Pre-Game at Fisher

Start your Ohio State game days with fellow alumni and friends at Pre-Game at Fisher

Join us for food, drinks and festive vibes before every home game. Fuel up with a delicious buffet, soak in the game day energy with fellow fans and—when scheduling allows—enjoy a spirited appearance by Ohio State’s very own Spirit Squad.

Each game day brings something new—whether it's music, football on the big screen or other spirited entertainment, there’s always something to get you pumped for kickoff.

The celebration starts three hours before game time in the Overmyer Ballroom at The Blackwell Inn—right on Fisher’s campus and just a short walk from the ’Shoe.

Passes are now on sale for the 2026 Pre-Game at Fisher season!

Purchase single-game passes or season passes now before they sell out.

We’ve updated how you sign-up for Fisher alumni events. Use the link above to sign in or create an alumni account to purchase passes. For registration help or to join a waitlist if passes are unavailable, please contact the Engagement Center at 1‑800‑678‑6011.

2026 Pre-Game at Fisher Schedule and Individual Pass Prices

Date	Opponent	Adult Single-Game Pass (18+)	Children Single-Game Pass (ages 5-17)
Sept. 5	Ball State	$65	$35
Sept. 19	Kent State	$65	$35
Sept. 26	Illinois	$65	$35
Oct. 10	Maryland	$70	$35
Nov. 7	Oregon	$70	$35
Nov. 14	Northwestern	$65	$35
Nov. 26	Michigan	$70	$35

Children 4 and under are free. A confirmation email will be sent upon receipt of payment. No refunds will be given for confirmed reservations.

Know before you go

Event time

Pre-Game at Fisher starts three hours prior to kickoff and closes at game time. In accordance with university policies, all alcohol sales will end 30 minutes before the event closes.

Parking

Due to campus parking restrictions on football Saturdays, the college is unable to provide event parking. For parking information, including ADA Accessible parking, visit CampusParc's website or contact CampusParc at osuinfo@campusparc.com or 614-688-0000.

Check-in

Please enter The Blackwell Inn through the front entrance on Tuttle Park Place. Proceed up the lobby stairs to the check-in area on the second floor. Check-in at any table by giving your last name and then first name to received your non-transferable wristband, which is required to enter and re-enter Pre-Game.

What's included with your event pass

Your Pre-Game at Fisher pass includes access to the pre-game festivities in the Overmyer Ballroom and Daley Family Pavilion at The Blackwell Inn, a tasty buffet and one drink coupon (for guests 21+). The event pass does not include parking or ticket to the game.

If you are inquiring about football tickets, please contact our Athletics Department directly at athletic.tix@osu.edu or 1-800-GO BUCKS (462-8257). They will be happy to assist you with questions regarding the football games.

Ohio Stadium's no bag policy

Ohio Stadium’s no bag policy is in effect. Only wallets, wristlets or clutches no larger than 5”x8”x1” are permitted. All items and persons entering Ohio Stadium are subject to security screening and inspection. For more information regarding game day and stadium policies, visit the Football Gameday page.

Contact information

If you need help registering to attend, please contact the Engagement Center at 1-800- 678-6011.

For assistance on game day, please contact The Blackwell Inn at 614-247-4000.

For all other question, please contact Fisher Alumni Relations at fisheralumni@osu.edu or 614-247-4760.