Columbus Commons

Columbus Commons The six-acre urban backdrop for the things you love here in Downtown Columbus. With 200+ events a year, there's something for everyone.

Columbus Commons is a six-acre green space located in Downtown Columbus featuring world-class gardens, grand lawns, the Columbus Bicentennial Pavilion and walking paths. The Bosque in the southern end of the park includes restrooms, a hand-carved carousel, bistro tables and chairs and two park cafes: Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams and Tortilla Street Food. Managed by Downtown Columbus, Inc., Columbus

Commons serves as a thriving gathering place and hosts nearly 250 community events during the April-October season, including concerts, races, festivals, Family Fun days, movies, Food Truck Food Court, outdoor fitness classes and more.

The lights aren’t going anywhere just yet! You can still enjoy Wanderlights every day this winter until February 15 🌟
01/13/2026

The lights aren’t going anywhere just yet! You can still enjoy Wanderlights every day this winter until February 15 🌟

The Underground Garage elevator is BACK IN SERVICE 👏It’s out with the old & in with the new! The new elevator is now fas...
12/17/2025

The Underground Garage elevator is BACK IN SERVICE 👏

It’s out with the old & in with the new! The new elevator is now faster and more reliable than ever, ensuring the BEST experience for you! 🤩💚 but wait there’s more...

You can now RESERVE YOUR PARKING SPOT ONLINE 🤯➡️ Just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, you can reserve a spot for the Underground Garage! Visit our website (link in bio) to pay ahead and get your QR code to scan at entry and exit 🚗

🚌 Or get here with ! All Downtown routes (Lines 1–12, 102 and CMAX) stop just steps from the Commons, making it easy to arrive for all the holiday fun.

Feeling incredibly grateful for our amazing park partners! 💚🙏As the year winds down, we can’t help but reflect on the ge...
12/15/2025

Feeling incredibly grateful for our amazing park partners! 💚🙏

As the year winds down, we can’t help but reflect on the generosity of our park partners. With their support, Columbus Commons was able to host over 200 FREE events this year, bringing joy, fun, and connection to the Downtown Columbus community. We truly couldn’t do it without them!🥰

If you’re interested in becoming a park partner in 2026 and helping us create even more unforgettable experiences, reach out via the link in our bio!👏

If you still have some holiday shopping to do, you’re not alone 👀 The Good Market will be back this Friday & Saturday d...
12/11/2025

If you still have some holiday shopping to do, you’re not alone 👀 The Good Market will be back this Friday & Saturday during Wander Nights 🌟

The vendors rotate every week, so you’ll find a variety of products from small businesses like glassware, jewelry, pet products, plants, sweet treats, and clothing 🪴🐾 🍰

It’s a great way to find a unique gift for everyone on your list! 🛍️

✨The Good Market during Wander Nights
📍Find them set up by the Ohio Theatre in the breezeway
🗓️December 12, 13, 19 & 20
🕔5-8pm!

THE WANDERLIGHTS COUNTDOWN BEGINS 🌟❄️We are just TWO weeks away from Wanderlights illuminating the park and Downtown!
11/07/2025

THE WANDERLIGHTS COUNTDOWN BEGINS 🌟❄️

We are just TWO weeks away from Wanderlights illuminating the park and Downtown!

Some more Wanderlights additions around the park 👀✨🪄The lights turn on for the season starting Friday, November 21! Who’...
10/28/2025

Some more Wanderlights additions around the park 👀✨🪄

The lights turn on for the season starting Friday, November 21! Who’s ready?!

The LAST DAY for Food Truck Food Court in 2025 is Thursday, Oct 30🚨🍴All good things must come to an end....but thankfull...
10/23/2025

The LAST DAY for Food Truck Food Court in 2025 is Thursday, Oct 30🚨🍴

All good things must come to an end....but thankfully, there is still one last time before we say goodbye to the lunch time superstar 🍽️🍕🍛🥗🍔

Come show some love to fan-favorite food trucks from 11am-2pm next Thursday! Plus, enjoy the final Breakfast at the Commons of the season on Wednesday, Oct 29 from 8am-12pm 🧈

If you're a food truck fanatic like us, we're sure you've also looked forward to every Thursday this season. We'll be back in 2026 before you know it 💚
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Howl-O-Ween had our tails wagging with fun! 🎃🐶 Thanks to all the furry friends for showing up to take photos, play, pain...
10/18/2025

Howl-O-Ween had our tails wagging with fun! 🎃🐶

Thanks to all the furry friends for showing up to take photos, play, paint, and parade in their Halloween costumes! 🐾👻

Did you catch Winston and Ashley on Good Day Columbus this morning? 👀🐕🕶️ Winston was all dressed up in anticipation of H...
10/14/2025

Did you catch Winston and Ashley on Good Day Columbus this morning? 👀🐕🕶️

Winston was all dressed up in anticipation of Howl-o-Ween happening this Saturday! It'll be a day for dogs with dog-friendly activities, “trick-for-treat” stations, food trucks, a live DJ, and a doggy costume contest! All for free.

No pup? No problem. All dog lovers are invited to join in on the fun. Find more event details here: https://columbuscommons.org/event/howl-o-ween/

Check out the FOX 28 Columbus clip here: https://myfox28columbus.com/good-day-columbus/happy-howl-o-ween-halloween-fall-autumn-event-columbus-commons-ohio-events-festival-dogs-pups-puppies-animals-trick-or-treat-costume-downtown

10/09/2025

pov: it’s Thursday night and you’re going to see a free Halloween movie with your best friends :’)

yes, free movies & popcorn every Thursday in October!

Address

160 S High Street
Columbus, OH
43215

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 11pm
Tuesday 7am - 11pm
Wednesday 7am - 11pm
Thursday 7am - 11pm
Friday 7am - 11pm
Saturday 7am - 11pm
Sunday 7am - 11pm

Telephone

(614) 545-4701

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