The 2026 Miami Hurricanes football schedule features a demanding ACC slate under head coach Mario Cristobal. The Canes open the season at Stanford on September 4 before hosting Florida A&M, then face a brutal midseason stretch that includes road games at Clemson and Notre Dame.
2026 Miami Hurricanes Football Schedule
| Wk | Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fri, Sep 4 | @ Stanford Cardinal | 9:00 PM | ESPN |
| 2 | Thu, Sep 10 | vs Florida A&M Rattlers | 8:00 PM | ACCN |
| 3 | Fri, Sep 18 | @ Wake Forest Demon Deacons | 7:30 PM | ESPN |
| 4 | Sat, Sep 26 | vs Central Michigan Chippewas | TBD | TBD |
| 5 | Sat, Oct 3 | @ Clemson Tigers | TBD | TBD |
| Open Date – Bye Week (Sat, Oct 10) | ||||
| 7 | Sat, Oct 17 | vs Florida State Seminoles | TBD | TBD |
| 8 | Sat, Oct 24 | vs Pittsburgh Panthers | TBD | TBD |
| 9 | Sat, Oct 31 | @ North Carolina Tar Heels | TBD | TBD |
| 10 | Sat, Nov 7 | @ Notre Dame Fighting Irish | 7:30 PM | TBD |
| 11 | Sat, Nov 14 | vs Duke Blue Devils | TBD | TBD |
| 12 | Sat, Nov 21 | vs Virginia Tech Hokies | TBD | TBD |
| 13 | Sat, Nov 28 | vs Boston College Eagles | TBD | TBD |
All times Eastern. TBD = kickoff/TV not yet announced. Updated May 27, 2026.
Miami’s biggest home game in 2026 is the rivalry with Florida State on October 17, continuing one of college football’s most storied matchups. The Hurricanes also welcome Pittsburgh, Duke, and Boston College to Coral Gables, while navigating tough road assignments at Notre Dame on November 7 and North Carolina on October 31.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Miami play in 2026?
Miami’s 2026 season opens September 4 at Stanford. Key home games include Florida State (October 17), Pittsburgh (October 24), and Boston College (November 28). Road highlights include Clemson (October 3) and Notre Dame (November 7).
Who are Miami’s biggest rivals in 2026?
Miami faces longtime rival Florida State at home on October 17 in the annual ACC rivalry game. The Hurricanes also visit Notre Dame on November 7, one of college football’s most prestigious matchups.
Where does Miami play home games in 2026?
Miami plays home games at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. The Hurricanes share the facility with the NFL Miami Dolphins. Hard Rock Stadium seats approximately 64,000 for college football and provides one of the most recognizable game-day settings in the ACC.
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| → 2026 College Football Schedule Full FBS slate with kickoff times and TV networks. |
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