Up Front in Cbus | Fall 2026

Sports

🏒 The Blue Jackets are Just Getting Started

The Blue Jackets season is just starting, get tickets to a game to cheer them on as they start the month playing Colorado at home! See the full schedule here. 

• November 3 | Blue Jackets vs. Colorado Avalanche
• November 5 | Blue Jackets vs. Dallas Stars
• November 10 | Blue Jackets vs. Florida Panthers
• November 12 | Blue Jackets vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
• November 14 | Blue Jackets vs. Philadelphia Flyers
• November 25 | Blue Jackets vs. New Jersey Devils
• November 27 | Blue Jackets vs. Detroit Red Wings

Entertainment 

🎸 Live Music in Columbus

Check out who’s in town this month at A&R Music Bar and Nationwide Arena:

• November 4 | The Paradox at A&R Music Bar
• November 8 | SOMBR: You Are The Reason Tour at Nationwide Arena
• November 15 | Yaelokre at A&R Music Bar
• November 20 | Matt Hansen: The Orchid Tour at A&R Music Bar

Food & Drink

🥙 Mouthwatering Freshness

For the days when you need lunch between meetings, dinner before an event or something easy to take with you, Agapé Mediterranean offers a quick, fresh option in the District. Choose a salad, pita or bowl and build it with the toppings and flavors you like.

Community

🕯️ Destress Before Holiday Prep

Massage Envy is the go-to destination for destressing this holiday season. With offerings including massages, skin care treatments and facials, check out service options at www.massageenvy.com. 

🎁 Columbus’ Newest Holiday Tradition 

Starting November 14, Huntington Park is introducing a new seasonal attraction, Columbus Clippers Holiday Lights! The 43-night holiday celebration will feature more than 1 million lights, immersive displays, festive entertainment, Santa visits, seasonal food and beverages and family-friendly activities. The display of lights will be up through December 31.

Sports 

⚾ Last Chance to Catch a Clippers Game

The Columbus Clippers season is wrapping up in September! Soak up the last of summer by getting tickets to their series against the Iowa Cubs starting September 1 at Huntington Park. See the full schedule here. 

• September 1-6 | Columbus Clippers vs. Iowa Cubs
• September 15-20 | Columbus Clippers vs. St. Paul Saints

⚽ Columbus Crew are Still Kicking in September

The Columbus Crew have a packed September lineup, gather with friends and family to root for the crew, including the U.S. Open Cup semifinals on Sept. 16 against Orlando City. View the full schedule here. 

• September 5 | Columbus Crew vs. Colorado Rapids
• September 12 | Columbus Crew vs. Red Bull New York
• September 16 | U.S. Open Cup Semi-Finals — Columbus Crew vs. Orlando City
• September 27 | Columbus Crew vs. Inter Miami CF

Community

👓 Make Time For your Vision

Grandview Vision Center offers comprehensive eye care services and a full line of designer frames featuring popular name brands and exclusive collections. Visit grandviewvision.com to schedule an appointment today.

💇‍♀️ Refresh Your Look This Fall 

My Salon Suite has all the beauty offerings needed to feel refreshed and get a new fall look. Take advantage of their technicians all in one place, from nails to hair to waxing, schedule your services today.

🍂 Fall into the new Season at Fall Fest

Grandview Heights Fall Fest is happening September 22 from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. to celebrate the first official day of fall! The free event is open to the public to enjoy pumpkins, family activities, entertainment, a petting zoo, hayrides, a sensory-friendly area, youth vendors, food vendors and more. Visit the Grandview Heights website for more information. 

Food and Drink

🍻 60 Years of Oktoberfest

Hofbräuhaus Columbus is raising a stein to 60 years of Columbus Oktoberfest! The celebration kicks off with the annual keg tapping on Sept. 10, followed by Oktoberfest events Sept. 18-20 and Sept. 25-27. Guests can enjoy bier, live music and family-friendly traditions all season long.

The celebration continues at Hofbräuhaus with Bark-toberfest on Sept. 13, featuring a pet adoption event with Ronni’s Rescues from 2 to 5 p.m.

☕ Morning Pick-Me-Up

Swing by Brekkie Shack at 1060 Yard Street for scratch-baked bites, locally sourced coffee and breakfast-lunch-brunch favorites. It’s an easy go-to for a quick morning pick-me-up, a midday break or a casual weekend meet-up right in Grandview Yard.

