Ohio Stadium
Columbus, OH
411 Woody Hayes Drive 43210
VENUE GUIDE
Ohio Stadium
Plan more than your event at Ohio Stadium. Jump to our Your Opening Act or Your Encore lower on this same venue page.
Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Ohio Stadium
Make the event easier by staying close to Ohio Stadium and the surrounding Columbus area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
The Blackwell Inn & Pfahl Conference Center
0.2 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.6 (1,249 reviews)
Olentangy Motor Inn
1.0 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.8 (117 reviews)
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus OSU
1.0 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (1,165 reviews)
Hyatt House Columbus OSU / Short North
1.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (365 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Ohio Stadium & the Area
Ohio Stadium is an event venue in Columbus, OH. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Ohio Stadium for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
2110 At the Blackwell
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (47 reviews)
The O on Lane
0.3 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Ohio Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (331 reviews)
Varsity Club Restaurant & Bar
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (1,239 reviews)
Traditions at Scott
0.4 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Ohio Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (376 reviews)
Bagels & Co.
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Ohio Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (58 reviews)
Mirror Lake Eatery
0.4 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Ohio Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (201 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
The Thirsty Scholar
0.4 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (125 reviews)
The Horseshoe Country Bar & More
0.6 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (64 reviews)
The Library Bar
0.6 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (331 reviews)
Out-R-Inn
0.6 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Ohio Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (490 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Oxley's To Go
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (26 reviews)
Rohr Café
0.3 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (51 reviews)
Panera Bread
0.3 mi from the venue
Coffee near Ohio Stadium for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (814 reviews)
Terra Byte Café
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (74 reviews)
Daydreamer Coffee
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (51 reviews)
Brenen's Cafe
0.4 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (138 reviews)
Attractions
The Oval
0.4 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Ohio Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (628 reviews)
Chadwick Arboretum
0.5 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (59 reviews)
Orton Geological Museum
0.5 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (198 reviews)
South Oval
0.6 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (112 reviews)
Jack Nicklaus Museum
0.6 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Ohio Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (73 reviews)
Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum
0.6 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Ohio Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (79 reviews)
Shopping
Lennox Town Center
0.6 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Ohio Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (3,872 reviews)
Shops On Lane Avenue
1.9 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,213 reviews)
Kingsdale Shopping Center
2.5 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (1,715 reviews)
Tremont Center
2.7 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (347 reviews)
Kenny Centre
3.7 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (1,947 reviews)
Banadir Shopping Center
3.7 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Ohio Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (59 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Ohio Stadium. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
The O on Lane
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Ohio Stadium.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (331 reviews)
Varsity Club Restaurant & Bar
0.3 mi from the venue
Food near Ohio Stadium for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (1,239 reviews)
Traditions at Scott
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Ohio Stadium.
Today: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (376 reviews)
Mirror Lake Eatery
0.4 mi from the venue
Food near Ohio Stadium for after the show or game.
Today: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (201 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
The Thirsty Scholar
0.4 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (125 reviews)
The Horseshoe Country Bar & More
0.6 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (64 reviews)
The Library Bar
0.6 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: 5:00 PM – 2:30 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (331 reviews)
Out-R-Inn
0.6 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: 4:00 PM – 2:15 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (490 reviews)
Getting to Ohio Stadium
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Ohio Stadium in Columbus, OH. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • COTA serves the Columbus metro. Check the transit agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near Ohio Stadium.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Ohio Stadium hosts major game-day and event traffic. Official lots, prepaid passes, opening times, ADA parking and road restrictions can vary by team, opponent or event. Check the venue's official event guide and your ticket/parking instructions before arrival.
TAILGATING
Not Verified
Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at Ohio Stadium have not been venue-verified. Policies can differ by team and event. Check the venue's official event-day rules before arrival.
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