COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) - From sporting events at Nationwide Arena and Lower.com Field, to concerts and music showcases, here are things to see and do this weekend in central Ohio. Blue Jackets vs. Panthers Nationwide Arena, March 19 at 7 p.m. The Columbus Blue Jackets face the Florida Panth ers in a home game. Puck drop is at 7 p.m. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 09: Adam Fantilli #19 of the Columbus Blue Jackets celebrates after scoring a goal in the second period against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on March 9, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Jared Silber/NHLI via Getty Images) Backstage at the Lincoln Lincoln Theatre, March 19 at 7 p.m. The concert series offers an opportunity to be seated on stage for a performance with your favorite local artists. This week's concert features Joenathan Banks. Banks blends original music with songs that have inspired him, weaving together elements of jazz, contemporary, and inspirational music. Summer events, concerts announced at Columbus Commons KickButtColumbus! March 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. KickButtColumbus! is Keep Columbus Beautiful annual Spring highway ramp clean-up event created to remove blighted conditions from our city's exit and entry ramps after winter thaw. Participants will meet at the Wolfe Park Shelterhouse at 105 Park Dr. “Heart of Ohio” Concert Davidson Theater, Riffe Center, March 22 at 7:30 p.m. For one night only, enjoy a concert featuring the North Coast Men’s Chorus (Cleveland), Dayton Gay Men’s Chorus, Cincinnati Men’s Chorus and the Columbus Gay Men’s Chorus, showcasing choral music in Ohio. Local drag artist Nina West will emcee the event. Crew vs. New York City FC Lower.com Field, March 21 at 7:30 p.m. The Columbus Crew face New York City FC in a home matchup. SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 15: Max Arfsten #27 of the Columbus Crew and Christopher McVey #97 of San Diego FC battle for the ball during the first half at Snapdragon Stadium on March 15, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Orlando Ramirez/Getty Images) Role Model with Special Guest Debii Dawson The Bluestone, March 22 at 7 p.m. American singer and songwriter Role Model is performing in Columbus, featuring Debii Dawson. Tickets are on sale. CML Authors at the Library Main Branch at 96 S. Grant Ave., March 22 at 2 p.m. Author talks at CML are free and open to the public, however registration is required to reserve seating. This session will feature Mary Robinette Kowal and John Scalzi. ...read more read less