Major Texas event
Valero Alamo Bowl
December 29, 2026 · San Antonio, Texas · Bexar County
Why plan around Valero Alamo Bowl?
The Valero Alamo Bowl is one of San Antonio's largest annual sports-travel events, bringing a nationally televised postseason college football matchup to the Alamodome and surrounding it with Bowl Week fan programming downtown.
Verified event details
Organizer: Valero Alamo Bowl ↗
Official-source details checked 2026-09-03. Ticket prices and lineups can change; confirm the linked official source before purchasing or traveling.
Plan the visit
Anchor the trip on December 29
The Valero Alamo Bowl organization confirms the 2026 game for Tuesday, December 29 at 8 p.m. Central at the Alamodome, with national television coverage on ESPN.
Treat game day as a downtown event district
Official Bowl programming includes pregame fan activities near the Alamodome, and the venue sits within walking distance of downtown hotels and attractions. Review the current Bowl Week calendar and transportation guidance before deciding whether to drive, walk or use rideshare.
Leave room for Bowl Week changes
Teams are selected after the College Football Playoff field is announced, so matchup-specific rallies, band appearances and fan events can develop late in the season. Use the official bowl calendar for the final itinerary rather than relying on preseason assumptions.
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