Best Things To Do This Week

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Written by Step Out Columbus

Published on July 22, 2024
Photo courtesy of The Ohio State University Marching Band on Facebook

Here are the best things to do this week in Columbus as chosen by Step Out Columbus’ editors. This list includes the best things to do including live music, festivals, theater, concerts, sports, nightlife, and more. Love knowing what’s going on in Columbus? Be the first to know everything from the best new restaurants to the hottest events – subscribe to our free email newsletter!

Please check with venues & event organizers to confirm time and schedule updates, as things may have changed since publishing!

Things to Do

extreme circus

Sat, Jul 27 - Sun, Aug 18 • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Polaris Fashion Place • 1500 Polaris Pkwy Columbus, 43240

North

Extreme Circus at Polaris Fashion Place (located in the Valet Parking Lot space) COLUMBUS OH  JULY 25 – AUGUST 18, 2024
 EXTREME ...

Things to Do

Ohio Village 50th Anniversary Celebration – Founders Day

Sat, Jul 27 • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Ohio Village • 800 East 17th Avenue Columbus, OH 43211

Central

Event included with Ohio State Fair admission, available at State Fair entrances or at the Ohio History Center museum entrance Celebrate Ohio Village's ...

Things to Do

Ohio History at the Ohio State Fair

Sat, Jul 27 - Sun, Aug 4 • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Ohio History Center • 800 E. 17th Ave. Columbus, 43211

Central

Stop by and see Ohio Village and the Ohio History Center during the State Fair! Both sites will be open daily from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. State Fair attendees ...

Things to Do

Ohio State Fair 2024

Sat, Jul 27 - Sun, Aug 4 • 10:00 am - ?

Ohio Expo Center – Fair Grounds • 717 E 17th Ave Columbus, 43211

Central

Discover the Ohio State Fair, a favorite family tradition since 1850! Come for the Midway, featuring exhilarating rides, and unleash all the fair flavors ...

Things to Do

Zoar Antiques Show

Sat, Jul 27 - Sun, Jul 28 • Times Vary

Zoar Village • 198 Main Street Zoar, OH

Other

Visit Historic Zoar Village during its annual Antiques Show where visitors can shop from high quality artisans and antique dealers, enjoy the juried craft ...

Exhibit

Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition

Sat, Jul 27 - Tue, Sep 24 • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

COSI – Center of Science and Industry • 333 West Broad St. Columbus, 43215

Central

Your Ticket Aboard Titanic Awaits. Experience the wonder and tragedy of the world's most famous ocean-liner, Titanic. Viewed by more than 25 million ...

Things to Do

Weekend Open Kayaking & Paddleboarding

Sat, Jul 27 +more dates • 11:30 am - 4:00 pm

Admission starts at: $20

Get Out Adventures • 6000 Harriott Rd Powell, 43065

North

Weekend Open Kayaking & Paddleboarding 100% of the kayak experience fee benefits Adaptive Sports Connection, an organization ...

Things to Do

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party

Sat, Jul 27 +more dates • 12:30 pm - ?

Admission starts at: $25.50

Nationwide Arena • 200 W Nationwide Blvd Columbus, 43215

Central

The popular family entertainment tour brings audiences the only opportunity to watch their favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks - Mega Wrex™, Tiger Shark™, ...

Arts & Crafts

Throwing Experience

Sat, Jul 27 +more dates • 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Admission starts at: $55

Kiln room • 2050 S High St Columbus, OH 43207

Central

Come and give wheel throwing a try! This evening engagement gives you a chance to experience throwing for yourself, overseen by our experienced ...

Nightlife Events

Columbus Summer Classic (Soul Fest)

Sat, Jul 27 • 6:00 pm - ?

Gravity Experience Park • 98 McDowell St. Columbus, OH 43215

Central

This Coachella-inspired event features a vibrant blend of rap (new and old), afrobeats, and R&B. Enjoy performances from three fantastic DJs: DJ Durl ...

Things to Do

Ghost Army SPY NIGHT at the Museum

Sat, Jul 27 • 6:00 pm - ?

National Veterans Memorial and Museum • 300 West Broad Street Columbus, 43215

Central

Ghost Army SPY NIGHT at the Museum Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with top-secret operations that will test your stealth and cunning. As ...

Things to Do

Twilight Paddles

Sat, Jul 27 • 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Admission starts at: $50

Get Out Adventures • 6000 Harriott Rd Powell, 43065

North

Twilight Paddles Experience breathtaking views and witness the sunset like never before. This paddle is perfect for people who love watching ...

Comedy Events

Brett Goldstein: The Second Best Night of Your Life

Sat, Jul 27 • 7:00 pm - ?

