UKR40

UKR40 ANNIVERSARY BASH

2026, the year of our musical lord, marks the 40th anniversary of Used Kids Records (UKR)! We're celebrating all year long! Listening parties to the max. Mega marquee in-store performances. Super-cool special events. And, the crown jewel is UKR40 Anniversary Bash, a series of shows in September that will feature a slew of top-shelf bands of various genres. Yes, this year, we're going all out to bring the party to the people.

ABOUT

USED KIDS RECORDS

Established in 1986 in Columbus, Ohio, and 100% independently operated, Used Kids Records is a bona fide Midwest institution and a cultural beacon for music lovers of all ages and tastes. UKR offers the deepest selection of new and used vinyl, CDs and cassettes in Central Ohio. Our shop is the place to dig for days, hang out with friends and discover something new or pick up an old favorite. You can also catch a great-sounding live show from our in-house stage. From the Supersuckers, Yo La Tengo, and the Black Keys to Joe Walsh and Nancy Wilson (Heart), our shop has hosted hundreds of musicians over the years. We’ve also booked a bevy of acts throughout Columbus’ clubs. Recents have included Nashville Pussy, Des Demonas, the Darts, Cardiel, Service, and more.

USED KIDS RECORDS CHARITABLE ENDEAVORS

Over the years, we’ve created many opportunities to raise thousands of dollars for the Mid-Ohio Food Collective. Our main annual event is the punk-rock Xmas throwdown, Figgy Fest. We also love to support local and touring artists' charity causes, such as raising thousands of dollars for VetsAid with Joe Walsh and City of Hope with the Supersuckers.

Events Anchor

WHAT'S HAPPENING AT USED KIDS RECORDS?

We're always adding exclusive listening parties, in-house concerts, and music-related happenings to our robust events calendar. The events are free, all ages affairs, including or monthly First Fridays showcase, which features Central Ohio acts.

Fri, Mar 06
FIRST FRIDAYS: An Evening With Happy Chichester
Used Kids Records
RSVP
Mar 06, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Used Kids Records, 2500 Summit St, Columbus, OH 43202, USA
We're stoked to host R.C. Mob/Howlin' Maggie founder and Afghan Whigs/Twilight Singers collaborator Happy Chichester, who'll be featuring songs songs from his latest album, TEST TIME! !!! FREE ADMISSION / ALL AGES !!!
Sat, Mar 07
HARRY STYLES "KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO OCCASIONALLY" Listening Party
Used Kids Records
RSVP
Mar 07, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Used Kids Records, 2500 Summit St, Columbus, OH 43202, USA
Check it out: more than 300 stores in 40 cities across the country are hosting Harry Styles KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO, OCCASIONALLY listening parties next month and we're one of them! Admission: free. All ages admitted. No RSVP, no tix necessary. See you here!
Thu, Mar 12
CONCRETE, UNHOLY SWARM, COWARD
Spacebar
RSVP
Mar 12, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Spacebar, 2590 N High St, Columbus, OH 43202, USA
A March night that promises to be heavy as all hell!
Fri, Mar 13
LAMB OF GOD "Into Oblivion" Listening Party
Used Kids Records
RSVP
Mar 13, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Used Kids Records, 2500 Summit St, Columbus, OH 43202, USA
Metalheads, let's gather together and blast the hell out of the new Lamb of God LP, INTO OBLIVION! We'll have refreshments, giveaways, a raffle, and good-ass time. Free admission, no RSVP/tic nec., all ages.
Thu, Mar 19
War On Women, Oceanator
Used Kids Records
RSVP
Mar 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Used Kids Records, 2500 Summit St, Columbus, OH 43202, USA
All hail War on Women! The hardcore punk Baltimore band's set to grace the Used Kids stage with opener Oceanator! Admission: $10 suggested donation.
Sat, Mar 21
HAUNT, SACRED LEATHER
Spacebar
RSVP
Mar 21, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Spacebar, 2590 N High St, Columbus, OH 43202, USA
Old school thrashers HAUNT headline a killer bill with Intranced, Icarus Witch, Sacred Leather! Cash-only tix at the Used Kids Records counter...digital tix at Eventbrite.
Fri, Apr 03
FIRST FRIDAYS: J. Moriarty, with Gardener (duo version)
Used Kids Records
RSVP
Apr 03, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Used Kids Records, 2500 Summit St, Columbus, OH 43202, USA
Catch the indie-rockers during out April installment of our regional music showcase, First Fridays! FREE/ALL AGES/NO RSVP or TIX nec.
Tue, Apr 14
THE QUEERS, with the Raging Nathans and City Sidestep
Rumba Café
RSVP
Apr 14, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Rumba Café, 2507 Summit St, Columbus, OH 43202, USA
2026 marks 46 years of the QUEERS? TRUTH! Don't miss a night of their always fun Ramones-meet-Beach Boys rock n roll.
Wed, Apr 15
Matt Pryor (Get Up Kids), Small Uncle
Rumba Café
RSVP
Apr 15, 2026, 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Rumba Café, 2507 Summit St, Columbus, OH 43202, USA
Catch the Get Up Kids' Matt Pryor, who'll be featuring songs from his new album, The Salton Sea!
Fri, Apr 17
Black Viiolet
Ace of Cups
RSVP
Apr 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Ace of Cups, 2619 N High St, Columbus, OH 43202, USA
Do not miss sultry neo-soul / triphop / pop chanteuse Nicole Laurenne, aka, Black Viiolet! The Pacific Northwest singer, songwriter and Farfisa organ player -- who also heads up the funky garage rocking Darts -- will be featuring tunes from the killer-cool new album, Dark Blue.
Sat, Apr 18
RECORD STORE DAY 2026
Used Kids Records
RSVP
Apr 18, 2026, 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Used Kids Records, 2500 Summit St, Columbus, OH 43202, USA
If you've never been part of the fun of Record Store Day, here's your opportunity for a great time at the shop. It's always a festive affair, and this one's promising to be bigger than ever. See you here when doors open bright and early at 8 a.m. April 18th. MORE details to come. #RSD26
Tue, Apr 28
NECROT!!!
Ace of Cups
RSVP
Apr 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Ace of Cups, 2619 N High St, Columbus, OH 43202, USA
NECROT: Death metal punk straight outta Oakland! With Columbus' Abyssal Rift and Indianapolis' Flesher!

