Jeni’s and Land-Grant bring Strawberry Jam back to Franklinton May 23–24 with strawberry treats, local vendors and live music.

A drone show, projection on the Horseshoe and posters around town hint at a possible twenty one pilots Ohio Stadium date on Oct. 17.

Bruno Mars comes to Ohio Stadium on May 20 and primary tickets are thin. Resale prices vary widely — compare verified marketplaces and watch for short‑term promos.

Puttshack opens its first Ohio venue in Polaris on May 27, bringing tech-tracked mini golf, private challenge suites and a full food-and-drink program to 8870 Galaxy Way.

Olivia Rodrigo will play two nights at Columbus’s Schottenstein Center on Oct. 29–30, 2026. Amex presale runs May 5–6 and the public sale is May 7, here are early deals and tips.

The Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival returns to Gahanna June 19–21 with national headliners, family programming and food vendors across three stages.

Jakob Dylan’s Wallflowers will headline Dublin’s July 4 celebration at Dublin Coffman Stadium. Adam Sanders opens and fireworks cap a full day of family events.

Luke Combs headlines Ohio Stadium Saturday with a stacked lineup and a 5:20 p.m. start. The Schottenstein Center hints it could be the Shoe's biggest concert yet.

Tyler Childers will headline Buckeye Country Superfest at Ohio Stadium on June 13, with pre‑party shows June 12 and a free Tailgate Fan Fest across from the stadium.

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will headline the Columbus Air Show June 19–21 at Rickenbacker International Airport. The weekend will pair tight F‑16 formations with twilight pyrotechnics and family activities.

Star Lanes is planning a roughly 30,000-square-foot entertainment venue near Ohio State, with upgraded dining and a mid-to-late 2027 target.

JORDY will headline Stonewall Columbus' Pride Festival on June 20 at Goodale Park, anchoring the festival’s second day. The two-day event includes the Pride March, vendors and community resources across the Short North.

Sonic Temple added five late‑night metal aftershows at Columbus clubs, shifting bands into Donatos Basement, Ace of Cups and The KING of CLUBS. Aftershow tickets have passholder and public on‑sale windows in March.