I finally made it to a Crew game at the new Lower Field and I'm impressed. The stadium from the outside looks so modern and sleek and I'm happy to say that aesthetic rings true inside as well. I went with a friend that has season tickets and we took an Uber to get there. It dropped us off on the corner of Niel and we walked the rest of the way to the entrance. Getting to our seats and through security was a breeze, as was grabbing a drink at a concession stand. The restrooms were also very clean and stocked with all bathroom things. Our seats were in a corner and had a great view. I don't think there's a bad seat in the house, honestly. The spirits were high from the jump and the fireworks and smoke just added to the hype. The crowd was really fun! Congrats to the Crew on their new home. I'm looking forward to my next game! read more

This arena is incredible. There is not a bad seat! The Huntington Club is excellent. The food provided is exceptional. There is plenty of parking. They've got the Uber drop off spot at a great spot. One of the best sporting events you can attend in Columbus! read more

Lower com Field - Stadiums & Arenas Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

5 Stars!!! What a stadium, what a team, what a fan base! Beyond impressed. Such an electric atmosphere read more

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I was invited to the Huntington Field Club, which is a package you can purchase and includes a buffet of various foods and desserts, as well as included beer and hard seltzer. It was a pretty great experience, especially since it was my first time at the new stadium. I didn't know you could arrive over an hour early, so by the time I arrived the food was messy in the warming plates and the hotdog buns were extremely dry. The stadium is really nice, obviously, but seems smaller than the old one probably to make it appear more full. The seats were very comfortable and the view of the field was fantastic. The thing that almost ruined the experience for me was that parking was horrendous, with tons of traffic and tons of overpriced random parking lots. Leaving was even worse. It seems like the traffic is directed in a never-ending circle back to the beginning so I just turned on a random road and drove as far away from the stadium as possible to find a way to the freeway. It was a cool experience, though. read more

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My first visit to Lower was for the contest between Columbus & Orlando! So, I took some time to wander around the facility. The ample food and beverage areas are easily accessible from the seats. There appear to be a wide variety of offerings. I did also notice something about being able to place orders with an app from your seats. I didn't try this function out, but it sounds like a very interesting concept. In terms of seating and viewing of the field action, it's my opinion that it would be difficult to find a "bad" seat in the house. The viewing of the field is such that from almost any vantage point a spectator might readily observe the set-up of play patterns and action on the field. Now... this is important - the energy of the crowd. Amazing! The fans here are loud and excited! That energy lasted through the entire match. It feels like big time professional sports, which it is, and is a vast improvement over the facility where the crew played previously. Well worth a visit and makes for an exciting evening! read more

Lower com Field - Stadiums & Arenas Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Columbus was known for having the first soccer stadium built specifically for an MLS team. Which is why I found it quite bizarre to learn that this original stadium had been mothballed and a completely new one constructed to replace it. This seems remarkably quick and less than ideal, and I don't quite understand how it happened. Nonetheless, I have nothing to say about the old one since I never went there, and can only rate this stadium on its merits. I actually rather like the location. It's in a waterfront area, making it reasonably possible to walk across the river to get here. It looks like kind of an old industrial area with a lot of highways going by, so it works better for a stadium than it would for residences. The building looks like a lot of MLS stadiums, like it was built to fit a city block. It's airy, but very cramped. It's hard to make your way around, and sitting without bumping into the person next to you is difficult. All of this becomes even more problematic when you consider the COVID implications and the fact that their ticket prices were quite high. I found nothing of interest in the concessions, and notably no water; the one set of water fountains I located did not work. They had some weird scanner at the entrance that didn't require you to remove your keys or anything, and getting in was quick, but also illustrative of the overly restrictive security and bag policies modern sports arenas are increasingly moving towards. So a lot of headaches. But I will say that besides being cramped at least it was airy and the seats all had a pretty good view of the field. I must say that the fans here seem less interested than those in Cincinnati did. I don't know if it's complacency or what, but it was a relatively tepid crowd. The place is pleasant to visit in good weather, and hopefully enough fans do so to make this new stadium worthwhile. read more

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What a great venue! Sparkly new and so spiffy. We had awesome seats that came with complimentary buffet and bar. My boyf won a lottery and lucky me got to accompany him even though I know next to nothing about this soccer playoff game. It was pretty cool. We parked in a lot across from the stadium that he reserved/paid for ahead of time. read more

Amazing first playoff game ever at Lower.com Field. One of the nicest stadiums I have ever been to with great vending options and not a bad seat in the house! read more

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What a magnificent venue. Lower.com Field should be what all the teams in the MLS are striving for. How lucky is the Columbus Crew to play in such a spectacular place. I am in awe each and every time I attend an event here. I have been extremely lucky to have been able to tour the venue after hours in a small group. I was taken down the rich seats. Man, their lives are just different than mine. The seats are cadillac down there along the field. But ultimately that does not even matter, because there is not a bad seat in the house. In fact, our tickets for the Crew games are actually standing room only in the Nordecke and we love it there! No longer do you have to get up every time someone needs to get out for food, beverages, or to use the facilities. They just walk behind you now. I absolutely love that. I love the personal cup holder so I don't spill my beer as I cheer my team on to victory. And I love the energy and camaraderie that is being built in the Nordecke at Lower.com Field. It is going to progressively be a tougher and tougher place for the visiting MLS teams to play. I just know it. I can not rave enough about the food and beverage selection throughout the stadium. I'm a huge fan of Land Grant, particularly their supporters beer, called Massive. And I'm a huge fan of Dos Hermanos tacos. Both of which a offered mere steps away from the Nordecke. There are women's restrooms everywhere! And they are fully stocked with toilet paper and soap. What a great idea! You would think this would be a given, but the original Crew stadium under certain ownership didn't feel the need to keep up with the restrooms. So I appreciate this. You may not be a soccer fan, but if you are a fan of Columbus, or just spectacular venues, try to find yourself at Lower.com Field sometime. Trust me, you will be impressed. Go CREW!!!!!! read more

