Ohio Sets Reopening Dates For Movie Theaters, Zoos, More

COLUMBUS, OH — Ohio will allow a bevy of entertainment industries to reopen in June, Gov. Mike DeWine announced Thursday.

“As I’ve said, Ohioans are able to do two things at once. We can continue to limit the spread of COVID-19 while we safely reopen our economy. It is up to each of us to do what we can to keep each other safe and choose to keep six feet of social distance, wear masks, and maintain good hand hygiene,” DeWine said.

Day camps and residential camps may reopen whenever they wish, the governor said. The following entertainment venues can then reopen on June 10:

• Aquariums
• Art galleries
• Country clubs
• Ice skating rinks
• Indoor family entertainment centers
• Indoor sports facilities
• Laser tag facilities
• Movie theaters (indoor)
• Museums
• Playgrounds (outdoor)
• Public recreation centers
• Roller skating rinks
• Social clubs
• Trampoline parks
• Zoos

Health and safety protocols designed for each industry have been shared on the state's coronavirus website.

“The threat of COVID-19 remains and while it’s our responsibility to keep each other safe, business owners and employees should do their part to ensure customers visit safely, by cleaning and sanitizing surfaces regularly," the governor said.