Cool and drafty mornings; unpredictable weather patterns; and warmer nights. It must be April, CBUS. And that means it’s time to plan out your month with these 20+ can’t-miss events.
Monday, April 1-Sunday, April 7
- Columbus Clippers vs. Omaha Storm Chasers | Tuesday, April 2-Friday, April 5 | 6:15 p.m. | Huntington Park | $8-$24 | Enjoy a specialty deal each night, including Dime-A-Dog Night on Tuesday.
- Cirque du Soleil: Crystal | Thursday, April 4-Saturday, April 6 | Times vary | Schottenstein Center | $37-$135 | Watch daring acrobats + skaters defy physics and gravity with their performances.
- “Welcome to Night Vale” | Friday, April 5 | 8 p.m. | Southern Theatre | $29-$44 | Listen to a live recording on this podcast that provides updates on a mysterious, fictional town.
- Bert Kreischer | Friday, April 5 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena | $40-$125 | Prepare for a night of laughs with this shirtless comedian known for his Netflix special, “The Machine.”
- Columbus Crew vs. D.C. United | Saturday, April 6 | 7:30 p.m. | Lower.com Field | $40-$504 | Kick off your weekend festivities with some local soccer.
Watch the magic unfold on ice at the Schott. | Photo provided by Cirque du Soleil
Monday, April 8-Sunday, April 14
- Clue (Touring) | Tuesday, April 9-Sunday, April 14 | Times vary | Ohio Theatre | $45-$120 | This classic “who done it?” murder mystery was transformed from a board game to a stage show.
- Columbus Fury vs. San Diego Mojo | Friday, April 12 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena | $29-$154 | The theme is college night, where college students can purchase an additional $10 ticket to enter the “Party Zone.”
- Nicki Minaj | Friday, April 12 | 8 p.m. | Schottenstein Center | $60-$300 | Spend an evening with the “Barbz,” known for chart-topping hits like “Super Bass.”
- Ryan Sickler | Friday, April 12-Saturday, April 13 | Times vary | Columbus Funny Bone | $36-$69 | This popular comedian is known for his NSFW appearances on podcasts, such as “The CrabFeast.”
- Ohio State Football Spring Game | Saturday, April 13 | 12 p.m. | Ohio Stadium | $8-$35 | The Buckeyes are back on the football field for a spring scrimmage that will be nationally televised on FOX Sports.
- I Love the 90s Bash Bar Crawl | Saturday, April 13 | 3-10 p.m. | Park Street Cantina | $12-$14 | Sip themed drinks and listen to 90s music while you crawl to bars like Brothers Bar & Grill + Granero Lounge.
- Chamber Orchestra Presents: The Italian Sun | Saturday, April 13-Sunday, April 14 | 7 p.m. | $18-$64 | Listen to the Columbus Orchestra perform beautiful classical music from Italy.
Ohio State football coach Ryan Day has brought in many familiar faces to practices this spring. | Photos via @ohiostatefb
Monday, April 15-Sunday, April 21
- Columbus Clippers vs. Buffalo Bisons | Tuesday, April 16-Sunday, April 21 | Times vary | Huntington Park | $8-$24 | As part of MiLB’s Copa de la Diversión program, the Clippers will turn into Los Veleros on Thursday.
- Cocktails at the Conservatory: Blooms & Bubbly | Thursday, 18 | 5:30-9:30 p.m. | Franklin Park Conservatory | $30-$35 | Stroll the botanical gardens with a glass of champagne while you listen to live music from local duo Honey & Blue.
- Upper Deck Golf | Friday, April 19-Sunday, April 21 | 7-9 p.m. | Ohio Stadium | TBA | Satisfy your golf dreams by teeing off inside Ohio Stadium.
- Columbus Fury vs. Atlanta Vibe | Friday, April 19 | Nationwide Arena | $29-$154 | The theme is Fan Appreciation Night, so find discounts on ticket packages for duos.
- Napoleon Dynamite LIVE! | Friday, April 19 | KEMBA Live! | $29-$100 | This is the 20th anniversary celebration for the hit film, featuring a live conversation with cast members + a screening.
- Nick Swardson | Friday, April 19 | 10 p.m. | Columbus Funny Bone | $42-$52 | Laugh along with this comedian, actor, and producer known for his work with Adam Sandler + David Spade.
- Ohio State Men’s Lacrosse vs. Michigan | Saturday, April 20 | 7 p.m. | Ohio State Lacrosse Stadium | $12-$25 | Make sure the Buckeyes know they are supported anytime they face TTUN.
- Columbus Crew vs. Portland Timbers | Saturday, April 20 | Lower.com Field | $50-$648 | This match features two of the top soccer clubs in the Eastern and Western conferences.
Who will you be cheering for — Megalodon (pictured above), Grave Digger, or one of the other Monster Jam trucks? | Photo via Monster Jam
Monday, April 22-Tuesday, April 30
- WWE RAW | Monday, April 22 | 7:30 p.m. | Scottenstein Center | $20-$150 | This WWE showcase features Cody Rhodes, Seth Rollins, and Rhea Ripley.
- Columbus Fury vs. Orlando Valkries | Friday April 26 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena | $29-$154 | Columbus’ professional volleyball team is back in action to start the weekend.
- Monster Jam | Friday, April 26-Sunday, April 28 | Times vary | Schottenstein Center | $20-$90 | Watch monster trucks make big jumps, crush small cars, and do tricks.