Ohio State to hold three open football practices for fans in August 2026

Ohio State will welcome fans to three preseason football practices at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center on August 6, 7, and 8, 2026. Tickets are priced at $48 for general admission and $143 for VIP access, which includes additional amenities. This marks the fourth consecutive year that the Buckeyes have opened practices to the public. Gates will open at 8 a.m. before the 9 a.m. practice starts, and tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Ohio State's season opener is set for September 5 against Ball State, followed by a matchup at Texas and a game against Kent State on September 19.

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