Located in the Arena District of Columbus, Nationwide Arena is a multipurpose venue that has hosted numerous ice hockey and basketball games on collegiate and professional levels. It has also been the site of prominent Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) events and WWE shows and routinely hosts the Arnold Classic, a fitness event run by actor Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Time your visit to Nationwide Arena for an exciting Columbus Blue Jackets ice hockey game as they compete for the NHL’s coveted Stanley Cup. You can also witness NCAA basketball or catch special music events by the likes of KISS, Justin Timberlake, Cher and Twenty One Pilots.
You’ll find it easy to grab a meal before or after your event, thanks to the surrounding restaurants, including Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant, Sandman’s Cheesesteak and Boston's Restaurant & Sports Bar. Want to spice up your evening? Upgrade to premium seating, such as a Party Tower, Suite or Loge Box.
Getting around Nationwide Arena
Nationwide Arena is about five minutes’ drive or 20 minutes’ walk from the centre of Columbus. The arena is a short walk from bus stops along North High Street, which are serviced by the Cbus and Cmax buses. You can drive there in 15 minutes from John Glenn Columbus International Airport.