TAMPA, Fla. — Raymond James Stadium in Tampa will host the 2029 College Football Playoff National Championship, the Tampa Bay Sports Commission announced in a press conference on Wednesday.
Tampa will become the fourth city to host the CFP title game for a second time, according to the announcement.
“We are excited to bring the College Football Playoff National Championship back to Tampa Bay in 2029,” said Rich Clark, executive director of the College Football Playoff. “The city has established itself as an exceptional host for world-class sporting events, and its vibrant downtown, beautiful waterfront, and proven commitment to excellence make it an ideal setting for college football’s greatest night. We look forward to partnering with the Tampa Bay Sports Commission and local leaders to deliver a national championship experience worthy of college football’s biggest stage.”
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The event will be held on Monday, Jan. 22, 2029.
“The 2029 College Football Playoff in Tampa Bay is more than a milestone – it’s a moment for our community to shine,” said Ben Milsom, Tampa Bay Sports Commission Board Chair. “It reflects what makes Tampa Bay special: teamwork, hospitality, and a shared commitment to excellence.”
The 2029 contest will be the 15th national championship game in the College Football Playoff format, which began following the 2014 college football season.
“To have the College Football Playoff National Championship returning to our hometown for a second time is a huge testament to Team Tampa Bay’s collaborative spirit as well as all of our community partners working really hard to make this happen,” said Rob Higgins, CEO of University of South Florida Athletics. “The social and economic impact of this event is phenomenal, and guests who haven’t been here since 2017 are going to be shocked with how our area has totally transformed since we last hosted.”
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Leaders from Tampa Bay, including Tampa Mayor Jane Castor, Commissioner Ken Hagan of Hillsborough County, Brian Ford, COO of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and others were all in attendance.
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