’Tis (finally) the season to get out and gad about. And Downtown Columbus has plenty of new and notable things to help you do both.
Ohio Bicycling Summit
Wednesday, April 10 | 9:00 am
Ohio Statehouse, 1 Capitol Square
Calling all road geeks. Meet up with other cycling enthusiasts to support bicycle-friendly improvements in the Buckeye State. The theme is “Women in Ohio Cycling.” The event is free. And the day offers lots of opportunities to connect with like-minded cyclists, organizations, lobbyists and legislators.
COSI After Dark: Ice and Fire
Thursday, April 11 | 6:00 pm
COSI, 333 W. Broad St.
What happens when you combine ice sculpture and mixology demos with a unicycle ride on the hire wire? Find out for yourself at this after-hours, no-kids evening where adults have free reign to explore, learn and have fun their way.
TESLA
Friday, April 12 | 7:00 pm
EXPRESS LIVE!, 405 Neil Ave.
This is a must-see concert for fans of strong, classic rock heavy on guitar riffs. And though these multi-platinum California rockers just celebrated 30 years together, they’re still making great music they say is meant “to play loud.”
Tyler Farr
Friday, April 12 | 7:00 pm
The Bluestone, 583 E. Broad St.
Get ready for a night of rocked-up country songs and heartache-style ballads delivered by the gravely-voiced, classically trained singer-songwriter, Tyler Farr. Known for pure passion, flawless vocals and a solid stage performance, Farr is poised to become country music’s newest and biggest hero.
Moonlight Market
Saturday, April 13 | 6:00 pm
Gay Street District, 1 E. Gay St.
Welcome to the first outdoor festival and marketplace of the season. Featuring street musicians, sidewalk vendors, extended retail hours, al fresco dining, drinks, specials and more, Moonlight Market makes for a great date night or family-friendly outing.
Power of Sour
Saturday, April 13 | 10:00 am
Platform Beer Co.,408 N. 6th St.
Pucker up, Cbus, it’s all-sour, all day as Platform Beer Co. puts sour beer on the spotlight. Local brews – including their own – limited quantities of rare brews, and brews from around the world are available to all (over age 21, of course). No cover. No admission. Just fun.
Ballet Met: Cinderella
Thu-Sun, April 12-14 | Hours Vary
Ohio Theater, 39 E. State St.
With a fresh take on one of the most beloved fairytales of all-time, this performance promises to be magically magnificent and charmingly comedic. Ageless and timeless, the race to midnight will excite and delight ballet novices and connoisseurs of all ages in equal measure.