May is basically Columbus’ opening act for summer and it’s kicking things off loudly. From Columbus Crew matches heating up the Arena District to world famous comedy shows and Ohio Stadium concerts, there’s a LOT to see and do in Columbus this May.
Whether you’re ready to party, laugh, cheer, or just try something weird, we’ve rounded up the best events happening around Columbus and Central Ohio this May. Because scrolling Instagram and wondering where everyone else is having fun is so last season.
Best Events in Central Ohio this May
Stephen Lynch: The Me Tour
Fri, May 15 • 7:00 pm
Newport Music Hall • 1722 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Copland & Shostakovich
Sat, May 16 - Sun, May 17 • 7:00 pm
Southern Theater • 21 East Main Street Columbus, 43215
Other
Wish You Were Here – The Sight & Sound of Pink Floyd presents The Great Tour In
Sat, May 16 • 7:00 pm
Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215
Other
Dirty Talk: A Sexy Sketch Comedy and Music Experience
Sat, May 16 +more dates • 7:30 pm
Shadowbox Live • 503 South Front Street Columbus, 43215
Other
Alyssa Edwards – Thanks For Everything Tour 2026
Sun, May 17 • 7:00 pm
Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215
Other
Columbus Clippers vs. Louisville Bats
Tue, May 19 - Sun, May 24 • Times Vary
Huntington Park • 330 Huntington Park Lane Columbus, 43215
Other
Bruno Mars – The Romantic Tour
Wed, May 20 • 7:00 pm
Ohio Stadium • 555 Borror Drive Columbus, 43210
Other
Courtney Barnett – Creature of Habit Tour
Wed, May 20 • 7:00 pm
Newport Music Hall • 1722 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Tavares Strachan: The Day Tomorrow Began
Sat, May 16 +more dates • 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Columbus Museum of Art at The Pizzuti • 632 Park Street Columbus, 43215
Other
The Mountain Goats
Thu, May 21 • 7:00 pm
Newport Music Hall • 1722 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Jeni’s x Land-Grant Strawberry Jam 2026
Sat, May 23 - Sun, May 24 • 11:00 am
FreeLand-Grant Brewing Company • 424 W Town St Columbus, Ohio 43215
Other
Columbus Aviators vs. Birmingham Stallions
Sat, May 23 • 3:00 pm
Historic Crew Stadium • One Black and Gold Boulevard Columbus, 43211
Other
Columbus Aviators vs. Louisville Kings
Sun, May 31 • 6:00 pm
Historic Crew Stadium • One Black and Gold Boulevard Columbus, 43211
Other
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
Kitty Kat Ball w/ Nini Coco, Darlene Mitchell, Myki Meeks and Juicy Love Dion
Fri, May 29 • 7:15 pm
Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Avenue Columbus, 43215
Other
JACQUELINE NOVAK: 2026 TOUR
Fri, May 22 • 7:00 pm
Newport Music Hall • 1722 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
WWE Monday Night RAW
Mon, May 25 • 7:00 pm
Schottenstein Center • 555 Borror Drive Columbus, 43210
Other
Megan Moroney: The Cloud 9 Tour
Fri, May 29 • 7:00 pm
Schottenstein Center • 555 Borror Drive Columbus, 43210
Other
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