A&R Bar is located in the entertainment neighborhood of the Arena District, A&R Music Bar sits right above The Basement and next to EXPRESS LIVE!. A&R Music Bar is a 400-capacity venue that showcases the poster art and photography of some of the country’s most well known artists, including wall to wall memorabilia from concerts over the last 30 years. The bar is full service and features a huge outdoor patio and (5) 50” LCD flat screen TV’s. A&R Music Bar's large outdoor patio offers an exclusive space to lounge before and after shows at EXPRESS LIVE!. A&R Music Bar hosts a variety of special events, from corporate parties, private concerts, live radio station broadcasts, band interviews, off-site meetings, and much more.

Our experienced event staff are some of the best in the business and are ready to plan your most memorable event.

• 400 Max Capacity
• Customizable Space for Branding Opportunities
• Full-service Bar
• Large Outdoor Patio
• Centrally Located in Downtown Columbus
• Exceptional Stage, Sound, + Lighting
• Customizable Marquee

The Basement is located next to EXPRESS LIVE! in downtown Columbus' Arena District and is within walking distance from numerous public parking lots. The Basement can host a wide variety of special event types, such as private concerts, red carpet galas, holiday parties, corporate meetings and much more! The flexible event space offers state-of-the-art production capabilities and expert event staff to ensure for a successful and seamless event for each occasion.

• Intimate Venue 350 Max Capacity
• Open Catering
• Dressing Rooms Available
• Customizable Space for Branding Opportunities
• Centrally Located in Downtown Columbus
• Exceptional Stage, Sound, + Lighting
• Customizable Marquee