Mayo Bowl
2026

About the 2026 Duke's Mayo Bowl

The Duke's Mayo Bowl is a long-running Charlotte bowl game played at Bank of America Stadium since 1996. The 2026 edition -- played Saturday, December 26 at 3:30 p.m. ET -- is the 25th annual game and continues the bowl's long-running tradition of mid-tier ACC vs. SEC matchups, with the conference tie-ins now expanded to include the Big Ten. The game airs nationally on ABC and is part of the ESPN bowl-week broadcast lineup.

Specific team selections for the 2026 edition will be announced during college football's bowl-selection weekend in early December. The bowl traditionally picks from the middle tier of bowl-eligible ACC programs and either an SEC or Big Ten partner depending on the year. Past matchups -- documented at Wikipedia and the bowl's official archives -- have included Wake Forest, Mississippi State, Clemson, North Carolina, Duke, Maryland, Virginia, Pittsburgh, Boston College, and many other historically powerful programs.

The bowl is operated by the Charlotte Sports Foundation and headlined by Duke's Mayonnaise -- the iconic Southern condiment whose brand has been part of the title sponsorship since 2020. Game-week traditions include the post-game mayonnaise bath of the winning coach (a Duke's Mayo Bowl signature), a major-network broadcast on ABC, and bowl-week activities including a player welcome, community service appearances, and the official Mayo Bowl Bash fan event.

Bank of America Stadium offers everything from upper-deck seats to club seating, suite-level access, and premium areas with all-inclusive food and drink packages. The stadium's field-level seating provides one of the best up-close college football experiences on the bowl-game circuit, and the venue's configuration is well-suited to neutral-site postseason matchups.

Charlotte is a strong bowl-week travel city. Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) is just minutes from uptown, and the city's walkable uptown core includes hotels, restaurants, bars, and attractions for visiting fans. Neighborhoods like NoDa, South End, and Plaza Midwood are particularly popular with younger fans during bowl week.

Browse the full ticket inventory above for current seat availability across every section of Bank of America Stadium. BigStub has been in the live-event resale business for more than 20 years -- every order is shown with no hidden fees and is backed by a full buyer guarantee.

About the Mayo Bowl

Where can I buy Duke's Mayo Bowl tickets?

Duke's Mayo Bowl tickets are sold through official channels including Ticketmaster, the Bank of America Stadium box office, and the bowl's official site. Verified resale seats are also available above on BigStub, a trusted marketplace with no hidden fees and a full buyer guarantee.

When and where is the 2026 Mayo Bowl?

The 2026 Duke's Mayo Bowl kicks off Saturday, December 26, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. ET at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. The game will be televised on ABC.

Which teams are playing in the 2026 Mayo Bowl?

Specific team selections for the 2026 edition will be announced during college football's bowl-selection weekend in early December. The Duke's Mayo Bowl traditionally matches a team from the ACC against a team from the SEC or Big Ten. Check the listings above and the bowl's official site for matchup news.

What is the venue like?

Bank of America Stadium is home of the NFL's Carolina Panthers and seats approximately 75,000 fans for football. The stadium sits in uptown Charlotte and offers premium seating areas, club lounges, accessible seating sections, and a full concessions program built around Carolina barbecue, regional craft beer, and Southern game-day favorites.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Duke's Mayo Bowl?

The Duke's Mayo Bowl is a long-running college football bowl game played at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. The 2026 edition is the 25th annual game and continues the bowl's tradition of matching a team from the ACC against a team from the SEC or Big Ten. The game is operated by the Charlotte Sports Foundation and title-sponsored by Duke's Mayonnaise.

When is the 2026 Duke's Mayo Bowl?

The 2026 Duke's Mayo Bowl kicks off Saturday, December 26, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. ET at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. The game will be televised on ABC.

Which teams are playing?

Specific team selections for the 2026 edition will be announced during college football's bowl-selection weekend in early December. The bowl traditionally matches an ACC team against an SEC or Big Ten team. Check the listings above and the bowl's official site for the latest matchup news.

Who won the 2026 Duke's Mayo Bowl?

The 24th edition of the bowl (played January 2, 2026) saw Wake Forest defeat Mississippi State 43-29 -- the Demon Deacons' nine-win season cap. The December 26, 2026 game is the 25th annual edition with new teams to be announced during bowl-selection weekend.

What is the famous mayo bath?

The Duke's Mayo Bowl's signature tradition is the post-game mayonnaise bath of the winning coach. Since the bowl's rebranding to the Duke's Mayo title in 2020, the winning coach has been ceremonially doused with Duke's Mayonnaise in the post-game celebration. It is one of the most-covered post-game traditions in college football.

What is Bank of America Stadium like?

Bank of America Stadium is home of the NFL's Carolina Panthers and seats approximately 75,000 fans for football. The stadium sits in uptown Charlotte, easily walkable to downtown hotels and restaurants. Amenities include premium seating areas, club lounges, accessible seating sections, and a full concessions program with Carolina barbecue, regional craft beer, and Southern game-day favorites.

What channel will the game be on?

The 2026 Duke's Mayo Bowl will be broadcast on ABC as part of the ESPN family of networks' bowl-week lineup. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET.

Can I park at Bank of America Stadium?

Yes -- Bank of America Stadium has multiple lots in uptown Charlotte with paid parking on game day. The stadium is also accessible via the Lynx Blue Line light rail (Carson Station or Stonewall Station are the closest stops), and rideshare drop-off zones are clearly marked on game day.

How much do Mayo Bowl tickets cost?

Ticket prices vary by seat location and demand. Premium and club seats are typically the highest-demand inventory, while upper-deck seats are usually the most affordable. Check the listings above for current pricing across the entire stadium. BigStub orders are shown with no hidden service fees.

What happens if the game is rescheduled?

If the game is officially rescheduled by the bowl committee or the venue, BigStub's buyer guarantee applies. The customer-service team handles refund and replacement processes directly. Information about how to reach BigStub's customer service is available through the BigStub help center linked at checkout.