Guide to Live Music This Month & Beyond in Columbus & Central OH

City Guide, Event, Live Music, Nightlife, Things to Do, Visit Columbus

Written by Step Out Columbus

Published on December 1, 2023

Photo by Steven Sanchez via Facebook

Looking to attend some live music events in town? We’ve got the guide for you! This ultimate guide to live music includes everything from your favorite local tavern to touring acts at KEMBA Live! That’s right — every genre at every music venue across the region. Plus, with events starting as low as $0, there’s truly something for everyone out there. Grab your groupies and mark your calendars for the full line up of music this month and beyond in Columbus & Central OH:

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Side Eye w/ Jordan Steinbrook

Fri, Apr 24 • 5:00 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Side-Eye with Jordan Steinbrook is an elevated, modern Jazz, Funk-fusion based Quartet from Columbus, OH. Our group is heavily influenced by the works ...

Tyler Fairburn

Fri, Apr 24 - Sat, Apr 25 • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Hofbrauhaus Columbus • 800 Goodale Boulevard Columbus, 43212

Other

Tyler Fairburn ...

Happy Hour w/ Brahctopus

Fri, Apr 24 • 6:00 pm

Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Happy Hour w/ Brahctopus at Woodlands Tavern ...

FRC

Fri, Apr 24 • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Giammarco’s Italian Restaurant • 6030 Chandler Court Westerville, 43082

Other

FRC ...

Will Freed

Fri, Apr 24 • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Edison Brewing Company • 785 Science Blvd Gahanna, 43230

Other

Will Freed ...

Twiztid

Fri, Apr 24 • 6:30 pm

The KING of CLUBS • 6252 Busch Blvd Columbus, 43229

Other

The King of Clubs Presents: Twiztid Doors at 6:30PM - All ages with adult Please note that tickets are $5 more the day of show. ...

TPR. Presents Strings & Heart – Plastic Wine Tour Pt. III

Fri, Apr 24 • 6:45 pm

A&R Music Bar • 391 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

TPR. Presents
Plastic Wine Tour Pt. III STRINGS + HEART
gracie FRI, 24 APR 2026 at 07:30PM EDT
Ages: All Ages
Doors Open: 06:45PM ...

Player’s Club

Fri, Apr 24 • 7:00 pm

The Point On Main • 1192 Noe Bixby Rd Columbus, OH 43213

Other

Happy Hour 11am-7pm ...

Water From Your Eyes

Fri, Apr 24 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $25.77

Ace of Cups • 2619 North High Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Water From Your Eyes Big Fat Head All Ages Doors 7p ...

Octave Cat w/ Act Casual

Fri, Apr 24 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $25.89

Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Octave Cat is a trio of Eli Winderman(Dopapod-keyboards),JesseMiller(Lotus–bass/modularsynth) and CharliePatierno (drums). The music ranges from stripped ...

Tony Hagood Trio

Fri, Apr 24 • 7:15 pm

Admission starts at: $30

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $30 Showtimes: 7:15 - 8:45 (Doors Open 6:45) 9:30 - 11:00 (Doors Open 9:00) Tony Hagood is a celebrated and in-demand pianist, composer, ...

Great Artist Gala – Renée Fleming

Fri, Apr 24 • 7:30 pm

McCoy Center for the Arts • 100 East Dublin Granville Road New Albany, 43054

Other

Superstar vocalist Renée Fleming transforms the McCoy stage into a breathtaking soundscape in “Voice of Nature: The Anthropocene,” inspired by her ...

Space Kid w/ Laughing Chimes & Smug Bros

Fri, Apr 24 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Space Kid w/ Laughing Chimes & Smug Bros ...

Honey and Blue

Fri, Apr 24 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $18

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Honey & Blue are back! Two nights. One stage. The full Honey & Blue experience. Don’t miss the beloved soul-pop group as they return to Natalie’s ...

Columbus Soul and Salvage at Natalie’s Grandview

Fri, Apr 24 • 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Admission starts at: $15

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Please join Columbus Soul and Salvage as we make our debut at Natalies Grandview! Doors at 8pm, show at 830. Facebook Event Columbus Soul and Salvage ...

Don Norman

Fri, Apr 24 • 8:00 pm

India Oak Grill • 590 Oakland Park Avenue Columbus, 43214

Other

Don Norman ...

Columbus Soul & Salvage

Fri, Apr 24 • 8:30 pm

Admission starts at: $15

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Horns! Vocals! Rhythm! Columbus Soul and Salvage is a throwback to classic Soul inspired music with some modern twists, they will get you on your feet! Food ...

Deluxe Suite

Fri, Apr 24 • 8:30 pm

Admission starts at: $5

Fenders • 8333 Market Exchange Dr Westerville, 43081

Other

$5 COVER Join us for music from Columbus’ own Deluxe Suite! The cover band that brings the party! We offer plenty of room on the dance floor and service ...

Big Tigers Kung Fu

Sat, Apr 25 +more dates • 10:45 am - 11:30 am

Schiller Park • 1069 Jaeger Street Columbus, 43206

Other

Must have Leisure card and scan in. Obtain Leisure cards from the front desk. Big Tigers Kung Fu. Southern Chinese Martial Arts and Lion Dance. Cannot ...

Swingin’ N Shakin’ with Whirlybirds

Sat, Apr 25 • 5:00 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Join in the fun every Saturday at Natalie’s Grandview for Swingin’ n Shakin’ with Whirlybirds on Charlie’s Stage and enjoy FREE admission (tips ...

Luke Combs

Sat, Apr 25 • 5:20 pm

Ohio Stadium • 555 Borror Drive Columbus, 43210

Other

Global superstar Luke Combs returns to the road this spring with his massive “My Kinda Saturday Night Tour,” playing in-the-round at Ohio Stadium. Special ...

Lorenzo Monk Quartet

Sat, Apr 25 • 5:30 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

"Power Hour" Show: $10 Showtime: 5:30-6:30 (Doors Open 5:00) Lorenzo Monk is a Jazz pianist based out of Columbus Ohio. His education includes a ...

Rich Byrnes

Sat, Apr 25 • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Giammarco’s Italian Restaurant • 6030 Chandler Court Westerville, 43082

Other

Rich Byrnes ...

Shawn Price

Sat, Apr 25 • 6:00 pm

Edison Brewing Company • 785 Science Blvd Gahanna, 43230

Other

Shawn Price ...

Kendall Street Company

Sat, Apr 25 • 7:00 pm

Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Kendall Street Company at Woodlands Tavern ...

The Congressmen, Domvrse

Sat, Apr 25 • 7:00 pm

The Spacebar • 2590 N High St Columbus, 43202

Other

The Congressmen, Domvrse ...

Randy Mather Quartet

Sat, Apr 25 • 7:15 pm

Admission starts at: $30

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $30 Showtimes: 7:15-8:45 (Doors Open 6:45) 9:30 - 11:00 (Doors Open 9:00) Saxophonist Randy Mather has toured throughout Europe and the U.S. ...

La Traviata

Sat, Apr 25 - Sun, Apr 26 • Times Vary

Ohio Theatre • 39 East State Street Columbus, 43215

Other

In a co-production with the Columbus Symphony Orchestra, CAPA and Opera Columbus. Composed by Giuseppe Verdi and inspired by Alexandre Dumas Fils’s ...

Bug Hounds

Sat, Apr 25 • 8:00 pm

India Oak Grill • 590 Oakland Park Avenue Columbus, 43214

Other

Bug Hounds ...

Chicago Farmer and the Fieldnotes

Sat, Apr 25 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $20

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Join us for an unforgettable album release show as Chicago Farmer (Cody Diekhoff) celebrates his newest record Homeaid with his full band, The Fieldnotes. ...

Vamp Village featuring Alexis Thomas & Courtney Hale

Sat, Apr 25 • 8:30 pm

Admission starts at: $25

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Based out of Columbus, OH Vamp Village is a trio that can transform any song into a great vibe that the crowd can hear and feel. They have the musical ...

Three Ton Toad

Sat, Apr 25 • 8:30 pm

Admission starts at: $5

Fenders • 8333 Market Exchange Dr Westerville, 43081

Other

$5 COVER THREE TON TOAD has become one of Columbus' premier party bands. What makes us different? It's simple...We rock, and we bring a good time! We ...

Vacation Manor w/ Rhineland

Sat, Apr 25 • 9:00 pm

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202

Other

Brought to you by Celebrity Etc presents
DOORS - 8pm
SHOW - 9pm ADV TIX - $20
DOOR - $25 Tix available at Used Kids Records, Magnolia ...

Green Columbus Earth Day Celebration 2026

Sun, Apr 26 • 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Free

Scioto Audubon Metro Park • 400 West Whittier Street Columbus, 43215

Other

Join Green Columbus for the largest Earth Day Celebration in Central Ohio, a free, family-friendly, zero-waste tradition for more than a decade. Enjoy ...

Counterpoints

Sun, Apr 26 • 3:00 pm

Wexner Center for the Arts • 1871 North High Street Columbus, 43210

Other

Experience our spring exhibitions through a new lens at this compelling performance by Ohio State students. Our Counterpoints ...

Repertory Orchestra Concert

Sun, Apr 26 • 3:00 pm

OSU Weigel Auditorium • 1866 College Road North Columbus, 43210

Other

Dr. Mark Sholl and Dr. Jim Bates, conductors Join the Columbus Symphony Youth Orchestras Repertory Orchestra for a concert with free admission. Repertoire ...

Dave Sabatka

Sun, Apr 26 • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Hofbrauhaus Columbus • 800 Goodale Boulevard Columbus, 43212

Other

Dave Sabatka ...

Ana Popovic

Sun, Apr 26 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $45

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

The award-winning, hard-touring, guitar slinger blends smoking electric funk and slide guitar, jazzy instrumentals and a tight blues groove with soulful, ...

