You call it a "Horseshoe". But is it really? Red has ties here, then bring Red here and keep your fingers crossed that you beat Blue otherwise it will be one long winter. At least you get to have Thanksgiving at my dad's house. Your Heisman. read more

I have a long history of experiencing sports stadiums for events that they were not created for (Hockey at Soldier Field, Pearl Jam at Wrigley, lots of other musicians at baseball parks, etc)...and the same goes for OSU. My first OSU Stadium visit was on 5/30/15 for the Rolling Stones Concert. Overall, it was a great experience. The day of the concert the gate admissions staff seemed a bit flustered & discombobulated. That was a bit frustrating, but hey, it's been a few months since football season ended, maybe they are just out of practice? We were early & enjoyed the people watching while standing in line. Overall, this is a great stadium with excellent sight lines. It made an excellent large stadium concert venue, and I hope they start doing more concerts in the future...we would totally drive over for another one. My -1 star is for 2 things: (1)The women's restrooms have black toilet seats & REALLY low lighting. Thus, you can't see how clean said bathroom is. When you have tons of drunk event-goers...that is an extremely gross situation. It took the flashlight on my cell phone & 4 tries before I found a bathroom that wasn't absolutely disgusting. With today's low-energy lighting options, there is NO excuse for that. Ick. (2) The other negative is that there is a Tim Horton's advertising sign in the stadium...but no Tim HortonsTimbits were to be found in the venue, just TH coffee. As someone who lives in a non-Timmy's area...that was just cruel. :-) read more

I have been wondering what establishment is worthy of my 100th review. I do believe that "The Shoe" fits the bill! I love the mid afternoon starts (can't even imagine the night games). Awesome pregame locations around the stadium....do yourself a favor and set the entire day aside to take in the entire scene. Incredible stadium of incredible size (100k plus) and not a bad seat in the house (trust me, I was 5 rows from the top and it still rocked). Tip - remember, this is the NCAA so know booze served, unless you sneak in a flask. Hence the importance of the pregame. read more

I came to Columbus for the Virginia Tech game in September 2014 (as a VT fan) so this was my first trip to the Horseshoe. Man, the stadium did not disappoint. Lane Stadium seats around 66,000 so this was obviously a step-up in terms of capacity. The facility is about as good as it gets. We sat at the very top but were still able to see the entire field well enough to know exactly what was going on at any given moment. The sunset over one part of the stadium right before kickoff didn't hurt either. Concessions were plentiful and easy to get to as well. Can't complain much about this trip at all. The only thing I remember not being a fan of was the staff that worked there seemed to hate their lives. I hope VT and tOSU play again soon so I'll have another chance to come back to this stadium. Go Hokies! read more

Ohio Stadium - Virginia Tech - Ohio State game: September 2014 - Stadiums & Arenas Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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My experience here was great for the most part, everything is easy when it comes to getting into the stadium, finding your seats, and enjoying a game. Pretty good visuals even from far away. Tip: when you are sitting in the sun it's burning hot, when you are sitting in the shade it is freezing cold and windy. Go Bucks! read more

Note to all visiting teams: prepare yourselves for one of the loudest stadiums in the Big Ten. Note to Conor O.: the fans are only abusive, rude and crass in the parking lot because they've been tailgaiting all day and are probably drunk off their a$$. And yes, if you go to The Shoe as a visiting team's fan...well, enter at your own risk. Great stadium, great experience(s)...if you're tailgating, get there early. And if you're there for a big game, prepare to hike from your parking spot. O-H... read more

I have been lucky enough to see college football played in a few places around the country (including the Swamp) but nothing ever comes close to Ohio Stadium. Yes I know I am extremely biased! Over 100,000 people packed all yelling, screaming, chanting in tune is a beautiful thing. Even the one downfall (drunk/stupid fans) has gotten better as the State Troopers seem to be listening to peoples complaints more now, there in ejecting fans who can no longer control themselves. Take your kids/nieces/nephews here for at least one game, the look on their faces the first time the come out of the tunnel is always priceless. Hands down the best place to see college football played in the country!!! read more

