Featured Events in Columbus in June, 2025 (March Updated)

Experience a night of laughter with Sarah Millican: Late Bloomer at the Southern Theatre in Columbus. Scheduled for June 10, 2025, this event promises an evening of hilarious comedy that will leave you in stitches. Located at 21 E Main St, Columbus, OH, 43215, the Southern Theatre provides the perfect setting for an unforgettable performance by the talented Sarah Millican. Don't miss out on this opportunity to witness a comedy show like no other.

Gramercy Book Club’s June pick is The Titanic Survivors Book Club byTimothy Schaffert, the author of The Perfume Thief.Schaffert’s seventh novel is a remarkable tale about aTitanic librarian who opens a bookshop in Paris where he meets a secret society of survivors. The story imparts the life-changing power of books. Longtime WOSU Public Media host Christopher Purdywill facilitate the group discussion and interview Schaffert, who will join via Zoom in the latter portion of the evening. A ticket to this program includes a copy of The Titanic Survivors Book Club.It is strongly encouraged that registrants read the book prior to the program. WOSU Public Media is Gramercy’s Community Partner for this program. For weeks after the sinking of the Titanic, Yorick spots his own name among the list of those lost at sea. As an apprentice librarian for the White Star Line, his job was to curate the ship’s second-class library. But the day the Titanic set sail he was left stranded at the dock. After the ship’s sinking, Yorick takes this twist of fate as a sign to follow his lifelong dream of owning a bookshop in Paris. Soon after, he receives an invitation to a secret society of survivors where he encounters other ticket holders who didn’t board the ship. Haunted by their good fortune, they decide to form a book society, where they can grapple with their own anxieties through heated discussions of The Awakening or The Picture of Dorian Gray. Of this ragtag group, Yorick finds himself particularly drawn to the glamorous Zinnia and the mysterious Haze, and a tangled triangle of love and friendship forms among them. Yet with the Great War on the horizon and the unexpected death of one of their own, the surviving book club members are left wondering what fate might have in store. Elegant and elegiac, The Titanic Survivors Book Club is a dazzling ode to love, chance, and the transformative power of books to bring people together. Timothy Schaffert is the author of six previous novels: The Perfume Thief, The Swan Gondola, The Coffins of Little Hope, Devils in the Sugar Shop, The Singing and Dancing Daughters of God, and The Phantom Limbs of the Rollow Sisters. He is the Adele Hall Chair of English at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and coeditor of Zero Street, a literary fiction series of the University of Nebraska Press. Christopher Purdy joined WOSU Public Media/Classical 101 in 1992. In September 2019, he was named permanent on-air host for Classical 101, from 7 to 10 a.m. weekday mornings. He is currently the host of Essential Classics; Front Row Center: Opera and More; Music in Mid-Ohio and is host of the Columbus Symphony Broadcast Series and Concerts at Ohio State. Additionally, he is a regular contributor to the Classical 101 Blog (wosu.org/classical101) and is host and producer of the podcast series Opera Abbreviated. Christopher hosts All Sides Weekend for WOSU 89-7 NPR News on alternate Fridays at 11 a.m. The very popular All Sides Weekend: Books is heard the third Friday of each month. Information Source: Gramercy Books | eventbrite

Experience a captivating evening filled with legends, mysteries, and tales of adventure at Josh Gates LIVE! The event will take place at the Wexner Center Mershon Auditorium in Columbus, Ohio, on June 6, 2025. Join renowned explorer and host, Josh Gates, as he shares thrilling stories and insights from his expeditions around the world. Don't miss this unique opportunity to delve into the unknown and be inspired by tales of exploration and discovery. Mark your calendars for a memorable evening of wonder and excitement at Josh Gates LIVE!

Hashtag Comedy’s Kids Improv Camp is a fun-filled, five-day experience designed to help kids ages 8-13 build confidence, creativity, and teamwork, all while having a blast! Through engaging improv games and exercises, campers will develop quick thinking, active listening, and collaboration skills in a supportive, low-pressure environment. Improv is more than just comedy. It teaches valuable life skills like adaptability, problem-solving, and self-expression. Whether your child is outgoing or a little shy, this camp provides a welcoming space to explore their creativity, make new friends, and learn to think on their feet. Taught by experienced improvisers and instructors Josh Waddle and Katie Drown, our camp encourages play, laughter, and positive risk-taking, all while fostering communication skills that will benefit kids in school and beyond. On the final day, campers will take the stage for a fun, low-pressure performance to showcase their new skills. IMPORTANT INFO Parents are welcome to observe class and encouraged to attend for performances on Friday June 13th.Please enroll at least a week before the class begins. Courses that do not meet the instructor-set course minimum by the week before the start date may be at risk of cancellation. Please email our Director of Curriculum if you intend to enroll but cannot until the days before the course begins.If the course is cancelled, tuition will be refunded.Age requirement: 8-13If you have any questions, please reach out to Katie Drown, our Director of Curriculum, at classes@hashtagcomedycolumbus.com. Information Source: Hashtag Comedy | eventbrite

