13 Things to Do in Columbus This Week · July 16–19, 2026

Free Events

Downtown Columbus Farmers Market with Common Greens

Shop fresh produce and local goods at the brand-new Downtown Columbus Farmers Market during Food Truck Food Court every Thursday at Columbus Commons.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM · Columbus Commons, 160 S High St, Columbus, OH

Scioto Arts Market

A Saturday morning arts market at Gravity Experience Park at Land-Grant Brewing Co. featuring local shopping, live music, delicious food, and community.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM · Gravity Experience Park at Land-Grant Brewing Co., Columbus, OH

Date Night

Sound Bath Thursdays | led by Starr

A guided sound bath meditation with complimentary snacks and spring water at Rock Candy Healing Stones — arrive at 6:15 to settle in before the door locks at 6:30.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM · Rock Candy Healing Stones, Columbus, OH

Wine Down Wednesdays: Lincoln Patio Jazz Series

Enjoy sultry summer evenings on the Lincoln Theatre's rooftop patio with live jazz, hors d'oeuvres, and a curated wine selection or specialty cocktail.

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 · Lincoln Theatre, Columbus, OH

Arts & Culture

Skin Love: DIY Body Butter Workshop

Mix, whip, and glow at this hands-on DIY body butter workshop with scents, laughs, and take-home skincare hosted by @DecadentSkinandBody.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM · T.A.L.K Studios, Columbus, OH

Madlab Theatre 14th Annual Young Writers Short Play Festival

Madlab Theatre's annual festival showcasing short plays written by young writers, running July 23 through August 2.

Thursday, July 23, 2026 · Madlab Theatre, Columbus, OH

2026 Walk of Fame Induction Ceremony

The Lincoln Theatre's annual Walk of Fame Induction Ceremony honoring outstanding contributors to Columbus's arts and culture community.

Saturday, July 25, 2026 · Lincoln Theatre, Columbus, OH

Music & Nightlife

Urban Animal Farm & Folquinox at Rambling House

A live music double bill with Urban Animal Farm and Folquinox performing at the intimate Rambling House venue in Columbus.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 · The Rambling House, Columbus, OH

Short North Bar Crawl

A social bar crawl through the Short North Arts District organized by Columbus Social Connection.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 7:00 PM · Short North Arts District, Columbus, OH

RX Bandits at Newport Music Hall

RX Bandits perform at Newport Music Hall — a giveaway for two tickets is running through July 17 via PromoWest.

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 · Newport Music Hall, 1722 N High St, Columbus, OH

Festivals & Special Events

Jazz & Rib Fest

A FREE summertime tradition presented by Columbus Recreation & Parks offering the finest in jazz music and barbecue along the Scioto Mile in Downtown Columbus.

Friday, July 24, 2026 · The Scioto Mile, Downtown Columbus, OH

Women of Inspiration Summit Experience (WISE)

A summit experience for women featuring inspiration chats with speakers including Debbie Penzone, President & CEO of Charles Penzone, Inc., at the Power Plant.

Friday, July 24, 2026 · The Power Plant, Columbus, OH

Food & Drink

Bonsai on Tap at Nocterra Brewing

Sip, learn, and make your own bonsai at this hands-on workshop held at Nocterra Brewing Co.'s Audubon location.

Saturday, July 25, 2026 11:00 AM · Nocterra Brewing Co. - Audubon, Columbus, OH