Summer Music Series
Every Thursday Beginning July 2nd | 8pm – 11pm
Stories on High’s live Summer Music Series is back with various musical artists from classic jazz to rock and roll! Kicking off on July 2 with Emily Syring Trio, the Summer Music Series takes place every Thursday from 8 – 11 p.m. until October.
Whiskey Trail
Michter’s and their Master of Maturation, Andrea Wilson
August 20th at 6pm
Step into a story of flavor with Hilton Columbus Downtown’s Whiskey Trail, where each stop unveils a new chapter. For $50 per person, guests will explore four of our signature bars, enjoying a curated 0.5oz pour of premium whiskey at each destination. Along the way, you’ll savor light bites at Stories on High and, take home a keepsake tasting glass. With every sip, every setting, and every story, this exclusive experience transforms our hotel into a tasting adventure unlike any other.
Cost includes four featured whiskey pairings, a whiskey tasting glass, light bites at Stories on High and a Michter’s Sour Mash Old Fashioned.
Pours Include: Michter’s Kentucky Straight Bourbon, Michter’s Kentucky Straight Rye, Michter’s 10 Year Kentucky Straight Rye, Bomberger’s Declaration, Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Check-in for the Bourbon Trail will be located at 401 North High Street entrance on the 2nd floor of Tower 401. Payment will be due at the end of the service.
Local Art & Culinary Tour
Saturday, September 5th
Experience the heart of Columbus culture in a whole new way! Join us for an exclusive Local Art & Culinary Tour in partnership with the Short North Alliance, where guests are invited to tour Hilton’s $5M collection featuring 450 original works from 128 Central Ohio artists. The tour takes place on Saturday, September 5th at 4:00 PM and will be offered monthly during the Short North Arts District’s Gallery Hop.
Along the way, enjoy four curated pairings of premium wines and chef-crafted bites, each thoughtfully designed to complement the artwork. Finish the evening 28 floors up at Stories on High with stunning skyline views.
Limited availability.
Social Hour at FYR Short North
Tuesday – Friday 4 – 6 PM
Join us for Social Hour at FYR Short North, exclusively at our bar and high‑top tables. Beers from $4, bites begin at $5, handcrafted cocktails at $10 and curated wine flights from $15.
Enjoy favorites from our live-fire kitchen, including Chef Zach’s Great Aunt Pat’s iconic Crab Cake and silky hand‑cut Wagyu, alongside a selection of elevated shareables designed for gathering, grazing, and easing into the night.
Omakase Experience at Stories on High
Available Nightly
Immerse yourself in our newest culinary story, and join us at Stories on High to enjoy our Omakase experience. The term “Omakase” translates to “I leave it up to you,” and with this trust, our chefs are free to create a unique and unforgettable dining experience. Your journey will unfold through a series of small plates, where each dish is a chapter that is carefully crafted using the freshest ingredients available.
Our Omakase experience is available nightly. Cost includes a 7-course menu for $85/person [plus tax and gratuity]. Optional beverage paring, curated by beverage director Rustun Nichols is also available. Whole table participation is required for this experience.
