October 28, 2026 | COLUMBUS, Ohio —
Olivia Rodrigo will perform two concerts at the Schottenstein Center, 555 Borror Drive, on Ohio State University’s campus in Columbus on Thursday, Oct. 29, and Friday, Oct. 30, as part of her 2026 Unraveled Tour. Both shows are scheduled to begin at 7 p.m., with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. and British rock band Wolf Alice appearing as the supporting act.
Tickets remain listed for sale through the arena’s official website and Ticketmaster. The Schottenstein Center has also published special instructions for general admission wristbands, parking, bags, costumes and mobile tickets.
What time do Olivia Rodrigo’s Columbus concerts start?
Both Columbus performances are scheduled for 7 p.m., according to the Schottenstein Center.
| Concert detail | Thursday, Oct. 29 | Friday, Oct. 30 |
| Venue | Schottenstein Center | Schottenstein Center |
| Doors open | 5:30 p.m. | 5:30 p.m. |
| Scheduled start | 7 p.m. | 7 p.m. |
| Opening act | Wolf Alice | Wolf Alice |
| Tickets | On sale | On sale |
The arena advises ticket holders to arrive early and verify the date printed on their tickets.
The official event page does not specify when Rodrigo will take the stage after the opening performance or provide a confirmed ending time.
Experience Columbus lists the events from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., but attendees should not treat that as a confirmed performance schedule.
Where is the Schottenstein Center in Columbus?
The concerts will take place at Value City Arena inside the Schottenstein Center at 555 Borror Drive, Columbus, OH 43210.
The venue is located on Ohio State University’s campus near West Lane Avenue and Olentangy River Road, northwest of downtown Columbus.
Rodrigo’s previous Columbus performance was held at Nationwide Arena on March 22, 2024, during her GUTS World Tour.
The October 2026 concerts are at a different venue, so attendees should not travel to Nationwide Arena in the downtown Arena District.
How much are Olivia Rodrigo tickets in Columbus?
Tickets for both performances remain listed as on sale on the Schottenstein Center website and Ticketmaster as of Wednesday, Oct. 28.
Experience Columbus advertises a price range of $150 to $200 for the event, but that listing is not a live quote for available seats.
Actual prices may vary depending on seating location, ticket inventory, fees and whether the ticket is being resold.
Tickets were originally released for general sale on May 7.
Live Nation also announced a limited Silver Star ticket program with $20 tickets, excluding applicable taxes, for select tour inventory.
Those tickets are sold in pairs, with seat locations revealed at box office pickup on the day of the concert. The announcement does not establish whether Silver Star tickets remain available for either Columbus show.
Fans can check current availability through the official Schottenstein Center event page or Ticketmaster.
Who is opening for Olivia Rodrigo in Columbus?
Wolf Alice will support Rodrigo at both Columbus concerts, according to Ticketmaster and Live Nation.
The British alternative-rock band is among several supporting acts scheduled for selected stops on the Unraveled Tour.
Other artists on the larger tour include Devon Again, Die Spitz, Grace Ives and The Last Dinner Party, but those performers are not listed as opening acts for the Columbus shows.
The precise time Wolf Alice will begin performing has not been separately confirmed by the arena.
General admission wristbands: What pit ticket holders need to do
Fans with general admission pit tickets must follow a special wristband procedure.
According to the Schottenstein Center, general admission ticket holders should enter through the Southwest Rotunda on the Lane Avenue side of the building to obtain pit-access wristbands.
Numbered wristband distribution begins at 8 a.m. on each concert day.
Fans who obtain a numbered wristband may leave and return to line up in numerical order beginning at 4:30 p.m.
The arena has not announced that this procedure applies to all reserved-seat ticket holders.
Attendees should follow the instructions for their specific ticket type.
What is the bag policy for Olivia Rodrigo’s Columbus concerts?
The Schottenstein Center has announced a no-bag policy for both performances.
Regular bags and purses are not allowed.
Small wallets, clutches and wristlets are permitted if they measure no more than 5 inches by 8 inches by 1 inch.
Guests with medical, dietary or childcare needs may bring one bag through a dedicated security screening lane.
The arena reserves the right to determine whether an item is prohibited.
Attendees carrying prohibited belongings may be required to return them to their vehicles or surrender them to security without return.
Are Halloween costumes allowed at the concerts?
Yes. The Schottenstein Center is encouraging Halloween costumes because both concerts fall immediately before Halloween.
