Round One, Game 3 Watch Party

Round One, Game 3 Watch Party

Join us for a watch party on the Chase Plaza at Lower.com Field as the Crew take on FC Cincinnati in Round One, Game 3 of the 2025 Audi MLS Cup Playoffs.

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General Event Information

  • Bring your friends & family for a watch party to support your Columbus Crew against rivals FC Cincinnati
  • Location: Chase Plaza at Lower.com Field (500 W Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215)
  • Date: Saturday, November 8th
  • Gates Open: 5:00pm
  • Kick-off: 6:00pm

Traffic

  • Arena District Events - Due to events at Nationwide Arena and Kemba Live - traffic will be heaviest from 6 pm to 8:30 pm - Nationwide Blvd will have road closures from 6:30 -8:30 pm - Neil Ave will have delays but will be open to all thru traffic.
  • Guests should utilize the match day routes and prioritize coming from Spring Street and 670 to Hocking St.

Food & Beverage

  • Food & beverage will be available for purchase throughout the entirety of the event
  • We will have a variety of food options, including options for individuals with dietary restrictions
  • Alcohol will also be available for purchase to guests who are 21 years of age and older and can show a valid I.D

Parking

  • Parking will be complimentary to all guests of the watch party
  • Please park in the Hocking Lot (260 Hocking St Columbus, OH 43215) or Spring Lot (600 W Spring St. Columbus, OH 43215) for complimentary parking

Prohibited Items

  • Please follow all stadium guidelines and rules on prohibited items. Refer to the A-Z Guide on do’s and don’t at Lower.com Field

Ticketing

Cash or Cashless

  • Lower.com Field is entirely cashless, however, there will be a cash-to-card kiosk available

What can I bring in?

  • We encourage fans to bring their own lawn chair/picnic blanket if they wish to sit outside to watch the match
  • Bags smaller than 5”x8”x1”

What to Expect

  • We have a limited quantity of 2025 Playoff t-shirts to give away! T-shirts and sizes will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis
  • Indoor and outdoor seating options will be available on a first-come, first-served basis
  • Activations:
    • Soccer Darts

Will I have the opportunity to purchase Crew gear?

  • Yes! The Crew Shop will be open throughout the entirety of the event for you to purchase a wide variety of merchandise

Is this event rain or shine?

  • Yes, this event will be rain or shine. However, in the event severe weather, we ask guests to follow instructions to seek appropriate shelter