Ten turned to 14, which now expands to 18. The Big Ten is bigger and better than ever. That makes the fight for a conference football title even harder now.
With a 12-team College Football Playoff, a Big Ten Championship is a nearly guaranteed way to make to make the bracket. To make that happen, teams must fight to be top of the conference if they want to play in Indianapolis come December 7.
Who will make it to Lucas Oil Stadium? The defending national champion Michigan and runner-up Washington are among contenders for the championship, but it's anyone's game to take as Ohio State and Penn State each fight to re-seize the crown.
Though there's plenty of football to be played, Big Ten teams have one goal right now: make it to Indianapolis.
And fans do, too. Here's a guide to tickets, parking, policies and everything in between for the 2024 Big Ten Football Championship game.
Tickets for the 2024 Big Ten Football Championship are distributed to fans everywhere.
An allotted number of passes will be distributed to participating programs, who then distribute them among ticket offices. Additionally, students of those schools will be awarded tickets.
For most fans, you can get tickets through third-party sites like StubHub , who already have seats available.
How much are 2024 Big Ten Championship game tickets?
One of the biggest college football events, Big Ten Championship tickets are in high demand. That doesn't mean they're out of reach, though.
As of mid-September, the cheapest pass on StubHub is about $140. You can find street-level tickets in the 100 and 200 sections for as little as $300.
Like most events, though, prices will fluctuate as the 2024 season continues, meaning tickets could be priced higher or lower by the time December rolls around. Either way, you can view current costs using the link below.
Indianapolis's Lucas Oil Stadium, home of the NFL's Colts, has a capacity of 67,000 fans. It can, however, be expanded to 70,000 for basketball and other major events as the East and West sideline and North end zone seating areas are retractable.
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Transportation to Lucas Oil Stadium
Visitors can get to Lucas Oil Stadium by driving, rideshares, walking or by taking advantage of Indianapolis's public transportation.
IndyGo buses operate throughout the city, bringing fans from everywhere to the stadium. However, it's recommended you track buses and plan ahead of time. You can find more information about routes here .
Tickets for IndyGo cost $1.75 for a two-hour ticket or $4 for a full day. You can buy tickets online or at the transit center in downtown Indy.
However, Lucas Oil Stadium is located just a few blocks outside downtown, so those who prefer can walk to the stadium.
Parking at Lucas Oil Stadium
For those that plan on driving around Indy, parking near and at Lucas Oil Stadium is easy with plenty of lots and decks nearby.
It's recommended game-goers buy parking in advance as spots sell out quickly. You can purchase parking passes to the Big Ten Championship game now.
Big Ten Football Championship game tiebreaking procedure
The Big Ten will utilize a ranking system rather than a division system for this year's championship. The teams that finish No. 1 and No. 2 in conference play will earn a berth to the title game.
However, in the event multiple teams are tied for those top two spots, here's how the conference will determine the teams playing in Indianapolis with tiebreaking procedures .
The tied teams will be compared based on head-to-head matchups during the regular season.
The tied teams will be compared based on record against all common conference opponents.
The tied teams will be compared based on record against common opponents with the best conference record and proceeding through the common conference opponents based on their order of finish within the conference standings.
The tied teams will be compared based on the best cumulative conference winning percentage of all conference opponents.
The representative will be chosen based on the highest ranking by SportSource Analytics (team Rating Score metric) following the regular season.
The representative will be chosen by random draw among the tied teams conducted by the Commissioner or designee.
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FAQs
When is the 2024 Big Ten Championship game?
The Big Ten Football Championship kicks off Saturday, Dec. 7 at 8 p.m. ET.
This year's Big Ten Championship will be held at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis for the 14th year.
Who won the 2023 Big Ten Football Championship?
Michigan claimed the 2023 Big Ten Championship game title with a 26-0 victory over Iowa. The Wolverines went on to defeat Alabama and Washington to win the CFP National Championship.
Lucas Oil Stadium address
Lucas Oil Stadium is located at 500 South Capitol Avenue, Indianapolis, IN, 46225.
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Where do I enter Lucas Oil Stadium?
There are four gates at Lucas Oil Stadium. The North gate is labeled Lucas Oil, the West as Huntington, the South as Caesars and the East as Verizon. Doors open approximately two hours before kickoff.
Lucas Oil Stadium bag policy
Lucas Oil Stadium and the Big Ten enforce a clear bag policy. Guests may bring one clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bag so long as the dimensions are equal to or less than 12" by 6" by 12" or a gallon-size freezer bag. Non-clear bags no larger than 4.5" by 6.5." are allowed. Exceptions are made for medically necessary equipment.
Can I exit and re-enter at Lucas Oil Stadium?
No, visitors may not re-enter the stadium after scanning their ticket and exiting the venue.
Does Lucas Oil Stadium have wi-fi?
Yes, Lucas Oil Stadium has wi-fi under the network "OpenWiFiLos."
Alcohol policy for 2024 Big Ten Championship game
Alcohol beverages are allowed at the Big Ten Championship game and are sold through the end of the third quarter.
Does Lucas Oil Stadium accept cash?
Lucas Oil Stadium is a cashless stadium. Cash-to-card kiosks are located around the venue so guests may convert their cash to a pre-paid debit card.
Airports near Indianapolis, IN
Out-of-town guests are recommended to fly into Indianapolis International Airport (IND). However, you can also fly into Dayton International Airport (DAY), Louisville International Airport (SDF) or Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG).
Upcoming events at Lucas Oil Stadium
A calendar of current and future events at Lucas Oil Stadium can be viewed here .
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