The 2027 Capital One Orange Bowl is a College Football Playoff semifinal, played on Thursday, January 14, 2027, at 7:30 PM ET at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. The winner advances to the national championship on Monday, January 25, 2027, in Las Vegas. This guide covers what you need to plan the night: the schedule, how parking works, the stadium bag rules, and the easiest ways to get there and back.
The matchup is set by the playoff bracket once the quarterfinal round is played, so expect thousands of traveling fans to book flights and hotels on short notice. If you’d rather skip the stadium lots and the post-game crawl entirely, see our Hard Rock Stadium car service for door-to-door service on game night.
Orange Bowl 2027 at a Glance
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Game | College Football Playoff semifinal (Capital One Orange Bowl) |
| Date & kickoff | Thursday, January 14, 2027 — 7:30 PM ET |
| Venue | Hard Rock Stadium, 347 Don Shula Drive, Miami Gardens |
| TV | TNT, truTV and HBO Max |
| Tickets | Digital only, through the Orange Bowl mobile app; everyone age 2 and older needs a ticket |
| What’s next | The winner plays in the national championship on Monday, January 25, 2027, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas |
How to Buy Orange Bowl Tickets
- Buy from the official source. Tickets are sold through the Orange Bowl’s own website, orangebowl.org.
- Official resale: the Orange Bowl’s official fan ticket exchange is run by Ticket Galaxy. Other resale sites list tickets too, but they aren’t official channels, so check seller guarantees carefully.
- Tickets are digital only and live in the Orange Bowl mobile app — download it and load your tickets before game day.
- Everyone age 2 and older needs a ticket.
- Ticket resale on Hard Rock Stadium property is prohibited, so don’t plan on buying at the gate.
Prices on resale sites move quickly once the matchup is set, especially if a team with a big traveling fan base qualifies.
Orange Bowl Parking: What to Know
Parking for the 2027 game had not been published when this guide was written, so check the Orange Bowl’s game-day page before you go. Based on the Orange Bowl’s published lot rules:
- Several lots (Black, Purple, Pink and Silver) require a physical hang-tag parking pass; mobile passes are accepted only in the Orange and Yellow lots.
- Buy parking in advance — lots near the stadium sell out for a game of this size.
- Plan for a long exit. With a 7:30 PM kickoff the game typically ends late in the evening, and every lot empties onto the same few roads at once.
- Restricted items have to go back to your car, so a long walk from a distant lot can cost you the start of the game.
Tailgating at Hard Rock Stadium
Tailgating happens in the stadium parking lots, so you’ll need a parking pass for your vehicle. Hard Rock Stadium’s published rules:
- Tailgate directly behind your vehicle in the designated 8 × 10-foot space, and use only one parking space per vehicle; saving or blocking spaces isn’t allowed.
- For non-Dolphins events, staff direct where you park in every lot from the moment lots open.
- Gas and charcoal grills are allowed; open fires are not. Put out coals promptly and bag cooled briquettes before binning them.
- Kegs, drinking games, box trucks, towed trailers, commercial catering and professional DJ setups are not allowed.
- Clean up your area before heading into the stadium.
Tailgating and driving home don’t mix. If your group would rather skip the lot, a chauffeur can drop everyone near the gate and be waiting after the game — no pass, no designated driver needed.
Hard Rock Stadium Bag Policy & Entry Rules
- One clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bag no larger than 12″ × 6″ × 12″, or a one-gallon clear freezer bag, plus one small clutch.
- Not allowed: outside food and alcohol, coolers, bottles and cans, umbrellas, strollers, selfie sticks, drones, and cameras with lenses longer than 8″.
- All guests and bags are subject to search, and ticket resale on stadium property is prohibited.
