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Browse 971 upcoming events in Columbus, OH, headlined by August 5, 2026 at Celeste Center at Ohio Expo Center & State Fair. From Aug 5 through July 20, explore concerts, sports, theatre, comedy, and festivals across the 2026–2027 season in Columbus, with listings updated as of August 5, 2026.
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Browse upcoming events by date, venue, category, and neighborhood across Columbus.Upcoming Events: 971
- Aug0520267:00 PMWedCOMEDYHigh DemandWeird Al YankovicCeleste Center at Ohio Expo Center & State Fair
Columbus, OH43211, 717 East 17th Ave Columbus, OH, USFrom $37Avg. price ~ $190View Tickets - Aug0620269:00 AMThuCollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALLOhio State Football Training Camp - Day 1Woody Hayes Athletic ComplexColumbus, OH Columbus, OH, USFrom $66Avg. price ~ $76View Tickets
- Aug0620267:00 PMThuCOMEDYSteve TrevinoFunny Bone Comedy Club - ColumbusColumbus, OH43219, 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, OH, USFrom $64Avg. price ~ $79View Tickets
- Aug0620268:00 PMThuALTERNATIVELip CriticRumba CafeColumbus, OH43202, 2507 Summit St Columbus, OH, USFrom $50Avg. price ~ $54View Tickets
- Aug0720269:00 AMFriCollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALLOhio State Football Training Camp - Day 2Woody Hayes Athletic ComplexColumbus, OH Columbus, OH, USFrom $76Avg. price ~ $76View Tickets
- Aug0720266:00 PMFriCOUNTRY / FOLKJeremy PinnellRumba CafeColumbus, OH43202, 2507 Summit St Columbus, OH, USFrom $57Avg. price ~ $62View Tickets
- Aug0720266:00 PMFriALTERNATIVEAmerican VanityAce of CupsColumbus, OH43202, 2619 N High St Columbus, OH, USFrom $35Avg. price ~ $44View Tickets
- Aug0720267:00 PMFriMUSICAL / PLAYPippinShort North Stage at Garden Theater - ColumbusColumbus, OH43201, 1187 N High St. Columbus, OH, USFrom $473Avg. price ~ $543View Tickets
- Aug0720267:00 PMFriCOMEDYSteve TrevinoFunny Bone Comedy Club - ColumbusColumbus, OH43219, 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, OH, USFrom $54Avg. price ~ $57View Tickets
- Aug0720267:30 PMFriTournaments & CupsLeagues Cup: Phase One - Columbus Crew vs. CF PachucaScottsMiracle-Gro Field • 20000 seatsScottsMiracle-Gro FieldColumbus, OH43215, 560 W Nationwide Blvd Columbus, OH, USFrom $25Avg. price ~ $100View Tickets
- Aug0720267:30 PMFriFILMBest ValueMy Best Girl - FilmOhio Theatre - Columbus • 2791 seatsOhio Theatre - ColumbusColumbus, OH43215, 39 East State Street Columbus, OH, USFrom $12Avg. price ~ $481View Tickets
- Aug0720267:30 PMFriCOUNTRY / FOLKBailey Zimmerman & Lauren WatkinsCeleste Center at Ohio Expo Center & State FairColumbus, OH43211, 717 East 17th Ave Columbus, OH, USFrom $107Avg. price ~ $133View Tickets
- Aug0720268:00 PMFriBruce! - Tribute to Bruce SpringsteenNatalie's GrandviewColumbus, OH43212, 945 King Avenue Columbus, OH, USFrom $30Avg. price ~ $38View Tickets
- Aug0720269:45 PMFriCOMEDYSteve TrevinoFunny Bone Comedy Club - ColumbusColumbus, OH43219, 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, OH, USFrom $46Avg. price ~ $61View Tickets
- Aug0820269:00 AMSatCollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALLWeekend EventOhio State Football Training Camp - Day 3Woody Hayes Athletic ComplexColumbus, OH Columbus, OH, USFrom $56Avg. price ~ $64View Tickets
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A and R Music Bar
Columbus, OH
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 34
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Abbey Theater
Dublin, OH
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 16
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Ace of Cups
Columbus, OH
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 23
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Bicentennial Pavilion At Columbus Commons
Columbus, OH
Arena
Upcoming Events: 1
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Celeste Center at Ohio Expo Center & State Fair
Columbus, OH
Convention Center
Upcoming Events: 3
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Columbus Convention Center
Columbus, OH
Convention Center
Upcoming Events: 5
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Columbus Museum of Art
Columbus, OH
Cultural Venue
Upcoming Events: 13
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Covelli Center - Columbus
Columbus, OH
Arena
Upcoming Events: 14
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Donatos Basement
Columbus, OH
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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Columbus currently has 971 events on the calendar, starting with August 5, 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 August 5, 2026.
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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?
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