Live music in August? Columbus is cranking it to 11.
If you thought music season peaked in July… think again. August is stacked with incredible live music in Columbus and Central Ohio, from stadium-sized pop stars to indie legends and everything in between. Whether you’re into singalongs that shake the arena rafters or vibey outdoor shows under the stars, there’s a concert with your name (and possibly your dance moves) on it.
So grab your earplugs, check your bank account, and let’s dive into the best concerts coming to Columbus this August.
Because you don’t want to be the one who says, “Wait, they were here?”
Best Concerts in Columbus
CHIODOS: 20 Years of All’s Well That Ends Well
Tue, Dec 2 • 6:00 pm
Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Ave Columbus, 43215
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PVRIS: White Noise 10 Year Anniversary Tour
Tue, Dec 9 • 7:00 pm
Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Ave Columbus, 43215
Other
99.7 The Blitz Presents HIGHLY SUSPECT for BLITZMAS
Sat, Dec 13 • 7:00 pm
Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Ave Columbus, 43215
Other
THAT MEXICAN OT: Recess Tour – Part 2
Sun, Dec 14 • 7:00 pm
Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Ave Columbus, 43215
Other
Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Tue, Dec 23 +more dates • 3:00 pm
Nationwide Arena • 200 W Nationwide Blvd Columbus, 43215
Other
SOUL COUGHING STILL LOVES YOU
Fri, Dec 5 • 7:00 pm
Newport Music Hall • 1722 N High St Columbus, 43201
Other
WNCI’s Acoustic Chrismukkah featuring AJR, The Orphan The Poet, Ray Jones
Mon, Dec 8 • 6:00 pm
Newport Music Hall • 1722 N High St Columbus, 43201
Other
Tropidelic & The Quasi Kings w/ Shrub
Wed, Dec 31 • 7:30 pm
Newport Music Hall • 1722 N High St Columbus, 43201
Other
Straight No Chaser: Holiday Road
Tue, Dec 2 • 7:30 pm
Admission starts at: $48.80Palace Theatre • 34 West Broad St Columbus, 43215
Other
RAIN – A Beatles Christmas Tribute
Sat, Dec 6 • 8:00 pm
Admission starts at: $42.14Palace Theatre • 34 West Broad St Columbus, 43215
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Dave Koz & Friends Christmas Tour 2025
Thu, Dec 11 • 7:30 pm
Admission starts at: $54.24Palace Theatre • 34 West Broad St Columbus, 43215
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Parker Louis + Friends
Wed, Dec 3 • 8:00 pm
Admission starts at: $25Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Ave Columbus, 43212
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