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Nationwide Arena
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Arena · Columbus, United States Of America

Nationwide Arena

Nationwide Arena is an 18,144-capacity arena in Columbus, opened in 2000, right in the city centre. Below: 11 places to eat and drink within a 20-minute walk, and upcoming shows starting with Niall Horan on Sat 20 Mar 2027.

Eat and drink before the show

11 picks within a 20-minute walk, closest first.

  1. 02 min Starbucks Café · coffee_shop · Mo-Th 06:00-18:30; Fr 06:00-19:00; Sa 06:30-19:00; Su 06:30-17:00
  2. 02 min Sí Señor! Peruvian Sandwiches Restaurant · peruvian
  3. 02 min Tim Hortons Café · coffee_shop · Mo-Fr 07:00-14:00
  4. 03 min Gordon Biersch Restaurant · american · Su-Th 11:00-22:00; Fr,Sa 11:00-23:00
  5. 03 min R Bar Bar / pub · Mo-Fr 10:30-02:30; Sa,Su 11:00-02:30
  6. 03 min The Big Bang Bar / pub · Fr,Sa 19:00-02:00
  7. 03 min Veranico Restaurant · Mo-Fr 10:30-19:30; Sa 11:00-02:30
  8. 04 min BBR Bar / pub · Mo-Fr 15:00-02:30, Sa,Su 11:00-02:30
  9. 04 min The Half Pint Restaurant · american · Mo 11:00-21:00; Tu-Th 11:00-23:00; Fr,Sa 11:00-24:00; Su 10:00-21:00
  10. 05 min Brothers Bar & Grill Bar / pub · Su-Fr 15:00-02:00, Sa 11:00-02:00
  11. 05 min Dos Hermanos Restaurant · mexican · Su,Mo 10:00-17:00; Tu-Sa 09:00-19:00

Places © OpenStreetMap contributors. Walking times are our estimates.

Upcoming shows here

Mar20Sat
Niall Horan
Sat 20 Mar 2027 · 19:30
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Jul16Fri
Greta Van Fleet
Fri 16 Jul 2027 · 19:00
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Stay nearby

Stay within walking distance and skip the transport queue after the encore.

Hotels near Nationwide Arena

Good to know

Parking
There are more than 15,000 parking spaces available within a 10-minute walk of Nationwide Arena, including surface lots and parking garages. To purchase advanced parking, go to https://arenadistrict.parkmobile.io/.
Accessibility
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS: Tickets available at all prices. Available at Ticketmaster, The Chillers and the Box Office. HEARING IMPAIRED: RF style assisted listening devices available through guest services at Nationwide Arena.
Venue rules
Use of video cameras is prohibited within Nationwide Arena. For Blue Jackets games, professional cameras with attached lenses are permitted. For special events including concerts, the camera policies are determined by the show or tour. Generally, cameras are not permitted for special events, but please call (614)246-2000 with specific inquiries. Cameras with detachable lenses are not permitted at any time during…
Children
Children ages 2 and over require a ticket for all Columbus Blue Jackets hockey games. Children under two years may enter without a ticket but must sit on the lap of a parent/guardian. Rules for children vary for other events at the Nationwide Arena. Check individual show for more information.
Box office
Closed except on game or event days. Opens at 12 p.m. on game or event days.

From Ticketmaster venue information. Rules can change between shows, so check the official site.