Upcoming Events
Music Bingo
Join us for Music Bingo! Bring your friends, grab some food and drinks and enjoy the tunes. We typically play 4-5 rounds in the two hour session. All rounds are free and family friendly!
Ohio State v Northwestern Football Game
Ohio State takes on Northwestern for a Big Ten showdown! 🏈 Catch all the action at Founders and cheer on the Buckeyes! ❤️🖤 Go Bucks! Game time: 12pm
Celtic Fiddlers
Join the Celtic Fiddler’s open session from 4–6pm. Bring an instrument, sing along, or just listen!
Holiday Pottery Painting at Founder's Food Hall
TICKETS: https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/j3nf7dRb/v5
Everyone’s favorite holiday tradition is back!
Paint your very own ceramic Christmas tree, or set of ornaments. make it just like Grandma’s, or give it a fresh, modern twist!
Gather your friends and family, get creative, and make a holiday keepsake you’ll treasure for years to come.
No experience needed, just bring your creativity and holiday spirit!
*There will be a variety of Ornaments to choose from at the event*
Founder's Food Hall
18 E Vine St, Mt Vernon, OH 43050
All pottery will be glazed, and kiln fired, ready for pick up in 2 weeks!
Ohio State v Nebraska Football Game
Ohio State takes on Nebraska for a Big Ten showdown! 🏈 Catch all the action at Founders and cheer on the Buckeyes! ❤️🖤 Go Bucks! Game time: TBA
Celtic Fiddlers
Join the Celtic Fiddler’s open session from 4–6pm. Bring an instrument, sing along, or just listen!
Music Bingo
Join us for Music Bingo! Bring your friends, grab some food and drinks and enjoy the tunes. We typically play 4-5 rounds in the two hour session. All rounds are free and family friendly!
Ohio State v Michigan Football Game
Ohio State takes on Michigan in the biggest rivalry in college football! 🏈 Catch all the action at Founders and cheer on the Buckeyes! ❤️🖤 Go Bucks! Game time: 12:00PM
Pottery Painting at Founders
Grab some food, bring your friends, and get creative! Create Joy DIY Studio is popping up at Founders Food Hall for a fun, casual pottery painting experience.
Choose your favorite piece from a selection of plates, mugs, bowls, or ornaments, then paint it your way!
No experience necessary, just pick your pottery, get creative, and enjoy a fun afternoon out. Your finished pottery will be glazed and fired for you, then ready to pick up 2 weeks after the event!! Come hungry. Leave with handmade memories.
OSU v Oregon Football Game
It’s a Big Ten showdown in Columbus! Ohio State hosts Oregon on November 7 at The Shoe. Catch all the action at Founders and cheer on the Buckeyes! 🖤❤️ Game time: 3:30pm
Celtic Fiddlers
Join the Celtic Fiddler’s open session from 4–6pm. Bring an instrument, sing along, or just listen!
Ohio State v USC Football Game
Ohio State heads to Bloomington for a Big Ten showdown with Indiana! Catch all the action at Founders and cheer on the Buckeyes! 🖤❤️ Go Bucks! Game time: 7:30pm
A Nightmare on Vine Street
DID SOMEONE SAY HALLOWEEN PARTY?!🎃
Get ready for Nightmare on Vine Street — a Founders After Dark event! FREE ENTRY.
Join us during Downtown Mount Vernon’s HalloWeekend DORA approved event for a night of costumes, dancing, spooky drink specials, and a wicked good time!
Grab your friends, dress to impress (or scare ), and meet us at Founders for a Halloween night you won’t want to miss!
21+. Costumes encouraged. Party vibes guaranteed.
Founders Family Night
🎃👻 Family Night at Founders is getting SPOOKY! 🧡
Join us Friday, October 30th, from 5–8 PM for a fun-filled Halloween evening the whole family can enjoy! 🕸️
🎳 Free duckpin bowling
🍬 Trick-or-treat bag decorating **while supplies last!
💃 Kids costume dance party
👶 Baby Zone with Halloween sensory bags
Grab the kids, bring your Halloween spirit, and make a night of it at Founders! Good food, family fun, and a little spooky season magic — all under one roof. 🧡🎃
Trick-or-Treat Founders
🎃👻 Trick or Treat at Founders! 🦇
Make Founders part of your Halloween weekend! Stop by Friday, October 30th, from 4–9 PM or Saturday, October 31st, from 11 AM–9 PM for some spooky-season fun! 🧡
🍬 A little treat for the grown-ups, too! Get $1 OFF The Daily Scoop with the purchase of a meal from any of our kitchens! 🍦
Grab dinner, treat yourself to something sweet, and celebrate Halloween downtown at Founders! 🎃🕸️
One coupon per menu item. Offer expires at 9 PM on October 31, 2026.
Witches Night Out Paint & Sip
TICKETS: https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/MmSlL3Ks/v5
**This is during the DORA approved Witches Night Out event in Downtown Mount Vernon. You will be finished in time to continue the shop hop and attend the costume contest!
Get into the Halloween spirit with a little creativity, magic, and your favorite drink! Join Create Joy DIY Studio at Founders Food Hall on October 29th for a witchy canvas painting experience!
Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a complete beginner, I’ll guide you step-by-step through creating your own magical masterpiece. Grab your friends, enjoy a [DORA] drink from the Founders bar, and make it a night of spooky fun!
