Columbus Sports Events in December 2026
Live games, matches, and sports action happening around Columbus this month.
- Updated: November 4, 2026
Columbus sports events in December 2026 include professional games, college matchups, tournaments, and live sporting events. Sports take place across arenas, stadiums, ballparks, and major venues throughout the city during the month.
- 29 Upcoming Events
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- Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Basketball vs. Akron Zips
- Dec 2 · 6:30 PM · Columbus, OH
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Pick a date to see live sports happening in Columbus this month.December Sports Schedule
Compare dates, venues, teams, and live matchups happening in Columbus during December 2026.Upcoming Sports Events: 29
- Dec 02, 2026, 6:30 PM Wed — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Best Value: Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Basketball vs. Akron Zips at Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center • 20000 seats,
555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $6, Avg. price ~ $34, Tickets Available: 2313. View Tickets - Dec 03, 2026, Time TBA — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) SOCCER: NCAA Divison III Soccer: Men's Semifinals at Historic Crew Stadium • 30000 seats, One Black And Gold Blvd., Columbus, OH 43211, US. From $28, Avg. price ~ $32, 16 tickets remaining! View Tickets
- Dec 03, 2026, 8:00 PM Thu — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY: Ohio State Buckeyes Hockey vs. Michigan State Spartans at Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center • 20000 seats, 555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $23, Avg. price ~ $42, Tickets Available: 747. View Tickets
- Dec 04, 2026, Time TBA — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) SOCCER: NCAA Divison III Soccer: Women's Semifinals at Historic Crew Stadium • 30000 seats, One Black And Gold Blvd., Columbus, OH 43211, US. From $28, Avg. price ~ $32, 16 tickets remaining! View Tickets
- Dec 04, 2026, 6:00 PM Fri — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY: Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Hockey vs. Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks at OSU Ice Rink • 1415 seats, 390 Woody Hayes Drive, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $20, Avg. price ~ $23, 16 tickets remaining! View Tickets
- Dec 04, 2026, 6:00 PM Fri — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY: Ohio State Buckeyes Hockey vs. Michigan State Spartans at Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center • 20000 seats, 555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $27, Avg. price ~ $44, Tickets Available: 718. View Tickets
- Dec 05, 2026, Time TBA — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) SOCCER, Weekend Event: NCAA Divison III Soccer: Men's Final at Historic Crew Stadium • 30000 seats, One Black And Gold Blvd., Columbus, OH 43211, US. From $28, Avg. price ~ $32, 16 tickets remaining! View Tickets
- Dec 05, 2026, 1:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY, Weekend Event: Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Hockey vs. Minnesota State Mankato Mavericks at OSU Ice Rink • 1415 seats, 390 Woody Hayes Drive, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $20, Avg. price ~ $23, 18 tickets remaining! View Tickets
- Dec 06, 2026, Time TBA — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) SOCCER, Weekend Event: NCAA Divison III Soccer: Women's Final at Historic Crew Stadium • 30000 seats, One Black And Gold Blvd., Columbus, OH 43211, US. From $28, Avg. price ~ $32, 16 tickets remaining! View Tickets
- Dec 06, 2026, 12:00 PM Sun — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Weekend Event: Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Maryland Terrapins at Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center • 20000 seats, 555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $27, Avg. price ~ $74, Tickets Available: 3783, VIP Packages. View Tickets
- Dec 09, 2026, 6:30 PM Wed — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Best Value: Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Basketball vs. Grand Valley State Lakers at Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center • 20000 seats, 555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $6, Avg. price ~ $28, Tickets Available: 2322. View Tickets
- Dec 10, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — Professional (NHL), High Demand: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Minnesota Wild at Nationwide Arena • 20000 seats, 200 West Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215, US. From $15, Avg. price ~ $151, Tickets Available: 6302, VIP Packages. View Tickets
- Dec 11, 2026, 6:30 PM Fri — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY: Ohio State Buckeyes Hockey vs. UConn Huskies at Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center • 20000 seats, 555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $18, Avg. price ~ $35, Tickets Available: 629. View Tickets
