ORLANDO – The 2026 UCF Countdown to Kickoff Luncheon presented by KnightPass will be held Friday, Aug. 21, at Addition Financial Arena.
This annual fundraising event serves as the official kickoff to the 2026 season and offers fans an early opportunity to connect with UCF Athletics football student-athletes, coaches, and athletics leadership ahead of the year. The luncheon will also highlight a milestone season as the Knights celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Bounce House.
Beginning at 11 a.m., the event will feature access to UCF Football student-athletes, coaches, and staff, along with a silent auction showcasing exclusive experiences and memorabilia. Reserved tables are available for purchase at various support levels. Certain levels of support include access to an exclusive pre-event reception. Individual tickets are also available for purchase. Fans and supporters may purchase tables and tickets online here.
Scott Frost and the 2026 UCF Football team will officially kick off the upcoming season during the program, offering a preview of the year ahead.
Excitement for the 2026 season continues to build with the evolution of the game-day experience, highlighted by the opening of Roth Tower and the next chapter of UCF Football inside the Bounce House. Since opening in 2007, the venue has been home to 90 victories, four conference championships, and the program’s rise across three conferences, and continues to serve as the defining home of Knights Football tradition.
The Countdown to Kickoff Luncheon will bring together Knight Nation to celebrate that history while building momentum for the season ahead.
For more information about the 2026 Countdown to Kickoff Luncheon opportunities to support the visit https://ucfknights.com/countdowntokickoff.
For questions about the event, contact the ChargeOn Fund at chargeonfund@ucfathletics.org.