When and where is the Buckeye Country Superfest 2026 held?

The event takes place on a single day, Saturday 13 June 2026, at Ohio Stadium, located at 411 Woody Hayes Dr, Columbus, OH 43210. It is an outdoor event held rain or shine, with no refunds or exchanges.

Is the stadium cashless?

Yes, Ohio Stadium is a cashless venue: parking, concessions and merchandise can only be paid for by debit/credit card or mobile payment. Entry is also fully mobile-ticketed through Ticketmaster — screenshots and paper printouts will not be valid.

Is there food, and a pre-event?

The official Tailgate Fanfest opens at 10am across from the stadium, free and with no ticket required, featuring local food trucks, games and more. Beer and alcoholic drinks are sold inside and at the Fanfest (illegal for under-21s). Free water stations are available inside the stadium (at 16A, 17A, 6C, 7C and on the floor): you may bring a clear, plastic, empty bottle to fill.

Is the venue accessible and parent-friendly?

Disability parking is located in the lots north of St. John Arena and the adjacent Lane Avenue Garage (a current disability placard is required); a shuttle runs from these lots to the east side of Ohio Stadium near Gate 12, from 1pm until an hour after the show ends. A Nursing Mother's Room is available at the top of the A Concourse stairs, with an adjacent bathroom. Guests with medical or childcare needs enter through the Steinbrenner Band Center (near Gate 10) or the Press Entrance (near Gate 23).

What time do the parking lots open?

Parking lots open at 8am on show day, Saturday 13 June 2026. Without a pre-purchased pass, day-of-show parking is first-come, first-served and cashless (card or mobile payment only); your vehicle and tailgate must fit within the 8.5' x 15' space. Holders of standard permits must vacate the lots no later than 5am on Sunday 14 June.