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A six-figure stadium on the Tennessee River, with the only tailgate fleet in the sport that arrives by boat.

A six-figure stadium on the Tennessee River, with the only tailgate fleet in the sport that arrives by boat.

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Stadium
Neyland Stadium
Capacity
101,915
Opened
1921
Conference
SEC
How to watch

Broadcast and streaming

A regular ABC and SEC Network program, with national primetime windows for the biggest home dates.

Conference network

SEC Network carries the early windows that national bundles treat as an add-on tier.

National windows

Marquee matchups move to national broadcast partners, usually announced 12 days out.

Out-of-market

A live TV bundle that includes the conference network is the simplest single subscription.

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Tickets

What tickets actually cost you in planning

Evergreen demand patterns, not a live price feed. Verify current inventory at the source before you book travel.

  • Night games against ranked SEC opponents sell out well in advance; September non-conference dates are the accessible option.
  • Circle Park and the lots west of the stadium carry the traditional non-boat tailgate for visitors without river access.
  • Downtown Knoxville is walkable to the stadium and is the best base for a weekend trip.

Where to sit

One of the largest stadiums in the country, wrapped tight against the river. Enter from the campus side; gate lines on the river side are the slowest.

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Traditions

What makes a Tennessee Saturday different

Vol Navy

Hundreds of boats dock along the river next to the stadium and the docks are the signature pregame scene.

Running through the T

The band forms a giant T on the field and the team runs through it to open the game, timed with Rocky Top.

Rocky Top

The song plays constantly through the game, and the crowd sings along every time.

Attend

Games to plan around

College Football

Tennessee vs Alabama Third Saturday

When
Mid-October, alternating campuses
Venue
Neyland Stadium, Knoxville, Tennessee

Coverage: National afternoon or primetime window

Neyland fills the Tennessee River valley. Arrive by water if you can, or plan a long walk from the distant lots that open at sunrise.

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Tailgating

  • The Vol Navy docks along the river and is the signature pregame scene.
  • Circle Park and the lots west of the stadium carry the traditional tailgate.

The upper deck is very steep here; aisle seats are worth the premium if stairs are a concern.

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Travel and stay

  • Knoxville (TYS) is 25 minutes from campus with limited nonstop service.
  • Downtown Knoxville is walkable to the stadium and the best base for a weekend.

Weather: September afternoons run hot and humid. Late-season night games in the Tennessee valley get cold fast once the sun sets.

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Around the game

Beyond the stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee

  • Downtown KnoxvilleA short walk from the stadium with a strong restaurant and bar scene for a full weekend.
  • Great Smoky MountainsAbout an hour southeast, a good add-on if you are making a longer trip of it.

Rivalry weekends

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Tennessee game-day packing list

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Stadium

Neyland Stadium

Capacity 101,915Opened 1921Knoxville, Tennessee

One of the largest stadiums in the country, wrapped tight against the river.

  • - Gate lines on the river side are the slowest. Enter from the campus side.
  • - The upper deck is very steep. Aisle seats are worth the premium.
FAQ

Tennessee questions

What channel is Tennessee on?
A regular ABC and SEC Network program, with national primetime windows for the biggest home dates.
How hard is it to get Tennessee tickets?
Night games against ranked SEC opponents sell out well in advance; September non-conference dates are the accessible option.
Where should I sit at Neyland Stadium?
One of the largest stadiums in the country, wrapped tight against the river. Enter from the campus side; gate lines on the river side are the slowest.
What is the weather like for a Tennessee home game?
September afternoons run hot and humid. Late-season night games in the Tennessee valley get cold fast once the sun sets.
Where should I tailgate at Neyland Stadium?
The Vol Navy docks along the river and is the signature pregame scene.
What is the best airport for a Tennessee game?
Knoxville (TYS) is 25 minutes from campus with limited nonstop service.
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