Events
Upcoming DRAC Events
DRAC Membership events are held on the 3rd Wednesday of every month. A chance to network, connect and be a part of the community. We feature speakers & raffle prizes from our Partner members and get the latest updates on downtown news.
Members Appreciation Event
Our Annual Members Appreciate Event is BACK! This year we will be heading to the brand new Madison on High St.
Members will be able to tour the property during The Madison’s open house, which will be happening at the same time as the DRAC event. Feel free to come early, as tours begin at 4pm!
As always, light bites and beverages available. Several of our business members have donated incredible gifts, and members will receive raffle tickets to place in cups of the prizes they want to win.
As a reminder, guests are always welcome (and encouraged to attend!) but raffle participation is for DRAC annual members.
April Members Event
Our DRAC April Members event will be held at The Kee in partnership with Capital Crossroads & Discovery Special Improvement Districts!
March Members Event
Our DRAC March Members event will be held at the brand new Preston Centre!
February Members Event
Our DRAC February Members event will be held at Jackie O’s! Remember, it’s Election Night!
December Members Event
Our DRAC December Members event will be held at Columbus Commons and ending at Pat & Gracie’s!
January Members Event
Our DRAC January Members event will be held at the Priscilla Cultural Arts Center!
September Members Event
Our DRAC September Members event will be held at Heidi's Flowers and Wine!
August Members Event
Our DRAC August Members event will be held at the new Junto Hotel!
July Members Event
Our DRAC July Members event will be held at the OhioHealth Grant Medical Center, in the Peggy Woods Auditorium on the second floor.
Those attending will hear a presentation on Grant’s strategic plan and expansion, with an opportunity for q&a!
As always, there will be light bites and beverages!
Important Parking Information: Please park in the private gated lot across from Grant’s main entrance (located off of State St.) — an attendant will offer access to the self-park lot, where your parking will be free.
RSVP for this exciting event here!
Fashion Night Out x DRAC
Join us for Fashion Night Out in partnership with DRAC!
This event gives DRAC members an exclusive shopping experience, light bites, and more!
June Members Event
Our DRAC June Members event will be held at the Residences at Topiary Park!
We will hear from:
Chet Ridenour with CoGo Bikes
Todd Smith with Lincoln Street Salsa
Nathan Johnson with Restalgic Atelier
As always, there will be light bites and beverages! The team at Topiary will also have tours for DRAC members. Parking is available nearby!
Be sure to RSVP as this event is going to fill up fast — see you there!
May Membership Event
This month, the DRAC members event will be hosted at Mitchell Hall!
We will hear from:
Degrees
Blend Cafe
The Mix
Growlers Dog Bones
Hugo Albornoz with Columbus Taco Festival
Lisa Defendiefer with Capital Crossroads and Discovery SIDs
We will be sampling food from Degrees and Blend, participating in an activity by The Mix, and learning about Growlers Dog Bones. Degrees has a full bar and will be a cash bar.
Be sure to RSVP as this event is going to fill up fast! Mitchell Hall has free parking right next to the building.
Volunteer Opportunity: Alley Island
Alley Islands is a community street festival organized by Blockfort Gallery that seeks to welcome people of all ages for a day of music, food, art and fun. Two stages, set under a dozen new murals, with over 20 performers, ranging from live music, to poetry, comedy, and storytelling span the day. Artists, crafters, and small business artisans line the streets, capped by food trucks and local breweries. Inside, guests are welcome to visit the three gallery spaces and a variety of artist studios.
April Membership Event
Join us for our April Membership event at Sandman Sleep as they celebrate their 1 year anniversary! An extra raffle ticket will be given to members that attend in PJ’s!
Speakers for the event include:
Kevin Wood, DRAC founder
Walker Evans, Columbus Underground
CDDC will be sharing updates on summer activities along the Scioto Mile & Columbus Commons
The DRAC board will be meeting at Accent Wine at 4pm, feel free to join us! For tickets, click here!
March Membership Event
Join us at Vera on Broad!
Speakers include:
Luis Teba - Senior Planner, Department of Development with the City of Columbus
Jonathan Grubb - Archall Architects
Bob Bitzenhofer - Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority
Light appetizers from Slammers Pizza & drinks from Wolf’s Ridge Brewing!
