Vanderbilt football kicks off the 2026 season against Austin Peay at FirstBank Stadium with a 6 p.m. kickoff, a halftime drone show, and a series of fan experience upgrades that include a reimagined pregame village, new food options, and a limited-edition bobblehead giveaway. More Sports News
Clark Lea Bobblehead Giveaway Highlights Season Opener
The first 3,000 fans through the gates will receive a limited-edition bobblehead of E. Bronson Ingram Chair in Football Clark Lea. A limited number of additional bobbleheads are also available through a ticket package priced at $40, plus taxes and fees. Tickets for that package can be purchased here.
Vandyville Returns with Pregame Concert and Fan Activities
Vandyville opens at 3 p.m. with a reimagined layout that includes a pregame concert at Commodore Court in the Police Lot, the Max Nance Kids’ Zone in the parking lot of Blakemore House, new and enhanced sponsorship activations, and food and beverage concessions. Music begins at approximately 4 p.m. and wraps around 5 p.m., when fans are encouraged to head into the stadium. The headliner for the pregame concert will be announced early next week. Tailgating tents will continue along Natchez Trace.
Salute to Service Ceremony Planned Before Kickoff
In recognition of Salute to Service, fans are invited to a special pregame ceremony that includes an oath of enlistment for the U.S. Army.
New Food and Drink Options Coming to FirstBank Stadium
Several new concessions options are debuting alongside renovated stands along the stadium concourse. The nacho stands will offer chicken and pork tacos, two new frozen beverage stations will serve both non-alcoholic and alcoholic options, and the Black & Gold stand will now feature a local wagyu burger alongside its existing menu.
Four-Pack Ticket Packages Still Available
Four-pack ticket options remain on sale, with each package including four game tickets and four concessions vouchers. Click here to purchase.
Source: Vanderbilt Commodores Athletics
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