SIRENS OF SPRING TOUR

Sun, Apr 26 • 7:30 pm

Eldorado’s • 4968 N High St Columbus, 43214

Other

True to its name, the SIRENS OF SPRING TOUR showcases women whose voices captivate with enchanting sweetness and power. Listeners will be treated to a ...

Sabrina Tutstone: Soul Sunday

Sun, Apr 26 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $25

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

The Soul Series hosted by Debra James Tucker continues with Sabrina Tutstone, an accomplished vocalist, songwriter, and mentor known for her versatile ...

Demi Lovato: It’s Not That Deep Tour

Mon, Apr 27 • 8:00 pm

Nationwide Arena • 200 West Nationwide Boulevard Columbus, 43215

Other

Demi Lovato is a GRAMMY-nominated and award-winning musician, actor and New York Times best-selling author. She was first known for her onscreen talents, ...

AJ Angelo

Tue, Apr 28 • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Giammarco’s Italian Restaurant • 6030 Chandler Court Westerville, 43082

Other

AJ Angelo ...

Ben Maloney Quartet

Tue, Apr 28 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $10 Showtimes: 6:00 - 7:30 (Doors Open 5:30) 8:15 - 9:45 (Doors Open 7:45) Jake Smith - saxophone Ben Maloney - piano Bradley Mellen - ...

NECROT

Tue, Apr 28 • 7:00 pm

Ace of Cups • 2619 North High Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Used Kids Records
Starwood Presents NECROT
with
Abyssal Rift
and Flesher
...

Echo Pilot, 5 Dollar Club, NEIL

Tue, Apr 28 • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

The Spacebar • 2590 N High St Columbus, 43202

Other

Echo Pilot, 5 Dollar Club, NEIL @ Spacebar 4/28 - 2590 N High St, Columbus OH - 7pm Doors, $10/$15, 18+ ...

Wildflower Wonders

Tue, Apr 28 • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Admission starts at: $35

Pinot's Palette Short North • 691 N High St Columbus, OH 43215

Other

Easy to get lost in this feild of flowers! By purchasing your seats, you confirm agreement with the following policies. DIY Candle Add-On Enhance ...

Fantastic Cat with Michaela Anne

Tue, Apr 28 • 7:30 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Hailed by Rolling Stone as “the supergroup you need to know,” Fantastic Cat emerged to broad critical acclaim with the release of their irreverent ...

Blues & Beyond: The Lucky Losers

Wed, Apr 29 • 5:00 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Natalie’s, with support from the Columbus Blues Alliance (CBA), presents Blues & Beyond Happening Hour. This weekly Wednesday series will include ...

Brian Day

Wed, Apr 29 • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Giammarco’s Italian Restaurant • 6030 Chandler Court Westerville, 43082

Other

Brian Day ...

Happy Hour w/ Maddie Huwe

Wed, Apr 29 • 6:00 pm

Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Maddie Huwe is a singer/songwriter based out of Columbus, Ohio. Her sound draws from blues, jazz, rock, indie, and folk music. Through her powerhouse vocals ...

Ria Blaq

Wed, Apr 29 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $10 Showtimes: 6:00 - 7:30 (Doors Open 5:30) 8:15 - 9:45 (Doors Open 7:45) ...

Big Something w/ Big Blitz

Wed, Apr 29 • 7:00 pm

The Summit Music Hall • 2210 Summit Street Columbus, 43201

Other

Weird Wednesday! BIG Something with Big Blitz at The Summit Music Hall ...

The Hip Snacks

Wed, Apr 29 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $19.73

Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

The Hip Snacks at Woodlands Tavern Wed April 29, 2026 7:00 PM All Ages ...

Hellroys with Roberto Escamilla

Wed, Apr 29 • 7:30 pm

Admission starts at: $12

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

The Hellroys got their start with the 2014 release “Dumb Country Noise (Remastered).” Cunningly crafted country comedy like “Wedding at Walmart,” ...

Stories at the Center: Author Eric Gnezda in Conversation with Alec Wightman

Wed, Apr 29 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $15

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Enjoy conversation, food, and drink beginning at 7:30 pm when doors open at Natalie’s to celebrate the book launch of award-winning singer-songwriter Eric ...

New Standard Soul Jam

Wed, Apr 29 +more dates • 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

New Standard Soul Jam
Free Event at 8, sign up at 7:30
A weekly evening of great music, improvisation and a true local Columbus jam. Bring an ...

Il Volo In Concert

Wed, Apr 29 • 8:00 pm

Palace Theatre • 34 West Broad Street Columbus, 43215

Other

Il Volo returns to the United States with a brand-new concert experience crafted for their 2026 World Tour. Produced by Gelb Productions—the team behind ...

Kenn Kaplan

Wed, Apr 29 • 8:30 pm

Fenders • 8333 Market Exchange Dr Westerville, 43081

Other

My name is Kenn, Keys and Vox from Analog Youth. This is my solo acoustic music act at Fenders. https://www.facebook.com/kennkaplanmusic/ Drink specials ...

Sad Boyz

Wed, Apr 29 • 9:00 pm

Ace of Cups • 2619 North High Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Back to our regularly scheduled Sad Boyz April 29th Ace of Cups Sing and dance with your Myspace Top 8 Scream and mosh to your fav emo, screamo, ...

He Is Legend

Thu, Apr 30 • 6:00 pm

The KING of CLUBS • 6252 Busch Blvd Columbus, 43229

Other

The King of Clubs Presents: He Is Legend - Suck Out the Poison 20th Anniversary Tour A Lot Like Birds Softspoken Doors at 6:00PM - All ages ...

Daniel Bell

Thu, Apr 30 • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Giammarco’s Italian Restaurant • 6030 Chandler Court Westerville, 43082

Other

Daniel Bell ...

Katy Nichole, Claire Leslie: Honest Conversations Tour

Thu, Apr 30 • 6:00 pm

Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

The Honest Conversations Tour isn’t about pretending you have it all together - it’s about showing up as you are. Katy Nichole brings songs like her ...

Happy Hour w/ Matt Steidle & That’s The Breaks

Thu, Apr 30 • 6:00 pm

Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

THAT’S THE BREAKS FUNK - ROCK - SOUL POWERHOUSE DUO ...

Bradley Mellen

Thu, Apr 30 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $10 Showtimes: 6:00 - 7:30 (Doors Open 5:30) 8:15 - 9:45 (Doors Open 7:45) ...

McCloud and Company

Thu, Apr 30 • 6:00 pm

The Point On Main • 1192 Noe Bixby Rd Columbus, OH 43213

Other

Happy Hour 11am-7pm ...

John Gallagher Jr. w/ Hannah Winkler

Thu, Apr 30 • 7:00 pm

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202

Other

Brought to you by Celebrity Etc presents
DOORS - 6:30pm
SHOW - 7:00pm ...

Slomosa

Thu, Apr 30 • 7:00 pm

A&R Music Bar • 391 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

SLOMOSA THU, 30 APR 2026 at 08:00PM EDT
Ages: All Ages
Doors Open: 07:00PM ...

John McCutcheon

Thu, Apr 30 • 7:30 pm

Admission starts at: $30

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

No one remembers when the neighbors started calling the McCutcheons to complain about the loud singing from young John’s bedroom. It didn’t seem ...

Coast to Coast Tour: Colin James, Matt Andersen, & Terra Lightfoot

Thu, Apr 30 • 7:30 pm

Lincoln Theatre • 769 East Long Street Columbus, 43203

Other

Friends and fellow musicians Colin James, Matt Andersen and Terra Lightfoot unite for an 18-city US Spring 2026 cross-country tour celebrating both the ...

Dan Rodriguez

Thu, Apr 30 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $20

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Hi, I’m Dan. I’m a whiskey & beer drinking, fishing & hunting loving, motorcycle riding, quality food eating, hippie sympathizing, hobby ...

We The Sound radio

Fri, May 1 • 5:00 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

theCOMINGHOME presents a genre-bending sonic experience exploring the edges of Jazz, Soul, Funk, Hip-Hop, Alt, and World music. We The Sound radio is ...

Paul Strawser Quartet

Fri, May 1 • 5:30 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

“Power Hour” Show: $10 Showtime: 5:30-6:30 (Doors Open 5:00) Paul Strawser - piano Bryan Olsheski - saxophone George DeLancey - bass Reggie ...

Matt Corman & Ollie Joseph w/ Adam Yokum – Happy Hour Concert

Fri, May 1 • 5:30 pm

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202

Other

Brought to you by Celebrity Etc presents
DOORS - 5:00pm
SHOW - 5:30pm ADV TIX - $16
DOOR ...

Scottie G

Fri, May 1 • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Hofbrauhaus Columbus • 800 Goodale Boulevard Columbus, 43212

Other

Scottie G ...

Happy Hour w/ Jovial Flow

Fri, May 1 • 6:00 pm

Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

It's been a while... anyone feel like jamming again? The answer was a resounding YES! So, here we are in 2025 and the original band is back together, 20 ...

Joey Hebdo

Fri, May 1 • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Edison Brewing Company • 785 Science Blvd Gahanna, 43230

Other

Joey Hebdo ...

Clay Beechy with Matt Gray & Risk Kishk

Fri, May 1 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $9.16

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Clay Beechy with Matt Gray & Risk Kishk
Doors at 5 ...

Joey Aich & The Head Band

Fri, May 1 • 7:00 pm

Ace of Cups • 2619 North High Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Ace of Cups presents: Joey Aich & The Head Band with special guests GRANDACE, CHRIS. and KMB Doors 7 PM, Music 8 PM 18+ / $15 ADV / $20 DOS ...

Uli Jon Roth

Fri, May 1 • 7:00 pm

The KING of CLUBS • 6252 Busch Blvd Columbus, 43229

Other

TKOC Presents:
Uli Jon Roth An evening with Uli Jon Roth showcasing his full body of work over the last 5+ decades in a rare tour experience you ...

