With a signature of approval from Mayor Andrew Ginther, Black & Gold Week is in full swing here in CBUS. ⚽

Ahead of the Columbus Crew SC season opener at Lower.com Field on Sat., Feb. 26 at 3:30 p.m., the community has been encouraged to get involved to support our home team. Here’s what’s been happening this week and how you can get involved.

Local businesses showing support

Local businesses like Brekkie Shack, High Bank Distillery Co., and Sunny Street Cafe have decorated their windows in support of the Crew. You can vote on your favorite decorations of participating businesses, and everyone who votes will be entered to win free tickets to Saturday’s match.

Brekkie Shack's window support | Photo via @thecbustoday

Community Day

Today is Community Day, where Crew staff and volunteers will be supporting the greater good. This morning, Crew staff will be making appearances at select Columbus City Schools to cheer on students as they begin their day.
Nordecke volunteers and alumni of the Crew will be delivering blankets, meals, and sharing in excitement for the upcoming season with families at the Ronald McDonald House.
Fans are invited to finish the Community Day at Lower.com Field - Nordecke Beer Garden tonight from 6:30-7:30 p.m. to practice chants for the 2022 season.

Black & Gold Bash

All supporters are welcome to stop by Land Grant Brewing Company from 6-9 p.m. on Fri., Feb. 25 for live music, a podcast live recording, and other on-site activities.

You can keep your Crew cup when you build your own cocktail at the game | Photo via @thecbustoday

Match Day

Fans can rally around Battelle Plaza — where the DORA is in effect — and surrounding bars and restaurants starting at noon on Sat., Feb. 26. The march to the field will begin at 2:30 p.m. before the 3:30 p.m. start time against the Vancouver Whitecaps. Tickets are still available.