Clemson football fans are awaiting an official kickoff time for the Tigers’ Week 5 matchup against the Miami Hurricanes, as the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) has yet to announce the schedule. This calendar event, a key game for Clemson University’s highly-regarded football program, is scheduled for Saturday, September 28, 2026.
The game is set to take place at Memorial Stadium, known to many as Death Valley, a signature asset for the city of Clemson and a national destination for college football. The stadium, with its 81,500 capacity, draws over 79,000 fans for each of the seven home football games per season, significantly boosting the local tourism and hospitality economy.
The ACC typically announces kickoff times and television designations 12 days before the game. However, for this particular contest, the conference has opted for a six-day notice, meaning the exact time and broadcast channel will not be known until Monday, September 23, 2026. This delayed announcement can impact travel plans for fans and media, as well as local businesses along the US-123 commercial corridor (Tiger Boulevard) that cater to game-day crowds.
Clemson University, the city’s largest employer, plays a central role in the economic and cultural life of Clemson. The football program, under Head Football Coach Dabo Swinney, is a major draw, contributing to the university’s substantial statewide economic impact. The decision by the ACC to delay the kickoff announcement highlights the complexities of scheduling high-profile college football games within the conference.
