June 3, 2026 / For Immediate Release
BOISE, Idaho – The 2026 Famous Idaho Potato Bowl will be played Monday, Dec. 21, at 12:30 p.m. MT/2:30 p.m. ET at Boise State University’s Albertsons Stadium and will be televised on ESPN.
The nation’s northern-most bowl game traditionally features from the Pac-12, Mountain West (MW), Mid-American (MAC) and Sun Belt (SBC) conferences and is one of 17 bowl games owned and operated by ESPN Events, a division of ESPN.
“The Famous Idaho Potato Bowl has become one of college football’s most enduring and celebrated postseason traditions, and we’re excited to officially announce our 30th edition game date,” said Danielle Brazil, Famous Idaho Potato Bowl Executive Director. “Reaching this milestone is a testament to the incredible support of our fans, sponsors, volunteers, participating teams, and the entire Boise community. For three decades, the bowl has delivered unforgettable experiences both on and off the field, and our 30th year promises to be a special celebration of that legacy. We look forward to welcoming fans from across the country as we honor our history and create new memories.”
Tickets for the 2026 Famous Idaho Potato Bowl will go on sale later this summer through famousidahopotatobowl.com or the Boise State Athletics Ticket Office. Reservations for premium ticket packages are currently available, which include prime ticket locations, hospitality benefits in tent village and corporate exposure. For more package information contact the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl office at (208) 424-1011.
Last year, Washington State defeated Utah State 34-21 behindg 334 yards passing and three touchdowns from Zevi Eckhaus.
About ESPN Events
ESPN Events, a division of ESPN, owns and operates a portfolio of collegiate sporting events nationwide. In the 2025-26 academic year, the 35-event schedule included three early-season college football kickoff games, 17 college bowl games, 10 college basketball events, two college volleyball events, the premiere regular season college softball and gymnastics events, as well as the Band of the Year National Championship. Collectively, these events accounted for over 400 hours of live programming on ESPN platforms, reaching 60 million viewers and attracting more than 650,000 annual attendees. Each year, the portfolio of events features more than 20 Division I conferences and hosts over 4,000 participating student-athletes. With satellite offices in more than 10 cities across the country, ESPN Events builds relationships with conferences, schools and local communities, as well as providing unique experiences for teams and fans.
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