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About Celeste Center

Celeste Center is a versatile arena and exhibition venue located at the Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds in Columbus, Ohio. With a concert-capable footprint of 10,200 seats and a floor area around 60,000 square feet, it hosts everything from major concerts to trade shows and banquets. The venue is sometimes branded as WCOL Celeste Center during events, reflecting its dynamic use and strong ties to the local entertainment scene.

Whether you’re here for a headline concert, an expo, or a community event, we’ve got you covered with practical seating info, parking guidance, transit options, and nearby partner hotels and dining to enhance your visit.

Plan ahead: Celeste Center sits within the Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds, making it a straightforward drive or transit option for residents and visitors of Columbus. For concerts, expect amphitheater-style seating due to a relatively low ceiling, with sections commonly labeled 100, 200, and 300. On-site parking is available with event-based fees (typical Expo Center rates around the best available price per vehicle; larger events may differ). Local transit is served by Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA), with schedules available to help you reach the venue without hassle.

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Secure your seats early for concerts, trade shows, and special events. We’ve got you with easy, no-fuss access to tickets and trusted local recommendations.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 717 East 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211.
  • Capacity: 10,200 seats (concert hall configuration; floor space ~60,000 sq ft).
  • Venue type: multipurpose arena/exhibition center within the Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds.
  • Seating chart: concerts typically amphitheater-style due to a relatively low ceiling; sections commonly labeled 100/200/300.
  • Parking: on-site parking with fees that vary by event (typical Expo Center rates; ~$7+ per vehicle; larger events may differ).
  • Transit: served by Central Ohio transit; COTA bus schedules available for access to the site.
  • Nearby hotels: partner hotel discounts available (e.g., Fairfield Inn & Suites OSU, Hilton Garden Inn Columbus University Area).
  • Notable events hosted: Ohio State Fair concerts (e.g., Christina Aguilera in 2000); ongoing fair-season concerts (e.g., Weird Al Yankovic 2026 tour) and various trade shows and banquets.
  • Renaming/branding: sometimes branded as WCOL Celeste Center during events.