The 2026 Minnesota Golden Gophers football schedule features 12 regular-season games, including a Thursday night opener against Eastern Illinois and key Big Ten matchups against Michigan, Iowa, and a rivalry finale at Wisconsin. Download or print the full schedule below and follow the Gophers all season long. The first game of the season kicks off September 3rd.
Minnesota Golden Gophers 2026 Team & Season Info
The Minnesota Golden Gophers compete in the Big Ten Conference and play their home games at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. For official news, roster updates, and ticket information, visit the official Minnesota Golden Gophers football page.
2026 Minnesota Golden Gophers Football Schedule
| Wk | Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thu, Sep 3 | vs Eastern Illinois Panthers | TBD | TBD |
| 2 | Sat, Sep 12 | vs Mississippi State Bulldogs | TBD | TBD |
| 3 | Sat, Sep 19 | vs Akron Zips | TBD | TBD |
| 4 | Sat, Sep 26 | @ Washington Huskies | TBD | TBD |
| 5 | Sat, Oct 3 | vs Michigan Wolverines | TBD | TBD |
| 6 | Sat, Oct 10 | @ Purdue Boilermakers | TBD | TBD |
| Open Date – Bye Week (Sat, Oct 17) | ||||
| 8 | Sat, Oct 24 | vs Iowa Hawkeyes | TBD | TBD |
| 9 | Sat, Oct 31 | @ Indiana Hoosiers | TBD | TBD |
| 10 | Sat, Nov 7 | vs UCLA Bruins | TBD | TBD |
| 11 | Sat, Nov 14 | @ Penn State Nittany Lions | TBD | TBD |
| 12 | Sat, Nov 21 | vs Northwestern Wildcats | TBD | TBD |
| 13 | Sat, Nov 28 | @ Wisconsin Badgers | TBD | TBD |
All times Eastern. TBD = kickoff/TV not yet announced. Updated May 2026.
† Thursday night opener | * Floyd of Rosedale rivalry vs Iowa | ** Paul Bunyan’s Axe rivalry at Wisconsin
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does the 2026 Minnesota football season start?
The 2026 Minnesota Golden Gophers football season opens on Thursday, September 3, 2026, against Eastern Illinois at Huntington Bank Stadium.
When is Minnesota vs Iowa in 2026?
Minnesota hosts Iowa on October 24, 2026, in the Floyd of Rosedale rivalry game at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.
Does Minnesota have a bye week in 2026?
Yes, Minnesota has one bye week in 2026, scheduled for October 17, 2026, between the Purdue and Iowa games.
When is the 2026 Minnesota vs Wisconsin game?
Minnesota travels to face Wisconsin on November 28, 2026, in the Paul Bunyan’s Axe rivalry game in Madison.
Is a printable PDF of the 2026 Minnesota schedule available?
Yes! You can download the printable 2026 Minnesota Golden Gophers football schedule PDF above.
