Picnic with the Pops: The Ohio State University Marching Band

The Ohio State University Marching Band is one of America's most celebrated collegiate music ensembles, known for precision, energy, and beloved traditional arrangements. At a Picnic with the Pops event, families can expect an outdoor concert featuring patriotic favorites, popular classics, and uplifting orchestral music performed by talented student musicians. It's a relaxed, community-oriented setting perfect for spreading a blanket, bringing snacks, and enjoying live music together—an accessible introduction to live performance for kids while offering genuine musical quality for adults.