February in Columbus, we meet again. It’s cold, blustery, and yet there’s still so much to do! Whether you’re a sports fan, live music fan, theater aficionado, or even want to learn how to paint, February is jam-packed with events that are sure to keep your spirits high during the shortest (and coldest) month of the year.
Without any further ado, let’s dive in to all the awesome things happening in the city throughout the month!
Disclaimer: At the time this guide was published, all of these events are scheduled to happen, however with things changing rapidly and cancellations possible, please be sure to check with each organization before going to any event for the most recent updates possible.
Things to Do in Columbus in February
Milestones: 100 Years of Miles Davis
Sun, Feb 22 - Mon, Mar 23 • All Day
Ohio Craft Museum • 1665 West 5th Avenue Columbus, 43212
Other
Central Ohio Home Shows
Sun, Feb 22 • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Ohio Expo Center – Fair Grounds • 717 East 17th Avenue Columbus, 43211
Other
Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party
Sun, Feb 22 +more dates • 10:30 am
Nationwide Arena • 200 West Nationwide Boulevard Columbus, 43215
Other
2026 Central Ohio Home & Garden Show
Sun, Feb 22 • 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Admission starts at: $10Ohio Expo Center & State Fair - Bricker & Celeste Building • 717 East 17th Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43211
Other
Ohio State Buckeyes Womens Basketball vs. University of Southern California
Sun, Feb 22 • 2:00 pm
Schottenstein Center • 555 Borror Drive Columbus, 43210
Other
Somali Comedy Night presents Mowhaaa
Sun, Feb 22 • 6:00 pm
Admission starts at: $27Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
STAVROS HALKIAS
Sun, Feb 22 • 7:00 pm
Mershon Auditorium • 1871 North High Street Columbus, 43210
Other
Adult Archery
Mon, Feb 23 +more dates • 7:00 pm - 7:45 pm
Brentell Park • 1280 Brentnell Avenue Columbus, 43219
Other
The Sound of Music
Tue, Feb 24 +more dates • 7:30 pm
Ohio Theatre • 39 East State Street Columbus, 43215
Other
Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo
Tue, Feb 24 • 7:30 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
Ohio State Buckeyes Womens Basketball vs. University of Michigan
Wed, Feb 25 • 8:00 pm
Schottenstein Center • 555 Borror Drive Columbus, 43210
Other
Twenty One Pilots: More Than We Ever Imagined (2026)
Thu, Feb 26 - Sat, Feb 28 • Times Vary
Gateway Film Center • 1550 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
Francisco Ramos
Thu, Feb 26 • 7:00 pm
Admission starts at: $27Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Pauly Shore
Fri, Feb 27 - Sat, Feb 28 • Times Vary
Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant • 145 Easton Town Center Columbus, 43219
Other
Columbus Fury vs. Indy Ignite
Fri, Feb 27 • 7:00 pm
Nationwide Arena • 200 West Nationwide Boulevard 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
Winter Classic Mopar Swap Meet
Sat, Feb 28 • 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Ohio Expo Center – Fair Grounds • 717 East 17th Avenue Columbus, 43211
Other
Columbus Blue Jackets vs. New York Islanders
Sat, Feb 28 • 6:00 pm
Nationwide Arena • 200 West Nationwide Boulevard Columbus, 43215
Other
February Chihuly Night
Sat, Feb 28 • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens • 1777 East Broad Street Columbus, 43203
Other
Night at the Museum
Sat, Feb 28 • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ohio History Center • 800 East 17th Avenue Columbus, 43211
Other
Khamari – To Dry a Tear: Part II
Sat, Feb 28 • 7:00 pm
Newport Music Hall • 1722 North High Street Columbus, 43201
Other
The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes
Sat, Feb 28 • 8:00 pm
McCoy Center for the Arts • 100 East Dublin Granville Road New Albany, 43054
Other
Things To Do
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