OUR EVENTS
As a regional hub for emerging leaders, the CYP Club focuses on providing accessible programming and partnerships that boost careers, community, conversations and culture for all.
Throughout the year, the CYP Club calendar is full of professional & fun events for our members to make connections with one another while getting to know Columbus. We also host volunteer efforts to give back - totaling more than 5,000 volunteer hours each year - and offer a variety of recreational sports leagues each season. Some events are free while others have a fee to attend. Attendance can range from a few dozen to a few hundred (or even a few thousand) attendees, depending upon the event.
Signature Events & Experiences
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A Taste of Columbus is our annual networking celebration featuring dozens of food & drink stations, live music & art, interactive activities, and a brief awards program recognizing “Wonderful Workplaces for Young Professionals” as we celebrate all things local. Usually hosted in March with 700+ attendees. Learn more
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The Columbus Volunteer Expo is a year-end opportunity to mingle with local non-profits on the hunt for volunteers, new board members, and supporters. Usually hosted in November with 200-300 in attendance. Learn more
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Columbus Volunteer Fest is a springtime community event that welcomes attendees of all ages to interact with local nonprofits, learn how to get involved, and enjoy live music, activities, food trucks, and more. Hosted in May. Learn more
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The Columbus Emerging Leaders’ Summit is a platform for enthusiastic, smart, and active young professionals (and ERGs) from across Central Ohio to connect for success. Usually hosted in September with 100-120 in attendance.
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The Next Up Columbus Awards feature an evening of networking and celebration with young Columbus leaders who are making a positive impact on the future of our city. Usually hosted in June with 250-300 attendees. Learn more
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The Executive Luncheon is an interactive mentoring event that facilitates the exchange of success stories between young professionals and C-Suite executives. Hosted in February with attendance of 100. Learn more
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WISE is a quarterly series of event experiences featuring inspirational speakers & storytellers, engaging workshops, meditation sessions, and more. Normally hosted in January, April, July, and October with 100 attendees each time. Learn more
Take a deeper dive into more of our event programming:
Coffee Talk Networking
Monthly morning conversation where we invite business leaders and entrepreneurs to share their stories over coffee.
Attendance is usually 30-40 each month.
YP Networking Night
Social networking event for members & friends that rotates to different bars, restaurants, and venues around town.
Attendance is usually 100-150 every other month.
City Tours & Experiences
Small group opportunities to get to know the city from local neighborhoods to theaters, parks, and landmarks.
Attendance varies based on the event experience.
Coffee with a Cause
Morning conversation where we chat with community leaders and let attendees know how to get more involved.
Attendance is usually 30-40 each month.
Franklinton Night Market
Open-air event hosted monthly along McDowell Street in the Franklinton neighborhood of downtown Columbus.
Attendance is 500+ each month.
Group Fitness Classes
Small group events geared toward health and fitness.
Attendance varies based on the event experience.
Cocktails & Convos
After-work educational + social event with a moderated panel discussion featuring topics of local interest.
Attendance is usually 40-50 each month.
The Grandview Hop
Open street night market series produced by the CYP Club that runs from June-September along Grandview Avenue
Attendance is 5,000+ each month.
Volunteerism
Small group volunteer projects that offer team-building opportunities while giving back to the community.
Attendance varies based on the volunteer experience.