Name alcoholics | Address | Schedule |
---|---|---|
10 AM at Club McKinley | 2998 Mc Kinley Avenue, Columbus, OH, 43085 | |
Wednesday, 10:00 am - 11:00 am | ||
Friday, 10:00 am - 11:00 am | ||
3 30s on McKinley | 2998 Mc Kinley Avenue, Columbus, OH, 43085 | |
Tuesday, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | ||
Wednesday, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | ||
Thursday, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | ||
Friday, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | ||
501 Step Group | 501 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215 | |
Tuesday, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | ||
Wednesday, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | ||
Thursday, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | ||
Friday, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | ||
Saturday, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | ||
After Hours Group | 1180 Shanley Dr, Columbus, OH 43224 | |
Tuesday, 10:00 pm - 11:00 pm | ||
Wednesday, 10:00 pm - 11:00 pm | ||
Thursday, 10:00 pm - 11:00 pm | ||
Friday, 10:00 pm - 11:00 pm | ||
Saturday, 10:00 pm - 11:00 pm | ||
BYOC Morning SIP Fellowship | Columbus, OH | |
Tuesday, 7:00 am - 8:00 am | ||
Wednesday, 7:00 am - 8:00 am | ||
Thursday, 7:00 am - 8:00 am | ||
Friday, 7:00 am - 8:00 am | ||
Creekside Recovery Group | 470 Havens Corners Rd, Columbus, OH 43230 | |
Wednesday, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm | ||
Thursday, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm | ||
Downtown First Things First Group | 200 E Livingston Ave, Columbus, OH 43215 | |
Tuesday, 7:00 am - 8:00 am | ||
Wednesday, 7:00 am - 8:00 am | ||
Thursday, 7:00 am - 8:00 am | ||
Friday, 7:00 am - 8:00 am | ||
Drummer’s Group | 25 W 5th Ave, Columbus, OH 43201 | |
Thursday, 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm | ||
Friday, 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm | ||
Saturday, 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm | ||
Early Evening Faith and Hope Group | 1180 Shanley Dr, Columbus, OH 43224 | |
Monday, 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm | ||
Tuesday, 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm | ||
Wednesday, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm | ||
Thursday, 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm | ||
Friday, 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm | ||
Saturday, 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm | ||
Eastside 5:30 PM Group | 2236 S Hamilton Rd #101, Columbus, OH 43232 | |
Monday, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm |
What is Alcoholics Anonymous?
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a free peer support group for those struggling with alcohol addiction. Regular group meetings are available throughout Columbus.
North Community Counseling Centers
- Monday – Friday at 12 pm – Open speaker discussion meeting
- Tuesday at 6 pm – Closed 12-step study meeting
- Saturday at 10 am – Open speaker discussion meeting
Shepherd’s Corner Ecumenical Church
- Sunday at 8 pm – Closed discussion meeting
- Friday at 8 pm – Open speaker meeting
- Tuesday at 8 pm – Open 12-step study meeting
Maryhaven Engagement Center
- Monday at 7 pm – Closed discussion meeting
- Wednesday at 7 pm – Open speaker meeting
- Saturday at 9 am – Closed 12 & 12 study meeting
The 12 Steps of AA
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a fellowship that helps those struggling with alcohol use disorder. The 12 steps outline AA’s program of recovery. Here is a brief overview of each step:
Getting Started with AA in Columbus
Use the meeting search on wfmh.org to find local meetings in your area. Columbus has both in-person and online/virtual AA meetings available.
Attending Your First Local AA Meeting
There are two main types of AA meetings in Columbus:
Meeting Type | Description |
Open Meetings | These meetings are open to the public, including non-alcoholics, family members, and friends. They provide an opportunity for anyone interested in learning more about AA to attend. |
Closed Meetings | These meetings are limited to individuals who have a desire to stop drinking. They offer a more intimate and focused environment for those actively seeking recovery. |
When attending your first meeting:
- Arrive early and introduce yourself as a new local member
- Share your experiences if you feel comfortable
You may receive welcome keychain tags marking sobriety milestones like:
- 30 days
- 60 days
- 1 year