Complete 2026-27 College Football Bowl Schedule with Scores and TV Times
The 2026-27 college football season is set to be one for the history books, with an exciting lineup of bowl games that should keep fans on the edge of their seats. From the opening game on December 12th to the College Football Playoff National Championship Game on January 25th, the schedule is packed with big matchups, high stakes, and memorable moments. In this blog post, we’ll go through the complete bowl game schedule, point out key games, and share the details you need to enjoy the season.
2026-27 College Football Bowl Game Schedule
Bowl season begins Saturday, December 12th, with the Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. The game airs at 12 p.m. ET on ABC and sets the tone for what should be a month and a half of exciting football.
Early Bowl Games
The action continues with a double-header on Tuesday, December 15th. The Salute to Veterans Bowl starts at 5:30 p.m. ET on ESPN at Cramton Bowl in Montgomery, Alabama.
That game is followed by the Frisco Football Classic at Ford Center in Frisco, Texas, at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN.
On Friday, December 18th, fans can look forward to the Boca Raton Bowl at Flagler Credit Union Stadium in Boca Raton, Florida, at 11 a.m. ET on ESPN. The Gasparilla Bowl follows at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, at 2:30 p.m. ET on ESPN.
The day concludes with the first round of the College Football Playoff. That game will be played at a location to be determined at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN.
Mid-December Showdowns
Saturday, December 19th, is packed with College Football Playoff first-round games. The first matchup begins at 12 p.m. ET on ABC/ESPN, followed by another at 3:30 p.m. ET on TNT/truTV/HBO Max.
The final game of the day starts at 7:30 p.m. ET on the same network.
On Monday, December 21st, the Myrtle Beach Bowl begins at 11 a.m. ET on ESPN at Brooks Stadium in Conway, South Carolina. The Famous Idaho Potato Bowl follows at Albertsons Stadium in Boise, Idaho, at 2:30 p.m. ET on ESPN.
Late December Excitement
As December winds down, the bowl schedule gets even busier. On Tuesday, December 22nd, the Puerto Rico Bowl kicks off at Juan Ramón Loubriel Stadium in Bayamon, Puerto Rico, at 1:30 p.m. ET on ESPN.
Later that day, the Cure Bowl starts at Acrisure Bounce House in Orlando, Florida, at 5 p.m. ET on ESPN. The Independence Bowl follows at Independence Stadium in Shreveport, Louisiana, at 8:30 p.m. ET on ESPN.
Christmas Week Thrills
Wednesday, December 23rd, features the New Orleans Bowl at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans at 2 p.m. ET on ESPN. The Armed Forces Bowl begins at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas, at 5:30 p.m. ET on ESPN.
The day wraps up with the Frisco Bowl at Ford Center in Frisco, Texas, at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN.
On Thursday, December 24th, fans can watch the New Mexico Bowl at University Stadium in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at 2:30 p.m. ET on ESPN. The Hawai’i Bowl follows at Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex in Honolulu at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN.
Post-Christmas Action
Saturday, December 26th, brings a full slate of games. It begins with the Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, New York, at 12 p.m. ET on ABC, followed by the Fenway Bowl at Fenway Park in Boston at 2 p.m. ET on ESPN.
The Duke’s Mayo Bowl starts at 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. The 68 Ventures Bowl follows at Hancock Whitney Stadium in Mobile, Alabama, at 5:30 p.m. ET on ESPN.
The Cactus Bowl closes out the day at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe, Arizona, at 7:30 p.m. ET on ABC.
New Year’s Week Highlights
The excitement carries into the new year with several high-profile games. On Monday, December 28th, the Military Bowl begins at 2 p.m. ET on ESPN at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis, Maryland.
Pre-New Year’s Eve Showdowns
Tuesday, December 29th, features the Birmingham Bowl at Protective Stadium in Birmingham, Alabama, at 2 p.m. ET on ESPN. The Pop-Tarts Bowl follows at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida, at 5:30 p.m. ET on ESPN.
The Alamo Bowl rounds out the day at Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas, at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN.
On Wednesday, December 30th, fans can catch the Gator Bowl at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida, at 11:30 a.m. ET on ESPN. The Music City Bowl follows at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee, at 3 p.m. ET on ESPN.
The College Football Playoff Quarterfinal, played as the Fiesta Bowl, begins at 7:30 p.m. ET on TNT/truTV/HBO Max at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.
New Year’s Eve and Beyond
Thursday, December 31st, features the ReliaQuest Bowl at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, at 12 p.m. ET on ESPN. The Sun Bowl follows at Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas, at 2 p.m. ET on CBS.
The Las Vegas Bowl begins at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas at 3:45 p.m. ET on ESPN, followed by the Texas Bowl at NRG Stadium in Houston at 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN.
New Year’s Day Bowls
Friday, January 1st, is set aside for College Football Playoff Quarterfinals. The Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, and the Peach Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta will all feature high-stakes matchups, with times to be announced.
January Bowls and the Championship
Saturday, January 2nd, features the Citrus Bowl at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida, at 12 p.m. ET on ABC. The First Responder Bowl follows at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas at 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC.
The Liberty Bowl then begins at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium in Memphis, Tennessee, at 7:30 p.m. ET on ABC.
The College Football Playoff Semifinals take place Thursday, January 14th, with the Orange Bowl at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, at 7:30 p.m. ET on TNT/truTV/HBO Max.
The Sugar Bowl follows on Friday, January 15th, at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans at 7:30 p.m. ET on ABC/ESPN.
The season culminates Monday, January 25th, with the College Football Playoff National Championship Game at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. The game starts at 7:30 p.m. ET on ABC.
Notable Past Championships
As we look forward to this exciting bowl season, it’s worth reflecting on a few notable championships. In the 2025 CFP National Championship, No. 1 Michigan defeated No. 2 Washington, 34-13. The year before, No. 1 Georgia dominated No. 3 TCU in a staggering 65-7 victory.
Earlier seasons brought their share of thrilling matchups, too. In the 2023 CFP National Championship, No. 3 Georgia defeated No. 1 Alabama, 33-18, while No. 1 Alabama beat No. 3 Ohio State, 52-24, in the 2022 championship.
For a complete overview of the 2026-27 college football bowl game schedule, including scores, TV channels, and times, visit the official NCAA website.
Get ready for an unforgettable season of college football, filled with intense rivalries, underdog triumphs, and moments that will go down in history. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a casual viewer, there’s something for everyone in this year’s bowl game lineup.