Echo Pilot, 5 Dollar Club, NEIL

Tue, Apr 28 • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

The Spacebar • 2590 N High St Columbus, 43202

Other

Echo Pilot, 5 Dollar Club, NEIL @ Spacebar 4/28 - 2590 N High St, Columbus OH - 7pm Doors, $10/$15, 18+ ...

West 22nd

Fri, May 1 • 7:00 pm

A&R Music Bar • 391 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

The To Be or Not To Be Tour WEST 22ND FRI, 1 MAY 2026 at 08:00PM EDT
Ages: All Ages
Doors Open: 07:00PM ...

The Loren Lounge

Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 3 • Times Vary

Southern Theater • 21 East Main Street Columbus, 43215

Other

Paul Loren is a man of many vocal stylings: from Sinatra to McCartney to his own original sound, his spring finale performance with the CJO is not to be ...

Pete Mills Quartet

Fri, May 1 • 7:15 pm

Admission starts at: $30

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $30 Showtimes: 7:15-8:45 (Doors Open 6:45) 9:30 - 11:00 (Doors Open 9:00) A native of Toronto Canada, saxophonist and composer Pete Mills’ ...

Fuse Fest 2026: May 2026 Frequency Fridays

Fri, May 1 • 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Admission starts at: $10

The Old First Presbyterian Church • 1101 Bryden Road Columbus, OH 43205

Other

Kicking off a month of Fuse Fest 2026 on the evening of Friday, May 1st, we are thrilled and delighted to feature hybrid media artist Paul Catanese (NYC), ...

Orff: Triumph of Aphrodite

Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 2 • 7:30 pm

Ohio Theatre • 39 East State Street Columbus, 43215

Other

Rossen Milanov, conductor Aubry Ballarò, soprano Nicholas Nestorak, tenor Hugh Russell, baritone Columbus Symphony Chorus Stephen Caracciolo, chorus ...

Tommy Castro & the Painkillers

Fri, May 1 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $40

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Tommy Castro & The Painkillers – Multiple award-winning guitarist, vocalist, and bandleader Tommy Castro is a California-based blues and rock powerhouse. ...

The Slang with No Key Fits & Lou Mercy

Fri, May 1 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

The Slang with No Key Fits & Lou Mercy
Doors at 8 ...

Harmonic Barbarians

Fri, May 1 • 8:00 pm

India Oak Grill • 590 Oakland Park Avenue Columbus, 43214

Other

Harmonic Barbarians ...

The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight

Fri, May 1 • 8:00 pm

Palace Theatre • 34 West Broad Street Columbus, 43215

Other

The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight is a band of classical musicians from the United Kingdom who transform rock and metal songs into dark symphonies. The ...

The Jon Cross Band

Fri, May 1 • 8:30 pm

Admission starts at: $5

Fenders • 8333 Market Exchange Dr Westerville, 43081

Other

$5 COVER Playing today’s country hits and 90’s country favorites!! We rock hard to be Central Ohio’s favorite country party band ...

Yachtopia’s Live Band Yacht Rock Party!

Fri, May 1 • 9:00 pm

Admission starts at: $18.95

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202

Other

Ohio's best live band Yacht Rock Party! 8:30pm doors ...

Swingin’ N Shakin’ with Whirlybirds

Sat, May 2 • 5:00 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Join in the fun every Saturday at Natalie’s Grandview with Whirlybirds for Swing & Wings on Charlie’s Stage and enjoy chicken wing specials with ...

Robert Mason

Sat, May 2 • 5:30 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

“Power Hour” Show: $10 Showtime: 5:30-6:30 (Doors Open 5:00) Robert Mason is a pianist, teacher, and organist from Columbus, Ohio. His personal ...

Tyler Fairburn

Sat, May 2 +more dates • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Hofbrauhaus Columbus • 800 Goodale Boulevard Columbus, 43212

Other

Tyler Fairburn ...

Dropout Kings: Yokai North American Tour

Sat, May 2 • 6:00 pm

The Summit Music Hall • 2210 Summit Street Columbus, 43201

Other

The Congregation presents: Dropout Kings: Yokai North American Tour SUPPORTING ACTS: Kent Osborne Lost In Separation DOORS: 6:00 ...

That Handsome Devil

Sat, May 2 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $25.77

Ace of Cups • 2619 North High Street Columbus, 43202

Other

That Handsome Devil Human Zoo Doors 6p All Ages ...

Bumpin Uglies & Ballyhoo!

Sat, May 2 • 6:30 pm

Newport Music Hall • 1722 North High Street Columbus, 43201

Other

Bumpin Uglies & Ballyhoo!
Bumpin Uglies, Ballyhoo!
Newport Music Hall Columbus, OH
May 2 Saturday
6:30PM Doors Open
On Sale ...

Punch Drunk

Sat, May 2 • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Edison Brewing Company • 785 Science Blvd Gahanna, 43230

Other

Punch Drunk Live at Edison Brewing Company ...

Chirp w/ Mr. Please & BADE

Sat, May 2 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $19.73

Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Chirp w/ Mr. Please & BADE ...

MARIS

Sat, May 2 • 7:00 pm

A&R Music Bar • 391 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Maris Goes To College: The Tour MARIS SAT, 2 MAY 2026 at 08:00PM EDT
Ages: All Ages
Doors Open: 07:00PM ...

NoW Trio

Sat, May 2 • 7:15 pm

Admission starts at: $30

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $30 Showtimes: 7:15 - 8:45 (Doors Open 6:45) 9:30 - 11:00 (Doors Open 9:00) ...

Joan Shelley

Sat, May 2 • 7:30 pm

Stuart’s Opera House • 52 Public Square Nelsonville, 45764

Other

Grace Rogers will open the show. Doors at 6:30 pm. Music starts at 7:30 pm. - The Stuart’s Opera House Lobby entrance is at sidewalk level and wheelchair ...

732 Electric Duo

Sat, May 2 • 8:00 pm

India Oak Grill • 590 Oakland Park Avenue Columbus, 43214

Other

732 Electric Duo ...

The Cordial Sins w/ Superluck

Sat, May 2 • 8:00 pm

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202

Other

The Cordial Sins w/ Superluck ...

Whiskey Would

Sat, May 2 • 8:30 pm

Admission starts at: $5

Fenders • 8333 Market Exchange Dr Westerville, 43081

Other

$5 COVER The right mix of Country, Rock n Roll, and New Country Where most won't ..... Whiskey Would! ...

Hebdo

Sat, May 2 • 8:30 pm

Admission starts at: $25

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Singer-songwriter Hebdo returns to Natalie’s for a special show you won’t want to miss. Hebdo does not compromise– he commits. Replete with masterful ...

Saynt Bernard w/TBA

Sat, May 2 • 9:00 pm

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Saynt Bernard w/TBA
Doors at 8 ...

Bobby Floyd Trio

Sun, May 3 • 5:00 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Natalie’s Grandview presents Bobby Floyd performing on the classic Hammond B3 organ with his Trio on Charlie’s Stage. For this Happening Hour show, ...

Dave Sabatka

Sun, May 3 +more dates • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Hofbrauhaus Columbus • 800 Goodale Boulevard Columbus, 43212

Other

Dave Sabatka ...

Harmony: Gospel Soul Series

Sun, May 3 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $15

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

The Gospel Soul Series hosted by Debra James Tucker continues with Harmony, a dynamic singing group celebrated for their versatility across multiple styles ...

Bahamas

Sun, May 3 • 6:00 pm

A&R Music Bar • 391 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Industrial Sport & Sound BAHAMAS
Sister Ray SUN, 3 MAY 2026 at 07:00PM EDT
Ages: All Ages
Doors Open: 06:00PM ...

YUNGBLUD: IDOLS – THE WORLD TOUR

Mon, May 4 • 6:00 pm

Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

YUNGBLUD: IDOLS - THE WORLD TOUR
YUNGBLUD
KEMBA Live! Columbus, OH
May 4 Monday
6:00PM Doors Open
Outdoors – Rain or Shine
...

Gatecreeper

Mon, May 4 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $30.93

Ace of Cups • 2619 North High Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Gatecreeper Eternal Dying Remains Limb From Limb Doors 6p All ages ...

Louse w/ True Faith & Poison Door

Mon, May 4 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Louse with True Faith & Poison Door
Doors at 6pm, Music 7pm-10pm ...

The BLACK KEYS

Mon, May 4 - Tue, May 5 • 7:30 pm

Mershon Auditorium • 1871 North High Street Columbus, 43210

Other

Only OHIO stop ... Around the turn of the century in Akron, OH, two childhood friends regularly huddled around a rudimentary tape recorder ...

Squeezin & Wheezin – Mike Farrenkopf

Tue, May 5 +more dates • 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Hofbrauhaus Columbus • 800 Goodale Boulevard Columbus, 43212

Other

Squeezin & Wheezin – Mike Farrenkopf ...

Jasmine Spitzer

Tue, May 5 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $10 Showtimes: 6:00 - 7:30 (Doors Open 5:30) 8:15 - 9:45 (Doors Open 7:45) Jasmine Spitzer is a singer and songwriter whose music feels like ...

Liz Cooper

Tue, May 5 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $27.83

Ace of Cups • 2619 North High Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Liz Cooper VV Lightbody Doors 7p All Ages ...

Harlow Road w/ 901 Krueger, Normalike & Noisewall & Hollowife

Tue, May 5 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Harlow Road with 901 Krueger, Normalike & Noisewall & Hollowife
Doors at 6, Music at 7 ...

The Lemon Twigs

Tue, May 5 • 7:00 pm

A&R Music Bar • 391 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

THE LEMON TWIGS TUE, 5 MAY 2026 at 08:00PM EDT
Ages: All Ages
Doors Open: 07:00PM ...

Jake Ewald (Slaughter Beach, Dog // Modern Baseball)

Tue, May 5 • 7:30 pm

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202

Other

Jake Ewald (Slaughter Beach, Dog // Modern Baseball) ...