Teen Stand-Up Comedy Camp – June 9-13 Give your teen the chance to develop their comedic voice and confidence on stage! Led by local professional stand up comedian and instructor, Hannah Romes, this weeklong camp will teach teens (ages 14-18) the fundamentals of stand-up comedy, from joke writing to stage presence. Through interactive exercises, personalized feedback, and lots of laughs, campers will craft their own original sets and build performance skills in a fun, supportive environment. The week culminates in a final showcase where campers take the stage and perform for family and friends! No prior experience needed—just a love for comedy and a willingness to try something new. Whether they dream of being the next big comedian or just want to sharpen their public speaking skills, this camp is the perfect place to start! IMPORTANT INFO Please enroll at least a week before the class begins. Courses that do not meet the instructor-set course minimum by the week before the start date may be at risk of cancellation.Age requirement: 14-18If the course is cancelled, tuition will be refunded.PARKING: Paid street parking. Additional paid parking is availble behind the theaterParents and friends are encouraged to join on Friday for a showcase performance. Addmission for performance is free.If you have any questions, please reach out to Katie Drown, our Director of Curriculum, at classes@hashtagcomedycolumbus.com. Information Source: Hashtag Comedy | eventbrite

Teen Improv Camp – Give your teen the ultimate confidence boost this summer! Led by Hashtag Comedy instructors and professional improvisers Katie Drown and Josh Waddle, our Teen Improv Camp is a fun, high-energy experience where ages 14-18 will build creativity, teamwork, and quick-thinking skills through engaging improv games and exercises. No scripts, no pressure—just laughter, learning, and connection! Improv helps teens break out of their comfort zones, sharpen communication skills, and embrace spontaneity in a supportive environment. Throughout the week, campers will develop their stage presence, storytelling abilities, and collaboration skills—all while having a blast. On the final day, they’ll take the stage for a showcase performance, sharing their newfound skills with family and friends. Whether they dream of acting, want to improve public speaking, or just love to have fun, this camp is for them! Sign up today and let the laughs begin! IMPORTANT INFO Please enroll at least a week before the class begins. Courses that do not meet the instructor-set course minimum by the week before the start date may be at risk of cancellation. Please email our Director of Curriculum if you intend to enroll but cannot until the days before the course begins.Age requirement: 14-18If the course is cancelled, tuition will be refunded.PARKING: Paid street parking. Additional paid parking is availble behind the theaterParents and friends are encouraged to join on Friday for a showcase performance. Addmission for performance is free. If you have any questions, please reach out to Katie Drown, our Director of Curriculum, at classes@hashtagcomedycolumbus.com. Information Source: Hashtag Comedy | eventbrite

Experience the magic of Hozier - Unreal Unearth Tour 2025 in Columbus at the renowned Historic Crew Stadium. The event will take place on June 18, 2025, at One Black & Gold Boulevard, OH, 43211. Immerse yourself in the soulful melodies and captivating performances of Hozier as he takes the stage in this iconic venue. Don't miss this opportunity to witness a truly unforgettable musical experience.

Experience the comedic brilliance of The McElroys at their live show, My Brother, My Brother & Me, in Columbus. The event will take place at the Columbus Athenaeum on June 19, 2025. Join the McElroy brothers as they share hilarious anecdotes and engage with the audience in a night full of laughter. The venue is located at 32 N. 4th St., OH, 43215. Don't miss out on this unforgettable evening of entertainment with The McElroys.

Lil Baby is set to embark on his highly anticipated WHAM World Tour, with a stop in Columbus at the Nationwide Arena on June 21, 2025. The venue is located at 200 West Nationwide Blvd., OH, 43215. Fans can expect an unforgettable night filled with chart-topping hits and high-energy performances. Don't miss your chance to experience Lil Baby live in concert at this iconic venue in Columbus.