Quarterback competitions, top 10 showdowns, and championship rings — Buckeye football is so back.
Welcome back for another year at the Horseshoe. Texas, ranked No. 1 in the country, is trotting into Columbus this Saturday, Aug. 30 and this is what you need to know.
Game time
The game begins at noon and will be televised on FOX Sports. Tickets are still available, but prices are soaring with a single seat costing $350+.
Pre-game
It will be an early morning for dedicated tailgaters. Parking lots begin opening at 5 a.m. around the stadium, and we highly recommend planning ahead with this map. Plus, don’t miss the first skull session of the season at St. John’s Arena.
Post-game
Looking to relive your college days? It may look a bit different on campus, but there are a few legendary haunts still standing, including Out-R-Inn, The Little Bar, and The Blue Danube.
Events
Events
Thursday, Aug. 28
The Brewery Comedy Tour | 7-8:30 p.m. | BrewDog DogHouse Columbus Hotel and Brewery, Canal Winchester | $18+ | Start your weekend one day early with cold drinks and stand-up comedy from a variety of performers.
Friday, Aug. 29
“Heathers: The Musical” | Friday, Aug. 29-Sunday, Sept. 7 | Times vary | Van Fleet Theater | $23 | Watch Veronica Sawyer and the three Heathers come to life in this stage adaption of the cult classic comedy.
Zoo Trippin’ | 8:45 p.m. | Fender’s, Westerville | $10 | Rock out with a popular local band known for its fusion of indie rock and funk.
Saturday, Aug. 30
Ohio Cup Base Ball Festival | Saturday, Aug. 30-Sunday, Aug. 31 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Westerville Sports Complex | Free | These aren’t the Savannah Bananas, but their old-fashioned version of “base ball” (not baseball) is historically accurate to the 1860s rules of the sport.
Tequila Fest | 2-9 p.m. | Land-Grant Brewing Co. | $55+ | Looking for a post-game party? Stop by Franklinton to sip samples from 50 different tequila vendors, snack on tacos from Condado, and watch more football on the blowup in the Beer Garden.
Sunday, Aug. 31
Hot Shop Classes | Sunday, Aug. 31-Saturday, Sept. 13 | Franklin Park Conservatory | Times vary | $90+ | One of the most popular series is back a the Conservatory — learn how to glass blow and create pumpkins for your own Halloween setups at home.
Monday, Sept. 1
COPC Run 4 The Health of It | 8-10:30 a.m. | Westerville Sports Complex | $25 | You may have the day away from the office, but there’s still plenty of work to be done in this race for a good cause.
Tuesday, Sept. 2
Indianapolis Indians vs. Columbus Clippers | Tuesday, Sept. 2-Sunday, Sept. 7 | Times vary | Huntington Park | $8+ | There are plenty of chances to watch the Clip Show this week and you can enjoy promotional nights like Puppypalooza on Wednesday.
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The Bier Stube is coming back. Columbus was mourning the loss of its more than 66-year-old bar this year, but the owner announced plans to reopen at the former location of Juniors Bar & Grill on King Avenue. (614now)
Shop
Skims, the popular shapewear brand from Kim Kardashian, is opening at Easton. While there’s no firm opening date yet, the store is actively hiring for managers and other positions. It will be the first Skims in Ohio. (NBC4)
Pets
Do you own a goldendoodle? Surveys say it’s the most popular dog breed in Columbus despite American pit bull terriers being the most popular in Ohio. (Axios Columbus)
Trending
Was Barstool Sports President Dave Portnoy banned from the Ohio State game this weekend? He claims he was, but university officials made a point to clear the air and say they made no such ban. (USA Today)
Closed
Thanks for the memories, Wendell’s Pub. The more than 20-year-old bar in Westerville officially closed, citing increased rent costs as the main reason. Owners hinted at a hopeful future, saying, “The best is yet to come,” however no plans were announced. (NBC4)
Job
The Ohio Department of Transportation is hosting a job fair at its downtown headquarters tomorrow, Aug. 29, seeking skilled traffic dispatchers. This title requires folks to monitor traffic and interact with drivers about changes. Check out the job details here.
Sports
After the preseason, Cleveland Browns quarterbacks Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders are primed for the regular season. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Browns with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcast.
Finance
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