College Football Playoff National Championship
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2026 College Football National Championship Coming to Miami
Greater Miami and Miami Beach will host the College Football Playoff (CFP) National Championship on January 19, 2026, at Hard Rock Stadium. This year’s title game will feature the University of Miami Hurricanes facing the Indiana Hoosiers, bringing national championship stakes to South Florida with a strong local connection. The 2026 championship marks the 22nd time the region has hosted a college football national title game and the second time in the College Football Playoff era, which began in 2014.
Playoff Fan Central
Playoff Fan Central offers an interactive, fan-focused experience tied to the CFP National Championship. The free, family-friendly event includes games, skills clinics, pep rallies, special guest appearances, autograph signings and exhibits celebrating the history and culture of college football. Playoff Fan Central takes place at the Miami Beach Convention Center from Friday, January 16 through Sunday, January 18, serving as a central hub for fans in town for Championship Game Weekend.
Plan Your Experience
From luxury oceanfront resorts to intimate boutique hotels, Greater Miami and Miami Beach offer a wide range of accommodations for visitors attending the College Football Playoff National Championship and related events throughout the region.
