The Shops at Worthington Place will hold a free tailgate party prior to the Ohio State football game Saturday, Oct. 6, from 2 to 5:30 p.m.

Entertainment will be provided by the Pat Malloy Band.

Free tailgate food and activities for children will be provided.

Children will have an opportunity to burn off energy in a bounce house or relax while listening to a story or doing a craft with staff from the Worthington Libraries at 2:30 p.m.

COTA Park & Ride tickets will be for sale.

Sales and raffles also will be included, and visitors will be able to see the new shops and renovations at the mall.