April PlanAhead: Your Columbus events calendar

Happy April, Columbus. 🌸 If you’re anything like us, you’re ecstatic about the warmer days, blooming flowers, and summer on the horizon — and with all that excitement, you’re also looking for fun local events to attend. Read on for all the top events happening this month in Cap City.

All month long

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• Monday Karaoke | Every Monday | 10 p.m.-2:30 a.m. | Union Cafe, 782 N. High St. | Free 🎤
• Five Dollar Movie Tuesdays | Every Tuesday | All day | Marcus Cinemas | $5 | Stop by the Marcus Crosswoods Cinema or the Pickerington location for discounted tickets on all movies. 🍿
• Half-Price Game Play | Every Tuesday | 10 a.m.-1 a.m. | TopGolf Polaris | $18+ | Practice your golf game or partake in mini games at half-the-price every Tuesday. ⛳️
• Teen + Tween Art Workshop | Tuesdays + Saturdays | Times vary | Terra Gallery, 36B N. High St. | $35 | Bring your emerging young artists to Terra Gallery to weekly workshops featuring different mediums of art. 🎨
• The 70’s Music Explosion in Columbus | Various dates | Times vary | Columbus Historical Society, 717 W. Broad St. | Free | Learn the history of Columbus music and bands in the 1970’s. 🎶
• Candlelight Slow Flow | Every Wednesday | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | ROY G BIV Gallery, 435 W. Rich St. | Free | Ease into the evening with yoga in the relaxing atmosphere of the candlelit ROY G BIV art gallery + the class is free, but accepts donations.
• Trivia Night | Every Wednesday | 7-9 p.m. | Makers Social | Free | Grab a pizza from Yellow Brick down the street and enjoy a trivia night with friends.
• Jazz Wednesday | Every Wednesday | 8-11 p.m. | Brothers Drake Meadery & Bar, 26 E. 5th Ave. | Free | Join the best in local jazz every Wednesday night for this all ages event. 🎶
• Pour + Sip | Every Wednesday + Sat.-Sun.| Times vary | The Small Batch Candle Co., 5761 Westbourne Ave. | $40 | Create your own candle in up-cycled alcohol bottles + BYOB.
• Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes | Thurs.-Sun. until May 30 | Times vary | COSI Columbus | $40 | You’ll find 300+ Marvel history artifacts, including original comic books and props from the ever-popular films.
• Sunrise Yoga | Every Thursday | 7-8 a.m. | ROY G BIV Gallery, 435 W. Rich St. | Free | Start your morning with yoga surrounded by artwork at the ROY G BIV Gallery + this class is free, but donations are accepted.
• $1 BBQ Hot Dog Night | Every Thursday | 4-10 p.m. | Bristol Republic, 1124 N. High St. | $1 (with purchase of drink) | Enjoy $1 hot dogs and stick around for live band karaoke starting at 9 p.m.
• BYOB Paint Night | Thursdays + Saturdays | 7-9 p.m. | Terra Gallery, 36B N. High St. | $35 | Choose your painting theme and get advice from a Terra Gallery artist while creating it + enjoy adult beverages of your choosing.
• Spring Break at Scene 75 | Fri., April 1-Sat., April 23 | Times vary | Scene 75, 5033 Tuttle Crossing Blvd. | Free | Enjoy extended hours for spring break at Scene 75 where visitors can ride go-karts, play in the arcade, and more for additional costs.
• Indoor Winter Farmers Market | Saturdays until April 16 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Ohio History Center | $13 | Snag some locally-sourced fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and more, from vendors including Ohio City Pasta, New Albany Organics, + North Country Charcuterie.
• Paint Pouring Class | Every Sunday | 3-5 p.m. | Brush Crazy, 1299 Bethel Rd. | $10+ | A fun new painting experience that will teach you how to pour unique designs on canvas, wood or ceramics. 🎨

