March 19, 2024
WHERE TO BUY 2024-25 COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF & NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP GAME TICKETS
Primary market face-value tickets for all College Football Playoff games are sold out.
On the secondary market, TicketIQ has Fee-Free College Football Playoff tickets, which also include a Refund Guarantee. Our Refund Guarantee states that if an event is canceled or deemed unfit for fans to attend, TicketIQ will refund ticket buyers as soon as 15 days. That means that you can buy from TicketIQ worry-free. Customers on TicketIQ save between 15%-25% compared to other secondary market ticketing sites.
2024-25 COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF SCHEDULE
For this season, the College Football Playoffs will be expanding to 12 teams. Here's a breakdown of the new format and schedule.
Format
First round
- No. 1 team (bye)
- No. 2 team (bye)
- No. 3 team (bye)
- No. 4 team (bye)
- No. 12 team at No. 5 team
- No. 11 team at No. 6 team
- No. 10 team at No. 7 team
- No. 9 team at No. 8 team
Quarterfinals
- No. 1 team vs. No. 8/9 team
- No. 2 team vs. No. 7/10 team
- No. 3 team vs. No. 6/11 team
- No. 4 team vs. No. 5/12 team
Schedule
First round (On-campus sites)
- Friday, December 20, 2024: One game (evening)
- Saturday, December 21, 2024: Three games (early afternoon, late afternoon and evening)
Quarterfinals
- Tuesday, December 31, 2024: Fiesta Bowl (evening)
- Wednesday, January 1, 2025: Peach Bowl (early afternoon), Rose Bowl, (late afternoon) and Sugar Bowl (evening)
Semifinals
- Thursday, January 9, 2025: Orange Bowl (evening)
- Friday, January 10, 2025: Cotton Bowl (evening)
CFP National Championship
- Monday, January 20, 2025: Mercedes Benz Stadium, Atlanta
HOW MUCH ARE 2024 COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF TICKETS
National Championship Game
On the secondary market, ticket prices for the 2024 National Championship Game currently start at $1,130 for 600-level tickets. 600-level sideline ticket prices start at $1,195.
500-level ticket prices start at $1,269 in the corners and $1,315 on the sidelines.
300-level ticket prices start at $1,671 in the end zones, $1,681 in the corners, and $2,150 on the sidelines.
100-level ticket prices start at $1,694 in the end zones, $1,729 in the corners, and $2,100 on the sidelines. Prices for the game go as high as $68,000+ for seats in the first row of section 106 right at the 50.
Below is a look at the get-in price and average list price on the secondary market for each College Football Championship Game since 2011:
Semifinals
Rose Bowl: Prices for the game are down over 23% in the last week. The average secondary market list price for the game is $1,489. Ticket prices for the game start at $528 in the end zones, $598 in the corners, and $759 on the sidelines.
Club-level seats are also available, starting at just above $2,115 per seat.
For the game, prices go as high as $6,500+ for seats at the 50-yard line.
Based on the average price and cheapest ticket, this is the most expensive Rose Bowl since we started tracking the data.
Sugar Bowl: Prices for the game are down over 50% in the last week. The average secondary market list price for the game is $915. Prices start at $273 in the 600-level end zones. 600-level corners begin at $290, and sidelines start at $356.
500-level ticket prices start at $514 in the end zone, $476 in the corners, and $546 on the sidelines
300-level ticket prices start at $475 in the end zones, $539 in the corners, and $651 on the sidelines.
200-level tickets, currently only available in the end zones, start at $641.
100-level ticket prices start at $628 in the end zones, $561 in the corners, and $617 on the sidelines. Prices for the game go as high as $6,300+ for seats on the 100-level sidelines at midfield.
Below is a look at the get-in prices for every CFP Semifinal game since 2014.
Below is a look at the get-in prices for every CFP Semifinal game since 2014.
Will College Football Playoff Semifinal Ticket Prices Go Down?
Historically, prices for the cheapest tickets on the secondary market for CFP Semifinal games dropped between 30% and 50% from the day the matchups were set to game day. Most of those price decreases occurred ten days after the matchups were set. After that, ticket prices usually hold or decrease at a lower rate.
COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF VENUES
SUGAR BOWL - CAESARS SUPERDOME
Football Seating Chart
CAESARS SUPERDOME SEATING SECTIONS
The lower bowl is the 100-level and comprised of center sections 111 to 117 and 139 to 145; corner sections 104, 106, 107, 109, 119, 121, 122, 124, 132, 134, 135, 137, 147, 149, 150, and 152; and end-zone sections 101, 102, 126 to 130, and 154 to 156.
The second level includes the 200-level and 300-level and comprised of center sections 217, 219, 221, 223, 225, 227, 259, 261, 263, 265, 267, 269, 308 to 316, and 332 to 340; corner sections 205, 207, 207C, 209, 211, 212, 213, 215, 229 to 234, 235C, 235, 237, 247, 249, 249C, 251, 253 to 255, 272, 273, 275, 276, 277C, 277, 303, 304, 304C, 305 to 307, 317 to 319, 320C, 321, 327, 328, 328C, 329 to 331, 341 to 343, 344C, 344, and 345; and end-zone sections 201, 203, 239, 241, 243, 245, 279, 281, 283, 301, 302, 322 to 326, and 346 to 348. The club sections are 207C, 235C, 249C, 277C, 304C, 320C, 328C, 344C.
The upper level’s sections are the 500s and 600s and are comprised of center sections; corner sections 504 to 507, 524 to 527, 539, 554 to 557, 605 to 609, 619 to 624, 631 to 636, and 644 to 650; and end-zone sections 501, 503, 529, 531, 533, 559, 601 to 604, 625 to 630, 651, and 652.
CAESARS SUPERDOME HANDICAP ADA SEATING
Those who need accessible parking should contact the parking department, which can be reached at (504) 587-3805. The drop-off and pick-up area is Gate A Ground (Sugar Bowl Drive parallel to Poydras Street). Wheelchair-accessible seating is found on the plaza level of the Superdome. More ADA information can be found here.
What’s the best way to tailgate at Caesars Superdome?
All tailgating can occur up to five hours before kick-off, but oversized vehicles are not allowed in the parking garages. All spaces are reserved in the garages on game day. Glass containers are prohibited. More information can be found here.
What is the mobile ticketing policy at Caesars Superdome
For Saints games, the CAESARS Superdome utilizes SeatGeek accounts for mobile tickets. Fans can use their Saints Mobile App to use and sell their tickets. More information can be found here, including the Android, iPhone, and Windows Phone app links.
ROSE BOWL - ROSE BOWL STADIUm
ROSE BOWL SEATING CHART-FOOTBALL
Field Level sections, rows, and seats at Rose Bowl
Sections Field A1, Field A2, Field A3, and Field A4 are a part of Floor Seating, which offers some of the closest views of the performers. With bowl seating, are 77 rows found in Sections 1, 2, 10, 13 to 16, 21 to 24, and 27. Student seats are located on the Bruins' side. With bowl seating, there are 77 rows to choose from, reserved for university students. They are found in Sections 7 to 9. The lower bowl consists of rows 1 to 25, while the upper bowl consists of rows 28 to 55 and 56 to 77. The 10-level sections range from Section 1 to 28, each with rows A-K and 77 seats each.
General Admission is located on both sides of the stadium and offers views from the end zones found in Sections 11, 12, 25, and 26. Bruin Reserved seats are located on both sides of the stadium. Family seats are located on the UCLA side of the stadium. The seats are found in Section 28. The entrances to the Rose Bowl start from Gates A to G and Gate N (North).
Club, VIP, Box Seats, and Suites at Rose Bowl
Club Seats are located above the bowl and offer views from the visitors' sideline. They are found in Sections D101 to D112 and E201 to E214. Club members are provided with luxury amenities, such as outdoor cushioned seating, all-inclusive food and drink, concierge service, VIP parking, and lounge access. Loge Boxes are located above the bowl and in Sections 101 to 1204. Suites are located above the Club seats on the highest level of the stadium and are found in rooms E1 to E32 and F1 to F22.
WHAT IS MOBILE TICKET POLICY AT ROSE BOWL
Rose Bowl has mobile-only and scan-only tickets. Rose Bowl only permits entry through online tickets, which you can purchase from Rose Bowl Box Office or Ticketmaster.
