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Looking for things to do in Columbus and Central Ohio? Explore upcoming concerts, theater, comedy, sports, festivals and conventions over the next four weeks. Check official event details, then plan the trip there and back with Smart Ride.

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YOUR WEEK AT A GLANCE

Top 10 events over the next 7 days

Nov 9 – Nov 15 · Featured picks first, then the soonest events. Check official schedules for ongoing events.

  1. Blade Runner Live

    Nov 10 · 7:30 p.m. start Eastern · Palace Theatre, Columbus

  2. COSI After Dark: Game On!

    Nov 12 · 7:00 p.m. start Eastern · COSI, Columbus

  3. Mid-Ohio Cluster Dog Shows

    Nov 12 · Dates & times: see official schedule Eastern · Ohio Expo Center — Bricker Building, Columbus

  4. Ohio State vs. Northwestern

    Nov 14 · 12:00 p.m. start Eastern · Ohio Stadium, Columbus

  5. Clara La San – Chosen Silences Tour Fall 2026 — SOLD OUT

    Nov 9 · 7:00 p.m. doors Eastern · Newport Music Hall, Columbus

  6. Little Image: Fall 2026 Tour

    Nov 9 · 7:00 p.m. doors Eastern · A&R Music Bar, Columbus

  7. half•alive – Billions Tour — SOLD OUT

    Nov 10 · 7:00 p.m. doors Eastern · The King of Clubs, Columbus

  8. Making Movies

    Nov 10 · 7:00 p.m. start Eastern · Woodlands Tavern, Columbus

  9. Weathers and Ella Red

    Nov 10 · 7:00 p.m. doors Eastern · A&R Music Bar, Columbus

  10. Blues & Beyond: The Blue Cats

    Nov 11 · 5:00 p.m. start Eastern · Natalie’s Grandview – Charlie’s Stage, Columbus

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Monday refresh · 8 a.m. Eastern

Nov 9 – Dec 6, 2026

MAKE SOME PLANS

Upcoming Columbus & Central Ohio events

A curated selection, with a little help getting there.
All times are Eastern. Tickets are sold by event providers.

158 selected events · Nov 9 – Dec 6

Nov9Mon
LIVE MUSICCampus

Clara La San – Chosen Silences Tour Fall 2026 — SOLD OUT

Sold out at review. Check the official organizer for waitlist or availability updates.

Newport Music Hall · Columbus

· 7:00 p.m. doors ET

Plan the ride Arrange pickup and your return ride around the official event schedule.

Verified Nov 9 · PromoWest Productions

Nov10Tue
LIVE MUSICNorth Columbus

half•alive – Billions Tour — SOLD OUT

Sold out at review. Check the official organizer for waitlist or availability updates.

The King of Clubs · Columbus

· 7:00 p.m. doors ET

Plan the ride Arrange pickup and your return ride around the official event schedule.

Verified Nov 9 · The King of Clubs / DICE

Nov11Wed
LIVE MUSICGrandview area

Blues & Beyond: The Blue Cats

Free Happening Hour; advance tickets and artist tips encouraged. Bar seating is first come, first served.

Natalie’s Grandview – Charlie’s Stage · Columbus

· 5:00 p.m. start ET

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Verified Nov 9 · Natalie's Grandview

Planning an outing in Columbus?

Where can I find things to do in Columbus this weekend?

Browse the dated event lineup for Columbus and Central Ohio concerts, theater, comedy, sports, festivals and conventions. With JavaScript enabled, use the event-type and area filters or search for an artist, team or venue. This is a selected four-week lineup, so check the official calendars below for additional events.

Where should I check event times and buy tickets?

Each listing links to the official event or ticket page and shows when its information was verified. Times in this guide are Eastern. Check the official listing before purchasing tickets or leaving home; schedules, ticket availability and venue rules can change. Smart Ride does not sell event admission.

Can I arrange a ride to a Columbus event and back?

Request event transportation from Smart Ride Central Ohio and choose Round Trip for both journeys. Include your pickup location, party size and return plans. Steve will confirm availability and meeting details. If the finish time is uncertain, discuss the return plan before booking; an event listing does not guarantee a ride.

Where can visitors find information about Columbus airport?

Our independent CMH Airport Guide covers John Glenn Columbus International Airport news, construction updates, history and local travel notes, with links to official sources.

A LITTLE PLANNING GOES A LONG WAY

Stay for the encore.
Plan for the exit.

Concerts can run late. Games can go into overtime. Festivals and conventions may have different hours each day. Discuss your return plan before the event and keep your phone available for pickup coordination.

Venue traffic controls can affect meeting points. Follow venue instructions and agree on a safe, permitted pickup location with Steve.

EXPLORE CLOSE TO HOME

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Go straight to the source.

Looking for more dates? These venue pages and event calendars are part of our weekly review.

Natalie's Grandview ↗Woodlands Tavern ↗Rumba Cafe ↗Ginger Rabbit Jazz Lounge ↗Newport Music Hall ↗The Bluestone ↗Lincoln Theatre ↗Ace of Cups ↗Midland Theatre — Newark ↗Historic Crew Stadium ↗Ohio Theatre ↗Palace Theatre ↗Southern Theatre ↗The KING of CLUBS ↗Skully’s Music-Diner ↗The Summit Music Hall ↗A&R Music Bar ↗The Basement ↗Rambling House Music Bar ↗Dick’s Den — Facebook ↗Columbus Zoo and Aquarium ↗COSI ↗Short North Stage / Garden Theater ↗Columbus Funny Bone ↗Columbus Civic Theater ↗Greater Columbus Convention Center ↗Ohio Expo Center ↗Columbus festivals ↗Nationwide Arena ↗Schottenstein Center ↗Ohio State Athletics ↗Columbus Crew ↗PromoWest / KEMBA Live! ↗CAPA & Columbus Symphony ↗

An independent guide by Smart Ride Central Ohio. We are not affiliated with the venues, teams or performers listed. Event dates, times and availability can change. Verify details with the linked official source before buying tickets or arranging transportation. Ride notes are Smart Ride’s planning suggestions. This is a selected lineup, not a complete regional calendar. Website reviews are scheduled daily; the date above shows the last completed review.