Downtown Concierge

Things to do this Memorial Day Weekend in Downtown Columbus

With festivals, live performances, sports games, and more, we’ve got a full slate of happenings in Downtown this Memorial Day Weekend. Finding things to do? Easy. Deciding what to do? That’s a different story. 

We’re especially proud to be the home of the National (yup, you read that right) Veterans Memorial and Museum so be sure to stop by and remember all those who gave their lives in service of their county. In addition to their regular hours, they’ll have special programming and free admission.

Here’s what you can find happening around Downtown this Memorial Day weekend:

Thursday, May 26

FREE The Beach Boys Concert | 6 pm
John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons
160 S High Street

The long-awaited free concert with the boys of summer finally arrives. Free tickets for the concert are all snatched up but be sure to follow Columbus Commons on Instagram for the next best thing. If you do have tickets, be sure to get there early to claim your spot on the lawn! Visit the Columbus Commons website for more information.
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Columbus Clippers vs. Buffalo | 6:35 pm
Huntington Park

330 Huntington Park Lane

Nothing screams “summer” more than catching a ball game. Head to sports row and root for the home team this Memorial Day weekend.  

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Friday, May 27

FREE Scioto Mile Fountain Opening | 11 am – 2 pm

Bicentennial Park

223 S Civic Center Drive

Celebrate the unofficial start of summer and take the first walk through The Scioto Mile Fountain presented by the American Electric Power Foundation. Dive headfirst into all the fun the fountain has to offer – plus a little extra. From 11 am – 2 pm enjoy games on the grass, music and an extra-festive atmosphere. More importantly, this marks the first day of the fountain’s regular hours of operation.

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Columbus Clippers vs. Buffalo | 7:05 pm
Huntington Park

330 Huntington Park Lane

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Saturday, May 28

FREE Admission | 10am – 5pm

National Veterans Memorial and Museum

300 W Broad Street

NVMM is offering free admission to all guests Memorial Day Weekend (5/28-30). Get your online ticket by visiting their website.

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Ohio Black Expo: Riverfront Culture Fest | 11am – 11pm

Genoa Park

303 W Broad Street

With live music, local acts, food, drinks and awards given to community leaders, the Ohio Black Expo is all about celebrating culture. Tickets start at just $15 but kids 10 and under get in free.

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FREE Family Fun Day & Movie Night | 4pm – 10pm

John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons
160 S High Street

Bring the family out for an afternoon full of fun, featuring all your favorite activities, from inflatables to face painting and carousel spins to crafts. But the fun doesn’t stop there! Stick around and at 8 pm they’ll have a free flick for you. Yes you, Encanto fans. Best part is it’s all FREE!

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Columbus Clippers vs. Buffalo ft. FIREWORKS! | 7:05pm

Huntington Park

330 Huntington Park Lane

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Sunday, May 29

FREE Admission | 10am – 5pm

National Veterans Memorial and Museum

300 W Broad Street

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Ohio Black Expo: Riverfront Culture Fest | 10am – 7pm

Genoa Park

303 W Broad Street

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Columbus Clippers vs. Buffalo | 1:05pm

Huntington Park

330 Huntington Park Lane

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FREE Shadowbox Live: Which One’s Pink? | 7:30pm

John F. Wolfe Columbus Commons
160 S High Street

Which One’s Pink? will pay tribute to Pink Floyd the only way Shadowbox Live knows how. BIG. The end result? A show that’s audacious and spectacularly stunning. No tickets needed for this FREE performance, but be sure to bring a lawn chair or blanket to take in the tunes.  

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Monday, May 30

Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony + FREE Admission | 10am

National Veterans Memorial and Museum

300 W Broad Street

While the weekend is full of fun, Memorial Day is about remembering those who lost their lives in service to our country. The remembrance ceremony at NVMM begins at 10am on Memorial Day. You can reserve a free ticket on the NVMM website.

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Columbus Clippers vs. Toledo ft. FIREWORKS! | 6:05pm

Huntington Park

330 Huntington Park Lane

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