Here are the best things to do this weekend in Columbus as chosen by Step Out Columbus’ editors. This list includes the best things to do including live music, festivals, happy hours, comedy shows, theater, concerts, sports, nightlife, parties and more. Love knowing what’s going on in Columbus? Be the first to know everything from the best new restaurants to the coolest events – subscribe to our free email newsletter!
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FREE BOXING CLASS at NEIGHBORHOOD BOXING CLUB!!
Sat, Jan 3 +more dates • 12:30 pm
NEIGHBORHOOD BOXING CLUB • 6124 Busch Blvd Suite E Suite E Columbus, OH 43229
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Tacita Dean: Blind Folly
Sat, Jan 3 - Sun, Feb 1 • All Day
Columbus Museum of Art • 480 East Broad Street Columbus, 43215
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Nina West Drag Brunch – Charlie’s Stage
Sat, Jan 3 • 1:30 pm
Admission starts at: $25Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212
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Blue Jackets vs. Buffalo Sabres
Sat, Jan 3 • 3:00 pm
Nationwide Arena • 200 West Nationwide Boulevard Columbus, 43215
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SWINGIN’ N SHAKIN’ WITH WHIRLYBIRDS – Charlie’s Stage – Free Happening Hour Show
Sat, Jan 3 • 5:00 pm
Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212
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Wildlights 2025
Sat, Jan 3 - Sun, Jan 4 • Times Vary
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium • 4850 Powell Rd Powell, 43065
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Robert Mason
Sat, Jan 3 • 5:30 pm
Admission starts at: $10Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215
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Damon Williams
Sat, Jan 3 • 6:30 pm
Admission starts at: $22Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
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The Moonbats play The Doors – Music Hall Stage
Sat, Jan 3 • 8:00 pm
Admission starts at: $20Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212
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Nina West Drag Brunch – Charlie’s Stage
Sun, Jan 4 • 1:30 pm
Admission starts at: $25Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212
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Ohio State Buckeyes Womens Basketball vs. Rutgers University
Sun, Jan 4 • 2:00 pm
Schottenstein Center • 555 Borror Drive Columbus, 43210
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Blue Jackets vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
Sun, Jan 4 • 3:00 pm
Nationwide Arena • 200 West Nationwide Boulevard Columbus, 43215
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Bobby Floyd Trio – Charlie’s Stage – Free Happening Hour Show
Sun, Jan 4 • 5:00 pm
Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212
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Brian & Ellisa Coston: Gospel Soul Series – Music Hall Stage
Sun, Jan 4 • 6:00 pm
Admission starts at: $20Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212
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