LOCATION AND VENUE

Greater Columbus Convention Center
Battelle Grand
400 North High Street
Columbus, Ohio 43215

ARNOLD SPORTS FESTIVAL
170,000 fans. 12 Olympic Sports. 18,000 Athletes. 40 Events. ONE DESTINATION. ONE INCREDIBLE WEEKEND. The Arnold Sports Festival - The weekend of sporting activities that surpasses any other single weekend of athleticism in the world.

COMPETITION VENUE
Battelle Grand at The Convention Center
You will be among the very first to experience the all new Battelle Grand. A $40 million facelift for Battelle Grand will make this the premier venue you’ll compete in all year! The addition of a large window on the south end of the hall will offer an expansive view of downtown Columbus. Carpet and wall decor will enhance the appearance of the venue, and escalators will help unite the balcony with the rest of the hall. The new Battelle Grand will also will feature a high-tech ceiling system to provide customized lighting options, new concession areas, new larger restrooms, and much more.

Competition Floor & Staging
All cheer teams will compete on a 54’ wide by 42’ deep carpeted spring floor. The championships utilizes the finest staging, audio, sound, event production, and lighting available.

Warm-up Area
The warm up area will have a full 54’ wide by 42’ deep carpeted non-spring floor. Two spring tumble strips and stretching mats will also be a part of the warm-up rotation.

PARKING AND SHUTTLES UPDATE FOR 2010
There are multiple places to park. There are FREE EVENT SHUTTLES from various locations. Check Arnoldsportsfestival.com for detailed information, shuttle routes and parking lots.

Hotel Accommodations
Parking & Event Shuttle Information
For HOTEL Information, please visit: Arnold Sports Festival Hotels