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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.

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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.

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PARKING

Free parking is located on Summit St. in front of the store. We also provide 15 free parking spaces behind the store. Please do not park in the side alley south of the store, because it is a tow zone.

Contact & Location

ADDRESS

2500 Summit St.
Columbus, OH 43202

EMAIL

General Inquiries

info@usedkidsrecords.com

 
Booking/event Inquiries

booking@usedkidsrecords.com

Hiring Inquiries

angie@usedkidsrecords.com

PHONE

614-421-9455

Hours

Mon.–Sat. 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

Sun. 12–6 p.m.

Closed on Christmas and Thanksgiving

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UPCOMING
EVENTS

First Fridays is a monthly in-store showcase highlighting local bands in an effort to build and enrich the local music scene. The shows are free, so come enjoy the show and browse through our records!

  • Feb 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Used Kids Records, 2500 Summit St, Columbus, OH 43202, USA
    Join us for a very fun MITSKI "NOTHING'S ABOUT TO HAPPEN TO ME" listening party!
  • Feb 22, 2026, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM
    Columbus, 2590 N High St, Columbus, OH 43202, USA
    It's a night of pulsating industrial metal with San Francisco's PSYCLON NINE, plus Clockwork Echo, Our Frankenstein, and Bloodstoned!
  • Feb 25, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Used Kids Records, 2500 Summit St, Columbus, OH 43202, USA
    Gather with us to jam the new Bruno Mars album, The Romantic, at 6 pm WED 2/25/26 -- two days before the album's official release date. Go home with giveaways (18x24 posters, lanyards), maybe win a limited edition T-shirt! NO RSVP/tix nec.
  • Feb 28, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Used Kids Records, 2500 Summit St, Columbus, OH 43202, USA
    MAKE-UP IS A LIE, from Morrissey, is in record stores everywhere March 6. Used Kids Records is giving you a chance to hear the whole record in advance (2 PM SAT FEB 28th) and go home with exclusive merch!
  • 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 !!!
  • 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!
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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
    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.
  • 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
    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!
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EVERYDAY
FIVE $3 CDs FOR $10 and Five $5 CDs for $20

(no additional discounts apply) 
Everyday we offer a diverse and well stocked selection of used and new vinyl, CDs and cassettes. We also sell some cool music related VHS and DVDs
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MYSTERY BOXES

Come and get them while they last! Mystery boxes! We routinely sell a random selection of mystery items, including 100+ LPs for $20, 40+ CDs for $10, 30+ cassettes for $5 and 100+ 45s for $5.

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