ATHENS, Ohio (4/1/2026) — Ohio Football has announced a series of events surrounding its spring game weekend, including the Football Golf Outing, the Bobcats' Spring Game presented by Conn's, and Kids Fest.
The Ohio Football Golf Outing, presented by Coca-Cola, will begin the weekend's events at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, April 17, at the Heritage Golf Club (3525 Heritage Club Dr, Hilliard, Ohio 43026). Details, including sponsorship and playing opportunities, are available here. If you have any questions regarding the golf outing, contact CJ Harris at harrisc10@ohio.edu or (740) 593-0399.
2026 Kids Fest, hosted by Athens County Children Services, activities will begin at 10:00 a.m., inside Walter Fieldhouse. The live radio show with Marty Bannister and Gabe Genovasi will air at 10:00 a.m. and feature interview segments with the football coaching staff and members of the Ohio Athletics administration.
Peden Stadium gates will open at 10:30 a.m., and fans will have the opportunity to renew their football season tickets, take photos with Rufus and championship trophies, while getting a sneak peek of the 2026 Ohio Football team.
First-year head coach John Hauser and the Ohio Football team will take the field at 11:00 a.m. Admission is free for the spring game.
At 12:30 p.m., after the spring game concludes, the Ohio Football team invites fans onto the field for autographs. You can find the full spring game weekend timeline below.
2026 OHIO FOOTBALL SPRING WEEKEND
FRIDAY, APRIL 17:
9:00 a.m.: Ohio Football Golf Outing
- Heritage Golf Club, Hilliard, Ohio (3525 Heritage Club Dr, Hilliard, OH 43026)
- Details, including sponsorship and playing opportunities, are available here
- Shop the Ohio Football Silent Auction here
2026 OHIO FOOTBALL SPRING GAME PRESENTED BY CONN'S
SATURDAY, APRIL 18:
10:00 a.m.: 2026 Kids Fest Begins (Walter Fieldhouse)
- Food Trucks
- Bounce Houses
- Face Painting
- Field Day Games
- DJ Rockin' Reggie
10:00 a.m.: Live Radio Show with Marty Bannister and Gabe Genovesi
10:30 a.m.: Peden Stadium Gates Open (Gate 1-3)
10:30 a.m.: End Zone Club Reception Begins (Qualifying Donors/Invite Only)
10:30 a.m.: Football Season Ticket Renewals Available
11:00 a.m.: Kickoff
12:15 p.m.: Varsity Ohio Alumni Cookout Begins (GoMart Goal Line Patio, RSVP here)
12:30 p.m.: On Field Autographs (Postgame)
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