Admission starts at: $79.50

Ohio Theatre • 39 E State St Columbus, 43215

Central

Brett Goldstein—a breakthrough British creative force on and offscreen — has emerged as one of Hollywood’s most sought-after multihyphenates. He ...

Dance Performance

New Albany Dance Festival

Sat, Jul 27 • 7:00 pm - ?

Admission starts at: $11

Hinson Amphitheatre • 170 E. Dublin Granville Rd. New Albany, 43054

Northeast

The third annual NEW ALBANY DANCE FESTIVAL will be held July 26-28, 2024. Friday, July 26 at 7 pm: New Albany Dance Festival Concert Show Description: ...

Live Music

Hobo Johnson & The Lovemakers

Sat, Jul 27 • 7:00 pm - ?

Admission starts at: $30

Newport Music Hall • 1722 N High St Columbus, 43201

Central

hj drinks tour HOBO JOHNSON & THE LOVEMAKERS Ages: All Ages
Doors Open: 07:00PM The ticket purchase limit is 6 for this event. ...

Live Music

Boyz II Men with guest comedian Preacher Lawson

Sat, Jul 27 • 7:00 pm - ?

Admission starts at: $38

Ohio Expo Center – Fair Grounds • 717 E 17th Ave Columbus, 43211

Central

Don't miss Boyz II Men with guest comedian Preacher Lawson at the Ohio State Fair! ...

Sporting Event

Columbus Clippers vs. Memphis Redbirds

Sat, Jul 27 - Sun, Jul 28 • Times Vary

Admission starts at: $8

Huntington Park • 330 Huntington Park Ln Columbus, 43215

Central

Columbus Clippers vs. Memphis Redbirds ...

Nightlife Events

Brews + Crew

Sat, Jul 27 • 7:30 pm - ?

Budd Dairy Food Hall • 1086 N 4th St Columbus, 43201

Central

Brews + Crew ...

Live Music

The Ohio State University Marching Band

Sat, Jul 27 • 8:00 pm - ?

Columbus Commons • 160 S High St Columbus, 43215

Central

Stuart Chafetz & Dr. Christopher Hoch, Conductor Nationwide Picnic with the Pops wouldn’t be the same without the long tradition of welcoming The ...

Sporting Event

Leagues Cup Showcase vs. Aston Villa

Sat, Jul 27 • 8:00 pm - ?

Admission starts at: $50

Lower.com Field • 96 Columbus Crew Way Columbus, 43215

Central

The Black & Gold’s Leagues Cup Showcase match against Villa is part of an exciting summer stretch further showcasing that Columbus is a Soccer City. ...

Things to Do

Wellness by the Water​

Sun, Jul 28 +more dates • 9:00 am - 11:15 am

Admission starts at: $50

Get Out Adventures • 6000 Harriott Rd Powell, 43065

North

NEW IN 2024! Wellness by the Water​ Rise and shine, fitness enthusiasts! Get ready to kickstart your day with a burst of energy! ...

Live Music

The Whiles * Goodale Park Music Series

Sun, Jul 28 • 12:30 pm - ?

Goodale Park • 120 W Goodale St Columbus, 43215

Central

Join us at the Goodale Park Gazebo for our third concert of the music series with The Whiles, this long-running indie band, that was once a constant presence ...

Dance Performance

New Albany Dance Festival

Sun, Jul 28 • 1:00 pm - ?

Admission starts at: $5

McCoy Center for the Arts • 100 W Dublin Granville Rd New Albany, 43054

Northeast

The third annual NEW ALBANY DANCE FESTIVAL will be held July 26-28, 2024. Friday, July 26 at 7 pm: New Albany Dance Festival Concert Show Description: ...

Nightlife Events

FORNITE SUNDAYS

Sun, Jul 28 • 4:20 pm - 11:45 am

Half Baked • 765 N. HIGH STREET SHORT NORTH Columbus, 43215

Central

Get a Battle Royale, Get a Free Drink. All Nite Specials:
$2 Broke Boi Beers ...

Things to Do

LaBlast Fitness Partner-Free Dance Party

Sun, Jul 28 • 5:00 pm - ?

Crystal Ballroom Dance Center • 402 East Wilson Bridge Rd. Worthington, 43085

North

LaBlast® is a 45-minute follow along dance party! This partner-free ballroom dance party is designed to help you tone your body, increase cardiovascular ...

Live Music

Still Woozy – Loveseat Tour

Sun, Jul 28 • 6:00 pm - ?

Admission starts at: $49.50

Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Ave Columbus, 43215

Central

Loveseat Tour STILL WOOZY
MICHELLE Ages: All Ages
Doors Open: 06:00PM The ticket purchase limit is 6 for ...

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