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Venues & Spaces

Mershon Auditorium

A top venue for dance, music, theater, lectures, presentations, and more.

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Address: 1871 N High St., Columbus, OH 43210

Capacity: Up to 1,000 guests

Dietary: Full accommodations available

Website: https://www.mershonauditorium.com/

Where Your Event Takes Center Stage

With its central campus location along High Street and near the Oval, and a long history of hosting performances from legends including Bob Dylan and Grateful Dead, the 2,600-seat Mershon Auditorium is an ideal Columbus venue for performances, shows, and presentations of all kinds.

The auditorium is known for its strong acoustics, clear sightlines from every seat, and well-equipped backstage facilities supported by experienced professional staff. Together, these features create a polished, audience-ready experience for both performers and guests.

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people in the seats at Mershon Auditorium

Central Campus Location Near Ohio Union
Permanent Seating for 2,477 guests — 900 on Main Floor and 1,577 in Balcony
Floor and Balcony Seating
Orchestra Pit for Up to 100 Guests
Lobby that can Accommodate up to 250 Guests
Six Dressing Rooms
Green Room

Available services for your event at this venue.

Dedicated Event Planning Staff
Standard House Lighting System
Standard Audio Package
On-Site Audio-Visual and Production Support
Security
Housekeeping and Ushers
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Paid Parking Available in Nearby Union and ARPs Garages

Dining and Catering

On-Site Catering and Dining Options

University Catering is a full-service catering department serving events at Mershon Auditorium. Our culinary team, with over 175 years of combined experience, brings a passion for food that shines through in every dish. Catering offerings include: beverage and bar service, boxed lunches, buffets, casual breakfasts, full-service catering, served dinner with fine china, specialty cakes, themed snack breaks, table settings, and décor.

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