Blues & Beyond: Lil’ Red & The Rooster ft. Bobby Floyd & Reggie Jackson

Wed, May 6 • 5:15 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Join us for a special Blues & Beyond Happening Hour as Lil’ Red & The Rooster welcome two giants of the Columbus music scene—Bobby Floyd ...

Arankai

Wed, May 6 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $25.77

Ace of Cups • 2619 North High Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Arankai Buffalo Farm Doors 6p All ages ...

Whirlybirds

Wed, May 6 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $10 Showtimes: 6:00 - 7:30 (Doors Open 5:30) 8:15 - 9:45 (Doors Open 7:45) ...

Babes In Canyon w/ Camp Bedford

Wed, May 6 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $19.73

Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Babes In Canyon w/ Camp Bedford ...

Arcy Drive – The Pit Tour: Spring 2026

Wed, May 6 • 7:00 pm

A&R Music Bar • 391 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

The Pit Tour: Spring 2026 ARCY DRIVE WED, 6 MAY 2026 at 08:00PM EDT
Ages: All Ages
Doors Open: 07:00PM ...

Joshua Quimby and Matt Pless

Wed, May 6 • 7:30 pm

Admission starts at: $20

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Joshua Quimby Originally from small-town Connecticut, though now based in Nashville, TN (as of 2019), Joshua Quimby has made a name for himself as an ...

Wes Parker w/ Aaron Plain and Tall & Rug

Wed, May 6 • 7:30 pm

Admission starts at: $20

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202

Other

Wes Parker w/ Aaron Plain and Tall & Rug ...

Vance Gilbert

Wed, May 6 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $25

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

If Joni Mitchell and Richie Havens had a love child, with Rodney Dangerfield as the midwife, the results might be something close to the great Vance Gilbert”, ...

Sirens

Thu, May 7 • 5:30 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Natalie’s Grandview presents Sirens, featuring Kay Harris, Molly Pauken, Jeffrey Peters and Pete Cary on Charlie’s Stage. For this Happening Hour show, ...

Live music with Allison Road

Thu, May 7 • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Crooked Can • 5354 Center Street Hilliard, 43026

Other

Enjoy a great evening with Allison Road ...

Sparky

Thu, May 7 • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Edison Brewing Company • 785 Science Blvd Gahanna, 43230

Other

An Edison favorite! Our pal Sparky plays his mix of decades. ...

Mary McClendon

Thu, May 7 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $15

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $15 Showtimes: 6:00 - 7:30 (Doors Open 5:30) 8:15 - 9:45 (Doors Open 7:45) Columbus’s own, Mary McClendon, who doesn’t remember a time ...

Whirlybirds

Thu, May 7 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $10 Showtimes: 6:00 - 7:30 (Doors Open 5:30) 8:15 - 9:45 (Doors Open 7:45) ...

Devi & Liz: Violin Duo

Thu, May 7 • 6:30 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Experience the fusion of classical beauty and modern pop with Devi & Liz. We’re a dynamic pop violin duo that breathes new life into your favorite ...

Brian Dolzani w/ Eric Nassau

Thu, May 7 • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Brian Dolzani w/ Eric Nassau ...

Avery Anna

Thu, May 7 • 7:00 pm

Bluestone • 583 East Broad Street Columbus, 43215

Other

Avery Anna ...

Silkworm w/ The Kyle Sowashes

Thu, May 7 • 7:00 pm

The Spacebar • 2590 N High St Columbus, 43202

Other

Silkworm w/ The Kyle Sowashes @ Spacebar May 7, 2026 - 2590 N High St, Columbus OH - 7pm Doors, $25, 18+ - presented by distinct populace SILKWORM ...

Fox and Bones

Thu, May 7 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $19.73

Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Fox and Bones at Woodlands Tavern All Ages ...

Gathering Stars Album Release Show

Thu, May 7 • 7:30 pm

Admission starts at: $15

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Please join Gathering Stars for a special performance to celebrate their second full length album “Day In The Life” on Thursday May 7th in Natalie’s ...

Case Oats w/ Henry True

Thu, May 7 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $20

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202

Other

Case Oats w/ Henry True ...

Danny Schmidt

Thu, May 7 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $20

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Named to the Chicago Tribune’s list of the “50 Most Significant Songwriters in the Last 50 Years”, Austin, TX-based singer/songwriter Danny Schmidt ...

Kelly Delaveris

Fri, May 8 • 5:00 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Kelly Delaveris has been singing professionally since 1978, inspired by her father’s collection of big band singers and Sergio Mendes recordings. She ...

Erik Augis Trio

Fri, May 8 • 5:30 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

"Power Hour" Show: $10 Showtime: 5:30-6:30 (Doors Open 5:00) Erik Augis is a native of Columbus, Ohio. After obtaining his degree from the Cleveland ...

Bob Piascik

Fri, May 8 +more dates • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Hofbrauhaus Columbus • 800 Goodale Boulevard Columbus, 43212

Other

Bob Piascik ...

Barefoot McCoy Duo

Fri, May 8 • 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Edison Brewing Company • 785 Science Blvd Gahanna, 43230

Other

Barefoot McCoy live at Edison Brewing Company ...

Benjamin Tod and the Inline Six 2026 Tour

Fri, May 8 • 7:00 pm

Newport Music Hall • 1722 North High Street Columbus, 43201

Other

Benjamin Tod and the Inline Six 2026 Tour
Benjamin Tod
Presented by WCBE
Newport Music Hall Columbus, OH
May 8 Friday
7:00PM Doors ...

Sunny Sweeney w/ Mindy Miller

Fri, May 8 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $31.04

Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Sunny Sweeney w/ Mindy Miller at Woodlands Tavern All Ages ...

James Gaiters Sextet

Fri, May 8 • 7:15 pm

Admission starts at: $30

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $30 Showtimes: 7:15 - 8:45 (Doors Open 6:45) 9:30 - 11:00 (Doors Open 9:00) James Gaiters – Drummer - Composer - Producer - Educator James ...

Fuse Fest 2026: 2026 Artist-in-residence show #1: Dvvid Watson/Devin Gray/Aimee

Fri, May 8 • 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Admission starts at: $10

The Old First Presbyterian Church • 1101 Bryden Road Columbus, OH 43205

Other

On the evening of Friday, May 8, the Fuse Factory is thrilled to continue Fuse Fest 2026 with the first performance of our artist-in-residence 2026 season: ...

Foxtide w/ Hallpass

Fri, May 8 • 8:00 pm

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202

Other

Foxtide w/ Hallpass ...

BONE

Fri, May 8 • 8:00 pm

India Oak Grill • 590 Oakland Park Avenue Columbus, 43214

Other

BONE ...

Jesse & Emily present Whiskey Business

Fri, May 8 • 8:30 pm

Admission starts at: $15

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Jesse Michael Barr and Emily Syring join forces to present a night of beautiful male/female duets. Inspired by Simon & Garfunkel, they will play ...

The Martini Affair

Fri, May 8 • 8:45 pm

Fenders • 8333 Market Exchange Dr Westerville, 43081

Other

THE MARTINI AFFAIR is an award winning dance party band from Ohio that entertains and engages audiences throughout the midwest with a killer party playlist ...

Phoneboy with Heart Attack Man

Sat, May 9 • 5:30 pm

Newport Music Hall • 1722 North High Street Columbus, 43201

Other

Phoneboy with Heart Attack Man
Phoneboy, Heart Attack Man, Slow Joy, PONY
Newport Music Hall
Columbus, OH
May 9
Saturday
5:30PM
...

Ghost Shirt

Sat, May 9 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $15.46

Ace of Cups • 2619 North High Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Ghost Shirt going away party w/ Billy Peake + Manic Waves Eternally Psyched Doors 6p All ages ...

Puddle of Mudd

Sat, May 9 • 6:30 pm

The KING of CLUBS • 6252 Busch Blvd Columbus, 43229

Other

The King of Clubs Presents: Puddle of Mudd w/ AudioCide BreakAway Luna Falling Doors at 6:30PM - All ages with adult Please note that tickets ...

Honey and Blue Duo

Sat, May 9 • 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Edison Brewing Company • 785 Science Blvd Gahanna, 43230

Other

They say, A couple who writes about all different facets of love and longing.
I say two out of this world performers. ...

Pete Yorn – 25th Anniversary of musicforthemorningafter (solo acoustic)

Sat, May 9 • 7:00 pm

Skully’s Music-Diner • 1151 North High Street Columbus, 43201

Other

Brought to you by WCBE & Celebrity Etc presents
DOORS - 6pm
SHOW - 7pm ADV TIX - $39
...

The Brokes

Sat, May 9 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $22.82

Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

The Brokes at Woodlands Tavern Sat May 09, 2026 7:00 PM All Ages ...

Steve Kortyka

Sat, May 9 • 7:15 pm

Admission starts at: $30

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $30 Showtimes: 7:15 - 8:30(Doors Open 6:45) 9:30 - 11:00 (Doors Open 9:00) Based out of Cleveland Ohio Steve Kortyka is an accomplished mulit-instrumentalist, ...

Sluice w/ Hiding Places

Sat, May 9 • 8:00 pm

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202

Other

Sluice w/ Hiding Places ...

Tim Easton – fIREHORSE Album Release

Sat, May 9 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $20

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Tim Easton is the youngest of seven children, born in Upstate NY, raised in Tokyo, Japan and Akron, OH, by a Canadian Mother and American Father. Influenced ...

Greenwood Forest w/ Billy Fortune Unit

Sat, May 9 • 8:00 pm

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

$8 Presale / $10 DOS Doors 8pm / Music 9pm ...

Part Time Punk

Sat, May 9 • 8:00 pm

India Oak Grill • 590 Oakland Park Avenue Columbus, 43214

Other

Part-Time Punk ...

