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Official Ticket Marketplace of the Columbus Blue Jackets 

Columbus Blue Jackets History

The Columbus Blue Jackets — whose name pays tribute to Ohio's substantial contributions to the Union army during the Civil War — joined the NHL as an expansion franchise in 2000.

The Blue Jackets played their first 12 seasons as a member of the Western Conference, making their first foray into the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2008-2009 led by All-Star winger Rick Nash and Rookie of the Year goaltender Steve Mason.

NHL realignment saw the team move to the Eastern Conference in 2013-2014, and the Blue Jackets have since collected six winning seasons and qualified for the Stanley Cup Playoffs five times. Columbus was one of just three teams to earn playoff berths in four consecutive seasons from 2016-2020, joining the Boston Bruins and Washington Capitals.

In 2018-2019, the eighth-seeded Blue Jackets faced off against the Presidents' Trophy-winning and top-seeded Tampa Bay Lightning in the first round of the playoffs. The Blue Jackets shocked the heavily-favored Lightning as they became the first team in NHL history to earn a four-game sweep in the first round of the playoffs against a team with the league's best regular-season record.

Columbus Blue Jackets Team Info

Conference: Eastern
Division: Metropolitan
Year Founded: 2000
Team Colors: Blue, Red, Silver, White
Team Rivals: Pittsburgh Penguins, St. Louis Blues, Nashville Predators

Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena

The Columbus Blue Jackets have played at Nationwide Arena since their inaugural season in 2000. Located in the heart of The Arena District downtown, the arena features a 1857 Napoleon replica cannon that blasts when the Blue Jackets hit the ice at the start of the game, when they score, and at the end of the game following a Columbus win.

FAQS

The Columbus Blue Jackets’ 2023–24 regular season kicks off in October at home as the Blue Jackets face off against the Philadelphia Flyers. The Blue Jackets play their final game of the regular season at home against Metropolitan Division opponents the Carolina Hurricanes. Here’s a list of key games to keep an eye on: 

  • 10/12 vs. Philadelphia Flyers
  • 11/14 vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
  • 12/08 vs. St. Louis Blues
  • 01/30 @ St. Louis Blues
  • 03/09 vs. Nashville Predators
  • 03/30 vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
  • 04/13 @ Nashville Predators
  • 04/16 vs. Carolina Hurricanes

Tickets for the 2023–24 regular season can be purchased on Ticketmaster, the Official Ticket Marketplace of the Columbus Blue Jackets.

The Blue Jackets have never appeared in the Stanley Cup Final.

The seating map for NationwideArena can be viewed here.

Reviews

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 based on 1710 reviews
  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Jackets Games are Outstanding

    by Osupablo on 2/22/18Nationwide Arena - Columbus

    Enjoyed being in Nationwide Arena again to see the Columbus Blue Jackets play. Always an interesting and fun filled experience that everyone should be a part of sooner than later. Will call using ticketmaster was fast and easy way to pick-up the tickets and enjoy the game atmosphere.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Nationwide Arena is great

    by cody51511 on 2/22/18Nationwide Arena - Columbus

    Even though the Blue Jackets lost the arena is a great place to go see hockey. Traffic is bad after but what place isn't.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Fantastic Atmosphere and Experience

    by HamOnTheCob on 2/21/18Nationwide Arena - Columbus

    Nationwide Arena is a stellar venue for an event, especially hockey! Parking is pricey but convenient, the staff at the arena are extremely helpful and very friendly. The food options are plentiful and many are unique (like a ridiculous slab of bacon on a stick!). The entertainment between the action is fun and engaging, and the fans are all super energetic and friendly! I would recommend a Blue Jackets game at Nationwide Arena to anyone.

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    broken seat couldnt see a thing

    by dudefrom43082 on 2/21/18Nationwide Arena - Columbus

    the guy in front of me sesat was broke he stood the whole first period missed everything

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    3 peat possible

    by Anonymous on 2/21/18Nationwide Arena - Columbus

    The pens started strong after struggling most of this year. This strong passing and goal scoring took the Columbus crowd out of the game from the start. Columbus seems to have adopted a dump and shoot style of game, which is not the way they were playing earlier this year. Bob seems to get rattled once he sees the gold and black jerseys. He let in a couple of very soft goals. The Pens seem to be playing like they they really want a 3 peat!!!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Fun times in arena district

    by Rozbonk on 2/21/18Nationwide Arena - Columbus

    We travel to Columbus every couple years or so to watch the Pens and Jackets rivalry. The atmosphere is always exciting. We really enjoyed the game and beforehand we skated on the outdoor rink at Winter Park which was a great experience. The people of Columbus are always friendly and welcoming and we look forward to our next visit. Well done Columbus, OH!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    First Hockey Game

