Registration Opens August 1, 2026
WHEN:
October 23, 2026
8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Greater Columbus Convention Center
400 N. High Street
Columbus, OH 43215
Event Schedule
SETUP DAY
| Thursday, October 22, 2026 | |
|---|---|
| 9:00 a.m. | Volunteers arrive |
| 9:15 a.m. | Set up tables and chair Sort clothes Sort groceries Event deliveries |
| 12:00 p.m. | Choir practice Providers set up their tables |
| 2:45 p.m. | End of Day |
EVENT DAY
| Friday, October 23, 2026 | |
|---|---|
| 7:00 a.m. | Volunteers & Providers arrive |
| 8:00 a.m. | Doors open to Veterans |
| 9:45 a.m. | Jim Dean, Bagpiper plays |
| 10:00 a.m. | Flag program (all business stops) |
| 10:20 a.m. | Bagpipes and business resumes |
| 10:30 a.m. –12:30 p.m. |
Lunch |
| 12:45 p.m. | Tear down volunteers arrive |
| 1:00 p.m. |
Veteran guest event ends Volunteers stack tables & chairs |
| 2:30 p.m. | End of Day |
Event Highlights
Jim Dean, Bagpiper
Our Bagpiper will play just before our Flag program. All business will stop to honor our flag. Business will resume when Jim plays his bagpipes again.
Youth performances & connections
- Oak-a-Pella Choir — Oakstone Academy
- Fort Hayes Career Center Students
- OSU Nursing Students
Free Parking
Parking vouches will be available at our Survey Square after the Flag Program.
Coffee and donuts
Coffee and Donuts will be available at Stand Down in the morning.
Hot Lunch
Lunch is free to veteran Guests, Providers who are staffing tables, and all event Volunteers.
Explore our array of free services and get the right answer the first time!
All services are FREE!
Providers
Providers
A wide range of services including some free give a ways.
Women’s Lounge
Women’s Lounge
A place just for the ladies to gain information to improve their lives.
VA Medical
VA Medical
Have a medical concern? The VA Medical will help!
Legal Services
Legal Services
Columbus Legal Aid’s services are always free and quite helpful.
Veteran Recreation
Veteran Recreation
Want to just “hang out” with some Vets? Signup for fishing, hunting, horses, farm and much more!
Housing
Housing
Need a change in housing? Come see what’s available to you.
Academics
Academics
Just out of the military and want to apply your experience? Check out our 2-year, 4-year and Vocational Education options.
Jobs
Jobs
Is it time for a new job? Come talk to our companies looking for Veterans to employ. Get advice on your resume too!
Ohio Medal of Honor
Ohio Medal of Honor
Explore a powerful tribute to Ohio’s bravest heroes at the Ohio Medal of Honor Awardees display.
Home Essentials
Home Essentials
New clothing and footwear from Rocky Boot Company will be available. Supplies may be limited!
Groceries
Groceries
Free grocery items from the Mid Ohio Food Collective.
Haircuts
Haircuts
Stop by for a free haircut exclusively for veterans at this special event. Relax and enjoy a well-deserved moment of care.
Friday, October 23, 2026