Bowl selection Sunday is just around the corner, with only conference championship games left to play. The excitement is palpable as fans and teams alike prepare for the culmination of the college football season. While much of the buzz centers around who will make the inaugural 12-team College Football Playoff (CFP) field, it’s essential to remember that there are a total of 49 bowl games scheduled throughout December and January. Whether it’s the Pop-Tarts Bowl or the Cotton Bowl, these games provide a final opportunity for teams to showcase their talent and prove their worth after a long season.
What to Expect in the 2024-25 Postseason
It’s an understatement to say that the 2024-25 postseason will look a little different than before. For the first time, twelve teams will compete across 11 games in the College Football Playoffs, extending the journey to the championship trophy. Some may argue that more teams mean more excitement, but only time will tell how this new format will play out. The anticipation is building, and fans are eager to see how their favorite teams will fare in this expanded playoff landscape.
Every Team Gets a Chance
Not every team will make it to the CFP, but every team will have one last chance to play football this season. For many, this final game will be for a bowl game title, adding an extra layer of motivation. The thrill of bowl season is that it gives teams a chance to end their season on a high note, regardless of their previous performance. It’s a moment for players to shine, and for fans to rally behind their teams one last time.
College Football Bowl Game Schedule 2024
The 2024 college football bowl game season kicks off on Saturday, December 14, with the Cricket Celebration Bowl and the IS4S Salute to Veterans Bowl. In total, fans can look forward to 49 thrilling bowl games, culminating in the CFP National Championship and the Reese’s Senior Bowl. Fortunately, fans will have a full month to enjoy this exciting lineup of games.
Here’s a breakdown of every bowl game on the schedule:
| Date | Game | City | Stadium | Time (ET) | Tickets |
| Sat., Dec. 14 | Cricket Celebration Bowl | Atlanta, GA | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | Noon | Buy now |
| Sat., Dec. 14 | IS4S Salute to Veterans Bowl | Montgomery, AL | Cramton Bowl | 9 p.m. | Buy now |
| Tues., Dec. 17 | Scooter’s Coffee Frisco Bowl | Frisco, TX | Toyota Stadium | 9 p.m. | Buy now |
| Wed., Dec. 18 | Boca Raton Bowl | Boca Raton, FL | FAU Stadium | 5:30 p.m. | Buy now |
| Wed., Dec. 19 | LA Bowl Hosted by Gronk | Inglewood, CA | SoFi Stadium | 9 p.m. | Buy now |
| Thurs., Dec. 19 | R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl | New Orleans, LA | Caesars Superdome | 7 p.m. | Buy now |
| Fri., Dec. 20 | StaffDNA Cure Bowl | Orlando, FL | Camping World Stadium | Noon | Buy now |
| Fri., Dec. 20 | Union Home Mortgage Gasparilla Bowl | Tampa, FL | Raymond James Stadium | 3:30 p.m. | Buy now |
| Fri., Dec. 20 | CFP First Round Game* | TBD | TBD | 8 p.m. | – |
| Sat., Dec. 21 | CFP First Round Game* | TBD | TBD | Noon | – |
| Sat., Dec. 21 | CFP First Round Game* | TBD | TBD | 4 p.m. | – |
| Sat., Dec. 21 | CFP First Round Game* | TBD | TBD | 8 p.m. | – |
| Mon., Dec. 23 | Myrtle Beach Bowl | Conway, SC | Brooks Stadium | 11 a.m. | Buy now |
| Mon., Dec. 23 | Famous Idaho Potato Bowl | Boise, ID | Albertsons Stadium | 2:30 p.m. | Buy now |
| Tues., Dec. 24 | Hawai’i Bowl | Honolulu, HI | Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex | 8 p.m. | Buy now |
| Thurs., Dec. 26 | GameAbove Sports Bowl | Detroit, MI | Ford Field | 2 p.m. | Buy now |
| Thurs., Dec. 26 | Rate Bowl | Phoenix, AZ | Chase Field | 5:30 p.m. | Buy now |
| Thurs., Dec. 26 | 68 Ventures Bowl | Mobile, AL | Hancock Whitney Stadium | 9 p.m. | Buy now |
| Fri., Dec. 27 | Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl | Fort Worth, TX | Amon G. Carter Stadium | TBD | Buy now |
| Fri., Dec. 27 | Birmingham Bowl | Birmingham, AL | Protective Stadium | TBD | Buy now |
| Fri., Dec. 27 | Autozone Liberty Bowl | Memphis, TN | Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium | 7 p.m. | Buy now |
| Fri., Dec. 27 | DirecTV Holiday Bowl | San Diego, CA | Snapdragon Stadium | 8 p.m. | Buy now |
| Fri., Dec. 27 | SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl | Las Vegas, NV | Allegiant Stadium | 10:30 p.m. | Buy now |