Fans may wear costumes inspired by Rodrigo’s music or album artwork.
However, the venue prohibits prop weapons, full-face masks and oversized or obstructive costume items.
Attendees may also be asked to remove face coverings during security screening.
The arena’s standard bag and security policies will still apply to guests wearing costumes.
What camera and recording equipment can fans bring?
Professional photography and video recording equipment are not permitted.
The arena specifically prohibits GoPro cameras, selfie sticks, iPads and smart glasses.
Point-and-shoot cameras are permitted, according to the official event instructions.
Guests should review the venue’s rules before bringing additional electronics or accessories.
Where can fans park for the Columbus concerts?
Parking is available in surface lots and garages around the Schottenstein Center and Ohio State campus.
The arena says more than 10,000 parking spaces are available within walking distance of the venue.
Most events require paid parking, and the venue encourages visitors to purchase parking in advance.
Parking lots are cashless and accept credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments.
The arena recommends using Ackerman Road instead of relying entirely on West Lane Avenue during busy events.
For the Rodrigo concerts, free shuttle service will operate from the Buckeye Lots off Ackerman Road.
The Schottenstein Center has not published a single fixed parking rate for all attendees in the event instructions reviewed.
Drivers should check the arena’s official event parking page for current rates and availability.
Where is Uber and Lyft pickup after the show?
The Schottenstein Center has designated St. John Arena as the post-concert rideshare pickup location.
According to the venue, attendees should exit the Southeast Rotunda and cross the Lane Avenue bridge to reach the area for Uber and Lyft pickups.
Guests who need accessible transportation assistance can contact venue staff.
The arena recommends arranging transportation ahead of time because surrounding roads can become congested after large events.
Are cash payments accepted inside the arena?
No. The Schottenstein Center operates as a cashless venue.
Tickets, parking, concessions and merchandise can be purchased with debit cards, credit cards or supported mobile payments.
Reverse ATMs are available in the ticket office lobby and on the main concourse near Section 127.
These machines allow visitors to exchange cash for prepaid debit cards without an additional fee.
Do fans need mobile tickets?
Yes. The Schottenstein Center uses Ticketmaster SafeTix mobile tickets.
The arena recommends saving tickets to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet before arriving.
Printed tickets and screenshots of mobile ticket barcodes are not accepted as substitutes for valid SafeTix admission credentials.
Guests without smartphones can bring their ticket confirmation email and photo identification to the box office for assistance.
The ticket office is located at the northeast corner of the arena.
Its regular weekday hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with extended hours on event days.
What is Olivia Rodrigo’s Unraveled Tour?
The Unraveled Tour supports Rodrigo’s third studio album, You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love, released June 12, 2026, through Geffen Records.
Live Nation announced the international tour April 30.
The tour began Sept. 25 in Hartford, Connecticut, and includes performances across North America, Europe and the United Kingdom.
Rodrigo previously toured behind her debut album SOUR and her second album GUTS.
Her 2024–2025 GUTS World Tour included 95 sold-out performances and attracted more than 1.4 million attendees, according to Live Nation.
The current tour includes songs from Rodrigo’s latest album and earlier material.
However, the exact setlist for the October 29 and 30 Columbus performances has not been officially confirmed in advance.
How to contact the Schottenstein Center
Fans seeking information about accessibility, parking, tickets or permitted items can contact the venue directly.
Schottenstein Center
Address: 555 Borror Drive, Columbus, OH 43210
General information: 614-688-3939
Ticket office: 1-800-462-8257
Official website: https://www.schottensteincenter.com/events/detail/olivia-rodrigo
Rodrigo is scheduled to perform both nights before the tour continues to Philadelphia on Nov. 7 and 8.
Sources
- Schottenstein Center — Olivia Rodrigo: The Unraveled Tour, official event page, accessed Oct. 28, 2026.
- Ticketmaster — Olivia Rodrigo: The Unraveled Tour, Columbus events, Oct. 29–30, 2026.
- Live Nation — Olivia Rodrigo Announces The Unraveled Tour, April 30, 2026.
- Experience Columbus — Olivia Rodrigo, event listing.
- Schottenstein Center — Directions & Parking, official venue instructions.
- Nationwide Arena — Olivia Rodrigo, March 22, 2024, concert listing.
Last updated: October 28, 2026.
Concert schedules, parking arrangements, ticket availability and venue policies may change. Attendees should verify final instructions with the Schottenstein Center before traveling.