Homecoming Weekend
October 8-10, 2026
Hall of Fame and Alumni Awards
Celebrate the 2026 Hall of Fame and Alumni Award recipients at this year’s event.
Award recipients will be announced in early fall.
Date: Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
Time: 6-6:30 p.m. Dinner and program
Location: *New location! Campbell Hall, 1787 Neil Ave.
Registration: Available on this web page beginning July 15
Tickets:
- Adults - $25 and includes one drink ticket
- Child (age 3-12) - $15
- Child (age 0-2) - free
Learn more about the alumni awards.
Alumni Football Game Tickets
Cheer on Ohio State with your fellow college alumni.
Ohio State vs. Maryland
Time: TBD, will be announced in late September/early October
Tickets are available on a first-come basis. Deadline to purchase tickets is August 10.
If you experience any issues, please contact the Athletics Ticket Office via email to athletic.tix@osu.edu, via live chat or by phone at 1-800-GOBUCKS. Customer service staff is available M-F 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. ET.
Alumni Tailgate
Join fellow EHE alumni for fun before the homecoming football game.
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Time: Three hours prior to kickoff, exact time TBD until the game time is announced
Location: *New location! Campbell Hall 1787 Neil Ave., just .3 miles from Ohio Stadium
Tickets: Available on this web page beginning July 15
- Adult - $35
- Teen (age 13-17) - $25
- Child (age 3-12) - $15
- Child (age 0-2) - free
Questions about either event can be sent to ehe-events@osu.edu
Please see homecoming.osu.edu for details about the university's homecoming events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are nearby hotels?
A link to nearby hotels is available at the University Hospitality District web page. Some hotels may offer an Ohio State discount and/or shuttle service to campus. Please note: hotel rooms are at a premium during homecoming weekend so we recommend making reservations early.
Where can I park on campus?
Please see the CampusParc web page for details on game day parking including accessible parking information.
How close is the tailgate to the Ohio Stadium?
The tailgate is approximately .3 miles from the Ohio Stadium. Walking to the stadium will take approximately 7 minutes.
Where can I find information about entry into the game?
Please see the Athletics web page for details on ticket entry, alcohol policy, bag policy, disability needs, and more.
Who can I contact with questions?
Please email ehe-events@osu.edu
Visit our award page for more information about the past winners of the Hall of Fame and Alumni Awards.