Yale Bulldogs vs Brown Bears at Yale Bowl: kickoff time, gates and getting there

Yale Bulldogs vs Brown Bears kicks off at 12:00 pm on Sat Nov 7, 2026 at Yale Bowl. NCAA FCS football, 2026 regular season.

When do the gates open?

Two hours before kickoff. (source)

Will it be light or dark at the game?

It is a day game. Sunset at Yale Bowl that day is 4:42 pm, so the game should finish in daylight.

Brown Bears play their home games at Richard Gouse Field at Brown Stadium.

How do I get to Yale Bowl?

The Athletic Department provides free round-trip shuttle buses from Payne Whitney Gymnasium to the Yale Bowl, beginning at 9:30 a.m. on gamedays.

What bag can I bring?

Acceptable bags are a 12in x 12in x 6in clear bag, a gallon-sized clear zipper-lock bag, or a handheld purse 6.5in x 4.5in or smaller with no strap. Non-conforming items can be stored at the complimentary bag check outside Gate C, which opens two hours before kickoff.

Schedule source: Yale Bulldogs schedule. Kickoff times can move for TV; check the team's schedule on the day.