Join us for our first competitive season since 2019. Watch Ohio Roller Derby face off against hard-hitting opponents spanning from Dallas, Texas to Toronto, Ontario!
April 1: OHRD vs. Steel City Roller Derby – SOLD OUT!!
April 29: OHRD vs. Cincinnati Rollergirls – SOLD OUT!!
May 20: OHRD vs. Team Ontario Roller Derby – SOLD OUT!!
June 3: OHRD vs. Dallas Derby Devils – SOLD OUT!!
June 24: OHRD vs. Detroit Roller Derby – SOLD OUT!!
Sometimes our games sell out prior to the event. If the game sells out, there will be NO tickets available at the door! If you plan to attend, we recommend purchasing your tickets at least 2 weeks before the game. Online ticketing is available until the game sells out or until midnight the night before the event, whichever occurs first. Don’t miss out, get your tickets early!
GAME INFO
LOCATION: All Ohio Roller Derby home games are held in the Ohio Building at the Ohio Expo Center, 717 E 17th Avenue.
DOORS: Doors open at 4:00 p.m. The game begins at 5 p.m. The second game begins at approximately 7 p.m. Die-hard derby fanatics will stay for the whole night. If you’re new and just want to get your feet wet, you may choose to watch only one game!
PARKING: The Expo Center charges $5 per vehicle for parking; carpooling is strongly encouraged. The venue is a short walk from the OSU campus area and COTA bus routes stop right outside the Expo Center.
CONCESSIONS: Concessions are available on-site. Please do not bring outside food or drinks into the venue. The Expo Center sells standard fairground fare and beverages, including beer.
WHAT’S HAPPENING: Roller derby is a full-contact sport and the action on the track is fast, so sometimes things can get confusing! Check out our Roller Derby 101 page for more info. On game day, we’ll keep you informed with information in your program and helpful commentary from our knowledgeable announcers – or feel free to ask a passing derby skater to help you figure out what just happened!
FAN ACCESS: One of the best things about roller derby is how accessible the athletes are – roller derby players really love talking to our fans! Please feel free to flag us down when you see us roll past. We’ll sign autographs and pose for photos – we will entertain most reasonable requests! We strive to make our games kid-friendly, and we love to see your little skater tots cheering in the stands! Children under 8 are always admitted free.
CODE OF CONDUCT: Weapons, non-service animals, megaphones, whistles, or other items deemed inappropriate, harmful, or hazardous by staff are prohibited. No banners or signs that obstruct the view of guests, contain objectionable subject matter, or are commercial in nature. No clothing with slurs or content that suggests or condones harassment, discrimination, or abuse. No smoking near the building entrances. Professional video cameras, still photography, and audio recorders require prior authorization. No one under 18 in trackside seating. We ask that all participants, including fans, follow the WFTDA Code of Conduct.
COVID-19 PROTOCOL
For the protection of Ohio Roller Derby athletes, officials, volunteers, and fans, we have set the following COVID-19 safety measures for our 2023 games:
- Masking: at this time, masks are optional. In the event that the CDC upgrades Franklin County’s level to “high”, masks will be required. Additionally, there will be a masks-required seating area for spectators who prefer that option.
- Illness: if you have purchased a ticket and have COVID symptoms or test positive leading up to the game, please do not attend. Your ticket can be transferred to a future date or refunded by contacting tickets@ohiorollerderby.com prior to the game!
Ohio Roller Derby references COVID-19 guidelines from the CDC, Franklin County, and the Women’s Flat Track Roller Derby Association. OHRD reserves the right to change or add additional safety protocols at our discretion. Attendees will be informed of any changes to requirements before the event via our website, email, and ticket links. All attendees must be ready to comply or forfeit their ticket. Thank you for your cooperation and collaboration as we do our best to have a safe and fun event!