Alan Carl

Sat, May 9 • 9:00 pm

Fenders • 8333 Market Exchange Dr Westerville, 43081

Other

Join us for a wonderful night full of Alan Carl's country music! With roots firmly planted in the blue-collar soil of Ohio, Alan Carl emerges as a powerhouse ...

Mother’s Day Concert: Honey & Blue

Sun, May 10 • 2:00 pm

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens • 1777 East Broad Street Columbus, 43203

Other

Treat mom to a day at Franklin Park Conservatory, featuring a special Mother’s Day concert by Honey & Blue. These local favorites feature the harmonizing ...

Mother’s Day Mélange: Jazz with Strings Attached

Sun, May 10 • 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Admission starts at: $30

Columbus Museum of Art • 480 East Broad Street Columbus, 43215

Other

Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend with a lush and lyrical fusion of jazz and classical traditions. In this unique collaboration between the Tony Hagood ...

Howley (Early Show)

Sun, May 10 • 2:30 pm

Admission starts at: $30

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

The next chapter from the brothers who redefined Irish folk music. For over a decade, David and Martin Howley have been at the heart of a musical revolution. ...

Bobby Floyd Trio

Sun, May 10 • 5:00 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Natalie’s Grandview presents Bobby Floyd performing on the classic Hammond B3 organ with his Trio on Charlie’s Stage. For this Happening Hour show, ...

Godseyes and Actor Observer

Sun, May 10 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $20.62

Ace of Cups • 2619 North High Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Godseyes Actor Observer Stairway To The Sun Lucky Shot Doors 6p ...

Lin Rountree (National Recording Artist)

Sun, May 10 • 7:00 pm

ICON Jazz Lounge • 1135-1137 North High Street Columbus, 43201

Other

Lin Rountree - coming to Columbus for Mother's Day, May 10th ...

Howley (Late Show)

Sun, May 10 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $25

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

The next chapter from the brothers who redefined Irish folk music. For over a decade, David and Martin Howley have been at the heart of a musical revolution. ...

From Indian Lakes

Mon, May 11 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $25.77

Ace of Cups • 2619 North High Street Columbus, 43202

Other

From Indian Lakes Doors 7p All Ages ...

Wally! The East Side Kid

Mon, May 11 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $15

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Join us for an exclusive showing of “WALLY! The Eastside Kid”, a new GCAC-funded documentary celebrating the life and impact of Columbus jazz legend ...

Hannah Frances

Mon, May 11 • 7:30 pm

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202

Other

Hannah Frances ...

Eric Johanson

Tue, May 12 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $19.73

Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Eric Johanson ...

Claire Rosinkranz

Tue, May 12 • 7:00 pm

A&R Music Bar • 391 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

My Lover Tour CLAIRE ROSINKRANZ TUE, 12 MAY 2026 at 08:00PM EDT
Ages: All Ages
Doors Open: 07:00PM OnSale: ...

Robber Robber

Tue, May 12 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $20.62

Ace of Cups • 2619 North High Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Robber Robber Golomb Doors 7p All Ages ...

Never Ending Fall w/ J Solomon

Tue, May 12 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $26

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202

Other

Never Ending Fall w/ J Solomon ...

Blues & Beyond: Just Another Mojo

Wed, May 13 • 5:00 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Just Another Mojo (JAM), winner of the 2025 Columbus Blues Challenge, is headed to Memphis in January for the International Blues Challenge and is doing ...

Matthiessen Nisch Quan

Wed, May 13 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $10 Showtimes: 6:00 - 7:30 (Doors Open 5:30) 8:15 - 9:45 (Doors Open 7:45) ...

Death Angel

Wed, May 13 • 6:30 pm

The KING of CLUBS • 6252 Busch Blvd Columbus, 43229

Other

The King of Clubs Presents: Death Angel Vio-lence Incite Church Doors at 6:30PM - All ages with adult. Please note that tickets are $5 more ...

Troy Doherty

Wed, May 13 • 7:00 pm

A&R Music Bar • 391 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

TROY DOHERTY WED, 13 MAY 2026 at 08:00PM EDT
Ages: All Ages
Doors Open: 08:00PM OnSale: Fri, 5 Dec 2025 at ...

Mal Blum

Wed, May 13 • 7:00 pm

Ace of Cups • 2619 North High Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Mal Blum Oceanator Doors 7p ...

Theo Kandel with Kate Stephenson

Wed, May 13 • 7:30 pm

Admission starts at: $22

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

With bold, witty lyricism that brings you to that liminal space between laughter and tears, Theo Kandel has been described as “a modern-day James Taylor, ...

Nigel Wearne

Wed, May 13 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $20

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Nigel Wearne saunters after dark in the music of the night, blending blues, jazz and Americana-noir. Hailing from Gunditjmara country in the deep south ...

The Cicconetti Brothers

Thu, May 14 • 5:00 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Modern folky rock music inspired by the classics. TIPS and RESERVATIONS are strongly encouraged for our FREE Happening Hour Shows! ...

JT Hillier

Thu, May 14 • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Edison Brewing Company • 785 Science Blvd Gahanna, 43230

Other

Watch JT Hillier perform LIVE at Edison Brewing Company. ...

Happy Hour w/ So Peachy

Thu, May 14 • 6:00 pm

Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Hailing from Columbus, Ohio, So Peachy formed in 2012, when Nicco Mannarino and Matt Greenlee bonded over their shared love for 90's alt-rock. The duo ...

Live music with Evan Holcombe

Thu, May 14 • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Crooked Can • 5354 Center Street Hilliard, 43026

Other

Enjoy live music on our patio weather permitting. ...

Doctor Thunder Quartet

Thu, May 14 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $10 Showtimes: 6:00 - 7:30 (Doors Open 5:30) 8:15 - 9:45 (Doors Open 7:45) ...

Dylan Bram

Thu, May 14 • 6:30 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Soak up the good vibes at ILILT with vibraphonist Dylan Bram. Bram is a native of Columbus, OH and a graduate of the Ohio State University. With ...

SEAROWS – Death in the Business of Whaling

Thu, May 14 • 7:00 pm

Newport Music Hall • 1722 North High Street Columbus, 43201

Other

SEAROWS – Death in the Business of Whaling
Searows, Jordan Patterson
Newport Music Hall Columbus, OH
May 14 Thursday
7:00PM Doors ...

Bearly Dead

Thu, May 14 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $25.89

Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Bearly Dead ...

The Baker’s Basement w/ All Powerful Sungoddess

Thu, May 14 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Doors: 7 PM / Music: 8 PM ...

Liz Longley

Thu, May 14 • 7:30 pm

Admission starts at: $25

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Liz Longley is a Nashville-based singer-songwriter celebrated for her stop-you-in-your-tracks voice and deeply emotional music. Known for her distinctive ...

The Faux Paws

Thu, May 14 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $15

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

The Faux Paws are an innovative and virtuosic folk and roots dance music trio comprised of GRAMMY®-nominated saxophonist Chris Miller, Noah VanNorstrand ...

Deicide: Official Sonic Temple After Party

Thu, May 14 • 9:00 pm

Admission starts at: $38.93

The KING of CLUBS • 6252 Busch Blvd Columbus, 43229

Other

2026 Official Sonic Temple After Party Deicide Rotting Christ Immolation Doors 9p ...

Orthodox: Official Sonic Temple After Party

Thu, May 14 • 9:00 pm

Admission starts at: $30.93

Ace of Cups • 2619 North High Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Sonic Temple 2026 Official After Party Orthodox Legion Violent Nature Doors 9p ...

Eli Leder Group w/ Thomas Johnston Quartet

Fri, May 15 • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

$8 Presale / $10 DOS Doors: 5pm / Music: 6pm ...

The Leytze Jazz Five

Fri, May 15 • 5:00 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Jazz You Won’t Hear Anywhere Else in Town: The Leytze Jazz Five brings to the stage an eclectic mix of challenging hard-bop and Latin jazz standards ...

Steve Bumgarner

Fri, May 15 • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Giammarco’s Italian Restaurant • 6030 Chandler Court Westerville, 43082

Other

Steve Bumgarner ...

Fya & Sol

Fri, May 15 • 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Edison Brewing Company • 785 Science Blvd Gahanna, 43230

Other

Fya & Sol ...

Bomb Shelter Album Release Party

Fri, May 15 • 7:00 pm

The Summit Music Hall • 2210 Summit Street Columbus, 43201

Other

Bomb Shelter Album Release Party! @ The Summit Music Hall Special Guests: Dr. Shawn "Thunder" Wallace Charlie Smalls Opening: Levi ...

Big Rockin’ Blues Band

Fri, May 15 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $13.57

Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Come drink and dance with the Big Rockin' Blues Band ...

Call Me Karizma

Fri, May 15 • 7:00 pm

A&R Music Bar • 391 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

I'm No American Idol Tour CALL ME KARIZMA
Jady FRI, 15 MAY 2026 at 08:00PM EDT
Ages: All Ages
...

J Roddy Walston & The Automatic Band w/ Zoo Trippin’ low tix warning

Fri, May 15 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $39.95

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202

Other

J Roddy Walston & The Automatic Band w/ Zoo Trippin' low tix warning ...

Stephen Lynch: The Me Tour

Fri, May 15 • 7:00 pm

Newport Music Hall • 1722 North High Street Columbus, 43201

Other

Stephen Lynch: The Me Tour
Stephen Lynch
Newport Music Hall Columbus, OH
May 15 Friday
7:00PM Doors Open
All Ages ...

Lucas Stickley-Miner Detroit Quintet

Fri, May 15 • 7:15 pm

Admission starts at: $30

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $30 Showtimes: 7:15 - 8:45 (Doors Open 6:45) 9:30 - 11:00 (Doors Open 9:00) ...

