Columbus 2025

Ring Chords in Columbus, October 20–25!

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Columbus 2025
77th Annual International Convention and Competition
Where voices soar, friendships grow, and champions are made.

There's only one Sweet Adelines Convention Feeling: Find it in Columbus, Ohio, October 20–25.

Pre-event registration is closed, but don't worry!
All-Events Passes and Single-Event Passes will be available on-site at the Registration Desk (credit/debit card only).

Ring Chords in Columbus!

Columbus Education Events

Arrive Early, Learn Big, Win Prizes!

Columbus 2025 Education PassportGet to Columbus early for Monday education events and classes including lively "passport rounds" and "Tag-Outs!" with Queens. You'll also have a chance to win prizes! Also enjoy expert panel discussions and barbershop arranging on Tuesday and classes with International Champions on Friday and Saturday.

 

Harmony Classic • Tuesday, October 21
Quartet Semifinals • Wednesday, October 22
Chorus Semifinals • Thursday, October 23
Quartet Finals • Friday, October 24
Chorus Finals • Saturday, October 25

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Registration dates...and what they mean!
Pre-Event Registration is now closed.

Pre-Event registration (online, mail/fax) is now closed — but don’t worry! Attendees can still purchase an All-Events Pass or Single-Event Pass on-site at the Registration Desk (credit/debit card only).

All-Events Pass Prices: 

  • Member: $320
  • Non-Member: $340
  • Youth (25 & under): $225

Have friends or family in the Columbus area who just want to experience a day of shows? Single-Event Passes will be available for purchase on-site at the Registration Desk.

Please note: Single-Event Passes include admission to shows only. They do not include VIP seating or access to education events. 

Single-Event Pass Prices:

  • Tuesday — Harmony Classic: $85
  • Wednesday — Quartet Semifinals: $85
  • Thursday — Chorus Semifinals: $85
  • Friday — Quartet Finals: $90
  • Saturday — Chorus Finals: $90 
  • Youth (25 & under): $60 (for any child requiring their own seat)

Payment Information

The Sweet Adelines Convention and Competition is a cashless venue. On-site registration and ticket purchases can be made with credit or debit card only. All prices listed in USD.

ADA Seating
Provide your ADA seating requirements during registration.

Provide your ADA request (i.e. scooter, walker, wheelchair, or visual impairment) at the time of registration. The ADA section is included in the online checkout process and in the "Access Needs Code" column of the registration form. Your seating assignment will be provided on your name badge at the event.

Airport, Transportation, and REAL ID Requirement

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH – Airport Code)
4600 International Gateway
Columbus, OH 43219
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Rental Cars
Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Thrifty, and Payless are available.
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Taxis, Shuttles & Rideshares
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SuperShuttle is offering a discount code for convention attendees: Use “GR2025” to save on your airport transportation bookings.

REAL ID Requirement
Beginning May 7, 2025, U.S. travelers must be REAL ID compliant to board domestic flights. Visit www.tsa.gov for additional information and requirements.

Columbus, Ohio, is ready for Sweet Adelines!
This city is vibin'...

“Columbus is one of the fastest-growing cities in the Midwest, the 14th largest city in the country and was named one of the Best Cities for Gen Z in 2022 by The New York Times.” – Experience Columbus

Competition apparel from Gold Medal Ideas
Pre-order by September 1.

2025 Columbus Competition Apparel from Gold Medal IdeasRing Chords in Columbus in custom competition apparel! Pre-order to ensure your chorus/quartet members and fans get their custom apparel in time for contest week. 

Front includes the 2025 Columbus Convention and Competition Logo
Back includes (choice of): Chorus Semifinals OAP, Harmony Classic OAP, Quartet Semifinals OAP, or your chorus roster.

  • Visit www.sa.goldmedalideas.com to register and provide your roster.
  • Choose Your Apparel: Select from a variety of styles and colors.
  • July 15: Last day for chorus leadership to register chorus.
  • July 31: Last day for chorus leadership to provide roster.
  • September 1: Last day to pre-order apparel online for delivery before contest week.
  • October 1: All orders shipped (unless picking up at GMI booth in Columbus) 
Education in Columbus
Enjoy education events all week long!