Getting to Hard Rock Stadium for the Orange Bowl
A Thursday 7:30 PM kickoff means the drive in overlaps with weekday rush hour on I-95, the Florida Turnpike and the Palmetto. Leave earlier than you think, especially from the beach or downtown.
| From | Distance | Typical drive (no traffic) | Game night: allow |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aventura | ~8 mi | 20–30 min | 45–75 min |
| Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) | ~14 mi | 25–40 min | 50–80 min |
| Brickell / Downtown Miami | ~16 mi | 30–45 min | 60–90 min |
| Miami International Airport (MIA) | ~19 mi | 35–50 min | 65–100 min |
| South Beach | ~19 mi | 35–50 min | 70–100 min |
Game-night times are estimates for a Thursday-evening arrival before a 7:30 PM kickoff, including rush hour and stadium approach traffic. For kickoff, plan to leave Brickell or South Beach by about 5:00 PM — earlier if you’re tailgating.
The trip home can take as long as the trip in: with the game ending late in the evening, the lots and rideshare zones clear slowly. A chauffeur waiting at a set pickup point skips the post-game queue.
Your options:
- Drive and park — fine if you’ve bought a pass in advance and don’t mind the post-game exit.
- Rideshare — Uber offers a pre-booked shared shuttle from a dedicated stadium pickup, and regular rides work too, but expect surge pricing and long lines after the final whistle. See our rideshare vs. limo comparison.
- Private chauffeur — a fixed rate booked in advance, drop-off near the gate, and a driver waiting when you walk out. No pass, no lot, no surge. Groups can travel together in an SUV or Sprinter; see group transportation.
For a full breakdown of stadium logistics, read our Hard Rock Stadium game-day transportation guide.
Flying In for the Game
Most traveling fans land at Miami International (MIA) or Fort Lauderdale (FLL); FLL is actually the closer airport to the stadium. Book your MIA or FLL pickup ahead of time, and if you need somewhere to stay, see our guide to the best hotels near Hard Rock Stadium. Want to make a weekend of it? Check the Miami Hurricanes schedule for other games at the same stadium.
Book Your Orange Bowl Ride
Semifinal night fills up fast. Request a reservation and we’ll confirm a fixed rate and pickup time for the game and the trip home.
Orange Bowl FAQ
When is the 2027 Orange Bowl?
The 2027 Capital One Orange Bowl, a College Football Playoff semifinal, is on Thursday, January 14, 2027, with kickoff at 7:30 PM ET at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens.
Who is playing in the 2027 Orange Bowl?
The two teams are set by the College Football Playoff bracket after the quarterfinal round. The winner advances to the national championship on January 25, 2027, in Las Vegas.
Where do you park for the Orange Bowl?
Parking is in the Hard Rock Stadium lots. Several lots require a physical hang-tag pass, while mobile passes are accepted only in the Orange and Yellow lots. Buy parking in advance and check the Orange Bowl’s game-day page, since 2027 parking details are released closer to the game.
What is the bag policy at the Orange Bowl?
Fans may bring one clear bag no larger than 12 by 6 by 12 inches, or a one-gallon clear freezer bag, plus one small clutch. Coolers, outside food and drinks, umbrellas and strollers are not allowed.
How long does it take to get to Hard Rock Stadium from South Beach?
South Beach is about 19 miles from Hard Rock Stadium, typically 35 to 50 minutes without game traffic. With a Thursday 7:30 PM kickoff the drive overlaps rush hour, so leave well ahead of time.
What is the easiest way to get to the Orange Bowl without parking?
A pre-booked private chauffeur is the simplest option: a fixed rate, drop-off near the gate, and a driver waiting after the game, with no parking pass or post-game rideshare surge.
Where can I buy Orange Bowl tickets?
Tickets are sold through the official Orange Bowl website, and the Orange Bowl’s official fan ticket exchange is run by Ticket Galaxy. Tickets are digital only and are accessed through the Orange Bowl mobile app.
Can you tailgate at the Orange Bowl?
Yes, in the Hard Rock Stadium parking lots with a parking pass. Tailgate behind your vehicle in the designated 8 by 10-foot space, use one parking space per vehicle, and note that gas and charcoal grills are allowed but open fires and kegs are not.
