Columbus Sports Events in January 2027
Live games, matches, and sports action happening around Columbus this month.
- Updated: November 4, 2026
Columbus sports events in January 2027 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.
- 23 Upcoming Events
- Next Sports Event Starts In:
- Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Basketball vs. Maryland Lady Terrapins
- Jan 2 · 4:00 PM · Columbus, OH
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Sports Events By Dates
Pick a date to see live sports happening in Columbus this month.January Sports Schedule
Compare dates, venues, teams, and live matchups happening in Columbus during January 2027.Upcoming Sports Events: 23
- Jan 02, 2027, 4:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Weekend Event: Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Basketball vs. Maryland Lady Terrapins at Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center • 20000 seats,
555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $22, Avg. price ~ $43, Tickets Available: 1973. View Tickets - Jan 02, 2027, 7:00 PM Sat — Professional (NHL), Weekend Event: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Boston Bruins at Nationwide Arena • 20000 seats, 200 West Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215, US. From $33, Avg. price ~ $180, Tickets Available: 4345, VIP Packages. View Tickets
- Jan 03, 2027, 1:00 PM Sun — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) WRESTLING, Weekend Event: Ohio State Buckeyes Wrestling vs. Clarion Golden Eagles at Covelli Center - Columbus, 2741-2737 Defiance Dr, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $17, Avg. price ~ $40, Tickets Available: 357. View Tickets
- Jan 05, 2027, 7:00 PM Tue — Professional (NHL): Columbus Blue Jackets vs. New York Rangers at Nationwide Arena • 20000 seats, 200 West Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215, US. From $19, Avg. price ~ $167, Tickets Available: 5978, VIP Packages. View Tickets
- Jan 06, 2027, 6:30 PM Wed — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL: Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Northwestern Wildcats at Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center • 20000 seats, 555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $29, Avg. price ~ $73, Tickets Available: 3350, VIP Packages. View Tickets
- Jan 08, 2027, 7:00 PM Fri — Professional (NHL), High Demand: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Buffalo Sabres at Nationwide Arena • 20000 seats, 200 West Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215, US. From $24, Avg. price ~ $187, Tickets Available: 5115, VIP Packages. View Tickets
- Jan 13, 2027, 6:30 PM Wed — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL: Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Basketball vs. Illinois Fighting Illini at Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center • 20000 seats, 555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $21, Avg. price ~ $34, Tickets Available: 2158. View Tickets
- Jan 15, 2027, 6:30 PM Fri — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY: Ohio State Buckeyes Hockey vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers at Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center • 20000 seats, 555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $17, Avg. price ~ $36, Tickets Available: 639. View Tickets
- Jan 16, 2027, 5:30 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY, Weekend Event: Ohio State Buckeyes Hockey vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers at Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center • 20000 seats, 555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $18, Avg. price ~ $37, Tickets Available: 593. View Tickets
- Jan 16, 2027, 7:30 PM Sat — RODEO, Weekend Event: World's Toughest Rodeo at Nationwide Arena • 20000 seats, 200 West Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215, US. From $31, Avg. price ~ $78, Tickets Available: 9192. View Tickets
- Jan 17, 2027, 12:00 PM Sun — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Weekend Event: Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Penn State Nittany Lions at Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center • 20000 seats, 555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $29, Avg. price ~ $69, Tickets Available: 2466, VIP Packages. View Tickets
- Jan 21, 2027, 7:00 PM Thu — Professional (NHL): Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Calgary Flames at Nationwide Arena • 20000 seats, 200 West Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215, US. From $17, Avg. price ~ $150, Tickets Available: 5221, VIP Packages. View Tickets
- Jan 22, 2027, 6:00 PM Fri — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY: Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Hockey vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers at OSU Ice Rink • 1415 seats, 390 Woody Hayes Drive, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $23, Avg. price ~ $27, 20 tickets remaining! View Tickets
- Jan 23, 2027, 1:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Weekend Event: Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Michigan State Spartans at Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center • 20000 seats, 555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $32, Avg. price ~ $70, Tickets Available: 4348, VIP Packages. View Tickets
- Jan 23, 2027, 3:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY, Weekend Event: Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Hockey vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers at OSU Ice Rink • 1415 seats, 390 Woody Hayes Drive, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $23, Avg. price ~ $27, 18 tickets remaining! View Tickets
- Jan 24, 2027, 2:00 PM Sun — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Weekend Event: Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Basketball vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers at Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center • 20000 seats, 555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $25, Avg. price ~ $48, Tickets Available: 2126. View Tickets
- Jan 24, 2027, 5:00 PM Sun — Professional (NHL), Weekend Event: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Anaheim Ducks at Nationwide Arena • 20000 seats, 200 West Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215, US. From $24, Avg. price ~ $174, Tickets Available: 5270, VIP Packages. View Tickets
- Jan 26, 2027, 6:00 PM Tue — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL: Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Iowa Hawkeyes at Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center • 20000 seats, 555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $27, Avg. price ~ $68, Tickets Available: 3103, VIP Packages. View Tickets
- Jan 28, 2027, 6:30 PM Thu — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL: Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Basketball vs. Northwestern Wildcats at Value City Arena at The Schottenstein Center • 20000 seats, 555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210, US. From $17, Avg. price ~ $35, Tickets Available: 2135. View Tickets
- Jan 28, 2027, 7:00 PM Thu — Professional (NHL), Best Value: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Winnipeg Jets at Nationwide Arena • 20000 seats, 200 West Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215, US. From $12, Avg. price ~ $144, Tickets Available: 6345, VIP Packages. View Tickets
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All Sports Events in January
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Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Basketball
555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210
Upcoming Events 29
Jan 02, 2027 4:00 PM
Columbus Blue Jackets
200 West Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215
Upcoming Events 67
Jan 02, 2027 7:00 PM
Ohio State Buckeyes Wrestling
2741-2737 Defiance Dr, Columbus, OH 43210
Upcoming Events 4
Jan 03, 2027 1:00 PM
Ohio State Buckeyes Basketball
555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210
Upcoming Events 31
Jan 06, 2027 6:30 PM
Ohio State Buckeyes Hockey
555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210
Upcoming Events 26
Jan 15, 2027 6:30 PM
World's Toughest Rodeo
200 West Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215
Upcoming Events 1
Jan 16, 2027 7:30 PM
Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Hockey
390 Woody Hayes Drive, Columbus, OH 43210
Upcoming Events 16
Jan 22, 2027 6:00 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 2027, 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 2027?
Columbus has upcoming sports events in 2027, 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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