The 2025 Orange Bowl is set to deliver thrilling college football action as it serves as one of the College Football Playoff (CFP) semifinals.
Here’s all the essential information about the game, from the date and kickoff time to tickets and festivities.
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Who is playing at the Orange Bowl 2025?
Notre Dame Fighting Irish will face Penn State in the College Football Playoff Semifinal.
Penn State‘s impressive season saw them compile an 11-1 regular season record. Meanwhile, Notre Dame beat Georgia 23-10 in an upset victory.
Penn State boasts a 4-1 record in Orange Bowl appearances, with notable wins in 1969, 1970, and 2006. Their only loss came in the 1986 Orange Bowl, where Oklahoma claimed the national title.
When is the Orange Bowl 2025?
The 91st annual Orange Bowl is scheduled for Thursday, January 9, 2025, with kickoff set for 7:30 p.m. ET.
Where is the Orange Bowl 2025?
Hard Rock Stadium, renowned for its state-of-the-art renovations, boasts a seating capacity of 65,000 and a rich history. Its modern amenities and strategic location make it a top destination for sports fans.
How to watch the Orange Bowl 2025?
Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN as part of the 2024-25 bowl season, concluding the 2024 FBS football season.
In addition to the game, fans can enjoy several pre-game events:
- Orange Bowl Pep Rally: January 8, 5:30-8:30 p.m. ET, Miami Beach.
- Capital One Orange Bowl Fan Fest: January 9, 2:30-6:30 p.m. ET, outside Hard Rock Stadium.
Who is performing in the Orange Bowl Halftime Show 2025?
The most iconic halftime show in college football returns with ACM New Male Artist and Billboard Rookie of the Year Nate Smith.
How to buy tickets to Orange Bowl?
Penn State fans can request tickets through the official sales window until 5 p.m. ET on January 2, with priority given to season-ticket holders, Nittany Lion Club members, and alumni.
Students can claim free tickets through a partnership with Taco Bell until Thursday, January 4.
Secondary market tickets start at approximately $200 on StubHub.
Orange Bowl Trophy
Introduced in 1989, the Orange Bowl Trophy was designed to reflect the game’s namesake and its connection to Florida’s famed citrus industry.
Orange Bowl Prize Money 2025
According to reports, the Orange Bowl offers a payout of approximately $6 million per team.
Orange Bowl Winners
Originally conceived in 1932 as the Festival of Palms Bowl, it quickly evolved into a major event that showcased the best of college football, becoming the Orange Bowl in 1935.
Over the decades, it has become synonymous with unforgettable games, legendary players, and championship-defining moments.