Have some free time this upcoming week? Wondering what to do, where to go or what to eat in downtown Columbus? Here is the Columbus Arena District Digest for the week of August 5, 2019:

Music

Music at the Yard

Thursday, August 8 | First Avenue Park | 4:30 PM

Looking to check out some great local bands? The Grandview Heights Public Library and Grandview Heights Parks & Rec have announced the first-ever Music at the Yard—a free summer concert series at Grandview Yard’s First Avenue Park just around the corner from the Arena District! First to play in the series is Columbus Americana/ folk band, Clarence White and the Johnny Appleseeds. Come out and enjoy this free concert at Grandview Yard.

Billy Currington

Thursday, August 8 | EXPRESS LIVE! | 7:00 PM

Put on your boots, grab your cowboy hat and join Billy Currington as he takes the stage at EXPRESS LIVE! The country music star will be joined by special guest, Renee Blair! With hits like ‘People Are Crazy’, ‘Must Be Doin’ Somethin’ Right’ and ‘Pretty Good at Drinkin’ Beer’, he’ll be sure to have you singing along all night long. Grab your tickets here.

Beast Coast: Escape from New York Tour

Saturday, August 10 | EXPRESS LIVE! | 6:00 PM

Beast Coast—collectively made up of Joey Bada$$, Flatbush Zombies, The Underachievers, Kirk Knight, Nyck Caution, Powers Pleasant and CJ Fly—will make a stop at downtown Columbus’ EXPRESS LIVE! this weekend! Their Escape from New York tour will feature hype hits from their new album. Get your tickets today!

Sports

Columbus Clippers vs. Pawtucket Red Sox / Buffalo Bisons

Tuesday – Sunday | Huntington Park | Various Times

Get ready, Columbus baseball fans—the Clippers will be playing nearly every night this week! First up, the Clippers will be playing the Pawtucket Red Sox, and will close the week off with three games against the Buffalo Bisons. There’s no better way to enjoy summer baseball in downtown Columbus!

Special Clippers promotions throughout the week include:

• Tuesday, August 6 | 7:05 PM
  • Military and First Responders Night
  • Dime-A-Dog Night
  • Mike Clevinger Bobble Head Giveaway
• Wednesday, August 7 | 7:05 PM
  • $1 Wednesdays
  • Remembering the Columbus Jets
• Thursday, August 8 | 12:05 PM
  • Thirsty Thursday
  • Business Day Special
  • College ID Night
• Friday, August 9 | 7:15 PM
  • $5 Brewfest & Winefest
  • Pizza Night at the Ballpark
  • Party-at-the-Park
  • ZOOperstars Appearance
  • Presentando los Veleros de Columbus
• Saturday, August 10 | 7:15 PM
  • AAA Member Night
  • FIREWORKS!!
  • Party-at-the-Park
  • MARVEL Super Hero Night
  • Spin to Win Ohio Lottery
• Sunday, August 11 | 4:05 PM
  • Senior Sundays
  • Commit to be Fit Fun Run
  • Family Day Sunday

Food

$5 Classic Burger Night

Wednesday, August 7 | Half Pint Columbus | 5 – 10 PM

Treat yourself this Wednesday to a $5 classic cheeseburger, cooked anyway you like! Served with a side of freshly made chips, this meal would pair perfectly with one of their tasty on-tap brews! Be sure to check out all of the Half Pint’s specials.

Events

Farmers Market

Thursday, August 8 | Battelle Plaza | 11 AM – 1:30 PM

Make a stop at Arena District’s Battelle Plaza this Thursday for the weekly Farmers Market! Happening from 11 AM to 1:30 PM, you’ll be sure to find something fresh, local and delicious. Every week features something different, and by shopping you’ll be supporting local vendors!

What We’re Looking Forward To:

Queen + Adam Lambert: The Rhapsody Tour

Tuesday, August 13 | Nationwide Arena | 8 PM

Join world famous band, Queen, and  American Idol winner Adam Lambert as they hit Nationwide Arena next week! The Rhapsody Tour will rock your world as these two amazing artists collide for what is going to be a night to remember. Partake in this epic memory and grab your tickets today.

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Stay tuned for our next edition of Arena District Digest!