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O-H-I-O, you can hear the crowd roar! Yes, yes you can. This is the HG of college football stadiums. Splurge for A or AA decks! :) Or if you can handle it, get a Block O ticket and cheer with the students! It gets a little rowdy, okay...maybe a lot rowdy, but that's the way we like it! Go Bucks! read more

As a non-OSU Alumni, I still really like this stadium, and it's one of my favorites. BUT, the seats could not possibly be any smaller. Know how to pack 109,000 people into a stadium? Give them 12 inches of space for many more inches of body. Look, I'm a skinny girl. I'm a 0. Trust me, they don't get much smaller than I do. If there were 109k Mandy's in the stadium, it might be tolerable. That, however, is not the case of central Ohio. Nor has it ever been. I do not know what they were thinking. Anyway, the score board is fabulous. The crowds and O-HI-O-tastic, and parking actually is halfway decent (well, the parking/tailgating lot). I didn't actually have to deal with the traffic, as we decided walking from Grandview would be smarter, free-er and faster. read more

There's nothing that says The Ohio State University more to me than Ohio Stadium. The smell, the noise, the vibrations under your feet. It's all scarlet and gray! Tickets to football games can be hella expensive, but if you want to see the place without the price, you can always go to the Spring Game instead. The tickets aren't bad, and it's a great time to introduce kids to the stadium. The food isn't great, but it's classic football fare, and when I'm at a Buckeyes game there's nothing quite like a slightly cold pretzel dipped in cheese goo! And when accompanied by the sounds of TBDBITL, there's nothing better on a Saturday afternoon! read more

Hands down the best college football stadium and gameday experience in the nation. I've been to other stadiums in the Big 10, one in the ACC, and one in the Pac-10, and none of them can even come close to the electric atmosphere that fills Ohio Stadium. I've sat all over the stadium and even the top row of C deck provides a great view. I'm not a huge South Stands fan only because I hate having to turn around to see the scoreboard. Being in the stadium for momentous games like the 2002 Michigan game and the 2006 Michigan game (both of which sent us to the National Championship game) are memories I will never forget. Heck, any win over Michigan is a great time to be in the stadium. Script Ohio, TBDBITL halftime shows, and the singing of Carmen Ohio at the end of each game are truly why Ohio Stadium is THE place to see a college football game. GO BUCKS! read more

This stadium is just hands down gorgeous. It's a modern day coliseum and it's not only part of Ohio States' history, but also Columbus' history as well. I love coming here for any event. The staff is always friendly and helpful. The bathrooms are clean. The food and drinks aren't too overpriced. And if course, this is the home of the Buckeyes! What's not to love? read more

32 years of living in Ohio and I finally made it to my first Buckeye home game. I had been told that if you were really high up, it was tough to tell what was going on, but we sat in the very highest row down around the 30 yard line, and I could still see the action pretty well! Damn though, what a workout to get to the top! This is where the stadium shows its age. The stairs are steep, and the steps aren't very wide. You can't go down the stairs quickly for fear of missing one and tumbling to the bottom. Concessions were a mixed bag. I couldn't get Powerade or bottled water at the big concessions booth, but the little pretzel stand didn't carry hot dogs, brats, or the other staples, forcing me to make two stops to get what I wanted. On top of that, it was about 3 minutes before halftime and the concession stand announced they were completely out of all hot dogs, burgers, brats, etc and wouldn't have anymore for "approximately a half hour." Are you kidding me?! Right before halftime and you're out of your #1 products?! Unreal! The product on the field isn't something I want to consider when reviewing the stadium. Year in and year out the on field product is almost always a 5. This stadium is long in the tooth in some ways but sure holds up well in others. read more

Home of the best band and football team in the land . . . what more can be said? ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ read more

