Before you head to the iconic Ohio Stadium, home of the Ohio State Buckeyes, arm yourself with these essential tips to make the most of your game-day experience! Gameday Timeline. Check the stadium’s A-to-Z Guide for the latest information. Visit our Univerisity District Game Day Guide for our favorite hangout spots and other tips from before kickoff to post-game.
Ohio Stadium offers accommodations for guests with disabilities, including elevators, accessible seating, and restrooms. Accessible seating is available on all levels of the stadium. Likewise, all gate entrances are accessible (except the North Rotunda, which requires stairs to reach the main concourse.) For any special accommodations, contact the campus ADA Coordinator’s office.
Bag Policy and Security
Ohio State enforces a no-bag policy at Ohio Stadium. Small bags up to 5" x 8" x 1" are allowed. Guests with medical or childcare needs may bring one bag up to 14" x 14" x 4" through the band center entrance (between Gates 10 and 12) or the press entrance (between the Huntington Club and Gate 23).
All entry gates at Ohio Stadium are equipped with metal detectors. Fans will not need to empty their pockets unless directed by security.
Cashless Payments
All parking lots, garages, ticket offices, concessions, and merchandise stands are cashless. Major credit cards and mobile payments (Apple Pay/Google Pay) are accepted.
Getting There
On game day, some streets on and around campus become one-way. Do NOT rely on GPS or navigation apps to reach Ohio Stadium. After the game, traffic patterns will reverse, and traffic control officers will provide directions. Guests with parking passes should follow the instructions on the back of their pass. Campus can be accessed from SR-315 and I-71 (both north and south), but be aware that exit availability may change due to construction.
West Campus Shuttle
A free shuttle operates from the Mount Hall loop on West Campus to Coffey Road Park, near the Woody Hayes Bridge. The service begins six hours before kickoff and ends one hour after the game, allowing guests to easily walk across the bridge to Ohio Stadium.
Parking
On football Saturdays, day-of-game parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. All football parking lots and garages open at 5:00 a.m. You can purchase single-day parking or opt for a variety of seasonal parking passes. Special parking is also available for bicycles, RVs, and guests with disabilities.
Smoking
All tobacco products are prohibited in university buildings, on university property, and in parking lots, garages, and outdoor areas.
Tickets and Children Tickets
Single-game tickets are available for purchase on the official OSU website. Verified resale tickets can also be purchased through Ticketmaster and the Ohio State Buckeyes app. All guests must present a valid ticket. Lap tickets for children under two are available for $10 at Gate 5 on game days.
