The 2026 Florida football schedule opens at home against Florida Atlantic on September 5 at 7:45 p.m. ET. The Florida Gators face 12 regular-season games plus a potential SEC Championship appearance, with a neutral-site matchup against Georgia in the Invesco QQQ Atlanta Gridiron Classic and the annual rivalry against Florida State.
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium hosts seven home dates on the 2026 Florida football schedule. The toughest stretch lands in late September through mid-October with consecutive ranked tests against Ole Miss, Missouri and Texas.
2026 Florida Football Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday | Florida Atlantic OwlsBen Hill Griffin Stadium, Gainesville, FL | 7:45pm ETSECN | ||
| Saturday | Campbell CamelsBen Hill Griffin Stadium, Gainesville, FL | 5:30pm ETSECN+ | ||
| Saturday | at Auburn TigersJordan-Hare Stadium, Auburn, AL | 7:00pm ETESPN | ||
| Saturday | 9 Ole Miss RebelsBen Hill Griffin Stadium, Gainesville, FL | 3:30-8:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at 25 Missouri TigersFaurot Field, Columbia, MO | 3:30-8:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | South Carolina GamecocksBen Hill Griffin Stadium, Gainesville, FL | 12:00-1:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at 5 Texas LonghornsDKR-Texas Memorial Stadium, Austin, TX | 12:00-1:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | OFF | |||
| Invesco QQQ Atlanta Gridiron Classic | ||||
| Saturday | vs 3 Georgia BulldogsMercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA | 3:30pm ETABC | ||
| Saturday | 10 Oklahoma SoonersBen Hill Griffin Stadium, Gainesville, FL | 3:30-8:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Kentucky WildcatsKroger Field, Lexington, KY | 6:00-8:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | Vanderbilt CommodoresBen Hill Griffin Stadium, Gainesville, FL | 12:00-1:00pm ETTV TBA | ||
| Friday | at Florida State SeminolesDoak Campbell Stadium, Tallahassee, FL | 3:30pm ETABC | ||
| Saturday | vs SEC ChampionshipMercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA | 4:00pm ETABC | ||
How the 2026 Florida Football Schedule Sets Up
September opens with two home games and early road and ranked tests on the 2026 Florida football schedule. Florida Atlantic and Campbell at home, a road trip to Auburn, and #9 Ole Miss at home. That early stretch mixes manageable home dates with demanding SEC contests.
October brings a road trip to #25 Missouri, South Carolina at home, a road game at #5 Texas, the bye week, and the Invesco QQQ Atlanta Gridiron Classic against #3 Georgia in Atlanta. The consecutive ranked games will define the middle of the season.
November features #10 Oklahoma at home, a road trip to Kentucky, Vanderbilt at home, and the rivalry game at Florida State. That final stretch will decide seeding for a possible SEC Championship appearance.
Home Games at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
Seven home dates appear on the 2026 Florida football schedule:
- September 5 vs. Florida Atlantic
- September 12 vs. Campbell
- September 26 vs. #9 Ole Miss
- October 10 vs. South Carolina
- November 7 vs. #10 Oklahoma
- November 21 vs. Vanderbilt
The Ole Miss and Oklahoma games will generate the strongest crowds in Gainesville.
The Games That Decide the Season
Three contests stand out on the 2026 Florida football schedule.
The September 26 home game against #9 Ole Miss is an early SEC measuring stick. The October 31 Invesco QQQ Atlanta Gridiron Classic against #3 Georgia is a key ranked test. The November 27 rivalry game at Florida State always carries extra weight.
Win two of those three and the Gators stay in control of their path toward a possible December 5 SEC Championship appearance in Atlanta.
Where to Watch Florida Gators Football
Confirmed networks on the 2026 Florida Gators football schedule:
- SECN (Sept. 5 vs. Florida Atlantic)
- SECN+ (Sept. 12 vs. Campbell)
- ESPN (Sept. 19 at Auburn)
- ABC (Oct. 31 vs. Georgia and Nov. 27 at Florida State and Dec. 5 SEC Championship)
Most remaining SEC games still list TV as TBA. Expect additional network assignments once the final slate is set.
Key Dates at a Glance
- Sept. 5 — Season opener vs. Florida Atlantic, 7:45 p.m. ET, SECN
- Sept. 26 — #9 Ole Miss at home
- Oct. 24 — Bye week
- Oct. 31 — Invesco QQQ Atlanta Gridiron Classic vs. #3 Georgia, 3:30 p.m. ET, ABC
- Nov. 27 — At Florida State, 3:30 p.m. ET, ABC
- Dec. 5 — Potential SEC Championship in Atlanta, 4:00 p.m. ET, ABC
The 2026 Florida football schedule opens with two home games and builds toward ranked tests and classic rivalries. November will decide everything.
FAQ
When does Florida open the 2026 season?
Florida opens the 2026 season at home against Florida Atlantic on Saturday, September 5 at 7:45 p.m. ET on SECN.
How many home games do the Florida Gators have in 2026?
The Gators have six home games at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on the 2026 Florida football schedule: Florida Atlantic, Campbell, #9 Ole Miss, South Carolina, #10 Oklahoma, and Vanderbilt.
Who do the Florida Gators play in the Invesco QQQ Atlanta Gridiron Classic?
On October 31 the Gators face #3 Georgia in the Invesco QQQ Atlanta Gridiron Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta at 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC.
What channel are Florida games on in 2026?
Confirmed networks include SECN, SECN+, ESPN, and ABC. Most SEC games remain TBA and will be assigned later in the year.
