Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

Columbus, OH20,000 capacity

The Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds in Columbus, OH, is a 360-acre campus that has served as the permanent home of the Ohio State Fair since 1886. The facility features 1.4 million square feet of indoor event space distributed across 19 buildings, with a total seating capacity for 20,000 people. Hosting more than 200 events annually, the venue is well-equipped for collector and hobby shows, as well as consumer shows, conferences, and sporting events. It is located minutes from the John Glenn Columbus International Airport.

Shows at this venue

C&E Columbus Gun Show: Gun & Knife Shows in Columbus, Ohio (ammo & reloading scene)Stock Image

C&E Columbus Gun Show

Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds · Columbus

Sat, Nov 28 – Sun, Nov 29

Hours: Saturday 9am–5pm, Sunday 9am–4pm

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Great Train Show - Columbus, OH: Model Train Shows in Columbus, Ohio (model railroad scene)Stock Image

Great Train Show - Columbus, OH

Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds · Columbus

Sat, Jan 9 – Sun, Jan 10

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Venue details

Facility

  • Total space: 1.4 million square feet of event space under roof
  • Exhibit halls: 19
  • Max capacity: 20000

Parking & Getting There

  • Parking spaces: 14000
  • Nearest airport: John Glenn Columbus International Airport

Commonly hosts: Sporting events, Consumer shows, Banquets, Weddings, Meetings, Conferences

Frequently asked

What types of shows are held here?
The venue hosts consumer shows, sporting events, banquets, weddings, meetings, and conferences.
Where is it located?
The venue is located in Columbus, OH, minutes from John Glenn Columbus International Airport.
Is there parking?
Yes, there is on-site parking for 12,000 to 14,000 vehicles.

Sources

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