An undefeated start. Five straight wins. And a signature road victory at Oregon. The 2026 UCLA Football Schedule has been dominant early and now turns toward a critical home stretch that includes Wisconsin, Michigan State for Homecoming, Nevada, Illinois, and the always-heated rivalry against USC. UCLA Bruins football sits at 5-0 and faces a demanding second half of the Big Ten season. Here is the complete 2026 UCLA Football Schedule with dates, locations, times and television information.
2026 UCLA Football Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday | at California Golden BearsCal Memorial Stadium, Berkeley, CA | 10:30 PM ET ETESPN | Win 45-24 | |
| Saturday | vs San Diego State AztecsRose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena, CA | 7:15 PM ET ETBTN | Win 28-10 | |
| Saturday | vs Purdue BoilermakersRose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena, CA | 11:00 PM ET ETBTN | Win 52-38 | |
| Saturday | at Maryland TerrapinsSECU Stadium, College Park, MD | 1:30 PM ET ETBTN | Win 54-3 | |
| Saturday | OFF | |||
| Saturday | at Oregon DucksAutzen Stadium, Eugene, OR | 3:30 PM ET ETCBS/Paramount+ | Win 17-15 | |
| Saturday | vs Wisconsin BadgersRose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena, CA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | vs Michigan State SpartansRose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena, CA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | Homecoming | |
| Saturday | vs Nevada Wolf PackRose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena, CA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | at Minnesota Golden GophersHuntington Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Friday | vs Illinois Fighting IlliniRose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena, CA | 9:00 PM ET ETFOX | ||
| Saturday | at Michigan WolverinesMichigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, MI | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | vs USC TrojansRose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena, CA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Saturday | vs Big Ten ChampionshipLucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN | 8:00 PM ET ETFOX |
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Undefeated Through Five Games
UCLA Bruins Football Schedule 2026 opened with five straight victories and a perfect 5-0 record.
- California on the road (Sept 5)
- San Diego State at home (Sept 12)
- Purdue at home (Sept 19)
- Maryland on the road (Sept 26)
- Oregon on the road (Oct 10)
Bye Week
A week off arrived after the Maryland win.
- Bye week (Oct 3)
Signature Road Win at Oregon
The Bruins followed the bye with a hard-fought 17-15 victory at Autzen Stadium on Oct 10, extending the unbeaten streak.
Upcoming Home Stretch
Mid-to-late October brings three straight games at the Rose Bowl.
- Wisconsin at home (Oct 17)
- Michigan State at home for Homecoming (Oct 24)
- Nevada at home (Oct 31)
Road Trip and Primetime Home Date
Early November mixes a Big Ten road test with a high-profile primetime home game.
- Minnesota on the road (Nov 7)
- Illinois at home (Nov 13, 9:00 PM ET on FOX)
Closing Stretch and Rivalry
November finishes with a tough road trip and the annual crosstown rivalry.
- Michigan on the road (Nov 21)
- USC at home (Nov 28)
UCLA Football Home Games 2026
UCLA has seven home games at Rose Bowl Stadium in 2026:
- San Diego State
- Purdue
- Wisconsin
- Michigan State (Homecoming)
- Nevada
- Illinois
- USC
The dates against Wisconsin, Illinois and USC stand out as the highest-profile opportunities at home.
The 2026 UCLA Football Schedule features a perfect early stretch, a demanding mid-season slate, and key late tests. How the Bruins handle the home games against Wisconsin and Michigan State, the road trip to Michigan, and the rivalry finale against USC will shape the entire season.
FAQ
When does UCLA play its first game on the 2026 schedule?
UCLA Football Schedule 2026 opened on the road against California on Saturday, September 5, at Cal Memorial Stadium.
When is UCLA vs USC 2026?
UCLA vs USC 2026 is set for Saturday, November 28, at home at Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena.
How many home games does UCLA play in 2026?
UCLA has seven UCLA football home games in 2026 at Rose Bowl Stadium: San Diego State, Purdue, Wisconsin, Michigan State, Nevada, Illinois and USC.
What is UCLA’s toughest stretch on the 2026 schedule?
The upcoming run of Wisconsin, Michigan State, Minnesota, Illinois, Michigan and USC ranks as the toughest remaining stretch on the UCLA Big Ten schedule 2026.