Friday, April 1-Sunday, April 3

Fri., April 1

• Lawrence | Fri., April 1 | 8 p.m. | The Bluestone, 583 E. Broad St. | $23+ | Lawrence, who has risen in popularity thanks to TikTok, will perform viral hits like “Don’t Lose Sight.” 🎶
• Harry Potter In Concert | Fri., April 1-Sat., April 2 | 2 p.m. | Palace Theater, 34 W. Broad St. | Listen to all the iconic songs from the “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” film from the Columbus Symphony.
• Ohio State Buckeyes Men’s Baseball vs. Nebraska | Fri., April 1 | 6:05 p.m. | Bill Davis Stadium, 560 Borror Dr. | $8+ ⚾️
• Think Spring! | Fri., April 1-Sat., April 16 | Times vary | Columbus Children’s Theatre, 177 E. Naghten St. | $10 | This immersive theater performance offers the chance for kids ages zero to five to get moving + interact with performers.
• Ohio State Buckeyes Women’s Tennis vs. Michigan | Fri., April 1 | 4 p.m. | Ty Tucker Tennis Center, 600 Irving Schottenstein Dr. | Free 🎾
• Ohio State Buckeyes Men’s Lacrosse vs. Penn State | Fri., April 1 | 5:00 p.m. | Ohio Stadium | $5+ 🥍

Sat., April 2

• Ohio State Buckeyes Men’s Baseball vs. Nebraska | Sat., April 2 | 3:05 p.m. | Bill Davis Stadium, 560 Borror Dr. | $8+ ⚾️
• Mark Calabrese Magic Show | Sat., April 2 | Times vary | P3 Magic Theater, 2575 N. High St. | $10 | Enjoy an 18+ magic show from sleight-of-hand expert Mark Calabrese + additional performances from Cash Wallace and David Newell.
• 5K Beer Run | Sat., April 2 | Times vary | Parsons North Brewing Co., 685 Parsons Ave. | $35+ | Kick off your Saturday with this 5K to support local nonprofits + enjoy a complimentary brew from Parsons North.
• 2 Chainz | Sat., April 2 | 9 p.m. | Aftermath Venu, 1921 Channingway Center Dr. | $50+ | Rapper + hip-hop artists 2 Chainz will put on an entertaining show as he plays hits like “Birthday Song” + “No Lie.”
• Kristen Chenoweth | Sat., April 2 | 8 p.m. | Jeanne B. McCoy Community Center for the Arts, 100 W. Dublin-Granville Rd. | $55+ | Listen to the “Wicked” star sing some of her classics. 🎤
• Sensory Saturday | Sat., April 2 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | National Veterans Memorial and Museum, 300 W. Broad St. | $17 | Enjoy this unique museum experience with different sensory activities + free for children under five.

Sun., April 3

• Monster Jam | Sun., April 3 | 1 p.m. | The Schottenstein Center | $25+ | Watch as these giant trucks do jumps, tricks, and overall destruction.
• Yoke Lore | Sun., April 3 | 7 p.m. | Newport Music Hall, 1722 N. High St. | $18+ | This multi-instrumentalist uses dancing and visual effects to create an electrifying and memorable show. 🎶
• Ohio State Buckeyes Men’s Baseball vs. Nebraska | Sun., April 3 | 1:05 p.m. | Bill Davis Stadium, 560 Borror Dr. | $8+ ⚾️
• Ohio State Buckeyes Women’s Tennis vs. Michigan State | Sun., April 3 | 12 p.m. | Ty Tucker Tennis Center, 600 Irving Schottenstein Dr. | Free 🎾
• Ohio Bridal + Wedding Expo | Sun., April 3 | 1-5 p.m. | Greater Columbus Convention Center | Free | Meet wedding professionals, browse through vendors, and get ready to start planning your big day.

Monday, April 4-Sunday, April 10

Mon., April 4

• Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Boston Bruins | Mon., April 4 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena | $20+ 🏒
• Matt Maltese | Mon., April 4 | 7 p.m. | A&R Music Bar, 391 Neil Ave. | $13 | This indie pop + rock songwriter will play songs off his latest album “Good Morning It’s Now Tomorrow.”
• Book Buzz | Mon., April 4 | 7 p.m. | Columbus Metropolitan Library, 96 S. Grant Ave. | Free | Celebrate National Library Week with this preview of 2022 spring and summer book releases. 📚
• Soccer Mommy | Mon., April 4 | 7:30 p.m. | Columbus Athenaeum, 32 N. 4th St. | $80 | Singer-songwriter from Nashville will play hits like “Circle The Drain” and “Yellow Is The Color Of Her Eyes.” 🎶