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This is the best place in the world. There is nothing like being in the Shoe. Home of The Ohio State University football team, the Buckeye's football stadium is an amazing place. You can expect a professional sporting atmosphere here and most times professional level competition. The Shoe holds over 100,000+ and expect it to be packed for even the non-primetime games. The stadium is split into two parts, the north "horseshoe" side and the south stands. Sections go from AA, A, B, to C, closest to furthest up in that order. There are plenty of gate entrances and ways to get to your seat. From my experiences in the North and South stands most seats are acceptable. If you are in the upper rows of C deck or back rows of B deck it may not be the best viewing. But most of the experiences at Ohio State are about being there. The amount of energy running through the entire stadium will keep you engaged whether you are on the field or in the nosebleeds. With 100,000+ you are going to experience long lines at the concessions and even longer at the bathrooms. Again, this comes with the territory. They have a good amount of concessions but there could be more easily accessible bathrooms. As a alumni I have been able to still attend games as a "student" with student tickets. Just bring your old BuckID, which they don't really check, and find your way to your seat. Depending on the significance of the game and where you are seated you may be lucky enough to have an opportunity to "rush" the field. It is more of a long push than a rush but it is fun to do. We really shouldn't rush the field as we are expected to win most games and have a pretty prestigious history. Beating anyone should be expected and not out of the ordinary. But hey, who can resist? I have "rushed" the field all the way from the C deck. Again, not much of a rush but the views from the field are awesome. This is likely to occur only when we play scUM or maybe a key game late in the season to clinch a trip to the Rose Bowl or National Championship. Make sure to practice your O-H-I-O and all the other Buckeye cheers. Go Bucks! read more

This place gives me goosebumps! For an OSU fan it's heaven, for the opposing team...well good luck. Loud and fantastic. Come to see the beautiful sea of red:) read more

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So I probably went to see one of the best college football games of the year. I should be impressed right? umm, no. First of all, I paid $70 to get seats so far up that I was closer to the Good Year blimp flying above than the field. When I climbed my fear-of-heights therapy level seats, I was greeted by a big fat guy sitting in the "seat" next to me. I say seat b/c its a relative term for a number on a bench. I ended up sitting sideways the whole game. When it was time to get something to eat, I quickly realized that the whole yuppy food stand craze hadn't yet hit O-hi-O. While serving 100,000 people they literally had 3 types of stands that repeated throughout the whole stadium. There was nothing unique...Burger, Hot Dog, Nachos, Pretzel...and introducing a Cheese cup for your pretzel...yawn. The game was great, but the stadium lacks a soul and creativity of more modern football stadiums. It's enormous but feels as if it were designed by North Korean engineers. Mehh...I've seen better. That said, I still like the Buckeyes. And their pregaming is amazing. read more

Five Stars for showing class today with the memorial to Bo (and for hosting the Buckeye's win at the "Heaven Bowl"). Amazing atmosphere, tradition and rivalry (SI ranks it as #1, all-time); the penultimate college football environment and experience. read more

Ohio Stadium- The Horseshoe - The Place Where Legends Are Made! Can it get any better? No way, Jose! When I first moved to Columbus from California in 1989, I was cordially invited to experience the Buckeye's home opener against Oklahoma State. Having grown up in Philly and weaned by the Eagles in the hallowed halls of Veteran's Stadium year in and year out; having lost my voice at every home game in the early '80s at the Carrier Dome in Syracuse (when the Orangemen had a real team); having endured two years as a Raiders season ticket holder in the soaking sun of the LA Coliseum - I actually thought that I had experienced football at its best. Well - I WAS WRONG! As I sat in my seat in the very first row on the corner of the end zone at the open end of the cathedral called Ohio Stadium, I took one look around and said (in awe), "THIS IS FOOTBALL!" The game hadn't even started yet. Needless to say, the Silver Bullets creamed the Cowboys that life-changing September afternoon. That was my official indoctrination into the lore we Ohioans know, live and breath as Buckeye Football and I've been hooked ever since. Need I say more? If you're a Buckeye, you know the story. If not, get to Ohio Stadium before you die. This is where legends are forged. This is where time stops during a classic OSU/Michigan game. This is where boys become men. There's nothing like it in the world and I'm damn proud to be an adopted native and loyal fan of the greatest college football program in the world. "O-H!"..."I-O!" GO BUCKS! read more

