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 December 23, 2019:

Sports

Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Chicago Blackhawks

Sunday, December 29 | Nationwide Arena | 5:00 PM

Celebrate the New Year at Nationwide Arena this Sunday as the Columbus Blue Jackets face off against the Chicago Blackhawks. Back in October, the Blue Jackets lost to the Blackhawks after the game was sent into overtime—cheer on the home team during this revenge game. There will also be an Upper Deck trading card giveaway for all fans. Find your tickets and come support our team as we sound-off 2020 with a buzzer.

Music

Trans-Siberian Orchestra 2019

Thursday, December 26 | Nationwide Arena | 8 PM

Coming this Thursday to Nationwide Arena, the Hallmark Channel presents the Trans-Siberian Orchestra and their winter tour, Christmas Eve and Other Stories. TSO brings back all-new version of this original production from their best-selling album, the likes of which haven’t been performed in over eight years. Come watch this show of epic holiday proportions as rock and classical music come together in an unforgettable display of Christmas spirit. Get your tickets and get ready to rock!

What We’re Looking Forward To

Team Tory Presents Ohio Combat League 5

Saturday, January 4 | EXPRESS LIVE! | 6:30 PM

Coming Saturday to EXPRESS LIVE! It’s the fifth installment of Ohio Combat League brought to you by Team Tory! Come watch a spectacle of mixed martial arts fighting and see Ohio’s rising stars and veterans compete in a night of full contact sport. Grab your tickets for this event and be sure to check out these amazing fights!

____

Once again, happy holidays and stay tuned for our next edition of Arena District Digest!