Tues., April 5

• Ohio State Buckeyes Men’s Baseball vs. Youngstown State | Tues., April 5 | 6:05 p.m. | Bill Davis Stadium, 560 Borror Dr. | $8+ ⚾️
• The Revivalists: Into The Stars Tour | Tues., April 5 | 7 p.m. | KEMBA Live!, 405 Neil Ave. | $38.50+ | See The Revivalists on tour and listen to all their hits and a few new ones. 🎤
• “Vietnamese at Home” Cooking Class | Tues., April 5 | 6-8 p.m. | Columbus State Community College, 250 Cleveland Ave. | $75 | Learn how to make easy yet delicious authentic Vietnamese food. 🥘
• Understanding Columbus’ Underground Railroad | Tues., April 5 | 7-8:15 p.m. | Municipal Services Center, 3600 Tremont Rd. | Free | Listen to Leslie Blankenship, co-founder of the Friends of Freedom Society, in a Q+A about Columbus’ connection to the Underground Railroad.

Wed., April 6

• Todrick Hall, The Femuline Tour | Wed., April 6 | 7 p.m. | Newport Music Hall, 1722 N. High St. | $25+ | Listen to the “American Idol” and “Celebrity Big Brother” star perform his classics. 🎤

• You’ll Want To Sit Down For This | Wed., April 6 | 7 p.m. | Woodlands Tavern, 1200 W. 3rd Ave. | $10 | Enjoy an improv show from local comedic group Hashtag Comedy that is appropriate for all-ages. 🎤
• Let’s Give Night | Wed., April 6 | 3-10 p.m. | Land-Grant Brewing Co., 424 W. Town St. | Free | Come down for a beer on the patio as the brewer will donate 10% of all sales to the Columbus Metropolitan Library. 🍺
• Jesse Cook | Wed., Apri 6 | 8 p.m. | Lincoln Theatre, 769 E. Long St. | $27+ | Guitarist, producer, and more will perform rhythm and rhumba with his own special takes + twists. 🎶

Thurs., April 7

• Kip Moore | Thurs., April 7 | 7 p.m. | KEMBA! Live, 405 Neil Ave. | Country star Kip Moore will perform with fellow country up-and-comer Drew Parker as the opener. 🎶
• The Maine | Thurs., April 7 | 6 p.m. | Newport Music Hall, 1722 N. High St. | $29+ | Enjoy the sounds of rock band The Maine as they perform hits like their 2022 release “Loved You a Little.” 🎶
• Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Philadelphia Flyers | Thurs., April 7 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena | $25+ 🏒
• Buckeye Game Fest 2022 | Thurs., April 7-Sun., April 10 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Hyatt Regency Columbus, 350 N. High St. | $15+ | This four-day festival brings gamers together to play 1,000+ different titles + guest speakers, raffles, and more. 🕹
• Magnolia Tree Tour | Thurs., April 7 | 7-8 p.m. | Goodale Park, 120 W. Goodale St. | Donations accepted | Rick Franz, resident tree lover of Friends of Goodale Park, will take you on a guided tour of the magnolia trees in the park.

Fri., April 8

• Cinderella | Fri., April 8-Sun., April 10 | Times vary | Ohio Theater, 39 E. State St. | $100 | Catch the classic Disney film “Cinderella” come to life, complete with a ball, all the iconic characters, and more.
• Ohio State Buckeyes Women’s Tennis vs. Northwestern | Fri., April 8 | 3 p.m. | Ty Tucker Tennis Center, 600 Irving Schottenstein Dr. | Free 🎾
• Ohio State Buckeyes Men’s Baseball vs. Michigan State | Fri., April 8 | 6:05 p.m. | Bill Davis Stadium, 560 Borror Dr. | $8+ ⚾️
• Yoga + Beer | Fri., April 8 | 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Howl at the Moon, 504 Park St. | $20 | Come try this laid-back yoga class with a side of beer and a complimentary buffet. 🧘🏻‍♀️
• That Game Show! | Fri., April 8 | 9:30 p.m. | The Nest Theatre, 2643 N. High St. | $10 | This 16+ performance, hosted by two comedians, throws improv actors from the Nest into a hilarious game show. 🎤
• Franklinton Fridays | Fri., April 8 | 6-10 p.m. | Franklinton Arts District | This once-a-month night brings local vendors and artists to the area + you can enjoy dinner and drinks at one of the many local restaurants or bars nearby.
• Black Violin | Fri., April 8 | 7:30 p.m. | Palace Theater, 34 W. Broad St. | $45+ | Violinists Wil B. + Kev Marcus are joined by DJ SPS to blend classical music with hip-hop. 🎶
• Glass Axis Spring Sale | Fri., April 8-Sun., April 10 | Glass Axis, 610 W. Town St. | Free | Participate in a wide variety of workshops and classes throughout the weekend + discounted prices on glass blown products.

