The Ohio State spring game is called the Scarlet and Gray Game. For 2026, Ohio State’s spring game was also referred to simply as the Spring Game in the program’s announcement, with the event taking place on April 18 at Ohio Stadium.

Name in practice

Ohio State has historically used “Scarlet and Gray Game” for its spring football showcase, and recent coverage still uses that name for the event. In 2025, the school even said it was dropping “Spring Showcase” and calling it “Spring Game” because that better matched the fan-facing event.

What to call it

  • Most common name: Scarlet and Gray Game.
  • Official recent wording: Spring Game.
  • Venue: Ohio Stadium.

The short answer is: Scarlet and Gray Game.