Ahhhh, yes. February. The shortest month of the year that always feels like the longest.
But if you’re looking for something to keep you going through the month of love, some of the most popular live music acts in the world are stopping through Columbus’ iconic music venues.
Whether you’re into oldies or the hottest artists on the scene today, you can find it this month in Columbus and Central Ohio.
Disclaimer: While this expertly curated list is full of the absolute best live music events coming through town soon, not every musical act is listed below. Be sure to double check with the venue before purchasing tickets. If we missed a good one, let us know here.
Upcoming Concerts in Columbus and Central Ohio
Barry Manilow The Last Columbus Concert
Sun, Aug 2 • 7:00 pm
Nationwide Arena • 200 West Nationwide Boulevard Columbus, 43215
Other
Who’s Bad (Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience)
Fri, Mar 13 • 7:00 pm
Bluestone • 583 East Broad Street Columbus, 43215
Other
Friday Coffee Dress – Rachmaninoff 3
Fri, Mar 13 • 10:00 am
Ohio Theatre • 39 East State Street Columbus, 43215
Other
Zara Larsson: Midnight Sun Tour 2026
Sat, Mar 21 • 7:00 pm
Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215
Other
Natalie Jane: the world i didn’t want world tour
Sun, Mar 15 • 6:00 pm
Newport Music Hall • 1722 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Moonchild: Waves Tour
Tue, Mar 17 • 7:00 pm
Newport Music Hall • 1722 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
CIRCLE JERKS & GORILLA BISCUITS
Fri, Mar 27 • 7:00 pm
Newport Music Hall • 1722 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Midnight Til Morning – World Tour 2026
Tue, Mar 31 • 7:00 pm
Newport Music Hall • 1722 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
2026 Soirée Benefit & Concert featuring Samara Joy
Mon, Mar 23 • 7:30 pm
Southern Theater • 21 East Main Street Columbus, 43215
Other
Hotter Than That
Fri, Mar 20 - Sun, Mar 22 • Times Vary
Southern Theater • 21 East Main Street Columbus, 43215
Other
Shostakovich 8
Fri, Mar 27 - Sat, Mar 28 • 7:30 pm
Ohio Theatre • 39 East State Street Columbus, 43215
Other
JOURNEY – FINAL FRONTIER TOUR 2026
Mon, Mar 16 • 7:30 pm
Nationwide Arena • 200 West Nationwide Boulevard Columbus, 43215
Other
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