Arena Info

Nationwide Arena is the centerpiece of the downtown Arena District featuring an exciting mixture of restaurants, business, entertainment and residential space that attracts visitors from across the country. Come Early - Stay Late.

History

Located on the corner of Nationwide Boulevard and Front Street in downtown Columbus, Nationwide Arena was built on a piece of property that was the site of the historic Ohio State Penitentiary.

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Booking

The flexible venue hosts a wide variety of events including concerts, family shows, ice shows, NCAA Athletic Championships, convention business and corporate meetings.

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Employment

Working at Nationwide Arena is an exciting and rewarding experience. We want YOU to join our amazing team.

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Quick Facts

Arena Size: 684,000 total square feet in the main arena; 110,000 total square feet in the OhioHealth Ice Haus - the 1st attached practice facility in the NHL.

1st Event: "Soul 2 Soul" Tour featuring Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, September 9 & 10, 2000

1st Blue Jackets Exhibition Game: September 20, 2000 vs. Detroit Red Wings

1st Blue Jackets Regular Season Game: October 7, 2000 vs. Chicago Blackhawks

Capacities: 18,500 for hockey; 19,500 for basketball; up to 20,000 for concerts.

Construction Stats:

9,400 tons of steel
1.3 million bricks laid (exterior)
44 miles of pipe installed
300 miles of wire
40,000 cubic yards of concrete
12,000 gallons of paint
60,000 square feet of glass (exterior)
200,000 watts of power for audio/sound system
6,596 light fixtures