Best place to watch The Ohio State University beat up Michigan! read more

Ohio Stadium - OSU 26 - scUM 21 - Stadiums & Arenas Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I've been coming since I was 9 -- every year it keeps growing-- the tradition from 50 years ago the same -- parkings kind of pain ride the bus-- tailgating is great - the staff is fantastic -- go experience it yourself!! read more

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So I went to my first college football game here. I am not an OSU fan nor a fan of the opposing team which was PSU, but the experience was great. Roaring fans seating was quite a ways away but could still see the game real good. Going to a game of this stature is something everyone should experience at least once! I had a great time and my team was never there nor will it be likely they would ever meet here either. The stadium is clean for a stadium which was shocking to me, ushers are helpful with getting you to your seats. Prices are high but its what you would expect. Parking is insane but with the fan base it wasn't shocking. Would I go back you ask for a non OSU fan? Why yes I would! Had a good time and like I said my team wasn't even there! read more

I have watched games from all over this place including down on the field and there is nothing else quite like it in college football. I can really appreciate the venue and the passion of the fans, but sometimes the fans are overwhelming and a bit too much. I once saw some college kids brutally harassing a 80 year old man and his wife who were from Iowa. It made me sad. Stuff like that. Still, great place to watch some college football. read more

Steeped in tradition and dripping is excellence, Ohio Stadium is, frankly, the most intimidating, exhilarating, incredible sporting experience you will ever have. Many imitate, few duplicate. Never will I forget the 2006 #1 OSU v. #2 U of M game. The decibles, the shaking bleachers, the jumping, the ups and downs of thrill and agony, storming the field; Ohio Stadium (and my life) were never the same. read more

This is a GREAT place to catch a football game! I have such a deep love for The Ohio State University. I've been to football games here and I graduated here. I love sitting on the north side in section 1 of B deck as you are pretty close to the field and you get a great view of the scoreboard and the student section known to fellow members of Buckeye Nation as Block O. I've also sat in A deck and C deck, which arn't bad spots either. Really there isn't a bad spot in the whole Shoe. Ticket prices can be high and difficult to come by, but it's always worth it. I just saw The Buckeyes take on the Akron Zips today and we beat em 42-0! The Shoe will always be a great spot for Buckeyes anywhere in the world! read more

Love this stadium. It's always nice to go to a college game with a bigger stadium than the local NFL team. Seats were great and the atmosphere is even better. YOU HAVE TO GO TO A GAME! O-H... read more

Ohio Stadium, also known as the Horseshoe, is such a well-maintained facility! I would've never thought it's been around since the '20s! Also, there are plenty of clean restrooms, although I can speak only of the ladies'. It's true that seats with a view far exceed nosebleeds. And the only time when I felt constricted by crowds was during the November 2009 game against Iowa (at the end of which Devin Barclay successfully kicked the field goal to send the Bucks to the Rose Bowl--O-H-I-O!). My first game here was the September 2008 one against Troy, at which Coach Tressel debuted a certain T.P. as starting quarterback, and I still fondly recall James Laurinaitis raising his arms to signal for us south end spectators to cheer on the Buckeyes. And the only loss I've experienced at the 'Shoe is the November 2011 game against Penn State, which I also attended in the hope of witnessing one of Joe Pa's final appearances behind the sideline. But by that time the Sandusky scandal had forced his firing, and we all know what happened only two months later. :-/ I easily get tickets to home football games via Facebook Marketplace or StubHub, and I'm always glad to become part of Ohio Stadium's rich history with my attendance. With that said, it sort of stinks having gone to most games by myself and never fully knowing the cheers or alma mater (I'm one of those transfer students who didn't get the same comprehensive intro to OSU as first-time freshmen), but I still find the game experience plenty of fun and incomparable (like the Script Ohio, hahaha). read more

