Fiesta Bowl: Guide to the Game & Events (Glendale)
The Fiesta Bowl is one of college football's premier bowl games, played at State Farm Stadium in Glendale — the same West Valley stadium that hosts the Arizona Cardinals and has staged multiple College Football Playoff games and Super Bowls. Bowl week brings a slate of side events including the long-running Fiesta Bowl Parade and fan festivities around the Westgate district.
When
Late December into early January each year, as part of the college football bowl and Playoff schedule. Exact date and matchup are set when the bowl pairings are announced in December — check the official Fiesta Bowl site.
Where
The game is at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, with the Westgate Entertainment District right next door for pre- and post-game. The Fiesta Bowl Parade is traditionally held in Phoenix.
Tickets
Game tickets are sold through the Fiesta Bowl and the participating schools and rise sharply for Playoff matchups — buy early. Parking at State Farm Stadium is paid; many fans park at Westgate and walk over.
Tips
- Pair the game with the Westgate Entertainment District next to the stadium — it's the natural pre- and post-game hub.
- Buy parking in advance for marquee/Playoff matchups; the stadium lots sell out.
- Bowl week includes side events like the Fiesta Bowl Parade — check the official schedule and plan a multi-day trip.
FAQ
Where is the Fiesta Bowl played?
At State Farm Stadium in Glendale, in the West Valley — the same venue as the Arizona Cardinals, College Football Playoff games, and past Super Bowls.
When is the Fiesta Bowl?
It's held late December into early January as part of the college football bowl and Playoff schedule. The exact date and matchup are announced in December.
How do I get Fiesta Bowl tickets?
Through the official Fiesta Bowl and the participating schools. Prices climb fast for Playoff matchups, so buy early.
What is there to do near State Farm Stadium for the Fiesta Bowl?
The Westgate Entertainment District is right next door with restaurants and bars — the main pre- and post-game gathering spot in Glendale.