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The Value City Arena at the Jerome Schottenstein Center

555 Borror Drive, Columbus, OH 43210
800 273 6201
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Ranked #18 of 59 attractions in Columbus
Type: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

This arena is very large, no-doubt, but all the seats offer a great view! I've been here for concerts, basketball games, hockey games, and more. For larger events, its perfect but for smaller events, the arena does seem a bit too large and sound doesn't travel as well to cheer on the team. Overall though, Value City Arena is a... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

the "Schott" as the locals call it is on the OSU campus and is the premiere facility for watching a concert, OSU basketball, OSU hockey and other special events. Nice place, relatively new.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

Saw Pink here in April, most amazing show I have ever seen. The acoustics are great and there isn't a bad seat in the house. You can also see the OSU Basketball team here.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

Love to see concerts at the Schott! Great seats for a great price!! The sound was incredible and the people watching is awesome! Stay at the Blackwell hotel to beat the after-concert traffic.

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Hillsboro, Ohio
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2013

Love to go to The Schott for concerts for several reasons...With very popular singers/bands that attract large crowds, it is still possible to get seats close to the stage for a decent price. Even when I have had seats in the upper levels, I have been able to see the singers/bands well. I haven't had any issues with the acoustics... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2013

I have been here several times to see different venues and have had a great time. The seats are very steep so hold onto the railings while you are walking up or down them.

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2013

The acoustics, as well as the configuration, make this a horrible venue for concerts. I have attended 2 there and won't be back.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2013

Whether you are going to a concert, or an OSU basketball game, the Schott has ample seating, good viewing and is easily accessed.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

I have been to many events at the Schottenstein Center and must say that it is dark, dreary and has very poor acoustics. Having said that, it is intended to be a sports arena for Ohio State basketball and hockey and it probably should be limited to that because concerts here are not good. The center has a very nice... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2012

This is a great venue for sporting events. We have seen the OSU Buckeyes take the floor many times for basketball events here. Not a bad seat in the house if you like the Buckeyes. Have also seen a variety of concerts here too. Sound is always pretty good even in the cheap seats (the same cannot be said for... More

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