Ticket Sale Timeline
Ohio State’s Department of Athletics revealed the schedule for the 2026 football season ticket sales, setting the stage for a highly anticipated season. Pick‑3 mini‑plan packages will become available to the public on June 16 at 10 a.m. Eastern Time, while general‑public single‑game tickets will go on sale a week later, on June 26 at the same hour.
Alumni Association members receive an early window to purchase single‑game tickets beginning June 23, giving them a head start before the broader public release. Student ticket requests will be accepted from May 26 through June 4, providing a dedicated channel for the university’s student body.
marquee Matchups and Pricing
The 2026 slate features high‑profile home games against Oregon and Michigan at Ohio Stadium, drawing particular attention for the September 12 showdown at Texas in Austin. Ticket prices for that Texas contest have already surged, with premium seating listed above $4,000, reflecting the strong demand anticipated by fans and analysts alike.
Ohio State’s football program has seen its ticket revenue climb from $58.8 million in fiscal year 2024 to $81.7 million in 2025, underscoring the financial stakes of the upcoming season. The athletics department also emphasized the importance of purchasing verified resale tickets to protect buyers from fraud, directing fans to authorized platforms such as Ticketmaster.
Head coach Ryan Day will oversee the team’s preparation for these marquee contests, as the program aims to capitalize on both on‑field performance and the heightened commercial interest surrounding the season.