Ahhhh, yes. February. The shortest month of the year that always feels like the longest.
But if you’re looking for something to keep you going through the month of love, some of the most popular live music acts in the world are stopping through Columbus’ iconic music venues.
Whether you’re into oldies or the hottest artists on the scene today, you can find it this month in Columbus and Central Ohio.
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. Be sure to double check with the venue before purchasing tickets. If we missed a good one, let us know here.
Upcoming Concerts in Columbus and Central Ohio
FIRST SUNDAYS with Parker Louis & Friends
Sun, Feb 1 • 8:00 pm
Admission starts at: $20Natalie’s Grandview • 945 King Avenue Columbus, 43212
Other
ALLEYCVT – 9 LIVES TOUR
Fri, Feb 6 • 7:00 pm
Newport Music Hall • 1722 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Price & Tchaikovsky
Fri, Feb 6 - Sat, Feb 7 • 7:30 pm
Ohio Theatre • 39 East State Street Columbus, 43215
Other
ANDREA BOCELLI “Romanza – 30th Anniversary World Tour”
Sat, Feb 7 • 8:00 pm
Schottenstein Center • 555 Borror Drive Columbus, 43210
Other
The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA
Sat, Feb 7 • 8:00 pm
McCoy Center for the Arts • 100 East Dublin Granville Road New Albany, 43054
Other
Ohio State Big Bands
Fri, Feb 13 • 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
OSU Weigel Auditorium • 1866 College Road North Columbus, 43210
Other
TREATY OAK REVIVAL
Thu, Feb 19 • 7:00 pm
Schottenstein Center • 555 Borror Drive Columbus, 43210
Other
Mahler 1
Fri, Feb 20 - Sat, Feb 21 • 7:30 pm
Ohio Theatre • 39 East State Street Columbus, 43215
Other
Nine Inch Nails – Peel It Back Tour 2026
Fri, Feb 20 • 8:00 pm
Schottenstein Center • 555 Borror Drive Columbus, 43210
Other
New Edition with Boyz II Men & Toni Braxton
Sat, Feb 21 • 8:00 pm
Schottenstein Center • 555 Borror Drive Columbus, 43210
Other
Brit Floyd: The Moon, The Wall and Beyond
Sat, Feb 21 • 8:00 pm
Palace Theatre • 34 West Broad Street Columbus, 43215
Other
Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit
Wed, Feb 25 • 8:00 pm
Palace Theatre • 34 West Broad Street Columbus, 43215
Other
Mario Kart Band – 1st Anniversary Show!
Fri, Feb 27 • 8:00 pm
Admission starts at: $18.75Rumba Cafe • 2507 Summit St Columbus, 43202
Other
Khamari – To Dry a Tear: Part II
Sat, Feb 28 • 7:00 pm
Newport Music Hall • 1722 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
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