Homecoming Parade Detours as College Road Construction Continues
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October 9, 2026
Grace Everett
Ohio State’s 114th Annual Homecoming Celebration Parade will take a new route this year due to construction on College Road. Credit: Grace Everett | Lantern Reporter.
The homecoming parade typically travels from Ohio Stadium along Woodruff Avenue and College Road before reaching Ohio Union. However, Nicole Holman, an Ohio State spokesperson, stated in an email that:
"While this year’s route will look a little different due to road construction, we’re excited to continue this homecoming tradition and welcome all to enjoy the event."
The new route will begin at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, proceed south on Cannon Drive, turn left on 10th Avenue, and head east to Neil Avenue before ending on 12th Avenue.
This change was developed in collaboration with the Office of Student Life, Ohio State Police Division, and the Wexner Medical Center.
Holman explained:
"Planning considered roadway availability, construction impacts, safety, and the overall parade experience."
Over 70 units, including the marching band and the Homecoming Grand Marshals, are expected to participate. A new addition is the Alumni Homecoming Court float, featuring past winners, and a cow will serve as grand marshal to honor 100-year-old homecoming queen, Maudine Ormsby.
Despite the route change, participation remains consistent with previous years. ** Isaacs**, a student life spokesperson, noted:
"The new route was carefully chosen among several options and we’re excited that it allows us to engage with new areas of the university."
The new route offers viewers a glimpse of diverse parts of campus. Isaacs emphasized:
"This encompasses many areas of the university, creating a connection that includes Athletics, the Wexner Medical Center, health sciences, research, academics, residence halls, and Student Life."
Several roads, including Cannon Drive, 10th Avenue, Medical Center Drive, Neil Avenue, 12th Avenue, and College Road, will be closed from approximately 5:15 to 7:30 p.m. Drivers should anticipate delays entering and exiting parking garages and lots along the parade route. CABS (Campus Area Bus Service) and Buckeye Express shuttle will be detoured, while the Wexner Medical Center shuttle for patients and visitors and South Loop will be suspended.
Holman recommends travelers download the Ohio State app to track CABS in real-time, view the parade route map, and allow extra travel time.
The university will assess this year’s event and plan the 2027 route accordingly, with details to be shared later.