2026 Season Kickoff
Practice for the 2026 Louisiana high school football season is set to begin on August 10, giving teams just over a month to prepare before the first games of the year.
The regular season will open on September 3, marking the start of a slate of matchups that will run through early November. Coaches and players alike are already mapping out strategies for the upcoming schedule.
The final regular‑season contests are slated for November 7, after which the top programs will transition into the playoffs.
Playoffs and Championship Week
The postseason will commence on November 13, featuring a series of elimination games that will narrow the field to the final contenders.
The state championships will be held at the iconic Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, running from December 10 through December 20. The venue, known for its storied football history, will host the final battles for each classification.