2026 College Football Playoff National Championship events

By Karina Valdes 01-14-2026

Category 5 Pep Rally
Friday, Jan. 16, noon-3 p.m.
Lakeside Patio
Student-organized pep rally to kick off championship weekend will include music, Canes spirit, giveaways, and campus community hype. Special program begins at 1:30 p.m. The pep rally is open to the University community (students and faculty and staff members).

Playoff Fan Central
Friday, Jan. 16 through Sunday, Jan. 18, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Miami Beach Convention Center
Playoff Fan Centralis an interactive experience that gives thousands of fans the opportunity to be a part of the College Football Playoff National Championship. This free family-friendly event includes games, clinics, pep rallies, special guest appearances, autograph signings, and exhibits celebrating college football and its history. No ticket required.

Media Day presented by Great Clips
Saturday, Jan. 17, 9-11:30 a.m.
Miami Beach Convention Center
Media Day presented by Great Clipsfeatures one-hour sessions with student-athletes and coaches from each of the College Football Playoff National Championship participating teams. Credentialed media members will be present to cover the event, in addition to live broadcasts from ESPN and conference networks, and activations by social media giants X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. This event is free to the public. No ticket required.

Extra Yard for Teachers Summit
Saturday, Jan. 17, 2-6 p.m.
The Fillmore Miami Beach at The Jackie Gleason Theater
The Extra Yard for Teachers Summit is a free event open to all educators and will feature inspiring speeches from high-profile speakers, including Miami's own Pitbull, giveaways, and a peer-to-peer networking reception. Reserve a spot.

AT&T Playoff Playlist Live!
Saturday, Jan. 17 and Sunday, Jan. 18, 6-11 p.m.
Lummus Park
Miami Beach will be home to one of the country's largest annual traveling music festivals-AT&T Playoff Playlist Live!On Saturday, enjoy performances from groundbreaking producer, DJ, and songwriter Calvin Harris; global dance sensation and acclaimed DJ, producer, and label owner John Summit; and rising female DJ/producer sensation XANDRA. On Sunday, headliners include cultural icon and Mexican trailblazer Peso Pluma; soulful and genre-bending trio Latin Mafia; and multiplatinum selling Latin Pop powerhouse Greeicy are set to take the stage. This event is free to the public. No ticket required.

Taste of the Championship
Sunday, Jan. 18, 5-8 p.m.
M2 Nightclub
Taste of the Championshipwill serve up a foodie's delight, offering attendees the opportunity to indulge in gourmet food and drinks prepared by local chefs. This premium dining experience serves as a unique and elevated exploration of the host city's cuisine on the eve of the national championship game. Tickets are on sale now.

Allstate Championship Tailgate
Monday, Jan. 19, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Hard Rock Stadium
Allstate Championship Tailgateis the gathering place for attendees who want to experience extreme tailgating leading up to the College Football Playoff National Championship. The Allstate tailgate will take place outside Hard Rock Stadium and is free to National championship ticket holders. Note: additional tickets are not available for purchase.