April 26, 2022 – Major League Soccer (MLS) – Columbus Crew SC News Release
COLUMBUS – Columbus Crew today announced the return of multiple activations as part of its programing for this weekend’s match against D.C. United at Lower.com Field on Saturday, April 30 [7:30 p.m. ET / Bally Sports Ohio / Bally Sports App (Stream) / 97.1 The Fan & 971thefan.com (English); ColumbusCrew.com (Spanish)]. Tickets for the match are available here.
In advance of the match, Crew fans of all ages are invited pre-game to join the lively and inclusive March to the Match on Saturday. In a Black & Gold showing through the downtown Arena District and ending in Astor Park, the march provides an opportunity to capture the intense build-up to each home matchday at Lower.com Field in a new tradition that returns in the Crew’s first full season at Lower.com Field. Supporters are encouraged to meet up at Goodwood Brewing next to Battelle Plaza (401 N. Front Street
Columbus, OH 43215) – the main rally point – beginning at 6 p.m. ET and departing for the stadium at 6:30 p.m. ET. Supporters curious about the March to the Match are encouraged to click here.
Supporters attending the match on Saturday are reminded that the Arena District DORA is activated three hours before every Crew home match and extends to Nationwide Boulevard into Astor Park until midnight Eastern Time. The DORA provides additional downtown, matchday experience opportunities for Black & Gold supporters, with additional details available at arenadistrict.com/dora.
New this match, The Pub at Lower.com Field will open at 4:24 p.m. ET, giving Crew fans with a match ticket the opportunity to enjoy a 96-minute happy hour before gates open. Specials include $5 draft domestic and craft beers, $5 BBQ Pulled Turkey Sando with Tobacco Onions, and $3 hot dogs.
Following a successful debut earlier this month on April 16, youth soccer players attending the match on April 30 wearing their favorite soccer jersey will again have the opportunity to take part in the free postgame Parade Through the Pitch. This unique experience as part of the Club’s month-long celebration of youth soccer allows young soccer players to walk on the world-class pitch at Lower.com Field. Crew fans wishing to take part in this opportunity can join the parade near the Crew Shop behind sections 120 and 121. The procession will start approximately 30 minutes after the final whistle and is open to Crew fans in attendance ages 14 and under, with one adult accompanying each participant. Members of the media wishing to cover the parade can apply for a single-match credential via this online form.
The parade recognizing youth soccer players, coverage of which can be found here, is representative of one of many on-field activations that are now available at Lower.com Field, providing a vehicle to create memorable experiences for fans of all ages. Supporters interested in exploring can’t-miss experiences at Lower.com Field during the 2022 MLS season can call 614-447-2739, visit columbuscrew.com/tickets or email seasontickets@columbuscrew.com to get connected with a Ticket Sales Representative.
Fans looking to experience Crew matches have several options to save money, while getting the best seats for marquee matches. Season Ticket Memberships include benefits such as private, member-only events; a 10 percent discount at the Crew Shop; monthly, interest-free payment plans; the ability to purchase discounted parking; pre-sale access to all events at Lower.com Field, Historic Crew Stadium and FirstEnergy Stadium; and a dedicated account manager and service representative.
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