NAKED CLASSICS: Appalachian Spring

Fri, May 15 • 7:30 pm

Southern Theater • 21 East Main Street Columbus, 43215

Other

Join ProMusica as we explore Copland’s iconic Appalachian Spring and uncover the heart of this American classic. With host Paul Rissmann, discover ...

Fuse Fest 2026: An Evening with Lisa Bella Donna

Fri, May 15 • 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Old First Presbyterian Church • 1101 Bryden Road Columbus, OH 43205

Other

On the evening of Friday, May 15th, we are thrilled and delighted to feature composer/modular synthesist/sound designer/clinician Lisa Bella Donna (OH). ...

Rock for a Cause featuring 80 Hour Work Week

Fri, May 15 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $50

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Join us on Friday, May 15th, 2026 at Natalie’s Music Hall in Grandview for a night of music and compassion at our Butterfly Guild Benefit Concert. Featuring ...

Bad Optics, Abertooth Lincoln, Coffin Makers, Dingo Dango

Fri, May 15 • 8:00 pm

The Spacebar • 2590 N High St Columbus, 43202

Other

Bad Optics, Abertooth Lincoln, Coffin Makers, Dingo Dango ...

The Mustangs

Fri, May 15 • 8:00 pm

India Oak Grill • 590 Oakland Park Avenue Columbus, 43214

Other

The Mustangs ...

Gravy

Fri, May 15 • 8:30 pm

Fenders • 8333 Market Exchange Dr Westerville, 43081

Other

$5 COVER Join us at Fenders for a party featuring Gravy! Gravy is a rock band from Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 1996. ...

The Massacoustics

Fri, May 15 • 8:30 pm

Admission starts at: $25

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

The Massacoustics is a two-piece band born from the quiet, winding roads and hardwood hills of Western Massachusetts. With a sound raw as the landscapes ...

2026 AMP Showcase

Sat, May 16 • 1:00 pm

Stuart’s Opera House • 52 Public Square Nelsonville, 45764

Other

Join us in supporting our 2026 Afterschool Music Program bands as they showcase their songs from the past school year! The showcase will feature performances ...

Swingin’ N Shakin’ with Whirlybirds

Sat, May 16 • 5:00 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Join in the fun every Saturday at Natalie’s Grandview with Whirlybirds for Swing & Wings on Charlie’s Stage and enjoy chicken wing specials with ...

Sour Fiction w/ Villagerrr (solo)

Sat, May 16 • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $9.16

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Sour Fiction w/ Villagerrr (solo) ...

Aaron White Quartet

Sat, May 16 • 5:30 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

"Power Hour" Show: $10 Showtime: 5:30-6:30 (Doors Open 5:00) ...

Trigger Poynt

Sat, May 16 • 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Edison Brewing Company • 785 Science Blvd Gahanna, 43230

Other

Trigger Poynt Live at Edison Brewing Company. ...

Copland & Shostakovich

Sat, May 16 - Sun, May 17 • 7:00 pm

Southern Theater • 21 East Main Street Columbus, 43215

Other

ProMusica’s Creative Partner, violinist Vadim Gluzman, Music Director David Danzmayr, and the orchestra reunite onstage to present Shostakovich’s powerful ...

The Garcia Project

Sat, May 16 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $36.70

Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

On May 16, 2026, The Garcia Project brings the sound and spirit of the classic Jerry Garcia Band to Woodlands Tavern — ALL AGES WELCOME. This is not ...

Signal Quartet

Sat, May 16 • 7:15 pm

Admission starts at: $30

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $30 Showtimes: 7:15 - 8:45 (Doors Open 6:45) 9:30 - 11:00 (Doors Open 9:00) Ben Wolkins – Trumpet Ian Blunden – Guitar Eric Nachtrab ...

Canaan Cox Happy Hour Concert

Sat, May 16 • 7:30 pm

Admission starts at: $26

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202

Other

Canaan Cox Happy Hour Concert ...

The Groove Keepers

Sat, May 16 • 8:00 pm

India Oak Grill • 590 Oakland Park Avenue Columbus, 43214

Other

The Groove Keepers ...

Chris Knight

Sat, May 16 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $50

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

“It’s hard to know how people are gonna react,” Chris Knight says of Almost Daylight, his ninth album and first new recording in over seven years. ...

The Goldsberrys w/ The All Arounders

Sat, May 16 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

$10 Presale / $15 Doors Doors 8pm / Music 9pm ...

SWAGG

Sat, May 16 • 8:30 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Fenders • 8333 Market Exchange Dr Westerville, 43081

Other

$10 COVER Join us at Fenders for music from SWAGG! ...

Country Jamboree with Kyle Eldridge & Chris “Sugarballs” Sprague

Sat, May 16 • 8:30 pm

Admission starts at: $25

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Kyle Eldridge is a Country & Western singer songwriter from Louisville, Kentucky and known as one of the most prominent guitar players in the traditional ...

High Fade ~ Twice As Nice Tour

Sat, May 16 • 9:00 pm

Admission starts at: $24.11

The Summit Music Hall • 2210 Summit Street Columbus, 43201

Other

High Fade ~ beloved Funk/Rock Trio from Scotland, UK ~ returns to Columbus! Funk/Rock trio High Fade–consisting of founder Harry Valentino ...

Dying Fetus and Biohazard: Official Sonic Temple After Party

Sat, May 16 • 9:00 pm

Ace of Cups • 2619 North High Street Columbus, 43202

Other

2026 Official Sonic Temple After Party Dying Fetus an Biohazard Doors 9p ...

Live music with Jesse Michael Barr

Sun, May 17 • 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Crooked Can • 5354 Center Street Hilliard, 43026

Other

Enjoy live music with Jesse Michael Barr ...

Bobby Floyd Trio

Sun, May 17 • 5:00 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Natalie’s Grandview presents Bobby Floyd performing on the classic Hammond B3 organ with his Trio on Charlie’s Stage. For this Happening Hour show, ...

KMS Jazz Band & Nexus Quartet

Sun, May 17 • 7:00 pm

Worthington Village Green • 6550 North High Street Worthington, 43085

Other

Concerts on the Green are back! Our 2026 summer lineup is officially set, and we’ve got a great season ahead. Join us Sunday evenings at 7 pm ...

Albert Castiglia

Sun, May 17 • 7:30 pm

Admission starts at: $30

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Miami-raised Albert Castiglia served an apprenticeship while backing legendary blues musician Junior Wells. He later went on to work with singer Sandra ...

156/Silence: Official Sonic Temple After Party

Sun, May 17 • 9:00 pm

Ace of Cups • 2619 North High Street Columbus, 43202

Other

2026 Official Sonic Temple After Party 156/Silence Fox Lake GOROH Doors 9p ...

INOHA

Mon, May 18 • 7:00 pm

A&R Music Bar • 391 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

INOHA
Flight by Nothing MON, 18 MAY 2026 at 08:00PM EDT
Ages: All Ages
Doors Open: 07:00PM ...

City of The Sun

Mon, May 18 • 7:00 pm

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202

Other

City of The Sun ...

Urban Jazz Coalition

Mon, May 18 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $25

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

The Urban Jazz Coalition (UJC) has been one of the hottest live performance ensembles on the contemporary jazz scene for some time now and 2025 marks the ...

Emily Syring & Les Amis: Une Soirée de Jazz Français

Tue, May 19 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $10 Showtimes: 6:00 - 7:30 (Doors Open 5:30) 8:15 - 9:45 (Doors Open 7:45) Step into an evening of elegance, nostalgia, and romance as local ...

REM-nants “Life’s Rich Pageant” 40th Anniversary Tribute

Tue, May 19 • 7:00 pm

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202

Other

REM-nants "Life's Rich Pageant" 40th Anniversary Tribute ...

ChRocktikal the 1st World Tour [CRTK: The Beginning] in Columbus

Tue, May 19 • 7:00 pm

The KING of CLUBS • 6252 Busch Blvd Columbus, 43229

Other

ChRocktikal the 1st World Tour [CRTK: The Beginning] marks the arrival of Korean rock band ChRocktikal to North America for the first time ever. The band ...

EARTH TONGUE and PINK FUZZ

Tue, May 19 • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Ace of Cups • 2619 North High Street Columbus, 43202

Other

New Zealand’s heavy psych rock duo Earth Tongue share the stage with Denver desert rockers Pink Fuzz at Ace of Cups. Get tix now! Used ...

Uncle Lucius: The 20th Anniversary Tour

Tue, May 19 • 7:00 pm

A&R Music Bar • 391 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

The 20th Anniversary Tour UNCLE LUCIUS
The Point. TUE, 19 MAY 2026 at 08:00PM EDT
Ages: All Ages
...

Wine Down Wednesdays: Bobby Floyd

Wed, May 20 • 5:30 pm

Lincoln Theatre • 769 East Long Street Columbus, 43203

Other

Experience an evening of smooth summer vibes as the Patio Jazz Series proudly features Bobby Floyd, one of the region’s most celebrated jazz pianists ...

Dave Shelton Trio

Wed, May 20 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $10 Showtimes: 6:00 - 7:30 (Doors Open 5:30) 8:15 - 9:45 (Doors Open 7:45) ...

Feel the Beat with Good Company: Fundraiser with the American Heart Association

Wed, May 20 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $13.57

Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

All proceeds donated to the AHA of Central Ohio ...

Bruno Mars – The Romantic Tour

Wed, May 20 • 7:00 pm

Ohio Stadium • 555 Borror Drive Columbus, 43210

Other

Bruno Mars is a 16x GRAMMY®-winning global superstar, singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer, and one of the most-streamed artists in the ...

Courtney Barnett – Creature of Habit Tour

Wed, May 20 • 7:00 pm

Newport Music Hall • 1722 North High Street Columbus, 43201

Other

Courtney Barnett - Creature of Habit Tour
Presented by WCBE
Courtney Barnett, Truman Sinclair
Newport Music Hall Columbus, OH
May 20 ...

