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Things to do in Columbus, July 2026

Browse 13 upcoming events and things to do in Columbus during July 2026. Highlights include Cosmic Takeover Tour, LIL WAYNE: 20 YEARS OF CARTER CLASSICS WITH 2 CHAINZ, TAMPER and more. Each listing links to tickets, venue details and practical visitor info.

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Cosmic Takeover Tour

Cosmic Takeover Tour · Jul 23

Columbus · Huntington ParkFri, Jul 24Sport

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LIL WAYNE: 20 YEARS OF CARTER CLASSICS WITH 2 CHAINZ

LIL WAYNE: 20 YEARS OF CARTER CLASSICS WITH 2 CHAINZ

Columbus · Nationwide ArenaFri, Jul 24Music

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HOUSE OF HEAVY - Nu Metal + Metalcore Night

HOUSE OF HEAVY - Nu Metal + Metalcore Night

Columbus · Skully's Music DinerSat, Jul 25Music

🎟️ From $21

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Cosmic Takeover Tour

Cosmic Takeover Tour · Jul 25

Columbus · Huntington ParkSun, Jul 26Sport

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Hot In Herre: 2000s Dance Party

Hot In Herre: 2000s Dance Party

Columbus · Skully's Music DinerSun, Jul 26Music

🎟️ From $13

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Columbus Clippers vs. Toledo Mud Hens

Columbus Clippers vs. Toledo Mud Hens

Columbus · Huntington ParkWed, Jul 29Sport

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Styx with special guest Don Felder

Styx with special guest Don Felder

Columbus · Ohio Expo Center & State FairThu, Jul 30Music

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Be Like Blippi Tour!

Be Like Blippi Tour!

Columbus · Ohio Expo Center & State FairFri, Jul 31Family Friendly

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The Repo Pilots, Feral Housecats, COUCH POTATO MASSACRE, HOLLYWOOD MANNEQUIN

The Repo Pilots, Feral Housecats, COUCH POTATO MASSACRE, HOLLYWOOD MANNEQUIN

Columbus · Classics VictorysFri, Jul 31Music

🎟️ From $10

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S.O.S. Band / Dazz Band

S.O.S. Band / Dazz Band

Columbus · Ohio Expo Center & State FairSat, Aug 1Music

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High summer

July is typically the busiest month for outdoor events — major festivals, open-air concerts and sporting fixtures fill the calendar in most cities.

  • Browse major open-air festivals and headline concerts
  • Check for summer sporting fixtures and outdoor cinema or theatre
  • Book accommodation and tickets early — this is peak tourist season