Sat., April 9

• The 2 Live Crew | Sat., April 9 | 6:30 p.m. | The King of Clubs, 6252 Busch Blvd. | $25+ | Step into a time machine and get ready for some real 90s hip-hop + rap from the iconic 2 Live Crew. 🎶
• Doc Robinson | Sat., April 9 | 7 p.m. | A&R Music Bar, 391 Neil Ave. | $15 | Local band Doc Robinson brings their fun, energetic, and catchy melodies with The High Definitions as the opener.
• Celtic Women | Sat., April 9 | 7:30 p.m. | Palace Theater, 34 W. Broad St. | $92+ | This all-women Celtic dancing group will put on a dazzling show featuring traditional Irish dance.
• I Love the 90’s Bash Bar Crawl | Sat., April 9 | 3-10 p.m. | Park Street Cantina, 491 Park St. | $92+ | A bar crawl at Callahan’s, Gaswerks and more with 90’s music + 90’s theme memorabilia.
• This Inspired That | Sat., April 9 | 5-7 p.m. | Open Door Art Studio and Gallery, 1050 Goodale Blvd. | Free | View the innovation and collaboration of 400 West Rich + Open Door Art as artists from both organizations worked together to create pieces.
• Moonlight Market | Sat., April 9 | 5-10:30 p.m. | Markets at Pearl, 19 E. Gay St. | Free | Stay up late + browse this nighttime market with local vendors, craftors, and retailers.
• Taylor Swift vs. Harry Styles Dance Party | Sat., April 9 | 8 p.m. | Skully’s Music Diner, 1151 N. High St. | $15 | Two of pop music’s biggest names will be exclusively played all night. 🎶
• Small Town Murder | Sat., April 9 | 8 p.m. | Davidson Theatre, 77 S. High St. | $31+ | True crime fans are invited to listen to comedians James Pietragallo and Jimmie Whisman record their podcast. 🎤
• Comedy Night with Tyler Ross | Sat., April 9 | 8 p.m. | Kafe Kerouac, 2250 N. High St. | $10 | Chicago-based comedian Tyler Ross brings his playful comedy style to an intimate setting. 🎤

Sun., April 10

• Hurray for the Riff Raff | Sun., April 10 | 7 p.m. | Skully’s Music Diner, 1151 N. High St. | $25+ | Enjoy this indie-folk group who just released their album, “Life On Earth.”
• Cinderella | Sun., April 10 | 12-2 p.m. | Ohio Theatre, 39 E. State St. | $103+ | Watch this enchanting production of Cinderella for all-ages. 🩰
• The 70’s Music Explosion | Sun., April 10 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Columbus Historical Society, 717 W. Town St. | Free | Learn about the history of 70’s music and listen to all your favorite 70’s hits. 🕺🏻
• Easter Egg Hunt | Sun., April 10 | 10:45 a.m. | Worthington Christian Church, 8145 N. High St. | Free | Join this easter egg hunt on Palm Sunday for kids of all ages to enjoy. 🐰
• Ohio Trombone Quartet | Sun., April 10 | 2 p.m. | The Columbus Museum of Art, 480 W. Broad St. | Enjoy a free concert in Derby Court + free admission into the museum for the day. 🎶
• Tree Planting | Sun., April 10 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Godown Park, 6099 Godown Rd. | Free | Assist the Friends of the Lower Olentangy Watershed plant trees for the Worthington Tree Nursery. 🌳

Monday, April 11-Sunday, April 17

Mon., April 11

• Paint Your Pet Night | Mon., April 11 | 6-8 p.m. | Land-Grant Brewing Company, 424 W. Town St. | $50 | Take this special art class and learn how to paint your pet, all for a great cause. 🐶
• Spirits & Sweet Carrot Tasting | Mon., April 11 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Endeavor Brewing and Spirits, 909 W. 5th Ave. | $60+ | Come try Endeavor’s new line of alcohol + Sweet Carrot’s delicious food. 🍻
• Barbell Strength | Mon., April 11 | 9 a.m. | Life Time, 1860 Henderson Rd.| Free | Learn the basics in barbell training from strength coach and biomechanics specialist Major McGraw and learn to lose fat while gaining muscle. 💪

