Local Attractions

Known as the art and soul of Columbus, the culturally rich Short North Arts District is a pioneer in the urban revitalization of Central Ohio. Visitors are invited to explore our vibrant neighborhood along North High Street known for its wide variety of amazing art, dining, nightlife, fashion, home décor, and unique gifts.

View the Short North events calendar here.

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Experience Columbus Events Calendar

Downtown Columbus Events

200 W Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215

Nationwide Arena is a multipurpose arena in Columbus, Ohio, United States. Since completion in 2000, the arena has served as the home of the National Hockey League’s Columbus Blue Jackets. Nationwide Arena is the centerpiece of the downtown Arena District featuring an exciting mixture of restaurants, business, entertainment and residential space that attracts visitors from across the country.

View the Nationwide Arena events calendar here.

333 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215

COSI is a nationally esteemed science center that has delighted Central Ohio with all things science for 55 years, inspiring interest in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) topics and delivering our experiential, “hands-on fun” brand of learning. As a trusted educational resource for families, schools, and community partners, COSI is an essential element of our community, engaging more than one million people annually through onsite, offsite, and online experiences.

411 Woody Hayes Dr, Columbus, OH 43210

Ohio Stadium is an American football stadium in Columbus, Ohio, on the campus of The Ohio State University. It primarily serves as the home venue of the Ohio State Buckeyes football team and is also the site for the university’s Spring Commencement ceremonies each May. Attending games in Ohio Stadium has become a Saturday afternoon ritual for Ohio State fans, who flock to the parking lots early to enjoy the gala atmosphere and pageantry that surrounds each and every game.

59 Spruce St, Columbus, OH 43215

North Market is a 145-year-old vibrant public market made up of Ohio’s best independent merchants, farmers, and makers. Inside you’ll find an eclectic mix of more than 30 independently owned small businesses offering a wide variety of fresh produce, meat, poultry, seafood, flowers, specialty food items, international prepared foods & distinctive gifts.