Entertainment

🎶 Enjoy a Concert Downtown

Planning a date night, catching up with friends or looking for a reason to stay downtown after work? The Arena District has a packed entertainment lineup this month, with plenty of concerts and events to build a full night around. Here’s who’s coming to town:

• September 9 | Shreya Ghoshal: The Unstoppable Tour at Nationwide Arena
• September 10 | O.A.R. Three Decades Tour at KEMBA Live!
• September 12 | Volumes at A&R Music Bar
• September 22 | Phoebe Bridgers: The Lost Tour at Nationwide Arena
• September 30 | Teddy Swims The Ugly Tour

Sports

⚽ Soccer is Still Rolling

The Columbus Crew are closing out their regular season home slate this month at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field. Whether you’re planning a family outing, meeting up with friends or making a full day of it in the Arena District, it’s a great time to catch one more match before the postseason. See the full schedule here.

• October 14 | Columbus Crew vs. Charlotte FC
• October 24 | Columbus Crew vs. Toronto FC
• October 31 | Columbus Crew vs. D.C. United

🏒 Hockey is Back at Nationwide Arena

Blue Jackets hockey returns to Nationwide Arena on Oct. 1 as Columbus kicks off its 26th season! Grab your tickets, wear your union blue, and get ready to feel the energy downtown as the Jackets take the ice for a new season. See the full schedule here.

 See the full schedule here.

• October 1 | Blue Jackets vs. Buffalo Sabres
• October 3 | Blue Jackets vs. Utah Mammoth
• October 9 | Blue Jackets vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
• October 13 | Blue Jackets vs. Florida Panthers
• October 17 | Blue Jackets vs. New York Rangers
• October 20 | Blue Jackets vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
• October 24 | Blue Jackets vs. Vegas Golden Knights

Community

👻 Fashion, but Make it Spooky

Experience spooky and elaborate costumes, made by local fashion designers, live entertainment and plenty of Halloween spirit on at Highball Halloween in the Short North Arts District on October 3. Visit Highball Columbus for 2026 event details as they become available.

🏌️ Get Your Skills Up to Par

Looking for a fun way to get together that goes beyond dinner? X-Golf Columbus in Grandview Yard brings the golf experience indoors with virtual courses, food and drinks. It’s open to all ages and skill levels, making it an easy pick for family outings, friend hangouts, league play or extra practice. More information: X-Golf Columbus.

🏃 The Columbus Marathon 

The Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon is back October 17-18. Registration is still open for the marathon, half marathon, 5K, one mile or the Kids Run. To register for the race or be a fundraiser, visit www.columbusmarathon.com/marathon. 

🏃 Great Pumpkin Run 5K

Join Grandview Heights Parks & Recreation for the Great Pumpkin Run 5K on Saturday, October 24! Open to runners and walkers of all ages and abilities, this festive fall tradition winds through Grandview Heights neighborhoods on a closed-road course. The 5K starts at 9 a.m., and children 6 and under can join the free Tiny Tot Pumpkin Trot at 8:30 a.m. Costumes are encouraged! Register and view event details.

💆‍♀️ Recharge at Massage Envy

Take time to recharge at Massage Envy in Grandview Yard. Sign up for a new 12-month membership by October 4, 2026, and receive a free 60-minute session—your choice of massage, facial or stretch. Terms apply.

Entertainment

🎤 Plan a Night Out at a Concert 

Pick a date, grab your people and head to the Arena District for live music, good food and a night downtown. Here’s a few acts hitting the stage:

• October 6 | Freya Skye: Stars Align Tour at KEMBA Live!
• October 7 | Shaboozey: Outlaws Never Die Tour at KEMBA Live!
• October 13 | Chasing Abbey at A&R Music Bar
• October 30 | Haunted Fest Columbus at KEMBA Live!

Food & Drink

🥳 Draft Day, Game Day, Any Day

🥡 Gather at Dim Sum Asian Bistro

For celebrations, family dinners or a casual meal after a day in Grandview Yard, Dim Sum Asian Bistro offers plenty to share. Order dumplings, sweet and sour chicken, pad thai, crab rangoons and more for a meal that gives everyone something to enjoy.