- Dec 12, 2026, 1:00 PM Sat — Professional (NHL), High Demand, Weekend Event: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Montreal Canadiens at Nationwide Arena • 20000 seats, 200 West Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215, US. From $33, Avg. price ~ $213, Tickets Available: 6338, VIP Packages. View Tickets
- Dec 12, 2026, 5:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY, Weekend Event: Ohio State Buckeyes Hockey vs. UConn Huskies at Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center • 20000 seats, 555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $19, Avg. price ~ $37, Tickets Available: 716. View Tickets
- Dec 13, 2026, 1:00 PM Sun — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Weekend Event: Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Basketball vs. Canisius Golden Griffins at Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center • 20000 seats, 555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $12, Avg. price ~ $29, Tickets Available: 2310. View Tickets
- Dec 15, 2026, 6:00 PM Tue — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL: Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Stony Brook Seawolves at Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center • 20000 seats, 555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $14, Avg. price ~ $45, Tickets Available: 3688, VIP Packages. View Tickets
- Dec 15, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — Professional (NHL): Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Carolina Hurricanes at Nationwide Arena • 20000 seats, 200 West Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215, US. From $12, Avg. price ~ $153, Tickets Available: 6612, VIP Packages. View Tickets
- Dec 16, 2026, 6:30 PM Wed — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL: Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Basketball vs. Miami (OH) RedHawks at Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center • 20000 seats, 555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $7, Avg. price ~ $29, Tickets Available: 2079. View Tickets
- Dec 17, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — Professional (NHL), High Demand: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Seattle Kraken at Nationwide Arena • 20000 seats, 200 West Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215, US. From $17, Avg. price ~ $164, Tickets Available: 6805, VIP Packages. View Tickets
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All Sports Events in December
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Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Basketball
555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210
Upcoming Events 29
Dec 02, 2026 6:30 PM
NCAA Divison III Soccer
One Black And Gold Blvd., Columbus, OH 43211
Upcoming Events 4
Dec 03, 2026 Time TBA
Ohio State Buckeyes Hockey
555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210
Upcoming Events 26
Dec 03, 2026 8:00 PM
Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Hockey
390 Woody Hayes Drive, Columbus, OH 43210
Upcoming Events 16
Dec 04, 2026 6:00 PM
Ohio State Buckeyes Basketball
555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210
Upcoming Events 31
Dec 06, 2026 12:00 PM
Columbus Blue Jackets
200 West Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215
Upcoming Events 68
Dec 10, 2026 7:00 PM
The Harlem Globetrotters
555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210
Upcoming Events 208
Dec 27, 2026 2:00 PM
Columbus sports events take place across major venues, local fields, arenas, and stadiums. Venue pages help fans check upcoming schedules, seating options, addresses, and nearby event details before heading out.
About Columbus Sports Events
Columbus keeps a solid sports calendar going through 2026, with live games, arena events, and local matchups across the area. Some dates are casual night-out picks, while others bring that full crowd-energy vibe fans love.
Columbus Sports Events FAQ
Quick answers about Columbus sports events, venues, schedules, and game days.
What sports events are in Columbus in 2026?
Columbus has upcoming sports events in 2026, including live games, arena events, and local sports matchups.
Where are sports events held in Columbus?
Sports events in Columbus are usually held at arenas, stadiums, fields, and local event venues across the area.
Are weekend sports events more popular?
Yes. Weekend games and bigger matchups usually draw more fans, especially when teams are hot or rivals are in town.
Can I find family-friendly sports events?
Yes. Many Columbus sports events are family-friendly, especially daytime games, college events, and local matchups
Do sports schedules change?
Yes. Game dates, venues, and times can change, so it’s smart to check the latest schedule before making plans.
How often is this page updated?
This monthly sports schedule is updated regularly as new Columbus events are added or changed.
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