In Columbus, we take the “west” in Midwest seriously. From western-themed bars and eateries to fun places to kick up your boots and line dance, you can easily build a whole weekend around a country concert or event. Whether you want to bring the entire family (including little ones that are knee-high to a grasshopper), plan a trip with your buddies, or go on a romantic getaway, you’ll have a rootin-tootin’ good time in the heart of The Buckeye State.
Grab a place to hang your hat, and giddy-up, y’all.
Source: Ray Ray's Hog Pit
Eat Western in Columbus
Little West Tavern at The Junto
77 Belle St, Columbus, OH 43215
Tucked inside The Junto Hotel is Little West Tavern, a bar and eatery “inspired by the independent spirit of the west.” Enjoy upscale western decor in a friendly setting, where the kitchen is known for wood-fired beef and crafted cocktails. In the summer, hang out in their courtyard and order from their to-go Poutine Window. The Junto is home to multiple restaurants and Maudines, their local coffee shop. If you’re looking to stay for more than a meal, grab a room.
Olde Towne Tavern
889 Oak St, Columbus, OH 43205
Stop into the Olde Towne Tavern in historic Old Towne East for delicious food, drinks, and a custom Southwestern-themed mural! Spanning the entire bar area is art featuring cowgirls, desert foliage, the starry sky, and detailed scenery in breathtaking peach, grey, and mustard yellow. Designed and painted by local Columbus artist Paul Giovis, the restaurant complements the expansive artwork with its Southwestern-inspired menu.
Columbus' Best Barbeque:
Pecan Penny’s Barbeque
113 E Main St, Columbus, OH 43215
Smoked on High BBQ
755 S High St, Columbus, OH 43206
Hoggy’s BBQ
830 Bethel Rd, Columbus, OH 43214
- Clintonville: 2619 N High St, Columbus, OH 43202
- Franklinton: 424 W Town St, Columbus, OH 43215
- Westerville: 5755 Maxtown Rd, Westerville, OH 43082
Hank’s Texas Barbeque
2941 N High St, Columbus, OH 43202
Texas Steel Barbeque
1060 King Ave, Columbus, OH 43212
Source: PBR Cowboy Bar
Boot-Scootin’ Boogie and Line Dancing
PBR Cowboy Bar + Smokehouse
3950 Gramercy St, Columbus, OH 43219
Get ready to ride a mechanical bull, line dance, enjoy live music, or sit back with some bar food and a cold beer at PBR Cowboy Bar.
Columbus in Line Dance Collective
Monday nights at Flannagans
6835 Caine Rd, Columbus, OH 43235
Meet up with the Columbus in Line Dance Collective at one of their events, including Monday nights at Flannagan’s bar.
The Horseshoe Country Bar
2159 N High St, Columbus, OH 43201
Take in live entertainment, watch the game, and sip on cocktails at The Horseshoe Country Bar, where they’re “Bringin’ the country twang north of Lane.” When you’re done, hop on over to The Ohio State Campus and Clintonville neighborhoods, or head south on N High St for the Short North Arts District for more bars, restaurants, and entertainment.
Field of Corn (with Osage Oranges). Source: Visit Dublin Ohio.
Wild West Activities and Attractions
Dueling Axes
- Downtown Location: 309 S 4th Street, Columbus, OH 43215
- New Albany Location: 5780 N. Hamilton Road, Suite A, Columbus, OH 43230
- Grove City Location: Coming Soon at 3940 Broadway, Grove City, OH 43123
Let’s see how accurate your aim is at Dueling Axes, one of the only private axe-throwing facilities in the country. There may not be lassos, but learn how to throw axes straight into a bullseye, all in a casual setting that offers beer and snacks. Make a reservation with a group, or join up with new friends!
Breakout Games
835 Grandview Ave, Columbus, OH 43215
This top escape room attraction in Columbus has a Wild West-themed room, where your group has to break into a saloon, free your team members, and steal back gold before the time runs out! Breakout Games often sells out, so call early to book ahead and confirm the Wild West room is available.
Miner 49er Blacklight Mini Golf: Glowputt
1158 W 3rd Ave b, Columbus, OH 43212
Putt-putt your way through a wild west mining town at Miner 49er, an 18-hole indoor blacklight mini golf course. Navigate holes through replicas of an old town hall, local inn, saloon, and more. When you’re done, grab a drink at the attached bar, throw some darts, or sign up for their indoor golf simulator.
Field of Corn
4995 Rings Rd, Dublin, OH 43017
Come view one of Dublin, Ohio’s many public art installations, Field of Corn (with Osage Oranges), located in the Columbus Metro area. Field of Corn is a series of sculptures that includes over 100 human-sized ears of corn. The sculptures represent central Ohio’s farming legacy, and is an eclectic place to take a stroll or get a photo opp.
Slate Run Living Historical Farm
1375 St. Rte. 674 North, Canal Winchester, OH 43110
Go back to the 1880s and experience farm life first-hand at Slate Run Historical Farm, one of Columbus’ 20 metro parks. Guests can tour parts of a restored, historic barn house and watch reenactors prepare meals and take care of the home. Outside, visitors can explore the gardens, barns, and farmhouse where volunteers in authentic costumes carry out chores and tend to pigs, horses, and more.
Source: The Brass Hand
Shop Western in Columbus
The Brass Hand
3327 N High St, Columbus, OH 43202
Specializing in plants, gifts and decor, The Brass Hand is a female-owned vintage shop in Clintonville. The best part? You can choose and plant-your-own cacti to take home with you.
Rod’s Western Palace
3099 Silver Dr, Columbus, OH 43224
Get outfitted for your event at Rod’s Western Palace, where you can find clothes, boots, and merch from popular brands such as Wrangler, Pendleton, Stetson, and more. Located in the popular Polaris Mall shopping, dining, and entertainment district, shoppers can find everything from show chaps to sale tack in one convenient store.
Tecovas
4034 The Strand E, Columbus, OH 43219
Pull up your new favorite pair of cowboy boots at Tecovas. This new retail experience at Easton promises excellent quality boots made in a variety of leathers, perfect for any occasion.
Cigar Shops:
House of Cigar
2448 S High St, Columbus, OH 43207
Village Cigars
1044 S High St, Columbus, OH 43206
Buckeye Country Superfest. Source: AEG Presents.
Western-Inspired Events
Buckeye Country Superfest
411 Woody Hayes Dr, Columbus, OH 43210
Join Columbus every summer for our largest country music event, Buckeye Country Superfest at the Ohio Stadium. Get ready for a lineup of country superstar headliners, new rising talent, and VIP fan events.
Jazz & Rib Fest
233 Civic Center Dr, Columbus, OH 43215
Each July, Columbus celebrates in style with Jazz & Rib Fest on the Scioto Mile. From award-winning pitmasters serving up smoky BBQ to your favorite local Columbus food trucks, Jazz & Rib Fest has flavorful options for all foodies.
All American Quarter Horse Congress Horse Show
717 East 17th Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43211
The American Quarter Horse Congress is the world’s largest horse show, held every fall in Columbus at the Ohio Expo Center. The show boasts 500,000 annual attendees flocking to special events, the tradeshow floor, live music, and the main horse show.
Whether you want to hit some shops, get on the dance floor, try a new activity, or eat delicious western-themed cuisine, Columbus is the perfect stop for wild western enthusiasts. Get ready to plan your western-filled weekend (or week) in Columbus, and y’all come back now, ya hear?
