BAM Thursdays 2025

Thursdays, 5:00–10:00 PM
May 29–September 25
Columbus Museum of Art
 
Kick off your weekend early with BAM Thursdays (Bar, Art, and Music) at the Columbus Museum of Art.
 
Every Thursday, May 29 through September 25, enjoy live music, great art, delicious bites, creative experiences, and fresh libations in our Patricia M. Jurgensen Sculpture Garden.

Whether you’re winding down after work, meeting up with friends, or planning a spontaneous night out, BAM is your go-to summer evening. Explore the galleries after hours with free general admission from 5:00–10:00 PM, and extended museum hours until 10:00 PM every Thursday. Limited indoor seating is available at Schokko Café.

See what’s on view here.
 
New this year! Members save 25% on food and non-alcoholic beverages at BAM Thursdays. Not a member yet? Join today.
 
No reservation or ticket is needed to attend BAM Thursdays! If you’d like to explore the galleries during your visit, timed museum tickets are available to reserve in advance here, but walk-ins are always welcome. Dining tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis. In case of bad weather, BAM Thursdays will move indoors to the atrium.

BAM Schedule

Each BAM Thursday will feature a local artist from 6:00–8:00 PM and DJ(s) from 5:00–10:00 PM.

May

Don’t miss BAM UnderCurrent on May 15 from 5:00–9:00 PM! Kick off this year’s BAM (Bar, Art, Music) season in the heart of Downtown with a one-night-only experience under Current at the corner of Gay and High Sts. Learn more here.
 
The BAM Thursdays entertainment schedule for May and June is coming soon.