Columbus Shows in December 2026

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Updated: October 31, 2026
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Browse 58 shows happening across Columbus during December 2026. The next scheduled performance takes place at Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus on December 3, 2026. Browse the full show schedule, discover venues, and find more live performances throughout the month.

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$181 Average Price

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Dec 03, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY: Hairspray at Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus, 1187 N High St., Columbus, OH 43201. From $62, Avg. price ~ $158, Tickets Available: 61. View Tickets

Dec 03, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value: The Wise Woman of Hoxton at Shedd Theatre - OH, 549 Franklin Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215. From $16, Avg. price ~ $18, Tickets Remaining: 18. View Tickets

Dec 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY: Hairspray at Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus, 1187 N High St., Columbus, OH 43201. From $59, Avg. price ~ $160, Tickets Available: 53. View Tickets

Dec 04, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value: The Wise Woman of Hoxton at Shedd Theatre - OH, 549 Franklin Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215. From $16, Avg. price ~ $18, Tickets Remaining: 18. View Tickets

Dec 05, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Hairspray at Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus, 1187 N High St., Columbus, OH 43201. From $60, Avg. price ~ $157, Tickets Available: 64. View Tickets

Dec 05, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Hairspray at Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus, 1187 N High St., Columbus, OH 43201. From $60, Avg. price ~ $209, Tickets Available: 57. View Tickets

Dec 05, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value, Weekend Event: The Wise Woman of Hoxton at Shedd Theatre - OH, 549 Franklin Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215. From $16, Avg. price ~ $18, Tickets Remaining: 18. View Tickets

Dec 06, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Hairspray at Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus, 1187 N High St., Columbus, OH 43201. From $61, Avg. price ~ $262, Tickets Available: 61. View Tickets

Dec 06, 2026, 3:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Daniel In The Lions' Den at Mershon Auditorium At Wexner Center For The Arts • 2,500 seats, 1871 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43210. From $48, Avg. price ~ $89, Tickets Available: 2764. View Tickets

Dec 08, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas - The Musical at Palace Theatre Columbus • 2,827 seats, 34 W. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43215. From $58, Avg. price ~ $188, Tickets Available: 4280. View Tickets

Dec 09, 2026, 10:00 AM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY: Hairspray at Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus, 1187 N High St., Columbus, OH 43201. From $36, Avg. price ~ $521, Tickets Available: 60. View Tickets

Dec 09, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY: Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas - The Musical at Palace Theatre Columbus • 2,827 seats, 34 W. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43215. From $58, Avg. price ~ $187, Tickets Available: 4942. View Tickets

Dec 10, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY: Hairspray at Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus, 1187 N High St., Columbus, OH 43201. From $59, Avg. price ~ $160, Tickets Available: 57. View Tickets

Dec 10, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY: Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas - The Musical at Palace Theatre Columbus • 2,827 seats, 34 W. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43215. From $58, Avg. price ~ $181, Tickets Available: 4654. View Tickets

Dec 10, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — BALLET: BalletMet: The Nutcracker at Ohio Theatre - Columbus • 2,791 seats, 39 East State Street, Columbus, OH 43215. From $62, Avg. price ~ $204, Tickets Available: 305. View Tickets

Dec 11, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY: Hairspray at Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus, 1187 N High St., Columbus, OH 43201. From $59, Avg. price ~ $154, Tickets Available: 69. View Tickets

Dec 11, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY: Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas - The Musical at Palace Theatre Columbus • 2,827 seats, 34 W. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43215. From $58, Avg. price ~ $180, Tickets Available: 3440. View Tickets

Dec 11, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — BALLET: BalletMet: The Nutcracker at Ohio Theatre - Columbus • 2,791 seats, 39 East State Street, Columbus, OH 43215. From $62, Avg. price ~ $241, Tickets Available: 211. View Tickets

Dec 12, 2026, 11:00 AM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas - The Musical at Palace Theatre Columbus • 2,827 seats, 34 W. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43215. From $59, Avg. price ~ $190, Tickets Available: 3842. View Tickets

Dec 12, 2026, 12:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: BalletMet: The Nutcracker at Ohio Theatre - Columbus • 2,791 seats, 39 East State Street, Columbus, OH 43215. From $69, Avg. price ~ $226, Tickets Available: 247. View Tickets

Dec 12, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Hairspray at Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus, 1187 N High St., Columbus, OH 43201. From $59, Avg. price ~ $104, Tickets Available: 67. View Tickets

Dec 12, 2026, 3:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas - The Musical at Palace Theatre Columbus • 2,827 seats, 34 W. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43215. From $59, Avg. price ~ $185, Tickets Available: 1818. View Tickets

Dec 12, 2026, 5:30 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: BalletMet: The Nutcracker at Ohio Theatre - Columbus • 2,791 seats, 39 East State Street, Columbus, OH 43215. From $59, Avg. price ~ $215, Tickets Available: 222. View Tickets

Dec 12, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Hairspray at Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus, 1187 N High St., Columbus, OH 43201. From $59, Avg. price ~ $181, Tickets Available: 64. View Tickets

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Next Show: Dec 02, 2026 7:00 PM

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The Wise Woman of Hoxton

MUSICAL / PLAY

549 Franklin Avenue

Upcoming Shows: 3

Next Show: Dec 03, 2026 7:30 PM

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Uptown Scrooge: Abridged!

OTHER

227 N. 3rd St.

Upcoming Shows: 5

Next Show: Dec 05, 2026 1:00 PM

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Daniel In The Lions' Den

MUSICAL / PLAY

1871 North High Street

Upcoming Shows: 7

Next Show: Dec 06, 2026 3:00 PM

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Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas - The Musical

MUSICAL / PLAY

34 W. Broad St.

Upcoming Shows: 109

Next Show: Dec 08, 2026 7:30 PM

Upcoming Shows: 1,760

Next Show: Dec 10, 2026 7:30 PM

Next Show: Dec 12, 2026 7:30 PM

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O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy

MUSICAL / PLAY

77 S High St

Upcoming Shows: 11

Next Show: Dec 17, 2026 7:30 PM

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Next Show: Dec 02, 2026

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Mershon Auditorium At Wexner Center For The Arts

Columbus, OH

Theatre

Upcoming Shows: 1

Next Show: Dec 06, 2026

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Ohio Theatre - Columbus

Columbus, OH

Theatre

Upcoming Shows: 22

Next Show: Dec 10, 2026

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Palace Theatre Columbus

Columbus, OH

Theatre

Upcoming Shows: 9

Next Show: Dec 08, 2026

Next Show: Dec 03, 2026

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Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus

Columbus, OH

Theatre

Upcoming Shows: 20

Next Show: Dec 03, 2026

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Speaker Jo Ann Davidson Theatre

Columbus, OH

Theatre

Upcoming Shows: 3

Next Show: Dec 12, 2026

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Shows take place across Columbus during December 2026, with 58 upcoming performances scheduled at theaters and entertainment venues. The next show takes place at Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus on December 3, 2026. Browse theatre productions, comedy shows, Broadway tours, family entertainment, and live stage performances.

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