Barry Manilow at Nationwide Arena: Columbus Concert Guide
Barry Manilow brings The Last Concerts to Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio, on. Listed as a Concerts event in the Pop / rock category, the show celebrates more than five decades of songs from one of America's most enduring pop performers.
Barry Manilow Biography and Tour
Born Barry Alan Pincus in 1943, Barry Manilow is a singer, songwriter, and producer whose career spans more than 50 years. He has sold over 85 million records worldwide and earned Grammy, Emmy, and Tony awards. His best-known songs include “Mandy,” “Copacabana (At the Copa),” “I Write the Songs,” and “Can't Smile Without You,” which helped make him a defining voice on Adult Contemporary radio.
The Last Concerts is billed as Manilow's farewell to large-scale North American arena touring. The show is built around career-spanning favorites, supported by a live band, large-screen archival footage, and audience sing-alongs. The reported setlist includes “Looks Like We Made It,” “Weekend in New England,” “Could It Be Magic,” and “Mandy,” with “Copacabana” as a signature finale. The concert is described as a roughly 90-minute performance without an intermission; setlists can vary.
The supplied event information identifies this as Manilow's Columbus date at Nationwide Arena. No earlier Barry Manilow dates at this venue or specific Columbus-related past-show details are provided, so previous local appearances cannot be confirmed here.
Nationwide Arena Venue and Seating Information
Nationwide Arena is the setting for this arena-scale farewell production, with video visuals and lighting designed to reach audiences throughout the venue. For a show centered on Manilow's vocals, familiar songs, and archival footage, consider how you prefer to experience the performance: a closer view of the stage or a broader perspective on the production.
Seating quality and sightlines can vary by event configuration and individual seat location. Review the seating map and current event details before choosing tickets; no specific sections can be identified as consistently best, worst, or preferred from the information provided.
Parking Information for Nationwide Arena
Parking arrangements, current prices, and availability can change for event nights. Check the venue's current event-day guidance before traveling, and allow extra time for arena traffic and parking access.
- Compare available nearby lots and garages before arrival, checking restrictions and event-day rates directly.
- Consider public transportation or drop-off options if you prefer not to park near the arena during a busy concert.
For event details and ticket information, visit ticketscolumbusoh.com.