Hello, March!
March in Columbus is a bit of a wild card, but the events calendar is absolutely stacked. One minute you’re at the Arnold watching someone deadlift a small car, the next you’re celebrating Pi Day, cheering at the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, or singing along to Journey at Nationwide Arena.
Whether you’re here for sports, comedy, concerts, or just an excuse to leave the house after a long winter, there’s plenty happening around the city this month.
Here’s your guide to making the most of March in Columbus.
🏒 Columbus Blue Jackets
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About: Hockey season is in full swing as the Blue Jackets continue their NHL schedule at Nationwide Arena. Bundle up, grab a jersey, and enjoy some fast-paced winter sports energy downtown.
Location: Nationwide Arena
When: March 2026 (Dates and times vary)
More info: Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule
💪 Arnold Sports Festival
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About: One of the largest fitness events in the world returns to Columbus for a weekend packed with strength competitions, exhibitions, and the massive Arnold Expo featuring hundreds of booths showcasing the latest in sports equipment, apparel, and nutrition.
Location: Greater Columbus Convention Center
When: March 6–8, 2026
More info: Arnold Sports Festival
⚽ Columbus Crew
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About: Soccer season is kicking off in Columbus as the Crew return to the pitch for two home matches this month. First up is the home opener against Chicago before Nashville heads to town the following weekend.
Location: Lower.com Field
When: March 7, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. and March 14, 2026 | 6 p.m.
More info: Columbus Crew
💃 Dancing with the Stars Live
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About: The hit TV competition heads on tour with an all-new live show featuring fan-favorite professional dancers and stunning ballroom performances, bringing the excitement of the show straight to the stage.
Location: Schottenstein Center
When: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 | 7:30 p.m.
More info: Dancing with the Stars Live
⚔️ COSI After Dark: Knights at the Museum
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About: Step into a Renaissance-inspired adults-only evening at COSI featuring themed cocktails, roaming performers from the Ohio Renaissance Festival, artisan vendors, and full access to the museum’s exhibits.
Location: COSI
When: Thursday, March 12, 2026 | 7–10 p.m.
More info: COSI After Dark
🎬 Lords of the Sound: The Music of Hans Zimmer
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About: The internationally acclaimed orchestra Lords of the Sound brings a powerful tribute to legendary composer Hans Zimmer, performing iconic scores from films like Interstellar, Dune, The Dark Knight, and The Lion King.
Location: Palace Theatre
When: Thursday, March 12, 2026 | 8 p.m.
More info: The Music of Hans Zimmer
🌸 Pi Day at the Conservatory
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About: Celebrate the famous mathematical constant with a fun, family-friendly Pi Day event featuring scavenger hunts, hands-on education stations, artist demonstrations, and even a fruit tree giveaway while supplies last.
Location: Franklin Park Conservatory
When: Saturday, March 14, 2026 | 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
More info: Pi Day
😂 Chelsea Handler: The High and Mighty Tour
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About: Comedian, author, and television host Chelsea Handler brings her sharp humor and candid storytelling to Columbus as part of her latest national stand-up tour.
Location: Palace Theatre
When: Saturday, March 14, 2026 | 8 p.m.
More info: Chelsea Handler
🍀 Columbus St. Patrick’s Day Parade
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About: Celebrate Irish heritage in downtown Columbus at the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade featuring marching bands, community groups, festive floats, and plenty of green.
Location: Downtown Columbus (West Broad Street to High Street)
When: Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | 11:30 a.m.
More info: St. Patrick’s Day Parade
🎸 Journey: Final Frontier Tour
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About: Legendary rock band Journey heads out on their Final Frontier Tour, celebrating decades of iconic hits including “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “Faithfully,” and “Any Way You Want It.”
Location: Nationwide Arena
When: Monday, March 16, 2026 | 7:30 p.m.
More info: Journey
🎭 Miss Saigon
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About: This powerful musical tells the emotional story of a young Vietnamese woman and an American soldier whose lives become intertwined during the Vietnam War.
Location: Short North Stage at the Garden Theatre
When: March 19–22 and March 26–29, 2026
More info: Miss Saigon
🩰 For the Love of Dance
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About: BalletMet presents a dynamic triple bill featuring new choreography alongside works by acclaimed choreographers, blending innovation with powerful storytelling.
Location: Davidson Theatre, Riffe Center
When: March 20–22 and March 26–28, 2026
More info: For the Love of Dance
🎤 Mae Martin: The Possum
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About: Comedian Mae Martin brings their latest stand-up tour to Columbus with clever storytelling, quick wit, and plenty of laughs.
Location: Lincoln Theatre
When: Sunday, March 22, 2026 | 5 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
More info: Mae Martin
👞 Step Afrika! The Evolution Tour
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About: Step Afrika! blends traditional stepping with modern choreography and live DJ music in a high-energy production celebrating the evolution of this powerful art form.
Location: Southern Theatre
When: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 | 7:30 p.m.
More info: Step Afrika!
🎻 Columbus Symphony Masterworks: Shostakovich 8
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About: The Columbus Symphony closes out the month with a powerful program featuring Viet Cuong’s Re(new)al and Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 8.
Location: Ohio Theatre
When: March 27–28, 2026
More info: Shostakovich 8