Trad Nua Celtic Series: John Doyle

Wed, May 20 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $30

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Originally from Dublin, and a longtime resident in the mountains of Asheville, NC, John Doyle is a compelling singer and songwriter, producer, multi-Grammy ...

Walt McClements w/ Mike Shiflet & Lisa Bella Donna

Thu, May 21 • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Walt McClements w/ Mike Shiflet & Lisa Bella Donna ...

Andy Woodson Trio

Thu, May 21 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $10 Showtimes: 6:00 - 7:30 (Doors Open 5:30) 8:15 - 9:45 (Doors Open 7:45) Andy Woodson is one of the most in-demand bassists in the central ...

Ryman Leon

Thu, May 21 • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

The Summit Music Hall • 2210 Summit Street Columbus, 43201

Other

Ryman Leon @ The Summit Music Hall Ryman Leon The Extended Family Tour with special guest: Sam Nicholson Doors @ 6pm Show ...

Snuffed on Sight

Thu, May 21 • 6:00 pm

Ace of Cups • 2619 North High Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Snuffed On Sight Final Resting Place Torture Doors 6p All Ages ...

Brian Douglas Day

Thu, May 21 • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Edison Brewing Company • 785 Science Blvd Gahanna, 43230

Other

Brian Douglas Day ...

The Mountain Goats

Thu, May 21 • 7:00 pm

Newport Music Hall • 1722 North High Street Columbus, 43201

Other

The Mountain Goats
Presented by WCBE
Newport Music Hall Columbus, OH
May 21 Thursday
7:00PM Doors Open
On Sale Friday 12/12
...

The Spikedrivers Happy Hour Concert

Thu, May 21 • 7:00 pm

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202

Other

The Spikedrivers Happy Hour Concert ...

Trek Manifest Album Release w/ Dom Deshawn & Bern

Thu, May 21 • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Trek Manifest Album Release w/ Dom Deshawn & Bern ...

Daisy Grenade

Thu, May 21 • 7:00 pm

A&R Music Bar • 391 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

DAISY GRENADE
Vienna Vienna THU, 21 MAY 2026 at 08:00PM EDT
Ages: All Ages
Doors Open: ...

The Orphan The Poet

Thu, May 21 • 7:30 pm

Admission starts at: $20

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Based out of Columbus, Ohio, alt-rock duo THE ORPHAN THE POET is catching eyes and ears well-beyond their midwest roots, thanks to their electric live ...

The Liquor Talking: A Tribute to Steely Dan

Fri, May 22 • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

The Liquor Talking: A Tribute to Steely Dan ...

Anabella Petronsi

Fri, May 22 • 5:30 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

"Power Hour" Show: $10 Showtime: 5:30-6:30 (Doors Open 5:00) ...

Infected Rain

Fri, May 22 • 6:30 pm

Admission starts at: $29.32

The KING of CLUBS • 6252 Busch Blvd Columbus, 43229

Other

The King of Clubs Presents: Infected Rain w/ Stitched Up Heart Liquid6Teen Crow the Saint Doors at 6:30PM - All ages with adult Please note ...

Carsie Blanton w/ Nathan Evans Fox

Fri, May 22 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $36.70

Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Carsie Blanton w/ Nathan Evans Fox ...

Hairy Buffalos

Fri, May 22 • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Edison Brewing Company • 785 Science Blvd Gahanna, 43230

Other

Hairy Buffalos ...

he Vindys + Angela Perley

Fri, May 22 • 7:00 pm

A&R Music Bar • 391 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

THE VINDYS + ANGELA PERLEY FRI, 22 MAY 2026 at 08:00PM EDT
Ages: All Ages
Doors Open: 07:00PM ...

Tony Hagood Trio

Fri, May 22 • 7:15 pm

Admission starts at: $30

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $30 Showtimes: 7:15 - 8:45 (Doors Open 6:45) 9:30 - 11:00 (Doors Open 9:00) Tony Hagood is a celebrated and in-demand pianist, composer, ...

SoulBeast

Fri, May 22 • 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Admission starts at: $5

Fenders • 8333 Market Exchange Dr Westerville, 43081

Other

$5 COVER Join us for music from SoulBeast on Friday, May 22nd from 7:30pm to 9pm! SoulBeast - Scot Schreiber Vocals, Drums, Michael Horvath Rhythm Guitar, ...

Fleetwood Gold – AMPLIFIED!

Fri, May 22 • 7:30 pm

Lincoln Theatre • 769 East Long Street Columbus, 43203

Other

America’s Fleetwood Mac Experience: AMPLIFIED! Fleetwood Gold joins forces with the Worthington Chamber Orchestra, led by Antoine T. Clark, to bring ...

GTM (Good Time Music)

Fri, May 22 • 8:00 pm

India Oak Grill • 590 Oakland Park Avenue Columbus, 43214

Other

GTM Brothers ...

Simply the Best: Tribute to Tina Turner with JJ Snare

Fri, May 22 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $20

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Celebrate the music of the incomparable Tina Turner as performed by the talented Columbus band JJ Snare, who will perform favorite solo hits and distinct ...

Mark William Lewis w/ Ivy Knight

Fri, May 22 • 9:00 pm

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202

Other

Mark William Lewis w/ Ivy Knight ...

The Twylights (Twyla’s Birthday Bash)

Fri, May 22 • 9:15 pm

Fenders • 8333 Market Exchange Dr Westerville, 43081

Other

$5 COVER The Twylights are a high energy Classic Rock cover band playing multiple decades of all rock genres! Come join the party and help us celebrate ...

Jeni’s x Land-Grant Strawberry Jam 2026

Sat, May 23 - Sun, May 24 • 11:00 am

Free

Land-Grant Brewing Company • 424 W Town St Columbus, Ohio 43215

Other

Jeni’s x Land-Grant Strawberry Jam is BACK and taking over Memorial Day Weekend 2026! Join us Saturday 5/23 + Sunday 5/24 starting at 11:00 AM for ...

Fuse Fest 2026: Cassette Culture Celebration

Sat, May 23 • 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Old First Presbyterian Church • 1101 Bryden Road Columbus, OH 43205

Other

We are excited and proud to host our Fuse Fest: Cassette Culture Celebration on the afternoon and evening of Saturday, May 23rd from 12 noon to 8:00pm ...

Swingin’ N Shakin’ with Whirlybirds

Sat, May 23 • 5:00 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Join in the fun every Saturday at Natalie’s Grandview for Swingin’ n Shakin’ with Whirlybirds on Charlie’s Stage and enjoy FREE admission (tips ...

Full Moon Concert – Concert by Ohio’s premier Tom Petty tribute band!

Sat, May 23 • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $20.00

Boardman Arts Park • 154 West William Street Delaware, 43015

Other

Grab a chair, bring your friends, and sing along to the legendary hits of Tom Petty! This high-energy tribute show recreate the magic of the Heartbreakers ...

Moe Reen w/ Becks! & The Hen and the Crow

Sat, May 23 • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Moe Reen w/ Becks! & The Hen and the Crow ...

Faheem Najieb

Sat, May 23 • 5:30 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

"Power Hour" Show: $10 Showtime: 5:30 - 6:30 (Doors Open 5:00) ...

Mojoflo (Early Show)

Sat, May 23 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $25

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

MojoFlo is a powerhouse Neo-Funk band, known for their infectious rhythms, soulful vocals, and captivating stage performance. Their dynamic live shows ...

Red – End Of Silence 20th Anniversary Tour

Sat, May 23 • 6:30 pm

The KING of CLUBS • 6252 Busch Blvd Columbus, 43229

Other

The King of Clubs Presents: Red – End Of Silence 20th Anniversary Tour w/ RA Kingdom Collapse Twist It Doors at 6:30PM - All ages with adult. Please ...

Ryan Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen – Still Gettin’ Away With It Tour

Sat, May 23 • 7:00 pm

Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Ryan Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen – Still Gettin' Away With It Tour
Ryan Bingham
KEMBA Live! Columbus, OH
May 23 Saturday
7:00PM ...

MegaBeth

Sat, May 23 • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

India Oak Grill • 590 Oakland Park Avenue Columbus, 43214

Other

MegaBeth ...

LA Chic

Sat, May 23 • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Edison Brewing Company • 785 Science Blvd Gahanna, 43230

Other

LA Chic ...

Jimmy Farace Trio

Sat, May 23 • 7:15 pm

Admission starts at: $30

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $30 Showtimes: 7:15 - 8:45 (Doors Open 6:45) 9:30 - 11:00 (Doors Open 9:00) The Jimmy Farace Quartet will be celebrating Farace’s debut ...

BLACKSTAR w/ Mercyflare & The Tape Cassettes

Sat, May 23 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Doors 8pm /Music 9pm $10 ...

Cowtown Inc.

Sat, May 23 • 8:30 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Fenders • 8333 Market Exchange Dr Westerville, 43081

Other

$10 COVER Country-Rock Party Music..a little bit of everythang’! ...

MojoFlo (Late Show)

Sat, May 23 • 9:00 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

MojoFlo is a powerhouse Neo-Funk band, known for their infectious rhythms, soulful vocals, and captivating stage performance. Their dynamic live shows ...

Bobby Floyd Trio

Sun, May 24 • 5:00 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Natalie’s Grandview presents Bobby Floyd performing on the classic Hammond B3 organ with his Trio on Charlie’s Stage. For this Happening Hour show, ...

Spineshank

Sun, May 24 • 6:00 pm

The KING of CLUBS • 6252 Busch Blvd Columbus, 43229

Other

The King of Clubs Presents: NU METAL SUCKS Tour SpineShank Hed PE Primer 55 Oceans on Other Planets Doors at 6:30PM - All ages with adult Please ...

The Majestics

Sun, May 24 • 7:00 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

The Majestics played their first gig in 1963. Since that first performance, they have played college campuses across Ohio as well as clubs like Fat Fish ...

