Venue Info, Features and Facilities
Nearby Lodging:
Bag Policy:
Bags or purses of any size are not permitted in the Schottenstein Center. Wallets and wristlets no larger than 5”x8”x1” are permitted. All items and persons are subject to inspection.
Water Policy:
Water refill stations are located around the concourse. Guests may bring in bottles that are clear, plastic, and empty. Small courtesy water cups can be obtained at any concession stand.
Parking:
Parking immediately around the arena is available and there are over 10,000 surface and garage spaces within a short walk. Within Walking Distance target=”new”>PARKING MAP. There is a parking charge for most events. Parking Lots are cashless – credit/ debit cards and smartphone payments ONLY accepted. Lots typically open 2 hours prior to event doors.
DISABILITY PARKING is located in the Scarlet Lots along Borror Drive, adjacent to The Schottenstein Center. You must display a state-issued (any state) disability-parking hangtag and registration; the person who owns the placard must be in the vehicle to enter disability lots.
Parking Information and/or Reservations
Pickup/DropOff Spot:
Guests in personal vehicles can be dropped-off before/ picked-up after an event on Borror Drive which runs along the North Side of the building. Parking Services staff will direct you to the designated location for your event. Drop-off/ Pick-up locations may vary depending on the event. Rideshare vehicles can be found after an event just down Lane Avenue at St. John Arena.
Search Policy:
Management reserves the sole right to determine types of security screening. Refusal to comply, anything deemed by management to pose a safety hazard or diminish the enjoyment of other guests OR possession of any of the following may lead to ejection from the arena.
ADA Accessibility:
DISABILITY PARKING is located in the Scarlet Lots along Borror Drive, adjacent to The Schottenstein Center. You must display a state-issued (any state) disability-parking hangtag and registration; the person who owns the placard must be in the vehicle to enter disability lots. Plan to arrive early. If Scarlet Lot spaces fill, additional ADA spaces in the Buckeye Lots off Ackerman Road may be available. A dedicated wheelchair accessible shuttle will bring you directly to and from the arena doors. When Buckeye Lot shuttles are operating, the ADA shuttle will run 2 hours prior to the event until 30 minutes after the event concludes.You may be dropped off or picked up on Borror Drive. Let the police officer or Traffic team know that you would like to make a drop off, and staff will direct you.
Complimentary wheelchair escorts are available at any entry point. Upon your arrival to the arena, ask uniformed staff and they will call for an escort. You do not need to make arrangements prior to your event. They will escort you as close as possible to your seat and will make arrangements to pick you up after the event. Please be aware that escort staff will not remain with you during the event, nor will they allow you to remain in our wheelchair for the duration of the event. Guest Attendants will assist guests who wish to transfer to a seat from their personal wheelchair with storing of their wheelchair during the show. Guests purchasing companion seats may purchase up to three additional seats in the same row with the accessible seat or as close as possible when those seats are not available. Additional seats may be purchased in the nearest available seating section based on availability. This policy may be adjusted when there is high demand. Tickets are sold on a first-come, first served basis and there is no guarantee that companion tickets will be available.
If you need more information OR wish to request specific accommodations:
Schottenstein Center
Latoya Wright
Guest Services Manager
614-292-4656 office
wright.2934@osu.edu
Concessions Info:
From traditional concessions like Pretzels, Hot Dogs, Bratwursts, Donatos Pizza, and Popcorn to elevated offerings at the International Flavors location featuring cuisine from around the world to the Sear & Stack – premier burger locations.
Other Venue Info:
Cashless, no smoking, no re-entry,
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