Upcoming Events at The Spacebar

Welcome to The Spacebar, a staple of Columbus's live music scene since 2014. Located at 2590 N High St, this intimate venue blends a laid-back bar atmosphere with a fearless slate of indie and touring acts, late-night open mics, Goth Nights, and retro-flavored 80s vinyl evenings. With a capacity of around 175, it’s the kind of spot where you can catch emerging artists up close and personal.

Whether you’re in town for a show or just looking for a memorable night out, we’ve got you covered with practical details about seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining options to help you plan your visit.

How to experience The Spacebar

The Spacebar operates as a live music venue and bar with varying age policies depending on the event. While there is no official public seating chart on the venue site, smaller shows tend to offer intimate floor seating and standing room. If you’re securing seats, look for seat and section details via our listings as they become available.

Parking and Transportation

Limited on-site parking is available.
Street parking nearby and a public parking garage within one block are convenient options.
The Spacebar is accessible by Columbus public transit, including COTA and CBUS routes. It’s close to the Ohio State University campus, making campus-area transit a practical choice for many fans.

Nearby Hotels and Dining

Nearby hotels to consider for an easy commute after the show include The Blackwell Inn (OSU campus), Hilton Columbus Downtown, and Hyatt Regency Columbus.
For meals before or after a show, explore nearby dining options on High Street and in the campus corridor. We often highlight affiliate partner recommendations to help you find great value and convenient stays.

Why You’ll Love The Spacebar

Seasoned and emerging artists perform in an intimate setting that’s ideal for discovering new music or catching your favorite indie acts up close. The space has hosted a mix of indie touring acts, Goth Night, 80s vinyl nights, and frequent open-mic nights, making each visit unique.

Good to know

Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Location: 2590 N High St, Columbus, OH 43202.
Venue type: live music venue and bar (age policies vary by event).
Capacity: about 175 people.
Seating chart: no official public seating chart on the venue site; third-party seating charts exist.
Parking: street parking nearby; nearby public parking garage within 1 block; limited on-site parking.
Transit: accessible via Columbus public transit (COTA/CBUS); near OSU campus; transit info available from COTA.
Nearby hotels: The Blackwell Inn (OSU campus); downtown hotels such as Hilton Columbus Downtown and Hyatt Regency Columbus.
Notable history/events: opened in 2014 in former Kobo Space; hosts regular indie/touring acts, Goth Night, 80s vinyl nights, and open-mic nights.

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