Ben Hill Griffin Stadium guide: schedule, kickoff times, food, parking and bag policy

Ben Hill Griffin Stadium holds 88,548 fans and is home to Florida Gators (NCAA FBS (SEC)). This page lists every remaining home game with its kickoff time, and the stadium's gates, food, parking and bag rules.

Capacity	88,548
Official name	Steve Spurrier-Florida Field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
Opened	November 8, 1930
Home teams	Florida Gators (NCAA FBS (SEC))
Address	157 Gale Lemerand Drive, Gainesville, FL 32611

When are the remaining home games?

2 home games left, starting Sat Nov 7, 2026. Times are local (Eastern).

Date	Game	Kickoff	Competition
Sat Nov 7, 2026	Florida Gators vs Oklahoma Sooners	time TBA	College football
Sat Nov 21, 2026	Florida Gators vs Vanderbilt Commodores	time TBA	College football

When do the gates open at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium?

Two hours before kickoff. (source)

What has changed at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium recently?

A $1.45 billion renovation of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium includes new premium and club seating that wraps around the stadium, and widening aisles and adding handrails for ADA compliance is expected to remove roughly 8,000 existing bowl seats even though total capacity will stay near 88,548. (source)

Where do students sit at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium?

Students must enter through Gate 9 or Gates 12-15. The Student Ticket Office at Gate 13 opens two hours before kickoff and remains open until the end of the first quarter. (source)

What are the tailgating rules at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium?

Fans may tailgate within their own spot, in front of or behind their vehicle, or in any available open grass area in a non-reserved lot. Music must be confined to the tailgate area, tents may not be used within a parking spot, and golf carts, mopeds, and scooters are not allowed in parking lots and surrounding streets on game day. (source)

Is there a sun and shade map for Ben Hill Griffin Stadium?

Not yet. A $1.45 billion renovation starts right after the 2026 season, so we are not modelling stands that are about to be rebuilt. We only publish seat and sun data measured from a survey of the stands as they are now, so this guide sticks to the schedule, parking and stadium policies until a newer survey is flown.

Before you go

Bags: Bags must be clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and no larger than 12 in x 6 in x 12 in, or a one-gallon clear plastic freezer bag. A small clutch bag no larger than 4.5 in x 6.5 in, with or without a handle or strap, is also permitted. Bag policy.
Payment: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium food and beverage sales are fully cashless, accepting touchless mobile payment, major credit cards, and debit cards. Fans with cash can exchange it for a gift card at any Grab N' Go location.
Getting there: UF Park and Ride locations and shuttles are available; a single game facility service fee of $20 adult / $10 child under 12 applies at Park and Ride locations on the day of the game. Parking and transit.
Food: No outside food or drink is permitted inside the stadium.