12 Things to Do in Columbus This Week · November 5–8, 2026

Arts & Culture

Rising Stars Comedy Showcase

A showcase of up-and-coming stand-up comics presented by ThaGawdShow.

Friday, November 6, 2026 9:00 PM · Hashtag Comedy Club, 1253 N. High St.

Michael Kosta: Big Dad Energy Tour

Stand-up comedy from Michael Kosta on his Big Dad Energy Tour.

Saturday, November 14, 2026 · The Lincoln Theatre

Pruning: A Floral Workshop

A hands-on floral workshop on pruning techniques, held through Eventbrite registration.

Saturday, November 14, 2026 12:30 PM · 2025 Riverside Dr

Music & Nightlife

George Birge

Live music at The Bluestone, a converted 115-year-old church venue in downtown Columbus.

Friday, November 6, 2026 7:00 PM · The Bluestone, 583 E Broad St

Music & Comedy with Oh Jeremiah and Jared Kassebaum

A blend of overlapping comedy and music from singer-songwriter duo Oh Jeremiah and stand-up Jared Kassebaum.

Sunday, November 8, 2026 7:00 PM · Hashtag Comedy Club, 1253 N High Street

Columbus Backstage: Melodies & Moments

An intimate Backstage at the Lincoln concert, the kind of close-up performance usually seen only by the artists.

Thursday, November 12, 2026 · The Lincoln Theatre

Smug Brothers

The last Smug Brothers show of 2026, with support from Manager and Eternally Psyched and Citizen Dorian S.

Saturday, November 14, 2026 · The Rambling House

Food & Drink

Columbus Super Foodies Meetup

A food-focused meetup hosted by Columbus Super Foodies at Barley's Brewing Company.

Friday, November 6, 2026 6:30 PM · Barley's Brewing Company

Outdoors & Active

Taste of Yoga

A morning yoga session listed as a featured event on the Columbus Events Guide.

Sunday, November 8, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Festivals & Special Events

North Star Concert featuring Dr. Mark Lomax II

The annual North Star Concert from the Lincoln Theatre Association, featuring Dr. Mark Lomax II.

Friday, November 13, 2026 · The Lincoln Theatre

The Thankful Market

A seasonal indoor pop-up market featuring local makers, small businesses, bakers, and specialty vendors at The Wag.

Sunday, November 15, 2026 12-3 PM · The Wag - Dog Bar, near Grandview

Date Night

Columbus Singles Happy Hour

A singles happy hour with a free welcome drink, listed at $15.00.

Thursday, November 19, 2026 7:00 PM