss' classic environmental allegory, the animated film follows 12-year-old Ted's quest to win the heart of the girl of his dreams by obtaining the object she most desires: a Truffula tree. Interactive movie-themed activities will take place 30 minutes before showtime. Refreshments will be available for purchase at The Naz Cafe, or bring your own snacks and beverages (no glass permitted). This is a smoke- and alcohol-free event. No pets allowed, but service dogs are welcome. The movie may be canceled due to adverse weather; cancellation information can be found at facebook.com/GroveCityOhio or by calling 614-277-3060 the day of the event. (grovecityohio.gov)

bpaschal@dispatch.com

This article originally appeared on The Columbus Dispatch: 10 things to do in Columbus this weekend