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The CFP heads out West once again for this season’s semifinals. It’s just about time for the Fiesta Bowl, which will send one team to the national championship.
Last year’s matchup saw Penn State easily handle Boise State in the quarterfinals. This year’s game is expected to level up. After all, the only thing harder than winning a national title is playing in the championship game.
Two of the best in the nation will square up in Glendale, Arizona, on January 8. It seems like the Fiesta Bowl is still a ways away, but kickoff will be here before you know it. If you want to see the action live and in person, it’s time to act now.
Here’s everything you need to know about tickets to the Fiesta Bowl, including pricing, parking, start time and CFP bracket.
Fiesta Bowl 2026 tickets: How to buy
Tickets to the 2026 Fiesta Bowl are available in a variety of ways. Once participating teams are determined, fans and supporters can get passes through the teams.
However, those who want passes now before the playoffs can get tickets on second-hand sites like Vivid Seats.
How much are 2026 Fiesta Bowl tickets?
Fiesta Bowl tickets currently start at $190 for upper level seats. Club level passes start at $370 while lower level are just $250. Those that want to splurge on suites can do so for $1,650.
A variety of tickets for every budget are still available for the game, but they’re going fast. Prices are expected to rise as the game gets closer and CFP teams are determined.
Fiesta Bowl 2026 date, time
- Date: Thursday, January 8
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
The 2025 Fiesta Bowl Bowl will be played on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (5:30 p.m. MT) from State Farm Stadium in Glendale, AZ.
State Farm Stadium seating chart
Below is a seating chart for the Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium.
State Farm Stadium
Parking at Fiesta Bowl 2026
You can also buy parking for the Fiesta Bowl on Vivid Seats.
Passes currently start at just $45, even for lots surrounding the venue.
College Football Playoff 2025-26 schedule
The CFP kicks off December 19 with the first round of games. The National Championship is scheduled for a month later in Miami.
You can get tickets to every playoff game here.
| Round | Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| First round | Fri., Dec. 19 | TBD | 8 p.m. |
| First round | Sat., Dec. 20 | TBD | Noon |
| First round | Sat., Dec. 20 | TBD | 3:30 p.m. |
| First round | Sat., Dec. 20 | TBD | 7:30 p.m. |
| Quarterfinal | Wed., Dec. 31 | Cotton Bowl | 7:30 p.m. |
| Quarterfinal | Thurs., Jan. 1 | Orange Bowl | Noon |
| Quarterfinal | Thurs., Jan. 1 | Rose Bowl | 4 p.m. |
| Quarterfinal | Thurs., Jan. 1 | Sugar Bowl | 8 p.m. |
| Semifinal | Thurs., Jan. 8 | Fiesta Bowl | 7:30 p.m. |
| Semifinal | Fri., Jan. 9 | Peach Bowl | 7:30 p.m. |
| Final | Mon., Jan. 19 | National Championship | 7:30 p.m. |
College Football Playoff 2025-26 bracket
The CFP bracket will be revealed during the selection day on Sunday, Dec. 7.
Fiesta Bowl history
In last season’s Fiesta Bowl, Penn State defeated Boise State in the CFP quarterfinals.
Below is a look at the last 10 years of the game.
| Season | Winner | Loser | Score |
| 2024* | Penn State | Boise State | 31-14 |
| 2023 | Oregon | Liberty | 45-6 |
| 2022* | TCU | Michigan | 51-45 |
| 2021 | Oklahoma State | Notre Dame | 37-35 |
| 2020 | Iowa State | Oregon | 34-17 |
| 2019* | Clemson | Ohio State | 29-23 |
| 2018 | LSU | UCF | 40-32 |
| 2017 | Penn State | Washington | 35-28 |
| 2016* | Clemson | Ohio State | 31-0 |
| 2015 | Ohio State | Notre Dame | 44-28 |
*CFP game