As home of the Buckeyes, and a great place to watch a football game: 5 Stars. Watching not only the band, but the alumni band - together doing the incomparable quad script Ohio: 5 stars. Basking in the fervor of the opening day crowd as Terrelle Pryor plows his way ahead for a 20 yard touchdown as a true freshman in his opening game - even if it's just against outmanned Youngstown State: 5 stars. $4 for a bottle of water, while it's 90 degrees in the concrete reflector oven, and the old ladies in front of you are passing out (or did they actually die?) from heat exhaustion: 2 stars. $10 for parking which we luckily stumbled into right before it filled - with no indication where to park next if that lot would have filled: 2 stars. Walk in from the hinterlands with the rabid Buckeyes faithful, excitement building the whole way: 5 stars. In spite of the little annoyances, we'd absolutely do it again ... if we could get tickets. read more

I'm not a football fan. But you just can't help getting caught up in the excitement of watching a football game in the Ohio Stadium. Even the marching band is exciting to watch. I remember passing the stadium on my way to class and peaking in. It was before the closed off the ends of the Horseshoe. Yes, I'm that old. My out-of-town guests always want to go to check out the stadium even when there's no game.. O-H! read more

I've attended college football games in nearly a dozen stadia. I know I'm biased as a two-time Ohio State alumnus, but Ohio Stadium really does take the cake. There isn't a bad seat among the 105,000-plus in the house: the sight lines are excellent, and the seats themselves, while cozy, are not crammed in absolutely on top of each other from all directions, as is the case at some other arenas (I'm looking at you, Big House). As for refreshments, you've got your standard ballgame fare: dogs, popcorn, nachos, soda, hot chocolate when it gets chilly, etc. It's about average. But Ohio Stadium scores its points for atmosphere: the enormous stained-glass windows at the main entrance; The Best Damn Band In The Land marching down the ramp in perfect time; the giant JumboTron showing replays and all manner of fancy graphics between plays; the brilliant green of the grass; the throaty roar and "O-H-I-O!" chant of the crowd around the four sides of the stadium. The overall experience is truly indescribable. If you only attend a single college football game in your lifetime, make it here. You will not find a better experience anywhere. read more

Great stadium. I've sat in the east, south and west stands, and anywhere from high C-deck to AA-deck (and even once in the press box), and have enjoyed every seat. There is so much tradition and history in this stadium and in this program. Games rarely disappoint. And there is some good tailgating outside. The fans aren't as rowdy as they once where (there hasn't been a riot in YEARS). However, beer is not served inside the stadium. If you get a chance to get to a game (105,000+ seats and tickets are still hard to get), do it. read more

A wonderful experience in an historic venue. A beautiful 75 degree sunny day in late October helped make this yet another memorable trip to Ohio Stadium. read more

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*THE 'SHOE* There's no place I would rather be on a Saturday in the fall ... An amazing atmosphere to see a college football game. I've been here for non conference, Big Ten, rivalry, and night games. I was here for the celebration of the 2002 National Title game in January of 2003. The food is standard stadium food, and reasonably priced. There are elevators and ramps for handicap access. Not a bad seat in the house. read more

The best sports arena I have been to. The fans are great and really get into the game. The food options and drinks options are great. We were in club level and really enjoyed the comfort of the chairs and food choices. Parking was not as difficult as some sports stadiums. A must try is a hot dogs with the gray mustard. It may seem weird but has a nice flavor. read more

Ohio Stadium - Stadiums & Arenas Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Ohio Stadium has to be the best place to watch a football game. Its amazing when 100 thousand plus people all come together for the same reason. Great atmosphere. read more

