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Win in the District

Win in the District

June 7, 2013

Want to win Arena District gift cards, a hotel stay, concert tickets, dinner and more? We’re giving away 30 prizes for 30 days–and one huge grand prize. One lucky winner will take home the ultimate prize package in the District. You … Continued

STUDIO MOVIE GRILL TO OPEN IN THE ARENA DISTRICT

STUDIO MOVIE GRILL TO OPEN IN THE ARENA DISTRICT

May 24, 2013

New Downtown Columbus theatre to boast impressive menu, multiple stories and top-of-the-line sound and projection systems. The Arena District is excited to announce that Studio Movie Grill will be coming to Downtown Columbus. Studio Movie Grill, based in Dallas, Texas, … Continued

Win 4 tickets to Star Wars Night with the Columbus Clippers

Win 4 tickets to Star Wars Night with the Columbus Clippers

May 20, 2013

Enter your name and email below for a chance to win a set of four tickets to Star Wars Night at Huntington Park on 5/25. Winner will be drawn at random and notified by email. Good luck!

The LC hits all the right notes

The LC hits all the right notes

May 8, 2013

There’s something special in being the first, in breaking new ground. Lifestyle Communities Pavilion in the Arena District did just that when its Vertere stage was built in 2001. The first indoor and outdoor concert venue in America, the Vertere … Continued

Taylor Swift through the years

Taylor Swift through the years

May 2, 2013

In anticipation of Taylor Swift’s sold out RED Tour hitting Nationwide Arena on May 8, we’re taking a look at the icon’s style through the years. Beginning her career as the girl next door and growing into the star she … Continued

Win two tickets to WWE Monday Night Raw

Win two tickets to WWE Monday Night Raw

April 26, 2013

UDPATE: Congratulations to our winner, CJ Chafins, with his caption, “GIVE ME BACK MY COOKIES!!!” Caption this pic for a chance to win a pair of tickets to WWE Monday Night Raw on 4/29 at Nationwide Arena. Best caption wins, … Continued

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STUDIO MOVIE GRILL TO OPEN IN THE ARENA DISTRICT

STUDIO MOVIE GRILL TO OPEN IN THE ARENA DISTRICT

May 24, 2013

New Downtown Columbus theatre to boast impressive menu, multiple stories and top-of-the-line sound and projection systems. The Arena District is excited to announce that Studio Movie Grill will be coming to Downtown Columbus. Studio Movie Grill, based in Dallas, Texas, … Continued

First Look: Arena District’s Flats II Apartments

First Look: Arena District’s Flats II Apartments

May 14, 2013

After breaking ground last September, Nationwide Realty Investors Ltd. has begun marketing the new five-story Flats II complex in the Arena District. Columbus Business First reported that a 610-square-foot, one-bedroom apartment will run $995 while a 1,290-square-foot, two-bedroom unit will cost $1,995 a … Continued

Welcome Nationwide Employees!

December 11, 2012

The Columbus Dispatch: “Calling it one of the final and most-important pieces of the Arena District, Nationwide opened its new $37 million office building yesterday. The first 300 of an expected 1,000 employees moved from the company’s Dublin offices to … Continued

The Columbus Dispatch
The Lofts Hotel featured in New York Magazine

The Lofts Hotel featured in New York Magazine

October 22, 2012

Did you hear that Arena District hotel, The Lofts, was featured in New York Magazine‘s Weekend Escape Plan to Columbus? You can check out the feature right here. With 44 rooms, this converted plumbing-supply warehouse offers an urban feel with high … Continued

Exploring the Farmer’s Market

Exploring the Farmer’s Market

September 25, 2012

Did you know that every Thursday through October 25th, the Arena District hosts its very own farmer’s market? Located outside Nationwide Arena at Battelle Plaza (next to 343 Front Street Tavern), the Pearl Alley Growers’ Association Farmer’s Market is the place to find vendors … Continued

Sunny Street Cafe Expands Menu

Sunny Street Cafe Expands Menu

July 20, 2012

Sunny Street Cafe located in the Arena District has expanded their vegan menu to include daily vegan meals and a full-vegan brunch to their Saturday menu from 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM.

Source: Examiner.com

Legends win Pepsi MAX Field of Dreams game

May 12, 2012

Rickey Henderson and the team of Legends summoned their All-Star ability in a 12-11, six-inning exhibition victory against contest winner Tim Wisecup and his team of average Joes.

Source: MLB.com
Columbia Gas to Move Offices to Arena District

Columbia Gas to Move Offices to Arena District

March 31, 2012

Columbia Gas would serve as the project’s anchor tenant, occupying approximately 208,000 square feet of the 280,000 square feet of new office space. A new parking garage is also included in the plan. Read more

Columbia Gas of Ohio Plans New Home in Arena District

Columbia Gas of Ohio Plans New Home in Arena District

March 31, 2012

Columbia Gas of Ohio plans to move to the Arena District, leaving its current building for the largest new office construction in the area in years. Nationwide Realty seeks a 10-year, 75-percent property-tax abatement from the city of Columbus. Read more

Development Skyrockets in Columbus

Development Skyrockets in Columbus

January 1, 2012

Partly shielded from the economic downturn by its smaller size and Midwest location, the city is seeing commercial success both Downtown and in the suburbs thanks to a few corporate benefactors. Read more

NRI Continues $1.3B Columbus Redevelopment

NRI Continues $1.3B Columbus Redevelopment

December 4, 2011

The site in Grandview Heights already has a Hyatt hotel, a parking structure and a mixed-use 92,000-square-foot office building, which includes the OSU memorabilia restaurant/museum called the Buckeye Hall of Fame Grill. Read more

Nationwide to Build More Offices Near Arena

Nationwide to Build More Offices Near Arena

September 2, 2011

Adding to the news of increased development in the Arena District of Columbus, more offices are on their way. The $26 million building, at 10 W. Nation- wide, is expected to be completed by the end of 2012. Read more

Housing to Dominate Arena District

Housing to Dominate Arena District

August 26, 2011

Nationwide Realty has built 1.5 million square feet of offices, restaurants and entertainment venues in the area around Nationwide Arena and will continue with office development when it puts up an office complex behind the arena. Read more

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