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Nightlife in Columbus

Live for memorable experiences

When you need a night out, Columbus has you covered with many place and experiences to choose from! Date nights, going out with friends, or even enjoying a solo outing—there’s something for everyone right here. 

Concerts and Live Music

You can find local musicians playing live any night of the week at The Basement, A&R Music Bar, The Bluestone, Summit Music Hall or Big Room Bar. National acts take the stage at Newport Music Hall, KEMBA Live!, the Schottenstein Center and Nationwide Arena.

Breweries & Distilleries

Columbus boasts more than 30 microbreweries, including Wolf's Ridge, Seventh Son, Elevator, Barley's and Land-Grant. The Columbus Distillery Trail is one way to explore the bounty of distilleries in Columbus, such as Watershed Distillery and Middle West Spirits. For a special treat, try craft...