Top Columbus Sporting Event Venues
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Choosing your sporting event venue will be one of the most important steps in the planning process. So much goes into finding the perfect venue in Columbus. You’ll want to consider everything from the aesthetics of the space to any in-house amenities and services. Luckily, PartySlate makes it easy with our Find Venues page. Use the filters to narrow your search — taking into account everything from your guest count to specific catering preferences. Once you’ve set your filters, scroll down to search our curated list. Look for the “featured” tag for PartySlate’s top recommendations. With PartySlate, finding your ideal Columbus venue has never been easier.
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Mansfield Art Center
700 Marion Ave, Mansfield, OH 44906, USA- Spaces for 150 Guests
The Mansfield Art Center sits on 8 wooded acres in Mansfield, Ohio, inside a sculptural white building designed by architect Don Hisaka and completed in 1971. The design earned a Progressive Architecture National Citation Award that same year, and in 2014 the Ohio Historical Society named it one of the top 100 historical buildings in the state. The Center traces its roots to 1945, when it began as the Mansfield Fine Arts Guild, hosting exhibitions and classes around Richland County before settling into its permanent home. Today the Center's gallery spaces and three-season pavilion host weddings, receptions, anniversaries, graduation parties, class reunions, and business meetings amid the building's modern architecture and wooded surroundings. A 2021 expansion added a new Education Wing with vaulted ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows, housing a glassblowing hot shop and ceramic studio alongside the Center's galleries. The facility is wheelchair accessible, with power-assist doors, an elevator connecting its two floors, and accessible restrooms.
Grotto Hall Catering
747 S Main St, Mansfield, OH 44907, USA- Spaces for 300 Guests
Grotto Hall Mansfield is an event venue and banquet hall at 747 South Main Street in Mansfield, Ohio, situated just off State Route 13 and minutes from US 71. Hotels, restaurants, and shopping are close by, making it a practical destination for guests arriving from around the region. The hall hosts a variety of private events, including wedding receptions, graduation parties, birthday celebrations, bridal showers, and baby showers — offering an affordable, flexible setting for gatherings of many kinds. Hall rentals begin at $550. The venue is unavailable for private bookings on Sundays, Tuesdays, and the first Friday of each month.
Hilton Columbus/Polaris
8700 Lyra Dr, Columbus, OH 43240, USA- Spaces for 450 Guests
The Hilton Columbus/Polaris is north Columbus's premier full-service hotel — a thoughtfully designed property that welcomes guests with natural earth tones, warm wood, stone, and generous natural light throughout. Contemporary and inviting in equal measure, it is the region's standout choice for both celebrated stays and exceptional events. For weddings, galas, and private receptions, the hotel is genuinely hard to match. A spacious, pillar-free ballroom divides into flexible configurations and is complemented by boardrooms and pre-function areas, combining to host celebrations of up to 550 guests. Expert on-site event planners manage every detail — catering, A/V, and custom special requests — so that each event unfolds exactly as imagined. The full-service experience is remarkable at every turn. The hotel's incredible on-site restaurant and bar, 17 Arrows Craft Kitchen & Bar, brings inspired cuisine and cocktails to every occasion. A seasonal patio with firepits, an indoor pool, and a full fitness center make the hotel a destination in itself. Positioned right beside Polaris Fashion Place and just off I-71, the Hilton Columbus/Polaris is where north Columbus celebrates.
Crowne Plaza Columbus North-Worthington
6500 Doubletree Ave, Columbus, OH 43229, USA- Spaces for 30-1,000 Guests
- 9 Hotels
- 2 Ballrooms
- 9 Total Spaces
Crowne Plaza Columbus North-Worthington is a full-service hotel in Columbus, Ohio, offering more than 20,000 square feet of flexible event space across multiple rooms and function areas. The hotel's two flagship venues — the Grand Ballroom and the Grand Pavilion — together accommodate events of up to 1,000 guests. The 7,500-square-foot Grand Ballroom features air walls that allow the room to be configured in sections for smaller gatherings or opened fully for large celebrations and weddings. The Grand Pavilion is a 4,800-square-foot climate-controlled tent venue connected directly to the hotel, with windows along two sides and a maximum capacity of 350 guests. For weddings, rehearsal dinners, galas, and corporate events, the hotel pairs its spaces with dedicated event planners and in-house catering. Complimentary parking and 300 on-site guest rooms make the Crowne Plaza Columbus North a practical anchor for celebrations with out-of-town guests.
