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The College Football Playoffs is the sweetest part of the season. It's a little extra sweet in New Orleans when the Sugar Bowl comes to life.
On New Year's Day 2026, the Sugar Bowl will kick off, marking the last quarterfinals matchup of the postseason. And it's always a good one.
Last year, Notre Dame downed Georgia to advance to the CFP semifinals. Two rivals with a history, all eyes were on New Orleans as the game meant a little more to the city.
That feeling isn't a one off, though, as the Sugar Bowl remains a staple bowl game for the CFP for a reason. Who will be the last to cement their place in the semis?
Here's how you can see it all live with the best ticket deals, seats and more for the 2026 Sugar Bowl.
Sugar Bowl 2026 tickets: How to buy
- Tickets: StubHub
Tickets to the 2025 Cotton Bowl are available in a variety of ways. Once participating teams are determined, fans and supporters can get passes through the teams.
However, those who want passes now before the playoffs can get tickets on second-hand sites like StubHub.
How much are 2026 Sugar Bowl tickets?
Sugar Bowl tickets start at $235. Lower terrace passes cost at least $275, upper loge $440, lower loge $650 and plaza $570.
A variety of tickets for every budget are still available for the game, but they're going fast. Prices are expected to rise as the game gets closer and CFP teams are determined.
Sugar Bowl 2026 date, time
- Date: Thursday, Jan. 1
- Time: 8 p.m. ET
The 2026 Sugar Bowl will be played on Thursday, Jan. 1. Kickoff for the CFP quarterfinals game is set for 8 p.m. ET from Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.
Caesars Superdome seating chart
Below is a seating chart for the Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome.
Parking at Sugar Bowl 2026
You'll need a place to park at the Sugar Bowl. You can also buy parking passes for the game on StubHub.
Currently, spots start at just $10. Lots directly surrounding Caesars Superdome range from $80 to $225.
College Football Playoff 2025-26 schedule
The CFP kicks off December 19 with the first round of games. The National Championship is scheduled for a month later in Miami.
You can get tickets to every playoff game here.
| Round | Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| First round | Fri., Dec. 19 | TBD | 8 p.m. |
| First round | Sat., Dec. 20 | TBD | Noon |
| First round | Sat., Dec. 20 | TBD | 3:30 p.m. |
| First round | Sat., Dec. 20 | TBD | 7:30 p.m. |
| Quarterfinal | Wed., Dec. 31 | Cotton Bowl | 7:30 p.m. |
| Quarterfinal | Thurs., Jan. 1 | Orange Bowl | Noon |
| Quarterfinal | Thurs., Jan. 1 | Rose Bowl | 4 p.m. |
| Quarterfinal | Thurs., Jan. 1 | Sugar Bowl | 8 p.m. |
| Semifinal | Thurs., Jan. 8 | Fiesta Bowl | 7:30 p.m. |
| Semifinal | Fri., Jan. 9 | Peach Bowl | 7:30 p.m. |
| National Championship | Mon., Jan. 19 | TBD | 7:30 p.m. |
College Football Playoff 2025-26 bracket
The CFP bracket will be revealed during the selection day on Sunday, Dec. 7.
Sugar Bowl history
In last season's Sugar Bowl, Notre Dame defeated Georgia in the CFP quarterfinals.
Below is a look at the last 10 years of the game.
| Season | Winner | Loser | Score |
| 2024* | Notre Dame | Georgia | 23-10 |
| 2023* | Washington | Texas | 37-31 |
| 2022 | Alabama | Kansas State | 45-20 |
| 2021 | Baylor | Ole Miss | 21-7 |
| 2020* | Ohio State | Clemson | 49-28 |
| 2019 | Georgia | Baylor | 26-14 |
| 2018 | Texas | Georgia | 28-21 |
| 2017* | Alabama | Clemson | 24-6 |
| 2016 | Oklahoma | Auburn | 35-19 |
| 2015 | Ole Miss | Oklahoma State | 48-20 |
*CFP game