CONTACT

- GENERAL -

info@usedkidrecords.com

- HYPE DEPARTMENT -

(Event Booking & Press Info)

booking@usedkidsrecords.com

- HIRING -

angie@usedkidsrecords.com

- PHONE -

614-421-9455

- ADDRESS -

2500 SUMMIT ST

COLUMBUS, OH 43202

- HOURS -

Monday-Saturday 10a-8p

Sunday 12p-6p

- CLOSED -

Christmas and Thanksgiving

You can park for free seven days a week in front of and right behind Used Kids Records. There's also ample free parking along Summit Street north and south of Hudson Street and on surrounding streets. Please DO NOT park in the alley on the south side of the shop. That's a tow zone.

CONTACT/LOCATION

Stereo EQ

Stereo equipment

We sell brand new AUDIO TECHNICA TURNTABLES AND POWERED EDIFIER SPEAKERS
AND THEY are flying off the shelves. BUY YOURS TODAY IN THE SHOP!

Audio-Technica

Turntables made in Stow, OH.

Edifier

Speakers

PREOWNED STEREO EQUIPMENT

We buy and sell vintage stereo turntables, speakers, amplifiers, receivers, and more — AS IS. We do not sell restored stereo equipment. We prefer brands such as Audio-Technica, Marantz, Pioneer, Sansui, Technics, Advent, and the like. But no matter the hi-fi goods you have, feel free to contact us or stop by. We're always willing to hear and see what you're ready to part with.

Looking for restored stereo equipment? Check out friend-of-the-shop Todd Efkelman!

Stereo Repair Resources

We encourage you to support these Central Ohio repair shops:

Audiowright Shop

3521 N High St

Columbus, OH 43214

614-267-5880

audiowright.com

All-Pro Electronis

6665 Huntley Rd Suite J

Columbus, OH 43229

614-396-9489

allprotronix.com/

Sound & Vision

1216 E Powell Rd

Lewis Center, OH 43035

614-785-9700

soundandvisionohio.com

Stereo Lab

4532 Indianola Ave

Columbus, OH 43214

614-268-5500

stereo-lab.com

.pro-gallery-wix-wrapper {display: block !important;} .pro-gallery-wix-wrapper .gallery-item-container {opacity: 1 !important; display: block !important;}

Follow us on Instagram

@used_kids_records

SOCIAL

MERCH & MORE

MERCH AND MORE

GIFT CERTIFICATES

Nothing says I love your taste in music like a Used Kids Records gift certificate. Buy them in the shop or buy them here! We can ship them to any address in the United States and its five territories.

USED KIDS MERCH

Buy your UKR-branded T-shirts, hats and sticker packs here. You can also buy these goods every day in the shop. Our gear makes a killer gift for anyone in your world, as well as a bold statement for yourself, wherever you may roam.

ONLINE MUSIC SALES

Whether you're in Columbus, Ohio, or in the farthest flung hamlet in the U.S. of A., you can shop a curated stock of new and used music media 24/7/365 on Discogs and eBay. Click the links below.

Please note: We do not sell internationally.

COMPACT DISCS

Five $3 CDs for $10. Five $5 CDs for $20. Does it get any better than this, CD heads? It does not, especially when you learn that

almost every used CD in the bins has been buffed with a $22K ECO-Master CD-cleaning machine. Long live compact discs!

CONCERT FILMS, MUSIC MOVIES, AND DOCS

While we offer a deep and diverse selection of used and new vinyl, CDs and cassettes, we also sell a lot of cool music-related VHS and DVDs (and the occasional LaserDisc!) at very buyer-friendly prices. From rarities to popular titles, you never know what you'll score, which makes it all the more fun to check out our trove of new and used music movies.

MYSTERY BOXES

We're always buying lots of collections, which means we always have a fresh batch of tunes for you to dig through. We love to keep our stock of used 45s, LPs, cassettes, and CDs FRESH! So, from time to time, we'll box up a cache of wax, digital discs, or tapes to make space for new arrivals. Mystery Boxes, they don't last long on the floor — they're priced to move quick ass in a hurry: 100+ LPs for $20; 40+ CDs for $10; 30+ cassettes for $5; and 100+ 45s for $5. Get 'em in person while you can whenever we post 'em up on Insta' and Facebook.

UKR RECOMMENDS