Tues., April 12

• Elton John | Tues., April 12 | 8 p.m. | The Schottenstein Center | $132+ | He’s a rocket man and he’s blasting off to Columbus for his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour. 🎶
• Tapas y Vinos | Tues., April 12 | 7-10 p.m. | Cooper’s Hawk Winery, 4230 The Strand | Taste the flavors of Barcelona with Spanish small plates and wine pairings.
• Columbus Clippers vs. Syracuse Mets | Tues., April 12 | 6:15 p.m. | Huntington Park | $15+ ⚾️

Wed., April 13

• Columbus Comedy Showcase | Wed., April 13 | 6:15 p.m. | Columbus Funny Bone, 145 Easton Town Center | $10+ | Catch some of the city’s best comedians in this local showcase. 🎤
• Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Montreal Canadiens | Wed., April 13 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena | $18+ 🏒
• Columbus Clippers vs. Syracuse Mets | Wed., April 13 | 6:15 p.m. | Huntington Park | $15+ ⚾️
• New Moon Meditation | Wed., April 13 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Pinot’s Palette, 691 N. High St. | $35 | Relax with this chill art class + enjoy a glass of wine and paint your heart out. 🎨

Thurs., April 14

• Eli Young Band | Thurs., April 14 | 7 p.m. | The Bluestone, 583 E. Broad St. | $30 | The band is famous for songs like “Crazy Girl” + “Even If It Breaks Your Heart.”
• Sinatra! | Thurs., April 14-Sun., April 17 | Times vary | Southern Theater, 21 E. Main St. | $10+ | Tony Desare will perform classic Frank Sinatra hits while playing the piano.
• Columbus Clippers vs. Syracuse Mets | Thurs., April 14 | 6:15 p.m. | Huntington Park | $15+ ⚾️
• Columbus Career Fair | Thurs., April 14 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Crowne Plaza Columbus North, 6500 Doubletree Ave. | Free | Take out your resume and professional clothes for this in-person career fair + meet plenty of recruiters from industries all over the Columbus area. 💼
• COSI After Dark: Super Villains | Thurs., April 14 | 7-10 p.m. | COSI, 333 W. Broad St. | $20 | Adults are invited to this 21+ night at COSI where cocktails along with all of the science exhibits will be available, including the Marvel Superhero showcase.
• Sushi at Home Cooking Class | Thurs., April 14 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Columbus State Community College, 250 Cleveland Ave. | $95 | Learn the basics to create homemade handrolls, sushi rolls, and nigiri. 🍣
• Bring Your Own Planter | Thurs., April 14 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Oakland Green Interiors Warehouse, 2999 Silver St. | $55 | Bring a common item from your house and transform it into a planter in the spirit of upcycling for Earth Day. 🌱
• Drunk Spelling Bee | Thurs., April 14 | 7:30 p.m. | Oddfellows Liquor Bar, 1038 N. High St. | Free | Register to enter this spelling bee where all the contestants are slightly buzzed. 🥂

Fri., April 15

• Winter Beerfest | Fri., April 15-Sat., April 16 | Times vary | Greater Columbus Convention Center, 400 N. High St. | $55+ | Winter Beerfest is back with 130+ different beers from a variety of breweries after being postponed earlier this year. 🍺
• A Night of Comedy | Fri., April 15 | 7 p.m. | The Walrus, 143 E. Main St. | $20 | It’s a three-for-one special when comedians Brad Kofman, Sohrab Forouzesh and Shaena Rabini come to CBUS.
• Columbus Clippers vs. Syracuse Mets | Fri., April 15 | 6:15 p.m. | Huntington Park | $15+ ⚾️
• Ballroom Dance Party | Fri., April 15 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Emerald City Ballroom, 2890 Festival Lane | $20 | Singles + couples can dance the night away to swing, ballroom, and Latin dance music.