    by Bluemax229 on 2/21/18Nationwide Arena - Columbus

    I had never been to a Columbus blue jackets hockey game. Every part of it was fantastic! From the ease which with we were able to park, short walk to the arena, and especially the friendliness of all the staff. The seating is such that there doesn't appear to be a bad seat in the house. We were up high, but could clearly see all the action. I could see you right over the head of the person in front of me. The one thing that surprised me were the concentration of Pittsburg Penguins fans. For a moment I thought I was in Pittsburgh! My next home hockey game at Nationwide will be with and an opponent that will not present a high number of fans in the stands. One more thing… If you don't like standing up to let people from your row pass by, then pick seats in the middle of the row. there was one female Penguins fan in my road that must have gone to get beer/bathroom eight times! Leaving the arena was just as trouble free as arriving. The mass crowd moved briskly, and even getting out of the parking garage and back on the interstate took just minutes. A really great experience which I look forward to repeating!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Great place to see a game

    by STLHockeyDad on 2/20/18Nationwide Arena - Columbus

    My son and I recently began our quest to see a game in every NHL arena. We were in Columbus for a Squirt hockey tournament, so we got tickets. Nationwide did not disappoint- Nice, clean venue, great way finding, friendly staff, easy in, easy out... everything a visitor could ask for. Food and beer options abound and are more reasonably priced than most other arenas we've visited. A couple of things to note: parking is not great. This is true of many arenas, so not a huge gripe, but be prepared. Doors opened only an hour before opening face off, but it's a nice area and you can kill time if you need to. Another minor ding is that while there are many small kiosks in the concourse of the arena, the team store is actually in an adjacent building. Go there before the game if you're looking for swag. Tickets- they really push the electronic ticket. It's convenient for some, but if you collect hard tickets, allow yourself a few extra days for shipping and be prepared to pay a premium.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Go CBJ

    by JoeCool43 on 2/19/18Nationwide Arena - Columbus

    Great time!!! We just need a win next time, go Jackets!!!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Very fun

    by Samsaysiam on 2/19/18Nationwide Arena - Columbus

    Seeing the Blue Jackets is always fun, especially if you’re a Columbus native. The game is fun whether win or lose, which in this case they lost 1-2. Definitely planning on going again.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    How can you not like hockey...

    by Iceski on 2/19/18Nationwide Arena - Columbus

    The game was amazing and the staff goes out of their way to be helpful. I did take a Star always because the seats are insanely uncomfortable. I’m not small but I’m not huge and I couldn’t sit in the seats normally. It was a packed house and I felt like a sardine. I felt like I was sitting in the cheap seats even though I was just a few rows from the ice. To me not worth the price for season tickets. But a single game it’s still worth it from time to time.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by Jaybirdedie on 2/13/18Nationwide Arena - Columbus

    Great game! Had amazing seats! Recieved a signed game stick after the game to top it off!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Highly Recommend

    by ReadingTeacher5 on 1/3/18Nationwide Arena - Columbus

    Great venue and Great Seats!! Easy access to venue and seats. Blue Jackets fans were energetic! Great night.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by Turningfifty on 1/3/18Nationwide Arena - Columbus

    My team didn't win ..... but great seats. A wonderful time was had by all

  • Rating: 1 out of 5

    Blue Jackets New Year's Eve home game

    by eightydeuce on 1/3/18Nationwide Arena - Columbus

    An absolute pathetic performance. No hustle, listless, what a waste of time and money. I won't be back. Concessions?-limited choices, fair service, poor food and attention to condiment stands.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    NHL Hockey

    by liagmaster on 12/23/17Nationwide Arena - Columbus

    The game itself was very entertaining as both teams played hard! Lot's of "support" as between the periods and whenever play was postponed (ie to get the ice cleaned up), there was ALWAYS something going on. Had a lot of fun!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    by Anonymous on 12/23/17Nationwide Arena - Columbus

    Excellent food, courteous staff, and easy entry. Presenter between periods was mediocre.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Another great night at NWA.

    by cbusorbust on 12/4/17Nationwide Arena - Columbus

    Love coming to Nationwide for Blue Jackets games! Venue is great (clean, lots to do, comfy seats - even in the nosebleeds) and staff are the best - they are personable and really take care of their guests.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Beautiful arena, great area, fun atmosphere

    by 111231323158 on 11/27/17Nationwide Arena - Columbus

    Can't go wrong with Nationwide Arena. Blue Jackets are playing great now and the in arena fan experience is fantastic.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    a little higher in the lower bowl

    by Morrm0 on 11/27/17Nationwide Arena - Columbus

    We had tickets for the CBJ-Senators game and got seats a bit higher in the lower bowl in section 117. These made for better viewer of the 'other end' of the ice when play was centered there. We will do this area again when we can get them. The stadium is a great venue, no not amazing since I am selective in the use of that word. Ladies rooms are always well stocked and that is worth a mention!