Street Players

Sun, May 24 • 7:00 pm

Worthington Village Green • 6550 North High Street Worthington, 43085

Other

Concerts on the Green are back! 🎶 Our 2026 summer lineup is officially set, and we’ve got a great season ahead. Join us Sunday evenings at 7 pm on ...

Stephen Stringz: Soul Sunday

Sun, May 24 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $45

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

The Soul Series, hosted by Debra James Tucker, continues with Stephen Stringz, a revolutionary R&B violinist whose electrifying performances blur the ...

I Before E, Slumber, Pierce Homes, Scene

Mon, May 25 • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

I Before E, Slumber, Pierce Homes, Scene ...

Ben Maloney Quartet

Tue, May 26 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $10 Showtimes: 6:00 - 7:30 (Doors Open 5:30) 8:15 - 9:45 (Doors Open 7:45) Jake Smith - saxophone Ben Maloney - piano Bradley Mellen - ...

Happy Hour w/ Lily Bloom

Wed, May 27 • 6:00 pm

Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Born and bred in Ohio, Lily Bloom takes a modern spin on a classic instrument, creating her own brand of midwestern jazz pop accented by the harp, soulful ...

Ria Blaq

Wed, May 27 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $10 Showtimes: 6:00 - 7:30 (Doors Open 5:30) 8:15 - 9:45 (Doors Open 7:45) ...

Emerson Woolf & the Wishbones w/ Jordan Smart

Wed, May 27 • 7:30 pm

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202

Other

Emerson Woolf & the Wishbones w/ Jordan Smart ...

Trad Nua Celtic Series: Seán Gavin, Cathy Jordan, Eamon O’Leary

Wed, May 27 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $25

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

In a program inspired by the spirit of Memorial Day, acclaimed Irish musicians Eamon O’Leary, Cathy Jordan, and Seán Gavin present an evening of ...

Happy Hour w/ The Squirrelers

Thu, May 28 • 6:00 pm

Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

**Meet The Squirrelers**—A country folk string band with more twists than a backwoods dirt road. This quirky trio sprouted from the pages of a book ...

Bradley Mellen

Thu, May 28 • 6:00 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $10 Showtimes: 6:00 - 7:30 (Doors Open 5:30) 8:15 - 9:45 (Doors Open 7:45) ...

PALLBEARER with Blood Vulture and Before the Eyewall

Thu, May 28 • 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Ace of Cups • 2619 North High Street Columbus, 43202

Other

Get tickets for Arkansas heavy doom metal masters PALLBEARER performing the album Foundations of Burden in full at Ace of Cups on May 28 Used ...

Micah Schnabel & Vanessa Jean Speckman (full band!) w/ Brian Damage & Be…

Thu, May 28 • 8:00 pm

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202

Other

Micah Schnabel & Vanessa Jean Speckman (full band!) w/ Brian Damage & Be... ...

Steve Tabatowski w/ Eric Clemens

Fri, May 29 • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

$8 presale / $10 DOS Doors: 5pm / Music: 6pm ...

Live music with Town and Country

Fri, May 29 • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Crooked Can • 5354 Center Street Hilliard, 43026

Other

Celebrate the last day of school with live music with Town and Country. ...

Megan Moroney: The Cloud 9 Tour

Fri, May 29 • 7:00 pm

Schottenstein Center • 555 Borror Drive Columbus, 43210

Other

MULTI-PLATINUM hitmaker, critically adored singer/songwriter, record-breaking headliner — just a few years after making her debut, Megan Moroney has ...

Hawc

Fri, May 29 • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Edison Brewing Company • 785 Science Blvd Gahanna, 43230

Other

Come see Hawc Live at Edison Brewing Company. ...

Intercurrents w/ Hilding Hands & Burning Brain Band

Fri, May 29 • 8:00 pm

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

$8 Presale / $10 Door Doors: 8pm / Music: 9pm ...

New Modern * Touchdown Jesus * Kids of the Cinema

Fri, May 29 • 8:00 pm

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202

Other

New Modern * Touchdown Jesus * Kids of the Cinema ...

Don Norman

Fri, May 29 • 8:00 pm

India Oak Grill • 590 Oakland Park Avenue Columbus, 43214

Other

Don Norman ...

Lowdown Brass Band

Fri, May 29 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $28.50

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Embodying the vibrant Chicago music culture, LowDown Brass Band is a one-of-a-kind horn ensemble weaving the rhythm of the streets with conscious hip hop, ...

Dylan Bram Quartet

Fri, May 29 • 8:15 pm

Admission starts at: $30

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

Show: $30 Showtimes: 7:15 - 8:45 (Doors Open 6:45) 9:30 - 11:00 (Doors Open 9:00) Dylan Bram - vibraphone Trent Sampson - bass Joseph Brenneman ...

Ron Holmes – Eclecticism

Fri, May 29 • 8:30 pm

Admission starts at: $20

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Ron Holmes, bassist and bandleader of the acclaimed Jazz Fusion collective, fo/mo/deep, is embarking on a thrilling new musical journey with the Eclecticism. ...

Fabulous Johnson Brothers

Fri, May 29 • 8:45 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Fenders • 8333 Market Exchange Dr Westerville, 43081

Other

$10 COVER The Fabulous Johnson Brothers: Columbus Ohio's finest live musical act. Energetic funk-rock made for the dance floor. Featuring the best front ...

Cruise-In • Brews 2026

Sat, May 30 • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Combustion Brewery & Taproom – Pickerington • 80 West Church Street Pickerington, 43147

Other

Cruise-In • Brews 2026
May 30th • 10am-4pm A FREE Community Event presented by Pickerington Lions Club and Combustion Brewery ...

Matt Morgan w/ Bluefront (Chi), Shawn Price & the Residents

Sat, May 30 • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

Other

$8 Presale / $10 DOS Doors: 5pm / Music: 6pm ...

Mery Steel presents Diamonds in the Rough

Sat, May 30 • 5:00 pm

Admission starts at: $20

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

Other

Natalie’s is honored to host Diamonds in the Rough presented by Mery Steel, a John Prine tribute benefitting NAICCO. In a world that could use a little ...

Isaac Bednarki

Sat, May 30 • 5:30 pm

Admission starts at: $10

Ginger Rabbit • 17 Buttles Avenue Columbus, 43215

Other

"Power Hour" Show: $10 Showtime: 5:30 - 6:30 (Doors Open 5:00) ...

ANGEL – The Farewell Tour

Sat, May 30 • 6:30 pm

The KING of CLUBS • 6252 Busch Blvd Columbus, 43229

Other

TKOC Presents:
ANGEL - The Farewell Tour
wsg: Starz One of glam rocks most influential bands is closing out ...

Prince Daddy & the Hyena

Sat, May 30 • 7:00 pm

A&R Music Bar • 391 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215

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PRINCE DADDY & THE HYENA
Remo Drive, Liquid Mike SAT, 30 MAY 2026 at 08:00PM EDT
Ages: All Ages
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A Tribe for Jazz Presents: Milena Casado Live — International Jazz Day Celebrati

Sat, May 30 • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Columbus Museum of Art • 480 East Broad Street Columbus, 43215

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Celebrate International Jazz Day with Milena Casado Quintet! Called “a revelation” by The New York Times, trumpeter and composer Milena Casado is ...

Turnpike Earth w/ Rylee Bapst & Connor McLaren

Sat, May 30 • 8:00 pm

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

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Turnpike Earth w/ Rylee Bapst & Connor McLaren ...

Shucking Bubba Deluxe

Sat, May 30 • 8:30 pm

Fenders • 8333 Market Exchange Dr Westerville, 43081

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$10 COVER Join us at Fenders for music from Shucking Bubba Deluxe! ...

Live music with Chaz

Sun, May 31 • 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Crooked Can • 5354 Center Street Hilliard, 43026

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Enjoy all the great classic rock hits with Chaz ...

Night Is My Friend: a Tribute to Elyse Weinberg w/ Between the Trees and Me

Sun, May 31 • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Rambling House • 310 East Hudson Street Columbus, 43202

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Presale: $15 / DOS: $20 Doors: 5pm / Music: 6pm ...

Bobby Floyd Trio

Sun, May 31 • 5:00 pm

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

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Natalie’s Grandview presents Bobby Floyd performing on the classic Hammond B3 organ with his Trio on Charlie’s Stage. For this Happening Hour show, ...

RobinAugust & Seven Leaf Clover – Happy Hour Concert

Sun, May 31 • 5:30 pm

Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202

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RobinAugust & Seven Leaf Clover - Happy Hour Concert ...

COLD – Goodbye Cruel World Tour

Sun, May 31 • 6:30 pm

The KING of CLUBS • 6252 Busch Blvd Columbus, 43229

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The King of Clubs Presents: Cold Idle Heirs Doors at 6:30PM - All ages with adult Please note that tickets are $5 more the day of show. ...

Honey & Blue

Sun, May 31 • 7:00 pm

Worthington Village Green • 6550 North High Street Worthington, 43085

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Concerts on the Green are back! 🎶 Our 2026 summer lineup is officially set, and we’ve got a great season ahead. Join us Sunday evenings at 7 pm on ...

Mihali

Sun, May 31 • 7:00 pm

Admission starts at: $31.04

Woodlands Tavern • 1200 West 3rd Avenue Columbus, 43212

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Mihali ...

Kim Richey

Sun, May 31 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $30

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

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From her critically acclaimed self-titled 1995 debut to Long Way Back… The Songs of Glimmer in 2020, Richey has consistently impressed listeners, garnered ...

Mary McClendon with Debra James Tucker, Tia Harris, Vicki Saunders: Soul Sunday

Sun, May 31 • 8:00 pm

Admission starts at: $25

Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212

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The Soul Series, hosted by Debra James Tucker, continues with the veteran vocalist Mary McClendon, featuring Debra James Tucker, Tia Harris and Vicki Saunders. ...

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