The Puerto Rico Bowl takes place on Tuesday, December 22, 2026, bringing exciting college football action to Puerto Rico. Fans can enjoy a thrilling postseason matchup featuring top teams competing in one of the most anticipated bowl games of the season.&#x20;

Kickoff is scheduled for 1:30 PM ET / 12:30 PM AST, and the game will be broadcast live on ESPN. The Puerto Rico Bowl offers visitors and locals alike the opportunity to experience high-level collegiate football while enjoying the unique culture, hospitality, and atmosphere of Puerto Rico.

Puerto Rico Bowl 2026

The roster includes five early-season college football games, 17 college bowl games, 12 college basketball events and a college softball event, which accounts for approximately 400 hours of live programming, reaches nearly 64 million viewers and attracts over 800,000 attendees each year.

Puerto Rico Bowl 2026

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