Annual Membership Meeting
You won’t want to miss this! Our annual member meeting is where we vote for board members for the upcoming year!
Membership Appreciation Event!
Join our Member Appreciation event Thursday Dec 19th at the Huntington Rooftop!
Join us for a night of fun! We will have an array of giveaways and goodies from our business partners. All members get 5 raffle tickets! You can put all 5 up for one prize, or spread them out, it’s your choice!
We will be talking about board elections and exciting updates for 2023!
Reserve your spot by signing into your member area and clicking the link to Eventbrite!
email board@dracolumbus.com if you are unable to sign in and get to the link.
Call for Volunteers Convening Leaders Event
Columbus is ready to roll out the red carpet for you this January! Located within a day’s drive or hour’s flight from more than half of the U.S., our smart, open, and welcoming community was built on bold ideas and is fueled by relentless optimism. We dream big in Columbus and let nothing stop us from turning today’s ideas into innovative and inspired tomorrows.
From our state-of-the-art convention center to our award-winning food scene, from active adventures to the diverse cultural experiences, find your vibe in Columbus and see how we #LiveForward.
Holiday Happy Hour on the Scioto Mile
Relax and enjoy the Downtown riverfront aglow with holiday lights, with a festive drink in hand at this outdoor holiday happy hour at Coleman's Pointe (67 S Civic Center Drive)
November Membership Event
Blockfort
Speakers
Adam Brulette - co owner Blockfort and local Columbus artist
Tommy Tucker - The Mix at Columbus State
Refreshment provider(s)
Light food & refreshments by Pierogi Mountain, Beer & Wine
Not a member of DRAC yet? Join here starting at $35 a year https://www.dracolumbus.com/join
October Membership Event
Join us for Halloween fun at The Nicholas!
Learn about new art galleries & restaurants coming soon!
Dress up in costume for an extra chance to win the door prize raffle :)
As always, drinks & snacks will be available.
September Membership Event - Warehouse District Hop
September Warehouse District Hop we will visit some hidden gems right in downtown!
DRAC Tent at FREE CONCERT FT. THE DEAD REVIVAL BAND AND THE SONG REMAINS: A NIGHT OF LED ZEPPELIN
Columbus Commons is providing DRAC a free tent at the free concert on August 18th!
Please join us for the evening and enjoy the music!
Seats will be first come first serve, but we encourage all to come and visit throughout the evening. Food and drink will be available to purchase.
More information on the event can be found here:
https://www.facebook.com/events/s/free-local-live-concert/777180960140451/
https://columbuscommons.org/events/concerts/?fbclid=IwAR02_6ZtA9hmEGq-Su_nZkRYXrLGC2i7csNwc7gytIDoMV4JP84hEUEsR4M
August Membership Event
Our August event will be held at the Xander on State Apartments!
National Night Out
About this event:
The Capital Crossroads and Discovery Special Improvement Districts (SIDs) in conjunction with the Downtown Residents’ Association (DRAC) is holding its second National Night Out event on Tuesday, August 2 at The Goat on 219 S. High St. From 4 to 7 p.m.
National Night Out is a national community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships. It occurs annually on the first Tuesday in August. The event is meant to enhance the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community.
Last year, the downtown event brought together more than 100 downtown residents and stakeholders as well as members of local law enforcement agencies for interpersonal discussions on safety downtown.
Complimentary beverages and snacks will be available for attendees.
Registration is highly recommended.
July Membership Event
July Membership event to be held at a rooftop bar in Huntington Building. An exclusive event, RSVP required!
June Membership Event
Speakers will include Chet Ritenour, and Jamie Miller from Pizzutti Companies.
Recurring Downtown Events
Pearl Market: Summer & Fall Every Tuesday & Thursday 11 AM - 2 PM
Moonlight Market: Every 2nd Saturday Night
4 PM - 9 PM
Sunlight Market: Every 3rd Sunday 11 AM- 4 PM
Bam Thursdays at Columbus Art Museum
The Museum is thrilled to announce the return of BAM Thursdays (Bar, Art, and Music). Every Thursday will bring fresh libations, great art, and music to the Museum. The festivities will be enhanced on the first Thursday of each month with a featured live artist from 6:00–8:00 PM. Sip and vibe with friends in the garden space, with limited seating also available inside Schokko Café.
Every Saturday, June 4 – October 29, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm