By Esmerelda Emerald Espino
The Crew and OhioHealth are hosting the first-ever “Gold Out” during Legacy Night, presented by OhioHealth, against New York City FC at Lower.com Field on July 8.
More than 20,000 supporters in the sold-out stadium will receive gold “Our City, Our Crew” t-shirts, courtesy of OhioHealth, to display their united spirit and passion for the Crew and Columbus.
With established legacies focused on long-term excellence and a commitment to the community, the Black & Gold and OhioHealth will celebrate soccer greats and Golden moments in club history, local leaders and Crew supporters who embody those values and the shared dedication to our incredible home.
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Scroll below to learn more about the activities of this match day. Supporters are encouraged to arrive as early as possible and pre-purchase parking to enjoy the festivities.
Pre-Match Activities
- Take your photo with a MLS Cup trophy replica on the Chase Plaza.
- Hop in to our 96-minute happy hour starting at 4:24 p.m. and dive into pre-match discounted food and drink ($3 hot dogs, $5 domestic and $6 craft beers) until 6:00 p.m. Cater to the kids with kids meals starting at $5!
- Respect your roots with Hard Hat themed apparel and items at the Crew Shop.
- We’ll also be serving **Hart Hat Nachos**. Enough said!
- Try your luck at winning prizes through the Nationwide’s Kick & Win and Lower.com Soccer Skee-ball.
Matchday Team Arrival
- At 5:55 p.m., **cheer on your Crew as the team arrives at the West Lobby** on Columbus Crew Way!
- Fans at the 96-minute happy hour who wish to attend the team arrival should see an experience team member.
T-Shirt Giveaway
- 20,000 gold “Our City, Our Crew” t-shirts, courtesy of OhioHealth, will be available when gates open at 6:00 p.m.
- Limit one t-shirt per guest. It’s a sold out match. Please respect every supporters’ opportunity to have a shirt.
Sensory Warning
- Please be advised that fireworks and pyrotechnics will be used during the match. After a Crew goal and win, lighting effects will be utilized that may influence certain medical conditions.
- Fans can take a Sensory Inclusion Pack by visiting the Koorsen Guest Services Center, located behind Section 112 on the Main Concourse, or outside the West Premium Lobby entrance. Packs intended to reduce impact of the in-person experience that may be overwhelming to some of our guests include items such as fidget toys, a weighted lap pad, sunglasses, non-verbal cards, and noise-reducing headphones. Guests taking a Sensory Inclusion Pack will be asked to leave a driver’s license as collateral.
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