Columbus Events 2026–2027

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Updated: July 30, 2026
51 Venues

Browse 990 upcoming events in Columbus, OH, headlined by July 30, 2026 at Celeste Center at Ohio Expo Center & State Fair. From Jul 30 through November 29, explore concerts, sports, theatre, comedy, and festivals across the 2026–2027 season in Columbus, with listings updated as of July 30, 2026.

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990
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Jul 30
Next Event Date
$11
Lowest Ticket Price
$62
Average Ticket Price

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CONCERTS523
Live Shows288
Musicals & Plays258
Comedy Shows175
Sports Events141
BALLET22
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Upcoming Events: 990
  • Jul
    30
    2026
    6:30 PM
    Thu
    CHILDREN / FAMILY
    Blippi Live
    Celeste Center at Ohio Expo Center & State Fair
    Celeste Center at Ohio Expo Center & State Fair
    locationColumbus, OHlocation43211, 717 East 17th Ave Columbus, OH, US
    From $32Avg. price ~ $62
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  • Jul
    30
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Thu
    COMEDY
    Casey Rocket
    Funny Bone Comedy Club - Columbus
    Funny Bone Comedy Club - Columbus
    locationColumbus, OHlocation43219, 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, OH, US
    From $43Avg. price ~ $53
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  • Jul
    31
    2026
    6:00 PM
    Fri
    NLL
    High Demand
    Premier Lacrosse League: California Redwoods vs. Carolina Chaos & Boston Cannons vs. Utah Archers
    Ohio State Lacrosse Stadium • 1800 seats
    Ohio State Lacrosse Stadium
    locationColumbus, OHlocation43210, 630 Irving Schottenstein Drive Columbus, OH, US
    From $27Avg. price ~ $116
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  • Jul
    31
    2026
    6:30 PM
    Fri
    POP / ROCK
    Tantric
    The King of Clubs - Columbus
    The King of Clubs - Columbus
    locationColumbus, OHlocation43229, 6252 BUSCH BLVD Columbus, OH, US
    From $35Avg. price ~ $48
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  • Jul
    31
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    COMEDY
    Josh Johnson
    Palace Theatre Columbus • 2827 seats
    Palace Theatre Columbus
    locationColumbus, OHlocation43215, 34 W. Broad St. Columbus, OH, US
    From $129Avg. price ~ $758
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  • Jul
    31
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    COMEDY
    Bruce Bruce
    Funny Bone Comedy Club - Columbus
    Funny Bone Comedy Club - Columbus
    locationColumbus, OHlocation43219, 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, OH, US
    From $43Avg. price ~ $51
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  • Jul
    31
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    POP / ROCK
    High Demand
    Pure Prairie League
    Woodlands Tavern
    Woodlands Tavern
    locationColumbus, OHlocation43212, 1200 West Third Ave. Columbus, OH, US
    From $61Avg. price ~ $81
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  • Jul
    31
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Fri
    COUNTRY / FOLK
    Braxton Keith
    The Bluestone • 1800 seats
    The Bluestone
    locationColumbus, OHlocation43215, 583 East Broad Street Columbus, OH, US
    From $50Avg. price ~ $231
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  • Jul
    31
    2026
    7:05 PM
    Fri
    Minors (AAA)
    Best Value
    Columbus Clippers vs. Toledo Mud Hens
    Huntington Park
    Huntington Park
    locationColumbus, OHlocation43235, 1 Huntington Park Dr Columbus, OH, US
    From $11Avg. price ~ $34
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  • Jul
    31
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    POP / ROCK
    S.O.S. Band
    Celeste Center at Ohio Expo Center & State Fair
    Celeste Center at Ohio Expo Center & State Fair
    locationColumbus, OHlocation43211, 717 East 17th Ave Columbus, OH, US
    From $38Avg. price ~ $57
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  • Jul
    31
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Fri
    Concert
    The Man In Black: Tribute To Johnny Cash
    The Event Center At Hollywood Casino - Columbus
    The Event Center At Hollywood Casino - Columbus
    locationColumbus, OHlocation43228, 200 Georgesville Rd. Columbus, OH, US
    From $74Avg. price ~ $100
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  • Jul
    31
    2026
    9:45 PM
    Fri
    COMEDY
    Bruce Bruce
    Funny Bone Comedy Club - Columbus
    Funny Bone Comedy Club - Columbus
    locationColumbus, OHlocation43219, 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, OH, US
    From $43Avg. price ~ $51
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  • Jul
    31
    2026
    10:00 PM
    Fri
    COMEDY
    Josh Johnson
    Palace Theatre Columbus • 2827 seats
    Palace Theatre Columbus
    locationColumbus, OHlocation43215, 34 W. Broad St. Columbus, OH, US
    From $61Avg. price ~ $174
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  • Aug
    01
    2026
    12:30 PM
    Sat
    NLL
    Weekend Event
    Premier Lacrosse League: Denver Outlaws vs. Maryland Whipsnakes & Carolina Chaos vs. Philadelphia Waterdogs
    Ohio State Lacrosse Stadium • 1800 seats
    Ohio State Lacrosse Stadium
    locationColumbus, OHlocation43210, 630 Irving Schottenstein Drive Columbus, OH, US
    From $37Avg. price ~ $87
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  • Aug
    01
    2026
    6:30 PM
    Sat
    COMEDY
    Weekend Event
    Bruce Bruce
    Funny Bone Comedy Club - Columbus
    Funny Bone Comedy Club - Columbus
    locationColumbus, OHlocation43219, 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, OH, US
    From $43Avg. price ~ $52
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Columbus Events by Month

