The CAPA Summer Movie Series is back! The 56th series features classic films and cult favorites will run June 13 – August 24 at the historic Ohio Theatre.
Your guide to Downtown Columbus, from happenings to happy hours.
Embark on the next stage of Downtown Columbus’ urban revival and transformation into a world class city by enhancing equity, expanding accessibility, creating connectivity, supporting local, and improving inclusion so that Downtown Columbus is a safe and welcoming destination where the prosperity of our city can be enjoyed by all.
Downtown Columbus has parking options abound. Garages, surface lots and on-street sites offer a wide variety of access, no matter your kind of ride, wherever your destination may be.
Take a stroll along Gay Street and you’ll discover a dense mélange of lively, street-level bars, galleries, restaurants, retail shops, and cafes.
From Columbus Commons to the Scioto Mile, for an experience that’s equal parts urban flair and natural splendor, head to the RiverSouth District.
For fashion, food, fun, fabulous tunes, and fantastic retail, the eclectic Fourth and Main District is hard to beat.
Pro sports, world-renowned live entertainment, and vibrant restaurants and bars— the Arena District scores big every time.
The convergence of Downtown’s central business district and the historic Franklinton neighborhood, The Peninsula brings together the best of all worlds – just around the bend of the Scioto River.
Historic buildings have been transformed into must-experience bars, venues and experiences in this up-and-coming District just east of the Scioto.
Home to a vibrant array of landmark institutions, historic sites, progressive galleries, and contemporary culinary establishments, make your next Discovery in this signature Downtown district.
of Downtown Columbus through dozens of local events happening every week.
SCIOTO SOCIAL is coming up soon at the Scioto Mile Fountain (8/30) 🎶🍻
Next weekend are the final days of summer to splash in the Scioto Mile Fountain, and we’re throwing a FREE block party to celebrate! While all ages are welcome, activities are geared toward adults. It’s your turn to splash in the fountain!⛲
Grab a house cocktail, beer or wine from The Patio, and hang out fountainside with a live DJ all night long 🍷🎶 Take a pass at giant pong and cornhole or sit back with a complimentary caricature drawing 🧑🎨
Don’t forget your swim suit if you’re taking a splash in the fountain 💦
You can also take a free ride with @trolley_pub_columbus and pedal your way to High Water Alley @thejuntohotel and Land Grant Brewing @landgrantbrewing from 8:30-10:30pm 🍻
⛲ Scioto Social (FREE)
📍 Scioto Mile Fountain, 233 S Civic Center Dr
🗓️ Saturday, August 30
🕗 8 - 10 pm
10+ LUNCHES UNDER $10🌯
We’re all about a good deal💸 From sandwiches to pizzas to pierogis — here are some Downtown deals to add to the rotation🍽️
More suggestions? Throw ‘em in the comments ⬇️
Restaurants featured in the video⤵️
🍣YES SUSHI @yessushiofficial
📍443 E Main St
🌭Dirty Franks @dirtyfranksdogs
📍248 S 4th St
🥗Belmont Deli
📍330 W Spring St
🥪Danny’s Deli-cious! @deliciousdeli19
📍37 W Broad St
🍕Mikey’s Late Night Slice @latenightslice
📍268 S 4th St
🌭Tasty Dawg @tasty_dawg
📍107 S High St
🍔Lexi’s On Third @lexisonthird
📍100 E Broad St
⛰️Pierogi Mountain @pierogi_mountain
📍105 N Grant Ave
🥪Si Señor @sisenorcolumbus
📍155 W Nationwide Blvd
🍜Tiger + Lily @tigerandlilyinspired
📍19 E Gay St
UNDERCURRENT: WALK, ROLL & PLAY is coming up in Downtown Columbus🚲
We’re shutting down High Street for UnderCurrent: Walk, Roll, and Play, an Open Streets 614 event! The three-part series will transform High Street for pedestrian-only activity on August 24, September 28 and October 26 🛼🛹🚲
Here’s what you can expect along the way ⤵️
🚲The Roll Lane: a lane dedicated lane for bikes, scooters, rollerblades, unicycles, or however you wheel!
🍕Local food trucks
🤸♂️Pop-up workout classes
🧑🎨Live art
🚌Transit and mobility initiatives
🖼️ Local art galleries
🛍️ Small businesses along the way, including @restalgic which is celebrating its grand opening on August 23!
🤝 We are so excited to be collaborating with Columbus City Councilmember @lourdesforcolumbus for these three Open Streets 614 events this season, and thank you to @osuwexmed for making this event series possible!
🚲 UnderCurrent: Walk, Roll, and Play, an Open Streets 614 event — FREE
🗓️ August 24, September 28 and October 26
🕐 12-4pm
Spend a summer day in the Arena District ☀️⚾🌳
If you’ve been to the Arena District, you know it’s all fun and games all the time. Among pedestrian-friendly brick streets and relaxing green space, you can catch a game or match, enjoy a variety of restaurants, and experience national talent on local stages. Save this itinerary 🔖⤵️
🍳 Start the day with brunch from Sunny Street Cafe. Enjoy artisan pancakes, sandwiches, and more!
🌳 Take a mid-day break at McFerson Commons. See the Union Station Arch, take your brunch to-go, read a book, or throw a football on the long rectangular stretch!
⚾ Head out to the ball game at one of the Clippers last home games on Aug 5-10 and Aug 19-24. Get the best deal in the city during Dime A Dog Night, when hot dogs are priced at 10 cents on Aug 19. Stick around for the sunsetting over Huntington Park!
