Ohio State homecoming 2024: what to know for this weekend
Oct 24, 2024
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) - Homecoming weekend is back at Ohio State University, with several traditions and celebrations planned. NBC4 has your homecoming guide for what to know for this weekend.
Homecoming parade
Homecoming parade: 6-7p.m. Friday at Ohio Stadium to Ohio Union
One of Ohio State's biggest and longest-running traditions will step off at Ohio Stadium in the West Stadium Parking lot and ends at Ohio Union. The grand marshal for this year's parade will be Archie Griffin.
Parade route for 2024 Homecoming Parade (Courtesy: The Ohio State University)
Homecoming court
Twenty members are chosen based on their leadership qualities, contributions and involvement at Ohio State, according to the OSU homecoming website. Out of the 20, two will be crowned and recognized before Saturday's football game against Nebraska.
COLUMBUS, OH - SEPTEMBER 25: Mascot Brutus Buckeye is carried up the stands by fans during a game against the Eastern Michigan Eagles at Ohio Stadium on September 25, 2010 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jamie Sabau/Getty Images)
Ohio State vs. Nebraska
Kickoff: noon
Game theme: Scarlet the Shoe
Parking lots open at 5 a.m.
Fan Fest kicks off at 9 a.m.
Ohio Stadium gates open at 10 a.m.
For additional game day information, follow this link.