As Ohio State defeated Notre Dame in the CFP National Championship on Monday, January 10, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, fans are already buzzing about how the Buckeyes will celebrate if they clinch the crown.
One tradition is guaranteed: the iconic Victory Bell in the southeast tower of Ohio Stadium will ring out in celebration. A gift from the classes of 1943, 1944, and 1945, the bell, perched 150 feet above the ground, has been rung after every Buckeyes victory since 1954. On a calm day, its triumphant chimes can be heard up to five miles away.
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Will Ohio State host a Parade?
Ohio State has not held a parade for its last two national championships.
In 2014 after Ohio State’s victory over the Oregon Ducks crowned them as the first college football champions of the CFP era, the university’s athletics department organized a public event two weeks after the big win.
The hour-long event took place on a Saturday at Ohio Stadium and was free to attend. During the celebration, coaches, student-athletes, and staff were recognized for securing the program’s eighth national championship. The “Best Damn Band in the Land” performed, and university leaders, including then-President Michael V. Drake and former Athletics Director Gene Smith, delivered speeches. The ceremony concluded with a trophy presentation.
A similar event was also held at Ohio Stadium following the 2002 national championship.
Celebrations beyond the bell
Ohio State is celebrating this incredible achievement with a special event at Ohio Stadium on Sunday, January 26 at 12 p.m.
- Gates open: 10:30 a.m.
- Free parking: Available from 8 a.m.
- Free event: First-come, first-served entry.
- Commemorative rally towels: Given to the first 5,000 fans.
Parking Information
- Parking will be free at the following locations:
- Surface lots surrounding Ohio Stadium and St. John Arena.
- Lots near Schottenstein Center and Covelli Center.
- Arps & Union Parking Garages on High Street, as well as Tuttle, Lane Ave, and West Lane Garages.
Gate Information
- Fans may enter the stadium through the following gates:
- East side: Gates 8, 12, 14, 16, 20.
- West side: Gates 9, 11, 13, Huntington Club, and 25.
- Important: The North Rotunda will remain closed for the Band Ramp Entrance and Team Walk.
The celebration will air live on Big Ten Network at Fubo, DirecTV Stream or Sling.