Copper Lodge Hall at FOP Lodge No. 9
6800 Schrock Hill Ct, Columbus, OH 43229, USA- Spaces for 200 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
Copper Lodge Hall at FOP Lodge No. 9 is a banquet and event venue in Columbus, Ohio, serving brides, private party hosts, businesses, and event planners across central Ohio. Situated inside the Fraternal Order of Police Capital City Lodge at the corner of Schrock Road and Cleveland Avenue, the facility encompasses a spacious main hall, a fully equipped bar and lounge, and a pergola-covered outdoor patio. The Main Hall spans 2,722 square feet and features vaulted ceilings in the entryway, crystal chandeliers, wood-look flooring, and brick accent walls. The space accommodates up to 200 guests and comes furnished with 20 round tables, 20 banquet-length classroom tables, more than 200 chairs, and a dance floor. A surround sound system and projection equipment are also included with every rental. Adjacent to the main hall, the Bar and Lounge opens through French doors onto a pergola-covered patio, providing a natural setting for cocktail hours or a dedicated lounge area. The venue permits outside caterers and vendors, giving planners full flexibility over menus and décor. The facility is wheelchair accessible and offers a large on-site parking lot.
The DoubleTree Suites & Capital Club of Columbus
50 S Front St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA- Spaces for 150 Guests
Express Live
405 Neil Ave, Columbus, OH 43215, USA- Spaces for 2,200-5,200 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
- 2 Theaters
- 1 Event Space
KEMBA Live! — formerly Express Live! — is a multi-purpose event and entertainment venue in Columbus's Arena District, located at 405 Neil Avenue adjacent to Nationwide Arena and Huntington Park. Designed as the first indoor and outdoor concert venue in America, the facility features a one-of-a-kind reversible stage alongside state-of-the-art acoustical and lighting systems built into its industrial-architecture framework. The venue operates three independent spaces: an indoor music hall accommodating up to 2,200 guests, an outdoor amphitheater with capacity for 5,200 guests, and a connecting plaza. This range of scale makes the facility adaptable for events from 100 to 5,000 attendees — from corporate meetings and holiday parties to large-scale galas, proms, fashion shows, and weddings. The industrial setting can be transformed into formal ballroom arrangements, and built-in production systems are available for events requiring A/V support. When needed, events can extend to two adjacent venues — A&R Music Bar and The Basement — both part of the PromoWest portfolio and connected to the main facility. The venue hosts approximately 110 events annually, drawing over 275,000 guests each year.
Amelita Mirolo Barn
4395 Carriage Hill Ln, Upper Arlington, OH 43220, USA- Spaces for 150 Guests
- 1 Barn
- 1 Historic Space
- 1 Park
The Amelita Mirolo Barn is a timber-frame event hall set within Upper Arlington's Sunny 95 Park, where hand-hewn oak beams from an 1838 structure create a striking contrast with a bright, modern interior. The original barn was built by Thomas Legg near Reed and Fishinger roads, relocated in 1928, and preserved through community advocacy during Sunny 95 Park's 2007 development. The Ohio Timber Framers Guild completed the hand-raising of the timber frame in 2010. The 3,700-square-foot main hall accommodates up to 150 guests for weddings, family reunions, business retreats, birthday parties, and civic gatherings. Tables, padded banquet chairs, and a full AV package — projection, LCD displays, wireless and lapel microphones, and Wi-Fi — are included with rental. A kitchen equipped with refrigeration, warming, and ice supports catering operations, and the venue maintains a list of permitted caterers. An outdoor trellis and patio overlook a pond and provide additional gathering space adjacent to the main hall.
