Experience UCF Knights football in Orlando, where college football, campus traditions, tailgating, and one of Central Florida’s most energetic game-day atmospheres come together. The Knights compete in the Big 12 Conference and play their home games at Acrisure Bounce House on the University of Central Florida campus.
Whether you’re a longtime UCF fan, visiting alum, or attending your first college football game, a Saturday at the Bounce House offers much more than four quarters of football. Browse upcoming UCF home games and tickets below, then use our game-day guide to plan your visit.
UCF Football Home Games & Tickets
UCF Knights Football vs Georgia State - Family Weekend
UCF Knights Football vs Georgia State - Family Weekend
UCF Knights Football vs TCU
UCF Knights Football vs BYU - Homecoming
UCF Knights Football vs Baylor - Space Game
UCF Knights Football vs. Arizona State
UCF Knights Football vs Iowa State - Senior Knight
Arrive several hours before kickoff if you want the full UCF experience. Tailgating, fan activities, the Knight Walk, March to Victory, and the atmosphere around Memory Mall make game day worth experiencing before you ever enter the stadium.
UCF Knights Football Quick Facts
- Represents the University of Central Florida
- Competes in NCAA Division I FBS football
- Member of the Big 12 Conference
- Home games played at Acrisure Bounce House
- On-campus stadium opened in 2007
- Stadium capacity: 45,906
- Team colors: Black and Gold
- Mascot: Knightro
- Known for the stadium’s famous “Bounce House” atmosphere
- Undefeated 2017 season
- Winner of major bowl games including the Fiesta Bowl and Peach Bowl
Why See a UCF Football Game?
UCF football combines major college football with the energy of one of the country’s largest university campuses. The on-campus setting creates a true college game-day atmosphere, with tailgating, student traditions, marching band performances, packed stands, and Big 12 opponents visiting Orlando throughout the season.
The stadium keeps fans close to the field, while the crowd’s jumping and cheering helped inspire its famous Bounce House nickname. For visitors who have never attended a major college football game, UCF offers an Orlando sports experience that’s very different from the city’s theme parks and professional teams.
The Bounce House Experience
UCF opened its on-campus football stadium in 2007 after playing home games for decades at the Florida Citrus Bowl in Downtown Orlando. During the stadium’s first game, fans began jumping in rhythm to “Kernkraft 400” before kickoff, creating enough movement in the stands to help inspire the Bounce House nickname.
Now officially known as Acrisure Bounce House, the stadium remains one of UCF football’s defining features. A major Roth Tower expansion completed for the 2026 season added 1,700 seats along with new premium seating, clubs, suites, and additional shade, increasing stadium capacity to 45,906.
The 2026 season marks the 20th season of UCF football at the Bounce House. The stadium’s nickname dates back to its first game in 2007, when thousands of fans jumping together made the stands noticeably move.
UCF Football Traditions
Game day at UCF begins long before kickoff. Tailgating spreads across campus, with Memory Mall serving as one of the most recognizable gathering areas for students, alumni, and fans. Pregame traditions include the Knight Walk, March to Victory, the Marching Knights, cheerleaders, Knightro, and other festivities leading up to kickoff.
Inside the stadium, fans dressed in black and gold keep the energy going throughout the game. Special theme games, including UCF’s popular Space Game, add even more personality to the home schedule each season.
Tailgating
Tailgating is a major part of the UCF football experience. For Saturday games, most campus parking lots open six hours before kickoff, but no earlier than 8:00 AM, giving fans plenty of time to set up food, games, tents, and gatherings before heading to the stadium.
Memory Mall is one of the most popular game-day gathering areas on campus. Tailgating spaces on the mall are reserved for UCF students and alumni, but all fans are welcome to enjoy the surrounding activities. Tailgating is also permitted in designated surface parking areas but not inside parking garages or campus roadways. Rules and opening times can vary for weekday games, so check current UCF game-day information before arriving.
If you’re attending your first UCF game, spend some time around Memory Mall and the athletics village before kickoff. Even without a reserved tailgate, exploring campus before the game gives you a much better feel for the full college football experience.
Good to Know
- Acrisure Bounce House is located at 4465 Knights Victory Way, Orlando, FL 32816.
- Most stadium gates open 90 minutes before kickoff.
- Mobile tickets should be downloaded or saved to your digital wallet before arriving.
- Acrisure Bounce House is cashless.
- UCF uses a clear bag policy for football games.
- Clear bags may be no larger than 12″ x 6″ x 12″.
- Small clutch bags no larger than 4.5″ x 6.5″ are also permitted.
- Guests pass through security screening before entering the stadium.
- Tailgating is not permitted inside parking garages or on campus roadways.
- Game-day policies, parking, and traffic plans can change by event.
Parking & Getting There
Acrisure Bounce House is located on UCF’s main campus in east Orlando. Football parking includes permit-only lots, public parking areas, and park-and-ride options, with availability varying by game.
Traffic patterns and road closures change on football game days, so allow extra time to reach campus, park, and walk to the stadium. UCF also offers accessible parking and game-day shuttle services for eligible guests.
Review the current UCF football parking map before leaving for the game. Some campus roads close or change traffic patterns on game days, and your best parking option may depend on your permit, arrival time, and specific game.
Looking for More Orlando Sports?
Explore our Orlando sports guide for professional and college teams, upcoming games, schedules, tickets, venues, and major sporting events throughout Central Florida. You can also catch the Orlando Magic in Downtown Orlando or experience an Orlando City SC soccer match during your visit.
Pair Your Visit
Make a full UCF game day out of your visit by exploring campus before kickoff, enjoying the tailgating atmosphere around Memory Mall, or checking for another event at Addition Financial Arena during your trip.
Nearby Things to Do
UCF’s main campus is located in east Orlando near restaurants, shopping, and entertainment along University Boulevard and around Waterford Lakes. Visitors looking to extend their day can explore the surrounding UCF area before or after the game.