Sat., April 16

• Buckeye Model Train + Railroad Artifacts Show | Sat., April 16 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Ohio Expo Center and State Fairgrounds | $7 | The largest model trail + railroad show is returning to Ohio with vendors, special displays, and tips and tricks for your own designs.
• Columbus Bunny Run | Sat., April 16 | 8 a.m. | Franklin County Fairgrounds, 4100 Columbia St. | $12+ | Hop down to the Fairgrounds for a quarter-mile, half-mile, two mile, or four mile fun run.
• Hilliard Kidsfest | Sat., April 16 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Franklin County Fairgrounds, 5035 Northwest Pkwy. | $22 | Kids can partake in an egg hunt, get photos with the Easter bunny, and visit the petting zoo.
• Columbus Clippers vs. Syracuse Mets | Fri., April 15 | 6:15 p.m. | Huntington Park | $15+ ⚾️
• Columbus Crew vs. Orlando City | Sat., April 16 | 7:30 p.m. | Lower.com Field | $28+ ⚽️

Sun., April 17

• Easter Dinner | Sun., April 17 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | The Keep at LeVeque Tower, 50 W. Broad St. | $45+ | Feast on deviled eggs, brown sugar-glazed ham, carrot cake, and more. 🍽
• Columbus Clippers vs. Syracuse Mets | Sun., April 17 | 1:05 p.m. | Huntington Park | | $15+ ⚾️
• Easter Day Family Skating Party | Sun., April 17 | 2-7 p.m. | United Skates of America, 3362 Refugee Rd. | $8.50+ | Grab your skates and enjoy a fun-filled Easter with family and friends. 🛼

Monday, April 18-Sunday, April 24

Mon., April 18

• Easy Life | Mon., April 18 | 7 p.m. | A&R Music Bar, 391 Neil Ave. | $18+ | This up-and-coming indie pop group from England will play hits from their debut album “Life’s A Beach.” 🎶
• Babytron | Mon., April 18 | 7-11:30 p.m. | Skully’s Music-Diner, 1151 N. High St. | $25+ | Listen to all the new hits from the Detroit rapper on his “Megatron” tour. 🎶

Tues., April 19

• The Eagles | Tues., April 19 | 8 p.m. | Nationwide Arena | $170+ | It’s time to take it easy when The Eagles come to Columbus for their Hotel California 2022 Tour. 🎶
• Champagne + Potato Chip Tasting | Tues., April 19 | 6-9 p.m. | Savor Pint, 4440 Indianola Ave. | $20 | Taste your way through five different champagnes paired with different flavors of potato chips for a unique tasting experience.

Wed., April 20

• Sips & Succulents | Wed., April 20 | 8 p.m. | Taft’s Brewpourium, 440 W. Broad St. | $20 | Celebrate Earth Day early with this planting class + a free beer and planting tools. 🪴
• Clinton Kane | Wed., April 20 | 7 p.m. | PromoWest Productions, 405 Neil Ave. | $40 | Listen to the Australian singer-songwriter play some new music on his “It’ll All Be OK” tour. 🎶

Thurs., April 21

• Southwestern Sunset | Thurs., April 21 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Pinot’s Palette Short North, 691 N. High St. Suite 101 | $35 | Enjoy this relaxing art class and paint pictures inspired by the American southwest, no art experience needed. 🖌

• Elemental: The Science of Fashion Lookbook Launch | Thurs., April 21 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Drake Performance and Event Center, 1849 Cannon Dr. | Free | Be a part of the launch of Ohio State’s Fashion Production Association’s virtual lookbook + enjoy food, drinks, and a silent auction. 👗
• Best Mom Ever Pottery Painting Class | Thurs., April 21 | 6-8 p.m. | uPaint Pottery Studio, 1205 Pottery Studio | $21 | Get ready for Mother’s Day early this year with this plate-painting class + all supplies included. 👩‍👧

Fri., April 22

• Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Ottawa Senators | Fri., April 22 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena | $22+ 🏒
• John Heffron | Fri., April 22-Sat., April 23 | Times vary | Columbus Funny Bone, 145 Easton Town Center | $64+ | Comedian John Heffron, famous for his appearances on various late night TV shows, stops in CBUS for two nights.
• Columbus Jewelry Show | Fri., April 22-Sun., April 24 | Times vary | $6 | Shop your way through a variety of jewelry vendors, manufacturers, and designers.
• Ron White | Fri., April 22 | 8 p.m. | Palace Theatre, 34 W Broad St. | $100+ | Stand-up comedian Ron White is here to crack his best jokes. 🎤

