The local art celebration is now 10 years old, becoming both a spectacle + highlight of some of the best creative minds in Columbus, and it’s back on Saturday, Jan. 27 at the Columbus Museum of Art from 8 p.m. to midnight. Here’s what you can expect:
Art in many forms
Paintings, portraits, and sculptures are just the beginning. The night features musical performances, visual artists, high-end fashion designs, and professional dancers.
Keep an ear out for two Columbus-based artists: Lily Bloom, a pop rocker; and DJ Lady Sandoval, a DJ known for blending decades of hip-hop and R&B. Check out this Q+A the two did with the CMoA leading up to the event.
Creativity will be on full display at Wonderball, from wardrobe to wall art. | Photo by @rookieransom
Black tie affair
Leave the blue jeans at home. Guests must wear black and white attire, and they are encouraged to add touches of gold and silver jewelry or accessories.
If you need some inspiration, virtually visit the Wonderball 2024 store to pick out something extravagant to complete your outfit.
The Columbus Museum is located at 480 E. Broad St. | Photo by Nikole Breanna Prete
Speaking of food, local restaurants range from Aladdin’s to Hai Poke to TownHall. Additionally, local spirits will be on tap, including Jackie O’s craft beers + a selection of Watershed liquor.
Ohio State Men’s Wrestling vs. Michigan | Friday, Jan. 26 | 7 p.m. | Covelli Center, 2640 Fred Taylor Dr., Campus | $40-$305 | The rivalry heats up on the wrestling mats during this Big Ten match up.
Saturday, Jan. 27
“The Devil Wears Prada” Trivia | Saturday, Jan. 27 | 8-10 p.m. | Sotto Terra, 610 Neil Ave., Columbus | $15 | Bring your friends + flex your knowledge on this popular fashionable film.
Sunday, Jan. 28
US Figure Skating: Skating Spectacular | Sunday, Jan. 28 | 7:30 p.m. | Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd., Arena District | $31-$100 | Watch a dazzling performance by talented ice skaters to cap off the week-long competition.
Monday, Jan. 29
Great Smokey Mountains | Monday, Jan. 29 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Pinot’s Palette, 691 N. High St., Short North | $39 | Learn how to paint a beautiful mountain scene with all supplies provided.
Tuesday, Jan. 30
“Dancing With The Stars” Live! | Tuesday, Jan. 30 | 7:30 p.m. | Mershon Auditorium, 1871 N. High St., Campus | $80-$500 | This show features dancers from the hit TV show, including Brandon Armstrong, Rylee Arnold, and Alan Bersten.
Huntington National Bank is selling three downtown buildings for redevelopment. The three locations are: Huntington Bank Building, 14 S. High St.; Wyandotte Building, 21 W. Broad St.; and Huntington Plaza, 37 W. Broad St. A spokesperson stated they hope this contributes to a more livable downtown in the future. (Columbus Business First)
Transit
A new study discovered the proposed Amtrak passenger rails could generate upwards of $48 million in revenue in its first year of operation. The study also estimates the rail would generate roughly $9 million to $16 million per year after the first year. (The Columbus Dispatch)
Real Estate
Ohio was ranked as the fifth easiest state to sell a home, according to a study by Agent Advice. The online real estate company analyzed sales across the US via Zillow, noting it took roughly 66 days for Ohioans to fully sell their home. (NBC4)
Concert
Joe Jackson, a five-time Grammy nominee, will perform a two-part show at the Davidson Theatre on Sunday, May 26. Tickets start at $40 and go on sale today at 10 a.m.
Arts
A new mural is on display at the Ohio Statehouse, featuring the four iconic astronauts from Ohio who each made space history. These four accomplished Ohioans — John Glenn, Neil Armstrong, Jim Lovell, and Judith Resnik — are known as the state’s “Mount Rushmore of astronauts.” (10TV)
Biz
Location, a St. Louis-based commercial real estate company, opened its first Ohio office at 1669 W. Lane Ave. in Upper Arlington. This new office will be used for business development, listings, and brokerages. (Columbus Business First)
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Newport Music Hall to host Taylor Swift-themed dance party
Taylor Swift performs during her “Reputation Stadium Tour” in May 2018. | Photo via Wiki Commons
Taylor Swift is everywhere — movie theaters, international stages, NFL games, and even Newport Music Hall.
Well, kind of. The local music venue is leaning into the T-Swift hype with an all-night dance party featuring her music exclusively on Friday, April 19 starting at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 (or $20 if purchased day of the show) and are on sale now.
What can you expect? The 18+ night is hosted by Taylor Swift Night, a national event group with experience in the game. They will spin records of all her different hits, ranging from “Speak Now” to “Folklore” — and you better believe they are all Taylor’s Version.
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A colorful box of bonbons, a heart-shaped peanut butter bar, or any other small business-made chocolate to indulge and treat yourself this weekend. Don’t forget to add a hot cocoa bomb to cart, too.
I know this 50º weather seems too good to be true, but that isn’t going to stop me from enjoying it. After researching the warmest and coldest winters on-record, anything above freezing is just fine in my book — even if it’s just for a day or two.
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