The 2026 Alabama Football Schedule delivers a demanding SEC slate built around several high-stakes Saturdays. Alabama hosts seven games at Bryant-Denny Stadium and faces a brutal stretch of road tests that will define the year.
Georgia’s visit on October 10 stands as the centerpiece of the home slate, while road trips to Tennessee and LSU loom as potential season-altering games.
Here is the complete 2026 Alabama Football Schedule with dates, locations, times and television information.
2026 Alabama Crimson Tide Football Schedule
2026 Alabama Football Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday | vs East Carolina PiratesBryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa, AL | 12:00 PM ETABC | W 48-10 | |
| Saturday | at Kentucky WildcatsKroger Field, Lexington, KY | 3:30 PM ETABC/Disney+ | Win 45-17 | |
| Saturday | vs Florida State SeminolesBryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa, AL | 3:30 PM ETABC | Win 50-36 | |
| Saturday | vs South Carolina GamecocksBryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa, AL | 7:00 PM ETESPN | Win 49-18 | |
| Saturday | at Mississippi State BulldogsDavis Wade Stadium, Starkville, MS | 12:00 PM ETABC | Win 56-23 | |
| Saturday | vs Georgia BulldogsBryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa, AL | 7:30 PM ETABC | Loss 17-20 | |
| Saturday | at Tennessee VolunteersNeyland Stadium, Knoxville, TN | 3:30–8:00 PM ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | vs Texas A&M AggiesBryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa, AL | 3:30–8:00 PM ETTV TBA | Homecoming | |
| Saturday | OFF | |||
| Saturday | at LSU TigersTiger Stadium, Baton Rouge, LA | 3:30–8:00 PM ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Vanderbilt CommodoresFirstBank Stadium, Nashville, TN | 12:00–1:00 PM ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | vs Chattanooga MocsBryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa, AL | 2:00 PM ETSECN+ | ||
| Saturday | vs Auburn TigersBryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa, AL | 3:30–8:00 PM ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | vs SEC ChampionshipMercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA | 4:00 PM ETABC |
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Key Home Games on the Alabama Football Schedule
Alabama hosts seven games in 2026. The biggest dates include:
- Georgia (Oct. 10) — The centerpiece of the Alabama SEC schedule and a major résumé game
- Texas A&M (Oct. 24) — Homecoming night under the lights
- East Carolina (Sept. 5) — Season opener and first look at the roster
- Florida State & South Carolina — Early home opportunities to build momentum
- Auburn (Nov. 28) — The Iron Bowl closes the regular season
The Road Stretch That Defines the Season
The toughest part of the 2026 Alabama football schedule runs from mid-September through early November:
- At Kentucky (Sept. 12)
- At Mississippi State (Oct. 3)
- At Tennessee (Oct. 17)
- At LSU (Nov. 7)
Neyland Stadium and Tiger Stadium have ended championship runs before. Surviving this stretch will go a long way toward determining Alabama’s Playoff ceiling.
Biggest Games to Watch
- Alabama vs Georgia — Oct. 10 at Bryant-Denny Stadium
- Alabama at Tennessee — Oct. 17 at Neyland Stadium
- Alabama at LSU — Nov. 7 at Tiger Stadium
- Alabama vs Auburn — Nov. 28 in the Iron Bowl
How Alabama football handles the Georgia-to-LSU stretch will shape the entire Alabama Crimson Tide football season.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Alabama football play its first game in 2026?
Alabama opens at home against East Carolina on Saturday, September 5, at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
What is Alabama’s toughest stretch on the 2026 schedule?
The four-game run from Georgia (home) through Tennessee (road), Texas A&M (home), and LSU (road) — October 10 through November 7.
How many home games does Alabama play in 2026?
Seven home games at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
When is Alabama vs Georgia 2026?
Saturday, October 10, at Bryant-Denny Stadium, 7:30 p.m. ET on ABC.
Where can I find the full Alabama Football Schedule?
The complete 2026 Alabama Football Schedule appears above.