| Sat., Dec. 28 | Wasabi Fenway Bowl | Boston, MA | Fenway Park | 11 a.m. | Buy now |
| Sat., Dec. 28 | Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl | Bronx, NY | Yankee Stadium | Noon | Buy now |
| Sat., Dec. 28 | Isleta New Mexico Bowl | Albuquerque, NM | University Stadium | 2:15 p.m. | Buy now |
| Sat., Dec. 28 | Pop-Tarts Bowl | Orlando, FL | Camping World Stadium | 3:30 p.m. | Buy now |
| Sat., Dec. 28 | Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl Presented by Gin & Juice by Dre and Snoop | Tucson, AZ | Arizona Stadium | 4:30 p.m. | Buy now |
| Sat., Dec. 28 | Go Bowling Military Bowl | Annapolis, MD | Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium | 5:45 p.m. | Buy now |
| Sat., Dec. 28 | Valero Alamo Bowl | San Antonio, TX | Alamodome | 7:30 p.m. | Buy now |
| Sat., Dec. 28 | Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl | Shreveport, LA | Independence Stadium | 9:15 p.m. | Buy now |
| Mon., Dec. 30 | Transperfect Music City Bowl | Nashville, TN | Nissan Stadium | 2:30 p.m. | Buy now |
| Tues., Dec. 31 | Reliaquest Bowl | Tampa, FL | Raymond James Stadium | Noon | Buy now |
| Tues., Dec. 31 | Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl | El Paso, TX | Sun Bowl Stadium | 2 p.m. | Buy now |
| Tues., Dec. 31 | Cheez-It Citrus Bowl | Orlando, FL | Camping World Stadium | 3 p.m. | Buy now |
| Tues., Dec. 31 | Texas Bowl | Houston, TX | NRG Stadium | 3:30 p.m. | Buy now |
| Tues., Dec. 31 | VRBO Fiesta Bowl (Quarterfinal)* | Glendale, AZ | State Farm Stadium | 7:30 p.m. | Buy now |
| Wed., Jan. 1 | Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl (Quarterfinal)* | Atlanta, GA | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | 1 p.m. | Buy now |
| Wed., Jan. 1 | Rose Bowl Game Presented by Prudential (Quarterfinal)* | Pasadena, CA | Rose Bowl Stadium | 5 p.m. | Buy now |
| Wed., Jan. 1 | Allstate Sugar Bowl (Quarterfinal)* | New Orleans, LA | Caesars Superdome | 8:45 p.m. | Buy now |
| Thurs., Jan. 2 | TaxSlayer Gator Bowl | Jacksonville, FL | EverBank Stadium | 7:30 p.m. | Buy now |
| Fri., Jan. 3 | ServPro First Responder Bowl | Dallas, TX | Gerald J. Ford Stadium | 4 p.m. | Buy now |
| Fri., Jan. 3 | Duke’s Mayo Bowl | Charlotte, NC | Bank of America Stadium | 7:30 p.m. | Buy now |
| Sat., Jan. 4 | Bahamas Bowl | Nassau, Bahamas | Thomas A. Robinson National Stadium | 11 a.m. | Buy now |
| Thurs., Jan. 9 | Capital One Orange Bowl (Semifinal)* | Miami, FL | Hard Rock Stadium | 7:30 p.m. | Buy now |
| Fri., Jan. 10 | Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic (Semifinal)* | Arlington, TX | AT&T Stadium | 7:30 p.m. | Buy now |
| Mon., Jan. 20 | College Football Playoff National Championship* | Atlanta, GA | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | 7:30 p.m. | Buy now |
| Thurs., Jan. 30 | East-West Shrine Bowl | Arlington, TX | AT&T Stadium | 8 p.m. | Buy now |
| Sat., Feb. 1 | Reese’s Senior Bowl | Mobile, AL | Hancock Whitney Stadium | 2:30 p.m. | Buy now |
*CFP game
College Football Bowl Game Tickets 2024
Tickets for every college football bowl game are available on various platforms, making it easier than ever for fans to catch the action live. With so many games and matchups on the schedule, there’s bound to be a game nearby that fits your budget. Most smaller bowl games, like the Liberty Bowl or Texas Bowl, have a get-in price of less than $100, making them accessible to a wider audience.
However, the CFP games come with a hefty price tag. The Fiesta and Peach Bowls, both quarterfinals, are priced around $150. The iconic Rose Bowl, along with both semifinals, will set fans back no less than $300. For those looking to attend the national championship, be prepared to spend at least $1,000. It’s a significant investment, but for many fans, the thrill of being there in person is worth every penny.
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As the excitement builds for the upcoming bowl season, fans are encouraged to secure their tickets early. The chance to witness college football’s finest moments is just around the corner, and it’s time to rally behind your team as they aim for glory in their final games of the season. Whether you’re a die-hard supporter or a casual fan, there’s no better way to experience the thrill of college football than in the stands, cheering for your team as they chase a bowl victory.
