COLUMBUS, Ohio -- There are plenty of things going on throughout the city this week.
Here are CityScene Magazine’s top five picks:
1. He’ll Be Back.
The largest multisport festival in the country – the Arnold Sports Festival – returns March 4-7 at various locations throughout Columbus, including the Greater Columbus Convention Center, Nationwide Arena, the Lifestyle Community Pavilion and Veterans Memorial. The event features 18,000 athletes competing in more than 40 sports and events, including 12 Olympic sports. Also, the EXPO at the Convention Center includes more than 700 exhibit booths. Visit www.arnoldsportsfestival.com.
2. Puppy Love.
Broadway Across America – Columbus and CAPA present 101 Dalmatians The Musical from March 2-7 at the Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St. This production will transport audiences to the topsy-turvy, exciting adventure about what it means to be family. Visit www.broadwayacrossamerica.com.
3. Dancing with the Stars.
Rock with BalletMet Columbus’ “Dance with the Dancers Tour 2010” from 7-11 p.m. Feb. 27 at the Lifestyle Community Pavilion, 405 Neil Ave. In addition to food, drinks and dancing, the event features silent and live auctions. Food stations will be presented by Central Ohio’s top restaurants, and guests can get busy on the dance floor with BalletMet’s company dancers. Visit www.balletmet.org.
4. Let the Music Play.
The New Albany Symphony Orchestra’s season gala and silent auction is from 7:30-10 p.m. Feb. 27 at the Hayley Gallery, 45 Second St., New Albany. The event includes entertainment provided by the Scott Sadoff Jazz Trio and food provided by the New Albany Country Club. All proceeds benefit the symphony. Visit www.newalbanysymphony.com.
5. Irish Eyes Will Smile.
Grammy Award-winning Irish group The Chieftains joins the Columbus Symphony Orchestra at 8 p.m. Feb. 27 at Veterans Memorial, 300 W. Broad St. Albert-George Schram conducts the orchestra with the group, which has toured North America regularly throughout the past 35 years. Visit www.columbussymphony.com.
BONUS.
Dance Revolution.
CAPA brings back Ailey II for an 8 p.m. performance Feb. 27 at the Capitol Theatre, 77 S. High St. Ailey II dancers bring strength, agility and grace into their powerful and diverse performances. Visit www.capa.com.
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