Featured Events

SOLD OUT – The Avett Brothers – 6:30pm

SOLD OUT – The Avett Brothers – 6:30pm

Lifestyle Communities Pavilion
May 25, 2013

North Carolina natives Scott Avett (banjo) and Seth Avett (guitar) make up The Avett Brothers, along with Bob Crawford (upright bass), Joe Kwon (cello) and Mike Marsh (drums). Following on from Seth and Scott’s former rock band Nemo, the Avett … Continued

May Event Listings

MORPC Clean Air Fair – 11:30am

MORPC Clean Air Fair – 11:30am

Battelle Plaza
May 3, 2013

Join the MORPC for a chance to win prizes, enjoy free ice cream, view environmental and health exhibits, and see the latest in clean air technology vehicles. The event will be held on Battelle Plaza from 11:30am-1:30pm. Presented by the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission’s Center for Energy and Environment.

Sunny Street Cinco de Mayo

Sunny Street Cinco de Mayo

Sunny Street Cafe
May 5, 2013

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Sunny Street Cafe with breakfast tacos all weekend long. For breakfast and lunch, dine-in or carry-out, Sunny Street Café ® is your neighborhood destination for fresh, wholesome food and friendly service daily. Take a virtual … Continued

Taylor Swift – 7pm

Taylor Swift – 7pm

Nationwide Arena
May 8, 2013

Taylor’s RED Tour is set to be one of the most-anticipated musical events of 2013, as Taylor’s live shows are renowned worldwide for bringing her music to life with what Variety has dubbed “supreme spectacle” and Billboard has hailed as an “overwhelming experience…that blended the pacing, the music and the artist’s personality in a way that transfixed.” During the course of every show, Taylor plays a variety of instruments and performs her biggest hits and fan favorites from her four Big Machine Records albums.

Leadership Columbus Blood Drive

Leadership Columbus Blood Drive

Nationwide Arena
May 10, 2013

BLOOD DRIVE – Sponsored by Leadership Columbus Class of 2013 Columbus Blue Jackets- LOBBY 200 W. Nationwide Blvd Friday, May 10th, 9am – 3pm – Schedule your appointment today. 1-800-RED CROSS or go to redcrossblood.org Sponsor Keyword LeadershipColumbus The American … Continued

Insane Clown Posse – 7pm

Insane Clown Posse – 7pm

Lifestyle Communities Pavilion
May 14, 2013

Violent J and Shaggy 2 Dope (real names Joseph Bruce and Joseph Utsler respectively) make up the Detroit hip-hop/rap duo Insane Clown Posse. Their cult-like fans–called Juggalos–paint their faces and typically dress in black, devotedly following the band that describes its music as … Continued

Todd Rundgren – 7pm

Todd Rundgren – 7pm

Lifestyle Communities Pavilion
May 16, 2013

This is a seated show indoors. Reserved Pit Seating – $42.00 / Reserved Main Floor Seating – $29.00

Fall Out Boy – 7pm

Fall Out Boy – 7pm

Lifestyle Communities Pavilion
May 17, 2013

Fall Out Boy has been back from hiatus for just three months, and the band has already kicked off a tour, released a #1 albumn, and has a single “My Songs Know What You Did In The Dark (Light ‘Em … Continued

This event is today! MS MR – 7pm

MS MR – 7pm

The Basement
May 21, 2013

General Admission – All Ages

Crown the Empire – 6pm

Crown the Empire – 6pm

The Basement
May 23, 2013

Opening Artist: Capture the Crown, Palisades, Heartist, Famous Last Words

SOLD OUT – The Avett Brothers – 6:30pm

SOLD OUT – The Avett Brothers – 6:30pm

Lifestyle Communities Pavilion
May 25, 2013

North Carolina natives Scott Avett (banjo) and Seth Avett (guitar) make up The Avett Brothers, along with Bob Crawford (upright bass), Joe Kwon (cello) and Mike Marsh (drums). Following on from Seth and Scott’s former rock band Nemo, the Avett … Continued

Melvins – 8pm

Melvins – 8pm

A&R Music Bar
May 28, 2013

The Melvins’ music is influenced by Black Flag’s mix of punk and metal on their album My War, and other slow punk acts like Swans, Flipper and Wipers, but also by some hard rock and metal bands such as Kiss and Alice Cooper; however, their idiosyncratic approach, bizarre sense of humor, and experimentation make neat categorization difficult.

Clippers 2013 Season

Clippers 2013 Season

Huntington Park
May 31, 2013

The 2013 Clippers Season has begun at Huntington Park in the Arena District.

Don’t miss all of the action, famed dime a dog nights and special Clippers events. For the full Columbus Clipperes schedule and up to date Clippers season information, click here.

Arena Venues

A&R Music Bar

A&R Music Bar

A&R Music Bar’s outdoor patio is open 2 hours before all LC concerts at The LC Pavilion, Columbus Clippers games and other Arena District events.

Arena Grand Movie Theatre

Arena Grand Movie Theatre

Voted as Columbus’ favorite year after year, this movie theatre offers a superb bistro and bar where you can choose your favorite meal, snack, dessert or drink before, during or after the movies.

The Basement

The Basement

The Basement is the home of the underground rock scene, providing a stage for bands on the rise looking to graduate to the levels of the Newport and The LC.

Big Bang Dueling Piano Bar

Big Bang Dueling Piano Bar

Our entertainers take a seat on stage behind two grand pianos and combine music, comedy and audience participation to create a show that’s unlike anything else.

Huntington Park

Huntington Park

Huntington Park is home to the Columbus Clippers baseball team; the defending 2011 Triple-A National Champions and Triple-A affiliate of the Cleveland Indians.

OhioHealth Ice Haus

OhioHealth Ice Haus

The OhioHealth Haus is the Columbus Blue Jackets practice arena. This facility is also home to local associations and is used by the public as well as visiting NHL teams.

Lifestyle Communities Pavilion

Lifestyle Communities Pavilion

Lifestyle Communities Pavilion is the place to see big shows in an intimate setting. Find balcony box seats, your favorite bands and after-show meet-and-greets.

Nationwide Arena

Nationwide Arena

Since its opening in 2000, Nationwide Arena has been the home of the NHL’s Columbus Blue Jackets as well as a wide variety of world-class entertainment events.

Arena District Athletic Club

Arena District Athletic Club

The Arena District Athletic Club is your downtown fitness destination! You can work out on your own on top-of-the-line equipment or schedule sessions with a personal trainer.

Arena District

Arena District

As the premier entertainment district in downtown Columbus, Ohio, the Arena District offers an experience unlike any other. Sports, Dining, Movies, Live Music, and so much more!

Battelle Plaza

Battelle Plaza

Looking to distribute or display products to Arena District patrons or host an outdoor event? The red brick plaza area spans 14,000 square feet and is equipped with water and electric supplies offering flexibility in meeting the layout and needs of your event.