It’s almost football time in Tennessee and you can feel the excitement growing across Rocky Top! There are so many wonderful family traditions surrounding the game, from the Vol Walk to running through the T, to singing “Rocky Top” at the top of your lungs. Whether you’ve been bleeding orange since birth or you’re new to the area, we put together a list of Tennessee game day traditions.
What’s football without tailgating and all the yummy food? Knoxville Moms can help you whip up party worthy fare or keep it simple (and easy!) with our DIY cupcakes for Vol fans. Are you really a Vol if you’re not wearing orange? Even tiny Vols can show their spirit thanks to this Knoxville Moms guide to find kids UT apparel.
Neyland Stadium has undergone several renovations in recent years and fans will notice changes in 2025 too. UT worked to improve Phillip Fulmer Way located between Food City Center and Neyland Stadium. You’ll see new sidewalks, lighting, plantings screening the Neyland Parking Garage and better signage. Past improvements include the “Home of the Vols” on the press box, which is a throwback to the Johnny Majors era. That update came on the heels of a $42 million renovation project which included a jumbotron, upgraded seats, and stadium wide WIFI. In addition, the concourse in the south end zone was expanded and new restrooms were added under gate 10. There is still time to buy season and single game tickets. Both are available through Tennessee Athletics on Ticketmaster. If you can’t remember the details of the stadium bag policy, we’ve got you covered here. Wishing you and the Big Orange a great football season! Go Vols!
UT Football Schedule
UT vs. Syracuse
Saturday, Aug. 30th
12:00pm Kickoff
Atlanta, GA
UT vs. ETSU
Saturday, Sept. 6th
3:30pm Kickoff
Knoxville, TN
UT vs. Georgia
Saturday, Sept. 13th
3:30pm Kickoff
Knoxville, TN
UT vs. UAB
Saturday, Sept. 20th
12:45pm Kickoff
Knoxville, TN
UT vs. Mississippi State
Saturday, Sept. 27th
3:30-4:30pm or 6:00-8:00pm Kickoff
Starkville, MS
UT vs. Arkansas
Saturday, Oct. 11th
3:30-4:30pm or 6:00-8:00pm Kickoff
Knoxville, TN
UT vs. Alabama
Saturday, Oct. 18th
3:30-4:30pm or 6:00-8:00pm Kickoff
Tuscaloosa, AL
UT vs. Kentucky
Saturday, Oct. 25th
6:00pm-8:00pm Kickoff
Lexington, KY
UT vs. Oklahoma
Saturday, Nov. 1st
3:30-4:30pm or 6:00-8:00pm Kickoff
Knoxville, TN
UT vs. New Mexico State
Homecoming
Saturday, Nov. 15th
4:15pm Kickoff
Knoxville, TN
UT vs. Florida
Saturday, Nov. 22nd
3:30-4:30pm or 6:00-8:00pm Kickoff
Gainesville, FL
UT vs. Vanderbilt
Saturday, Nov. 29th
3:30-4:30pm Kickoff
Knoxville, TN
What is your favorite part of UT football games?