🍕Take your pick of local grub! Some ideas: grab some of the best (and biggest) sandwiches at @wariosbeefandpork, explore over 30 local vendors in the historic @northmarket, grab a pre-game drink at the legendary Betty’s Bar, enjoy a casual meal at local favorites like @creole2geaux, @sisenorcolumbus, @bostonspizzausa, @tedsmontanagrill, and @columbusflatirontavern, or a fancier meal at @jeffrubyscolumbus, @rodiziogrill, or @bucadibeppo
🎸 Spend the last month of summer seeing live performances at Nationwide Arena and KEMBA Live including Benson Boone, Jessie Murph, and more!
Drop your favorite Arena District activity below ⬇️
UNDERCURRENT: WALK, ROLL & PLAY 🚲🤸♂️
We’re shutting down High Street to cars and opening it for PEOPLE 👀 Bring your bike and your besties to walk, roll, and play in the streets during three Open Streets 614 events with @columbuscitycouncil @lourdesforcolumbus on August 24, September 28 & October 26 🛼🚲
Here’s what to expect ⤵️
🚲 The Roll Lane: a lane on High St dedicated lane for bikes, scooters, rollerblades, etc from Broad to Long St
🤸♂️ Pop-up workout classes
🍕 Local food trucks
🖌️ Live art
🚌 Learn about transit and mobility initiatives
🚶More free activities as you walk or roll through the event
🗓️ SAVE THE DATES: August 24, September 28 & October 26 from 12-4pm
Interested in being a part of the event? Apply to be an activity or informational partner at the link in our bio!
THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND (8/7-8/10) 🥙🎨⛲️⚾️
We’re over the hump, which basically means it’s the weekend 😉 From festivals, farm days, to fitness, we’ve got the full line up below! For ALLLL the details + times, head to our website (link in bio) ⬇️
THURSDAY, AUGUST 7 🗓️
🐷 COSI Farm Days
🥙 Food Truck Food Court (FREE to attend)
🎨 BAM (Bar, Art, Music) (FREE)
⛲️ Fountain Fitness: HIIT and Yoga (FREE)
⚾️ Columbus Clippers Game
🍿 CAPA Summer Movie Series: The Spiral Staircase
🎭 Junie B. Jones the Musical Jr.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 8 🗓️
🚜 COSI Farm Days
🎠 Commons for Kids: Art (FREE)
🎥 CAPA Summer Movie Series: Alien
🍻 DORA at Dusk (FREE)
🛶 Golden Hour Paddle
🎭 Junie B. Jones the Musical Jr.
⚾️ Columbus Clippers Game
SATURDAY, AUGUST 9 🗓️
🐓 COSI Farm Days
🛍️ Scioto Arts Market (FREE)
🚣 Free Kayak Day (FREE)
💃🏻 Festival Latino (FREE)
🎤 PBJ & Jazz: Laura Camara (FREE)
🎸 Concert for a Cause
🎶 614 Funk Fest
⚾️ Columbus Clippers Games
🎭 Junie B. Jones the Musical Jr.
🎥 CAPA Summer Movie Series: Arsenic and Old Lace
SUNDAY, AUGUST 10 🗓️
🐄 COSI Farm Days
💃🏻 Festival Latino (FREE)
🎥 CAPA Summer Movie Series: Arsenic and Old Lace
⚾️ Columbus Clippers Game
🎭 Junie B. Jones the Musical Jr.
Where are you bringing the fun this weekend?📍👀⤵️
15+ THINGS TO DO THIS AUGUST🛶🛍️🎶
To say August is packed full of events is an understatement... from golden hour kayak rides, classic movie screenings, outdoor concerts, and more, there’s something for everyone☀️🍿
For a full list of Downtown happenings, subscribe to our newsletter and visit our events page (link in bio)👀
Here are a few of the fantastic events coming up this month⬇️
🎠FREE Commons for Kids @columbuscommons
📍 Columbus Commons
📅 August 1 & 8
🍿FREE Family Movie Night @columbuscommons
📍 Columbus Commons
📅 August 1
🎸Tribute Tuesdays @colsrecparks
📍 Bicentennial Park
📅August 5 & 19
🍻FREE DORA at Dusk
📍 The Patio, Land Grant Brewing, and High Water Alley
🗓️ August 8
🛶FREE Kayak Day @windroseoutdoor
📍 Boat launch under the Main Street Bridge, near Bicentennial Park (233 S Civic Center Dr)
🗓️ August 9
🛍️FREE Scioto Arts Market
📍National Veterans Memorial & Museum @nationalvmm
🗓️ August 9
🍦COSI After Dark: The Science of Ice Cream @cosiscience
📍COSI, 333 W Broad St
🗓️ August 14
🎶FREE Local & Live Concerts
📍 Columbus Commons
📅 August 14, 29 & 31
🎤FREE Summer Soundstage @thejuntohotel
📍 The Junto, 88 High Water Alley
🗓️ August 20
✨FREE Restalgic Grand Opening @restalgic
📍83 N High St
🗓️ August 23
🧘Yoga Day with the Clippers @clbclippers
📍 Huntington Park
🗓️ August 23
⚽️Columbus Crew Game @columbuscrew
📍 Lower.com Field
🗓️ August 23
🛼FREE UnderCurrent: Walk, Roll, and Play, An Open Streets 614 Event
📍 Gay & High Streets
🗓️ August 24
🎼FREE Bicentennial Park Summer Concert @colsrecparks
📍Bicentennial Park
🗓️ August 29
⛲️FREE Scioto Social
📍 Bicentennial Park
🗓️ August 30
🚣Golden Hour Paddle @windroseoutdoor
📍 Boat Launch near Bicentennial Park
🗓️ Fridays
🎨FREE BAM (Bar, Art and Music) @columbusmuseum
📍Columbus Museum of Art, 480 E Broad St
🗓️ Thursdays
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