Georgia vs Florida 2026: Game Weekend Guide
Everything you need for Georgia–Florida weekend, whether you’re heading to Atlanta or watching in Athens.
Game Info
- Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026 (Halloween)
- Kickoff: 3:30 PM ET
- TV: ABC
- Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta
- Home team: Georgia
Why Is the Game in Atlanta?
The game has been played in Jacksonville since 1933 (except 1994–95, when it moved to the two campuses). With Jacksonville’s EverBank Stadium under renovation, 2026 is the first time the rivalry has been played in Atlanta. Tampa hosts in 2027.
Rivalry by the Numbers
- 58-44-2: Georgia’s count of the all-time series (Florida counts it 57-44-2 and doesn’t count the 1904 game)
- 1904: first meeting, in Macon. Georgia won 52-0.
- 5 straight: Georgia won every meeting from 2021 to 2025
- 8-2: Georgia’s record vs. Florida under Kirby Smart
- Last year: Georgia 24-20 in Jacksonville
Getting from Athens to Atlanta
- Leave early. Game-day traffic will be heavy.
- Parking near the stadium fills up, so think about taking MARTA, Atlanta’s train system.
- Plan your ride home before kickoff.
Watching in Athens
No ticket? Downtown Athens has bars and patios all around College Ave and Clayton St. See our list: Where to Watch the Dawgs in Athens.
Tailgate Tips
- Check the stadium’s current tailgating and bag rules before you go.
- Pack food that travels: wings, sliders, dips and finger food.
- Bring water and layers. Late-October weather can change fast.
- It’s Halloween, so a red-and-black costume is fair game.
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