HANDICAPPED & ADA SEATING AT ROSE BOWL
Rose Bowl offers other convenient services, including wheelchair assistance, lost and found, and wheelchair check-in. For guests who wish to transfer to a seat from their wheelchair, Rose Bowl will store the wheelchair at Guest Services on different rows and levels.
NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP GAME - NRG STADIUM
Field Level sections, rows, and seats at NRG Stadium
Field Level End Zones are in Sections 101, 112 to 115, 118 to 121, and 132 to 140. Bull Pen seats are located in Sections 116 and 117. Field Level Sidelines are in Sections 102, 103, 110, 111, 122, 123, 130, and 131. Field Level Prime is located near the 50-yard line of the stadium in Sections 104 to 109 and 124 to 129. 100-level rows are numbered through A, and the 300-level has rows A-V.
Mezzanine seats are below the 500 Level Gridiron Loge sections and in Sections 318 to 328 and 347 to 356. 500-level has rows numbered A-M and 600 has rows A-N.
100-level sections, rows, and seats at NRG Stadium
100-level center sections are 103-110, 123-130. 100-level end sections are 134-139, and 114-120. The 100-level corner sections are 101, 102, 111, 112, 132, 133, 120, and 121.
300-level sections, rows, and seats at NRG Stadium
300-level center sections are 308-311, 336-339. 300-level end sections are 305, 306, 307, 312, 313, 314, 340-342, 333-335. 300-level corner sections are 349-354, 320-326.
600-level sections, rows, and seats at NRG Stadium
600-level center sections are 605-612, 631-638. 600-level end sections are 645-650, 619-624. 600-level corner sections are 601-604, 613-616, 642-639.
Club, VIP, Box Seats and Suites at NRG Stadium
Verizon Wireless Club I seats are located above the Lower Level Suites in Sections 306 to 313 and 334 to 341. Verizon Wireless Club II is located in Sections 301 to 305, 314 to 318, 329 to 333, and 342 to 346. Club membership provides premium seating and luxury amenities. Loge I and II is present in the 500 level above the Upper Level Suites in Sections 501 to 515 and 527 to 541.
Gridiron Loges are located above the Mezzanine in Sections 516 to 526 and 542 to 552. Gridiron Sidelines can be found in Sections 601 to 606, 611 to 616, 627 to 632, and 637 to 642. Gridiron End Zones are located above the Gridiron Loge in Sections 617 to 626 and 643 to 652. Gridiron Midfield is found in Sections 607 to 610 and 633 to 636.
Director's Club seats are located above the Gridiron End Zone in Sections 717 to 726. Chairman's Club is located above the Gridiron End Zone in Sections 743 to 752. Large Party Suites are located on the 300 Level below the Mezzanine. The East Club and West Club can each seat up to 500 people banquet style and can be rented in half or full.
Upper-level Suites are located on the 400th level and offer views from the sidelines of the stadium. They can seat between 14 and 22 people and offer luxury amenities, such as food and drink bars, TVs, and entrance to the Club level. Upper Halo Suites are located on the 800 Level. They can seat up to 22 people and offer luxury amenities like food and drink bars and TVs.
Home Sideline - The Texans' sideline is in front of 105, 106, 107 , and 108
Visitor Sideline - The visiting team sideline is in front of 125, 126, 127 and 128
Floor seating at NRG Stadium consists of sections depending upon the number of guests arriving and accessibility. Behind the stage, sections include 113 to 119, 320 to 327, and 617 to 625.
WHAT IS MOBILE TICKET POLICY AT NRG STADIUM
A digital or mobile ticket is the safest, most convenient, and most flexible way to receive and manage tickets for NRG Stadium. You can access all your season tickets through the Official Houston Texans Mobile app or on HoustonTexans.com.
HANDICAPPED & ADA SEATING AT NRG STADIUM
NRG Stadium offers other convenient services, including wheelchair assistance, lost and found, and wheelchair check-in. Wheelchair escorts are provided through Guest Services. Please get in touch with 832-667-1400 for any special assistance needs. Parking spaces for ADA guests are available and located throughout NRG Park on a first-come, first-served basis. Standard ADA parking can be found in Orange Lots: 6, 8, 10, 13 and Maroon Lots: 14, 15.