Sat., April 23

• Bert Kreischer | Sat., April 23-Sun., April 24 | 7 p.m. | Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St. | $80+ | Comedian Bert Kreischer brings his hilarious storytelling — and yes, he’ll probably take his shirt off. 🎤
• Wings & Whiskey Crawl | Sat., April 23 | 12-6 p.m. | Park Street Cantina, 491 Park St. | $20+ | Try an endless amount of chicken wings and beer during this all day crawl. 🍗
• Earth Day Columbus | Sat., April 23 | 12-7 p.m. | Genoa Park, 303 E. Broad St. | Free | Join Green Columbus for their annual Central Ohio Earth Day Celebration + enjoy free food, drinks, and music. 🌎

Sun., April 24

• Bill Burr | Sun., April 24 | 7 p.m. | The Schottenstein Center | $59+ | Comedian Bill Burr brings his hot takes, angry complaints, and hilarious personality to CBUS. 🎤
• Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Edmonton Oilers | Sun., April 24 | 1 p.m. | Nationwide Arena | $26+ 🏒
• Gang of Youths | Sun., April 24 | 7-9 p.m. | Newport Music Hall, 1722 N. High St. | $24+ | Listen to all the hits by Gang of Youths on their “Angels in Realtime” tour. 🎤

Monday, April 25-Saturday, April 30

Mon., April 25

• Lights | Mon., April 25 | 7 p.m. | Newport Music Hall, 1722 N. High St. | $26+ | Catch pop artist Lights before her 2022 album release of “PEP.” 🎶
• Adult Writing Workshop | Mon., April 25 | 6-8 p.m. | Thurber Center, 91 Jefferson Ave. | $25+ | Learn how to create inspiring settings and scenes in your writing and some techniques to help you get started. ✍️

Tues., April 26

• Aly + AJ | Tues., April 26 | 7 p.m. | Newport Music Hall, 1722 N. High St. | Pop duo Aly + AJ will perform nostalgic hits like “Potential Breakup Song” and “Like Whoa.” 🎶

Wed., April 27

• Loves Me, Loves Me Not | Wed., April 27 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Pinot’s Palette Short North, 691 N. High St. | $35 | Come paint beautiful pictures of flowers until your heart’s content + enjoy with a glass of wine. 🖌

• Cut the Cord | Wed., April 27 | 7-8 p.m. | Bexley Public Library, 2411 E. Main St. | Free | Come learn how to distance yourself from so much TV watching and the alternatives to it. 📺
• Biffy Clyro | Wed., April 27 | 7 p.m. | Newport Music Hall, 1722 N. High St. | $24.50+ | Rock on with the Scottish rock band + listen to opener Dead Poet Society. 🎸

Thurs., April 28

• Alabama | Thurs., April 28 | 7 p.m. | The Schottenstein Center | $39+ | Hear classics like “Dixieland Delight” + “Song of the South” as Alabama celebrates its 50th year of touring. 🎶
• Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Tampa Bay Lightning | Thurs., April 28 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena | $24+ 🏒
• 2022 Film Columbus Summit on Film and Entertainment | Thurs., April 28 | 1-5 p.m. | Gateway Film Center, 1550 North High Street | Free | Listen to Film Columbus and the Greater Columbus Arts Council lead a discussion on the evolution of film in Columbus. 🎬

Fri., April 29

• Michael Ray | Fri., April 29 | 7-11:45 p.m. | The Bluestone, 583 E. Broad St. | $25 | Come enjoy the tunes of “Whiskey and Rain” country singer Michael Ray + listen to all of his new and old hits. 🎶
• Fontaines D.C. | Fri., April 29 | 7 p.m. | Newport Music Hall, 1722 N. High St. | $23 | Listen to all the hits from the Irish punk band + musical opener Just Mustard. 🎶
• Jared Freid | Fri., April 29 | 7:45 p.m. | Funny Bone, 145 Easton Town Center | $40+ | Laugh the night away with the NYC-based stand-up comedian. 🤣

Sat., April 30

• Journey | Sat., April 30 | 7:30 p.m. | Nationwide Arena | $65+ | Don’t stop believin’ CBUS because Journey is set to perform with Toto as a special guest. 🎶
• David Spade | Sat., April 30 | 7 p.m. | Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St. | $76+ | Comedian + actor David Spade brings his sarcasm to CBUS for a night of laughs.
• Sneaker Freaks Columbus | Sat., April 30 | 1-6 p.m. | Greater Columbus Convention Center, 400 N. High St. | $10+ | Sell/trade up to 12 pairs of sneakers at this limited time sneaker expo. 👟