The Commons

The Commons BUILDING HOURS:
Sunday - Saturday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM The Commons is a community gathering place in the heart of downtown Columbus.

Building on the strong foundation of the original structure, The Commons opened in April 2011 as a 21st century model for public gatherings and use by the community. The new structure features an expanded indoor playground, complete with a Luckey climber, expanded Miller-Tangeman Lobby featuring Chaos, a Jean Tinguely sculpture created for the original Commons, the Nugent-Custer Performance Hall,

The Patio and the Xenia Miller Conference Room (free for not-for-profit organizations to use). For information about rentals of any of The Commons areas, contact The Commons at (812) 376-2681.

Good Morning!
09/13/2025

Good Morning!

09/10/2025
09/09/2025

🌟 Cabaret at The Commons is back—and we’re opening with Broadway powerhouse Tracie Thoms!

You’ve seen her in RENT, Falsettos, and Cold Case… now experience her up close and personal in Columbus! 🎭✨
From her unforgettable performance of “Take Me or Leave Me” in the film adaptation of RENT to her dazzling Broadway career, Tracie brings a night of stories and songs you won’t want to miss.

📍 The Commons, Columbus, IN
📅 Oct. 9 at 7:30 PM
🎟️ Reserve your table or seats today! https://www.thecip.org/event-directory/cabaret/ or click the link in our bio!

BUY TICKETS (Series/Single)
Platinum – $225/$85
Gold – $180/$65
Silver – $150/$55

Series Title Sponsors: Christine & Mike Elwood
Series Co-Sponsors: Victoria Craig Griffin & Christopher Raskob
Series Media Sponsor: The Republic
Cabaret Sponsor: Jorge & Judy Morales
Cabaret Partner: African American Fund
Piano Sponsor: WWA Planning & Investments
Virtuoso Sponsor: Tracy L Haddad Foundation

What neat ideas!!!
09/08/2025

What neat ideas!!!

Happy Anniversary Luciana's !!!!!
09/04/2025

Happy Anniversary Luciana's !!!!!

Today we celebrate 8 years of being open at our Columbus location, we welcome you to come and celebrate with us

Doors will open at 6:00 PM tomorrow! 🎶
09/04/2025

Doors will open at 6:00 PM tomorrow! 🎶

The following Parks and Rec facilities will be closed on Monday, 9/1 in observance of Labor Day:AEI Fitness Center, Circ...
08/29/2025

The following Parks and Rec facilities will be closed on Monday, 9/1 in observance of Labor Day:
AEI Fitness Center, Circle K Fieldhouse, Columbus Gymnastics Center, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, and Parks Administration Offices in NexusPark.
The Commons building and Jim Henderson playground will be OPEN from 10-6, while Commons administration offices will be closed.

All City offices will be closed Monday, September 1, 2025 in observance of Labor Day.

There will be no trash or recycling collections on Labor Day. All collections will be delayed one day, with Friday’s collections on
Saturday, September 6.

Cabaret at The Commons returns October 9th! 🎶www.thecip.org
08/28/2025

Cabaret at The Commons returns October 9th! 🎶
www.thecip.org

Let's Knock out the Need next week!
08/26/2025

Let's Knock out the Need next week!

We're days away from our Knock Out the Need Blood Drive in partnership with WTHR-TV! 💪❤️

As routines change, students head back to school and the fall sports season begins, you can help ensure patients receive lifesaving care. Help us knock out the need by making an appointment to donate blood on September 3 and 4 at one of four locations in Indianapolis, Bloomington, Carmel or Columbus! Make an appointment now: https://rdcrss.org/3jlU2rW.

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300 Washington Street
Columbus, IN
47201

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Monday 7am - 9pm
Tuesday 7am - 9pm
Wednesday 7am - 9pm
Thursday 7am - 9pm
Friday 7am - 10pm
Saturday 7am - 10pm
Sunday 10am - 8pm

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