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A great place to watch a game. Views are awesome. We were in section A by the student section/ band / big screen. The big screen with replay is really nice and the audio is good. Only drawback for me, and I'm not really that picky as a guy. With 90,000 people, not a sold out spring game, the bathrooms were a mess! Full overflowing trash cans, paper and water seemed everywhere, and the smell of urine was overpowering. The "trough" should have a clean water stream you would think running constantly but nope, a good half inch of urine with only gravity to take it away. read more

Everything that could possibly be said about this--one of the world's greatest places--doesn't do it justice until you experience it in person. There's nothing better than waking up on a fall Saturday and joining Buckeye Nation for a football game here. The atmosphere is electric, intense, exciting, and every experience here is a great one. The Sea of Scarlet, Block O, Brutus, The Cheerleaders, and of course TBDBITL combine to make a Horseshoe gameday the best experience in sports. The feeling of pride when the team takes the field is incomparable. When games are not in session, you can pay to tour the Horseshoe--but there's also a lifehack here, in that you can enter the Horseshoe through certain gates for free. Sometimes, an usher or guard will be at those gates, and they can be quite strict as to how far you're allowed to go once you're inside. My favorite places to sit for a game are in the A and lower B decks, as you're close to the action, and things are easier to see. If you're a student, the Block O ticket is a great option. This is THE home of Buckeye Nation, and if you've never been to see The Buckeyes play in person, we'll gladly have you any time. read more

Very attractive stadium, especially like the byzantine/roman thing at the front

Love this place have had so many positive experiences here. My only complaint is that there are no drinking fountains and the sink water temperature isnt regulated so you cant get cold water. Bottled water is very overpriced! read more

Went to the Texas-Ohio State game here a few years ago. It turned out to be one of the toughest games for Texas on their way to the national championship. One item that should be mentioned at the outset -- Ohio State has the absolute worst fans in the entire country. Terms like obnoxious and sophomoric cannot provide justice as descriptions for these overly aggressive individuals. On my flight alone, a simple small talk question to a guy in an Ohio State hat led to an incredibly brusque response that made me wish that his seat wasn't next to mine. It continued throughout the evening as unprovoked, absurd comments about the girls (telling them to return their Texas whorehouses, etc.) led to a number of instances where fists were nearly thrown (it should be noted that on my flight back, no less than five guys were sporting shiners of the non-beer variety). My best friend is an Ohio State fan, and I used to think he was an incredible douche when it came to his "passion" for this football team. If the people I met in Columbus before and during the game are any indication (they were pretty quiet after their team got wore down by a national championship winning Texas team), he should receive accolades for his sportsmanship. I know what you are saying. None of that has to do with the actual stadium. Except the stadium is filled with 95% of the exact people I just described. So maybe it is relevant. What is also relevant is that Ohio State is a difficult venue to secure a road ticket only partially due to demand by Ohio State fans. The other important reason stems from the fact that Ohio State intentionally undersells tickets to road teams to try and create a greater advantage for their home team. It works. Except against Texas. Hook em. It definitely is not all bad though. The field is incredible, the stadium has a nice old school feel to it, and I was similarly impressed with the crowd noise. However, I should add the caveat that it seems like Ohio State fans are programmed to expect to lose big games. They never seem to have true confidence at the right moments and their team's lack of resiliency underscores the collective beliefs of the fan base. It's odd because Ohio State is certainly a traditional power that actually has won a number of national championships. Still, one cannot shake the feeling that the team itself does not believe it can win the big game. In sum, Ohio Stadium isn't all that bad, but many stadiums in the SEC are the true barometer. If you want to see a truly breathtaking stadium with a matching atmosphere, I'd suggest taking a trip down South to Death Valley, Bryant-Denny, Neyland Stadium, and Jordan-Hare. Or maybe you can just take the relatively short drive to the Big House. In any event, Ohio Stadium is worth a visit if only to experience Big 10 football in a 100,000+ stadium. read more