While our friendly neighbors in Cleveland boast about being the Rock ‘n’ Roll capital of the world, this impressive lineup of musicians coming to the 614 in March is making a strong case for Columbus being the live music capital of the world.
From Tim McGraw to Olivia Rodrigo and everything in between, there’s a little something for everyone this month. Which shows are you most excited about?
Disclaimer: While this expertly curated list is full of the absolute best live music events coming through town soon, not every musical act is listed below. If we missed a good one, kindly let us know in the comments (or start your own website of expertly curated live music lists). Just be sure to get your tickets soon because many of these shows will sell out!
Stone Temple Pilots With Special Guest Soul Asylum
Fri, Jul 26 • 7:30 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $37Ohio Expo Center – Fair Grounds • 717 E 17th Ave Columbus, 43211
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Boyz II Men with guest comedian Preacher Lawson
Sat, Jul 27 • 7:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $38Ohio Expo Center – Fair Grounds • 717 E 17th Ave Columbus, 43211
Central
Ice Cube
Tue, Jul 30 • 7:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $52Ohio Expo Center – Fair Grounds • 717 E 17th Ave Columbus, 43211
Central
Stephen Sanchez
Thu, Aug 1 • 7:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $40Ohio Expo Center – Fair Grounds • 717 E 17th Ave Columbus, 43211
Central
The Ohio Players and Midnight Star
Fri, Aug 2 • 7:30 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $23Ohio Expo Center – Fair Grounds • 717 E 17th Ave Columbus, 43211
Central
Jamey Johnson: What a View Tour
Sat, Aug 3 • 7:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $38Ohio Expo Center – Fair Grounds • 717 E 17th Ave Columbus, 43211
Central
Still Woozy – Loveseat Tour
Sun, Jul 28 • 6:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $49.50Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Ave Columbus, 43215
Central
Hobo Johnson & The Lovemakers
Sat, Jul 27 • 7:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $30Newport Music Hall • 1722 N High St Columbus, 43201
Central
The Japanese House
Mon, Jul 29 • 7:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $30Newport Music Hall • 1722 N High St Columbus, 43201
Central
Bowling For Soup
Fri, Aug 2 • 7:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $48Bluestone • 583 E Broad St, Columbus, 43215
Central
Kenny Chesney: Sun Goes Down Tour
Thu, Aug 8 • 5:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $49Historic Crew Stadium • 1 Black And Gold Blvd Columbus, 43211
Central
PRIMUS, Coheed and Cambria
Tue, Aug 6 • 6:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $49.50Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Ave Columbus, 43215
Central
Ken Carson: Chaos Tour
Thu, Aug 8 • 7:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $47.50Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Ave Columbus, 43215
Central
The Struts: The Pretty Vicious Tour with Special Guest Barns Courtney
Wed, Aug 14 • 7:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $34.50Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Ave Columbus, 43215
Central
Sublime With Rome Farewell Tour
Fri, Aug 16 • 6:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $39.50Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Ave Columbus, 43215
Central
Switchfoot / Blue October / Matt Nathanson– Help From My Friends Tour 2024
Sun, Aug 18 • 5:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $55Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Ave Columbus, 43215
Central
The Avett Brothers
Tue, Aug 20 • 6:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $59.50Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Ave Columbus, 43215
Central
Koe Wetzel
Thu, Aug 22 • 6:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $79.50Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Ave Columbus, 43215
Central
ZZ Top
Tue, Aug 27 • 6:30 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $64.50Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Ave Columbus, 43215
Central
New Found Glory: Catalyst 20 Years Later
Wed, Aug 28 • 6:30 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $37.50Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Ave Columbus, 43215
Central
O.A.R. Summer Tour 24
Thu, Aug 29 • 6:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $46Kemba Live! • 405 Neil Ave Columbus, 43215
Central
The Robert Cray Band: Groovin’ for 50 Years
Fri, Aug 23 • 8:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $37Lincoln Theatre • 769 E Long St Columbus, 43203
Central
JHENÉ AIKO
Thu, Aug 22 • 7:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $49.50Nationwide Arena • 200 W Nationwide Blvd Columbus, 43215
Central
New Kids On the Block
Fri, Aug 23 • 7:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $29.95Nationwide Arena • 200 W Nationwide Blvd Columbus, 43215
Central
ACTION BRONSON PRESENTS: DR. BACHLAVA AND HUMAN GROWTH HORMONE
Sun, Aug 18 • 7:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $40Newport Music Hall • 1722 N High St Columbus, 43201
Central
PHIL WICKHAM BRANDON LAKE w/ special guest Hulvey
Fri, Aug 2 • 7:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $19.50Schottenstein Center • 555 Borror Dr Columbus, 43210
Central
HOZIER with Joy Oladokun
Wed, Aug 7 • 7:30 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $39.50Schottenstein Center • 555 Borror Dr Columbus, 43210
Central
BLINK-182 w/ Pierce The Veil & Hot Milk
Tue, Aug 13 • 7:00 pm - ?
Schottenstein Center • 555 Borror Dr Columbus, 43210
Central
CHILDISH GAMBINO Special Guest WILLOW
Thu, Aug 15 • 8:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $49.50Schottenstein Center • 555 Borror Dr Columbus, 43210
Central
TESLA KEEPIN’ IT REAL TOUR
Tue, Aug 27 • 7:30 pm - ?
Mershon Auditorium • 1871 N High St. Columbus, 43201
Central
Sarah Jarosz: Polaroid Lovers Tour
Wed, Aug 21 • 8:00 pm - ?
Admission starts at: $34Southern Theater • 21 E Main St Columbus, 43215
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