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Cheap concert tickets! Live Nation $30 Ticket to Summer

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When I starting going to concerts a certain number of decades ago, tickets were regularly $25-$30, but now tickets are double or triple that once fees are added! You'll have the chance to catch some top concerts for less by purchasing discounted concert tickets from Live Nation $30 Ticket to Summer … [Read more...] about Cheap concert tickets! Live Nation $30 Ticket to Summer

Juneteenth Celebration and events in Columbus

Celebrate the end of the enslavement of African-American people in the United States with Juneteenth on the third weekend in June. Juneteenth, or June 19, 1865, is considered the date when the last slaves in America were freed in Galveston, Texas after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued on … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Celebration and events in Columbus

ComFest: A Community Festival for all

It's that time of year again for the crazy but fun ComFest, which is back in Goodale Park from June 27-29, 2025. What is Comfest? Comfest is a volunteer-run Community Festival held in Goodale Park featuring several stages of local music, activism, arts, crafts, food and drink vendors. Check … [Read more...] about ComFest: A Community Festival for all

Celebrate all things Irish at the Annual Dublin Irish Festival

The annual Dublin Irish Festival returns as a full festival on August 1-3, 2025, so get that kilt out of your closet! Experience a three day celebration of all things Irish in Coffman Park with one of the country’s largest Irish Festival. Have a beverage or four, and enjoy food from … [Read more...] about Celebrate all things Irish at the Annual Dublin Irish Festival

Annual Lancaster Festival: Artwalk, concerts, food, and fun

Looking for your next summer adventure? Lancaster, Ohio, is just a short drive from Columbus and home to an epic 10-day festival (because one weekend just isn’t enough time for all the fun!). Mark your calendars because the Lancaster Festival is just down the road and jam-packed with exciting … [Read more...] about Annual Lancaster Festival: Artwalk, concerts, food, and fun

2025 Creekside Blues and Jazz Festival bring top musicians

The Annual Creekside Blues and Jazz Fest returns to the Creekside District on June 13-15, 2025 for the 26th year! The event brings the top regional and national blues and jazz talent to Gahanna on 3 stages, food vendors, retail vendors, and more. Creekside Blues and Jazz … [Read more...] about 2025 Creekside Blues and Jazz Festival bring top musicians

Popcorn Pops Concerts for Kids with Columbus Symphony Orchestra

Symphony music isn't just for adults! The Columbus Commons is hosting Popcorn Pops with The Columbus Symphony this summer! It's a great chance to show kids how fun this type of music can be! These shows are perfect for families with children ages 3 – 12. Concerts feature free popcorn and … [Read more...] about Popcorn Pops Concerts for Kids with Columbus Symphony Orchestra

Nationwide Picnic with the Pops at Columbus Commons 2025 season

Nationwide Picnic with the Pops is coming back to Columbus Commons in Summer 2025. The full schedule hasn't been released yet, but we will update as they are! Enjoy the ultimate picnic with acclaimed artists and the Columbus Symphony Orchestra this summer with The Nationwide Picnic with the Pops … [Read more...] about Nationwide Picnic with the Pops at Columbus Commons 2025 season

Celebrate big at Flannagan’s St. Patrick’s Day Bash

Enjoy one of the largest St. Patrick’s Day parties in Ohio with Flannagan’s St. Patrick's Bash (and my first St. Patrick's Day experience in Columbus decades ago!) On Saturday, March 15, 2025, doors open at noon for all day entertainment, green beer, food, and Irish fun in the … [Read more...] about Celebrate big at Flannagan’s St. Patrick’s Day Bash

Breakaway Music Festival returns to Columbus this Summer!

Prime Social Group is happy to announce its critically-acclaimed multi-city Breakaway Music Festival returns to Columbus this summer! The Breakaway Music Festival comes to Columbus, May 30-31, 2025 at the Historic Crew Stadium! Breakaway Music Festival Lineup 2025 The stellar lineup … [Read more...] about Breakaway Music Festival returns to Columbus this Summer!

Blue Jackets, Red Wings, + OAR and Twenty One Pilots Highlight 2025 NHL Stadium Series

Columbus, Ohio, is gearing up to host one of hockey’s most exciting events as the NHL Stadium Series in 2025. The Columbus Blue Jackets will face off against the Detroit Red Wings in the 2025 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series™ at historic Ohio Stadium, home of the Ohio State … [Read more...] about Blue Jackets, Red Wings, + OAR and Twenty One Pilots Highlight 2025 NHL Stadium Series

$15 Admission to Winter Jam Tour Spectacular

Enjoy an inexpensive concert with the Winter Jam Tour Spectacular on January 25, 2025 at 6 p.m. at the Schottenstein Center at The Ohio State University. Christian Music's Largest Annual Tour only costs $15 (donation) at the door (ages 3 and up) with no advance tickets required. Seating is … [Read more...] about $15 Admission to Winter Jam Tour Spectacular

Take in a TubaChristmas performance this holiday season – performers welcome!

Tuba and euphonium players are invited to come together to participate in local TubaChristmas concerts, and the public is invited to enjoy the holiday shows.  The concerts are part of the annual TubaChristmas tradition, in which tuba players around the world gather to play Christmas … [Read more...] about Take in a TubaChristmas performance this holiday season – performers welcome!

WCOL Winter Wonder Jam features Ashley McBryde (Presale tickets avail now!)

92.3 WCOL, Columbus’s #1 for New Country, brings country music stars together for one incredible night at the 2024 Winter Wonder Jam on Friday, December 6, 2024.   Celebrate the best time of the year with holiday cheer and a star-studded lineup of performers, including GRAMMY Award … [Read more...] about WCOL Winter Wonder Jam features Ashley McBryde (Presale tickets avail now!)

ProMusica Family-friendly Library Concerts

Join ProMusica Chamber Orchestra musicians at local library branches for FREE family-friendly concerts as part of the Columbus Metropolitan Library Series. These fun concerts combine classical music and children’s literature and give you a chance to check out libraries throughout Central … [Read more...] about ProMusica Family-friendly Library Concerts

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