Columbus is a big city that
shows up big for events.
One of the fastest-
growing midwest cities
For GDP, Job Growth and population
We've hosted 1,100+ Events
For some of the biggest organizations in sports.
We’ve Supported
45 different sports
AT 62+ facilities and venutes
Nationwide Arena
High Capacity for Primetime Events • Close to Everything
This multipurpose arena is the centerpiece of downtown. It’s the home of the Columbus Blue Jackets, but also holds concerts and additional events year-round. Recent events hosted here include the 2021 NCAA DI Women's Volleyball Championship. In 2024, Nationwide Arena will host the U.S. Figure Skating Championships.
Lou Berliner Sports Park
Numerous Close Fields for Local, State, and National Events
The nation’s largest ball diamond complex with 31 permanently fenced, turf infield baseball and softball diamonds. From March through November, Berliner is filled with thousands of athletes and spectators participating in local, state, and national events.
Greater Columbus Convention Center
Highly Flexible Convention Space • Connected to Five Hotels
An award-winning convention center (and one of the busiest on the continent), the venue hosts a variety of volleyball, fencing, and wrestling tournaments, as well as special events, competitions, and conferences. Its 1.8 million square feet and connected to five hotels by enclosed sky bridges.