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
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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
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
Free outdoor concert roundup around Columbus in 2024
Make a plan to enjoy free outdoor concerts around Columbus this summer! There is so much live music to enjoy this summer throughout Central Ohio every night of the week. These concerts make great outings for the family, a date, or with your friends. Check out our list of outdoor music … [Read more...] about Free outdoor concert roundup around Columbus in 2024
Hilltop Spring Jamboree celebrates Spring and Music
The Hilltop Spring Jamboree is a free and family-friendly event on Saturday, May 11, 2024, from 1pm-7pm. Attendees will enjoy live music all day, an instrument petting zoo, and other artmaking activities. Music and arts organizations from around the city will be on hand to share more … [Read more...] about Hilltop Spring Jamboree celebrates Spring and Music
PBJ & Jazz free kids concerts at Topiary Park
PBJ & Jazz Concert Series at Topiary Park is one of our favorite casual events to attend in the summer! Kids love these concerts! Learn about all types of music while enjoying the amazing Topiary Park! PBJ & Jazz concerts are free 1-hour long interactive concerts with … [Read more...] about PBJ & Jazz free kids concerts at Topiary Park
Valentine concert: The Ups and Downs of Love
Warm up for Valentine's Day with a special Valentine concert: "The Ups and Downs of Love" on Friday, February 2, 2024 from 7 - 9 p.m. at the Columbus Mennonite Church at 35 E. Oakland Park. With guitar and piano, Bill will sing favorites from the 1940’s through the 1990’s, made famous … [Read more...] about Valentine concert: The Ups and Downs of Love
Wine down with Live Music Fridays at Wyandotte Winery
Fridays ARE fabulous, and Wyandotte Winery will show you how fab they are with Live Music Fridays. Wine down with friends and family and start your weekend off right! Come early and order some snacks from the Wyandotte Winery food menu or the featured food truck of the week. Paired with … [Read more...] about Wine down with Live Music Fridays at Wyandotte Winery
JazZoo Concert Series at the Columbus Zoo
The Columbus Zoo is once again teaming with the Jazz Arts Group to bring you the JazZoo Concert Series, which kicks off in July, at Water's Edge Pavilion at the Columbus Zoo for 4 shows. All-day Zoo entry is included with concert ticket purchase. Arrive early and enjoy the Zoo … [Read more...] about JazZoo Concert Series at the Columbus Zoo
Get $25 Live Nation concert tickets during National Concert Week
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Concerts are expensive, but SO much fun! Cut the cost on some of your favorite concerts by purchasing $25 all-in tickets from Live Nation during National Concert Week, May 10-16, 2023. Scroll down to see how you can get tickets a day early on May 9 with presales! Live Nation is releasing the … [Read more...] about Get $25 Live Nation concert tickets during National Concert Week
Capital University Music Technology Gear Swap
Interested in creating music and learning about music technology? Capital University hosts events through the year that are open to the public through the Music Technology Department. Capital University Music Technology Gear Swap The Music Technology Department at Capital University is hosting … [Read more...] about Capital University Music Technology Gear Swap
The 70’s Music Explosion at Columbus Historical Society
The Columbus Historical Society is proud to present the exhibition, The 70's Music Explosion in Columbus, Ohio. The exhibit will be on view from starting Sunday, October 10. An end date has not been determined. The 70's Music Explosion in Columbus, Ohio There is a free opening reception of … [Read more...] about The 70’s Music Explosion at Columbus Historical Society
Metropolitan Opera offering free nightly streams
The Metropolitan Opera cancelled performances during the coronavirus outbreak until further notice, but you can catch free nightly streams of encore presentations from Met Opera Live in HD series. The shows began on Monday, March 16th, 2020, starting at 7:30 p.m. each evening. They will be … [Read more...] about Metropolitan Opera offering free nightly streams
Annual St. Patrick’s Day 4 Miler at Kinsale
TBA for 2022 Register now for the Kinsale Golf and Fitness Club St. Patrick’s Day 4 Miler! The race will be on Saturday, March 16, 2019 at 6 p.m. – and finishes in the middle of the club's annual St. Patrick's Day celebration that will feature the band, Naked Karate … [Read more...] about Annual St. Patrick’s Day 4 Miler at Kinsale
Blake Shelton, Gwen Stefani, and Trace Adkins: A Drive-in Concert Experience
Music fans are flocking to drive-in theatres to watch concerts this summer! With tours on hold, Encore Drive-In Nights showcases the world’s most iconic music stars with performances filmed exclusively for drive-in theaters across North America. After huge success with the Garth Brooks drive-in … [Read more...] about Blake Shelton, Gwen Stefani, and Trace Adkins: A Drive-in Concert Experience