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The stadium is nice and on a warmer day. I'm sure great, but if you build a stadium in Ohio, build a retractable roof it's just common sense. Also the prices for the quality of food are terrible. I asked a guy who was buying a pretzel and some bites if he thought he got more for the price with the bites or the full pretzel and he pointed out how hard the pretzel was and mentioned tossing it like a frisbee on the field and the parking is just ridiculous in price we are not the west coast. $28 or a whopping $50 for parking. I'm sorry, but no, this is not ok. Nothing is priced under $5 except candy at 4.95, no cash accepted, and not a lot of food options. I wasn't greatly impressed. Even the mascot wasn't too friendly, nor were some of the employees overall just an okay experience for me. It was too cold for a soccer game in a stadium with no roof. Note: You can bring a blanket, and i did not, but i did have coat layers, gloves hat and hot hands . If i had a blanket, i dont think it would have helped much more. If this review helped you at all, please mark as helpful and follow me for more reviews around the world read more

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We came over to visit the new home of the Crew during their World Cup celebration. The stadium is gorgeous! The field looks good from many angles, as we walked around the sections that were open to the public for the day and took a look. The game was broadcast in the Pub, the onsite restaurant/bar, as well as on a large screen on the Community Plaza that runs along the side of the stadium (but still inside the fencing, so you still need to go through security). There are several concession areas, as well as a store full of Crew gear. The bathrooms were nice and clean (and heated! Noticed only because it was 25F the day of our visit!) The staff were all very friendly too. Parking, of course, can be hit or miss downtown. We were fortunate to snag a spot in one of the nearby lots right along the side of the stadium, which was nice (I'm guessing the cold weather may have worked on our favor on that!) We definitely plan to be back to catch a Crew game in the future. read more

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One day I need to return here for a crew game.. I'm hereby calling on the Blue Jackets to host an outdoor game here vs the Capitals. Very nice stadium. read more

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It seemed to be on the small size. The confessions stand was close to our seats which was nice. We sat behind the goal so that was exciting! read more

Awesome new stadium. We were able to get fairly close to be dropped off by our Uber which was unexpected and nice. Recommend getting there early especially if you want to shop the fan store as it gets really crowded near kickoff although the line did move fairly quickly. The whole bar/restaurant area was a fun place to hangout before the game as well. Bartending staff was nice and fast. If you are in the Nordecke section be aware that you don't have assigned seats but it's first come first serve! My only complaint is that there weren't any non-alcoholic beers in the stadium. read more

Lower com Field - Stadiums & Arenas Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

First time in the new stadium. Well, first time at a Crew game. The stadium is absolutely awesome. The sound system is spot on. There is no bad seat. Views are great wherever you are sitting. There are plenty of places to get food and drink. Drink prices are a touch on the expensive side but I guess that is expected given the event and venue. They offered beer, specialty cocktails, wine in a can, and bottled water. The field is immaculate and great care is taken to keep it that way. Scanning my tickets from my digital wallet made it quick, easy, and efficient to get in the stadium. Great place to see the Crew! read more

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Pretty cool, if I do say so myself! I like that the stadium is not huge, and the open-air roof keeps the crowd's roars and chanting a contained, so I feel like no matter where you sit you can hear the chants coming from all over. Super cool Nordek cheering area - and it's opposite the visiting team's cheering section, so you get the best of both worlds. Several food options; I would have loved to get me some Hot Chicken Takeover, but no way was I going to stand in that half-time line; I'm sure it's completely doable if you go get their grub during the game. I do appreciate they have a seating area if you want to eat somewhere else besides your ticketed seat. I'm not a season ticket holder, but I'd definitely go back with friends and/or family. Just wish or team could get it together, now ;D read more

Lower com Field - (8/27/2021) - Stadiums & Arenas Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

The new stadium is incredible! Such a beautiful design. There was fun, family friendly activities going on out front like a miniature soccer field for kids, promotional contests, a DJ, etc. the field and seating itself is ideal, can't imagine there's a bad view in the whole place. The energy was ELECTRIC- even as someone who is not a huge soccer fan. Wide food selection and social spots to hang out. I will be back. read more

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I saw the USMNT v. Costa Rica play. The new the new stadium is great. There is not a bad seat in the house. The crowd that night was at capacity and they were rocking to the come from behind victory by the USMNT. The Nordecke was pounding their drums and singing songs. The one area of an improvement is the parking and access. The parking is limited and at $25 a pop it is more than I want to pay. In addition there is no bus service that brings you close to the stadium. It's about a 20 minute walk from Nationwide to Lower.com. Hopefully they will work out that kink. read more

Everything was great except for the fucking meatball security officer that asked us to move. We pay for seats like everybody else, their general mission does not have enough room but I love the free beer I was not supposed to be poor. I love you. Listen here, I would do it again. But I am hammered I lied when I see it and I made it Friday and I never should've been wife read more

Lower com Field - Guy - Stadiums & Arenas Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

was here three weeks ago and brought a tiny backpack purse no problems. came here today night during rain and was told that it was too big and had to walk to the other side of the stadium to check my bag, then preceded to see four other people with backpacks bigger than mine. I guess they pick and choose at their discretion when to enforce the policy. read more