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January
Events in January 2027
48 Upcoming Events
February
Events in February 2027
45 Upcoming Events
March
Events in March 2027
31 Upcoming Events
April
Events in April 2027
25 Upcoming Events
May
Events in May 2027
32 Upcoming Events
June
Events in June 2027
24 Upcoming Events
July
This Month
Events in July 2026
13 Upcoming Events
August
Events in August 2026
169 Upcoming Events
September
Events in September 2026
158 Upcoming Events
October
Events in October 2026
198 Upcoming Events
November
Events in November 2026
122 Upcoming Events
December
Events in December 2026
91 Upcoming Events

All Events in Columbus

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Columbus Event Venues

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A and R Music Bar
Columbus, OH
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 36
Next Event: Aug 01, 2026
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Abbey Theater
Dublin, OH
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 16
Next Event: Sep 10, 2026
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Ace of Cups
Columbus, OH
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 21
Next Event: Aug 07, 2026
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Bicentennial Pavilion At Columbus Commons
Columbus, OH
Arena
Upcoming Events: 2
Next Event: Aug 08, 2026
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Celeste Center at Ohio Expo Center & State Fair
Columbus, OH
Convention Center
Upcoming Events: 9
Next Event: Jul 30, 2026
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Columbus Athenaeum
Columbus, OH
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
Next Event: Mar 29, 2075
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Columbus Convention Center
Columbus, OH
Convention Center
Upcoming Events: 5
Next Event: Mar 04, 2027
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Columbus Museum of Art
Columbus, OH
Cultural Venue
Upcoming Events: 13
Next Event: Aug 16, 2026
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Covelli Center - Columbus
Columbus, OH
Arena
Upcoming Events: 14
Next Event: Aug 28, 2026
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Fawcett Center
Columbus, OH
Arena
Upcoming Events: 4
Next Event: Sep 20, 2026
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Fortress Obetz Stadium
Columbus, OH
Stadium
Upcoming Events: 1
Next Event: Aug 04, 2026
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Franklin County Fairgrounds - OH
Hilliard, OH
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 4
Next Event: Aug 14, 2026
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Things to Do in Columbus

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Columbus Events FAQ

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What events are happening in Columbus?

Columbus currently has 990 events on the calendar, starting with July 30, 2026 at Celeste Center at Ohio Expo Center & State Fair in Columbus, OH. Browse concerts, sports, theatre, comedy, and festivals throughout 2026–2027.

How often is the Columbus Events Calendar updated?

The Columbus Events Calendar is updated regularly — last refreshed as of July 30, 2026.

Where can I find events in Columbus this weekend?

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What are the most popular event venues in Columbus?

Celeste Center at Ohio Expo Center & State Fair is among the leading venues in Columbus, along with other arenas, theatres, and entertainment venues hosting events throughout the city.

Can I browse Columbus events by date and category?

Yes. Events can be filtered by date, category, venue, and location, making it easy to discover upcoming events across Columbus.

Are event schedules and ticket prices updated regularly?

Yes. Event schedules, venue information, ticket prices, and availability are updated daily as new event data becomes available.

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CONCERTS
523 Upcoming Events
Live Shows
288 Upcoming Events
Musicals & Plays
258 Upcoming Events
COMEDY
175 Upcoming Events
All Sports
141 Upcoming Events
HOCKEY
43 Upcoming Events
BASEBALL
27 Upcoming Events
BALLET
22 Upcoming Events
SOCCER
18 Upcoming Events
VOLLEYBALL
14 Upcoming Events
FOOTBALL
11 Upcoming Events
CIRCUS
10 Upcoming Events
GOLF
7 Upcoming Events
Family
5 Upcoming Events
BASKETBALL
4 Upcoming Events
RACING
4 Upcoming Events
LACROSSE
3 Upcoming Events
RODEO
3 Upcoming Events
WRESTLING
1 Upcoming Events
WWE
Events Coming Soon
MMA
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BOXING
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SOFTBALL
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MAGIC SHOWS
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