Columbus Event Venues
Browse event venues, schedules, seating, tickets, and upcoming events across Columbus.
- Updated: November 14, 2026
- 49 Event Venues
Columbus has 913 upcoming events across concert halls, stadiums, theaters, and arenas. Next up: November 14, 2026 at A and R Music Bar. Tickets start at $2, averaging $106. Updated November 14, 2026.
The most complete guide to event venues in Columbus for 2026–2027.
- 913 Upcoming Events
- Nov 14 Next Event
- $2 Lowest Price
- $106 Average Price
- Next event:
- Michael Kosta
- Nov 14 · 8:00 PM · Lincoln Theatre - Columbus
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Featured Venues in Columbus
| Rank | Venue | Upcoming Events | Current Event | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ohio Theatre - Columbus Capacity: 2,791 | Columbus | 130 | Columbus Symphony: Rossen Milanov - Verdi's Requiem Nov20,20267:30 PM | View Events | |
| 2 | Funny Bone Comedy Club - Columbus Columbus | 104 | Dedrick Flynn Nov15,20266:00 PM | View Events | |
| 3 | Short North Stage at Garden Theater - Columbus Columbus | 98 | Hairspray Nov19,20267:00 PM | View Events | |
| 4 | Huntington Park Columbus | 77 | Columbus Clippers vs. Iowa Cubs Mar262027Time TBA | View Events | |
| 5 | Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center Capacity: 20,000 | Columbus | 60 | Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Basketball vs. Fairleigh Dickinson Knights Nov15,20261:00 PM | View Events | |
| 6 | Nationwide Arena Capacity: 20,000 | Columbus | 54 | Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Philadelphia Flyers Nov14,20267:00 PM | View Events | |
| 7 | McConnell Arts Center Columbus | 35 | Jason Carter & Michael Cleveland with Ramblin' Bluegrass Ensemble Nov20,20267:00 PM | View Events | |
| 8 | Palace Theatre Columbus Capacity: 2,827 | Columbus | 32 | Los Tigres del Norte Nov20,20268:00 PM | View Events | |
| 9 | Rumba Cafe Columbus | 29 | Darryl Rahn Nov17,20267:30 PM | View Events | |
| 10 | Speaker Jo Ann Davidson Theatre Columbus | 24 | Whitney Cummings Dec05,20267:00 PM | View Events | |
Compare event venues by upcoming concerts, sports, theatre, comedy, festivals, and live events. Rankings update regularly as new events are announced throughout the year.
All Event Venues in Columbus
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Where Events Happen in Columbus
Columbus offers venues ranging from intimate clubs and theaters to major stadiums and arenas. Explore the complete Venue Directory to discover locations hosting concerts, sports, comedy, Broadway productions, festivals, family attractions, and year-round live entertainment.
Venue Types
| Venue Type | Examples |
|---|---|
| Arenas | Concerts, basketball, hockey, wrestling |
| Stadiums | Football, soccer, large-scale concerts |
| Theaters | Broadway, musicals, plays, ballet |
| Comedy Clubs | Stand-up comedy and improv shows |
| Amphitheaters | Outdoor concerts and festivals |
| Performing Arts Centers | Theater, opera, dance, classical music |
| Convention Centers | Expos, conventions, special events |
| Entertainment Districts | Multiple venues and attractions |
Upcoming Events at Columbus Venues
See what's on at the venues listed below — concerts, sports, and live events happening soon across Columbus.- Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — POP / ROCK, High Demand, Weekend Event: Eddie and The Getaway at A and R Music Bar • 400 seats,
391 Neil Ave, Columbus, OH 43215. From $35, Avg. price ~ $516, Tickets Remaining: 15. View Tickets - Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — Professional (NHL), Weekend Event: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Philadelphia Flyers at Nationwide Arena • 20,000 seats, 200 West Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215. From $38, Avg. price ~ $190, Tickets Available: 4775. View Tickets
- Nov 14, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — COMEDY, Weekend Event: Michael Kosta at Lincoln Theatre - Columbus • 582 seats, 55 East State Street, Columbus, OH 43203. From $54, Avg. price ~ $77, Tickets Available: 53. View Tickets
- Nov 14, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — ALTERNATIVE, High Demand, Weekend Event: Palace - Band at Newport Music Hall • 1,700 seats, 1722 N. High St, Columbus, OH 43201. From $74, Avg. price ~ $350, Tickets Remaining: 19. View Tickets
- Nov 15, 2026, 1:00 PM Sun — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Best Value, Weekend Event: Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Basketball vs. Fairleigh Dickinson Knights at Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center • 20,000 seats, 555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210. From $2, Avg. price ~ $29, Tickets Available: 2558. View Tickets
- Nov 15, 2026, 1:00 PM Sun — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) WRESTLING, Weekend Event: Ohio State Buckeyes Wrestling vs. Columbia Lions at Covelli Center - Columbus, 2741-2737 Defiance Dr, Columbus, OH 43210. From $18, Avg. price ~ $44, Tickets Available: 693. View Tickets
- Nov 15, 2026, 3:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: The Importance Of Being Earnest at OSU Proscenium Theatre, 1932 College Rd, Columbus, OH 43210. From $32, Avg. price ~ $38, Tickets Available: 152. View Tickets
- Nov 15, 2026, 6:00 PM Sun — COMEDY, Weekend Event: Dedrick Flynn at Funny Bone Comedy Club - Columbus, 145 Easton Town Center, Columbus, OH 43219. From $39, Avg. price ~ $46, Tickets Remaining: 22. View Tickets
- Nov 15, 2026, 8:00 PM Sun — COUNTRY / FOLK, Weekend Event: Yaelokre at Newport Music Hall • 1,700 seats, 1722 N. High St, Columbus, OH 43201. From $40, Avg. price ~ $67, Tickets Remaining: 22. View Tickets
- Nov 16, 2026, 6:30 PM Mon — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL: Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Prairie View A&M Panthers at Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center • 20,000 seats, 555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210. From $6, Avg. price ~ $42, Tickets Available: 2375, VIP Packages. View Tickets
Columbus hosts hundreds of live events every week — find concerts, sports games, and events in Columbus happening at venues across the city.