Saturday, October 10, 2026

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Leading up to OSU vs Maryland | 12:30 - 3:30 PM

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WHEN

SATURDAY,
OCTOBER 10

12:30 - 3:30 PM ET

WHERE

riverwatch tower

columbus, ohio

DJ PERFORMANCE BY

ACRAZE

& SPECIAL GUESTS

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    ACRAZE

    World Renowned DJ ACRAZE will be performing LIVE prior to kickoff to hype up the crowd and make this the ULTIMATE College Football Tailgate Experience. Having performed at some of the biggest festivals and clubs around the world, this is one party you do not want to miss.

    https://www.instagram.com/acraze/‍ https://open.spotify.com/artist/4pnp4w9g30yLfVIAFnZMRd

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    BRAXTON MILLER

    Ohio State football legend Braxton Miller will be joining the C4 Fully Charged Tailgate as a special NIL guest prior to kickoff. After starring for the Buckeyes and competing at football’s highest level, Miller is returning to Columbus to help make this the ULTIMATE College Football Tailgate Experience.

    https://www.instagram.com/braxtonmiller/?hl=en

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COLUMBUS, OHIO

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FAQ’S

  • We’re bringing maximum energy to OSU campus to create the ultimate game day tailgate leading up to kickoff. Experience an immersive pregame footprint headlined by live music from ACRAZE, interactive football challenges, and ice-cold free C4 drinks, alongside swag giveaways—powering up college students and fans right when rivalry weekend hits its peak.

  • Yes. The C4 Energy Fully Charged Tailgate Tour is completely free to attend. A valid event ticket is required for entry.

  • No. Registering does not guarantee a ticket. Tickets are limited and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis

  • Each guest must register and have their own valid ticket to attend the event.

  • The event will take place from 12:30 - 3:30pm ET.

  • Event starts at 12:30pm ET.

  • No, anyone ages 18+ are able to register / attend this event.

  • Riverwatch Tower
    364 W Lane Ave
    Columbus, OH

  • The C4 Energy Fully Charged Tailgate Tour will feature a live performance by ACRAZE, along with a special appearance from Braxton Miller.

  • No, a student ID is not required for entry.

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  • PROHIBITED ITEMS FOR THE EVENT:

    • GLASS OF ANY KIND

    • WEAPONS OF ANY KIND (REGARDLESS OF PERMIT)

    • PAINT OF ANY KIND (INCLUDING PAINT MARKERS AND SPRAY PAINT)

    • FIREWORKS

    • ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES

    • DRUGS OR DRUG PARAPHERNALIA

    • LARGE CHAINS

    • LASER POINTERS

    • FLAGS OR TOTEMS WITH METAL OR WOOD PIECES

    • LARGE UMBRELLAS

    • UNSEALED TAMPONS

    • STUFFED ANIMALS/DOLLS

    • PACIFIERS

    • UNSEALED OVER THE COUNTER MEDICATIONS/VITAMINS (PRESCRIPTION DRUGS IN NON-APPROVED CONTAINERS MUST BE TURNED OVER TO MEDICAL)

    • VENDING WITHOUT PERMIT

    • BICYCLES, SCOOTERS, SKATE BOARDS, GO CARTS, OR ATVS

    • PETS – UNLESS it is a service animal, and You are a person with disabilities, or service animals in-training and have appropriate apparel and have on Your person credentials from an accredited school for which the dog is being raised. Please email Your questions regarding service animals to the Company at: info@medium-rare.com

    • COOLERS

    • OUTSIDE FOOD OR DRINKS (1 FACTORY SEALED WATER BOTTLE IS OKAY)

    • OPEN CONTAINERS

    • MULTI POCKET BACKPACKS LARGER THAN 24’’ X 12’’ (CINCH PACKS ARE PERMITTED)

    • LARGE BACKPACKS

    • LUGGAGE

    • PUSH CARTS

    • SPORTS EQUIPMENT (INCLUDING FRISBEES)

    • TENTS OR CAMPING GEAR

    • SOAP, SHAMPOO, CONDITIONER OR OTHER DETERGENTS

    • FLAMMABLE PRODUCTS

    • CAMERA TRIPODS

    • PROJECTILES OR EXPLOSIVES

    • KNIVES OR SHARP OBJECTS

    • OPEN FIRES

    • WATER GUNS OR MISTERS

    • CHAIRS

    • FLYERS, STICKERS, POSTERS

    • HAMMOCKS

    • GRILLS OF ANY KIND (INCLUDING PROPANE AND CHARCOAL)

    • GENERATORS

    • GAS MASKS OR TACTICAL GEAR

    • AEROSOL CANS (INCLUDING DEODORANT AND PERFUME)

    • CHINESE LANTERNS

    • DRONES OR UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLES

    • Any other items deemed as posing a threat to the safe enjoyment of the patrons or that would disrupt performances. 

    1.     If You bring any of the items on the above prohibited items list into the Event, such items will be confiscated and discarded and You will be subject to removal from the Event based on the sole discretion of Company.  Under no circumstances will Company hold any prohibited items for You.

    2.     ALL PERSONS AND PROPERTY ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH AND MAY BE REQUIRED TO TAKE OFF YOUR SHOES DURING SEARCH. COMPANY HAS  ZERO TOLERANCE  FOR ILLEGAL ACTIVITIES. THE USE OF ILLEGAL DRUGS AND UNDERAGE DRINKING IS NOT PERMITTED. ANYONE FOUND WITH ILLEGAL DRUGS AND/OR UNDERAGE DRINKING WILL BE SUBJECT TO REMOVAL FROM THE EVENT AND WILL NOT BE ALLOWED BACK IN.

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