Columbus education kicks off Monday with a superb lineup of instructors, topics, and amazing prizes. Get there early, meet new friends, and fill your passport with stamps for a chance to win a prize! The fun starts the moment you arrive.

Family Chorus
Sing with Sweet Adelines, friends, and family in the 2025 Family Chorus!

The Family Chorus performance will take place on Saturday, October 25, right after the Chorus Finals. Yes, it will be featured on the live international competition webcast!

Co-directed by Kim Wonders and Natalie Allen of Metro Nashville Chorus—this will be a Family Chorus to remember!

Thank you to everyone who signed up for Family Chorus. Sign-ups are now closed...we will see you in Columbus!

General Seating
All competition sessions are general seating.

You cannot save seats in the arena overnight — but you can be the first in line to enter into the arena each morning! Exceptions for VIP seating apply. 

Greater Columbus Convention Center
Explore the GCCC!

Greater Columbus Convention CenterThe Greater Columbus Convention Center (GCCC) is located in the heart of downtown Columbus along North High Street and Nationwide Boulevard. The GCCC is connected to area hotels, offers convenient parking locations, and within walking distance of some of the greatest attractions and nightlife the city has to offer. Photo © Greater Columbus Convention Center

Hotel Block Reservations
Registered attendees receive a discounted rate!

Columbus 2025 Hotel Block ReservationsRegistered attendees can reserve rooms in the Sweet Adelines Hotel Block! 

Please remember: Do not contact the hotels directly. All reservations must be made online through our official hotel reservation site, provided by the Experience Columbus Housing Bureau, to receive the specially contracted rate.

 

If you have questions about your hotel reservation, please call the Experience Columbus Housing Bureau at 833-638-6497. You can also email Housing@ExperienceColumbus.com

Reservations for competing choruses and quartets will be initiated by our Events Department. If you have questions, please email events@sweetadelines.com.

Judge Panel
Meet the experts behind the scores.

Sweet Adelines judges spend hours ensuring the most accurate scores. Their detail, focus, and dedication are world-renowned. Without further ado, here is the official judging panel for the 2025 International Competition.

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See your message on the BIG Screen in Columbus!

Send love, thanks, congratulations, encouragement…whatever message you want to share with a chorus, quartet, member, director, or all Sweet Adelines. It’ll be seen for 12 seconds on the big – 12’ x 6’ – screens in the competition arena! 

Schedule of Events
International Convention and Competition takes place October 20–25, in Columbus, Ohio, USA!

Check back here for all things Sweet Adelines—event times, locations, and details happening throughout the week. Please note: The schedule is subject to change, so visit often for the latest updates.

Scooter Rentals
Check availability, request a quote, and book your scooter from any of the rental companies below.

Columbus Convention Center
The Columbus Convention Center has scooters for rent on-site; however, they do not deliver to hotels and must be picked up from the convention center. Visit website or view terms and conditions for details.
Phone: 614.827.2531
Email: guestservices@columbusconventions.com

Judys Scootys
Visit website or call 1-614-465-6551

Cloud of Goods
Visit website or call 1-407-545-3103

Advanced Medical Supply, Inc.
Visit website or call 1-614-344-6449
4840 West Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43228

Mobility City
Visit website or call 1-614-756-4622
4506 Cemetery Road
Hilliard, Ohio 43026

VIP Seating
VIP Seating is honored Wednesday through Saturday.

Your seating assignment will be provided on your name badge. Attendees with VIP seating will be notified in advance. For questions about VIP seating, contact events@sweetadelines.com.

Convention Volunteers
Thank you to our Convention Volunteers!

Thank you for being part of our 2025 International Convention and Competition! Sign-ups are now closed.

If you have any questions, please contact: volunteer@sweetadelines.com

Questions?
Sweet Adelines members will receive periodic updates via email.

In the meantime, please send inquiries to events@sweetadelines.com.

We'd love to hear from you!

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