Sheraton Columbus Hotel at Capitol Square
75 E State St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA- Spaces for 800 Guests
- 1 Hotel
- 1 Ballroom
The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square occupies a prominent position in the heart of downtown Columbus, directly across from the Ohio Statehouse and within walking distance of the Ohio Theatre and the Greater Columbus Convention Center. The hotel offers 16,686 square feet of flexible event space spread across nine meeting venues, ranging from intimate boardrooms to the Governor's Ballroom — the property's largest space, accommodating up to 800 guests beneath 14-foot coffered ceilings, grand chandeliers, and floor-to-ceiling windows. The Congressional Ballroom provides a distinct alternative, with 10-foot ceilings and a private outdoor patio overlooking Columbus Commons, offering natural light and downtown views. The Plaza Restaurant and Lounge, located on the second floor, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner alongside a full-service bar — a convenient resource for pre- and post-event dining. Professional event planners and personalized catering menus are available to support gatherings of all sizes.
Phenix Banquet Center
2101 Noe Bixby Rd, Columbus, OH 43232, USA- Spaces for 100-300 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
- 2 Event Spaces
Phenix Banquet Center is an event venue in Columbus, Ohio, set on over ten acres of private property that blends rustic nature with elegant decor. The venue's character — city living with a farm rustic flair — carries through four distinct indoor spaces and a rustic outdoor lawn, all just minutes from downtown Columbus, the airport, and major highways. Indoors, the Athena Ballroom hosts events for up to 250 guests, appointed with five chandeliers, an integrated stage, and a parquet wood dance floor. The Apollo Lounge accommodates up to 100 guests for more intimate gatherings and connects to an Edison-lit outdoor deck. Atlas Hall offers a budget-friendly alternative with a stage and dance area for up to 250 guests. Outside, the property features a spacious lawn surrounded by mature trees, a playground, and the largest horseshoe court in Central Ohio. Phenix Banquet Center hosts weddings, corporate events, fundraisers, concerts, comedy shows, seminars, and community celebrations.
Worthington Hills Country Club
920 Clubview Blvd S, Columbus, OH 43235, USA- Spaces for 250 Guests
Worthington Hills Country Club is a member-owned private club in Columbus, Ohio, with more than 55 years of history. It pairs the tradition of a private club with a warm, family-oriented atmosphere, blending classic club elegance with casual style across its golf course, tennis courts, pool, and dining venues. The club's grand ballroom is the centerpiece of its event offerings, with vaulted ceilings and expansive windows overlooking the golf course. Filled with natural light and finished in neutral tones, the space suits everything from understated ceremonies to fully customized receptions, and the club also offers indoor and outdoor ceremony locations on the golf course grounds. Couples and event hosts work directly with the Executive Chef and event team to build a menu tailored to the occasion, from cocktail receptions to plated dinners. The club hosts weddings, rehearsal dinners, showers, corporate events, and private celebrations, and membership is not required to book its banquet facilities. Groups from 8 to 250 guests can be accommodated, and the club's Catering Sales Manager guides hosts through room setup, timeline, and menu planning.
Wexner Park
7860 Bevelhymer Rd, New Albany, OH 43054, USA- Spaces for 60 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
- 1 Garden
- 1 Park
Wexner Park is a 2.2-acre community park in New Albany, Ohio, operated by New Albany Parks & Recreation. The park is built around Davis Commons, a formal lawn and pergola setting, and a pavilion with a stone fireplace, serving kitchen, and restrooms, making it a versatile spot for family gatherings, community events, and small weddings. The pavilion accommodates up to 60 guests and includes six large picnic tables that seat 36 to 42 people, with room for hosts to bring in additional tables and chairs. A multi-age playground sits adjacent to the pavilion, and the fireplace is available for use with guest-supplied firewood. Rentals are available to residents of the New Albany-Plain Local School District, with reservations required two weeks or more in advance for groups of 20 or more.