Celebrating Community and Tradition
Princeton University’s football program has released its promotional calendar for the 2026 home season, promising a slate of themed game days that blend tradition with community outreach.
The action kicks off on September 26 when the Tigers host the University at Albany, a matchup that will be celebrated as Kids Day. In addition to the usual pageantry, the event will feature two youth football clinics designed to introduce younger fans to the sport.
The Princeton Varsity Club is set to run a free All‑Sport Clinic on Finney‑Campbell Field, starting at 1:30 p.m. The clinic is open to all skill levels and aims to showcase the breadth of athletic opportunities available at Princeton.
Meanwhile, the cheer program will host a pre‑game clinic for children twelve and under, priced at $42 per participant. The fee covers instruction, a commemorative ticket and a spot in the stadium crowd.
October 17 brings the Ivy League opener against Brown, designated as Community Day. Residents of Mercer County can purchase tickets at a 50 percent discount, encouraging local families to experience a college game live. The day also includes a Scout Day for scouting troops and an invitation for New Jersey high school teams to attend free of charge, provided they submit rosters by October 2.
A week later, on October 31, the Tigers will face Cornell in a Halloween Homecoming celebration. The game will be themed as University Day, featuring a series of activities on campus and offering complimentary tickets to faculty and staff.
November 7’s contest against Dartmouth is slated as the annual Salute to Service game. Current and former military members will receive free admission, honoring their service while the team looks to close out the season with a strong performance.
The final home game of the season, on November 21 against Yale, will be Senior Day and Fan Appreciation Day. Season ticket holders will be granted additional complimentary tickets, underscoring the program’s gratitude to its most loyal supporters.