Nationwide Arena is one of the flagship indoor venues for major sports and touring shows in the United States—an arena purpose-built for big nights out and a defining landmark of the Arena District. Opened in 2000, it blends a clean, downtown exterior with a highly functional, modern bowl, scaled for top-tier productions: roughly 18,500 for hockey and up to 20,000 for concerts, making it a natural stage for NHL game nights, headline tours, and arena-sized entertainment.
Inside, the experience is designed around visibility and comfort. Seating geometry keeps sightlines clear, the atmosphere carries well across the building—from high-energy sports crowds to full-volume concert finales—and concourses are laid out to help guests move, find sections, and settle in quickly. Food-and-drink options and multiple seating tiers round out a setup that feels straightforward and guest-friendly.
For arrival, head to 200 W Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, United States. The arena sits at Nationwide Boulevard and Front Street, with convenient nearby parking in garages such as McConnell Garage and Front Street Garage, plus well-marked pedestrian approaches to the main doors. There are also designated drop-off areas in the immediate vicinity; for broader citywide transportation beyond the arena itself, see the city section further down the page.