Music Bingo
Join us for Music Bingo! Bring your friends, grab some food and drinks and enjoy the tunes. We typically play 4-5 rounds in the two hour session. All rounds are free and family friendly!
Celtic Fiddlers
The Ohio Celtic Fiddlers of County Knox are coming back to Founders! Come by to listen to their open session!
Live Music: Desmond
Desmond Wall is a singer, guitarist, and songwriter whose musical journey began at age 13. Influenced by everything from bluegrass and folk to rock, Desmond blends original compositions with timeless favorites from the ’60s and ’70s. With performances spanning Europe, California, and Toronto—including a stint busking the streets of Amsterdam—Desmond brings an engaging personality, a touch of humor, and music that connects with audiences of all ages.
Pottery Painting Pop-up
Grab some food, bring your friends, and get creative! Create Joy DIY Studio is popping up at Founders Food Hall for a fun, casual pottery painting experience.
Choose your favorite piece from a selection of plates, mugs, bowls, spoon rests, and pumpkins, then paint it your way!
No experience necessary, just pick your pottery, get creative, and enjoy a fun afternoon out. Your finished pottery will be glazed and fired for you, then ready to pick up 2 weeks after the event!! Come hungry. Leave with handmade memories.
Celtic Fiddlers
The Ohio Celtic Fiddlers of County Knox are coming back to Founders! Come by to listen to their open session!
Ohio State v Indiana Football Game
Ohio State heads to Bloomington for a Big Ten showdown with Indiana! Catch all the action at Founders and cheer on the Buckeyes! 🖤❤️ Go Bucks! Game time: TBA
Founders Family Night
Bring the whole family to Founders for a night of good food & fun!! Enjoy something for everyone, with delicious eats, family-friendly activities, and a welcoming atmosphere. Gather the crew and make Founders your next family night out!
Founders Game Night
Round up your family, grab your friends, or come meet some new ones! Join us at Founders for a laid-back night of board games, good food, and plenty of laughs.
Whether you're a seasoned strategist or haven't played since Monopoly, there's a seat at the table for you!
Music Bingo
Join us for Music Bingo! Bring your friends, grab some food and drinks and enjoy the tunes. We typically play 4-5 rounds in the two hour session. All rounds are free and family friendly!
Celtic Fiddlers
The Ohio Celtic Fiddlers of County Knox are at Founders! Come by to listen to their open session!
Ohio State v Maryland Football Game
It’s Homecoming weekend in Columbus! Catch Ohio State take on Maryland at Founders and cheer on the Buckeyes with us! 🖤❤️ Go Bucks! Game time: 4:15pm
Founders Game Night
Round up your family, grab your friends, or come meet some new ones! Join us at Founders for a laid-back night of board games, good food, and plenty of laughs.
Whether you're a seasoned strategist or haven't played since Monopoly, there's a seat at the table for you!
Live Music: Mike Thomas
Mike Thomas is a new Mount Vernon resident bringing his music and feel-good energy to the local scene.
As the “M” in the acoustic duo JAMM (Jason and Mike Music), Mike performs across the Columbus region, bringing his talents on vocals, guitar, mandolin, and harmonica.
Get ready for your favorite classic hits and contemporary covers, all with an upbeat energy that will have you singing along!
Founders Family Night
Bring the whole family to Founders for a night of good food & fun!! Enjoy something for everyone, with delicious eats, family-friendly activities, and a welcoming atmosphere. Gather the crew and make Founders your next family night out!
Ohio State v Iowa Football Game
Ohio State heads to Iowa City for a Big Ten showdown! Catch the game at Founders—kickoff is at 3:30 PM. Grab your crew and Go Bucks! 🖤❤️
Live Music: Desmond
Desmond Wall is a singer, guitarist, and songwriter whose musical journey began at age 13. Influenced by everything from bluegrass and folk to rock, Desmond blends original compositions with timeless favorites from the ’60s and ’70s. With performances spanning Europe, California, and Toronto—including a stint busking the streets of Amsterdam—Desmond brings an engaging personality, a touch of humor, and music that connects with audiences of all ages.
Music Bingo
Join us for Music Bingo! Bring your friends, grab some food and drinks and enjoy the tunes. We typically play 4-5 rounds in the two hour session. All rounds are free and family friendly!
Ohio State v Illinois Football Game
The Buckeyes take on Illinois in their first Big Ten matchup of the season! Kickoff is at noon—come watch the game and cheer on the Buckeyes with us at Founders!
Paint & Sip
We are headed back to Founder's Food Hall to paint this utterly adorable Halloween Highland Cow! Grab a drink and an appetizer from your favorite vendor and join us as we walk you through step by step in painting this canvas. No experience necessary!
Live Music: Mike Thomas
Mike Thomas is a new Mount Vernon resident bringing his music and feel-good energy to the local scene.
As the “M” in the acoustic duo JAMM (Jason and Mike Music), Mike performs across the Columbus region, bringing his talents on vocals, guitar, mandolin, and harmonica.
Get ready for your favorite classic hits and contemporary covers, all with an upbeat energy that will have you singing along!
Music Bingo
Join us for Music Bingo! Bring your friends, grab some food and drinks and enjoy the tunes. We typically play 4-5 rounds in the two hour session. All rounds are free and family friendly!
Music Bingo
Join us for Music Bingo! Bring your friends, grab some food and drinks and enjoy the tunes. We typically play 4-5 rounds in the two hour session. All rounds are free and family friendly!