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About The Pit at Elder High School

Welcome to The Pit, Elder High School’s iconic on-campus football stadium in Cincinnati. With a capacity of around 10,000, The Pit hosts spirited high school football nights and notable events. While public seating charts are available through third-party vendors, the venue itself does not publish an official seating map. This page offers practical guidance on seating, parking, transit, and nearby hotels and dining to help you secure your seats and plan a smooth trip to the game.

Located at 3900 Vincent Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45205, The Pit is a centerpiece of Elder High School and a beloved locals’ venue for football and community events. Our aim is to provide straightforward, reliable information so you can focus on the game day experience. We’ve included affiliate partner recommendations for hotels and restaurants to make planning even easier.

Parking on campus is extremely limited, so plan ahead. Additional parking options include the Seton garage and Schaeper Center lots. Tailgating is a common his-and-hers tradition among fans and alumni, so arrive early to secure a good spot. For those relying on public transport, Cincinnati Metro routes 22, 33, 36, and 65 stop near Elder High School, offering a convenient route to the stadium.

When you’re heading to a game or event at The Pit, you’ll want trusted local advice. We’ve highlighted nearby hotels and affiliate-friendly dining options to help you complete your plans. For official event details, keep an eye on updates from Elder High School and our partner networks.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: approximately 10,000 seats.
  • Address: 3900 Vincent Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45205.
  • Venue type: On-campus high school football stadium (The Pit) at Elder High School.
  • Seating chart: public seating charts exist from third-party vendors (e.g., TickPick); no official public seating chart published by the school.
  • Parking: on-campus parking is extremely limited; additional parking options include Seton garage and Schaeper Center lots; tailgating is common.
  • Transit: served by Cincinnati Metro bus lines 22, 33, 36, and 65 near Elder High School.
  • Nearby hotels: options within a short drive include downtown Cincinnati properties (e.g., Courtyard Cincinnati Downtown, AC Hotel Cincinnati at The Banks, Residence Inn Downtown); distance typically 4–6 miles.
  • Notable events hosted: USA Today named The Pit a top high school football venue in 2001; UC Bearcats once held an open practice there in 2017; The Pit has been listed by MaxPreps as a top high school venue.