July 1 | Soccer Celebration FAQs

What is the Crew’s Soccer Celebration?

Crew supporters and soccer fans throughout Columbus are invited to gather at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field on the Chase Plaza to cheer on the United States Men’s National Team in the Round of 32 during the world’s marquee tournament   

• Location: ScottsMiracle-Gro Field (96 Columbus Crew Way, Columbus, OH 43215)  

• Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2026   

• Time: Gates at 6:30 PM | Kickoff at 8:00 PM

It’s going to be hot – can I bring in my own water bottle?

• Yes, we are encouraging fans to bring in clear plastic water bottles only 

• We will have misters and water refilling stations!

Are there other events around the Arena District I should consider when arriving to the stadium?

• Yes, the Columbus Clippers have a game at 7:05 PM. Please keep this in mind as you travel to ScottsMiracle-Gro Field

Will there be any road closures?

Yes, portions of Nationwide Blvd and Hocking St will closed for vehicle travel. Please look through the map below to plan your best route of travel into the parking free parking lots

Will there be free parking?

Yes, we are providing free parking in the 600 Spring and Hocking Lots as shown on the map below. Check out additional parking options here!

Will there be an opportunity to purchase food & beverage?

Food will be available from the following food trucks:  

• Dirty Franks 
• Schmidt’s  
• Dos Hermanos

There will be additional food for sale out of the Dirty Franks window and in Condado

Soccer Celebration Beer Special: 

Michelob Ultra - $7.49/ea 

5 bars will be scattered throughout the event space to allow plenty of opportunities to grab a drink no matter where you will be!

Alcohol will also be available for purchase to guests who are 21 years of age and older and can show a valid I.D

How will we be watching the match?

We will have the match playing with broadcast audio on TVs throughout the Chase Plaza and Condado Tacos. Additional screens, viewing spots & beverage locations will be available.

Prohibited Items

• No outside alcoholic beverages will be permitted into the event  
• Guns (regardless of CCW), knives, and any other weapons deemed unsafe by event security  
• Coolers and cooler bags  
• Any item deemed dangerous by Stadium Management

Ticketing

Will I need a ticket to get into the event?  

• The Crew’s Soccer Celebration will be a free event open to the public, however, all guests will need to claim a free ticket below in order to enter the event  

• Click here to claim your free ticket now: Soccer Celebration Round Of 32 USMNT

Cash or Cashless

• The Crew’s Soccer Celebration will be entirely cashless.

• No ATM or cash-to-card kiosk will be available on-site

What can I bring in?

• Lawn chairs and blankets 
• Clear plastic water bottles 
• Regular and medical bags are allowed into the Soccer Celbration but will be subject to search

Will we have the opportunity to purchase Crew gear?

• Yes! The Crew Shop will be on-site selling merchandise throughout the night!

• Card-only

Will there be restrooms on site?

Stadium restrooms will be open with the addition of portable restrooms, including ADA accessible restrooms, to ensure all guests have quick access to no matter where they are watching from  

Is this event kid-friendly?

Even with the late kickoff, this Soccer Celebration is open to all ages!  

Is the event rain or shine?

Yes, this event will be rain or shine! In the event of severe weather, all guests will be asked to follow standard severe weather procedures at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field   

Will you be showing other matches before or after?

No, we will only be showing the USMNT match vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina at 8:00 PM