Columbus Commons
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The six-acre urban backdrop for the things you love here in Downtown Columbus. With 200+ events a year, there's something for everyone.
Columbus Commons is a six-acre green space located in Downtown Columbus featuring world-class gardens, grand lawns, the Columbus Bicentennial Pavilion and walking paths. The Bosque in the southern end of the park includes restrooms, a hand-carved carousel, bistro tables and chairs and two park cafes: Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams and Tortilla Street Food. Managed by Downtown Columbus, Inc., Columbus
08/04/2026
LOCAL & LIVE CONCERTS🎸🎶🎉
The Local & Live Concert Series is bringing the best of Columbus artists to the Commons’ stage!! Jam out with us at these FREE concerts this August and September! No ticket required🙌
Pack a picnic or grab a bite from a local food truck, sip on a drink from the bar, and settle in for some amazing shows! Be sure to bring your own chair or blanket🍻🎶
Take a look at the upcoming concert schedule ⤵️
*Check our website for the full schedule to see when your favorite musicians take the stage!
🎤 The Navigators
🗓️ Friday, August 14
🎤 Back to School Night: Featuring Joey Aich and the Fort Hayes Music Program
🗓️ Thursday, August 27
🎤 The Dead Revival Band and The Groove Brothers Band: A Celebration of The Grateful Dead & The Allman Brothers Band
🗓️ Friday, September 4
🎤 Shadowbox Live: Women of Rock
🗓️ Sunday, September 6
BONUS:
🎤Bruce Hornsby and The Noisemakers
🗓️Saturday, August 15
🎟️Free tickets required, available now!
🎤Indigo Girls and Linda Perry
🗓️Wednesday, September 16
🎟️Tickets required, available now!
Tag your concert buddy below! 🎶⬇️
07/31/2026
The wait is over! The Best Damn Band in the Land has arrived at the Commons and we can’t wait for them to take the stage with Columbus Symphony!🎺🥁🎷
Catch Ohio State Marching Band in the FINAL two incredible shows of the Nationwide Picnic with the Pops 2026 season!
🥁 Picnic with the Pops: OSU Marching Band
📆 TONIGHT July 31: 8 PM
📆 TOMORROW August 1: 8 PM
🎟️ There are still a few tickets left, grab yours at the link in our bio!
07/25/2026
Happy National Carousel Day! 🎠
A visit to Columbus Commons isn’t complete without a spin on the carousel, and the best part? Rides are always FREE! Come celebrate with a spin this weekend! ✨
Get to know the carousel a little better with a few fun facts:
🎨 The canopy features hand-painted scenes of Columbus landmarks including Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and Ohio Statehouse
🎠 The carousel features over 20 animals to choose from, so you’re sure to find a favorite
🪵 Each animal is hand-carved from wood, making the carousel a rare find
📍 Columbus Commons Carousel
🎠 FREE
🕑 Open daily | 11 am – 7 pm
✨ Learn more about how to book ahead or request an operator at the link in our bio
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Address
160 S High Street
Columbus, OH
43215
Opening Hours
| Monday | 7am - 11pm |
| Tuesday | 7am - 11pm |
| Wednesday | 7am - 11pm |
| Thursday | 7am - 11pm |
| Friday | 7am - 11pm |
| Saturday | 7am - 11pm |
| Sunday | 7am - 11pm |