The Arnold Sports Festival 2026 will take place from March 5 to 8 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio.

The four-day event will include a multi-sport competition, including grappling matches, powerlifting competitions, the Arnold Classics, and much more. Confused, how to buy tickets for the event? Let us help you on that journey.

Ticket Price Categories

1. BodyBuilding Passes

There are certain passes only available for the bodybuilding part of the events. The ticket price starts from $499 and goes upwards to $1199. To watch the Arnold Classic live, it is advisable to buy the Bodybuilding Platinum VIP( $899.00 - $1199.00), Bodybuilding Gold VIP ($649.00 - $799.00), or Bodybuilding Silver VIP ($499)

2. Daily Expo Tickets

General Admission: Prices start at $22.50 for the Thursday Expo and vary by day: $50 on Friday, $60 on Saturday, and $40 on Sunday.

Children 14 & under: Free with a paying adult for expo access only.

3. 3-Day Passes

Available via resellers, the secondary market, and the event’s official website, this three-day pass provides unparalleled access to the event for its entire duration. According to the official website, it is priced at $115, though prices may vary on the secondary market.

4. VIP & Ultimate Expo Passes

These passes are sold only in advance and include various perks like goodies, early entry, collectible items, and much more. According to the official website, these tickets are priced around $199; however, the secondary market prices for this can be really high.

5. Special Events

Arnold Sunday Showcase: $40 ticket (also included in some VIP packages).

Sport-specific Finals and Strongman events require separate tickets if not covered by VIP or passes.

Note: All tickets are subject to tax and service charges; policy states no refunds once ordered.

How To Book Seats

Official Site Ticketing

You can visit the Arnold Sports Festival Tickets page at arnoldsports.com/tickets to buy the tickets. Select your desired tickets or passes and then complete the checkout with payment. It must be noted that advance purchase is required for VIP, Ultimate, and 3-day passes.

On-Site Purchase

Some ticket types are available at the door while supplies last (box office hours vary by day).

Third-Party Platforms

Resale marketplaces like Vivid Seats, AXX list tickets at varying prices; verify authenticity and fees before purchase.

Booking Tips

Buy early for VIP and best seating selection; passes may sell out.

Check the official ticket portal first; secondary market prices fluctuate based on demand.

Written by

Suryakant Das

Edited by

Joyita Das