Cheer on the Columbus Fury at a home game at Nationwide Arena.
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.
DOWNTOWN SIP & STROLL 🖼️🚶
On Saturday, February 7, Sip & Stroll through the Gay Street neighborhood in Downtown Columbus. 🎨 Grab a DORA drink, a bite to eat, explore new shops & galleries, and discover your new favorite place at the intersection of Gay & High Streets🍻✨
👀For more info and neighborhood deals, visit our website (link in bio)
🍷Downtown Sip & Stroll
🗓️Saturday, February 7
🕐1-4pm
📍Gay & High Streets
Participating Businesses ⤵️
@artisans_and
@accentwine - 10% off wine sample next time you stop in
@brandtgallery
@capricolumbus - sample cocktail
@chaoscontemporarycraft - free bubbly & cookies
@evolverieclothing - free zipper pouch with $100+ purchase
@hammond_harkins
@lindsay.gallery
@no_place_gallery
@sarahgormleygallery - 10% off for first-time art buyers
@restalgic - free mini room spray and more deals
@zerozwallet - drawing for free wallet
YOUR GUIDE TO ARTS & CULTURE IN DOWNTOWN COLUMBUS 🖼️
Explore art galleries, museums, and public spaces throughout Downtown 🧑🎨🔍 While you’re taking it all in, find pockets of sprawling business communities, cafes, classes, and so much more to do. Save this post for the next time you’re making your own arts & culture crawl 🌟
*Be sure to check with each organization for open hours before visiting!
10 COFFEE SHOPS TO TRY IN DOWNTOWN COLUMBUS ☕⤵️
There are only 63 more days until spring! Until then, the biting weather outside is the perfect excuse to cozy up at a cafe with a cup of joe 🌨️ Check out these hot spots around Downtown, each with their own unique drinks and environment 🧣
☕ Black Kahawa, 2 E Broad St @blackkahawa
☕ Bottoms Up, 350 Mt Vernon Ave @bottomsupcoffee
☕ Roosevelt Coffeehouse, 300 E Long St @therooseveltcoffeehouse
☕ Cure Coffee & Cocktails, 154 N 3rd St @cure_614
☕ Three Bites Bakery & Little Cat Boba, 12 E Broad St @threebitesbakery @littlecat.boba
☕ Maudine’s, 77 Belle St @maudinescoffee
☕ Cafe de Nook , 175 S 3rd St
☕ Brioso Coffee, 53 N High St @briosocoffee
☕ One Line, 41 S High St @onelinecoffee
☕ Freedom a la Cart, 123 E Spring St @freedomalacart
Did you know you can take FREE tours of the Ohio Statehouse?
Whether you’re a local history buff, a curious Columbus resident, or a lifelong learner, you’ll probably learn something new about the state that claims it’s the Heart of it All 😉❤️
Make an afternoon of it! While you’re at the Statehouse you can explore the Statehouse museum, grab some Ohio merch at the Museum Shop, and grab lunch from the Capitol Cafe (Mon-Fri, 8am-3pm) 🥪
FREE Guided Tours (daily, except state holidays)
📍Ohio Statehouse, 1 Capitol Square
🗓️ Weekdays: every hour starting at 10 am
🗓️ Weekends: every hour starting at 12 pm
Final tour starts at 3pm!
The Columbus Fury is BACK this Saturday, January 10 at Nationwide Arena 🏐🔥
TAKE $15 OFF TICKETS for the opening night match at link in bio ‼️ The Fury kicked off the season with a win on the road and now they are taking the energy to their home court.
2026 Columbus Fury Home Games🏐⤵️
🔥Jan 10 vs Omaha Supernovas
🔥Jan 17 vs Indy Ignite
🔥Jan 25 vs Atlanta Vibe
🔥Jan 29 vs Dallas Pulse
🔥Jan 31 vs Orlando Valkyries
🔥Feb 14 vs Dallas Pulse
🔥Feb 27 vs Indy Ignite
🔥March 10 vs Omaha Supernovas
🔥March 24 vs Orlando Valkyries
🔥April 3 vs San Diego Mojo
🔥April 5 vs Grand Rapids Rise
🔥April 10 vs Atlanta Vibe
🔥April 19 vs Grand Rapid Rise
🔥April 26 vs San Diego Mojo
BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL is making an electric stop here in Columbus 🕰️⚡
The stage show features a flying car, captivating lighting effects, and recreations of iconic movie scenes. Back to the Future: The Musical feels like a nostalgic blast from the past blended with original music 🚗💨
It’s showing at the Ohio Theatre NOW through Sunday, Jan 11! Tickets start at $47 and students and older adults are eligible for rush tickets two hours prior to the performance (50% off full price) 🎟️
Here’s the line-up for the rest of the @broadwaycolumbus 25/26 season:
⚡Back to the Future (Jan 6-11)
📖 Les Miserables (Jan 27 - Feb 1)
🎶 The Sound of Music (Feb 24 - March 1)
🚗 The Outsiders (March 17-22)
🌽 Shucked (April 7-12)
🌹 Hadestown (May 15-17)
🐘 Water for Elephants (June 9-14)
#bwaycbus #ohiotheatre #capacolumbus @bttfbway #BTTFtour
20+ things to do this year in Downtown Columbus ⚽ 🎨✨
Whether it’s a new fitness goal or spending more quality time with family, we’ve got just the list of year-round activities for you to keep your new year, new you goals going!😉
Save this list as your 2026 resolution checklist ✅
Wander Nights comes to a wrap for the season, but WANDERLIGHTS will be illuminated every day from 5-10pm until February 15 💡🎄
We’re taking a beat to recharge for the new year, but we’ll see you back here in 2026 with more things to do, new business openings, and date night ideas ☃️❄️
Happy holidays, and Happy New Year! 🥳 🎉
