The Commons

The Commons BUILDING HOURS:
Sunday - Saturday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM The Commons is a community gathering place in the heart of downtown Columbus.

Building on the strong foundation of the original structure, The Commons opened in April 2011 as a 21st century model for public gatherings and use by the community. The new structure features an expanded indoor playground, complete with a Luckey climber, expanded Miller-Tangeman Lobby featuring Chaos, a Jean Tinguely sculpture created for the original Commons, the Nugent-Custer Performance Hall,

The Patio and the Xenia Miller Conference Room (free for not-for-profit organizations to use). For information about rentals of any of The Commons areas, contact The Commons at (812) 376-2681.

Join us to celebrate culture and diversity at the Día de Mu***os Festival, proudly presented by Columbus Signature Acade...
11/02/2025

Join us to celebrate culture and diversity at the Día de Mu***os Festival, proudly presented by Columbus Signature Academy New Tech on Tuesday, November 4th!
Experience delicious food, traditional dances, live performances, music, vibrant altars, art exhibits, and family-friendly activities that honor and remember our loved ones in a colorful community gathering.

We are ONE week away!!!
11/01/2025

We are ONE week away!!!

The 16th Annual Wine-A-Ree is this Saturday!!🍷 This beloved tradition brings together wineries, breweries, distilleries,...
10/30/2025

The 16th Annual Wine-A-Ree is this Saturday!!🍷
This beloved tradition brings together wineries, breweries, distilleries, and food vendors for an evening of tastings, fellowship, and fun! VIP - 12pm-1pm ---GA 1pm-5pm
Your ticket isn’t just admission to an unforgettable evening—it’s an investment in the future of local youth. Proceeds from Wine-A-Ree directly support programming and activities for Scouting families in our community, giving more kids the chance to grow in leadership, character, and adventure.
Tickets: https://scoutingevent.com/145-94036

10/30/2025

✨Experience Broadway magic with Tony nominee Max von Essen (An American in Paris, Chicago, Anastasia, Evita)! Max’s soaring tenor and timeless charm shine in an evening of unforgettable songs and stories—joined by music director and jazz legend Billy Stritch.

📍The Commons — 300 Washington St., Columbus, IN
⏰Doors: 6:45 PM | Show: 7:30 PM
Check out Max: https://www.thecip.org/events/max-von-essen/ or click the link in our bio!

Series Title Sponsors: Christine & Mike Elwood
Series Co-Sponsors: Victoria Craig Griffin & Christopher Raskob
Series Media Sponsor: The Republic
Cabaret Sponsor: Jorge & Judy Morales
Piano Sponsor: WWA Planning & Investments
Photography Sponsor: Baylor Photography
Virtuoso Sponsor: Tracy L Haddad Foundation

Activities are made possible in part by the Columbus Area Arts Council, Indiana Arts Commission, a state agency, and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.

Stop by this Friday!
10/27/2025

Stop by this Friday!

10/27/2025

Check out Visit Columbus, Indiana and their Windows that WOW contribution! 🧌

🐙🐙Our Windows that WOW window display has a new star—and he’s got eight arms but no name! That’s where YOU come in!Drop ...
10/24/2025

🐙🐙Our Windows that WOW window display has a new star—and he’s got eight arms but no name! That’s where YOU come in!

Drop your best name idea in the comments below. Whether it’s clever, quirky, or just plain fun we want to hear it! We’ll shortlist the contenders and let the community vote next week. Let’s give this cephalopod a name to remember.

While you’re downtown, don’t miss the other wowing window displays!

10/23/2025

🥁 Huge Announcement! 🥁

Turning Point is back with the third annual Not-So Family Feud on Thursday, November 13th at The Commons. Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with laughter, fun, and friendly competition as six local “celebrity” teams take the stage.

This year’s featured teams include returning champs from Centra Credit Union, Agresta, Storms, & O'Leary, Cummins Inc, Toyota Forklift, Johnson-Witkemper, Inc. Insurance Services, and The Office of Downtown Development. We’ll be sharing team highlights each week, so stay tuned.

🎫Purchase your tickets here: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/NSFF2025
⭐Vote for your favorite team here: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/NSFFvote

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300 Washington Street
Columbus, IN
47201

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 9pm
Tuesday 7am - 9pm
Wednesday 7am - 9pm
Thursday 7am - 9pm
Friday 7am - 10pm
Saturday 7am - 10pm
Sunday 10am - 8pm

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