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Ohio State Alumni and Friends Day with the Guardians

Enjoy a day at Progressive Field, featuring giveaways and community fun!

A Guardians baseball player in a red jersey swings at a pitch during a game, with a crowded stadium in the background.
Date
Jun 13, 2026
Cost
$51.00 - $71.00
Time
2 p.m. - 4:10 p.m. ET
Location

The Paul Davis Pennant District
2401 Ontario St.
Cleveland, OH 44115
Ballpark information | Parking

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Event description

Join fellow Buckeyes for Ohio State Alumni and Friends Day with the Guardians! Enjoy a special pregame celebration in The Paul Davis Pennant District at Progressive Field before cheering on the Cleveland Guardians as they take on the Detroit Tigers.

The festivities begin at 2 p.m. with complimentary ballpark favorites — nachos, hot dogs, pretzel bites, popcorn, soda and water. Beer (not included) will be available for additional purchase. 

The game begins at 4:10 p.m., and the first 15,000 fans to enter will receive a Gavin Williams Cleveland Guardians Bobblehead! Additional pregame elements will be announced as they are finalized.

Choose from multiple ticket packages and enjoy a memorable day celebrating Buckeye spirit at the ballpark!

Co-branded Ohio State and Cleveland Guardians hat

Sneak peek

Here's a sneak peek at the co-branded hat you will receive as part of your ticket purchase for the event.

Ticket cost and information

All ticket purchasers who use our offer code will receive a co-branded Cleveland Guardians hat. Hats will be available for pickup in the pregame event space.

Tickets are available for purchase online or by contacting Bobby Paoloni at rpaoloni@cleguardians.com or 216-420-4240.

  • When purchasing, use offer code: OSU
  • Offer ends June 3
  • To order eight or more tickets, please contact Group Services: 216-420-4478
  • Tickets are subject to availability and are not available on day of game. Quantities are limited.

Three ticket options available:

  • Upper box outfield: $51 (plus fees)
  • Family deck: $59 (plus fees)
  • Lower reserved: $60-$71 (plus fees)

If there is a giveaway for the game from the Cleveland Guardians their rules apply to receive it.

Hotel accommodations

A small block of rooms at the Crowne Plaza Cleveland at Playhouse Square has been secured for $249+tax/night. To take advantage of this offer, make your reservation online. Reservations must be made by May 15, 2026.

Questions

Please contact Bobby Paoloni at rpaoloni@cleguardians.com.