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Welcome to Your 51ԹϺCommunity of Expats in Columbus

Hello and welcome to your expat community of Columbus, Ohio. As the world's largest network for people living and working abroad, 51ԹϺoffers you the opportunity to connect with international people in Columbus and around the world. Packed with comprehensive guides and detailed information, we invite you to take advantage of all the benefits your 51ԹϺmembership offers as you make your way towards a new life in Columbus. Especially created for expats, our aim is to support you through this sometimes tricky process, so that you can look forwards with excitement, knowing that help and reassurance is always available. If you have any concerns or day-to-day questions, simply head over to our forum where our friendly members are always happy to share their knowledge and experience with a fellow expat. Remember, they've already made the move to Columbus so pick their brains on everything from tricky paperwork concerns to the best employment agencies.

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Brian Norris

Brian Norris

When first moving to Washington, D.C., I didn't know many people outside of the office. 51ԹϺhas changed that with some exciting events.

Caroline Stiles

Caroline Stiles

In such an international city such as Washington, D.C. 51ԹϺholds great events for everyone to network and enjoy themselves.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Why you'll love 51ԹϺin Columbus

3,030
members in Columbus
3
monthly events
4
available expat forums
3
event hosts

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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Join Our Exciting Events in Columbus

Attend our monthly events and activities for Columbus expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.

51ԹϺColumbus @ the Italian Festival
51ԹϺColumbus @ the Italian Festival
Ciao!! This is another one of our favorite Columbus festivals. For venue, entertainment, entrance and parking information please see: https://www.columbusitalianfestival.com/ There is an entrance charge and a complementary parking option at a garage at Columbus State Community College. There wi
Ciao!! This is another one of our favorite Columbus festivals. For venue, entertainment, entrance and parking information please see: https://www.columbusitalianfestival.com/ There is an entrance charge and a complementary parking option at a garage at Columbus State Community College. There wi
51ԹϺOktoberfest in Columbus
51ԹϺOktoberfest in Columbus
It's Oktoberfest again! Let's enjoy Beer, Food, Music and German culture! We enjoyed it last year! We cannot skip it! The admission is FREE! The festival website: https://columbusoktoberfest.com/ The festival map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/LmmQ9981Rwk4dpUw6 For Parking: Oktoberfest parking is 15 do
It's Oktoberfest again! Let's enjoy Beer, Food, Music and German culture! We enjoyed it last year! We cannot skip it! The admission is FREE! The festival website: https://columbusoktoberfest.com/ The festival map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/LmmQ9981Rwk4dpUw6 For Parking: Oktoberfest parking is 15 do
51ԹϺColumbus @ Pins Mechanical Co. Downtown
51ԹϺColumbus @ Pins Mechanical Co. Downtown
Hello hello!! This time we are gathering on a Monday evening at Pins Mechanical in Columbus downtown. It should be a fun event. For those not familiar with Pins, here you can view the activities and menu Pins offers: https://www.pinsbar.com/locations/columbus On Mondays, Pins has a happy hour th
Hello hello!! This time we are gathering on a Monday evening at Pins Mechanical in Columbus downtown. It should be a fun event. For those not familiar with Pins, here you can view the activities and menu Pins offers: https://www.pinsbar.com/locations/columbus On Mondays, Pins has a happy hour th
51ԹϺColumbus @ Jazz & Ribs Festival
51ԹϺColumbus @ Jazz & Ribs Festival
Hello all!! Let's enjoy Jazz & Ribs festival together on July 18 in Columbus downtown. The festival website: https://www.hotribscooljazz.org/about-the-event/ The festival map: https://www.hotribscooljazz.org/map/ For Parking: https://www.hotribscooljazz.org/parking/ If you would like to avoid t
Hello all!! Let's enjoy Jazz & Ribs festival together on July 18 in Columbus downtown. The festival website: https://www.hotribscooljazz.org/about-the-event/ The festival map: https://www.hotribscooljazz.org/map/ For Parking: https://www.hotribscooljazz.org/parking/ If you would like to avoid t

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you like culture and music? Books? Food? Or is having a relaxed coffee and a chat more your thing? Whatever you're into, we've got the group for you. So go ahead and do more of what you love in Columbus - or learn something new!

Columbus Community Group
Columbus Community Group

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Embark on a New Life in Columbus

As a busy city, Columbus caters to all, with football, hockey, baseball, basketball, and soccer keeping sports fans happy, while the Metropolitan Park District features a selection of beautiful parks with diverse ecology. Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, the annual arts festival, the yearly Restaurant Week Columbus festival and the lively bars of the trendy North Market District ensure a busy vibrant lifestyle for all. Columbus' main industries include education, banking, insurance, defense, aviation, energy, steel, medical research, healthcare, retail, and technology. However, as a state capital, governmental positions account for the largest section of the workforce.

Meet Like-Minded Expats at 51ԹϺEvents in Columbus

At 51ԹϺwe understand that making new friends in an unfamiliar city can be tricky, but you can start by meeting your fellow expats at our large, regular events. Simply come along, socialize, network and have fun; you'll soon realize that you are part of a community of fascinating global minds. We also encourage you to find an 51ԹϺGroup where you can meet regularly with like-minded expats as you pursue your own interests in the city. Join the Columbus Adventures Group to get to grips with the city and have fun while also making new friends from our 51ԹϺexpatriate community of Columbus.

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