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Nationwide Arena Tickets

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Columbus, OH

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About Nationwide Arena

Nationwide Arena is a premier multi-purpose arena in downtown Columbus, Ohio. With a rich history hosting major events—from NHL hockey to large-scale concerts—the venue blends accessibility, convenience, and a straightforward ticketing experience. Here’s your insider guide to seating, parking, transportation, and nearby lodging and dining to help you secure your seats with confidence.

Location matters—and Nationwide Arena puts you steps from downtown Columbus amenities, with easy access by car, transit, and rideshare. Whether you’re catching the Columbus Blue Jackets on ice or a headline concert, you’ll find clear maps, ample parking, and nearby hotels and restaurants to complete your visit.

Pro tip: check the venue's official seating maps before you buy. End Stage and Disney On Ice layouts provide precise seating options. For parking, there are 15,000+ spaces within a short 10-minute stroll, with available advance and day-of-event options. Accessibility parking and drop-offs on West Street add extra convenience. If you’re traveling from college or beyond, COTA routes serve downtown corridors, and BuckID transit options are available for OSU students nearby. We’ve highlighted affiliate-friendly hotels and dining to streamline your trip.

Nationwide Arena has hosted key moments in sports and entertainment since opening in 2000, including the NHL Entry Draft (2007) and the NHL All-Star Game (2015). It remains the home of the Columbus Blue Jackets and continues to welcome a diverse slate of events, ensuring you’ve got a reliable place to get tickets and plan your visit.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: Concerts up to 20,000; basketball 19,500; ice hockey 18,500 (19,500 with standing room).
  • Address: 200 West Nationwide Boulevard, Columbus, OH 43215.
  • Venue type: Multi-purpose arena.
  • Seating chart: Official maps available on the Arena's site (End Stage and Disney On Ice maps).
  • Parking: 15,000+ spaces within a 10-minute walk; advance and day-of-event parking; accessibility spaces available; drop-offs on West Street.
  • Transit: Served by COTA with routes including 1/2/5 downtown corridors and 3/8 near Neil Ave; nearby BuckID transit option for OSU students.
  • Nearby hotels: Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph (620 N High St) within about 0.6 miles; Courtyard Columbus Downtown; Hilton Columbus Downtown; Hyatt Regency Columbus; Crowne Plaza Downtown.
  • Notable events: Home of the Columbus Blue Jackets since 2000; NHL Entry Draft 2007; NHL All-Star Game 2015; Columbus Fury PVF (2024–present).
  • Renaming/demolition: No demolition or renaming; venue continues to operate as Nationwide Arena.