Discover concert venues, music halls, arenas, clubs, and live music events near Columbus.
Columbus has 355 upcoming concerts across arenas, theaters, and clubs. Next up: September 9, 2026 at Nationwide Arena. Tickets start at $34, averaging $189. Updated September 9, 2026.
The most complete guide to concert venues in Columbus for 2026–2027.
| # | Venue | Concerts | Current Event | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newport Music Hall Capacity: 1,700 | 36 | Joe Jordan Sep10,20268:00 PM | Upcoming Events | |
| 2 | A and R Music Bar Capacity: 400 | 35 | Volumes - Band Sep12,20267:00 PM | Upcoming Events | |
| 3 | Rumba Cafe | 32 | Unseen Keys Sep10,20267:00 PM | Upcoming Events | |
| 4 | KEMBA Live! Capacity: 7,400 | 29 | O.A.R., Gavin DeGraw & KT Tunstall Sep10,20266:30 PM | Upcoming Events | |
| 5 | Ohio Theatre - Columbus Capacity: 2,791 | 24 | Columbus Symphony: Rossen Milanov - Rachmaninoff & Bartók Sep18,20267:30 PM | Upcoming Events | |
| 6 | Skully's Music Diner Capacity: 1,100 | 22 | Icon for Hire Sep18,20268:00 PM | Upcoming Events | |
| 7 | Ace of Cups | 21 | Dopethrone Sep11,20267:00 PM | Upcoming Events | |
| 8 | The Bluestone Capacity: 1,800 | 20 | Anees - Artist Sep09,20268:00 PM | Upcoming Events | |
| 9 | The King of Clubs - Columbus | 17 | Poison Girl Friend Sep15,20267:00 PM | Upcoming Events | |
| 10 | Palace Theatre Columbus Capacity: 2,827 | 14 | Outlander In Concert Oct07,20267:00 PM | Upcoming Events | |
Large venues for major concert tours and live entertainment.
Outdoor venues hosting seasonal concerts and festivals.
Indoor concert venues for touring and local artists.
Intimate venues featuring live music and emerging artists.
Where Concerts Take Place
| Venue Type | Events |
|---|---|
| Arenas | Major concert tours and arena shows |
| Amphitheaters | Outdoor concerts and festivals |
| Music Halls | Live music performances |
| Concert Theaters | Acoustic and seated performances |
| Nightclubs | DJ events and live music |
| Festival Grounds | Multi-day music festivals |
| Casinos | Concerts and entertainment events |
| Outdoor Stages | Community and seasonal concerts |
Live Music Venues in Columbus
Concert venues in Columbus range from intimate clubs and theaters to major arenas and amphitheaters. Explore venues hosting rock, pop, country, jazz, classical, Latin, EDM, hip-hop, and festival performances throughout the region.
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Yes. Venue pages include upcoming concert schedules, performers, dates, and ticket information when available.
No. Listings may include nearby suburbs, entertainment districts, and regional concert destinations.
Arenas are typically indoor venues, while amphitheaters are outdoor venues designed for concerts and festivals.
Many venue pages include seating details, venue capacity, and available ticket options.
Yes. The directory includes both major venues and smaller clubs hosting live music performances.
Yes. Festival grounds and outdoor music event venues may be included when applicable.
Venue information and concert schedules are updated regularly throughout the year.