πŸŽ“πŸˆ HBCU & OSU Alumni Pregame Tailgate Party 2025

Sat Sep 06 2025 at 10:00 am to 06:00 pm UTC-04:00

Fairfield Inn & Suites Columbus OSU | Columbus

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πŸŽ“πŸˆ HBCU & OSU Alumni Pregame Tailgate Party | πŸ“† Saturday, September 6, 2025 9 am - 6:00 pm |πŸ“ Fairfield by Marriott Columbus OSU | 3031 Olentangy River Road | Columbus, OH 43202 | πŸŽ‰ Part of The HBCU Alumni Weekend | September 5–7, 2025
Get ready to rep your school, reconnect with old friends, and make new memories at the ultimate alumni tailgate party during The HBCU Alumni Weekend! Whether you cheer for the Grambling or bleed Scarlet & Gray, this is the spot to vibe, eat, and celebrate our legacy together. Reconnect with classmates, network with professionals, and turn up with alumni from across the nation during this historic HBCU Weekend matchup.
We’re calling ALL HBCU & OSU Alumni, Greeks, Professionals, and Fans to show up and show out. Let’s celebrate Black excellence, school pride, and game day energy in one unforgettable day.
🏟️ Tailgate Details
* Tailgate Host Setup: 9:00 AM
* Tailgate Starts: 10:00 AM
* Complimentary Shuttle Service to Game Start: 1:00 PM
* Games: 3:30 PM Kickoff
* Venue Closes: 6:00 PM
Join us for an unforgettable day featuring:
* 🎢 Live Music & DJs
* πŸ— Food & Drinks
* 🏈 Game Day Energy
* 🀝 Alumni Networking & Fellowship
* πŸŽ‰ Professional & Community Networks
Expect a lively mix of HBCU grads, OSU alumni, Greek orgs, professional groups, and friends, all posted up at Fairfield for the ultimate tailgate experience.
🎟️ Wristbands Required for Entry
All guests must have a wristband to enter the tailgate area.
πŸš— Parking InfoοΏ½PARKING IS AVAILABLE directly at the venue. Guests are encouraged to utilize available parking areas around the Fairfield by Marriott and adjacent lots.
Complimentary Shuttle Service provided to and from the Grambling State Tigers vs. Ohio State Buckeyes.
Bring your flags, your spirit, and your squad.οΏ½This HBCU Homecoming-style Pregame Tailgate will be one for the books.οΏ½See you thereβ€”rain or shine!
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Fairfield Inn & Suites Columbus OSU, 3031 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43202-1516, United States

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