Auburn Football Gameday Advisory: The Florida Game

AUBURN, Ala.—Auburn football will open Southeastern Conference action on Saturday, Sept. 19 at 6:05 p.m. CT inside Jordan-Hare Stadium. Fans and visitors attending the game are encouraged to download the Auburn Tigers app for up-to-the-minute updates, stadium and campus information.

Below is key gameday information for Saturday’s game, including reminders and updates for the 2026 home football season.

SEC NATION

SEC Network’s weekly traveling pregame show, SEC Nation Presented by T-Mobile, returns to Auburn this weekend. All shows will originate from the green space between Aubie Hall and Neville Arena (Jungle Village) starting on Friday, Sept. 18 with Bussin’ and Pate on Campus (ESPN) from 1-2 p.m. CT followed by the Paul Finebaum Show (SEC Network) from 2-6 p.m.

In its 13th season, SEC Nation, featuring Matt Barrie, Chase Daniel, Paul Finebaum, Roman Harper, Tim Tebow and Marion Crowder, will air from 8-11 a.m. CT on SEC Network. SEC Nation is open to the public. Free breakfast will be available to the first 250 fans in attendance, and fans can create signs at a sign-making station.

JORDAN-HARE STADIUM ENTRY

Updates have been made to all Jordan-Hare Stadium entrances following a review of last weekend’s season opener. Auburn Athletics continues to identify ways to improve the entry process after the temporary loss of four entry gates due to construction.

Additional metal detectors have been added on both the east and west sides of the stadium, including a new metal detector entry point near Gate 12. The entry setup and queueing system used last weekend have been removed to create a simpler entry process. Additionally, speakers have been added at all gates to communicate key updates and provide directions to help fans enter more efficiently. Additional full-time Auburn Athletics staff will be available at all gates to assist guests.

Fans entering on the west side of the stadium are encouraged to use all available gates, including those near the north end of Heisman Drive. Although construction has reduced their visibility and closed the pedestrian route beyond them, these gates remain open at full capacity. To reach these gates, enter at the intersection of Heisman Drive and the Neville Arena parking lot and stay left. Using the full range of west-side entrances will help distribute crowds and keep lines moving.

An additional guest assistance station has been added outside the west stadium entry, at the intersection of Donahue Drive and the Neville Arena parking lot entrance, to answer questions and provide assistance.

All stadium gates will now open earlier, at 3:05 p.m. CT, giving fans three hours before kickoff to enter Jordan-Hare Stadium and get settled before pregame festivities. Fans are encouraged to take advantage of the earlier opening to allow extra time for entry and help reduce congestion at the gates closer to kickoff.

COUNTERFEIT TICKETS

With high demand for tickets to Saturday’s game, Auburn Athletics encourages fans to use caution when purchasing tickets. Authorized ticket outlets are the Auburn Ticket Office, the opposing school’s ticket office and SeatGeek.

While tickets purchased on other platforms may be valid, the only secondary market tickets directly validated by Auburn are those purchased through SeatGeek.

TIGER WALK TIME REMINDER

Fans are reminded that Tiger Walk now takes place approximately 2.5 hours before kickoff, a schedule introduced at last weekend’s home opener. Tiger Walk for Saturday’s game against Florida is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. CT, giving fans additional time to enjoy Tiger Walk Plaza and other pregame activities before entering Jordan-Hare Stadium.

TIGER WALK PLAZA

Tiger Walk Plaza offers fans live music, a mobile video board and a gathering place before kickoff. Live music will begin at 2 p.m. CT near the Plainsman Park entrance and Frank Thomas statue.

The Tiger Tailgate Show will begin at 3 p.m. CT from its new location in Tiger Walk Plaza. A video board next to the stage will feature Auburn Gameday Live on WarEagle+, including a live stream of the show and additional pregame coverage.

PLAINSMAN PARK

Plainsman Park will open at 10 a.m. CT Saturday, giving fans a place to gather, purchase food and beverages and watch college football before heading to Jordan-Hare Stadium.

Plainsman Patio provides a shaded gathering space along the right field line, with food and beverage options including Ben’s Pretzels, Chick-fil-A and the Plainsman Patio Fast Flight Market and Brew Cave. The ballpark’s video board will feature a College Football Red Zone-style viewing experience, allowing fans to follow games from around the country.

JORDAN-HARE NORTH PROJECT

The Jordan-Hare North Project represents the largest and most significant capital project in the history of Auburn Athletics and Jordan-Hare Stadium. The seven-level, approximately 300,000-square-foot facility, which broke ground in 2026 and is scheduled for completion in spring 2029, will transform the north end of the stadium while maintaining Jordan-Hare’s capacity of more than 88,000.

While the result will dramatically enhance Jordan-Hare Stadium, construction will require several temporary adjustments to familiar gameday routines over the next several seasons. Auburn fans will be asked to “pardon our progress” as pedestrian routes, tailgating areas and other operations are adjusted around the construction site.

Pedestrian Routes: Fans accustomed to walking along Heisman Drive on the north side of the stadium will not be able to do so during construction. Fans moving between the east and west sides of Jordan-Hare Stadium outside the venue should utilize Thach Concourse.
Inside Jordan-Hare Stadium, the north concourse will remain open for east-west pedestrian traffic, although areas near the northeast and northwest corners will be narrower due to construction.

South Stadium Operations: The loss of the north end zone parking lot will also impact operations south of Jordan-Hare Stadium, primarily around Gate 9. Visiting team buses will temporarily drop off at Gate 8.5, which may create additional congestion in the area before games. Fans are encouraged to seek alternate pedestrian routes to access Campus Green and the Jordan-Hare Stadium east gates, such as south of Plainsman Park.

Tailgating: Traditional tailgating and gathering areas around the north side of Jordan-Hare Stadium, including portions of the North Lawn, will also be impacted during construction.

Auburn appreciates the patience and understanding of the Auburn Family as these temporary adjustments are made as part of the progress toward creating an even better long-term gameday experience.

GAMEDAY WEBSITE

With new amenities throughout Jordan-Hare Stadium and construction changing some familiar routes around the venue, fans are encouraged to plan before arriving on campus. Auburn’s gameday website will serve as the central destination for information fans need throughout the 2026 season.

AuburnTigers.com/gameday will provide updated information on parking, pedestrian routes, stadium entry, concessions, tailgating and other gameday operations.

The site will also feature an interactive, multi-level map of campus and Jordan-Hare Stadium, including the ability to search for specific concessions offerings and locate amenities throughout the venue.