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We’re jumping for joy this June with all of the exciting events taking place. We won’t waste your time, either — here are our top 25 events to add to your calendar.
Tuesday, June 4-Sunday, June 9
- The Memorial Tournament | Tuesday, June 4-Sunday, June 9 | Times vary | Muirfield Village Golf Club | $40-$200 | Fans can watch players practice at the start of the week before the tournament officially starts on Thursday.
- Columbus Crew II vs. New England | Thursday, June 6 | 6 p.m. | Lower.com Field | $10 | Cheer on the Crew’s developmental soccer club before starting your weekend.
- International Gem & Jewelry Show | Friday, June 7-Sunday, June 9 | 12-5 p.m. | Ohio Expo Center | $8 | Shop directly from reputable wholesalers and manufacturers at this three-day sale.
- Columbus Summer Wine Fest | Saturday, June 8 | 1-7 p.m. | McFerson Commons Park | $20-$35 | Shop from local vendors, listen to live music, and sip top-notch bottles of red and white wine.
- 5K Beer Run | Saturday, June 8 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Parsons North Brewing | $35-$50 | Walk, jog, or run this 5K that ends with a party at the brewery.
Monday, June 10-Sunday, June 16
- Disney’s “The Lion King” | Wednesday, June 12-Saturday, June 22 | Times vary | Ohio Theatre | $40-$110 | Bring the family to this musical adaptation of one of the most popular Disney films of all time.
- Lionel Richie + Earth, Wind, and Fire | Thursday, June 13 | 7:30 p.m. | Schottenstein Center | $40-$500 | Sing and dance all night to these iconic performers that rose to fame in the 1970s.
- Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival | Friday, June 14-Sunday, June 16 | Times vary | Creekside Plaza | $10-$30 | Listen to music on three different stages + enjoy food from regional food trucks and vendors.
- Joey Fatone & AJ McLean | Friday, June 14 | 7:30 p.m. | Mershon Auditorium | $55-$145 | Both *NYSNC + Backstreet Boys will be played at this crossover show bubbling with nostalgia.
- Columbus Pride March | Saturday, June 15 | 10:30 a.m. | Broad Street + High Street | Free | Watch this 42-year tradition march in support of the LGBTQ+ community.
- Juneteenth on the Ave | Saturday, June 15 | 12-6 p.m. | Along Mt. Vernon Avenue | Free | Commemorate this federal holiday with Black performers, artists, and business owners.
- Daniel Tosh | Sunday, June 16 | 5 p.m. + 8 p.m. | Mershon Auditorium | $45-$95 | This stand-up comedian is best known for his long-running show, “TOSH.O” where he reacted to popular internet videos.
Monday, June 17-Sunday, June 23
- Juneteenth Commemoration | Wednesday, June 19 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Kings Art Complex | Free | A variety of activities are being hosted to commemorate a special date in history for Black Americans.
- Picnic with the Pops | Saturday, June 22 | 6-8 p.m. | Columbus Commons | $0-$13 | Kids can sing and dance along to the Columbus Symphony in an open green space.
- Buckeye Country Superfest | Saturday, June 22 | 3 p.m. | Ohio Stadium | $75-$355 | Throw on your cowboy boots and get ready to line dance to popular country musicians.
- Donny Osmond | Saturday, June 22 | 7:30 p.m. | Schottenstein Center | $67-$167 | This acclaimed singer and songwriter has earned 33 gold records and has sold 100+ million albums worldwide.
- Columbus Crew vs. Sporting Kansas City | 7:30 p.m. | Lower.com Field | $50-$650 | We’re expecting a big win in this game as the Crew hosts one of the worst teams in the MLS.
Columbus defeated Cincinnati in the final match they played against each other last year. | Photo via Columbus Crew
Monday, June 24-Sunday, June 30
- Mo Rocca | Tuesday, June 25 | 7-8 p.m. | Columbus College of Art and Design | $35-$49 | Listen to an inspiring collection of stories that celebrates the fascinating triumphs of famous people who made their biggest marks late in life.
- Columbus Clippers vs. Omaha Storm Chasers | Tuesday, June 25-Sunday, June 30 | Times vary | Huntington Park | $8-$24 | Enjoy a range of discounts and specials each night, such as Thirsty Thursday with $5 soda, beer, and wine.
- AJR | Friday, June 28 | 7:30 p.m. | Nationwide Arena | $50-$150 | This indie-pop band has 9+ million monthly listeners on Spotify, with hits like “World’s Smallest Violin.”
- ComFest | Friday, June 28-Sunday, June 30 | Times vary | Goodale Park | Free | Celebrate all things local at this community festival that has been a CBUS tradition for 50+ years.