Columbus: Your Next Meeting Destination

Columbus, the 14th largest city in the U.S. and one of the fastest-growing cities in the Midwest, is a smart and open community with a dynamic convention package that can fit the needs of any group. Located within a one-day drive or one-hour flight from more than half of the U.S. population, Columbus is easily accessible for all.

Come see why Essence named Columbus one of the best destinations for culinary travel in 2024, why Forbes called us a “burgeoning hotspot for leisure and business travelers” and why The Wall Street Journal named the Greater Columbus Convention Center one of the best in the country.

Top Cultural Experiences in Columbus

From top-rated attractions and museums to engaging and unique tours that explore all of Columbus’ neighborhoods, there’s so much to see and do in Ohio’s capital city. Here are some of the experiences that await your group:

Columbus Black History Tours

Learn about Columbus' rich Black history since 1803 by visiting several historic landmarks and...

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Family admiring life-size dinosaur at COSI

Center of Science and Industry (COSI)

Led by Dr. Frederic Bertley, host of QED with Dr. B, COSI was voted the best science museum in the...

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King Arts Complex

Located in one of the oldest areas of African-American life in the city, the King Arts Complex...

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North Market

Located just outside the Greater Columbus Convention Center, our nearly 150-year-old public market...

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The Family outdoor sculpture by African American arist Omar Shaheed outside of the King Arts Complex.

CBUS Soul® Sculpture Trail

Discover sculptures throughout Columbus by African American artists on this self-guided trail...

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Poindexter Village Museum & Cultural Center

Poindexter Village builds on the rich, untold story of an African American experience in its...

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Hoyo's Kitchen - Somali Restaurant - Global Food

Discover Minority-Owned Businesses

From Black-owned to veteran-owned and from LGBTQIA+-owned to women-owned, we’ve rounded up some of...

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Group of friends at the Stonewall Columbus Pride Festival 2022

Festivals & Events

Columbus is home to festivals year-round, including the Ohio Black Expo, Asian Festival, CBUS Soul®...

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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility in Columbus

In Columbus, we're all about inclusivity. The vibrant, diverse people and neighborhoods in our city are built into our identity, and it’s Experience Columbus’ mission to amplify the people, businesses and places in our community for locals and visitors alike.

Swipe through the images below to learn about various DEIA initiatives in Columbus.